This guy came to Park View and left a lasting mark.
Upbeat, diligent, hard working, and reasonably priced Joe was a dream come true. We’re beyond grateful for the beautiful impact he’s made in our home.
Our Portsoy cottage is still a work in progress, but here’s a peak at what a bit of color can do not only for our walls, but for making it feel like my home.
Our bedroom is warmer in color. My childhood dresser is a delightful improvement over the cardboard box night stand and next to that is my Grandmother’s chair. We didn’t bring much to Scotland, but what we did bring is precious.
The entry way and hall are still light and bright, but with just a hint of color. It feels less institutional, and sets off our new auction furniture so well.
Joe was worried the living room would be too dark, but we love, love, love it.
Almost everything is from the auction.
If you are very old (and dear) friends and family, you’ll recognize the hunting prints on the wall. Wedding presents to my Uncle & Aunt and to my Father & Mother. Who would have ever guessed that some day they would be hanging in my home in Scotland.
The color yellow has been growing all around us! Gorse is everywhere. I’m told the bees love it, but nothing else eats it.
…and it has thorns. It grows all over the hill sides.
Oilseed Rape is a bright yellow flower that has me completely dazzled. According to Wikipedia “Rapeseed is the third-largest source of vegetable oil and the second-largest source of protein meal in the world.” I just think its brilliant yellow completely stunning.
…and it is hard to give you a proper perspective with my meager iPhone photos.
Yellow flowering plants seem to thrive here. There’s even a nearby field of dandelions. (I’m glad they’re not mine.)
Last week we chatted with folks walking by the garden, because everyone is friendly. As this was our second ‘chat’, I asked if they were gardeners and invited them to inform me on what were weeds or flowers in our mystery garden bed. After my education, only 1/3 of the plants remain.
I’ve also learned that if I take a picture with my iPhone and then click on the ‘i’ below the photo, it will tell me what plant it is. Excellent tool and I take it ‘back’, my iPhone is not always meager.
Yellow is not the only thing that grows so well in Scotland.
Bluebells (confirmed by iPhone) pop up along the walking trails.
…and in this colorful world we are blessed.
Your home is looking so cozy and warm with your choice of paint colors along with the wonderful antique furnishings. I am really enjoying seeing your home come alive.
Thank you so much. It feels much more like ‘our’ home now.
I love the color in the living room. I just painted a wall in my living room that same color. You have good taste!
We DO have good taste! Thank you so much, I sure could use one of your hugs!
xx
LOve the colors you’ve chosen for your rooms, especially the sage green living room. And what do I see on the livingroom ceiling?? Above the wainscoting? Some white pattern? Love that too! I guess spring has come to your part of the world, in vibrant yellows and purples. Keep the photos and experiences coming!
Thank you my dear artful friend! The ceiling is amazing along with the coving, which is why we needed COLOR! I’m not sure, but I think the ceiling is a product called printable wallpaper. In these very old stone houses, it helps to cover old plaster etc, is what I think. Cool isn’t it?
So grateful for your messages.
xx
Love love love the colorful touches to your cozy Scottish home! Lisa said she’s already been there for a delightful visit! How fun is that?!! Love you Birthday Buddy and Pat💕
So great to hear from you, my Birthday Buddy, much love and thanks .
I love watching you settle in to your new home and new town! It’s looking beautiful!
Thank you so much Dear John,
so different all around, but beginning to feel like my home, especially when I got to start sewing for the new baby.
Your home is beautiful! Love all the flowers outside!
Thanks Heather,
So different and then so many flowers for the gardens are similar to So. California! What a surprise.
I love getting these delightful posts from you Ellen! Your home is beautiful and I am enchanted with the ceiling in your living room. I’m so happy you and Pat are enjoying your new home in Scotland. Love you!
Much love to you, Les. Thank you so much for following along, keeps us close. I too, love our high ceiling with the molding and am so happy it all shows off now that the green exposes it. Makes it cozy too, a must.
zl