Well here it is, and I love it. It's even prettier than I had imagined it would be. I managed to get that side of the living room organized enough to photograph, but I'm not showing you the other side.
It's strange to have little bits of my house all prettied up, and other areas look like scenes from one of those Hoarders shows. Oh well, at least the entire house isn't a mess still.
I talked to Daniel yesterday. He has been very ill, and that's why he hasn't been able to finish the chair slipcover. He says he's ok now and plans to finish the work this weekend and bring the chair on Tuesday. It will sit where Sophie and the recliner are in the first photo above. The valance that Daniel will make will go on the bay windows that you can see behind the recliner.
I have a sore throat this morning, mild vertigo, combined with the usual physical problems that I have all the time. So I don't feel too chipper. Plus we have had wonderful rolling thunderstorms all morning, which, along with the puniness, just make me want to go back to bed. But I have several errands to run before I can do that.
Wishing everyone a safe and happy Memorial Day weekend. And don't forget to thank a veteran, if you see one. I'm going to make rum cakes for my two veterans/neighbors whose help around here makes my life so very much easier.
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On 05/29/2010, Barbara Anne said ...
Oh, Susan!!!!!! Your new couch and room arrangement are so pretty! You chose well!!! I hope you'll take time to pause in the LR doorway and look at that side of the room only. Thanks for the photos.
I see Sophie snug in Vann's recliner. Sweet!
Sorry to hear that Daniel has been ill and am glad he's feeling good again.
Be good to yourself as you feel puny and I hope your errands are brief so you can happily bake as the storms go by. What a nice idea to make rum cakes for the two veterans in your neighborhood.
Hugs!
On 05/29/2010, Judy Scott said ...
so lovely and homely - enjoy !
On 05/29/2010, KAI said ...
Oh, WOW! Your house is beginning to look like a picture from a home magazine! GORGEOUS! You have a real eye for putting things together! I love how Sophie is sitting there in the recliner as tho' to say, "I guess I'd better park it over here 'cause Mama won't be happy if I get on her new sofa!" LOL! Glad Daniel is better & hope to see the chair sooooon! LOVE YOU!
On 05/29/2010, Helen in Switzerland said ...
Oh Susan, it's lovely! Worth all the effort! Enjoy!
On 05/29/2010, Ruth said ...
Susan, your "new' room is looking lovely, makes me want to change my house too. I think you've made fantastic progress, time to sit back and enjoy.
Have a lovely weekend.
Ruth
On 05/29/2010, Nicole said ...
The new sofa is wonderful and so are the throw pillows! Can't wait to see the new chair and valances.
On 05/29/2010, sharon said ...
Love it Susan. Very nice. Your room looks so pretty.
We went with a brown sectional instead. But I'm happy and think it will look great in here with our wood floors.
Love your red check though!!!!
On 05/29/2010, Mary said ...
Good Morning, What a lovely sight for me as I started to look at some blogs the AM! I recently found your blog. I love-love the quilt hanging on the wall behind the sofa - and with the beautiful throw pillows. It is such a pleasing gentle picture of a room that will be loved and love you back. Take care of yourself. I'll be checking back as my time permits. Going on a nice trip to Germany soon. Hugs
On 05/29/2010, Joanne said ...
The room is beautiful, Suze. You have good taste. That couch looks soooo comfortable, makes me want to take a(nother) nap!
Una
On 05/29/2010, Alison said ...
Congratulations Susan, your house is really coming together, I'm in awe of all you've accomplished in the short time I've been reading your blog! I love the sofa, the quilt on the wall behind it, the pretty cushions, the beautiful wooden pieces, the paint colour ... all of it!!
On 05/29/2010, Donna said ...
Susan,
The sofa is lovely! You have been so busy and your house is looking great.
We have had t'storms here too.
Blessings,
Donna
On 05/29/2010, Lori in SD/NE said ...
just lovely! Magazines will be lining up to feature your house!
On 05/29/2010, Jen in NY said ...
Oooh, I love it. Red gingham is a beautiful choice. I can't wait to see the chair with it too. It really looks great.
On 05/29/2010, k&c's mom said ...
Love, love, LOVE the couch! Just perfect with all your other things in that room. Laughed at your comment about the room being half pretty/half like something from the hoarder's show. You have described my remodeling since loosing my husband last summer. Sometimes it feels more like shoveling the rooms out since there is so much to go through. Glad you have a cozy nook to rest in until everything else is finished. Press on!
On 05/29/2010, Valerie said ...
Oh I love the sofa! It is gorgeous. I hope you feel better soon.
On 05/30/2010, Stephanie said ...
Hi Susan,
Your couch is just wonderful! That red check is the cat's meow! The quilt you hung behind it really compliments it nicely. Your cushions and other furnishings are just right. It really looks great!
I hope the weather dries up and you are feeling better soon!
On 05/30/2010, Barbara Anne said ...
p.s. I forgot to ask what your plans are for the bay window area? That's in addition to the valance and curtains, of course.
Hope you're feeling lots better today!
Hugs!
On 07/26/2011, franklin recliners said ...
You have choosed the best sofa. It suits your interior nicely. You choice of color makes a lot of difference to your living room.
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