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Join me on a thrifting adventure as I hunt for the perfect desk to transform my bedroom nook into a cosy workspace! I visited the NCBI second-hand furniture warehouse in Ballyfermot to see what I could find.
I also finish off the wallpapering in the bedroom nook, hang the curtains, and share some behind-the-scenes telly prep for my Ireland AM slot. Plus, I answer a viewer's question about content creation and why it looks so seamless.
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[@DaintyDiaries]

Here are the rose notes from the segment, I also shared a quick rose pruning video on my grid too. instagram.com/p/C3PukefMeqs/?igsh=MXJ6dXl2Y25odmRqcw==

[@janerobinson6469]

Great answer Catherine,. As you said , we all look forward to glimpses into your life, each week. We feel that you are in our home and that we know you as our friend. However, each vlog is only 35 min long, (lve heard that it takes 8-20 hours of editing work.) that leaves the rest of the week that we know nothing about. Keep your private life private. Take care of yourself and do what you enjoy or have to, in order to live comfortably. Your health is very important both mental and physical. Big hugs from the granny with a work bench in Melbourne

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thank you for the lovely message 🙏🏼

[@designdoctor247]

35:59 ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ perfect😊

[@margywright8278]

I personally don’t think it matters about the drop of the curtains, if the window is not a full length window. I can’t wait to see the Nook with the desk in place. Love watching your videos. So wholesome.xx

[@DaintyDiaries]

Can’t wait to share!!

[@juanitadejager6138]

Wow ,thank you for being honest and real about being a content creator...alot of young people do not realize the realities...I think we all forget about the editing ,rules and work behind the scenes to create wonderful video's and eventually building support and a community for a channel

[@pattarrant8820]

Oh lovely Geoff Hamilton. I used to watch him when I was a young mum and it was him that got me into gardening. I’m 73 now and still loving my garden. Love watching you as you’re into all the things I’ve enjoyed in my life and still enjoying now. Love my gardening and I run a Craft group in my local area. X

[@soniaspf9705]

Geoff died mid series of GW and strangely enough his twin brother Tony finished off the filming . Geoff was lovely person.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw no way, thanks for sharing that x

[@thejbeeful]

His garden is open to the public. Barnsdale Gardens in Rutland.

[@maureenmoran5465]

Adam frost also gardens world worked with Geoff Hamilton when he was a student.

[@georgemaxwell4984]

He was a lovely man. ❤

[@TeriHargraveartist]

He was only 59.....🙁

[@SpaceyStacy74]

I have never seen this “rose fluffing” techniques and I am amazed! Wowee! Love from Indiana!

[@DaintyDiaries]

It’s makes a difference 😍

[@suzanneharper4877]

I’ve never seen the Rose Fluffing technique either..Great tip!❤❤

[@6600Mom]

I love learning something new!🤗

[@lisalife7994]

You can also blow on them up close and they will open up.

[@loriar1027]

I'm just going to pause the video for a minute to say you have some very good insight into the job of a creator. I have a very small KZbin channel on quilting, but I've never tried to make a job of it bc it's hard to come up with ideas and it's so time-consuming to make and edit videos. So I appreciate what you do!

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw thank you so much that really means a lot to me ❤️ good luck with your quilting too! 😍

[@JolovesDecor]

My mom called me talking the sweetest things about you. She’s 75, and I think she’d adopt you. 😊😂. Love your channel.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Hahaha that’s so cute 😂🥹

[@thatswhatisaid8908]

Tell mum to hop in line, I was definitely before her! 😊

[@johnmelissaziech6207]

Your wallpaper is so pretty! The desk will look lovely there. The curtains are fine. Love to see women who aren't afraid of a challenge. I'm sure the desk will look great when you're done.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw thank you, I have a newer video showing the area x

[@ChantelleArts]

I think you answered the question well, a lot of videos on here are filmed and edited in a 'romanticising your life' kind of way so that it's relaxing to watch. I must admit though that now I've started filming vlogs myself I see them differently, every time the camera angle changes or someone walks to a different room, I know how much effort they've gone to and it's no longer relaxing haha 😂

[@angelarollason2048]

I’m old enough to have watched Geoff Hamilton on gardeners world, he was a lovely man to watch and yes unfortunately he died some years ago, I used to have the same book you bought, enjoy 🌻

[@DaintyDiaries]

So sorry to hear he passed, I must try and look back for archive footage x

[@bevwatson4369]

I have that book too, we used to love watching Geoff on tv. My Mum, Nan and I went on a coach trip to Geoff Hamilton garden, it was beautiful!

