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Between Naps on the Porch is a lifestyle blog with an emphasis on Decorating, Tablescaping, Before and Afters, Thrify Finds, and Gardening.

Nov 1, 2009

Building a Craft Room! Welcome to the 42nd Metamorphosis Monday!

For this Met Monday, I'm taking you back to Bonnie's house! Recently, Bonnie generously gave us a tour of her gorgeous kitchen and her amazing dish room. Well, hold on to your hats because Bonnie has a Craft Room, too! Yep..a fabulous creative space that you are going to love every bit as much as you loved her Dish Room! Bonnie, that does it...we are ALL moving in with you, girlfriend! Hope you have lots of spare bedrooms! ;-)

Here's the space Bonnie's wonderful hubby, Leon, converted into a fabulous craft room.



In this pic, construction is just getting underway. See that big wall on the side there?



It's going to get a triple window so Bonnie will be able to take in the awesome view that surrounds their home.



The window has been installed in this pic.



Lots of good insulation...



These french doors are going to take the place of the garage door.



They will go right here...



Looking good!



Sheetrock walls are up...



Painting has begun...



And look...the flooring is going in!



I love the black and white checkered floor...makes me think of MacKenzie-Childs china.  Bonnie told me her husband, Leon, did most of the work himself, including the flooring, insulation, sheetrock, electrical and plumbing. He also, assisted with the cabinetry and window installation!




When Bonnie renovated her kitchen, she saved the cabinets...and they were the perfect fit for her new craft room! Brilliant!



Countertops are in!



Leon spray painted some old maple chairs that had belonged to Bonnie's Mom with a few coats of black paint for seating in Bonnie's new Craft room!



Ready

..to

...see

....the

....."After?"

Here it is! Wow!

Bonnie told me the chandelier used to hang in her entry and was a garish gold color. It got a nice coat of ivory paint and looks beautiful here in her new Craft room! I love the mural above the sink! Let's go see it up close.



Beautiful!



Lots and lots of fabulous storage!



This room does double duty as Bonnie's study, too.




Fabulous work space...sooo much wonderful storage!



Perfect place to wrap all those gifts!




All you creative Crafters out there...I know you recognize some of the supplies Bonnie has in her Craft Room. I see a great rubber stamp collection.



So beautifully organized! This room reminds me of the fabulous rooms shown in the book, Where Women Create: Inspiring Work Spaces of Extraordinary Women by Jo Packham.



Bonnie, thank you for sharing this amazing space! You've provided us sooo much inspiration and great ideas by sharing your beautiful Craft Room!





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At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Anonymous Christi @ A Southern Life said...

Okay, I'm officially jealous of Bonnie (ha, ha). Between the dish room and this craft room, she really is blessed with some great spaces (not to mention dishes). Go Bonnie and thanks, Susan for sharing.

Christi

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger WhisperWood Cottage said...

Love that workspace!! Think of all the creativity that can happen in that room!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Terry said...

Wow. Bonne is blessed with Leon. Hope he can get back to the game now.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger {oc cottage} said...

Holy cats! I know it's wrong of me....but I could not possibly be more jealous!!!!
All those fabulous cabinets!!!! It's just what heaven must look like!!! ;}


m ^..^

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger santamaker said...

OMG........are you kidding me?!? I think the only way I could forgive her is if she invited us over for a visit and set us up with a craft project. Bonnie is officially the luckiest woman on the planet!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger susan said...

I know people who would kill for less :) I would LOVE to win the wreath. Thanks for the heads up--I really did not know Colonial Candle had anything but candles. I loved their reindeer tealight holders and signed up for the email! Thanks for giving us access to Bonnie's fabulous room!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Janell @ House of Fifty said...

What a great before and after, thanks for sharing with us! What a wonderful space to have...wow! Janell

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hi Susan! Oh, I just can't believe your friend Bonnie's home! Her craft room is just amazing! So big and all those cabinets are so nice! This gal has everything! Am I jealous? Naw, well,maybe just a little bit! :)
Thank you, Dear One for hosting Met Monday!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger 9405018--Pat said...

Wow! love the black and white checkered floor....what a great room thanks for sharing...I just check out Colonial Candle's webpage and sign up. I really like the sliver pillar lantern...thanks Susan.....Pat H

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Tammy said...

so happy to have a project to submit this week.
tammy

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Paula@SweetPea said...

Bonnie's craft space is simply amazing. She must have so much fun working in that beautiful space.

I love the wreath in today's give-away. I looked at Colonial Candles site and I would have to pick the gold and silver pinecone ornament set.

http://www.colonialcandle.com/gold-silver-pinecone-ornaments.aspx

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Embellished Bayou said...

