it's true.
as crazy as messes can make you feel (after awhile) they can also be so pretty too.
the craft room is a major huge mess.
and it feels good and happy.
pillows stacked over my head.
fabric piled everywhere.
scraps all over the place.
i am sure these pictures will make some of you cringe from all the mess...but it's just me.
my friend susan dropped off these boxes of ribbon just to be nice.
she thought i could use them on a cora project.
they are so happy just to look at and i can't wait for the perfect project.
i have stacks of shirts and hoodies to keep me busy yet.
i have been through many big boxes of stuffing.
my scrapbook supplies are buried back there somewhere...i will get back to that someday.
as i sew and cut i just let it fall on the floor.
i have only slipped on it once....
we've have been able to have the windows open even....so refreshing and sunny.
just after the funerals....i decided to paint the craft room.
it was something i could control.
nothing sad would come of me painting a wall.
i did the whole wall in chalkboard paint.
IT IS SO COOL!
the little girls have been busy while i sew so it's win/win.
and are you wondering where the craft room is?
remember the new bathroom?
you have to go through my bedroom, through the new bathroom to get to it....
like a secret room just for me.
if i had a computer up there....i may never come out!
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ok.....time for some shop talk.
i have lots more items to list.
my neighbor made a bunch of things for me to list.
i made many more pillows and shirts.
my PLAN is to list it all today.
then ship everything that sold last week tomorrow and friday.
and then start making things again.
but that was my plan yesterday too.
i screwed up my pictures...i was very crabby...so were my kids....and i had a headache.
in effort to be proactive, today i MADE myself go for a walk for sunshine and exercise and health.
and i feel much better.
check tonight for the new stuff in the shop.
just so you know...i am LOVING the shop.
LOVING that you like it.
LOVING that the playground project is going so well.
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it is beautiful.
she's beautiful....oh those cheeks and blue blue eyes!
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I just love it - I wish I had a sewing room to make a mess like that. I am still working on a few more things to add to the shop - Russ is gone this week - soooo we will see what I can get done with London's help. I have seen you light on in the craft a night when I am on my way up the stairs to bed. buring the midnight oil??
Posted by: Jenn Thomas | February 25, 2009 at 11:27 AM
Such a fun place! I love the "give more hugs" sign - who made it?!
Posted by: Sharla | February 25, 2009 at 11:50 AM
I NEEEEEEEEEED THOSE RED AND WHITE PILLOWS. PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE... TELL ME HOW, I CAN GET THEM. IF I SOUND CRAZY DESPRATE, I AM. I'VE BEEN COVETING THOSE CURTAINS FROM YOUR MUD ROOM SINCE YOU POSTED. I THINK I'M HYPERVENTILATING.
HUGS FROM MAINE
http://sophie4me.blogspot.com/
Posted by: Lisa | February 25, 2009 at 11:53 AM
Looks like an inspiring mess to me! I'm the same way. They say 'creatives' are like this... our brains just don't organize the way other people's do. at least, that's what I tell myself when things get out of control. lol
Posted by: Courtney Walsh | February 25, 2009 at 11:53 AM
i am loving that mess! it's gorgeous!! and i love that your craft room is in such a cool, hard to get to place! how fun! i haven't bought anything from the shop yet b/c every time i check it you are cleared out!! but i'm glad it's going so well!!
Posted by: Alyssa | February 25, 2009 at 11:55 AM
What a wonderful "mess"! Love your shop, looking forward to tonight's additions.
Posted by: Abby | February 25, 2009 at 11:56 AM
I wish I had a room like that too--I need a place to be messy that no one sees as soon as they walk in the front door! My messes aren't pretty though. I sonder what that tells me about my creations. yeesh.
Posted by: Aubrey | February 25, 2009 at 11:56 AM
but your craft room is so cheerful and whimsical EVEN when it isn't the tidiest ever! and it's beautiful, and that's real life. it's how it goes.
keep on rockin'.
-kate
Posted by: Kate | February 25, 2009 at 11:56 AM
Wow, what a great explosion of color! That's so much fun.
Oh, by the way, I thought I'd mention that your master bath has been a major inspiration to me during my bath update. Mine won't look exactly like yours by any means, but I love the whole peaceful vibe you have going on in there. So...thanks!
