restore, reinvent, reuse
While out to run a few errands I drove by one of my favorite old houses and there was a big sign out front announcing an estate sale. I nearly rolled my car as I turned around to check it out! Among all the beautiful antiques for sale was this gallery clock. The adrenalin rushed through my … [Read more...]
Where I live in Connecticut there are no shortage of places to look for antique and vintage goodies. From super high-end, fine antique shops where I drool and then imagine the responsibility of owning an 18th century piece that I would have to cordon off and put a look but don't touch … [Read more...]
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 blanket chest has been in my family for a very long time and I just love it. It has soul I'm … [Read more...]
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 my photos I was totally struck by how woody, brown and super neutral it is! My husband … [Read more...]
Well, I made it to 10pm last night, my husband was in bed by 9pm because he has an awful cold. My three sons stayed awake to see the new year in. I knew I would be in bed by then anyway because it's been years since I've watched the ball drop. Actually ever since I had my sons! It's amazing … [Read more...]
