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By: Kate Davies Designs August 16, 2013August 16, 2013
landscape, Scotland, West Highland Wayflitting, moving

a few days

Apologies for the phone posting and the Instagram pics – we don’t have the computer and Internet connection set up yet … or indeed anything else for that matter. Still, it is amazing to be here, in our new home, in this wonderful landscape. Lots to be done!

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  1. MaggieO says:
    August 23, 2013 at 12:59 am

    Is the hill in the background called “The Dumpling”?

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  2. Rebecca says:
    August 23, 2013 at 12:22 am

    Although I have never met you, Tom and Bruce, all I could think is that your new home and surroundings were so “you”. You seem to fit right in. Congratulations on your new home and the best of luck! Have fun finding out all about the little nooks and crannies of your new place~

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  3. kristieinbc says:
    August 20, 2013 at 2:05 pm

    I am so happy for you, Kate! It looks like such a beautiful place to live. The first year in a new home is always such an adventure – so many new places to discover and explore.

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  4. CeltChick says:
    August 20, 2013 at 1:03 pm

    Bruce looks like he’s waiting (patiently?) for the Boss to move outta “his” spot in front of the fire! What a lovely place to live, may you have many happy days there.

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  5. Amber says:
    August 20, 2013 at 2:12 am

    It’s incredible. So many congratulations to you!

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  6. Lykkefanten says:
    August 19, 2013 at 1:05 pm

    I’ve been sighing over the beauty of your new place on IG, but wanted to leave a congratulations here as well.
    I hope the new locale will continue to feel magical and perfect for you for a long, long time!

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  7. Pearl says:
    August 19, 2013 at 11:08 am

    What an utterly gorgeous place! I wish you much happiness there :)

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  8. Carol G. says:
    August 19, 2013 at 7:10 am

    With a working stove at the heart it is already a home and the rest will fall in to place gradually.

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  9. Madeleine says:
    August 19, 2013 at 2:26 am

    What a wonderful place you have moved to! Best wishes! I’m looking forward to seeing more of the area over time. Great article in Vogue Knitting, too.

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  10. Martha says:
    August 18, 2013 at 7:07 pm

    I agree with Candice, many places for Bruce to make home. And Jesus, he’s still home, right? You must be so glad to be in your new home, and things are getting settled. Good for you. Congratulations!

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  11. Candice in Georgetown ON Canada says:
    August 18, 2013 at 2:07 pm

    How exciting, Kate. New places for Bruce to make his own.

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  12. Irene Jackson says:
    August 18, 2013 at 8:58 am

    It looks stunning – enjoy!

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  13. Rachel says:
    August 18, 2013 at 8:51 am

    Wishing you all the best in your new home. It looks fantastic!! Bruce will have some great walks too!

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  14. jen says:
    August 17, 2013 at 7:03 pm

    beautiful.

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  15. Maria says:
    August 17, 2013 at 4:46 pm

    Kate, congratulations!!! what a beautiful place with all that green. Enjoy it all!

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  16. Christine says:
    August 17, 2013 at 12:49 pm

    What a joy it will be to wake up to that view every morning! I wish you many happy times in your new home. x

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  17. Ella B says:
    August 17, 2013 at 7:53 am

    wishing you all the very best for your life in your new home.

    classic looking house in a beautiful setting.

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  18. Désirée says:
    August 17, 2013 at 7:07 am

    Wow….. Congratulations….. a lovely cocooning home and a beautiful nature… I wish you all the happiness and lots of inspiration……..
    with love

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  19. Kelly Newman says:
    August 17, 2013 at 3:24 am

    Oh, Kate! Your new home is so beautiful! I hope that you and your husband, and, of course, Bruce have many wonderful new adventures there. I know that you will share them with us and I can hardly wait!

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  20. gardnerpam6 says:
    August 17, 2013 at 2:48 am

    It looks like a beautiful location! I can’t wait to get a peek inside!

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  21. Jen says:
    August 16, 2013 at 11:31 pm

    Whoa… Bruce has his own waterfront ! I am amazed at the place ! Can’t wait to get the details…

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  22. Ashiepoo22 says:
    August 16, 2013 at 10:17 pm

    What a lovely view! So cozy and perfect for huddling up and knitting in the cold evenings.
    Wishing you happy times in your new home.

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  23. Susan says:
    August 16, 2013 at 9:02 pm

    Amazing! what a difference from ‘the’ city. Is the fire coal? probably not wood… bet your animals are have the time of their lives. cheers

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  24. Claire says:
    August 16, 2013 at 8:18 pm

    Wow! It looks idyllic. I hope that your cat is settling in too, looks like he will have a fantastic territory.