Posted by: AnNicole@OurSuburbanCottage | February 25, 2009 at 12:00 PM
Wow, what a great explosion of color! That's so much fun.
Oh, by the way, I thought I'd mention that your master bath has been a major inspiration to me during my bath update. Mine won't look exactly like yours by any means, but I love the whole peaceful vibe you have going on in there. So...thanks!
Posted by: AnNicole@OurSuburbanCottage | February 25, 2009 at 12:01 PM
Love the craft room and everything you are doing for the Cora Paige Project! Just curious where you bought the hex tile in your bathroom? Love it!
Posted by: angela | February 25, 2009 at 12:02 PM
Ok first it all looks great to me...crafting is messy! I NEED that patchwork pillow. I have been watching and waiting for you to list one. If you would be so kind to list it just for me as a special order I would like to buy it or I can just buy it from you. I work 3-11p.m tonight for skills, I am a nurse and I don't want to miss it when you list it! Do I sound crazy or what...I LOVE that pillow!!
Thanks,
April
makinmecrazy.blogspot.com or you can email me!
Posted by: April Meek | February 25, 2009 at 12:10 PM
i so need that room. and all the wonderful, colorful, perfect mess in it. when you're finished, please let me have it.
Posted by: Carly | February 25, 2009 at 12:21 PM
Oh!
The bird w/ the french fry print is one of my favorite things! I have it on my desktop. :) LOVE IT!
Love that you share your life with the rest of us. You're refreshing.
Michelle
http://oneordinaryday.wordpress.com/
Posted by: Michelle | February 25, 2009 at 12:25 PM
every single picture makes me so happy!!! i love all the colors, I LOVE the fabric! can't wait to see what else you put in your shop! i made my mom buy the brown/orange polka dot pillow!!
Posted by: Tami Veer | February 25, 2009 at 12:26 PM
Just what I needed to see on this closed-window day! Bring on the pillows! And, ps, your yellow metal table on casters? I have the exact one in green. :)
Posted by: Shannan | February 25, 2009 at 12:33 PM
I am hoping in our next bigger house I will get a craft room!!!! I love all the material you are using!!! Love the colors!!!! Sara
Posted by: Sara | February 25, 2009 at 12:51 PM
I LOVE your mess!!
I wish my messes were that pretty.
I need to fancy up my space.
And open my windows.
I LOVE all of the things you are making.
I really need...ok..I really WANT one of your pillows.
Posted by: sarah | February 25, 2009 at 12:53 PM
That is so cool!! You have creativity spilling everywhere!! Love it!!
I'm also very excited when I seen my name on the wall ;)
I may have to buy up some of those oh so cute pillows too!!
Posted by: Shelly H. (in Overland Park, KS) | February 25, 2009 at 12:58 PM
Wow lady , you are lucky to have such an escape , maybe my mudroom will be a craft storage utility room, hmmm!
yummy work , you are a machine.
Posted by: chris | February 25, 2009 at 01:00 PM
What a fun, colorful mess! I'd love to have a messy craft room like that!
Posted by: Wendy | February 25, 2009 at 01:04 PM
looks like a fun room to me!
as soon as i get my photography studio finished, i'm getting work done to transform my "office" to studio central---from which all the art of life emerges...slowly getting there. then i might never leave! fun to see what you have!
Posted by: beckley | February 25, 2009 at 01:06 PM
You are doing such a wonderful thing.
It awesome to see some one esle's mess, make us feel normal
Posted by: MGF | February 25, 2009 at 01:11 PM
Love the chalkboard wall!!! We've been wanting to do that to the toy room for a while now...not sure if I should do the bottom half of the wall or all of it. Loving the items in your shop too!! You're inspiring me to try to make some of those flower shirts! I bought my sewing machine back in October and finally got it out last week and have been practicing.
Posted by: Katy | February 25, 2009 at 01:17 PM
I love that mess! It is beautiful! BTW...yours is my favorite blog EVER.
Posted by: Brittany | February 25, 2009 at 01:25 PM
Messy? It all looks normal to me! I only wish I had as terrific a space to contain my mess! And I LOVE the chalkboard wall!
Posted by: Jamie | February 25, 2009 at 01:39 PM
I love all of those pillows! Especially the red and white. And I love what is being done to raise money for the playground - what a great way to come together in memory of a sweet baby girl.