[@jaquelynmothermoon7989]

Geoff had Barnsdale Gardens close to where we used to live in Lincs. We used to visit often. He passed away in 1996 on a charity cycle ride. Barnsdale is owned by his son now and is still a good source of plants.

[@Elizabeth-jy3dj]

I love your desk and the nook. To clean your desk use 2 parts linseed oil, 2 parts turpentine and 1 part methylated spirit - the spirits clean the wood and the oil feeds it. Use 0000 fine steel wool to apply the mix and clean off with a rag.

[@janefaceinthewind6260]

The curtains are gorgeous but yes, I do get a "trousers too short" feeling. I find curtains that are slightly touching the floor or are even a tad longer give a very cosy and luxurious feeling. No scarecety. :-) Love your work!!

[@denisepike9457]

Geoff was wonderful, a proper gardener doing organic and peat free years before anyone else. I’d highly recommend the 3 dvd set available on line -Paradise Gardens, Cottage Gardens and the Ornamental Kitchen Garden 💚. Those as books are also lovely, I created my cottage garden using them 😊👍.

[@GiannaRose]

“There goes Geoff Hamilton” 😂 lol

[@pamelavans5116]

That made me burst out laughing!

[@sleepycat8887]

First I went on a journey with Mr Carrington… and now Dainty Diaries. Catherine I decided last year that any furniture needed would be wood furniture. I like something solid that will last forever and will be statement pieces, and something that will deserve a space in my home. Today’s furniture it’s no longer made the same way… I need quality 😝. It’s just plain beautiful. 😻 Thank you for the thrifting. 🎉🎉 Edit- I would be dangerously inclined to take it all 😅😅. Just soooooo gorgeous.

[@nanny8675309]

I love flaws in old furniture because it gives it a story even if you don’t know the story and that piece is so beautiful the one flaw just gives it more character. I love your channel regardless of how much or how little you share. I know how much work goes into KZbin and I’m so grateful for your dedication 😊

[@cinder8290]

I’m afraid your curtains are too short Catherine, but it probably won’t show when your beautiful desk is in place. Your little nook is lovely.

[@mariadoyle2368]

Yes, Geoff was THE garden man. always had great budget tips and projects on the go, to make gardening inclusive to everyone. He died far too soon. You should look up some of the videos on YT, though the quality will probably be quite poor, but worth the look to see the man in action.

[@suzanneharper4877]

I love how the kittens get involved in every project..😊❤

[@brendaokuda2158]

Absolutely LOVE your videos. I find them so cheerful & calming. Your personality just shines through. 💖💖💖

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aww thanks Brenda that’s so sweet ❤️

[@little_misscrafty]

Bon and Beag are growing so fast. Especially Bon, he is getting so big, and he is soooo sweet. Beag is a complete agent of mischief and chaos 🫶

[@DaintyDiaries]

😊 thank you, he is getting huge! He is the size Blondie was x

[@maureenbrophy7852]

Catherine , love the way you did the roses. Especially the way you got them to open. Great video again💐 Love m your roll top🥰

[@crowpo8756]

I've never seen that trick with the roses to fluff them, I can't wait to try!😊

[@msmonet]

If you havent already mended the desk, I would drill pocketholes to pull the crack closed. Glue the crack before pulling it together. You can also buy mending plates of metal that have screws to tighten joints. Good luck!!

