Server turned into bathroom vanity
When planning our new home we wanted to go as “green” as possible. This means lots of repurposed and vintage. We were on the lookout for a server or sideboard we could make into a master bath vanity....
View ArticleA dresser and her doll
I’ve just finished this small, modest dresser. This was a very satisfying project for me to work on. The dresser is probably from the 50’s or 60’s is made of solid wood and has its original knobs,...
View ArticleLove my new Purdy brush!
My husband and I were at Lowes to buy a bunch of stuff we needed. While in the paint isle I spotted the Purdy brushes, now almost every single if not every single blogger I follow who paints furniture...
View ArticleThings I’ve been working on…
We’re getting some really beautiful, cooler and dryer weather here in Connecticut and I have been taking advantage of it to get some work done. When the weather is too humid I’m not able to wax my...
View ArticleThe white dresser
Here is another piece finished, so nice to get things done! This dresser is from the 1920’s or 30’s, built very well dovetail joints and all. There were just a few small areas of missing veneer...
View ArticleThe two grey chairs
With the help of my husband I have finally finished these two chairs. I chose a very neutral palette because I wanted the shape of the chairs which I love to be the focus. They almost have that...
View ArticleMid-century finds
Mid-century design is something I really appreciate, clean lines, smooth finishes and that whole Atomic Age angle. It’s pretty new to me, not something I grew up with at all so I’m still learning. My...
View ArticleVintage Glory has come to Portland!!!
I read about it in my little local paper the Rivereast, an absolutely gorgeous shop that specializes in antique, vintage furniture and decor and they use Annie Sloan chalk paint on their stunning...
View Articlemeanwhile back in my living room…
One of the projects I’m determined to finish is a gallery wall behind the sofa. My last post about my living room was ages ago and I just want to get it finished. But I must tell you as I was editing...
View ArticleThe very old painted blanket chest
Painting wood furniture is nothing new, if you can find a really old piece of painted furniture you have quite a find. There is nothing like the patina of an antique painted piece. This dark teal...
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