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  25. Sarah says:
    August 16, 2013 at 8:18 pm

    Happy new home! Wishing you much happiness there

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  26. Dixie says:
    August 16, 2013 at 7:46 pm

    What a glorious place!
    Enjoy.

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  27. PendleStitches says:
    August 16, 2013 at 6:07 pm

    Such a beautiful place to live. I hope you’ll all be very happy, and very healthy, in your wonderful new home.

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  28. Patrizia says:
    August 16, 2013 at 5:55 pm

    Beautiful house and place!

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  29. Darinka says:
    August 16, 2013 at 4:51 pm

    Oh Kate! Heartbreakingly beautiful and serene. I know you all will thrive and be so happy here!

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  30. Nancy (from across the big pond) says:
    August 16, 2013 at 4:36 pm

    Beauty, peace and tranquility all rolled into ‘HOME’. How wonderful for you all. I can almost breathe in the serenity from here…
    Congratulations!

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  31. Bev S. says:
    August 16, 2013 at 3:34 pm

    Looks like it will be another lovely place for knitting inspiration.

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  32. paisleyapron says:
    August 16, 2013 at 3:23 pm

    How wonderful! Congratulations on your new home.

    Love,

    Green with Envy

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  33. Andy says:
    August 16, 2013 at 3:03 pm

    Looks so lovely. Enjoy !!!! Bruce looks right at home.

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  34. Birte says:
    August 16, 2013 at 2:39 pm

    Beautiful :)

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  35. Elizabeth says:
    August 16, 2013 at 2:36 pm

    So envious!

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  36. wspines says:
    August 16, 2013 at 2:30 pm

    Best of luck in your new home, it looks so lovely and the beauty of the land surrounding it is astounding.

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  37. donna says:
    August 16, 2013 at 2:23 pm

    oh Kate it looks heavenly!

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  38. Suzanne Wilsey says:
    August 16, 2013 at 2:14 pm

    These pictures suggest a lovely peace — and lots of room to roam! May all the unpacking go swiftly and smoothly and may you settle in as if you had always lived there.

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  39. nancy says:
    August 16, 2013 at 2:00 pm

    OH MY what a wonderful place you have to call home! I know I am looking forward to seeing and hearing about your new place. I am sure it is a perfect fit!

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  40. Nin says:
    August 16, 2013 at 1:42 pm

    Bruce looks happy and so does your honey! You folks chose well. :) It’s a lot of fun/work/headache setting up house! Old things look new as you put them in their new nooks and crannies. Take your time, Kate, and enjoy! Oh, hope there is new patterns brewing as you enjoy the new house. :)
    ~Nin

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  41. Donna says:
    August 16, 2013 at 1:16 pm

    It’s really lovely. All the best.

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  42. Julesm says:
    August 16, 2013 at 1:12 pm

    It’s beautiful! Looking forward to many pictures of your new home and surroundings (with Bruce and knitwear, of course!).

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  43. Deborah says:
    August 16, 2013 at 12:26 pm

    The photos are great! Bruce looks pretty happy helping with a cozy fire. The landscape is beautiful. Congratulations!

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  44. Lisa says:
    August 16, 2013 at 12:10 pm

    What a wonderful location – so happy for you!

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  45. dreamvoyageur1 says:
    August 16, 2013 at 12:05 pm

    wow… it’s like you live in fairyland!

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  46. Karen Braun says:
    August 16, 2013 at 11:55 am

    Lovely place. Congratulations.

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  47. sheila Zachariae says:
    August 16, 2013 at 11:42 am

    Gorgeous photos! Is hubby trying for a Tartan Tan? :) I can just see you cozied up on the sofa on a cold day with a cuppa, chocolate biscuit and roaring fire! Greetings from the USA!

    Best,
    Sheila
    http://sheilazachariae.blogspot.com/2013/02/crocodile-stitch-shawl.html

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  48. virginia says:
    August 16, 2013 at 11:37 am

    lovely!

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  49. Cameron says:
    August 16, 2013 at 11:37 am

    Beautiful! Welcome home.

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  50. lisa says:
    August 16, 2013 at 11:31 am

    It looks like you,Tom and Bruce are home.

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  51. Elizabeth says:
    August 16, 2013 at 11:25 am

    A beautiful place indeed. I was a bit taken aback at the lack of clearance around the wood stove. I am planning a move too so these things are on my mind! You can’t get away with that in Canada.

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  52. fifthlampdown says:
    August 16, 2013 at 11:10 am

    Beautiful.

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  53. Anne, Milton, ON, Canada says:
    August 16, 2013 at 11:06 am

    Congratulations on your new home…..it looks so lovely and peaceful. Enjoy….

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  54. Dawn says:
    August 16, 2013 at 10:52 am

    It looks a little bit of heaven! Congratulations!