[@lindapoynton9420]

Your curtains are the perfect length for behind your desk. If they were longer they will drag into dust that your bound to get behind it also they could catch onto the back of it being as it's real wood. It will look great when it's all in place Catherine x

[@Jss-ni1xb]

OMG We have similar writing desks. 😊 My desk has drawers just on 1 side though. I would prefer if it was on both. It's a family heirloom so it has extra screws to hold the top and the roll top doesn't lock anymore but I Love it. I can still close it that is my favorite thing about it. Hide the "stuff". Antique and vintage are awesome. So well made, real wood. Love the roses 🌹 too. Kittens growing up so fast😸

[@DaintyDiaries]

Wow your desk sounds amazing 😍 I love how it is a family heirloom! That makes it so so special!

[@christineh5790]

I love everything you do in your home Catherine and especially seeing you engage with your darling little ‘helpers’! They are so cute and cuddly that I’m sure it must be hard to keep your mind on the job when they are around.😅🐈‍⬛🥰

[@alexandrareynolds6493]

I used to watch Geoff😢 Hamilton with my grandparents he was lovely. I did see him from a far at the Birmingham gardeners world a very long time ago. I had that book too but think I charity shopped it in a purge

[@ameliagfawkes512]

LOL when you held up the first book. It's sitting on a bookshelf behind me. It's kind of old-fashioned now and I don't know anyone who does double-digging these days, but it's a lovely book and has some good stuff in it. It was originally £25.

[@lisanetgark415]

I use a Leaf Blower when I clean my car out. The leaf blower gets rid of all of the dust and itty bitty bits that are in hard to reach places. The roof of the car are also caked in dust.

[@thatswhatisaid8908]

KZbin is social media. That's why many people only present the highlight reel. I love how you keep it real, and we can learn from your flubs.

[@lorraineniess116]

Hi Catherine!.... I can't help but to think about Blondi and Pepsi, when I see your to new kitties. They are so beautiful, and I love your new furniture hun.

[@DaintyDiaries]

🤗

[@maryohare4141]

I inherited an oak rolltop desk very similar to the one you purchased. An elderly friend left it to me. It is from mid-1800s and belonged to a bank president. It was sold to my friend's father during American Great Depression in 1929 because a run on the bank caused it to close. There is a secret locking mechanism in the back of the first top drawer so once rolltop is shut, all the drawers are locked too. . There is a slot in the side of desk and it was used when desk was locked. If deposit/payment checks came in after banker had left...the teller dropped envelopes with checks inside into the desk slot, so banker could process deposits/payments early next morning. I love finding antique furniture...always looking for little hiding parts in these wonderfull crafted pieces too. You might want to build a little secret compartment in your desk! Sometimes it is a false drawer bottom that can be pulled up by a sliver of string or ribbon thumbtacked to hidden side of false drawer bottom. Other ideas are a butterfly hinged opening in back of drawer as a hidden cubby hole slot. OR a square back leg that has a hinged side where you hide a roll of money or precious jewelry lol! Love the intrigue of it all. My grandmother left me a Victorian marble top parlor table...it had a hidden shelf and I kept a handgun there while living alone in a rather dangerous part of the city. It sat in my apartment entrance hall with a vase of flowers on it lol...lovely, but not fragile girly ....that' decribes my table...and ME lol! (P.S. you could let your litlle niece leave "secret notes" to the fairies in a desk cubbyhole with a secret "fairy door"...and let her find a tiny trinket, minature dollhouse china cup or silver tray, etc when she looks to see if the fairies responded to her lovely note, picture etc.

[@odemonet]

I love watching you! The desk is beautiful and I also love to buy pieces that need work because I like a good challenge and when you accomplish it, it is such a good feeling!

[@DaintyDiaries]

Definitely 😍 and it’s so satisfying isn’t it!

