Black Buffet

I love a simple makeover and black looks good on almost anything.  Nuff said. :)

 Before

 After

I just got rid of the little thingamajigs on the doors and replaced them with magnetic latches on the inside, updated the wood knobs to pulls (love them always!), and cleaned out and lined the drawers.  

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dimensions: 50"W x 18.5"D x 37"H

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Antique Peacock Side Table

If you know me at all you know I cannot resist a great pair of legs!  Well this little table has 3 pairs of great legs!  It was pretty rough when it came to my shop.  Parts were falling off and it needed some minor repairs, but (along with those fabulous legs) I  loved the shape of it and the inlay on the top.  I debated whether or not I should paint the top, but in the end I just couldn't do it! :)  I had so much fun painting this radio cabinet that I couldn't wait until I found another piece to do the same color.  I knew right away when I saw it that it was the one. :)

 Before

 After

 I sanded the top all the way down (but left some of the old stain on the edges because I like the way it looks when you restain it)  and stained it with Minwax in Dark Walnut, then gave her 3 coats of poly in a semi-gloss.  I just realized I covered up the inlay with all my "stuff".  Oops!  It is very unique and pretty... maybe I'll have to go back and take another pic. 

 This color is just so pretty--so much better in person, too.  I just stood there and stared at it for a minute (yes, I'm nuts!).  

 Check out all those yummy legs!

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I Have Overcome the World

I saw Stacey (at Embracing Change) had posted about this verse on FB.  I just wanted to show her the plaque a wonderful friend helped me make, but couldn't post the pic on FB without putting it on my blog (I'm not very tech savvy obviously!).    

 But, now that it's here, I just want to say how grateful I am for a loving Savior who has overcome all that we may depend on Him and find strength through Him.  There are some days I don't know how I will make it through, but I know because of His grace and mercy it is possible.  

So, my simple testimony.

I know my Savior lives!

White Empire Dresser

This dresser was in an old family cabin on the lake that was going to be demolished.  They were selling a few pieces that were left and I got first dibs. :)  I loved the shape and it was in beautiful condition.  It had this....ummmm....ghastly interesting faux tiger wood finish.  It made my eyes hurt to look at it for too long--like staring at tiny polka dots or zebra stripes.  Anyway....  :)

 Before

 After

Much better!  I absolutely love the clean, soft look she has now.  Perfect for the little girl it's going to!

I loved these knobs with the bubbles in them!  So cute.  And, of course, the crystal pink flowers!

Check out her subtle but gorgeous curves. 

 This is my adieu to summer and warm days... :(  (Loving fall, but I also know winter is right around the corner!  Boo!)