Paint....Say it aint' so....



I hate to admit this but I think I am going to have to paint! Gasp....! I know what some of you {misty} may be thinking....again! My walls look a bit yellow to me. Crazy?


Also ...some of you may have noticed, I took down the ads and closed the etsy. It's just you and me now. Why? I will explain soon but for now I am going to just enjoy blogging like in the good old days.  Painting walls and making stuff . Showing all of you how to make it too! I think I find the most joy out of showing all of you how to do it yourself and keeping your pennies at home. I have some neat ideas planned ahead and I cant wait to share them with all of you. I think this will be a great place to share ideas and so much more....no money needed! Whewwww....dont those three words sound great at a time like this. See ya soon~
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67 comments:

  1. UnknownDecember 27, 2009

    i can totally understand. doing it all is difficult. i closed my etsy shop for a week and it was so nice not to worry about it. have fun!

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  2. MelanieDecember 27, 2009

    Can't wait to see what you have in store for us. I am in the same boat as you...painting. We just moved in and had a painter paint most of the house but there are a few rooms that are in need of something other than bone color.

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  3. KristenDecember 27, 2009

    The walls don't look yellow in the photo but I'm sure in person it looks different. That sort of thing drives me crazy! Can't wait to see what you have in store (no pun intended) around here!

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  4. BDecember 27, 2009

    Cool! I love all the beautiful stuff you create; can't wait til you show me how :O)

    B x

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  5. AnonymousDecember 27, 2009

    I just might paint along with you this week, Susie!

    Nate

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  6. Lisa@Pickles and CheeseDecember 27, 2009

    I have big painting plans for the new year myself. Looking forward to seeing what paint colors you choose and extra excited to see what projects you have in store!!

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  7. trishDecember 27, 2009

    Hi Susie.
    I look forward to your ideas, as you share them. :o) I feel like I understand about Etsy. When my time ran out, I just left it alone and took the button off of my blog. I was afraid that others may think I wanted their patronage over their friendships.
    I hope that you have a lovely New Years!
    BTW ... one of my clients is from New Orleans and she began telling me about the bonfires on Christmas eve. I remember seeing your pictures and reading about it and finally the dots connected! :o)
    What a fun tradition!!
    Sincerely ~ Tricia Anne

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  8. Pat@Back Porch MusingsDecember 27, 2009

    I haven't noticed our dining room walls yellowing (sw interesting aqua), but the bathroom walls at the lake, painted in the same color, are beginning to have a bit of off color to them. I'm going to show the walls to J next time we're there. He doesn't "see" those things like I do LOL! We may need to do something with those walls. But, like I said, the dining room is fine. Same paint, same mix, different rooms.

    Looking forward to seeing what ideas you have up your sleeve.

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  9. CherylDecember 27, 2009

    Looking forward to seeing what you have up your sleeve. I have never had an etsy shop, but I am sure it is a lot of work.

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  10. Lettered CottageDecember 27, 2009

    Hey Susie Bloop!

    I hope you and the family had a wonderful Christmas!

    And I really hope you'll come hang out with me in February!

    Layla

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  11. Runner MomDecember 27, 2009

    I love all of your precious ideas. You are such a sweetie. Hope you had a blessed Christmas.
    Love ya,
    Susan

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  12. stefanieDecember 27, 2009

    it must be the upcoming new year...I have lots of paint paper samples...I don't need to paint...I just feel the urge..good luck

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  13. vintage girl at heartDecember 27, 2009

    Yay for gettin' back to basics.. that is my mantra for 2010!!!
    Cannot wait to see what you do next!!

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  14. JamieDecember 27, 2009

    Completely understandable. Life can be so fast paced that we forget to sto and smell the roses. Look forward to seeing what you have in store.

    ~Jamie

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  15. Dana @ SweetThingsDecember 27, 2009

    Susie,
    Thank you for remaining true to what you love and who you truly are. I enjoy reading your blog everyday because you are so REAL. I feel everyime i read your blog, I'm listening to a good ole friend or family member. You make blogging so much fun. :) Your the best!!!!!!!

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  16. southerninspirationDecember 27, 2009

    Happy New year....do what works for you, but sharing with us is what works for us! :)....so looking forward to your blogging your ideas!

    Suzanne

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  17. UnknownDecember 27, 2009

    making + no money needed + susie= yahoo, I can hardly wait. Show me the way!

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  18. SuzannDecember 27, 2009

    Make things simpler! Love it.

    Painting? Love that too.

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  19. AuntSuzeDecember 27, 2009

    Oh no! I loved your pieces so much.
    But can understand all the work and probably needing a much deserved break. Can't wait to see all your cool new ideas.

    Thanks again for my great needlework sign and my favorite number sign.