[@ferganwalker]

Hi Catherine, the wallpapered nook looks very enchanting. Can't wait to see you repair the writing desk and see it situated within the nook. Love seeing the cats in your vlogs, just endearing x

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aww thank you, they are a handful but the best helpers 😆

[@Maggie-Gardener-Maker]

I look forward to seeing the furniture piece you had delivered, how you repair and especially to see how the fur babies like sitting on it to look out the window. As for the response you gave about creators seeming seamless, you did such a good job explaining that topic from your own perspective especially showing how when things don't go as planned you just make it work like when you got the other roses for your job on tv even though what you planned went wonky. That is definitely a wonderful example of turning lemons into lemonade. We creators all have different reasons for creating, I started out just to document my journey to share with family and friends, that is still what I do and if anyone else wants to follow along that is fun and I welcome that.

[@wendyduncan9084]

I started refinishing and repairing antiques with my mother when I was 12. So it’s been many moons. I suggest that you use clamps to pull the wood together. After a dry fit you can use glue to secure it and use metal flat brackets for extra support underneath. Just make sure your screws are short and won’t pop through. It is a beautiful piece. Charming just like you. 💚

[@DaintyDiaries]

Great tip! Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@helengesell2668]

I love the length of the curtains! I am not a fan of "pooling"- they get in the way of sweeping and cleaning. And i find they get dirtier faster.

[@suebell3677]

Geoff Hamilton would have been a favourite of yours, whereas most gardeners buy things he would try and make them. he created lots of small gardens with a theme, for example a cottage Garden but they were all individual and fenced off. You can still see them at Barnsdale in Rutland, which is near where I live and it's worth a visit if ever you come to England. Do watch some of his old videos If you ever get time, he was so inventive, and his passion for gardening was catching!

[@whatserinupto]

I love those books, I have them both. Sadly Geoff left us 1996. He was brilliant ❤

[@suekey1903]

Me and my husband had just bought our first house with a massive garden we had an allotment that backed onto it… the only thing was I knew nothing about gardening and Derek could only grow vegetables 😅 Geoff Hamilton was our oracle 50 years later I still quote him to myself… my favourite one being if you walk on your border and you walk off two inches taller it’s too wet to garden so go in the shed and sort out your seeds… sadly I’ve been a widow for over 17 years my girls are both married and I have 8 grandsons so I just potter in my much smaller garden and have to ask for help more than I want to… any way a long way of saying trust Geoff he won’t let you down 😀

[@DaintyDiaries]

Oh wow how special that you had so much time in your garden and you’re still enjoying it that’s amazing 😍❤️ im sure some special memories were made there x

[@juliespencer1164]

Love the paper very pretty Catherine, i think the desk will look fab there. wow how the cats have grown. xxx

[@DaintyDiaries]

They’ve gotten so big 😍😍

[@bevjensen2278]

Who knew you could fluff a rose like that? You're a continual source of knowledge and inspiration. So happy for you that you're receiving the opportunities and recognition you deserve! It's snowing everyday here in Canada, so your channel is a breath of fresh air and offers hope for spring....thank you!

[@DaintyDiaries]

Oh wow there must be loads of snow by you! Hopefully spring isn’t long coming your way ❤️🌸

[@sharong8511]

I think the length of the curtains is just fine and no it doesn’t look like someone wearing flood pants 👖 That desk is beautiful 🤩 or will be. Thanks Catherine

[@mandyyates342]

The nook looks lovely, the curtains may not be as noticable when the beautiful desk is in place, personally I do feel they look a bit short maybe you could sew a contrast fabric along the bottom to lengthen them but just my opinion xx

[@agnese72]

Maybe you can shorten the table's legs, or just leave it without & you can always change your mind. Might be the same height then as your windowsill. Those roses are beautiful 😊

[@janfranklin2114]

You should do a collaboration with George Dunnett. He’s in Scotland but your content and his could complement each others very nicely. I love thrifted items and they are generally much higher quality…..it’s the hunt that’s the real fun. Good luck.

[@heatherwalton9501]

Aw, Geoff Hamilton was my era - he was such a lovely man. I think you would have enjoyed his style. He was a proper thrifty gardener and was always making something out of nothing. Beehive compost bins, cold frames out of old windows and (my favourite) obelisks from battens and a toilet cistern ballcock! I recommend his cottage garden series if you can get hold of an old dvd or book. I still refer to his books now. He was taken too soon sadly 😢

[@dianeangelo2227]

Not related to this vlog...had to share, I pre-ordered your new book this morning. ❤ It will join the first book on my coffee table. Congratulations again on the new book.