OK, question: do you make or take requests for the t-shirts for little boys? I really LOVE them, but it's all boys in my house (except for me, of course).
Thanks!
Posted by: Sara | February 25, 2009 at 01:42 PM
love all the color splashing out of these photos!!! honestly i would love to have that mess....all of it...oh and that chalkboard paint looks awesome! I have been wanting to do the crayola pink and purple in the playroom...but better save that for a house we'll get to stay in for more than a year or two.
Posted by: Brooke | February 25, 2009 at 01:42 PM
Thank you for being real. You make me smile, daily!
God bless you! Kathy b
Posted by: kathy b | February 25, 2009 at 01:44 PM
Oh I wish I lived closer - organization is my thing. I'd bee-oop on over and get everything boxed up & out the door, and help get items listed (but would not touch the supplies, it seems like an methodical organized mess).
Posted by: Beth Ann | February 25, 2009 at 01:49 PM
I love your mess!
It would stress me out though. Can you find things? That's when I quit crafting...throw in the towel, when I can't fine the pins.....or the velcro. I just get so irritated and mad at myself. In my dreams I could craft in that messy room with you :-)
Posted by: lee ann | February 25, 2009 at 02:08 PM
Now THAT is a beautiful mess. I wish my messes looked like that. And your photography is inspirational.
Posted by: Karli | February 25, 2009 at 02:20 PM
i think i could pee with glee over all that good stuff!
what an amazing blessing you are!
that is the MOST dreamy room any gal could ever dream of!
:)
i must get some of those pillows! :)
meg... make sure to take more time for you!
Posted by: carissa... brown eyed fox | February 25, 2009 at 02:37 PM
craft room envy! love it. i work best like that!
Posted by: katie | February 25, 2009 at 02:42 PM
Ha, your room is a MESS, but so DIVINE :)
I love all that color against the white! I have also been wanting to do a chalkboard wall, i might just have to splurge. now i just have to pick a wall :)
thanks for bringing some of your sunshine into my dreary day!
Posted by: Trish | February 25, 2009 at 02:50 PM
I want your craft room... mess and all!
Posted by: katherine | February 25, 2009 at 03:15 PM
I would love to have enough stuff and space to have a mess like that! I love your site, your house and pictures. You are an inspiration to me. I don't know how you find time to do ALL that you do! Keep up the good work.
Posted by: Sarah | February 25, 2009 at 03:20 PM
My messes never look that colorful and bright! Mine are more like husbands dirty socks and lots of cereal bowls. Maybe I should invest in some colorful dishes ;)
Posted by: Leah | February 25, 2009 at 03:20 PM
What a beautiful mess!
Posted by: Blanca | February 25, 2009 at 03:30 PM
What a wonderful mess! You are so talented and you have inspired me to get my sewing machine out and create something.
Posted by: Carmen | February 25, 2009 at 03:32 PM
I think it's pretty :)
Posted by: Rachel Reeves | February 25, 2009 at 03:51 PM
I love it all Megan! Those pictures bring some brightness to these days. Do you think it's okay if I just go broke buying all this cute stuff...oh wait, NO! That is the one thing Jess's mom said..."now you girls don't go broke!" You inspire me to be crafty....haha, that makes me laugh. If only I could get my sewing machine out of the box and set up! I AM getting Mason's shirt for his bday done, hooray for me...but I think I'll be running to gma's to borrow the machine!
Posted by: Amanda B | February 25, 2009 at 03:57 PM
There are so many fun things in that room...It's a good mess..a fun mess!
~Sandy Toe
Posted by: sandy toe | February 25, 2009 at 04:05 PM
All of the colors and patterns, the things that make us girls happy! I love looking at it!
Posted by: jesse Peak | February 25, 2009 at 04:15 PM
Umm, any comment would be superfluous, but.... well done on balancing beauty, mayhem and joy so deliciously!
Posted by: meredith | February 25, 2009 at 04:41 PM
what a wonderful, creative mess it is. i think creative messes are the only good kind of messes. you are on a roll. good for you. they are so lucky to have you on their team. cora's playground is going to be the best ever. i am headed to the shop now. keep up the good work.
Posted by: traci | February 25, 2009 at 04:44 PM
that's the most beautiful mess i've ever seen!
Posted by: Patti | February 25, 2009 at 05:23 PM
Love your messes, love your craftiness! Have got to get some of those pillows!!!!! Keep up the amazing work!!
