{(in)visíveis . (in)visible I digital prints from Ana Ventura}
it was very difficult for me to decide with what post I would sign off for my blog-sabbatical ... but I think doing this with Ana Ventura is very appropriate for me ... when I started blogging I never expected that Bloesem would become such a very important part of my (and my husbands) life ... it was Bloesem who introduced us to so many talented people around the globe which I'm sure we would otherwise never been able to find ... Bloesem has enriched our lives in multiple ways, new online friends, new ideas, a new way of thinking about many things and most certainly Bloesem has filled our house with many beautiful items that I bought myself along the way or were given to me by beautiful people often as a thank you for giving them a humble platform online ...
My husband and I are off to a new start in a 'real' house, no more apartments for this couple, instead a garden and an upstairs! During the coming weeks I will of course once in a while show you some images of our decoration adventures and progress ... one thing is for sure the amazing art pieces which we bought from Ana Ventura the other day are getting a prominent spot in our home ... (you can see all the prints right here)
Leaves me with saying how grateful I am to all of you my dear readers, thank you for your comments, support and emails. A big thank you to my sponsors who made Bloesem possible for me ... and all my blogriends, who linked to Bloesem and helped my readership to grow ... I'm going to miss you, but I will soon be back in the beginning of August!! ...and once in a while a small post because I just can't resist it...














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Hi Irene, I´ll miss my daily Bloesem-read but wish you, Rik and the boys a lovely time during your blog-sabbatical. Thank you for the always inspirational posts, tips and pictures! Enjoy!
Posted by: hedy | 06/18/2009 at 02:27 AM
Enjoy your well deserved break, Irene. Good luck in your new home.
Posted by: Astrid | 06/18/2009 at 03:24 AM
hi irene, a sabbatical is a very wise thing to do, time for refelexion! renske and i are currently in italia for, yes, a sabbatical. we're staying in lucca until september. as such, i have had time to frequently visit bloesem and am always very impressed. it must be sad to leave it all for a while, but better things will come from the break, at least that's what we think. love and kisses, christiaan
Posted by: christiaan | 06/18/2009 at 03:29 AM
I'll miss my daily Bloesem read too, have a wonderful time with your family and enjoy your new house, if you want french seed for your garden don't hesitate :)
Posted by: Lily | 06/18/2009 at 03:37 AM
I shall miss bloesem while its gone! but good luck with your move! enjoy the time off!
Posted by: claire elizabeth | 06/18/2009 at 03:48 AM
I love Ana Ventura´s work! they are beautiful...
Kiss *
Posted by: Paula F M | 06/18/2009 at 06:19 AM
Hello Irene. Thanks so much for this lovely post about my work. Have a nice time and hope to "see you" in August. Did you received the prints? Are everything ok?
Love from us!
Posted by: Ana Ventura | 06/18/2009 at 07:49 AM
Enjoy your time away from Bloesem. I will miss my daily dose of inspiration until you return. Enjoy the time with your two boys and setting up house. I can't wait to see the photos. What a wonderful post to show of Ana's work. Thanks to you and Bloesem you introduced me to Ana as well. One of my absolute favorite artists! Stay tuned for a new letterpress print by Ana at Twig. :)
Posted by: Elizabeth@Twig | 06/18/2009 at 07:58 AM
Beautiful work! Enjoy your time off from the blog! :)
Posted by: Tricia McKellar | 06/18/2009 at 09:36 AM
Best of luck Irene!
Posted by: jaime | 06/18/2009 at 10:39 AM
Have a wonderful and restful break, Irene! I think we all are aware that you've earned it! And, of course, we will all be here awaiting your return.
Enjoy setting up house!
Posted by: Uncle Beefy | 06/18/2009 at 12:31 PM
Enjoy your new home!!!!
Posted by: Kathy Davis | 06/18/2009 at 04:30 PM
hi irene, i love bloesem and i'll miss it while you're on sabbatical (but will check every once in awhile till august!)
best wishes for a relaxing bit of time off.
this blog helps keep me inspired when i need it most so i'll look forward to your return.
thanks and congratulations on your house!
Posted by: lisa mertins | 06/18/2009 at 04:31 PM
wonderful! enjoy! xx
Posted by: mav | 06/18/2009 at 04:35 PM
Enjoy your summer and nesting in! :)
*Read* ya in August...
Posted by: SherryQ | 06/18/2009 at 07:20 PM
We all need a break now and then. Blogging is very hard work so enjoy your break and we'll all be back in August to see more exciting stuff!
Posted by: Linh | 06/19/2009 at 09:10 AM
Enjoy your break! It's always nice to get away for awhile. You talk like you aren't coming back, but then you say that August you will be resuming. I'm glad to hear you aren't calling it quits!
Posted by: Laura | 06/19/2009 at 04:51 PM
Setting up home can be a full-time job! Good luck and enjoy your break!~Tracy
Posted by: daily decorator | 06/20/2009 at 12:49 AM
Hey great job on a great new start. Blogging is wonderful, but actually living in the real world means so much more.
Posted by: urban craft | 06/20/2009 at 01:24 PM
Have a lovely time! It can be difficult to slow down during summer, so good for you for doing so!
Posted by: rachel | 06/20/2009 at 03:37 PM
will miss you until august- but understand and wish you and your lovely family a wonderful time :off: i am so jealous of your lovely ana ventura work! i adore these pieces... they should be wonderful in your new home.
xo susan and all ...
Posted by: susan | 06/21/2009 at 08:30 PM
Tot augustus, Bloesem! :D En tot die tijd ga ik genieten van al je oudere posts hier, wauw, wat een mooie webplek heb je... liefs van Martine
Posted by: Martine | 06/22/2009 at 01:13 PM
enjoy your new home with your family - it will be great to have some time out for you. xx
Posted by: julie | 06/22/2009 at 02:00 PM
Have a good time with your family and enjoy your real house!! (with stairs...garden)
I'll be looking forward to see you again, here....liefs Simone
Posted by: Simone | 06/22/2009 at 04:48 PM
Your blog is thoroughly inspiring and beautiful. I am hooked! I have two small children and I am in love with all the kids stuff you feature.
Will check back to see what you are up to in August.
Thanks
Melaney
Posted by: Melaney McCleary | 06/22/2009 at 10:14 PM