[@CardsbyMaaike]

I loved Geoff Hamilton, he was so polite and nice and organic already. I especialy remember he made a path with roof tiles on their side, for that cottage pathway and then sown poppies in between, to get that look it's always been there and poppies reseeded themselves, that stayed with me forever. I'm not sure when you were born, but he did mi 90's somewhere ;-)

[@vickinoeske1154]

Some beautiful furniture at the charity shop.❤

[@eileendeshpande5902]

You take such good care of the kitties ❤❤ brushing them and all 🥰

[@DaintyDiaries]

Always ❤️🐱 thanks for stopping by!

[@francineh.7825]

I knew you had bought that desk! It's going to be great to do your morning work on. You won't see the length of the curtains once your desk is there. Don't worry I'm sure everyone knows you are a great cat mom, but yes, us cat people are neurotic when it comes to things that are toxic to cats because it seems almost everything is to them which is frustrating as I used to be a florist and love fresh flowers in my home. Sadly my friend's cat died from eating a lily.

[@Anna-jx1on]

Calender pictures are also good to pop in frames. I think rule of thumb is curtains should be an inch from the ground. Don't worry mine aren't either, but I love my sheer curtains also. 🤣 Love the character and colour of the desk. 💕

[@itsmewende]

Your desk is lovely, really nice wood, I imagine it'll be a wonderful sunny spot to work from. When you say...shutters, are they folding, just wondering how that's going to work with the desk being higher than the sill.? I've used eBay to check out antiques, those people always have good info about what they're selling. Love all you share with cats, diy and gardening. I think some people share way more than what I need to know about their life.

[@kajalsingh9554]

Thank you for the tour of the thrift store. There was that one credenza with a huge oval mirror! I would have snapped that one in a hot second even if I had to sell a kidney to pay for it!! Can you let down the hem of the curtain? I personally think it's too short, but that's just my pet peeve. You do you. Thank you for a beautiful video.

[@catherineruthstudio2131]

Very enjoyable to come along with you thrifting. The desk you found is a real beauty. Antique furniture is so well made and I always love to see how people restore and save them. I found your chats about the realities of content creators very insightful, thanks for sharing Catherine! :)

[@annbarron606]

Started watching Geoff Hamilton's Cottage Garden 1996 vhs on youtube. It came up as a suggestion to watch. It's actually quite wonderful so far and just under 3 hours. It's going to take me 2 evenings to watch 🌼 🌻

[@DaintyDiaries]

Oh how nice, I will see if I can find the video x

[@bettyjoy6361]

The 11cm will be good because it will make the window look larger because it will be waterfalling down behind the desk

[@vivsalittlebitcrafty4854]

Recently I saw where a piece of furniture had a split in it and the guy repaired it by putting quite a few thin slices of wood and wood glue into it instead of using filler. He made sure the slices stood proud of the surface, so he was able to trim them down once the glue had dried. He stacked them upright next to one another rather than using just one large 'block' if you can understand what I mean😆 stacked vertically not horizontally. Looked really good when finished. Flippin' 'eck I made hard work of that explanation🤣 thought maybe it could help you repair your new roll top desk.

[@DaintyDiaries]

That sounds like a great fix!

[@vivsalittlebitcrafty4854]

@@DaintyDiaries Thank goodness you could understand what I meant!! 😂😂

[@sallywest5634]

That desk id a little gem and it's going to look perfect in the nook. Well done on your choice. Big hugs for the kittens xxx

[@little_misscrafty]

Aaah it's starting to take shape, I can't wait 😊 I am with you about the "no wiggle" room with the curtains pole. Our windows are full lenght, from the floor to the ceiling, and and the only curtain rails that fit are the most unsightly simple ones from ikea, that you actually attach to the ceiling 😢 the brighter mornings and later evenings are giving me life. I cleaned up my balcony today, and allready have list what plants I would like to try this year. As a seasoned dahlia grower, can you tell me Catherine, can I grow dahlias in window boxes? If not, what plants with some height and foliage would you recommend for window boxes? Thanks so much 🫶

