New Project..New Bellamy painting.. New colors for a Condo

I have a new job....
I am putting a new face on an old condo. I have to admit, I have never been a fan of condos because usually fabulous old buildings have been torn down to make way for the giant condominium. I am a "window freak" and condos don't have many windows. They do have sliding glass doors with a view of the clients yatch so "Hey" ,"I am up for the challenge!"
First thing,... gone are the gold framed prints,  dark green sofa and ruffled lamp shades.. No unlimited budget but budget for a few great pieces of furniture, throw pillows and real art.
Second thing.. off to Bellamy's studio for some laughter and creating a new look for these special clients. I had a few great old pieces of furniture with lots of patina and character and 3 throw pillow that would add so much to this normal place.( I actually saw the same pillows in Elle Decor's Show house in two wing chairs.)
I wanted to create a color pallet that was unique and uplifting ,and when I saw the Crab painting that Bellamy had just finished, I was thrilled.
The new, the old, and that element of surprise.
I am waiting on the delivery of the neutral slip covered sectional sofa and the wild and crazy mix of throw pillow, lamps and end tables.

Hopefully, by the 15th of December  the condo will ready for photos and ready for a visit from Santa Claus. Hope he brings a new headboard for the Master bed room and a great piece of art for over the sofa and the zinc chest from Restoration Hardware for the master bedroom  and...and ...and
 
                            TURQUOISE, CITRON, GREEN AND A SPLASH OF ORANGE

 

The Jane Coslick Cottage Cats..................

Animals are my other passion!!!!! ( some people think  feral kitties can't  become  family pet)  NOT SO ...
I am blessed by sharing my life with 5 kitties at A Bohemian Cottage and 7 that were fed by a man for 4 years and then abandoned .They were born in the back yard of my first cottage and I fed them in the beginning.  I now feed them again at "99steps to the beach" .There are 2 sets of identical twins in the group and I love to watch them play together.  They have all been spayed and neutered by the Milton project.
I have designed a habitat at the Bohemian for  the 5 that live with me .... complete with a gazebo, windows in the fence for easy access, several kitty doors and their own "room".
They all get along with  my dog Lucky and Foster , my dog angel, loved all of them.
I am involved with the Milton project, a spay, neuter and release project for the kitties It is part of the Coastal Pet Rescue group that helps homeless animals http://www.coastalpetrescue.org/. I have met so many wonderful caring people who give so much of their time to help . I am donating $5.00 dollars of every cottage book sold on my online  this year  to the Milton Project . I hope one day soon to have a cottage tour and design seminar to raise money and awarness of the good work that they do.
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Fall flowers by Anna

Here are some photos from the rehearsal dinner she was creating on Friday night in historic downtown Savannah Georgia.

Even though Anna is teaching art now, she still does weddings and special events. Ever time I watch her work her flower magic , I am amazed.

Happy Thanksgiving Week

This is a Bellamy painting from my collection, and to me, it speaks volumes about this holiday . I wanted to share it  with you and to say how thankful I am for my new blog world friends and all the people who make my life so interesting..... My great clients, my wonderful children and my many good friends.
My Dad taught me when I was very young..."Things" are not important, People are!!!! Ironically, I have ended up in the "thing" business.(interior design) and I really do love finding great and wonderful objects . I am all about the "Treasure hunt" for the unique, but more about the people that will enjoy what I discover..
Thanksgiving is a holiday that bothers me a bit. Cooking is not what I do best..probably  it is what I do worst !!! I stress big time when I have to prepare the Thanksgiving meal and organize food.
Living on an island is very special. Oyster dressing is on most every table and the 79 degree weather makes for a great day at the beach. I  feel extremely  blessed ..... Great weather and we have been invited out to Thanksgiving Dinner . HURRAH

 

Foster in his Prime !!!

I found the photo of Foster and Lucky. Doug Keister and Brian Coleman wrote the COTTAGES book that features several of the Jane Coslick Cottages .
Doug took this photo after many cookie bribes. Foster was so great and I appreciate all of the kind comments you all wrote on that post. I love this photo because his beautiful white paws with "buttons" spots that made him look like he was wearing old fashion spats

 

I left the beach to go to the beach

This is where I ran to when I ran away from home.. to a beach. My friend (from college) has a house so I took 23 3/4 hours off to visit her. We rode bikes "fast as the wind" and sat on the porch and watch the moon come up ...and we talked and we talked and we talked...and we laughed about our lives and the people who have passed thru it.
I live at the beach but I had to go to the beach... to realize what matters the most.

"Running Away from Home"

It could be running away in your head, or running away on your pink bike for three hours, or going to see a friend who you have known since college .  Visiting old Friends or spending time with new friends. ..is good for your soul. Sometimes clearing your mind and listening to your heart is the best "attitude adjustment" .
These wonderful photos were taken a few days ago on Back River ( On Tybee Island) by a friend . .