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Sunday, July 14, 2013

Restyled Sundays #69

Welcome Back To Restyled Sundays!

Another week, another move. My oldest son and his family have somehow gotten into the business of house rehab. They buy a house in need of updating and live in it 2-3 years while fixing it up, then sell it for a big profit. They just sold their second rehab project and their goal is to pay cash for a house in a few years. Well, this time they sold their house and couldn't find another one to buy in time so yesterday they moved into a farmhouse rental. I thought for sure they would buy it after a few months, but after I saw it I changed my mind. It was in bad shape, floors leaning,etc. I wasn't smart enough to take any pics, but I will take some soon and show you how they fix it up over the next few months. My mom and dad are moving in 3 weeks, so I'll be helping them get packed and ready.

I really enjoyed your posts this week. I love seeing what everyone has been up to.

Mary from Create Inspire took an old vanity and turned it into a little girls dream!

Cindy from ::Cottage Instincts:: turned and old waterfall dresser into a masterpiece with a two toned paint job!

And finally,Julia from Happy House and Home, created this simply elegant pillow with some burlap and stencils.

Now, lets see what you've been up to this week! Be sure to add a link back to the party and visit the posts on either side of yours.

Tuesday, June 25, 2013

The Wedding Dresser

My daughter-in-law texted me one day (her primary method of communication) and asked if I had a vintage table of some kind. Her younger sister was getting married and having a vintage wedding. They were having the wedding outdoors (in early May) and needed someplace for the minister to set the Bible.

I didn't have any old tables, but I had this lovely old dresser. With its pretty pink glass knobs, it was perfect. They loved it, but wanted it to be off white. So, I tried some home made chalk paint. I had not used the unsanded grout recipe before and decided to go with it. It worked great, but I didn't like how it set up like plaster, mix a new batch with each coat. I would love to hear the solution to that.

Well, it snowed here and the ground was a mess, so the wedding had to be moved indoors. There ended up not being enough room for the dresser since space was so tight, but her parents ended up buying it for her as a keepsake from her wedding. I love seeing young people who love vintage pieces as much as I do. Sorry for the poor quality picture, but the weather was not cooperating to get it outside in the daylight!

I also made a blanket and Bumbo cover for the flower girls. Since my granddaughter still needs a little help sitting up and her cousin set behind her.

My darling grandson was the ring bearer, dressed like a little newsboy. And my daughter in law was a bridesmaid. It was truly a vintage wedding in an old converted barn. Really cool place!

As you can see in the background, they were feeding the cake to each other, while I was taking pictures of my kids, whoops.

Monday, May 13, 2013

Restyled Sundays #64 and Happy Mother's Day

Sorry for the late post, I had it scheduled and it didn't post when it was supposed to.

Welcome Back to Restyled Sundays!

Happy Mother's Day to everyone! I am looking forward to a nice quiet day

with my kids and my mother. We are keeping it simple with breakfast at IHOP.

I hope your's is relaxing and you get to enjoy the day.

Thanks so much for sharing last week. I have a few favorites and they are.....

Take a look at this beauty by Kyra at Chateau Revivals.

Sometimes the simplest makeovers give the best results.

Lisa at {creatinspire} updated a really boring

bench and turned it into this beauty.

This sweet little tote was spruced up by

Joy of a Vintage Green.

And finally, be sure to check out this and other pallet projects

by Lisa at MinettesMaze.

Thanks again everyone, and let's see what you've been up to this week.

Saturday, April 20, 2013

Restyled Sundays #62

Welcome Back to Restyled Sundays

I am actually writing this early, which is really odd since I never do anything

early. But, sweet hubby and I are driving today from Olathe, Kansas to

Chattanooga, Tennesee to pick up another dog. My niece was looking

for a new home for this sweet girl.

She will be one year old next Thursday and they can no longer

keep her, so we can't say no to such a sweet face.

Sophie will be our third dog, maybe we are crazy, but we love them all.

I am just praying now that Lady and Ellie like her.

I'll share more pics when I get her home!

Now I want to thank each of you that joined in to the party last week.

And thanks to all of you who just come to read. I really love to read

your comments, so be sure to let me know what your up to.

Kathryn from The Junk In Our Trunks found this gorgeous buffet

at a garage sale for $25. I need to go junking with her!

Cyndi from Blue Star Antiques created this amazing

table with a houndstooth pattern.

Susan from Simply Stone Creek turned an

old worn out dresser into this beauty!

I really love how Denise...on a whim redid a pair of plain

old stools with a few colors of chalk paint

Thanks again for sharing your projects. Tell your friends where you party!

Now let's see what you've been up to this week.

Saturday, April 13, 2013

Restyled Sundays #61

Welcome Back to Restyled Sundays!

I don't know if anyone else noticed, because I didn't until just now, but last week was

really week #60 and I labeled it #50. So now we are on the right track, and I am

officially a dummy! Probably more like ADD and I have to many things

running around in my head at once. Oh well, we are all good now.

We did not get to keep our warm weather long, but surely spring is a coming

since my flowers are all starting to shoot up little sprouts.

I really want to rework my garden this year. It would really help to have shade

loving plants in the shade and sun in the sun. My knock out roses only

bloom a little under the big birch trees. I'll try to get some pics soon.

