Wednesday, March 9, 2016

Plum Cottage Paint Party

Good afternoon Friends ~ I've finally finished editing photos from Saturday. I am so thankful for the loving hearts and helping hands of some of my church family.

Gutter cleaning and sanding happened first. 
Click on photos for a large view.


 

Painting away.



Love the photo below of the little one (3 1/2 years young) helping with her pregnant Mommy.
















Photo collage below by Ann G. She took photos of artsy scenes that she liked.








One Happy FlowerLady ~ I was painting around the water pipes for our outdoor shower. :-) 
That's it for now. Thank you all for your kind comments. I feel truly blessed. 

Photo below taken by our pastor, David.


39 comments:

Denise said...

awesome, love the color.

Gardener on Sherlock Street said...

What a transformation. Nice to have so many come help. Enjoy your beautiful home.

Ruth Hiebert said...

Plum Cottage must be an even happier place now.It wasn't just paint that went on those walls,but a lot of love went right along with it.

Kit said...

It looks so beautiful, and so do you! Hugs, Kit

Cheryl said...

Wow, Lorraine!! What a kind and beautiful gift!! And how positively charming is Plum Cottage in her new attire!!

Rebecca said...

My remaining wish? To see those artsy scenes up close and personal! It must have been a WONderful day - and looking at the Cottage now can remind you of the friends who surround you and care for you ♥

crafty cat corner said...

I'm overwhelmed, so many lovely people.

Buttons Thoughts said...

You look so happy and the work is beautiful Love your helpers. Take care HUGS B

Deb @ Frugal Little Bungalow said...

It looks wonderful and to think of all of those people pitching in...warms the heart.

Rue said...

I love the look of pure joy on your face, my sweet friend. It looks beautiful on you and you're glowing. So is Plum Cottage :)

hugs to you,
rue

Debbie Harris said...

Beautiful, just beautiful, Lorraine!
What a blessing to see the love of your church family pitching in to help you, God is certainly glorified.
Your little Plum cottage is precious.
By the way,I wanted to tell you that those cards you gave me with the heart I purchased are so gorgeous. I know they must be from your very own garden, thank you.
Have a beautiful and blessed day~
Debbie

Susan said...

What a wonderful bunch of people!!! Your home looks so fresh and new.

Betty said...

I am so happy to see all the people that are helping you from the young to the old, women and men. It is a joy to see people helping each other. Your cottage and garden looks so magical, alittle piece of heaven.

Debbie Harris said...

Beautiful, just beautiful, Lorraine!
What a blessing to see the love of your church family pitching in to help you, God is certainly glorified.
Your little Plum cottage is precious.
By the way,I wanted to tell you that those cards you gave me with the heart I purchased are so gorgeous. I know they must be from your very own garden, thank you.
Have a beautiful and blessed day~
Debbie

RockWhisperer said...

Wow, it looks like everyone got a lot done and had some fun besides. It's a win-win! Everytime you look at Plum Cottage, it will be one more joyful thing to think about added to the memories you already have stored. Congrats to all. Aren't Church Families WONDERFUL???? Hugs xoxoxo

Janneke said...

So many helping hands and you are looking so happy!
Great!!!

Darcie said...

Because I've been missing in action on my computer lately I had to go back and read all your previous post. I was moved to tears thinking of all the outpouring of love for you!!! Your Plum Cottage looks beautiful, it looks alive, it looks like happiness, it looks like a place where a heart of gold would reside. So happy for you my friend!!!

Debbie - Mountain Mama said...

I absolutely love that color! Your plum cottage is too cute for words - such character! I'd love to wander around your little compound and would probably find a billion things to photograph!!

Maryann said...

Oh my goodness, I just love it, such a beautiful color. It does my heart good to see all those helping hands, what a blessing. I just love the family of God. Enjoy!

Deborah Montgomery said...

I just love the color! Plum Cottage looks wonderful, thanks to all your friends. What a blessing. And so good to see your happy, beautiful smile. xo Deborah

Janice said...


How exciting to see it all come together, you must be so pleased. Love in action...your church family must be a lovely group of folks._Janice

Celestina Marie said...

Love the color!! Looks like a great party and much accomplished. Such a blessing. Great photos of the fun and the wonderful folks who helped. Your Plum Cottage is so charming!! Have a nice weekend. xo

BeachGypsy said...

Oh. My.gosh. """" i absolutely love it!!! Looks so great! What a pretty color!

Cathy @ My 1929 Charmer said...

What a beautiful color...and totally fits you plum cottage! It looked like you had so many great helpers. You must be happy to know you are so loved and all that loved helped you finish.

Joy Junktion said...

I'm so happy for you, that this project is complete!! The color is delightful and certainly make Plum Cottage beautiful! Many Blessings, Cindy xo

Karen @ Beatrice Euphemie said...

This redeems my faith in mankind, Lorraine! Everything looks wonderful! Such kind people....Love your smile :) xx K

lil red hen said...

What wonderful friends to help you this way, and the end results are so pretty. I especially like the artsy photos!

Unknown said...

Rainey, Weather you're driving up to your beautiful "Plum Cottage" or walking around your wonderful garden, you'll never forget the love. Your East Coast family brought your beautiful home back to life. I am so happy for you. Gentle Hugs, my Friend.

Deb J. in Utah said...

I love all the great helpers and the color of your home is just perfect! It suits you to a "T." Serving and helping others - that's what it's all about. What a blessing! Have a great weekend!

Jessica Jarrell said...

It looks beautiful! I can't tell you how much I love that color! I'm thinking I need a shed or something in that color now :-)

Have a great weekend!

Mommybraintv said...

Wow!! What a transformation!

gld said...

You picked the perfect color for your cottage. How beautiful it now looks. I would say you have found a wonderful church family. Blessing on them all!

Yesteryear Embroideries said...

How very sweet and loving of all of those to help you. It looks wonderful! Love your photo of you!

Leslie Kimel said...

Your house looks beautiful, and the party looks like a lot of fun. What a nice church you belong to!

Corner Gardener Sue said...

What a blessing to have that done! I love the color! It was fun to see the photo of you and your smile. It was cool to see the photos taken by one of your friends. I like to see photos others take of my garden too. It's fun to see things from their perspectives.

Julie said...

You look so pretty with your long hair! I've let mine grow out, but I'm always afraid to let it be down...and you are an inspiration to me! The cottage looks fabulous!!!!

A Joyful Cottage said...

I enjoyed seeing these photos, Rainey. It's so wonderful that they all came out and worked together, even the children were involved. Love that! Plum Cottage looks great! Hugs, Nancy

sweetbay said...

So happy that you got help with your hous. The paint job looks beautiful!

Stephanie said...

What a blessing to have so many come and help you - I'm sure it was a delightful day filled with sweet fellowship :)

The colors looks simply lovely and so refreshing! Happy weekend. Hugs!