End Tables-Finally Done!

It has been a long 3 months since I picked this pair up (here)and now they finally have a place to reside.  I have been on a mission this weekend to wrap up some projects that have been kind of tossed to the side and I am succeeding!  These tables did need a little tweaking, though.  We replaced the wood on the bottom and also added some small feet which were actually curtain finials that I picked up in the clearance bin at Fabricland.  Initially, I had given the tables a couple of coats of spray primer, so I just needed to prepare the bottom skirt and feet.  Once dried I applied two additional coats of Rust-Oleum Heirloom White.  I did try to glaze the front of one of the tables but did not like the effect so I repainted it white.  Some light sanding and a spray varnish nearly completes these bad boys.  I repainted the original  hardware, attached and BAM!  Complete!!  This is one project that I am so very happy to finish not to mention they are also a great addition to our family room, that is slowly starting to bloom.

 

I may consider trimming out the bottom with some moulding at some point to add an little more detail, but for now I am quite content with the outcome.

Kathryn

xoxo

Porch Patio Set

Hello Long Weekend!  What better way to kick start it than with a thrifty find.  I have been looking for a small wicker bistro style set for a couple of weeks and finally scored on Kijiji.  I wanted to add some seating to our long deck that runs along side of our house. We use this deck daily as it is our main entrance.  It is so long and narrow that we have never utilised the rest of the space.  I thought it would be great to have some small, simple seating right off the main door rather than have to venture down the stairs, along the house to the back patio.  And then, there is was on Kijiji.  Originally, they were asking $50 for three chairs and the table.  The set needed some TLC, so I thought I would low ball an offer of $30.  They accepted (insert happy dance).  On Thursday I popped into town to have a look before we sealed the deal.  One of the three chairs was really damaged so I left it behind and settled at $25!!  After a few minor repairs and reinforcements it was ready for paint.  A couple of coats of Tremclad spray paint in glossy black and a stained top brought this set back to life.  The old cushions from our patio set fit perfectly for extra cushion.  

I know where I'll be enjoying my next morning coffee!

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My Family, My Life

We recently had our family photos taken and I am so happy to share some of the great shots our photographer was able to capture.  I love my husband and my children to an extent that is indescribable and these pictures say it all!  Here is a sample

Painted Patio Carpet

A few posts ago I shared some photos of the start of our summer patio.  We had purchased some new patio cushions, a few accessories and also a rug.  Well, the rug tore the first night therefore for it made another trip back to the store.  I was unsure of the material when we purchased it and my suspicion was right.  So back to the drawing board.  I have been searching now for three weeks for another carpet however many of them are in the range of one hundred dollars and quite frankly, that is too much.  We had our old rug hanging around in the garage awaiting a trip to the dump, until a thrifty thought came to my mind.  What if I paint it?  I have nothing to lose, really.  If it fails, it's not like it's setting me back a whole lot.  So I picked up a small pint of black paint and had all of the other colours on hand.  With masking tape in hand I taped off the outer edge which was once blue and painted it black.  Once dry I randomly taped stripes across the carpet.  I had eleven stripes to fill in with paint.  My colour choice was black, green, brown and grey.  I have to say it was quite easy. What worked best for me was a mini roller from the dollar store and the end result: an inexpensive upgrade!  

Pinterest & Polyvore

As you are probably well aware, Pinterest is an amazing site of endless ideas. Truly, it can be quite addicting at times, to!  I have found some of my favourite blogs while searching for some great ideas there.  Recently,  I have found myself right in love with Polyvore.  It's a great site that offers a plethora of outfit ideas, right down to including shoes and accessories.  Whatever the season, colour palette or particular style, you are sure to find wardrobe inspiration.  Here are a few summer inspired outfits that are right up my alley.

Kitchen Cannister Make Over and Party Weekend

Hey!  Hope you had a great weekend!  Ours was great!  It's that time of the year that we celebrate the birthdays of both our children.  Last year we braved two parties in one day, but decided to split them this year.  So needless to say it has been busy with all the planning and celebrating, however I did manage to squeeze one small project in.  

Recently I purchased some vinyl to work on a project with ceramic plates.  The first attempt was kind of a disappointment so I reconsidered what I could use the rest of the vinyl for.  I decided to add some umph to my current counter top canisters.  The process was to easy. I simply cut the words out with my Cricut and transferred them to the glass.  I love the result.  It just makes them a little more decorative, all for the tune of about five bucks!

 Parker opening his gifts after an 1hr long ball hockey game

 Avery the fashionista posing!

Have a great day!
Kathryn

Back into the swing of things!

Well hello again!  Seems like it's been a while!  Things have been a little hectic around here the last couple of weeks.  I am proud to say that I have successfully completed my second half marathon in 1:58:43!  Fourteen minutes faster than my first attempt.  I also ran a 10.55km race this past weekend and placed 12th with a time of 57:44.  Now that I am in taper down/recovery mode I am finding a little extra time.

I haven't really started any new projects, though I have several anxiously waiting.  I have however managed to add to the list with some great yard sale finds.  For example, I picked up a pair of these for $10 each.  I love the "shutter look" on the doors!

My plans are to trim out the bottom and add some feet so they are raised.  So far I have applied a couple of coats of primer.  I purchased some paint today and aim to tackle this soon.  When finished they will reside in our family room.

Thanks for stopping by!

Kathryn