I nearly didn’t publish this post. When I finished extending the legs of this little table, I wasn’t totally satisfied with how it turned out. However, I have been living with this table in my kitchen for a few months now. Continue reading
I started collecting china (of the pretty cups and plate variety) about eight years ago. It all started when Dad come to stay and very generously cooked us a roast chicken. Much to his “horror” I had no gravy-boat for the homemade gravy and we had to make do with a plastic measuring jug. Continue reading
I have been going through a bit of a planting frenzy at home … of the indoor variety. I’ve never had indoor plants before, but I always found gardening … even if it’s just watering …. very relaxing. Continue reading
I recently had lunch with a good friend Polly who was keen for some tips on painting a pine bed for one of her boys. She had read the makeover of my pine bookcase here and was inspired to do something similar herself. I was chuffed! Brilliant … send me some photos … what better way to spend a long weekend! Continue reading
We have a lovely big print in our lounge room, the colours are great and it fits well into the décor. The only problem is the frame was a little, well … uninspiring, but I knew all it needed was a coat of paint to make it pop! The frame is made of wood, with some lovely detailing and bevelling. I had never used spray paint before and decided this would give me the smooth, flawless finish I was after … I thought I was onto a winner! Continue reading
For the last few years I have been slowly making my way around the house singling out unloved, unpopular or outmoded pieces of wooden furniture for a “distressed” makeover. Continue reading