Oh, wow, amazing doesn't even touch describing this room! I could live in there...all that storage and space, plus a fridge and microwave, what else do you need?!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Embellished Bayou said...

I visited the Colonial Candle site. I love the candle sleeve:
http://www.colonialcandle.com/large-oval-bird-candle-sleeve.aspx?categoryid=114

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger 9405018--Pat said...

sorry :
http:www.colonialcandle.com/smallsilverpillarlanter.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Creations from my heart said...

I always love Metaorphosis Monday and it's even better with this giveaway. I have the perfect spot for the wreath! Blessings...Sherry

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Anonymous sarah { abeachcottage } said...

what a workspace!!!

thanks for hosting Met Monday Susan, I joined in with an old vintage glory box I made over

happy days

Sarah

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger xinex said...

Wow! How nice and organized! I can only dream of having my own craft room just like this. I love the cabinet with glass doors...Christine

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Creations from my heart said...

I love the tea light holder featured at this link:

http://www.colonialcandle.com/multi-tealight-holder-lantern.aspx

Blessing...Sherry

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Kristin said...

Ok, so that craft room is bigger than my WHOLE HOUSE! Jealous doesn't even begin to describe it!

I would LOVE the wreath. It would go perfectly on my newly painted front door!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Alyssa said...

What an awesome and inspiring workspace. Oh jealous doesn't begin to describe it!
Thanks for another wonderful post!

Alyssa
lifeoflyssie.com

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Lou Cinda @ Tattered Hydrangeas said...

This is simply stunning!! I am so jealous!! I would LOVE to have a craft place like that!! Heck! I would love to have anyplace like that!

Great job!!

Lou Cinda :)

Please enter me in the give away!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Lakeshore Cottage Living said...

Oh what I could do with that craft room...what a wonderful space and so pretty.

Kristine

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Lakeshore Cottage Living said...

Really pretty wreath...I have a great spot to put it in my home.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Wow! That's an incredible craft room. Just think how easy it would be to get creative in there! Thanks for sharing it with us and hosting the party. Have a great day!

pk @ Room Remix

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Amy Kinser said...

I love Bonnie's craftroom. How great a space to be creative.

Love the wreath you are making available to one lucky winner. Thanks.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Salmagundi said...

I didn't think she could top the dish room, but this room is unbelievable. Thanks to you two for sharing. Sally

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Unknown said...

Wow, Susan, that is a great space. So much storage and I especially like the large work table. It was great that her husband worked so hard to make her dream a reality.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Lakeshore Cottage Living said...

Just checked out the Colonial Candle site and they have so many pretty things, but my favorite was the Large Silver Pillar Lantern. I would love to have a set of those.

What a great giveaway week to get ready for the holidays.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Fifi Flowers said...

LOVE the black and white flooring... FAB room!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Susan, you have never told us what Bonnie "does". You said she has an office in that beautiful craft room, so I'm curious if her vocation is the same as her avocation. Jackie, A huge fan.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger cindy said...

Such a beautiful space! My wee little craft room is jealous :o)
Thanks for hosting another great Met Monday...I love seeing what everyone's doing.
peace.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger lizzie said...

Would love to have that wreath...thanks

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Pinky said...

Bonnie's craft room is amazing! As a floral designer who works with silks, I would LOOOOOVE a space like that!
Love the CC wreath! I will go there now and leave a comment about something there that I loove too!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Natasha in Oz said...

What an amazing and inspiring place to be creative! She is very kind to share her special spot with us. Thank you also, Susan, for posting these great pictures and for hosting Met Monday again. How kind of you to have a week of give-aways too!
Best wishes, NM.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Anna said...

what an amazing craft room!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Marty@A Stroll Thru Life said...

Oh my word, what a great room. I love it and all that cabinet space and storage. Such a dream.
Also, the giveaway is wonderful. Such a beautiful wreath. I went to Colonial Candle and signed up for their emails and I also took a look around and would love the silver triple taper candle holder. Thanks for the great giveaways. Hugs, Marty

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Unknown said...

Susan,
Thanks for showing that wonderful room and the inspiration it will bring to many others.
Sandy

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Ann On and On... said...

I love that wreath... I have the perfect spot for it.... Now I have to cross my fingers until next week.

Thanks for the great giveaway!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Pinky said...

http://www.colonialcandle.com/small-deer-tealight-holder.aspx I love this small deer tealight! Would love to order 8 of them for christmas!!!!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Ann On and On... said...

There are so many wonderful items on their site, but I really like the large hammer finished taper holder.
amerskine@hotmail.com

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Mitzi said...

Please enter me in the drawing. Christmas will soon be here. Enjoy the days.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Susan,
You never disappoint us. Bonnie's
craft room is outstanding. She must have such fun in there with all that room to work and play.

