Some days I just need to paint. It's therapeutic for me and it makes me feel a sense of accomplishment. With a two hour school delay, I didn't have a lot of time to get things done today, so I...
the rocking horse – part 2
Here's what the horse looked like when I received it from Restoration Hardware. I loved the shape, but the wood and finish didn't have as much character as I was hoping for. I wanted it to look...
living room sofa makeover
I shared the new arrangement for my living room, but I thought I would share an "official" before and after of the sofa. The sofa that was in my living room was a lovely piece my aunt let me...
Arranging linens, silver and ironstone…
As I was preparing for Christmas day, I realized what a mess the cabinets, drawers and shelves where I keep my tableware, serving pieces and linens were. After a few years of buying, making and...
French Daybed Reveal
I apologize for missing FFF last night! My site was down, which you might have noticed if you were trying to link up. So, we'll suspend our furniture link party until after the holidays. Just...
upholsterygallery
Several people asked for a tutorial on the part upholstered/part slipcovered French chair I revealed yesterday, so this is it! This isn't a comprehensive upholstery post, but it will give you an...
Upholstery Tutorial
Several people asked for a tutorial on the part upholstered/part slipcovered French chair I revealed yesterday, so this is it! This isn't a comprehensive upholstery post, but it will give you an...
family room gallery
Before I show you the chair and the rugs, I had to share a sweet gift I received in the mail yesterday. It's an ironstone thimble! Look at the little mark inside. And it was wrapped with a paper...
Slipcovered Chair & Rugs for Sale
Before I show you the chair and the rugs, I had to share a sweet gift I received in the mail yesterday. It's an ironstone thimble! Look at the little mark inside. And it was wrapped with a paper...
Dining Chair Slips & New Curtains
Believe it or not, sewing is not something I really enjoy. It's something I do, so I can get the look I want. And I don't hate it so much that I'm not willing to do it. Sometimes I get in a mood...