tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post2905666802698647169..comments2024-03-17T05:43:47.360-07:00Comments on Gwen Moss: Are you a good creative?Leslie Harrishttp://www.blogger.com/profile/06367872267145012395noreply@blogger.comBlogger18125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-44911785305703320392014-08-16T20:11:49.524-07:002014-08-16T20:11:49.524-07:00This post was fascinating! And all the photos in ...This post was fascinating! And all the photos in the post were definitely inspiring. As far as what I'm working on right now, the first would be having a successful school year with my new students. (School starts for them this week.) The other non-job related projects would be finishing my living room makeover and finishing my mom's kitchen/dining room makeover. AND I'm starting to think about house plans because we hope to build a new house within a year or so. I'm so glad I hopped over to your blog today to catch up with you. Enjoy the rest of your weekend!Pitter and Glinkhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15319142318248595961noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-3698795329354871052014-08-10T16:26:07.651-07:002014-08-10T16:26:07.651-07:00I think that some people want to make the current ...I think that some people want to make the current trends their own even if they are not truly their styles ~ am I making any sense?? I know I am late to the party here and have not read the other comments left. I love the prep stage but maybe that is the organizer ~ type A in me. The only thing I have been working on this summer is my tan ~ fall will be here before we know it so anything that has to do with inside will be done then. We have been living on the deck and loving every minute of it. xoLorihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00933214618325580791noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-82563224152704008532014-08-09T21:58:16.946-07:002014-08-09T21:58:16.946-07:00Very interesting! I've been doing a few little...Very interesting! I've been doing a few little things which mean a bit of progress for me. I have 3 pieces of furniture I'd love to paint but haven't determined colors yet. <br /><br />My daughter has great vision and creativity so it's fun to bounce ideas off her. A good friend of mine calls me for help. Funny, huh? :)<br /><br />Can't wait to see what you come up with. Loved the photos! My pulse increased when I saw the black & white and animal prints in the fabric shop.<br /><br />xo<br />PatGypsy Hearthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08776584538863129486noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-211580235231875052014-08-05T15:10:08.154-07:002014-08-05T15:10:08.154-07:00I'm percolating as usual. I want to make a sli...I'm percolating as usual. I want to make a slipcover for my couch. I've got a settee for the dining room that needs to be covered. The living room needs redoing starting with the paint (something I've been wanting to do for 2 years). I've been getting ideas for my bedroom... would you like to hear more?karen@somewhatquirkyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02772267613790523188noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-46893870883281485922014-08-02T07:41:05.121-07:002014-08-02T07:41:05.121-07:00Leslie dear-I caught this post earlier and couldn&...Leslie dear-I caught this post earlier and couldn't wait to get back to my laptop to comment. You are insightful and wise in sharing the inner workings of this process of creativity. I don't think I've ever seen the steps laid out in this way. <br />I loved seeing these pics of your exploration in LA (my old stomping ground as you know). I know it took much courage to get to your new life in your new city and it's inspiring to see your steps along this journey. You are in a phase of exploration and the sky is the limit on possibilities. Here's to the evolving blank slate into a perfect nest (trusting your gut all the way). And to connecting over wine sometime when I'm in SoCal! xxAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17032908426814046368noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-26300702319276305702014-08-01T17:48:01.033-07:002014-08-01T17:48:01.033-07:00Very interesting info about the creative process a...Very interesting info about the creative process and what a fun little tour today! I feel the same way about seeing lots of beautiful fabrics. I've always thought pretty fabric (even folded up on a shelf) was a work of art. Must be all that 'potential'? <br />I'm so happy you are planning things for your NEW HOME (!) Such an exciting time, Leslie. I'm always following along :)<br /><br />JeanetteJeanette@Creating a Life Studiohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16717273896278612876noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-88655708641036885082014-08-01T11:11:18.100-07:002014-08-01T11:11:18.100-07:00Fun post. I love the photos today.
