This was such a crazy week I didn't even have time to tell you that you about our living room/studio renovation. A few weeks ago my husband came up with a wonderful idea for my studio space, I was feeling very frustrated with the tiny space in the back of the dining area, every time I moved something fell, I couldn't find anything anymore, everything was tucked away under the table since the space needed to be presentable, after all it is where we entertain, and a lot!
Then there was the shelving issue in the living room, we were getting really sick of our Ikea shelving system that had moved with us for the last 12 years....it didn't really fit the space and they were getting slightly shabby, so he tied it all together, the Ikea shelves would move into the back of the dining room, my table was placed under the window (I now have the most amazing view of the garden) I bought loads of craft boxes and switched covers for a colorful look, everything has a place and purpose and I am soooo happy!! In the living room he built shelves that actually fit on both sides of the wood stove and go up all the way making the ceiling seem higher, we were also amazed how much fits into them, even the board games have a place!
So here are before and afters and loads of new photos of my studio space
Living room before:
Living room after:
Studio before:
Studio after:
More NEW studio photos:
Well, back to work, still a lot of tweaking to do but it feels so good!
Have a wonderful week, xox!
Droool....
Posted by: Tangerine Dreams | February 21, 2009 at 10:58 AM
Hi Tamar, I Fallowed your icon on, flickr and what a surprise, I was so inspired by your work , your home and I thought to blog about it. Just wanted to let you know that. Your blog is also absolutely beautiful. I'm so excited to have found you!
Posted by: Bell | February 21, 2009 at 02:18 AM
It all looks great and is so inspirational. Your workroom looks like such fun. Thanks for sharing.kath
Posted by: kath | February 12, 2009 at 03:51 PM
Tamar, this looks light and airy, and i bet it makes creative work all the more pleasurable. bless your hubby and you!
Posted by: Irene | February 11, 2009 at 03:41 AM
I saw your space on decor8 and had to come check out the rest of the pictures. I *love* your space!
Posted by: Katie Lake | February 10, 2009 at 03:23 PM
Oh my...I am almost hyperventilating with excitement over these photos, so much gorgeousness, colour, creativity, inspiration!!!
Beautiful. I am on the verge of doing some major re-sorting and jiggling about of my own home/work space so it's been totally inspiring to see this makeover, thanks as always for sharing.
Lx
ps this months UK Country Living (March issue) has THE most amazing house featured in it, I know you'll love it, Its the house of a Danish potter, and as soon as I saw it I thought of you. Will post some pics on my blog soon.
Happy days to you xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
Posted by: Lucy@Attic24 | February 10, 2009 at 10:55 AM
very pretty, I will return for a longer visit later today - thanks for sharing. just posted about my newly organized studio at http://www.terriconraddesigns.typepad.com
Posted by: Terri Conrad | February 10, 2009 at 10:48 AM
I like the tire swing the best! We had so much fun on them as kids and so did my kids! Wonderful renovation...!
Posted by: nantucketmermaid | February 09, 2009 at 09:01 AM
Lovely blog and beautiful pictures !! A good discovery !
Posted by: Mulot | February 08, 2009 at 05:49 AM
Woh what a great work space. It will be so great to be here every minute of the day.
Posted by: jacoline (lien) | February 08, 2009 at 03:50 AM
What a *~beautiful~* envioronment, HOME, you have created! I'd be inspired for HOURS, DAYS, WEEKS in your studio!
Posted by: Michaele | February 07, 2009 at 05:38 PM