An Antique Bed, Furniture Facelifts and a Blog Hop Party!

I've pretty much have always loved those old beds with curved footboards...aren't they so pretty!  I found this antique bed about a month ago when a few of us Raleigh thrifters got together for "I Love Thrifting Day".  I had a blast and found some great things, including this bed that I picked out for my pre-teen daughter's room...

Flea Market Faux Fireplace & Master Bedroom Update

I'm still plugging away on those last few projects in my master bedroom that I shared with you a few weeks back.  I've really been trying to tackle the last few rooms of my house this summer since it's just too hot to do much furniture painting outside and I'm really close to several rooms "done" (are rooms ever really done?).  Anyway, if you recall, I gave you a peek of a mantel in my bedroom...

Eastern Migration

Well, it's official!  I'm excited to announce something that's been in the works for a few months...  After my husband and I and the three girls moved from the Pacific Northwest to Raleigh, NC last summer for my husband's job, my mom and step-dad decided to migrate east as well.  It's been a stressful time for all of us the last couple of years with two 2600-mile moves (and them having to sell their gorgeous home above), but we are all happy to be together again and of course, the girls love being with their grandparents...

My Favorite Image Transfer Product!

A couple of months ago at the Luckett's Spring Market, there was one question that was asked of me over and over...

..."How did you get the bee crest image to the back of your chairs?!"  I shared my technique with all who asked, but have also received some emails regarding these and my desk chair...

Southern Bloggers Conference...Where Creativity Blossoms!

I am so excited to be part of a wonderful group of bloggers that are in the process of planning the First Annual Southern Bloggers Conference where bloggers and DIY addicts can all come together in Raleigh, NC to meet and enjoy each other's company as well as learn from some incredible inspirational speakers and DIY demonstrations. 

Sweet and Simple Little Farm Table

I recently picked up this "mini farm table" and thought I'd have a little fun with the paint job.  It's difficult to see in the picture below, but it literally had the worst stain job that I've ever seen, but I wasn't worried about that at all...

Glaze Craze - Tips for Glazing Furniture

A few weeks ago when I shared my recently re-finished Coco dresser and master bedroom preview, I promised I'd pass along my tips for getting that glazed (dark or light) look for all your projects...