I am working wi...Fun post. I love the photos today.<br />I am working with my flowers. I am selling fresh cut flower arrangements from my garden. I love creating bouquets. All the fun colors and styles of flowers makes it a lot of fun.<br />Thank you for this fun post.<br />Carla<br /><br /><br />Carla from The Riverhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12107829617899979937noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-25570520440831789692014-08-01T10:26:58.141-07:002014-08-01T10:26:58.141-07:00I love this post Leslie! And I love the quote bec...I love this post Leslie! And I love the quote because life really is too short... Right now I am stuck in the incubation period in my kitchen. But with the kids home for the summer, I don't think I will have time to break out of that stage for awhile. You got me thinking though and I have a feeling I will be revisiting your post for inspiration a few more times. Hope all is well with you dear!<br />-ShelleyCalypso In The Countryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10264873052810117169noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-25070074536161182842014-08-01T06:31:15.646-07:002014-08-01T06:31:15.646-07:00Leslie, what an interesting article and post! I ha...Leslie, what an interesting article and post! I have never considered myself creative/artistic but after reading this perhaps I am.<br /><br />I cannot wait to see what you purchased for your new projects. I am sure that all of the ideas spinning in your head are wonderful and how lucky we are that we get to see them as you work on them!<br /><br />Enjoy your weekend!Elizabeth@pineconesandacornshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01850660456095217861noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-74473226022325254852014-07-31T13:52:29.666-07:002014-07-31T13:52:29.666-07:00Leslie,
I'm in a creativity drought right now....Leslie,<br />I'm in a creativity drought right now. My hope is that once the promise of autumn shows itself I'll be better. Maybe this article will help! :-) I do know that with age I've grown accustomed to what I really love and find myself less of a follower of ideas for a completely different style and direction. It's sort of a relief to be comfortable with what you love (design wise) no matter what. <br />Great post. I need to take a field trip to L.A.<br />KarenKarenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08064699521293763744noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-6072052504663742312014-07-31T12:36:19.121-07:002014-07-31T12:36:19.121-07:00I knew we were soulmates! I really don't like ...I knew we were soulmates! I really don't like beer but I love Blue Moon!! Now if I can just follow those steps...cindy hattersley designhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16147135323683353754noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-24804956663918105862014-07-30T20:43:44.439-07:002014-07-30T20:43:44.439-07:00I love this post, Leslie...just reading about the ...I love this post, Leslie...just reading about the creative process excites me. I am always doing several projects...but tonight I am right in the middle of the creative process on a wicker tray re-do. That stenciled floor is gorgeous...even if it does get worn. I think I feel another project coming up lol...Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12090973681675943970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-25275564656097708262014-07-30T20:01:05.466-07:002014-07-30T20:01:05.466-07:00As always, you've written an interesting and i...As always, you've written an interesting and insightful post. I have to read the article.<br /><br />I hear you on the second guessing...I do that all the time. I don't trust my hunches and tend to dismiss them before I let them play out in my head or on paper, whatever. I've learned a lot by working and just observing my daughter, the Interior Designer. She jumps in not only having an idea, but with ways to expand on it to make it very unique. <br /><br />I'm going to be changing my very small den from a formal sort of room filled with uncomfortable, stiff furniture and tons of messy bookshelves, to a casual cozy sitting room. I have to rip down outdated wallpaper and come up with something different for the walls. I am going to try to sell the furniture. I have to pick out new stuff, accessories, curtains and a new downsized place for my books. Honestly, I haven't given it more than a few general thoughts as I plan to get started after the summer season and my outdoor time slows down.<br /><br />BTW, have you shared anything about your new house? I have bee MIA with all of my summer stuff.<br /><br />Hope you are all well and good!<br /><br />Jane xxBlondie's Journalhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12988377413260331618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-27487695995833887552014-07-30T19:10:18.439-07:002014-07-30T19:10:18.439-07:00That's an awesome husband who parks and waits....That's an awesome husband who parks and waits. Love Diamond Foam. Michael Levine is good for slipcover materials.<br /><br />My brain is always working...but I just don't want to spend any money. Good to have clients right now :)Mary Ann Picketthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11885030768216528362noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-11722677213421320542014-07-30T18:43:58.890-07:002014-07-30T18:43:58.890-07:00Life is too short and you're too old to keep u...Life is too short and you're too old to keep underestimating yourself - oh my, I must remember that!!! ... I'm actually feeling a bit inundated with projects at the moment. Besides the business related projects that never end, I feel like it's time to give my home a bit of a refresh - new paint, new window treatments, some new slipcovers and some statement lighting. It's kind of the old domino effect - one thing just naturally leads to another! ... And gosh Leslie, I really want to go shopping with you!Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.https://www.blogger.com/profile/14197078418514604572noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-88405246664888834572014-07-30T18:30:35.231-07:002014-07-30T18:30:35.231-07:00Such a wonderful post my dear! I think you, and t...Such a wonderful post my dear! I think you, and the author, explained the magic … that is creativity beautifully! Especially by reiterating … we All are creative … some of us just practice it more!<br /><br />Thank you for sharing such an uplifting topic, so beautifully!<br /><br />xoxo<br />TameraTamera Beardsleyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00855427513744644731noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-74217113340672212602014-07-30T16:13:07.518-07:002014-07-30T16:13:07.518-07:00I'm afraid I've got way too many projects ...I'm afraid I've got way too many projects I'd like to tackle, so in the end I'm doing none! That's okay right now because I have a very long winter ahead of me to work on things. I like the illumination stage the best - that aha moment when it all comes together. I bought many fabric samples for our dining room curtains before I found The One. I want to visit YOUR fabric store, Leslie!! I love all the striped grain sack like fabrics in the photo! <br /><br />I love orange and I love to wear orange, so the curtains you've featured speak to me. :)<br />Vickie @ Ranger 911https://www.blogger.com/profile/12847126296813987337noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5028673509424034947.post-51906262936917141442014-07-30T15:45:00.716-07:002014-07-30T15:45:00.716-07:00Interesting post! I am actually not working on an...Interesting post! I am actually not working on any projects right now. I am in limbo with selling my home and looking for another one! I am just pinning away for new ideas for my new home hopefully soon! However, I am itching for a new project soon too!Sunflowers With Smileshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02312609081449141785noreply@blogger.com