Posted by: ang | February 25, 2009 at 05:25 PM
i look about 25 times a day at the etsy--cora stuff. there were like 625 items still for sale...i'm so happy! and your stuff is uber fab!
Posted by: danyele | February 25, 2009 at 06:26 PM
That looks like crazy fun...and majorly theraputic (I know I spelled that wrong!). I have my eye on ones of those pillows...off to your shop to see if I can score it!
Posted by: Ashley Ann | February 25, 2009 at 08:09 PM
I don't think you can be creative without a bit of a mess :)
Posted by: Courtney | February 25, 2009 at 08:19 PM
i want to move in there. you could rent it like a retreat.
thank you for my surprise. it is so wonderful, wonderful in so many ways.
Posted by: kristin | February 25, 2009 at 08:19 PM
I love that you are creating! I wish I had it in me to do that right now!
Posted by: Lazy Mom Leslie | February 25, 2009 at 08:32 PM
I love the craft room! I love the color in the pictures! and I love the mess!!!! My craft room is neglected and it is messy too!
Posted by: Kim | February 25, 2009 at 08:44 PM
I loove all the colors some of your fabrics looks like Lily Pulitzer my favorite!
Posted by: Tami Reed | February 25, 2009 at 08:50 PM
I love the mess. I'm glad it's not just me. Thank you for being beautiful.
Posted by: Kate | February 25, 2009 at 09:38 PM
yipee! i see a few of my pillows in those piles. so superdedooper excited to get them!
meg, please consider moving to alabama and being my bff! you are just too cool for school!
(why do i keep talking like an eighth grader??!!)
Posted by: amy | February 25, 2009 at 10:10 PM
man how i wish i had your craft room and your talent. i've always wanted to sew but have a fear of it.
Posted by: crystal | February 26, 2009 at 06:38 AM
Oh Meg it is all so perfect. And your mess looks very familiar!
Posted by: elisa | February 26, 2009 at 06:44 AM
Love the pillows and the chalkboard wall!!! I have chalkboard walls in my kitchen and LOVE it.
Posted by: sara's art house | February 26, 2009 at 06:58 AM
I think your mess is beautiful and colorfully happy! I love the chalkboard wall and am very jealous of your craft room. I want one! :)
Posted by: katy | February 26, 2009 at 08:34 AM
Love the "mess" I would welcome that creative mess anytime at my house. I just adore your stuff. LOVE IT. I ordered something.
Posted by: Alyssa | February 26, 2009 at 09:24 AM
PS. I told my hubby we need a new room and I need a craft room....LOL, I am not sure if I will get a new house just so I can have a craft room.
Posted by: Alyssa | February 26, 2009 at 09:25 AM
Can't wait to see what is new in the shop. That room is so happy and fun! It reminds me of my mom's sewing room which is always a beautiful mess too!
Posted by: jerusalem G | February 26, 2009 at 09:38 AM
HI Meg, great mess!! Do you think you might could make some of your super cool and funky bottle-cap magnet thingies for your Etsy store??...love those things!! Um, possibly some with pics of cupcakes in them?? You are SO creative...
Posted by: Tammi | February 26, 2009 at 09:47 AM
LOVE LOVE LOVE your blog!! It's so happy! Where did you get the large letter M in your craft/sewing room? I'm searching for a large letter
Posted by: Kathleen | February 26, 2009 at 10:35 AM
hi Meg,
would you consider shipping to canada if you increased shipping/handling?
:)
Posted by: Christine | February 26, 2009 at 12:09 PM
I JUST RECENTLY FOUND YOUR BLOG, IT IS AMAZING! IT'S ONE OF THE BEST ON THE INTERNET! I LOVE YOUR HOUSE, IT'S BEAUTIFUL, I WOULD LOVE TO LIVE THERE! ARE ALL THE PILLOWS SOLD OUT? I WENT TO YOUR STORE TO BUY ONE AND I DIDN'T SEE THEM, IF THERE SOLD OUT WHEN WILL YOU BE LISTING MORE? I ALSO HAVE TWO OTHER QUESTIONS-FIRST CAN YOU MAKE A CHARM WITH A PHOTOGRAPH IN IT? SECOND QUESTION-I LOOKED AT ALL YOUR ARCHIVES AND SAW YOUR BEAUTIFUL CHRISTMAS STOCKINGS, WOULD IT BE POSSIBLE TO SPECIAL ORDER THOSE EXACTLY LIKE THE ONES ON YOUR MANTEL? I LOVE THEM!!!!!YOU ARE A VERY TALENTED LADY! GOD BLESS !!!!!!