I also checked out Colonial Candle
and have been debating on ordering the Large White Urn Pillar Candle
Holder l4.5", maybe two.
I did sign up for the e-mail from them and look forward to seeing their sale items.
Grace

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger JC said...

Wow ... that room is amazing !!!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Ann On and On... said...

I am on the mailing list...thanks for the information. I love candles!!!
amerskine@hotmail.com

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger mustard seeds said...

Now that's what I call a craft room.
Please enter me in the drawing for the wreath. It is beautiful. I am going over to colonial's site right now.
Sheila
whitjsss@aol.com

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger mustard seeds said...

Now that's what I call a craft room.
Please enter me in the drawing for the wreath. It is beautiful. I am going over to colonial's site right now.
Sheila
whitjsss@aol.com

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Karen said...

Well, I am trying hard to not covet, but this is getting ridiculous! Such a cool place to create! I think the little sign on the pretty shelf must say it all "dreams do come true", for Bonnie that is;). She is blessed in many ways. Love the wreath too! I am so ready for the holidays. Thanks for the chance to win. I am a follower:)

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Maryann @ Domestically-Speaking said...

I'm having storage envy! I'd love to be entered into the wreath drawing.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Jess @ Frugal with a Flourish said...

Love the craft room! The space is great and the shelving and storage is phenomenal, but the true clincher for me was the chandelier! Love it!

Oh and I would love to be entered in for the wreath! That is beautiful!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger mustard seeds said...

https://www.colonialcandle.com/tall-lantern-bird-fleur-de-lis.aspx

The thing I like best on Colonial Candle's site is the pillar holder lantern with bird. Here is the link to it, I think.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger mustard seeds said...

Oh, please enter me the third time, since I signed up to receive their e-mails.
sheila

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Maryann @ Domestically-Speaking said...

The silver lantern is very cute!
http://www.colonialcandle.com/small-shiny-silver-pillar-lantern.aspx

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Sarah said...

Susan, I think Bonnie has a terrific husband! First he adds a storage room for all her dishes, and now he builds her a craft room. I'm in total awe of these two spaces....they aren't just a little space either. How wonderful for Bonnie that she has these wonderful spaces because she is definitely someone who obviously makes excellent use the both spaces. If I had to pick between the two, it would be a very difficult decision. Fortunately, Bonnie didn't have to choose. Thanks for sharing. This is a terrific Met Monday post.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Valeree said...

Bonnie's craft room is amazing!! All that space, and those cabinets, and the storage...I'm drooling!!
Susan, thanks so much for the chance to win that gorgeous wreath...I'm heading over to Colonial Candle's website right now.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Vanessa Greenway said...

Great giveaway and makeover!!! Awesome!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Tammy518 said...

Wow, Bonnie's craft room is just gorgeous! What a wonderful space in which to be creative.

Susan, I love the luster wreath. Here's a link to a mosaic pillar holder I really like: http://www.colonialcandle.com/amber-golden-mosaic-pillar-candle-holder.aspx?categoryid=6

I'll do a post on my blog about your giveaway! Colonial Candle totally rocks!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Valeree said...

How cute is this chalkboard witch?? I may have to buy her :-)
http://www.colonialcandle.com/chalkboard-sign-welcome-witch.aspx

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Va said...

I so enjoy your ideas for the home. Homemaking is very important to me not only for my husband and myself, but for our extended family when they visit. I look forward to more posts.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Valeree said...

Just signed up for Colonial Candle's email! Thanks!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Anita@Theycallmejammi said...

Bonnie and Leon appear to be very lonely people and since I am a very giving person, I volunteer to move in with them. Please forward their address :). Great room!!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Sewconsult said...

http://www.colonialcandle.com/final-pillar-holder-set.aspx?categoryid=6

THe pillar candle holders are just what I need for a new look on my mantel. DD was saying so this evening. I need to simplify. They would be perfect.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Sewconsult said...

With the microwave, frig & storage & work space, I see only 2 reasons to leave that room...bathroom & sleep.

That room is the best use of space for crafting, sewing or any artistic endeavor...EVER!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Sewconsult said...

I'm on the email list, too!
Beckie in Brentwood, TN

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Lynn said...

I cannot believe all the cabinet space. Those cabinets just look beautiful with the room. I am bugged eyed as I LOVE french doors and one can always use more storage space. Thank you Susan and Bonnie for allowing us to drool over your craft/office space. You have one awesome hubby there Bonnie. I would love to win the give away. I went to the site and found the milti tealight holder, that I fell in love with after seeing it on one of Susan's blogs. I also signed up for their email.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Julia @ Hooked on Houses said...

Wow! That craft room is amazing! It's HUGE. I can't even imagine how wonderful it would be to have a workspace like that.

