Garden shed life, 2015

We added stepping stones in April

so our feet wouldn't get wet in the morning dew.

Well, Dale added them...

I spoke words of encouragement and praise as I watched him.



A trellis for the clematis I'd planted on the

arched window side was repainted before being put in place.

See the robin on it?

The clematis seemed to like it just fine.

I found the shed to be a nice backdrop for photos.

Here, rose 'Iceberg' poses.

Campanula emphasizes the pathway.

The snapdragon is just plain showing off

in the morning light.

Playing peekaboo through Japanese maple leaves.

There, beyond the gate with 'Sweet Autumn' clematis above.

I can put stuff in front of or on it.

A hummingbird finds the patriotic horseshoe star

a perfect place to rest.

The roof works for a Stellar Jay and a Chickadee.

Birds can be found inside, too.

And fragile "found" treasures are safe.

I can pose a bouquet...

or enjoy the flowers in the garden from inside.

Fall has arrived.

The colors just after sunrise are breathtaking.

I love that this is my special space.

I can make a statement without wondering if

it's offensive to anyone.

Thank You, Lord, for a husband who cared enough to build it for me.

Thank You for how you've provided for us over the past 47 years.

Thank You that, through Your grace alone,

our marriage has remained intact.

I PRAISE You, Lord.

I love You.



Garden shed, first Christmas

Decorating for Christmas can be a lot of work.

In this small space, it takes less time,

but my tendency toward OCD still factors in.

Things have to be placed "just so."

The green shelf was above my desk at the Dinkel Rd.

and this is how I decorated it back then...

with vintage bottle brush trees

and my friend Lois' gingham-clad black lady.

I sewed her children when I could still do such small projects.

The bottle lady is losing her snow.

Bling on the shelf.

Lights!

Even better at night.

Inside, too.

At Christmas, Light entered the world.

May that Light shine into the darkness of men's hearts.



Garden shed, the finished product!

Once the floor tiles were down,

they were grouted and I applied a sealer (which was NOT fun!).

Things sat for a few weeks before move-in day.

It gave me absolute joy to unpack items

I'd not seen for over a decade.

This shelf above the roll-up door holds vintage treasures

enjoyed during our years at the Dinkel Rd.

The cupboard once served as fabric storage,

but now holds my garden tchotchkes which are rotated seasonally.

A Depression glass vase with frog holds small feathers.

Garland above the double windows.

A pair of imitation wicker chairs from Pier One provide seating,

but they're not very comfortable.

I've toyed with the idea of putting an armchair from the house

in the shed so I can get REALLY comfy.

My favorite corner... under Mom's lamp and next to the heater.

Late summer, 2014.

Next: Garden shed's first Christmas!



Garden shed X

Two years have passed since I last blogged.

Don't know why... except that Facebook is easier.

In case anyone is wondering, we finished the garden shed!

We hung this vintage light that was once my Mom's.

I do believe she would be pleased.

When I saw this trim, I knew it was just right for my little shed.

Corner pieces eliminate the need to miter...

...and were a good transition for the arched trim.

We survived putting down tile, but there were testy moments.

Next to come... the finished product!





Garden shed IX

 

Rather surprisingly, Dale said he'd been dreading

getting started on the siding. Huh?

One can really see progress when those boards

start covering the black paper.

 

 

Once he got started, he was in git-er-done Dale mode.

 

 

 

 

Exterior color: "Khaki Green"

 

 

Texture on the walls...

 

 

 

Interior paint color: "Taffy pull"

 

 

How about the $1.00 switch plate from the RE-Store?

Dale has a sharp eye.

 

 

Beams are exposed.

 

 

The window trim has been painted/stained.

Flooring has been chosen.

Anyone know how to put tile down?