Welcome to the weekend view.
This, that and everything all rolled into one post. This week, it is all about garden planning, chickens, closets and wallpaper. Another week at home- how is everyone doing? Are you finding yourself busy and more settled into this routine for now? We are working away on things around the house, on a few print projects and basically keeping busy with daily workouts and walks with the Pea. And we might have tackled a closet clean out this week as well. Closet Cleaning When your husband who never wants to be a part of cleaning closets says ‘I am going to go through my closet and get rid of things I don’t need’ … you jump in on the project and help sort through those shirts, random socks and other things. lol.
We filled up a bag of things to donate and a bag to toss and that is one closet down and organized. Garden Additions Last week, 200 beet seeds went into the garden.
I have been literally obsessed with beets lately- sautéed with a bit of garlic, included in our green salads and even just with a bit of feta cheese and black pepper. Beets are one of those things that are incredible fresh- and they are so good for you. If you haven’t tried them fresh vs in a can- give it a go sometime. Just be careful of where you are cutting them and storing them- that beet juice and marble do not get along. Feathered & Furry Friends We have been talking about adding some chickens and other animals to the family for a couple years now- and have decided to finally tackle an old small barn/shed we have on the property and turn it into a chicken (and maybe goat or sheep or something ) house this spring. We had chickens when we lived in Minnesota -but it has been awhile. The barn building currently holds garden equipment and extra things for construction etc. but we are sketching some designs for a new look and new purpose.
via Santa Barbara Shed Design My husband grew up in Montana and they had animals of all kinds on their property- so I am leaving the basics to him – and adding those pretty design details. I will share the before and process as we get started. See a few favorite beautiful chicken ‘houses’ here Wallpaper love Another obsession that has not been filled in awhile-is my love of wallpaper. The original bedroom we stayed in when we first moved into this house had damaged walls which we had to remove. So, I wallpapered the entire room in a floral vining vintage style print.
It is under the added beaded board even now- and so… I am contemplating taking that headboard off and reviving that romantic look- or redoing it entirely. While I decide- I am sourcing some of the prettiest vintage looks and will be sharing more about what I find and where to get them here soon. Coming your way- First edition of Book Club- what to read while at home Simple fresh from the yard floral arrangement Quick change- a redo in 15 minutes for a new look Hope you are staying well.
Jo-Anne's Ramblings says
Oh so lovely
Unknown says
Good Monday morning, surprisingly we are handling the "stay at home" pretty well. Our fur baby girls are glad to have me home every day too. I do the "normal chores" of laundry, cleaning, etc but like you have gotten into the organizing mood too. As long as the weather holds up, we can still enjoy the outdoors, plus there is always a book to read! I am so thankful for the roof over our head, food on table and clothes on our backs. One thing this downtime has shown me, I don't have to go go go, there is a calming about it.
Thank you for your beautiful, inspiring posts everyday, I look forward to them. I have just rediscovered beets also. They were a childhood staple at grandma's house. A few weeks ago, I had beets on a salad, never had that before, so delicious!
Have a blessed week!
Donna says
Beets sound great for salads & more. What climate do you live in that you can plant seeds now?? I'm a Minnesotan so a bit curious about when, where you lived here? My closets await…
Unknown says
Where do the side tables (with the flowers) come from??