Thanks for hosting the party again this week. This is one of my favorites! I'm always excited when I can play along.

P.S. What a fun giveaway! Love that wreath. :-)

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Julia @ Hooked on Houses said...

I went over to their website and looked around. It's hard to choose, but I'd love something from the cafe au lait line:

http://www.colonialcandle.com/cafe-au-lait-scented-candles.aspx

Thanks for the great giveaway, Susan! :-)

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions said...

I don't have a link-up this week, but I will enjoy seeing everyone else's. Love this wreath ~ and I just happen to have the perfect place for it!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions said...

Love this finial ornament wall decor:

http://www.colonialcandle.com/finial-ornaments-wall-decal-kit.aspx

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Anonymous Pam said...

Susan, I have enjoyed the posts showing us Bonnie's incredible craft room,her wonderful dish room and her beautiful kitchen. Even though I don't have the space to copy what she has, I can glean some great ideas on how to make my spaces function better.

Thank you for opportunity to take part in your give-a ways. I love the wreath!! I really like the gold and silver pine cone ornaments set from Colonial Candles. I have been receiving emails from them since I ordered a gift for a friend. Great quality-I've been pleased with everything.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Unknown said...

Wow - that room is amazing. I am totally jealous.

Beautiful wreath - would love it!!!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Unknown said...

I would LOVE to have this around my house:

http://www.colonialcandle.com/holiday-sparkle-23oz-scented-jar-candle.aspx

Colonial Candle is the best. Yay!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Madam Wench said...

wow is all i can say. What an amazing space!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Leigh of Tales from Bloggeritaville said...

Forgive me for singing...
What a man, what a man, what a mighty good man...
Bonnie has a good man who built her sich a beauty and creative work space! Amazing. I am jealous!

Please sign me up to win the wreath, it too had me singing, "silver and godl, silver and gold..." I can imagine I would be the talk of the neighborhood with that on my door. All would covet my wreath!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger sonya said...

I. Love. This. Wreath! I love the craft room too but you're not giving that away! Pick me!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Anonymous Leanne said...

What an amazing room. I would love to work and create in there. She's one lucky lady. Thanks for sharing.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Vail said...

What an awesome craft room. Looks great!

Vail

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Anonymous Leanne said...

I checked out Colonial Candle and the hammered finish taper holders are beautiful. I would love to have that amazing wreath. Thanks for the giveaway.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Kim said...

I think the wreath is beautiful and what a sweet husband to build such a nice space for a craft room. Now I'm curious to see what creations come out of that great work space.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Foley said...

I would love to move into Bonnie's house for about a month!!!
The craft room is fantastic..how lucky her hubby is so talented himself..a definite keeper!

On the Colonial page I think the Angel Shimmer Night Light is precious...
http://www.colonialcandle.com/angel-shimmer-night-light-blessings.aspx

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Sue said...

I can't decide if I want to be Bonnie, be Bonnie's friend or beat up Bonnie. Wow! I'm more of a dish person than a craft person, but Wow!

You kept me busy today. I signed up to follow you on Facebook. I signed up for emails from Colonial Candle and I picked my favorite item. The Lantern with Bird Pillar Holder. http://www.colonialcandle.com/tall-lantern-bird-fleur-de-lis.aspx

Sue

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Maureen said...

In my wildest dreams....I would have a craft room just.like.that!

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Ren said...

Only 54 day till Christmas?? Please say it ain't so!! The only thing that distracted me from my approaching-holiday-agony is that I quickly developed a crush on Leon.

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Blue Creek Home said...

Bonnie is one lucky lady! That craft room is fabulous.
The wreath give away is pretty fabulous too!
Rhonda

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Four Paws and Co said...

Susan, It's always a pleasure to see you on Facebook!!! Come back more often!

Okay, color me GREEN! Bonnie's craft room is aweinspiring & what a sweetie her talented hubbie is! Hmmm, think they might be moving in the future?!? I love their entire house!

Please enter me in the wreath give away. I'd love to win the Multi Tea Lite holder, http://www.colonialcandle.com/multi-tealight-holder-lantern.aspx
I subscribe to Colonial Candle e-mails.
I'll add a post about your giveaway this week too.

Hugs! ☺ Diane

 
At Sunday, November 01, 2009 , Blogger Anita Diaz said...

Wow, that is just incredible! I cannot imagine having space like that to work. Thanks for sharing!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger 2sisters said...

Always look forward to your posts!!! Your blog is filled with inspiration. I am still drooling over the dish room, I want one....
teri @ acraftyclan

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Carrie said...

Thank you Susan and Bonnie for letting us all see this inspiring creative space.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Tardevil said...

I would say Bonnie has it all. A husband that "gets" her wants, a huge craft room, a dish room & a fabulous kitchen and dining room. She's a lucky lady!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Michelle said...