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  55. MaryAnne says:
    August 16, 2013 at 10:48 am

    How lovely and exciting! Sending hugs and wishes for good health and happiness in this new place.

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  56. Carrie says:
    August 16, 2013 at 10:42 am

    What a lovely neighborhood and house! Trees! Great walking paths. I love your woodstove. Or is it for peat?

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  57. alison says:
    August 16, 2013 at 10:41 am

    Oh it all looks so beautiful!Thank you for the pictures. I wish you and Tom (and Bruce & Jesus) many happy years in your new home.

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  58. Karen says:
    August 16, 2013 at 10:40 am

    Oops, I meant Kate.

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  59. Karen says:
    August 16, 2013 at 10:39 am

    Wow, Katie!! It looks awesome! Please post a picture of your house. Is the big building yours too? You’ve found a little slice of heaven! Happy homemaking.

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  60. Stephanie (foggyknitter) says:
    August 16, 2013 at 10:18 am

    What a beautiful place, I hope you sort all the settling down bits and pieces out quickly and easily and can relax and enjoy your new home, I look forward to seeing the knits the new landscapes and places inspire

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  61. Deborah Gray says:
    August 16, 2013 at 10:13 am

    Looks lovely, I’m sure you will all be very happy living there

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  62. seattlesuze says:
    August 16, 2013 at 10:10 am

    Your heart must lift in joy every so often during the day. What beauty and quiet, contemplative space.

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  63. LandMaus says:
    August 16, 2013 at 10:01 am

    magnifique ! félicitations ! amitiés de France, martine

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  64. Kristin says:
    August 16, 2013 at 9:33 am

    Gorgeous. Enjoy settling. Can’t wait to see more of your new surroundings. And Bruce must be loving all the running space!

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  65. cariemay says:
    August 16, 2013 at 9:10 am

    Looks like you’ve definitely got your priorities right! What a lovely place to live.

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  66. mudarissa says:
    August 16, 2013 at 8:40 am

    Looks fantastic. Lovely surroundings. May u have lots of happy times in ur new home:)

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  67. Karen says:
    August 16, 2013 at 8:39 am

    Oh my word, this looks wonderful! And, exactly what you all need. Welcome home.

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  68. Karen in Tasmania says:
    August 16, 2013 at 8:06 am

    Glorious! Such a lovely setting, and nothing like a roaring fire to enjoy the house warming – it’s obvious that Bruce approves of it all :-)

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  69. Deborah Garretty says:
    August 16, 2013 at 8:05 am

    Hoping you’ll be very happy in your new home. The surrounding scenery is stunning, and your home looks beautiful. I’m sure you will find great inspiration and much happiness there.

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  70. colleen says:
    August 16, 2013 at 8:04 am

    Wishing you all much happiness in your new home.

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  71. Laura says:
    August 16, 2013 at 8:03 am

    Thanks for sharing the new place with us. I hope that the rest of the process goes smoothly and well for everyone. (Is it my imagination, or does Bruce look slightly less happy-go-lucky than usual?)

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  72. carolbaby says:
    August 16, 2013 at 8:01 am

    Wow! Just beautiful!

    Congratulations.

    (take that “lots to be done” easy!)

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  73. Helen Fawcett says:
    August 16, 2013 at 7:38 am

    It looks absolutely amazing! So much inspiration around you!

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  74. chrissieknits says:
    August 16, 2013 at 7:30 am

    Hope you get settled soon to enjoy the Autumn colours. Is that Dumgoyne in the background of the last photo?

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  75. Joyce in Melbourne says:
    August 16, 2013 at 7:29 am

    It looks lovely Kate, I hope you, Tom and Bruce have many happy years in your new home.

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  76. frayed at the edge says:
    August 16, 2013 at 7:19 am

    It all looks fabulous!! Have fun snuggled up in front of the stove with a glass of wine!

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  77. OneFrenchWord says:
    August 16, 2013 at 7:17 am

    Ohhh how idyllic, what a wonderful place to live. And how is Bruce taking to the change?

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  78. Chris says:
    August 16, 2013 at 7:08 am

    Hi Bruce, congratulations with your new home! Hope Kate and the Boss take you out for many beautifull walks! Looks great over there!
    Paw, Colin ( the choclate labby)

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  79. bekkyb says:
    August 16, 2013 at 7:07 am

    congratulations on the move, what a wonderful place

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  80. Snowywolf says:
    August 16, 2013 at 6:59 am

    It all looks stunning, what a beautiful place to live. I recognise the quilt inspired rug, it’s something that I’ve been coveting for awhile.

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  81. Lydia says:
    August 16, 2013 at 6:58 am

    Wow, what a fabulous new home! I wish you all many many happy times there….

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