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Tuesday, 26 October 2010

My Haven



This room has had a drastic transformation. It was a complete mess when we moved here. Not one but two hideous borders....Orange pine shelves.... Holes in the wall. And how did broken glass get in *there*?

You want a closer look? Really?



And another....? Are you sure?



I knew I wanted an Attic-Chic look up here (yes, I made that up!) so after lots of (very enjoyable) planning and designing and painting and building and sweeping out broken glass (?!) and knocking down bits of wall and building other bits back up....here's how it is now: My Haven!



I love coming here to read...so soft and snuggly.....(ahem....I made that cushion....)...
 


...being here lets me to unwind and relax....



Or to snooze....



At the end of a long day, I climb up our stairs and turn the corner into our room.....




....and I know that this is what's waiting for me.....



I love to curl up with a good book.......



...or my favourite magazine....



And just be me!



To me, it's the best place on earth.
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37 comments:

  1. Martina26 October 2010 at 09:39

    Love your new mum cave - so cozy and pretty, a perfect place to relax and let go, after a busy day!

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  2. The Moerks26 October 2010 at 10:10

    I feel more relaxed just looking at that lovely space.

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  3. Jan D-M26 October 2010 at 10:44

    These pictures make me feel so calm (well, except for the 'befores'). I want to climb under that comforter because it looks sooo snugly. I LOVE your pillow!

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  4. Jenny @ Simcoe Street26 October 2010 at 12:19

    Looks like a very serene, relaxing space -- I love it!
    Jenny
    www.simcoestreet.blogspot.com

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  5. Olive26 October 2010 at 13:57

    So glad you entered, it is so cozy! hugs♥olive

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  6. Janell @ House of Fifty26 October 2010 at 13:58

    It is amazing you managed to fit a bed into this corner, but it works and looks like a perfect spot to be completely cozy and away from everything else! Enjoy! Janell

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  7. michelle26 October 2010 at 14:16

    Bedrooms are a great mom cave!!! Especially yours! :)

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  8. High Street Cottage26 October 2010 at 15:02

    Hi Sarah, what a great room. The colors are so peaceful in themselves. Not to mention the art you chose. I love the pretty nightstand with the rustic handles. You've made it a haven, and it's beautiful.

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  9. Sherri B.26 October 2010 at 15:23

    Wow, that is some transformation! Who wouldn't look forward to resting the weary bones there?

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  10. Claire Potter26 October 2010 at 18:45

    "mum" to you and me. You are getting sucked in to middle America!!

    Daddy cave too, right? Or is he out hunting? xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx

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  11. Tricia26 October 2010 at 18:47

    Very cozy :)

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  12. Amanda @ Serenity Now26 October 2010 at 18:53

    Love that pretty, cozy bedding! Winding down with a good book or magazine is the best. :) Love the pillow you made too! Visiting from Kate's Mom Cave party. Hope you'll stop by my blog and say hi. :)

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  13. Jenny @ Simcoe Street26 October 2010 at 20:54

    Thanks for your sweet comment and visit to my blog :)
    Can't wait to see your Christmas tutorial! I am glad there are others who love Christmas as much as I do
    Jenny
    www.simcoestreet.blogspot.com

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  14. Holly26 October 2010 at 21:18

    "O bed! O bed! delicious bed!
    That heaven upon earth to the weary head."
    ~Thomas Hood

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  15. Rachel Noelle Pallas26 October 2010 at 23:00

    ~*~*Hi my friend!! Yes you have the perfect mom cave!! ;) Hugs,Rachel...ps. when are you coming to visit me in Seattle??? ~*

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  16. Erin27 October 2010 at 01:07

    Sarah, I love your bedding. I am not a fan of brown, but man I love your spread. I agree, it is the coziness of it, plus those crisp sheets,ahhh!

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  17. Tina27 October 2010 at 03:46

    It is such a beautiful space - what a transformation!! I wish I had somewhere like that to curl up in...so peaceful, relaxing and cosy! I LOVE your bed cover and of course that fabulous button heart cushion:) Hugs ~ Tina xx

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  18. Cassie Bustamante27 October 2010 at 13:38

    hi there! this bedroom is beautiful... love teh colors and the bedding! wanted to thank you for joining my party, but let you know it is supposed to be for furniture makeovers only. sorry!

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  19. Tammy @ she wears flowers27 October 2010 at 13:50

    LOVE this room!

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  20. Nordisk gammelt27 October 2010 at 14:53

    - what a transformation

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  21. Kristin @ Daydream Designs28 October 2010 at 03:18

    Wow! Your room is beautiful! You did an amazing job.

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  22. Little Leslie28 October 2010 at 19:55

    Thanks for commenting Sarah. If you have a Mac, I photo is the easiest. I also have Photoshop, but I photo takes two seconds. Thanks, again for your compliments!

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  23. Heaven's Walk28 October 2010 at 22:23

    Ahhhhhhh......! Wake me up when it's morning.....! :)

    Sarah - I love the b/w photo over your bed. Beautiful!

    xoxo laurie

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  24. Leigha29 October 2010 at 16:09

    Such a striking before and after. I bow down to you!

    So glad I finally had a chance to catch up on your blog.

    Have a gorgeous weekend dear.

    Leigha

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  25. Anonymous1 November 2010 at 14:04

    I was very curious about the cubby hole in the wall above your "before" bed. Looks so much more comforting in the after.

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  26. Anonymous1 November 2010 at 14:04

    I was very curious about the cubby hole in the wall above your "before" bed. Looks so much more comforting in the after.

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  27. Terry @ La Bella Vie1 November 2010 at 19:25

    Oh my this is so beautiful! I'd never want to leave!
    Terry

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  28. Prior1 November 2010 at 23:45

    Just like a cozy cocoon! I want to take a nap...Lezlee

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  29. Patricia @ ButterYum2 November 2010 at 13:03

    wow - that's quite a change you made. I love the after so much better!!

    :)
    ButterYum

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  30. Roberta2 November 2010 at 19:17

    Fantastic attic transformation! I also have a dream of converting my attic space into useable storage and my Mom Cave...someday ;) Best of luck in the giveaway, fondly, Roberta

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  31. René2 November 2010 at 20:33

    Love, love, love your room.

    -Rene

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  32. Renee3 November 2010 at 01:21

    I have looked at this 3 times now!! and it is a great transformation!

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  33. Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage19 November 2010 at 03:19

    Fabulous transformation! It looks like the perfect place to snuggle up with a good book and a nice warm beverage.

    Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
    http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

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  34. Tracy's Trinkets and Treasures20 February 2011 at 14:00

    Great redo. Love the colors. I like the idea of Modern Country. I need to check out more of your stuff.

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  35. The Decorating Diaries20 February 2011 at 15:01

    Yummy is right!

    Janet

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  36. Megan20 February 2011 at 17:34

    I love the slopey ceiling. What a transformation!

    megan
    craftycpa.blogspot.com

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  37. Unknown21 February 2011 at 03:17

    It turned out very pretty!

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