What a fabulous room to work in...just love the vaulted ceiling! And the mural is wonderful and fills the space perfectly.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Well that does it!! I was in awe of the dish room but now I am positively drooling over the craft room.
We downsized a year ago when hubby retired so I lost my craft room so..can I move in with you Bonnie?!!
I have a very handy hubby too but cannot convince him I need an extension for my painting and crafts....*sigh*

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Oh my to have a craft room like this!! It is amazing!

Thanks for showing off this fantastic space- I am trying to not envy!

blessings,
mary

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Sandy said...

I absolutely LOVE that wreath!! How wonderful to have that room for a craft space. I would love it too!! what a great husband to do that for her!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Unknown said...

Hi Susan...
Not only does Bonnie have a fabulous craft room... I think she also has a incredible Hubby!

And your Give-away this week is WOWZA girl! Sigh me up!

Happy Fall Daze
~Really Rainey~

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Sofia Striffler said...

Wow that is the best craft room I have seen in a long time. Beautiful job. I could spend hourse in there! Thanks for hosting

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Diann @ TheThrify Groove said...

Can we all just stand outside the windows and drool over this space!!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Tara@ Just Devine Style said...

Some Day! LOVE IT. I need a towel to wipe up the drool it is a beautiful room.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Now that room is a gal's dream! While those chairs are adorable, I wouldn't want to have to sit very long in them. Don't look very comfortable to me; I'd have to have a chair with wheels on it. I have the perfect chairs in my sunroom. You think Bonnie would hold a scrapping event for all of us? Not only does she have lots of rubber stamps, but I saw lots of scrapbooking papers stored there. Does Bonnie live near you? I thought I saw mountains in the background out her office window. I love the fake window with the view of a beautiful island above her work area. Sure was smart of her to keep the old cabinets. Her kitchen didn't look that big for all of those cabinets to come out of there. Smart woman and very handy husband. Thanks for sharing!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Lori said...

I love the kitchen! It is so beautiful~

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Andi's English Attic said...

I'm sorry, I just can't take this anymore. Inspiration overload! Am sooooo in awe of everything I see here. I can't keep up. Must go and lie down.......

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Rebecca @ Belle Blog said...

WOW!! That craft room is just beautiful and amazing. I love the black and white checkered floor. When I buy a house one day that is the one I want in my kitchen.
♥ Rebecca

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Fargerike Dagny said...

What a fabulous giveaway! I'm in!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Barbara said...

Susan, I would just take half that space, wonderful room, and fantastic giveaway, I am sure it is on its way to my house.

Have a Great Day.
Barbara

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger P. said...

You are a lucky girl.
Alfazema

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Southerner said...

I love the sock monkey outfits on their site. One of my favorites is http://www.colonialcandle.com/sock-monkey-Aplus-sweater-hat.aspx?categoryid=128.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Southerner said...

Your room looks fabulous. I would love that wreath. It is beautiful.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Jill said...

What a beautiful space! I love the flooring and the mural over the sink. What a wonderful place to work adn create. Thank you for sharing.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Debra from Bungalow said...

What a room for creating, LOVE it all!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Debra from Bungalow said...

I mentioned this great giveaway on my blog!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger mgster said...

Yikes...Bonnie is so lucky! I still cannot get over that DISH ROOM! And now this craft room! As a scrapbooker, I would just die to have this space. Good for Bonnie! I am sure she just loves it.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger brokeintrovert said...

I love this craft room. Thanks for sharing and thanks for the giveaways as well as Met-Monday.
I love your blog.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Kelly B said...

Wow!! A wonderful giveaway!! I am pea-green with envy over that craft room!! And I am about to embark on an inspirational journey with incredibly creative women!! What a great day!! ;0)

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Its So Very Cheri said...

WOW--you're gonna get me in trouble from drooling on the computer keyboard--if I zap the computer my hubbie will want to know what happened, then I have to explain the drooling problem. I actually have a drawing of a floorplan for a dream house with a huge craft room/home school room--similar stations.

Thank you for a great visual of my dream room.

Cheri

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Patti @ Pandoras Box said...

I love the color scheme in the room...I think all the bloggers should have a party there...it's big enough!!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Rhondi said...

Hi Susan
That studio looks like something out of a magazine.
Thanks for having a giveaway. I visited colonial candle and I like the Cinnamon Traditions Jar. I love the smell of cinnamon! I also registered to receive their emails, so I think that gets me 3 chances?
Hugs, Rhondi

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Patti @ Pandoras Box said...

Please enter me in the wreath contest....and I visited Colonial Candle and I love the lg winter woods candle

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Laura @ The Shabby Rabbit said...

