New Corner!

You've done a really good job there, Rose! It's simple, light & very airy! Don't be in a hurry to finish it but take your time as it's going to be there years!

Be careful about moving rocks, you wouldn't want to hurt yourself! Anyway from what I remember of seeing Japanese gardens the rocks are quite small, so don't overdo it!

About painting, like you I wouldn't want to paint them all! Can't you put the blue one somewhere else & get a wooden one to take its place?

I don't think you would find a birdbath in a Japanese garden!

What a fantastic transformation! It's already looking great so I agree with Balcony. Let the space evolve slowly as it will no doubt serve different purposes over time.

Nice idea Rose. It enhances a look of your garden.

Rose, this is a brilliant idea. Perhaps a round wood/bamboo water bowl instead of the bird bath. I would keep it plain and simple if it were mine.

Are you on your local Freecycle forum? If so, put a 'Wanted' ad in for any item you are looking for and you might be surprised at what folk are offering! I have seen rocks/pebbles offered on our local site.

Thanks Balcony. You are right, the bird bath doesn't look right there!
Thanks B.Bernie for your comments.
My problem is that I am always in a hurry to get something finished! I will have to try and slow down!
Thanks Klahanie.
That's a good idea Shirley. I will have to look out for one.
I am not sure if I am on that forum, but will check it out.
Thanks for that.

Rose, I think you would know if you are a Freecycle member as emails are sent regularly with 'Offers' and 'Wanted' requests.

It's a lovely little space and makes a nice Japanese garden. All the ideas will come to you in time , I find things seem to appear in my mind when the time is right :)

Thanks Hywel!

That has transformed that area, I wouldn't be in a hurry to paint anything yet Rose, you might change your mind about what you want it to look like, there are some great ideas on japanese gardens, different features, you can browse them and see what appeals to you .... Hope your knee is better now, the things we do automatically, as we have done all our lives without thought, now rear up and remind us we're not spring chickens anymore, not good is it, I know you're like me and like to carry on regardless but blimey it is aggravating to say the least, I think of it as reaching my tortoise years, lol, have had to adapt but being able to carry on is what counts isn't it....Take care Rose xx

Thanks so much Sue. I spent 2 hours one day looking at Japanese gardens and is very difficult when it is such a small area as I don't want it to look overcrowded.
My knee is ok when pottering but still hurts a lot when I walk far, even just going shopping.
Yes I am exactly like you and I am not going to change now!

Looks really innovative, Rose, I'm impressed
I'd move the birdbath too, Rose. Keep it simple and manageable. I agree, be careful moving heavy objects, I'm not being ageist, but don't risk any injury.
You've really done a lovely job, a very worthwhile project indeed!

Thanks Kate.
When I get a pagoda, that will go in place of the bird bath.

You have done a grand job there Rose, it's looking to be a very nice peaceful area. Such a pretty Acer there too. It's a pity we didn't see something today that could have replaced the birdbath, but you will find something, a little pergoda would be perfect, but those prices today were extortionate!

They sure were Janey, but it was a good afternoon though.
We had a good chat, didn't we! x

It was and we did.😁