I had a giveaway planned for today, but that has been postponed until next week. I have a couple of great giveaways coming up over the next couple of weeks, so make sure you check back. Since I didn’t have a post planned, I thought I would share what I did today…
I made a run to Hobby Lobby on Wednesday, so I was able to finish the trim on my grain sack chair.
Love it.
I also finished two more of my dining room chairs, so now I have four completed. The cane on the back of one of the arm chairs was punched through, so I decided to upholster it.
I love the writing on this grain sack.
The cane on the other arm chair was fine, so I left it alone. I’m OK with having one upholstered and one not.
I was also able to paint a large frame and chalk board, a gorgeous French dresser, a vanity and a curio cabinet and my husband and I worked on a building project for the September issue of Cottages and Bungalows.
This evening we took the boys to play on their favorite dirt pile and I picked some wild flowers on the hill side.
Not bad for a Friday.
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How on earth do you get so much done in one day?
Kristy @ 4 the love of WOOD
Sounds like a perfect way to end a busy week. (I would have been drawn to the dirt pile along with the kiddos). Great together time.
Sounds like you had a fantastic day!
Holy Moly you got a ton accomplished in 1 day! Not to brag, but for my Friday I rubbed my eyes until they hurt…dumb ol' allergies 🙁
I'm excited for your giveaway! (I think I saw a little glimpse on another blog last night).
Enjoy your weekend.
Where does one find grain sacks? Here in Toronto they go for $75-$100 each!
Love your blog, BTW; I am currently heading into the French Country look and having fun cruising the different blog sites for ideas.
AHHHHH you amaze me! I would love to get that much done in one day ~
I tried to figure out what I want to do with my bathroom that I am redecorating ~
That was it !! I didn't even get a really badly needed blog post done ~
xoxo
Lori
The chairs look awesome!
What an awesome job you do.
I love all your photos…and find myself peering into the backgrounds to absorb the cozy lighting and beautiful colors and decor. I saw a birdhouse today just like the one on your desk at a yard sale. Now I want to go back and GET IT!! I LOVE that you don't mind having one chair different…you truly are my hero! 🙂 Nothings seems to match in my house. I try to make things work and be content, and I LOVE seeing how you make the imperfect look perfect. Super kudos to you! 🙂
The best kind of day, work, family, some fun.
– Joy
It amazes me how much you get done in a day. I feel so inadequate.
Hey, did you ever buy that furniture trim peeler (technical name:)?
I'd say you accomplished a lot. And it all looks wonderful!
Not bad for a Friday!! Not bad for ANYDAY! Looks great!
Have a pretty day!
Kristin
Sounds like a great day. Lots of good work and some fun with the kids, and those wildflowers are beautiful!
what a productive day!! LOVE the chairs.
~cheryl
Can you give me some of your energy please!!!!
You must get more hours in your day where you live.
Love the chairs!
Looks great! You were very productive!
You inspire me each time I read your blog. You are like a celebrity in the blog world you know. I think I would be star struck if I met you in person lol. When I grow up I want to be just like you ;P
Looks like you got a lot accomplished today… and your chairs are just beautiful!!!
Daphne
Not bad I say too!!!!! Oh my goodness… you are such a go-er!! You are an inspiration to your followers and readers!!
xx
Caroline
You been a busy girl!!!…lol
sounds like a great day !
Whew, I get tired just -reading- what you do! Good for you!
Sheila
All your photos are beautiful!
I love your chairs!
Hugs, Cheryl
You never cease to amaze me, or inspire me for that matter! I love the wild flowers. I wish we had wild flowers here in the desert, but alas, it is too hot:(
Life is good isnt it? I love the writing on the chair…So fun…There was a leather chair years ago on sale at a furniture store…it had the brand on the back of the chair…I wanted that chair so bad…not because it was on sale…because I thought the branding was neat (and a sad…silly I know lol)…I wanted to use it in my Saloon room…:) Love that you all love the simple things in life…that is what makes memories…I am off to go to a AS Chalk Paint Class that I won…Ill report back on Screaming Meme and let you know how it was…I am taking my son to snap photos for me…:)
I'm sweet on those chairs. Pitter-pat 🙂
You make me feel like a Bum! LOL!
ok, NOW I'm getting off this computer and DOING something!
You constantly amaze me. Not only do you get so much done, but you do it so beautifully!
🙂 – Cindi
Hey Mariann, what color did you use on these chairs? Old White? And what wax? Thanks a bunch for all the inspiration and information. My dining room chairs are up next!
Wow! It would take me 6 months to do all that. Can't wait to see the new pictures of everything. I love everything about your style!
Ruth
House looks so homey with all of your changes. I was looking at the corner cabs and thinking they look so much better, and I love the frenchy chairs with the natural covers mixing with the big grain sack upholstery. It has a swedish vibe to me.
I have 4 chairs to re-upholster but have no idea where to start. I will need to do my research. Your chairs are absolutely gorgeous & I love your wildflowers! Enjoy the rest of your weekend!
Hello Marian,
Liar..Liar..pants on fire! No way you did all that in one day girl!
I'm coming over to look for the giant pods hiding in your home (Invasion of the Body Snatchers).
Or you have a creative body double living with you.
I will figure it out and expose you my dear…remember I'm married to a Secret Agent
;->
Janet xox
http://theemptynest-janet.blogspot.com/
PS…I made coffee yesterday…just saying!
Janet xox
Woohooo! The grain sack chairs look fabulous! I wondered how you used them & now I know lol I have a ton of stuff to share with you but I made the mistake of taking the photos with my ipod & so they suck big time lol But I do have about 3 projects in the works right now which I should be finishing but I always need something in the middle of them & have to wait for it to get delivered lol Have a wonderful weekend!
do you just glue the trim on?
also i think it is hillarious that yall go to your favorite 'dirt pile' to play….only boys!
I love the chairs even more with the trim…cant wait to see your giveaways. My Grey Paris arrived today so you know what I'll be doing
MJ
Lucky 7 Design
Hi, can you please tell me what that rug type thing is under your dining room table, I love what I have been able to see of it. I love your house and watched your tutorial videos on slip covers. I am going to try it!
Regards, Susie
susanafreeman@msn.com
So glad you had a nice day! Your new dining room set looks just gorgeous!
Hobby Lobby gets me in trouble every time.
I love the chairs, and every time I see that floor covering my heart goes pitter patter.
I wish I had your talent for decorating.
My goodness! does your time stand still? how could have possibly gotten all of that done in a day? your chair looks gorgeous 🙂
You go, girl! It's lookin' great!
Wow! Such a lovely space. Everything is so crisp, clean and airy. I actually have the same typography rug in my dining room! I love your style and thank you for sharing!
Jennifer Claire
http://www.memento-designs.com
Not bad for a Friday. I MAY be able to accomplish all that in a week! Glad you had a productive day.
I did get the mulch spread and installed landscape lighting today. But, that was it ;0)
Brittany
Ok seriously…I insist on seeing how you popped in a fancy upholstered back on that busted chair. Can we get a tutorial!? I have about 6 chairs with busted backs that I can't bear to part with…and I have dreamed of upholstering the portion that is "missing." Pretty please? Another fabulous Miss Mustard Seed tute???
The chairs are beautiful and I like the one chair being done differently than the others..Can't wait to see how ya finished the other items you mentioned here today..Have a great weekend..Also sounds like ya had a great Friday evening..
Janet
Sounds like a very productive Friday. Have a great weekend!
You did ALL of that in one day?!?!?! That's incredibly impressive! And then you found time to be with your family AND blog. Wow. I'm picking my jaw up from the floor now =)