Wow what a fantastic room! And what a lot of oh-my-gosh wrapping paper! Woohoo! I'm sure they'll be hours of 'precious' to be had in there! Thanks for sharing it with us :)

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Ally's Corner said...

Room looks wonderful. I would love that wreath.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Unknown said...

What a fabulous room. Lucky, lucky girl! And that wreath is to die for!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Unknown said...

I'd choose the Santa LED trees--they are sooo cute! https://www.colonialcandle.com/santa-led-trees-set.aspx

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Unknown said...

And I signed up for the emails! Thanks for sharing.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Pamie G. said...

I so love the wreath....gorgeous, so love Colonial Candle

http://www.colonialcandle.com/simmersnap-tarts-melts.aspx
this is my favorite!

I signed up for their email!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger LukesLove said...

Beautiful, but only in my dreams!

Would love to be entered in the giveaway!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Unknown said...

Wow, what a gorgeous wreath!!! :)

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger LukesLove said...

Just stopped by CC and love the candle sleeves and candle toppers! What a neat way to dress up a candle! And love candles with different shapes of jars - their square ones looked neat!

http://www.colonialcandle.com/large-oval-bird-candle-sleeve.aspx?categoryid=114

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Heidi said...

I want to live in Bonnie's craft room (I'd settle for the dish room too, both are FABULOUS!!)

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger LukesLove said...

Just signed up too! =)

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger ~Kristen~ said...

Wow!!! That is a FABULOUS craft room!!!

I would love to be entered in your Colonial Candle giveaway, please!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger ~Kristen~ said...

I signed up to recieve email notifications from Colonial Candle!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger ~Kristen~ said...

I looked through the Colonial Candle site and I love love love the damask votive holders!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger From the Kitchen said...

Just found your blog. I'm a southerner transplanted to Chicago. Felt like I was spending a little time "down home" with you.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Scooterblu's Whimsy~Rhonda said...

What a fabulous space Bonnie has! I am green with envy!!! :) This is a dream room for crafters, that I would never want to leave! Thanks so much for sharing it!

And THANKS so much for your encouraging comments on my upcoming House Tour! This Friday is the big day. Say a prayer for me, (and my family, whom I am probably dring insane at this point!) LOL! ~Hugs, Rhonda :)

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Connie in Hartwood said...

This space is fabulous!! Thank you very much for sharing with us ... there are so many ideas here.

Connie in Hartwood

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Wow, that wreath is gorgeous!!!!

That craft room is spectacular. Hubby would have a heart attack if I added that to his honey do list but oh how I'd love to have a space like that.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I love the Fragrance Express candle with simply vanilla. It's a safe, no mess fragrant home accessory. I'd love to smell it!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Rettabug said...

Oh, be still my heart! I think I'm having chest pains....what an awesome work room & what a wonderful DH!! Bonnie is one lucky gal to have such a sweet & handy hubby as Leon.

Susan, you've already got me moving my BIG mirror to a different spot in my dining room for Christmas...(hubby is NOT happy with you) :-p Ever since I saw YOUR wreath on your mirror, I've wanted to do the same thing. Hey, I only copy from the best, ya' know. LOL
I would love to win this beautiful giveaway & it would be especially appropriate in my house, since I do gold & white for Christmas everywhere but in the kitchen. (That room gets traditional colors, for the grands.)

I can't thank you enough for your great inspirational ideas & tips. I'll be stopping at TJMaxx this morning to look for that cute cake topper. :-)
BNOTP ROCKS!!!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger ~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~ said...

I can't believe all that space for my crafts. I could then do something I have always wanted to do which is to give classes and share my love of crafting and decorating with others.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger L.Duncan@Home23DuncanBoys said...

WOW What a transformation!!! Love the wreath too!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger ~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~ said...

I love the Lantern with bird candle holder.
http://www.colonialcandle.com/tall-lantern-bird-fleur-de-lis.aspx?categoryid=6

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger ~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~ said...

I've also signed up for the email notices. Thanks for the heads up Susan. Please enter me 3 times I am in love with that wreath.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Shayna @ Texas Monkey said...

I love that wreath and love your blog, I'm still working on my met monday post but will add it soon, and at Colonial website I love the silver pillar lattern, love love that.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Lori E said...

When I see things like this I know there is hope for my messy craft room/office/junk storage room.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger ImagineCozy said...

What a fantastic work space. I can see all kinds of creativity coming out of there!

I loved seeing it from the very beginning stage.

Thank you for hosting today.
-Angela

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger "Blossom" said...

Great give away from Colonial Candles. Bonnie is so creative and I love the craft room.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Prairie Scraps said...

I would love to win this drawing! Thank you so much for the chance and all your great ideas!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Cottage on the Hill said...

