Do you swoon when you see layers of paint and stain on the side of a barn with time-worn wear, or better yet, on a piece of furniture? Â I mean, there's a story there. That chippy goodness tells the life of that piece, and what travels it's had - those layers of love. Â No, I'm not crazy, but maybe a ... READ the POST
An Antique Desk Makeover
Rarely do I keep furniture for me. In fact, several of the pieces in my home that I had purchased years ago for myself are still awaiting their face-lift. Hopefully, that will soon be remedied as we continue to remodel our home. My treat-to-self is that once that room is completed, I can add the ... READ the POST
Furniture Refinishing Essentials ~ Top 10
You may have be wondering, but are hesitant to ask, what are my go-to tools and supplies when starting a furniture project. Â Wonder no more! Â I have selected the top ten furniture refinishing essentials that help me take a piece of furniture from drab to fab. Here's my list for furniture ... READ the POST
Broyhill Brasilia Loses Its Flower Power
Have you ever heard of a Broyhill Brasilia? You will now. True story: A few weeks ago, I was in a nearby city and was looking for a chair to pair with a vanity. Â I had never been in this particular thrift store that had relocated to an old empty mall and had heard it was a great place to hit. I ... READ the POST
Shabby Chic Rocking Chair with a Twist
While trying (and I mean trying... or in honest truth, actually secretly adding while trying..ha!) to work through my stash of projects, I finally decided to empty my brain of the plans I had to create a unique piece. Enter in this vintage Bentwood shabby chic rocking chair. Pretty, isn't it? ... READ the POST
Mid Century Dresser Gets New Life
Do you ever find yourself wanting to venture off on a slightly-different-than-normal course? Â I typically am drawn to the shabby cottage chic, rustic french farmhouse, and Nordic styles, but every once in a while I like to change it up a bit and have a bit of fun. Much like I mentioned in my ... READ the POST