We have arrived in Bakersfield California! Although I have not really been bothered by the heat yet, I know it's there. We have been inside quite a bit getting things organized and putting them in there places to restore a little order to our lives and get back into a routine. I think the warnings we were told about the heat had us a bit worried, but after 4 days we are fine with it. The heat here is much different then the pacific northwest. We had hot days on occasion that were so humid it felt sticky, to me that was the worst. Here it's more of a dry heat, so you get the sun and not a lot of the sticky feeling that comes with it. (mind you it's only been a few days ) This is what my living room currently looks like so you can see we have much work ahead of us before we actually get to enjoy the sunshine.
I also wanted to share my new space with you all. It's in progress still while I unpack boxes but expect to be sewing by tonight. I really miss my machine. I ended up taking the smaller of the two spaces for very good reasons though. The smaller room had more natural light for one; and there was this feeling that came over me that made me feel more creative, a feeling that I didn't have in the other room.
It looks pretty plain right now as I do not want to add anything permanently until I see how I would like to use the new space. I am hoping that after being in this room for a few months the colors and design will just come to me. Until then it will look pretty plain. I do like having my computer in the same room as my sewing though, that has been a time saver already.
The main part about this whole thing is that we are so so happy, it's been like heaven the last few days, everything is so peaceful and quiet (until the 2 YO wakes up) I hope that once we restore some order I can share my creative space with you again and have much more color and creativeness to share with you.
Do you have any ideas that will help me find decor options for this room? Flickr is always a great inspiration maybe start there ? .........
Until then, Happy Sewing.
Welcome to California! Woo Hoo! We have to make an appointment to meet each other.
ReplyDeleteWelcome to California! It is a dry heat, which is nice. You will get to the point where you take the sun for granted and only comment on the weather on your few cloudy days ;)
ReplyDeleteGlad you made it safe and sound. Have fun getting your space together!
ReplyDeleteSew glad to hear you've arrived safe and sound. I look forward to seeing more of your space evolving into just the right creative space for you :)
ReplyDeleteI am just jealous that you have a whole room. I had to convert my front door entry and it's about 2metrs x 1.5metres.
ReplyDeleteLucky we don't need it as everyone uses the back door.
Welcome to Bakersfield!!! The dry heat does make a HUGE difference.
ReplyDeleteIs there a pool in your backyard? What's not to love - sounds like heaven and that space is awesome!
ReplyDeleteVery exciting news!!! Welcome to your new home. I have never been to CA so I can't give you any tips, but I am sure it is really gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteWelcome, welcome! Have fun unpacking!
ReplyDeleteCongrats!! I'm very happy to see you are all safe and sound. Although moving and packing can be a real drain...I always thought that the unpacking and placing stuff in new spaces was fun. It looks like a very nice home. Looking forward to more pics in the future.
ReplyDeleteaaak!! i lOVE decorating!! you're gonna have soOOOoo much fun!! ;)
ReplyDeleteVery exciting to be putting together your new space. Glad to hear that you are enjoying the weather, I know exactly what you mean about the dry heat vs muggy-ness. It's so muggy here and in Ontario, but so very dry in Sask. Enjoy your new place!
ReplyDeleteOhhhhhh can't wait to see your sewing space all set up and would love to see the whole house....good luck to you....lots of adventure ahead.
ReplyDeleteLooks wonderful. Yes, Bakersfield does get plenty HOT. Your sewing room looks wonderful and roomy. Great!
ReplyDeleteGlad you all are happy with your move.
Love your thinking about choosing your new creative space. I can't wait to see all that you do with it! Enjoy that pool!
ReplyDeleteGlad to hear you arrived safely! Dry heat.. that sounds amazing! Here in Ohio we only get heat with humidity!
ReplyDeleteHappy to hear you guys made it safely! Good luck with all the unpacking and organizing.
ReplyDeleteWell, welcome to your new home! Your new creative space looks amazing so far, and you have a pool! Score! It totally makes sense to have the computer in the same room, especially when you want to follow along with someone's tutorial.
ReplyDeleteLook at your beautiful new home. Glad you arrived safe and sound. We are going through the same thing, we are putting our house up for sale. We have lived here for 25 yeras what a lot of junk to toss and store!!! But we will be closer to our older girls and closer to Maggie's new High School. Enjoy that great pool!!!!
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