OMG...that is such a wonderful space! Wow!!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger "Blossom" said...

Out door lantern that you showed this year is my favorite.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Sylvia (at) Lily's Pad and Petals said...

Wow - Bonnie is one lucky lady.
Beautifull !!!!!!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger "Blossom" said...

I mentioned you on my blog for others to check out your giveaway.
Can't wait to see all the great accessories; are they all christmas items?

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I am so pea-green jealous of Bonnie and her dish room and now her craft room! Wow. I have signed up to receive Colonial Candle emails and would love to have the white lantern with the bird on top:
http://www.colonialcandle.com/tall-lantern-bird-fleur-de-lis.asp
Love your site, Susan!
Sharon
mavinger@sc.rr.com

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Kristi @ Addicted 2 Decorating said...

OH...MY...GOODNESS!!! What a fantastic space! Not to mention, an incredibly generous and supportive husband! I'm pretty sure that craft room is bigger than my entire condo. :)

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger nina@themissadventuresofnina said...

OMG beautiful space. And I absolutely love that Wreath!!!!
alain0207@msn.com

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger misskp said...

Wow! Bonnie......Wow! Thanks for offering the incredible giveaway from Colonial Candle...off to see their website!

miss_k_p@yahoo.com

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Andrea said...

OMGoodness! I want to BE Bonnie when I grow up (and NO, 39 is NOT grown up yet...LOL!)

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger misskp said...

Love the Colonial Candle candle toppers! They add something really special to a candle!


miss_k_p@yahoo.com

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Andrea said...

I signed up for the email promotions at the Colonial Candle site...and I'm crossing my fingers to win!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Andrea said...

And finally...I could spend a month of paychecks on their site...as I am a HUGE candle fanatic. However, what caught my eye was not the candles, as those are a given for me, but the adorable monkey! My daughter collects monkeys, so I think she might NEED this for Christmas... http://www.colonialcandle.com/marty-small-purple-striped-sock-monkey.aspx?New=Y

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Chris said...

Thanks so much for the giveaway! I just decided to use gold as my holiday theme this year...imagine that!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Cynthia said...

What a great room! Thanks for all the wonderful ideas and giveaways. Have a great day!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Debbie said...

LOVE love love Bonnie's craft room! and also love the wreath. Please enter me in the giveaway.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger fourkidsmom said...

Ok I am officially entering your giveaway. I follow your blog just don't ever post anything. Oh well.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger {Bellamere Cottage} said...

Hi Susan!

Oh my goodness.....How I would LOVE to have an awesome craft room like this one. FANTASTIC. Actually, I'd even be thrilled with half of that. What a lucky gal.

Please enter me in the Colonial Candle giveaway too. What a pretty wreath...and I think I have just the spot for it.

Blessings,
Spencer

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Maria Berg said...

Yes I want to be a part of the give away also.
Love that big room with all the space and the chess floor and the feak window over the sink. MB

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Mademoiselle Julie said...

Does that husband of Bonnie have BROTHER? LOL Cheers, Julie

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Janice said...

I'm so excited to be here !!!

The wreath is stunning and I'm already a fan of Colonial Candles.

The "craft cottage" is beyond belief.... Even someone like me who is "craft challenged" could be inspired in that space.

Off to the Colonial Candle site now....

janice

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Janice said...

Me Again.... We've just completed a "re-do" in our guest br bath and this color would be perfect in there.....

Plus - I LOVE the cinnamon/clove scent.... always has been one of my Favs. http://www.colonialcandle.com/cinnamon-12oz-square-jar-candle.aspx

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Janice said...

Signed up for special promotions.... Hoping I'll get a coupon as I'm headed to the mall this afternoon....

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Lorie said...

Love Bonnie's craftroom!! Almost as much as her dish room!! This is also my entry for the beautiful wreath!
I signed up for Colonial Candles emails and I have to say I'm a sucker for the set of 4 sock monkey ornaments!! So cute!
Thanks Susan!
Lorie
lasaes@yahoo.com

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Unknown said...

What an amazing transformation!

Thanks for the great drawing - please add my name.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Unknown said...

I love the Tiny Monkey - he is too cute.

http://www.colonialcandle.com/happy-birthday-monkeygram.aspx?New=Y

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Unknown said...

Entry 3 - I receive the newsletters from Colonial Candle.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Michelle Kearney said...

Wow! I hope to one day have a craft room/studio that is even half that wonderful. Thank you so much Susan and Bonnie for sharing.

Here's to hoping I win that beautiful Colonial Candle wreath...

~Michelle K

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Michelle Kearney said...

Okay, in order to get my name in the pot for second time, I am sharing with you a favorite Colonial Candle product...

http://www.colonialcandle.com/3piece-stoneware-taper-holders.aspx?Clearance=Y

This is a set of 3 candlesticks on sale for 15.00! Hurry...there aren't many left!

