Updated directors chair

I have to touch up the paint. I tried to do it today, but it bubbled because of the humidity. If it ever stops raining I will give those spots a quick sand and paint touch up.  I used the old covers as a template to make these covers and I already had the fabric that I purchased from Ikea in the liquidation bin.  Two cans of spray paint $10, chair $7, total $17 for a new to me fantastic chair.  One down, Six to go.
Before:

I'm linking up to Thrifty Thursday's at Bloggeritaville. and Saturday Night Special at Funky Junk Interiors and Mustard Seed Creations Furniture Feature Friday.

Easter cloche

I found this today at the GW. It stands about 14 inches high, one of the largest of these types of clocks I’ve seen. It was $5.00 and it’s glass, not plastic. The twirly thing at the bottom was missing. (edited to add, I've since learned that these are called anniversary clocks, who knew?)

I spray primed then a couple of coats of satin black, add cute ceramic bunnies holding giant carrot candles? Ha ha.  The bunnies I bought quite a while ago at the GW.  I can change it out with the seasons.



I’ve done a lot around the house this weekend, and worked a couple of hours OT too :)  I am working on one more project, which I will reveal later this week. It involves moulding and bedroom doors :)

I'm linking to Susan's Met Monday at Between Naps on the Porch and at Southern Hospitality

Butterfly art for my daughter

I used an Ikea Ribba frame, some foam core to make it more of a shadow box, sparkly letters and colour chip samples from the paint store. I made this for her for her upcoming 12th birthday. Her bedroom is black, white and red.
The two red butterflies represent her an I. She is the lone butterfly, flying in a different direction. I am in the pack, amongst her family and friends, who will always be there for her as she journeys through life.

Although this is an older project, I’m linking up to Fireflies and Jellybean’s Iron Crafter party. The theme is paint chips and this one fits the theme perfectly.

Crown moulding and baseboards are finally done

It took me weeks to finally get around to caulking and touch up painting.
The bulkhead was previously green

and now it’s painted out to match the cupboards. I think it looks so much nicer and gives the appearance of taller cabinets (sort of kind of)
Then I tackled the baseboards. I purchased a big sheet of mdf and had the store cut it down to 4” strips. I painted it out and then added chair rail, upside down.

I don’t know about you, but I have such a hard time getting to the final touch ups. I’m glad it’s completed.
Next I am going to install beadboard on the backsplash.

Computer nook update

Before

I mod podged the counter with wall paper, used scrap book paper to cover cereal boxes and a coffee can, moved the bulletin board to cover the phone outlet and moved the broken down pc.  It’s not perfect but it’s a whole lot better.
After

Spring refreshing

A jute rug will replace the existing rug.

Knock Off Art - Paper Butterflies

I was inspired by Catherine Swan at Paper Butterfly to create something new, fresh and exciting for my space. I don't get crafty very often, but this captured me. Alas the price is way above anything that I could afford, so I used mostly what I had to make it.

I used a frame that I had previously purchased, Amy Butler scrapbook paper that I already had. I did have to buy a mat board for $8.00. I had the art supply store cut it to the correct size. I also had to buy the foam glue dots for mounting the butterflies. The hardest part was cutting each one out  and getting them aligned on the mat board. The size is deceiving in the photo. The frame is 33" X 27", so it is substantial.

I'm linking up to Between Naps on the Porch and The DIY Show Off

new lamps

I got these yesterday at the G.W. Boutique. $6.99 each, and it was 50% off day, so two for the price of one.
I love the shape and the wood.

The wonders of steel wool

Remember the 30's art deco sailboat?  A co-worker suggested that I use fine (0000) steel wool to shine it up, as this is what he uses on his drums.  It works like a dream. Then he suggested that it can also be used on taps and sinks; I think he was implying that I should clean mine, that's when I shut down :)

Kitchen tile is done

I chose a porcelain tile with some texture and matched the grout to make it appear to have little contrast. Of course one thing leads to another and the walls now have to be painted. The backsplash will be replaced and my ultimate goal is new SS appliances.