[@Truth1561]

Geoff was my favourite garderning presenter and i was so sad when he died- i was mad keen gardening at that time like you ae now. The only gardening books ive kept after a massive declutter are his and Beth Chatto. Catherine you would Love Beth Chattos ' a gardeners notebook ' about a year in her life with her beautiful garden and nursery at Elmstead Market. I met her there in 1992 and she was just wonderful.

[@grizeldaxxx4568]

Oh boy Catherine, so many wonderful Antique pieces there, shame I am all the wayyyyy down in New Zealand !

[@christineh5790]

I am too!🇳🇿

[@stardust16]

So fun… thrifting, garden shop, kittens and bit of garden shots, love it ❤. The fluffed up roses in pots so beautiful! I can’t wait to see how your nook will turn out once the desk is there.😊

[@Missauthentic716]

Wow what a beautiful nursery! Im so jealous 💕

[@carolyncampbell6149]

The little nook is going to look so nice with your new desk, which is awesome by the way! I love your “can do” attitude. I like to pool my curtains, partly because the cat goes behind them and makes himself a bed! 😂 Those cats of yours are just lovely to watch. Keep your private life private Catherine if that’s what’s best for you, we won’t go away because we don’t get every little detail. You just go girl! ❤

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aww your cat sounds so cute in the curtains 🤣😍

[@lovebug8720]

I love the desk that you purchase it's so pretty. I think it will be beautiful sitting in your nook.

[@DaintyDiaries]

I’m super excited for it to come together 😍😍 thanks for that!

[@suecorrigan1216]

I had never seen that "rolling" of roses to "fluff" them up!! Thanks for the tip!! I so love watching your videos!! You have the sweetest soul!! ❤️

[@blumebauer]

Hey guys, Catherine is amazing and I love her videos. So please stop frustrating her with ridiculous comments! Stop being correction culture. Let people live and be happy. We don’t want to lose one of our favorite creators because they got worn out from ridiculous commenters. Let’s all stop assuming that she knows nothing about life. We’re watching her videos because she knows a lot about life and we enjoy her commentary on it. Thank you I will step off my soapbox now. 🩷🩷🩷🩷🩷

[@karenhurd9792]

Good video!! The morning nook will be very special. Those two kitties of yours are so adorable. They just want to be by you all the time! 💞 Very sweet

[@DaintyDiaries]

My little supervisors 🤣🥹

[@paulakoflynn3368]

Great work, Catherine, definitely looks "finished" wallpapered under the window 👍 I like the length of the curtains to the top of the skirting board 😊 Loved the way you fluffed up the roses 🌹 Gorgeous writing desk 😍 looking forward to seeing you work on it.

[@jasminehowes3973]

Just found your videos recently, been loving watching them in the evening after a day of uni :) also inspired me to attempt some gardening too!

[@DaintyDiaries]

Aw glad you found me, welcome x

[@SandieMitchell]

Don't worry about the curtains being a few inches short because the desk will be in front of them. But if the length makes you a bit crazy, you can lower the hem. I am looking forward to the desk makeover! Have a great weekend, xoxo's Sandie

[@annyjayableful]

My cat Satchmo loved eating plants, but he carefully sniffed each one of them before chomping into them. He somehow knew which ones he could eat. I checked, he was right. He lived until he was 18. Cats are smarter than people think.

[@kathleenwilliamson174]

The desk will be lovely in the nook. I believe that you will be able to fix it and make it more beautiful. Old furniture with its flaws is beautiful. Joe Swift has a you tube channel documenting his new garden. He mentioned filming for the new GW season, yay, it's almost here again. Thank you for this video girl!

