Already? I promised Daniel I'd go and get the lining for my valence this week. I promised myself that my kitchen would be organized this week. But who knew this week would be over so soon?
I have this small wing back chair that I want Daniel to make a slipcover for so I can use it in the living room in place of the hulking leather recliner. That recliner just doesn't seem to fit the theme I'm going for--do you think?
That was Vann's chair, and he loved it, and I love him. But I don't think it would be disrespectful to get that thing out of my nice cottage living room, do you?
There's something else of Vann's that I do want to use in my makeover--this time in my yard makeover. It's this old pedestal sink. Vann brought this to our marriage. It has always sat in the basement among many of his other lifetime collections. He had an old barber chair, which I gave to Phillip. Couldn't see that in my life.
So what I want to do with this sink is make a bird bath out of it. But I need to know if that's too off the wall. So tell me, is a birdbath made from a sink whimsical or tacky? To help you imagine this, I've found a couple of photos on the internet of this concept.
MY SINK (above)
SINK BIRDBATH FOUND ON INTERNET
ANOTHER BIRDBATH SINK FOUND ON INTERNET
PLANTER SINK FOUND ON INTERNET
So what do you think? Is my idea hot or cold? Would this be comparable to a toilet overflowing with petunias? Or is it just the thing for a cottage garden?
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On 05/21/2010, Sandy said ...
I think it's a great idea. Just be sure to put rocks in the bottom so the birds won't drown. Ask me how I know this!! I had a birdbath that was too deep and lost several birds before I figured out what the problem was. That birdbath is now a planter filled with dirt instead of water. Poor things. I just didn't know.
On 05/21/2010, Barbara Anne said ...
Good morning!
I suggest that you try the chair as is with the new furniture in your cottage living room before you spring for a slipcover. It may already be the right print to look wonderful or you may decide that you want the slipcover to be something other than white when you see the room all together. Vann won't mind that his recliner moves elsewhere or even out of the house.
The sink in the yard idea is stellar! I like that the online pictures show each sink in a setting and not just standing alone in the middle of the yard. I vote birdbath, but get one of those little submersible gizmos that keeps the water moving gently. You don't want a mosquito breeding pond and that's what happens in still water. As Sandy said, put rocks in the bottom so the water isn't too deep.
The sink that's a planter seems to be barfing green icky stuff! :D
Sinks are a far cry better than the toilet in the yard and Vann's sink is lovely.
Hugs!
On 05/21/2010, Mandy said ...
I think the sink is a great idea!
On 05/21/2010, Gayle said ...
I've enjoyed catching up on your posts. I love this birdbath idea. :-)
On 05/21/2010, Stephanie said ...
I think the birdbath idea could be really cute if executed well (like the ideas you've shown). Fun. I like it when people take the knobs from the sink (like yours) and mount them on a board and hang it in the bathroom for a robe/towel hook. That would be really cute, too. Have fun with it!
On 05/21/2010, Helen in Switzerland said ...
Oh Susan, you are funny! The sink idea is great, but it would be even better with the toilet full of petunias nearby - that would just make EVERYBODY smile :)!!
The recliner needs to go - you're right - it just isn't your style. I'm sure Vann would understand - he probably wouldn't want his recliner in your girly house!
I gather you are feeling more yourself today!
have a nice weekend!
Lol Helen
On 05/21/2010, Elizabeth said ...
I love the birdbath idea. I think it will be adorable, and the birdies need a cute place to take a bath!
On 05/21/2010, CarlaH said ...
What is it with men and recliners - I am sure that Vann would not mind in the least if you moved it out of your new "girlie" room.
As far as as the sink goes - definitely put it in the garden - I would use it as a planter rather than as a bird bath.
On 05/21/2010, Pesky Patti said ...
Sink in the yard? I'm thinkin' "You may be a Redneck!" :-)
On 05/21/2010, Melinda said ...
