crazy busy...

 ... altho some days I just feel crazy.

I'm closer to getting moved out of one house and into another but feel less prepared than any move previously.  Part of it is because my body is again misbehaving.   The stress of moving and some other triggers are causing an internal response.  My weight is again dropping without trying, and while that sounds like a dream situation, it really isn't.

This beautiful piece was a freebie from a friend and is now in my soon2b new2me living room.

Instagram has some wonderful furniture flipping ideas that involve textured wallpaper sheets and am thinking of adding them to the two plain spaces above the cabinets, and also on the ends.  I think other than patching the wood where it is chipped or missing, I may keep it white, and paint the hardware and embellishments. 

Others have shown a gorgeous liner inside the cabinets and drawers of a bright, full floral design like peonies and I don't know if they a fabric or adhesive paper.  I'm almost partial to trying to find an upholstery fabric to use, and little puck lights inside the cabinets.

I had planned on repainting the living room (and all the other rooms in the house), but the blue/gray color may be something I can live with. 

The kitchen and bathroom, however, are painted this bright turquoise with dark teal cabinets that must go.  As accent colors I love them, but as wall colors they are too restrictive for decorating.  Not to mention a shock to my eye early in the morning.  I was going to attempt to paint them before I moved in, but the paint cost of the color I really like is a bit on the high end so I'm going to rethink it.  There is also no real hurry, and I can make it a fall project when I can open windows to air the house out.

I have found myself picking up bright blue kitchen linens, so think that is the direction I'm leaning in.  I may also consider peel and stick wallpaper.

Having a rental that gives me the freedom to paint and decorate is exhilerating.

Earlier this month I participated in a free paint class with the kids at church.  I'm really just a big kid anyway.

We created three note cards and two gift tags, and it was a lot of fun.  I managed to spill my paint water only once, and succeeded in not getting paint on my clothes, although my hands and arms were a different story.

The new place has a very spacious enclosed carport/laundry room with lots of shelves that will become my craft room.  It is not heated, but I have two heaters that I can use out there, and it will help to keep the house from looking like the laboratory of a mad scientist.

I'm looking forward to getting this month behind me, and to settle back into a healthy routine of meditating, reading, journaling, gardening, and crafting to allow my body a healthier outlet for stress.

Praying God's blessings on you this weekend.           Hugs, ~ Ci