~Michelle K

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Michelle Kearney said...

I also signed up for Colonial Candles emails... put me in the drawing again!
:)

~Michelle K

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Tomesia said...

beatiful wreath and stunning craft room. i've got a corner in my bedroom which is cute but not organized at all.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Wonder if Bonnie rents out her husband! Bonnie is one lucky girl.

Sasha

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Ldy ~~ Dy said...

I had to stop reading, get up and get my pretty vintage hankie..not to wipe my eyes...but to wipe the drool!! Te He!! Just kidding of course..ladies don't drool...but wow! This room is awesome!! I love every little detail! One can dream! Thanks for sharing Bonnie's dream craft room! Hugs!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Cecelia---Sis---Mom said...

OMGOSH, what a great giveaway and a what an amazing room. I would LOVE to have that.

Cece

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Joyce Ackley said...

I signed up for emails on the Colonial site.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Joyce Ackley said...

I signed up for emails on the Colonial site.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Joyce Ackley said...

Bonnie's craft room is awesome! I would like to enter the drawing for the wreath and the candle give away.

Thanks

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Joyce Ackley said...

The item I like on the Colonial site is Christmas Memories 4 Pack of 8 oz Oval Jars.

I love Christmas scents and these sound divine!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

I love the wreath!!!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Unknown said...

Holy cow, that must be what the craft rooms in HEAVEN look like! Wow. Thanks so much for sharing this incredible room, now we all have something to dream about and strive for!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Cara@HomespunKitchen said...

Oh man, that room is INCREDIBLE!!! My room is about the quarter size of hers, lol!!!''Ok, my fave thing from the Colonial website is the four pack of winter candles, I just might have to order those! I am also a follower, and signed up for their email!!

Blessings,
Cara

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Nan said...

Great craft room...so much space. One of my favorite items on the Colonial Candle website are the Brown Bird ornaments http://www.colonialcandle.com/brown-bird-ornament-set.aspx
Love the wreath!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Miss Mustard Seed said...

Oh, I would love to win that wreath! That is gorgeous. And that work space is to die for. I would love the have that much storage in my office. (I'm working on it!) By the way, I just noticed your Master BR picture and I have the same checked fabric in my family room. I think it's going to move to my guest room soon. I love it!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger amariaf2000 said...

I am totally green with envy! If only I had a work space like this?!?!? That is so awesome!!

~angela @ peonypatch

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger amariaf2000 said...

I love Colonial Candle, and although this is not a "candle", I still think it's my favorite!

http://www.colonialcandle.com/store/item.aspx?ItemId=13434

~angela @ peonypatch

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous Anonymous said...

Looove the new crafting room! So jealous as I am working out of my dining room!! I would looove my own office/work space!!
Niiice and beautiful!!

XOXOX-
Margaret

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Amy said...

WOW - beautiful craft room/office! What a woman!! And, LOVE the wreath, too! It almost looks as if you could make one... may need to STARE DEEPLY into it to see if I could...! LOL!!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Crafty Sisters said...

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At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Lisa@Pickles and Cheese said...

Everything about today's post was so exciting. Exciting giveaway and Bonnie's new craft room and that black and white floor are fabulous! Thanks so much for the chance to win that gorgeous wreath!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Crafty Sisters said...

I just found your blog today. I love it, and I love that craft room! I wish that I had one so I wouldn't paint and drill on my kitchen countertops and saw on my carpet and wood floors!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Jen said...

Thanks for the giveaway! I love candles! I also posted a project for Met Monday!

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Fawnda@Fireflies and Jellybeans said...

Thanks for the giveaway! I hope I win! : )

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Anonymous edie3 (eaeforcar3@hotmail.com said...

Oh, I love that wreath! I have been wanting one like that forever! Thanks for the chance

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Kelly @ Much To Do With Nothing said...

No way!! That room is awsome! She IS so LUCKY! Oh how I wish I had somethig like that. Thanks for the time you take every Monday to host this event. It's very much appriciated.
Kelly

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Brenda@CoffeeTeaBooks said...

What a beautiful wreath!

That room is gorgeous and I think it was so fun to see how she did it by reusing items she already had.

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger Cottage Rose said...

Hello Susan; Wow!!!! what a gorgeous Craft room... How sweet of her Hubby to do that for her.. That is my Dream Craft Room..... sigh, so much storage love all those stamps... OK Bonnie I am packing my craft bags and coming right over to play in your beautiful room.... lol thanks Susan for a very fun post. have a great week

Hugs;
Alaura

 
At Monday, November 02, 2009 , Blogger h. m. settoon said...

what a wonderful place to create. I'm so jealous.

 
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