Posted by: DONNA | February 26, 2009 at 06:29 PM
what a great craft room - you are a lucky girl!! continuing to follow cora's blog and praying every day!
Posted by: meleea | February 26, 2009 at 08:37 PM
Love the chalkboard wall. I have one over my stove. I think everyone needs a little chalkboard paint somewhere in their home. As always, beautiful colors.
Posted by: Wendy | February 26, 2009 at 10:44 PM
Wow. I am going to be lost in your blog for a while. It is refreshing and fun. Thank you!
:)
Posted by: jen | February 26, 2009 at 10:53 PM
Makes me feel right at home! You should see mine. Nice to see I'm not the only one. I tend to take over the whole house. Here a project, there a project! It's all good though. Keeps me happy : )........
Debbie
Posted by: Debbie | February 27, 2009 at 09:16 AM
Meg... I wish we lived in the same town. I would so be your friend. :)
Posted by: Liz | February 27, 2009 at 09:27 AM
hey there! i'm not sure if i should request a custom order here or on your shop, but my daughter's bday is march 16. i would really like to have her an outfit like you did for annie. i already have the tutu. halle will be 5. mostly just pinks, white & black. would love for the 5 to be black & white polka dot.. but whatever you come up with will be great. in a size 5. and would you like for me to prepay???
Posted by: Alyssa | February 27, 2009 at 10:13 AM
holy cannoli
Posted by: Julia | February 27, 2009 at 12:16 PM
oh, man. i would love to rummage through your craft room. i must admit, i would probably be folding things as i went but i would love it!!! beatiful fabrics and ribbons...a crafter's heaven.
so nice to visit...{it's my first time here and i liked it a lot}
warmly,
chasity
Posted by: chas at the wild raspberry | February 27, 2009 at 01:54 PM
At least it's a colorful mess! That makes it more bearable. I like messy colorful things in my gardens, no neatness here. No little round bushes with mulch at their feet, nope a big exuberant mess of blooms and weeds.
Love the pillows with the little ball fringe.
Posted by: Chiot's Run | February 28, 2009 at 09:10 AM
I love it love it love it! Mine is even messier, but not nearly as colorful, so it just looks like a junk room. And I'm in the basement with not a lot of light. I envy your window! The chalkboard wall is awesome. I may have to just do that...
Posted by: Kathy Travis | February 28, 2009 at 09:31 AM
the pic above the chalkboard picture just screams happiness to me. i love it!!
Posted by: susanne p. | February 28, 2009 at 03:32 PM
I love all the color! I was wondering where I could find that awesome red and white damask fabric? Thank you soo much!
Amber
Posted by: Amber | February 28, 2009 at 04:56 PM
This is the only place I can come and look at a mess that actually makes me happy. For one thing - it is a colorful, happy mess. and secondly - it's not mine and that makes it fantastic. WOW!
Posted by: Gini | February 28, 2009 at 05:06 PM
I have to confess that I am obsessed with your blog! You are SOOOOOO inspiring! I dream of having a craft room like this one day!
Posted by: Amanda | March 01, 2009 at 12:09 AM
Hello Meg,
Thanks for visiting my blog, I also LOVE yours! Your home is soo cute...and I see your frame! You should go on an make one, it's quite simple actually. I am in the process of getting a new camera, same as yours...or newer version. Canon Rebel....because I really love all the shots on your site, makes a HUGE difference no?? Are you happy with it?? : )
Jen Ramos
'Cards & Prints You'll Love...'
www.madebygirl.com
madebygirl.blogspot.com
Posted by: jennifer Ramos | March 02, 2009 at 10:52 PM
I like your mess!
Are you selling any of those fabulous pillows on your etsy site????? LOVE them!
Posted by: Trina | March 03, 2009 at 08:14 PM
Those pillows are delicious! I love your fabric! And oddly, admidst the mess, I took in some organizational ideas from you! :)
Ashley
Posted by: Ashley @ Domestic Fashionista | March 04, 2009 at 02:42 AM