China cabinet redo

I had found this china cabinet at a steal at Goodwill about a year ago.

Yes, it sat in my garage for an entire year.  I had started priming it but then I found it was just a great place to start stacking stuff!  After a dresser sold in my booth, it seemed putting off painting and nice storage space had come to an end.  It had to get to my booth.  My hubby found some great shelves for inside the cabinet.  I didn't have the heart to distress it after 3 coats of primer and 2 of paint.  I really like how it turned out and looks in the booth.     

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Between Naps on the Porch

Not just a box, part 2

Well, I have already posted about what I did with part of the box.  Here is a reminder of before.

Here is what I did with the biggest part of the box.  All ready to house some fresh flowers.

Now, I just had to think of what I could do with the lid.  So, I had to think and think and think.  Finally, it came to me.  I decided it should become a tray to catch mail.  After a trip to The Graphics Fairy blog to get a free graphic, here is what the lid turned into.

I painted the lid with Old White chalk paint.  I applied the graphic by covering the back of the paper using a pencil.  Then I flipped it over and traced it to transfer it onto the lid.  I knew there was no way I could paint it on.  I did the next best thing.  I grabbed a marker I used for scrapbooking and traced the pencil marks.  I applied a clear wax followed by a dark wax.  I'm pretty happy with the end result.

Here it is ready to be filled with mail, keys, and probably a happy meal toy or two. 

I couldn't resist showing off the paper roses I made. 

What do you think of the once box now transformed into two pieces? 

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    @ Thirfty Decor Chick

Fabulous finds

Well, school is out and we have been adjusting to everyone being at home all day.  Yes, that means that little sister just cannot keep from pestering her big bother all day long.  So, I've been referring along with trip to the zoo, going to the movies, and preparing to our trip to Missouri.  We shove off tomorrow.

Before we set sail, I have to share with you some of my latest and greatest finds.  These are finds from the Goodwill outlet, Salvation Army, and my local flea market.  I have been trying to collect some smaller goods to fill my booth.  I have some exciting news on that front but more on that later.  On to the goods.

I think this basket would be great holding blankets.  I could just see cute little flowers potted in the orange teapot.  I wonder what kind of lunch was served up in this vintage lunchbox.  On the far right, I found 2 table leaves.  Just the thing to make a sign with using some chalk paint!

I really loved the tarnished silver I picked up.  I love it just as it is.

This is my favorite find.  This ironstone pitcher I found for $1.  Yes, it is discolored but just look at it.

Maybe you need a closer view.

Look at that beautiful crazing.  Any tips on cleaning the discoloration would be helpful, although I do like it that way.  It has a sense of history about it. 

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Frugal Friday @ The Shabby Nest

Industrial Chic

Wow!  I've been working and working on projects but only have one to share with you today.  Not to long ago, I went to the Goodwill Outlet store and picked up this lonely little chair.

I had a moment of nostalgia and the price was right.  It reminded me of the chair my dad had in our garage when I was growing up.  My sister and I spend many hours pushing each other around in it and spinning ourselves silly! 

Well, I had many rounds trying to clean up about 20 years of dirt.  Finally, I thought what this chair needs is a little slipcover.  So, into my stash of fabric I dove.  After a few pins, a couple of cuts, and a few stitches,.....drum roll please........

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Score!

This past weekend our local Goodwill stores were having 50% off everything.  I had did a quick once through at a couple Goodwill's on Friday night.  I had my eye on a couple of pieces of furniture. 

Saturday morning, I got to Goodwill 15 minutes early.  I had not realized that I was going to be in the day after Thanksgiving type of situation.  People were already lined out to the parking lot.  As soon as the doors opened, everyone started to shuffle in.  My heart started pumping just thinking that I may have to wrestle someone.  I was all business that morning.  I just had a small window of time before I had to be at my son's flag football game.    As I was whizzing by people, I was hoping this trip was going to be successful.  I spotted the first piece of furniture.  I quickly ripped off the tag.  Success!  Next, run/walk to the next piece.  Score!  I quickly ripped off that tag.  By this time, people were probably thinking what is this chick's rush?!  I quickly did a once through the aisles and came up with four 2' candlesticks for only a buck and a half!  So, I walked out spending about $100 in just under 15 minutes.  I did tell you I was all business.  Here is the pieces of furniture:

I'm planning on refinishing the top and painting the bottom.  Any suggestions on color would be great.  You can't tell very well but it has cute little grain embellishments on the top front facing side.  I thought it was a deal for $50.

Next, I got this china cabinet for $40.  It has a light inside.  I just need to get some glass shelves.  I think with a little TLC with paint, it'll turn out lovely.

 
Unfortunately, I won't be able to show you my transformations for a while.  I'm having an outpatient surgery tomorrow and will be out of commission for about 2-3 weeks.  In the meantime, I'll be relying on your blogs for inspiration and laughs while I get back to 100%!  I hope your first weekend of fall is great!

Flirty apron

I was doing my weekly check through the local Goodwill and ran across this dress. 

I loved the colors and material.  It was so pretty and feminine.  It reminded me of my younger years.  You know the time where certain parts of your body defied gravity and I could see, oh what's it called, a waistline.  Why should I let a silly thing like the size being a junior 9 and a $3 price tag detour me from somehow feeling younger?! 

Once I had safely purchased it, I thought what should I do with it, pillows perhaps?  I have noticed this trend of cute June Beaverish aprons being crafted.  I have never given much thought to wearing an apron.  I mean how messy can a peanut butter and jelly get?  I threw caution to the wind and decided to give it a try.  I first had to rip out the zipper to save for another pillow project.  I then just pinned and cut and sewed where I thought it may needed to be.  Now, do not laugh.  And please do not ask if I'm expecting because that is a big NO!  But alas, here is what the first go around looked like.

Okay, this definitely didn't make me feel younger or thinner by any means.  Especially when my daughter told me, "Mommy, your belly got bigger."  I'm the first to admit I've got body image issues but who doesn't.  Right??!  Okay, now back to work cutting and sewing.  This is definitely the better version.

Much better, right?  Let me know what you think.  I'm sharing this project over at:

My Transformations

I have always wanted to link to all of the blog parties I am checking out constantly. So, I thought why not give it a try. I'm linking up with

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The following is a Goodwill item I transformed from a Goodwill shop and hop I attended this spring. Since I have two little children that used my coffee table as a chair and a platform to jump from, I have always wanted to have an upholstered ottoman. So, as I browsed Goodwill I ran across a sturdy coffee table. I thought this would be perfect for what I had in mind.

Here is the before:

I aready had all of the materials: walnut stain, free foam from mom, batting, many staples, and leftover white canvas fabric from another project. After about an hour, my ottoman was created.

Now, we put our feet up and enjoy!