{chairs with socks?}

Chairs with socks? Whaaat? Yes! We got a magazine not too long ago that had an article on reviving an old chair. Now, we don't own any old chairs, but we do own a couple of bar height stools that we keep in the living room for extra guests. They are simple and clean stools that lack personality. So, why not give them some personality for free? I grabbed my brush, paint, tape and sandpaper and in about twenty minutes, voila, they were wearing socks! Can a chair have any more personality?

 

If you'd like to see more images of other chairs with socks, visit http://veneerdesigns.com/blog/?p=1084

{vintage signs}

I've had a thing for old signs for quite some time now, but I can never seem to find one that suits my space. Also, I can't bring myself to pay very much for one. After finding inspiration from some photos I found while looking at bathroom remodels, I decided to tackle this job myself. I went to my new favorite store (Habitat for Humanity ReStore) and spent $2.00 on an old piece of wood. Below is my inspiration and the final product.

http://www.countryliving.com/homes/house-tours/contrasting-textures-colors-0206?click=img_sr

Ahhh...looking at these spaces just makes me want to slip away to them.

Anyways, I wanted to make a sign that looked like it came from an old greenhouse or plant nursery. I liked the idea of it having something to do with Tim's planting. I asked Tim to come up with the name and he decided on "Spriessen" which is German for the word "sprout". I really enjoyed making it and I think it turned out pretty nice. So, here is the progression of my $2.00 sign...

{my newest project}

 

I painted this stork for good luck. Hopefully, it will go in our baby's room one day. 

Cross your fingers.

Below is the image I found that inspired this painting.