Well, Mondays are my day off - but I worked today anyway (which I always do) but it was wonderful because it was absolutely GORGEOUS. Mid 70's - the perfect breeze - lots of sunshine - I guess it gave me a big boost of energy. So here are a few of my projects - some finished - others on their way.
The "before" picture...
another "before" pic... a table I had in my garden which was on its last leg - here I had already begun to disassemble it - took the planks off the top - took the legs off - cut off the rotten ends...
...found some scrap wood and trim in the garage...
...put them all together - painted them black and...
... and there you have it - a great pair of candlesticks.
Next I sanded, primed and painted the two lil' tables which needed some serious TLC.
Like I always do - I distressed them ( so they would match me -hehe)
...and I put back on the pretty lil' old knobs.
BOTH TABLES SOLD - THANK YOU CARA AND TIFFANY
Now the straight edge lumber is from the table top I destructed and the pickets are from an old fence that was at my parents house. I painted them with "pumpkin bar" paint and they will soon become signs like "pumpkins for sale" and whatever else I can think up.
Oh and yes - I also made and delivered 6 flowers arrangements today - watered about 1,600 plants and cleaned some windows!!!! I'd be in good shape if everyday could be like today but most days I start many projects but rarely finish any.
It was a great day - hope yours was as well!
Blessings,
Cathy
Tell me what are you taking to have that much energy? Love everything you got done!
ReplyDeleteVery impressive amount of work!! Kudos to you :o) I love the candlesticks....very pretty!!!
ReplyDeleteWow! I feel tired just reading about everything you did. Does that mean I can have a day off? Haha!! Something about the cooler weather and the breeze... it makes everything easier. I found more energy yesterday, too. Yay!! I swear I am going to have to take a trip there just to go to your store. I would have to buy everything, though... so I would need a very large truck!! :)
ReplyDeleteGreat Job!!! Love the 'wildflower' boquets too. Pop over to my blog see my Memories Box. Have another perfect day! Seems the whole week is gonna be this way. We cannot complain.;]
ReplyDeleteGirl you have been busy! I love the tables:) Have a great week
ReplyDeletejulie
I need to get busy like you! Love those candlesticks and the tables look awesome in black, of course!
ReplyDeleteYour tables look great! Do you mind telling me what type of black paint you used?
ReplyDeleteHoly cow! You got quite a lot accomplished. It all looks great!
ReplyDeleteCathy--
ReplyDeleteWeren't you a busy bee. It is always nice when projects get finished-what a accomplishment it is!
Everything looks so nice and fresh.
Slow down a bit though.
Melinda
Great projects!!! I love the idea of making pumpkin signs out of the old fence slats and wood from the table top.
ReplyDeleteWhere do you get your energy?? Feel free to come to my house and help me. :)
Blessings~ Birgit
Thanks everybody for your kind words. I got a couple of e-mails and Rhonda asked too - I hope she sees this. The right kind of paint to use always varies from project to project but for items like the ones in this post - I used black spray paint on the candlesticks and an antique black distressing kit - from Lowes. It has the paint, the sanding block as well as the antiquing stain for the top coat. Always be sure to use the correct primer - that is key. Hope this helps! Cathy
ReplyDeleteGirl this is your day off and you accomplished all this??? JEEESEEE.....love it all...had fun catching up with ya..been gone on vacation. PLEASE let me know when you make another sepia toned bracelt would love to purchase one. hugs, cherry
ReplyDeleteLove the candlesticks!!! I'm going to be on the lookout for parts to make my own!
ReplyDeleteAll looks wonderful! the candle holders were really creative, I love them. You are just the busy bee.
ReplyDeleteI will be sewing all weekend I hope, that is if my fabric arrives that I ordered. I have eight yards.
Enjoy your long weekend,
Elizabeth
Don't you love days like that? I need more of them. Love all of your projects! How creative!
ReplyDeleteCathy
I love everything. The signs will look great with that color. The tables look amazing and the candlesticks are beautiful!!
ReplyDeleteGreat job on everything.
Ruth
BEAUTIFUL!!!! STUNNING!!
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