Sunday, October 9, 2011

IT'S ALL ABOUT THE UMBRELLA




I am revisiting my potting bench project for the finishing touch...if you missed it just click here for a quick visit...





Things look finished from the pictures, but if you take a look at the umbrella...wow...
Holes everywhere...you'll see..





A closer look will show you the dilemma...









This umbrella has been propped up on the storage side of the house for a couple of years...it was always going to be a temporary fix for the glaring sunshine on the potting bench...SOOOOOO since I am such a tweaker of things I just couldn't resist....







So many holes...








I knew I could not sew temporary patches on the holes because the fabric would not hold up to stitching....









Maybe I could just glue some patches on....well...maybe some colorful fabric would be fun and cheery...








Anything will be better then these holes...just in case we get a sprinkle...I had some indoor/outdoor fabric scraps..perfect for this project...






Who knew it would be such fun...








If you look closer you will see where I used permanent marker and made stitch marks before gluing the patches with elmers spray glue ( great stuff)






I love the way it turned out...it looks like a patchwork quilt in the sky.








When the sun is shining on it...so fun to look at..











I think it matches all the flowers...and who couldn't use more flowers..




Now, I think I will be looking up alot...








Here comes the sun..




Yay...






My sister Bobby would have loved this quaint little space filled with things she also loved....




This is my new hideout I think everyone needs a place to create...even if it's just in their head....




I wonder how long this will last...my friend mary said to spray it with waterproofing, maybe I will do that, but for now I think I will pot some flowers....




Thank you for visiting today. I always appreciate you stopping by...I hope you enjoyed your visit and perhaps were inspired to create your own little space that brightens up your day...Please leave a comment, I love to know what you think, and if you choose to follow me, I am thrilled...

I am attaching to Susan at betweennapsontheporch









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20 comments:

  1. This is so cute and fun! Great job!

    Erica
    threeoclockwinds.blogspot.com

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  2. Very cheerful and creative! Love it! Audrey

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  3. Very cleaver! A great way "fix" an umbrella! Visiting from BNOTP

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  4. What a great idea. It is so pretty with the sunlight coming through it.

    Dropping by from BNOTP.

    Allison
    Atticmag
    Hidden Laundry

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  5. I was just coming over to thank you for the compliment saying you love my blog and didn't realize this was you and that I already commented today on your post! Well anyway, thank for the compliment and I still love your umbrella! lol :)

    Erica

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  6. So nice to meet you! I am now following you back!

    First, let me say that your potting bench is just magnificent and probably the envy of the neighborhood. What a fabulous piece you have created. I love how you saved your umbrella. Last year I saw someone sew a whole new cover for hers with ruffles that she added. I am sure either was a daunting task. I agree, looking up through yours is like a patchwork sky. Truly a delightful project.

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  7. Oh..I love it.. what a warm and cozy garden spot.

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  8. Oh my! How clever and how cute! I love the patchwork look.

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  9. Just wanted to let you know that I nominated you for the Versatile Blogger Award! Check it out here http://threeoclockwinds.blogspot.com/2011/10/versatile-blogger-award-and-my-picks.html

    Erica

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  10. Wow love it so happy looking! Thanks for coming by and leaving kind words at my blog. I'm now following you.

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  11. Now that is brilliant! Not only did you fix the problem, but you transformed it into a unique decorative feature! Love it! I also adore your potting bench. I tried to click on the link, but it didn't work. I'm going back to try again. laurie

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  12. How clever are mew?!! That is pretty cute and I'm sure was fun to create. Now, I think purrhaps I will test it out as a good nap cover.....I'll let you know what I think.....but if you see me, please don't mistake me for a plant and try and pot me....it might mess up my tail or crinkle my whiskers...not a good way to end a nap at all ;)

    Purrs!

    Romeo

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  13. Now, that is a great idea! Smarty pants!! Looks fantastic! Thanks for popping in for a visit and the sweet comment @TheDedicatedHouse. And, your kitty's blog is soooo cute! I know who rules your house. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  14. I did not think your patio could possibly get any cuter - but your umbrella is the living end. What a creative idea and the finished product is adorable! I think you will soon see this copied in all the country magazines. I know I want one! Really special! (and I would try to waterproof it)

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  15. love-love-love your umbrella:):) sweet beyond belief.Smiles , Susie

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  16. love the ummmmmmmmbrella ma, I just can't imagine how you came up with that wonderful idea.
    It looks great......

    HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY BIRTHDAY HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!

    Love,

    Shell

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  17. I hope that you continue to heal from your surgery! And I am in love with that umbrella/potting area. The patches are FABULOUS!!! It's a work of art! The whole area is just....WONDERFUL!!!!

    Love/hugs/blessings,
    Lana

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  18. Hi, Thanks for stopping by and leaving your sweet comment about my first tablescape. I absolutely LOVE what you did with your umbrella and that potting bench is too cute! A special place indeed! Have a wonderful weekend, Sandra

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  19. I love that idea and it looks fantastic with your potting bench !

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  20. I love your pretty potting table and the great whimsical fix for your umbrella! Very clever:@)

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