Anyway, lets get on with the party. Thanks so much for all who joined

in last week. I love seeing what you have done.

I am in love with the beautiful finish on this

black armoire that Lisa from {createinspire} transformed..

It's truly a wow!

Talk about amazing! This girl transforms pianos into works

of art. From the junk in our trunks!

I love paper wreaths and Ashley from Ashley's Dandelion Wishes

added some color with different papers. Very springy!

Pam from Our Adventures In Home Improvement has an

amazing husband who made this cute bird house for her

from and old ice cream churn! What a guy!

Thanks to everyone again for joining in. I hope you have had a great week

and have lots to share this week.

Sunday, April 7, 2013

Welcome Back to Restyled Sundays #50

Welcome Back to Restyled Sundays!

Another busy week, and I finally had a little time to work at the antique

store. It felt so good to be in their rearranging, but I have a lot of work

to do to make it as pretty as I would like. The best part of the week

is the weather. It was actually 77 degrees yesterday and even though it

was a little windy, I could not wait to get out a shake my can of Krylon.

No, I am not leaving this red. But it will probably take a couple

of cans of spray paint to cover this.

Well now let's talk about what you all shared last week.

Denise on a whim created this adorable mail station

from an old shutter and a little help from her hubby.

Lisa from Create Inspire Me turned an ugly dresser into

this sweet vintage find. Be sure to check out the before.

Cyndi from Blue Star Antiques gutted an old salvaged

radio and created this beautiful little display piece.

I seemed to be on a blue theme this week :)

It is my favorite color!

Now let's see what you have been up to this week.

Sunday, March 3, 2013

Restyled Sundays #57

Welcome Back to Restyled Sundays

Sorry I missed the party last week and have been out of touch. We have been dealing

with the Blizzard of OZ times Two. I did get some beautiful pictures, but we had 12" of snow

a week ago Thursday, and then another 12" this last Tuesday. For someone who thought

that Spring was almost here, I was not prepared. So I made soup and pie and lots of goodies

and did nothing but paperwork for two weeks .I was suffering from gray skies and a

lack of inspiration.

The trees were completely bent over by the weight of the snow.

Such a beautiful winter wonderland.

These yews normally completely hide the utility box.

At least it was interesting to look at. But I am so happy that

we are going to hit 40 degrees today and see some melting.

Anyway, back to the party!

Two weeks ago, the party had a couple of great projects I want to feature!

I love this corner cabinet makeover by Shabby Gals

be sure to check out the cute seat cushion on the chair next to it.

Next, this basket makeover is really nice. Kathy at Life on Lakeshore Dr

performed a quick and easy update. Great styling.

I'll try to stay more motivated this week, and maybe I will even finish a project!

Now let's see what you have been up to lately!

Saturday, February 16, 2013

Restyled Sundays #56

Welcome Back to Restyled Sundays

It is really true that you never know what tomorrow will bring, but when my

daughter in law called me on Tuesday in tears, I was really shocked.

There house had caught on fire. It was nearly a total loss, and worst

of all, they lost their dear sweet dog Buddy. It was Gods blessing that

they were not home and everyone is safe. They apparently had a faulty

switch on the stove and it turned itself on. It was a glass top range, and they

frequently set things on top of it since they did not have alot of counter space.

Now, they begin the overwhelming task of rebuilding. They are doing well,

and have some great support systems, but it will take time. Please, keep

Mike, Laura, Connor and Alaina in your prayers. And if you would, please

say a word for Buddy as well.

Now, on to this weeks party. You all shared some great posts last week.

My favorites are:

I am a sucker for all things British, so I love this

Union Jack cabinet by Cyndi of Blue Star Antiques

How about this beautiful Robin Egg Blue

dresser transformation from CreateInspire.

The Joyful Thrifter was busy this week and found

this adorable toy sewing machine to help

decorate her craft room.

Lynda from Something Created Everyday, also had some great

thrifting finds. I have a new passion for vintage tea towels,

so this one made me happy this week.

Makes me want to get out to some sales.

NO, I must get back to painting at my daughters house!

I am so excited to see what you all have been up to this week.

Saturday, February 2, 2013

Restyled Sundays #54

Welcome Back To Restyled Sundays!

Thanks for all of you who joined the party last week! You had some great posts and I really

appreciate you sharing. I especially love...

These amazing apothecary jar makeovers by Angie

at Knick of Time Interiors She has these printables available

so you can make your own!

Helen from Picked and Painted created a real beauty

with two Hepplewhite dresses.

I love how Dianne from Shabby Gals madeover

an old broken down chest. What a great color combo

and cute organization. I need this in my sewing room!

And, finally I am totally crushing on this Princess phone

that Lynda from Something Created Everyday found at a rummage sale.

I had one similar to this in high school, sure wish I had kept it!

Thanks again for sharing. I hope you all come back and join this party

and be sure to tell your friends. The more the merrier!

Saturday, January 12, 2013

The Painted Hutch

It's a miracle, I finally finished a project! The china cabinet/ hutch that was sitting in my antique booth for over a year decided to come home for a makeover. Sorry, this is the best picture I could find. At least you can see how dark it was there in the background. Actually, my son painted the cabinet a while back. We had so much furniture in the antique store, I had just never gotten around to distressing and waxing it. And, of course, life gets in the way and things just sit 90% done.