I like the idea of a sink as either a planter or bird bath. Of course this is coming from someone who has a bottle tree in my yard.
I am sure Vann would not object to you getting rid of his chair. He got his pleasure from it.
On 05/21/2010, Teresa said ...
Hmmm.. I am cold on the idea of the sink, but you could always set it out there without doing too much too it for a few days and see how you liked it.
Love the bedroom and your chair. I don't think Vann would mind in the least your parting with it. Would any of the kids want it, you think?
On 05/21/2010, Kim said ...
I LOVE the idea of the sink as a birdbath!
On 05/21/2010, Alison said ...
These are some interesting ideas Susan, I like the shape of your sink as a birdbath, but I don't like the pictures of the ones on the internet, it might be the taps I don't like. So I would try the sink outside, without taps, but also with plenty of plants around it so it's not too obviously a sink. Am I too conservative? :o).
How big is your living room? Does Vann's chair dominate it too much? I agree it needs softening down with a couple of quilts, but I'm not sure I'd rush to move it out completely. Try it in another room if you have space. Unless, of course, it's something you've always hated and had on your hit list from day one, in which case it's gotta go LOL!
On 05/21/2010, Joanne said ...
That's a beautiful sink. Vann knew a good thing when he saw one--you're a good example! I think it needs a little fountain, just to trickle down and keep the water moving. If you planted a little circle of ground-cover flowers around it, it would be pretty standing out by itself instead of against a wall or hedge.
On 05/21/2010, KAI said ...
What Barbara said! (Who ARE you, Barbara? I keep thinking, "She writes almost exactly what I would write!" LOL!) Susan, I can't recall WHERE I saw them about a year ago - some garden magazine, I KNOW - but they used sinks as bird baths & definitely had moving water! They were beautiful! And Vann's sink is so pretty! He'd be pleased that you found a good use for it! (Question: Is sweet lil' Miss Sophie still pouting over - uh mourning - the loss of her sofa?)
On 05/21/2010, Brenda Kula said ...
Your idea is HOT! Go for it! I think it would look fantastic. I know I'd have it out there fast.
Brenda
On 05/21/2010, Ruth said ...
What a lovely sink. As Joanne said Vann had good taste. I think it would make a great birdbath and give you endless pleasure watching the birds drink and bathe.
Ruth
On 05/21/2010, Jackie said ...
You are making wonderful progress in your house. It's all so pretty! I love cottage decor too.
LOVE the sink idea. I'll have to tell my sister about it. I think it would make a perfect birdbath. Whimsical and happy.
I vote that the recliner goes. Just make sure you have a cute, comfy chair for yourself.
Keep up the good work!
On 05/22/2010, Wendy said ...
Charming! I love that plan. Go for it!!!!
On 05/22/2010, Sharon said ...
Your sink looks just perfect for that idea! The others - - not so much, IMHO. I like that yours is round, even looks like a birdbath. What a great idea!
On 05/23/2010, Deb said ...
Hi Susan ~ hmm...I usually LOVE whimsical ideas, but the sink outside just didn't appeal to me. I do like the fact that yours is round; that helps. I guess I'm thinking it would just look messy in a nice garden...just my thoughts. :)
On 05/24/2010, Gretchen said ...
I love the birdbath idea. I think it would be wonderful and whimsical, exactly what a garden needs. The birds will love it. Put some rocks or upside down clay pots in it so the birds can perch and it will be great fun to watch them.
On 05/25/2010, Beverly said ...
I love the idea for your sink. It would be awesome as either a birdbath or a planter.
I can't wait to see.
Girl, you are amazing.
On 05/25/2010, Suze said ...
love the idea of the sink as a birdbath!
On 05/26/2010, Loribelle said ...
Who is that hiding behind the wing back chair? Your stand in watch dog? ;-)
I think the sink bird bath suits you. And if you paint it first, nobody would know!
You're the best God-Dog-Mother ever!!!
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