Wednesday, March 25, 2009

Garden Sheds


Like all gardeners, I too dream of a potting place to call my own, a garden shed to house the tools, the pots, bags of soil and what nots that seem to collect each year. I vision a rustic shack made from salvaged and rescued materials, alot of windows for sunlight and a cozy corner to rest with a glass of iced tea. This would be my spot, my corner of the garden to plan, research and relax from all weeding.

It doesn't have to be modern, I prefer it not to be. I'm a big fan of recycle, reuse and my local ReStore where I can find much of the materials cheap plus it allows me to get creative. I've seen a whole greenhouse made out of old windows, sheds from chicken coops, even a old school bus transformed into a hip gardening shop, so the possibilities are endless with a little thought.

This is our first spring in our new house, with 2 acres that has never really been landscaped. A garden used to exist but you can't tell now so we are starting from scratch, a blank canvas to play with. I'm excited! A garden shed is a must, it will free up room in the garage and placed near the garden, will save time. So, I'm on the hunt for used materials, a old wash tub, tons of windows and old barn wood for that rustic feeling I love so much. My garden shed won't look like the photo above, but instead, will show off my devotion to gardening, organization and love of shabby chic decorating. Hey, a girl has to have some frills and lace, no matter the space!

6 notes from farmstead friends...:

Farmer Jen said...

I have always wanted a garden/potting shed of my own. I have a potting bench but no shed to house it. Your ideas have inspired me. Thanks.

Joy said...

It looks like a doll house. I would love to have something like this in our yard. My dh is a big gardener.

No1sRed said...

Came here from Harbor Hon's blog - she's my sister! Honestly - if I had a shed that was like the one in your picture I'd have to use it as a spare "hide-away" room for myself and put the poor little potting plants outside. That shed looks quite inviting!

Anne Marie said...

I converted my garage into my "summer house" and love it!

Geanina Codita said...

Thanks for the pictures are superb. So long and do not forget you are welcome anytime on geaninacodita.blogspot.com

Tina- said...

I hope you get to build a darling garden shed real soon..one that suits you perfectly.;0) hoping you have a lovely week. I have been away from blog visiting for far too long..wanted to stop by and say "hello".
hugs, Tina