Trend or decorating main-stay? I think painted furniture is going to be around for awhile. Sure, in generations to come, they might say things like “Ewww….look at that yellow table, I’d rather see the nice oak finish.” (insert choking sounds here). But isn’t that the beauty of vintage – retro – and antiques! Each generation looks […]
It’s colorful. Low maintenance. Easy to clean. Fun and affordable. Oilcloth is a great choice for renewing old work tables, carts, chairs and more. I like that it also adds an additional texture to your décor. I recently completed several projects for my store space in this fun vintage inspired pattern. I also scored a rolling […]
I’m working on a deadline and need some pallets. Now. Stat. I was hoping to score some at a garage sale, thrift store, flea market – the usual places you might look. I wasn’t having any luck. I’m getting ready to set up my booth/store space and need the pallets so my husband can finish […]
I can’t blog. I can’t write. I hate writing. This is what I told God when I felt His leading to start writing. Now, He didn’t ask me to do this by appearing in a burning bush in my side yard – but he was pretty clear when I saw an ugly chair at Goodwill […]
Newlyweds pay attention – It would be wise to run expensive purchases (say things over $1,000) by your spouse before you buy. I learned the hard way. Well, it wasn’t that hard because in our house most things become funny and a constant source of razzing for my husband. I give him quite a bit […]