Ugly to Unique Keeper Buffet

               

This once ugly piece, took several months working on the redo, even more time to get this heavy piece in the house.  78 inches long and on wheels.  She is perfect in our foyer and located right across from the formal dining room.

BEFORE 

The middle drawer was beyond repair for me, so I added a shelf for large serving platters.

More AFTER

 

 

 

 

This piece was big and ugly, but I saw details and a future, not knowing at the time, I would keep it for myself.

 

This was last Xmas 2013 displaying my Santa items!
 

Now to work on doing my post for 2014 Xmas Décor. You will see this piece again, but several new DIY Christmas items that I did manage to finish for this year.  Tis the season to be busy and jolly!

Wishing all a great Holiday Season,
Marilyn

 

Sharing at these Parties:

 

 

http://boogieboardcottage.blogspot.com/2014/12/make-your-own-diy-stencil-and-linky.html

 

 

http://www.bystephanielynn.com/2014/12/sunday-showcase-no-270.html

Fall and Pumpkin 2014 Decor

     

Pumpkins, Pinecones, Sunflowers, and Cat Tails my favorite for Fall!

Fall is in the air, leaves are changing and decorating for fall

is fun.  You can still use most everything for Halloween and Thanksgiving,  just add Spooky for Halloween and then Turkey items for Thanksgiving.  That's 3 Décor Decorating times until Xmas, no other time can you leave you hard work out that long to enjoy!

 I have a new Tablescape with a Tutorial,  a new Fall Mantel

Décor, with an easy Banner.  Front Porch Fall Décor, and just some Fall Décor.  

I love Pumpkins, to look at and EAT!  I wanted Just Pumpkins for my Tablescape but nothing to put them on?  I also did not have just the right candle holders, but no problem after a few days this is what I came up with.

Pine Cones from local trees in a Mason Jar!
Just painted the lids, perfect size to hold the candles.

I had these fence boards from another project, but they are very inexpensive.  I just cut them to the size I wanted, then cut two for the bottom.  I did not want the legs to show, so I cut them shorter.
these serve two purposes, holds the three top boards together and I wanted to easily lift the whole wooden tray for room when eating in large groups.

I get in a hurry when doing some projects, didn't want to get the drill out and drill bits, so easy peasy, just nail a hole to easily get your screw in, they go in sooo much easier

I had these stain for the other project I did not do,
so glad I saved them.  Now they are ready to White Wash.

I just used some diluted white paint on a
dry brush, just play with it until you like the
distressed look.

I loved arranging my stash of pumpkins, this worked for me.

I did this hutch a few years ago and enjoy changing it up for all occasions.  All the pumpkin items were bought at, yes
Thrift stores and Garage sales!

Cutest pumpkin sugar and creamer!

OK, I need your help, anyone know anything about these Pumpkin side dishes I bought in early 1980's.  There is an "S" on the bottom but no luck for me finding the maker.

These dishes are gold, not a good picture here.


Now for the Fall Mantel Décor

This is my first home of many NOT have a Mantel,
Oh, I have had fireplaces, but no Mantel.  So I take great pleasure in finally Decorating it.

I had this webbing, over a year now, knowing I would do something with it someday!  You know when your out and about and see something you like, get it!  That my motto!

This is all I did, and I have plenty left Too!

Before we go outside, this is my hanging wreath as
you exit.  I put this outside last year on the house, but without the Sunflowers.  Every changing things, sound
familiar?

My porch décor is similar to last year, but a new wreath to match my fall vase décor.  I made the scrap wood pumpkin last year.

If you know me, I use Cat tails for everything,
they grew in abundance here, they fascinate me.

Well there you have it, I hope your Fall is Fabulous!
Take Care,

Marilyn

Fall Parties Here:

http://boogieboardcottage.blogspot.com/2014/10/make-easy-faux-vertical-mini-garden-and.html


http://www.astrollthrulife.net/2014/10/238th-inspire-me-tuesday_13.html


http://linda-coastalcharm.blogspot.com/2014/10/show-and-share-no232.html


http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2013/03/sns-178-reclaimed-wood-projects.html


http://modvintagelife.blogspot.com/2014/10/mod-mix-monday-171.html

http://ivyandelephants.blogspot.com/2014/10/vignettes-of-fall.html

 

 ~Fall Garden & Succulent Pumpkin Centerpieces and Simple & Sweet Fridays #138~

 

Pink Desk with Gold Bling!

              

BEFORE 

Not in too bad of shape, a few spots for wood fill, sand, and
drawer bottom repair.  The knobs were bronze, and I had a feel for gold for some bling!  After all she needed some glamor!

Distressed and waxed she is ready for a new life, I wonder who used her before, and how many sat with her?

Another desk with a file drawer!  This could be a vanity, side table, or sewing table.
 What do you think?

Take Care,
Marilyn

Purple Pleaser Redo

 

                    Purple Desk, Purple Hardware!

Purple with a girl or student in mind.
This desk is vintage with dovetail
drawers, and for the age is very clean inside.
It appeared to me a lady had this and took great care,
so a fresh new change was needed.



BEFORE

                     

Even back then (in the olden days) as my grandkids say, there was a file drawer.
 

 

I really like the footing on this one, nice curves!

Yes, even the back is pretty, love to maintain some
great wood, when I can!
Back to  more redo, I have another desk coming
in PINK!
take care,

Marilyn

Linking to these Parties:

http://www.thededicatedhouse.com/2014/09/before-and-after-wednesday-week-27.html

http://mysalvagedtreasures.blogspot.com/2014/09/vintage-inspiration-party.html

 

 

http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/2014/09/time-travel-thursday-210-talented-time.html

 

http://bec4-beyondthepicketfence.blogspot.com/2014/09/vintage-inspiration-party.html

 

http://www.lizmarieblog.com/2014/09/inspire-please-linky-party-24/

 

 

 http://acreativeprincess.blogspot.com/2014/09/its-party-174.html