    Happy New Year!!

    Susan

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  20. It's Always Something Around HereDecember 27, 2009

    Hope you had a nice Christmas. I look forward to seeing you painting and all that you have to share.

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  21. The Whispering Creek HouseDecember 27, 2009

    hey im glad its you and me! LOL Cant wait to share idea with you too!

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  22. Tote, Debby, Sammy and Caleb JimenezDecember 27, 2009

    Can't wait to see what you have up your sleeves! I just love all of your projects and tips!
    I especially love how real you are! It's really refreshing!! I love that you're willing to pull the ads for a bit. Not that I have a problem with them, but I think it's really cool that you also just enjoy blogging. I don't know if that bad any sense (just put the kids down 2 minutes ago and my brain is fried!) =) but I just really appreciate your approach to blogging and willingness to do it for free for all of us who really NEED someone to "be creative for us"! =)
    I hope you had a wonderful Christmas with your family!

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  23. Nancy HoodDecember 27, 2009

    Your home looks fine :) but things like that drive me cr-a-zy!!! AND if you come to Layla's in February I want to pop in and meet you!! I would consider it right up there with royalty!! WhooHoo!!!

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  24. LuLuDecember 27, 2009

    I look forward to all you have to share!
    xo,
    LuLu

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  25. Six divided by two.....December 27, 2009

    I can't wait to see your new paint job. I hope you and your family had a Merry Christmas.

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  26. AnonymousDecember 27, 2009

    OOOOH susie.. thank you thank you thank you..


    One very big quesiton here that's really important.. is that the paint brand you used on the walls.. and what is the color of the paint???

    Hubs is off this week.. me thinks I've got a project for him to do!!

    Love you darling!

    ~Olivia

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  27. AnonymousDecember 27, 2009

    hey susie! i hope you had a wonderful christmas! i cant wait to see all your fun projects! xo

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  28. AnonymousDecember 27, 2009

    I'm going to be painting too. I have wanted to paint my kitchen cabinets for a year now, and I'm working up the nerve to start on it. Can't wait to see what you have planned.
    ~Angie~

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  29. Melissa MillerDecember 27, 2009

    What a beautiful blue paint color you have now. I can't wait to see all of your new projects you have planned. Fun!

    Happy New Year! ~Melissa :)

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  30. Jen~ Lipstick and LaundryDecember 27, 2009

    I don't think you are crazy... It's called D.A.D.D. {Decorators}...
    and I completely understand about the shop and add thing, I have purposely not put adds on my blog and I took my shop off after Halloween... I notice that several blogs are going {commercial} and loosing their flavor if you will... Thanks for keeping your spice!

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  31. Michelle, All Home and LoveDecember 27, 2009

    Painting is fun, yay!
    I don't blame you for simplifying, I feel a bit the same right now as well. I think we all get that way as we begin a new year. I did so much organizing today, it felt good!
    ~Michelle

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  32. ~ ReganDecember 27, 2009

    Can't wait to see what projects you have lined up!! Your site is always inspiring~

    Hope you and your family all had a wonderful Christmas, and a great New Years!

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  33. Amanda @ Serenity NowDecember 27, 2009

    I think your walls look great already, Susie, but I know you'll come up with something fabulous. I love love love your blog. :) I understand why you felt the need to close etsy...it must have taken an awful lot of extra time!!! :)

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  34. UnknownDecember 27, 2009

    I had to take a break from blogging for a few months but am SO glad to be back, and am excited to once again work on my home. I can't wait to see what you will share! Thank you for being true to yourself.

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  35. Lemonade Makin' MamaDecember 28, 2009

    Girl,
    My man is a sales rep for Sherwin Williams! He says, (standing over me right this minute) that he recommends a product called Cashmere low lustre- because it goes on easy, has a fantastic finish appearance, and has a lifetime guarantee.

    And he would know. :)

    Blessings and Happy Painting!
    Sasha

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  36. hi-dDecember 28, 2009

    Looking forward to seeing all of your fabulous creations!

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  37. Kelly O.December 28, 2009

    it's hard to have an opinion about your walls--but if they look yellow to you and you don't like yellow then you may have to paint :)

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  38. Empty Nest Full LifeDecember 28, 2009

    Looking forward to this new year. Personally for me, all of the advertising on blogs is distracting. I love that you are getting back to the basics, and I need to do a lot of creating here at home with very little cost. Can't wait to do some fun projects with you. Hope you had a very, Merry Christmas, and a wonderful new year! I am interested to know what you decide on a trim color, because I am wanting to paint trim. I don't want it to be stark white, but I definitely don't want it to look yellow. Have a wonderful week! Jackie

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  39. welltraveledDecember 28, 2009

    Good idea..What happens when you are making things to SELL is that you are not being true to your own creative self..
    I am an artist and have decided not to do any more commission work of dogs and portraits of children and wow I am doing some of my best work ever.