[@joanoconnor3896]

Hi Catherine. Thank you for sharing your trips to the Charity and garden shops. Gorgeous furniture. I don't see lots of antique furniture in the thrift and charity shops here in South Florida.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thats such a shame! Maybe you might be able to find pieces on Facebook marketplace or resell websites maybe where you might find some hidden treasure? 😍

[@amandajackson6714]

What a lovely up beat video. Thank you Catherine ❤

[@suzannef3593]

Oh that furniture is beautiful! But that dishes set that looks like jadite glass (green). Was beautiful. ! Gorgeous! Love that roll top writing desk! 😊 Love how your doing your videos... So relaxing . Love it!

[@triciacarolkilbride2993]

Loved the rose fluffing...never knew it was a thing! Will be doing that! Love the desk! I adore wood and my living room is full of acacia wood. Can't wait to see the finished desk and nook! Xx

[@DaintyDiaries]

Fluffing makes a difference! Your living room sounds great!! 😍

[@ireneferrante2313]

Great job explaining the reality of being a creator on you tube!

[@lorrainekelly4820]

Sold similar oak desk in 1986 minus one drawer for 400 pounds😊

[@angelahagood3639]

Your primroses are beautiful! Was that a hellebore I saw??? I love it! I don’t know how you juggle so many tasks! (Plus, two kitties!) I’m not a KZbinr but I thought you answered the subscriber’s question honestly. In a world of people on social media making work look effortless, it’s refreshing to hear the REAL experience you have with others.

[@rosey_ie]

The length of the curtains would drive me nuts 😅 But, they won’t be seen once your desk is in. Also, if you’re bothered by them, you could add another fabric to lengthen them. A second-hand lace tablecloth or similar could add a lovely detail to the bottom few missing inches.

[@susefink6099]

Oh Catherine,this wallpaper is so pretty. That looks very lovely,what a cosy place😊. I enjoyed this video. My fingers are getting itchy🌷,i am looking forward to some gardening. I hope the temperatures are getting better for spring flowers🌸🌷.

[@suziebelle1959]

If you really don't like the length of the curtains Catherine you could sew some lace on the bottom so they touch the floor. Can't wait to see the desk in situ, it's beautiful xx

[@Mary-f5k7u]

Love how you put together the roses in the pots ❤.love your work and fur babies 😊.best of luck with repairing your beautiful desk 🙌🏻☘️

[@mafish7962]

Lovely video Catherine as always, take care, Laura ❤

[@sylviavandegrift1388]

Looking real good the will look so awesome in the nook. Thank you for sharing. 😊

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thanks for stopping by ❤️❤️

[@shelleymatthews5050]

Geoff Hamilton was the GW presenter when I used to watch with my Grandad…. Happy memories we used to watch with big mugs of hot milk with a dash of brandy 😂 yes I was a child the past was wild lol

[@lindaroyal8161]

I'm really surprised you didn't measure the cubby desk space prior to going thrifting. Just dropping ole' Geoff on the floor! ha ha ha The drapes, I think the length is alright, the bottom is mostly covered by the desk anyways, not that much visible. The desk - can see where it will be a lovely piece, I've always loved antique roll top desks, just love all the cubbies, nooks & crannies!

[@donnamullins2089]

My parents had a desk like this. Circa 1950 oak. Weighs a ton? Was beautiful. Ask your wood working teacher about the split top repair. Borrow some long clamps. Wallpaper is beautiful. Thanks for the thrift shopping and garden center trip. Have a good weekend.

[@ruthkaiser6168]

Love your beautiful kitties they are so sweet and loving. All your roses are so beautiful too. Your desk is awesome and beautiful. I know you can fix it. You are an awesome woman.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Your do kind ❤️❤️❤️

[@sandra-bb5xq]

I was entranced with the fluffing of the roses never seen that done before 👏 the desk you bought reminds me of my Grandads desk from when I was young I loved the roll top and all the little drawers his even had a secret drawer. I remember Geoff Hamilton presenting Gardens World.

[@mousenation3867]

I love the roses in pots what a great idea, and your curtains look a perfect length.

[@DaintyDiaries]

Thank you x ❤️🌹

[@lindasmith5190]

I think it is going to be beautiful.