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  40. HeatherbellDecember 28, 2009

    Although I'll be sad not to have anymore "Susie originals" in my house - I have created for other people before, and creating for yourself is WAY more fun! Enjoy everything you have planned for the new year - especially your precious little cottage! I love everything Susie!!!!

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  41. Melissa MillerDecember 28, 2009

    Thanks Susie! I'm definitly a clean fanatic...He!

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  42. AnonymousDecember 28, 2009

    It sounds like "simplyfying" is in your future:)

    Hugs,
    LeAnn:)

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  43. denise a.December 28, 2009

    I am looking for a similar blue/grey color that you have painted above the chair rail. Would you mind sharing the brand and the color name?

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  44. AnonymousDecember 28, 2009

    you have my attention!! I will be right there with you. I understand about the yellowing.....I was really looking at all of my woodwork during Christmas.....ughhhh looking a little dingy....

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  45. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasDecember 28, 2009

    I think simplicity just appeals to me these days! I yearn for it actually....so I totally understand.

    I want to paint my kitchen cabinets, so I am trying to get motivated!!

    Lou Cinda :)

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  46. Amanda @ Serenity NowDecember 28, 2009

    Thanks for the visit, dahling...wasn't sure if I should place your link as "Susie Harris" or "Bienvenue."

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  47. HeathahleeDecember 28, 2009

    I can hardly wait to see what you have up your sleeve. Sound man and I already want to re-create your cathedral window. Except now I want to do it as a half-moon window. I have wanted one of those forever, even to the point of making my husband turn around in pouring rain to check on one that was at the side of the road, only to find it was aluminum and $20. Nope...only wooden ones for me. So, we will make one! Thanks for the inspiration!

    OH! I can't believe I almost forgot! I LOOOOOOVE my name sign!!!! LOVE IT! You should have heard me squeal Christmas morning when I opened it! Sound Man did good! : )

    I'm writing a post about it as I type, so check back on my blog soon.

    Love you, girlie!

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  48. KellyeDecember 28, 2009

    Hi Susie! I just came across your blog and must say that I LOVE all your pics and am very excited to find another blogger from Louisiana. i very rarely come across any. I am born and raised and still living in Baton Rouge, so Hi Neighbor!!

    Thanks for all of the awesome pics of your house. I am officially now in awe!!

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  49. DebDecember 28, 2009

    Susie--can you tell me what your current bottom color is? I'm looking for a whitish-yellow to go with my green similar to your blue. Thanks. Deb, aswewalk at comcast dot net.

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  50. DarleneDecember 28, 2009

    Your walls look lovely to me but I know how much you love to re-do your paint colors. I can't wait to see what you will be sharing with us. Hope you and your family had a very Merry Christmas.♥

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  51. Faded PlainsDecember 28, 2009

    I hear ya about the painting...I'm kind of a painting nut at my house. Whew...I'm glad I bought my stockings from you before you closed your shop (add sad face here)...cuz I lov'em...but I gotta say...I'm really excited to see what projects your gonna share with us...I'm always looking for new ideas.

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  52. CherylDecember 29, 2009

    Hi Susie!
    Thanks for stopping by the ole blog. Wishing you and your family a safe and Happy New Year!

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  53. Brenda PruittDecember 29, 2009

    We absolutely can't do it all and have a life. I've thought of Etsy. I love Etsy and shopping there. But I love blogging, and like to keep it simple. Whatever you do, you will do it quite well, my talented blogging friend!
    Brenda

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  54. KimDecember 29, 2009

    what color is that wall color!?!?!

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  55. MelanieDecember 30, 2009

    I couldn't get your last post to come up so I just will comment here. I went to Kelly's blog and read what she said. I just started my blog to keep my family & friends up to date on our lives since we moved so far away from home. I understand that once your blog gets big, it because a job. Sometimes I think I should be posting more because I want to keep the few followers that I have but then I remember that I am not trying to be as big as Pioneer Woman. It is a great way to meet people and make friends online. That is another reason I wanted to blog. I hope that you feel better about your decision and I can't wait to see what you have for us in the New Year.

    Mel

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  56. The Pleasures of HomemakingDecember 30, 2009

    Well that's good to hear! I personally don't like all the ads on people's blogs and posts everyday about nothing really. I'm looking forward to what you have to share because you always have such creative ideas!

    Wishing you and your family a Happy and Healthy New Year.

    Hugs,

    Manuela

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  57. AnnaJanuary 03, 2010

    Ohhh I should have book marked, can you atleast post your etsy site here for those that want to save it??

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