Winks...

Reclaimed things almost always have what I call winks.... that little nod acknowledging that this is something from a time gone by, and a reminder of it's life before.  I like these winks from the past.  They provide markers and continuity, and are part of the story of the life cycle of the object.  They lend character to a piece, like well earned crow's feet add depth to eyes.

I am also a bit of a perfectionist.  This morning I am doing battle with a wink that is too impudent to leave unadressed. I am really pleased with how the buffet in Old Ohcre is turning out!  Just one thing is bugging me.  One corner of one door drags just slightly when I shut it.  So I got out the sand paper.  No.  Now the rasp.  Not so much.  It feels like a stubborn, mischevious child.  Of course it could just be that the door is solid wood and nearly two inches thick;)  Wink.  Back to it!

This Year's Christmas Ornament

Each year at Thanksgiving, we make Christmas ornaments, usually in the company of dear friends.  I can't take credit for either this year's idea or design.  My oldest daughter found this cute idea on Pinterst. 

They were easy to do, even for the little ones!  First cut copper wire (I used 20 gauge.) and turn back one end so that the buttons don't come off as you work.

Next, get your buttons together, and cut ribbons for the bows.  String your buttons on.  Have fun with the colors and sizes!  When your ornament is the size that you want, twist the wires at the top to close the circle and create a top loop for the wire hanger.  Then tie your bow and and voila!  Super easy and cute!

And here they are!  Making ornaments together each year gives us something to remember our celebration of what we are thankful for by.   It is also is creating a stash of ornaments and memories that the girls can one day hang on their own trees. 

It's Going to be Gorgeous!

Just a few finishing touches to go, and this beautiful buffet will be ready for a new home!

Just Saying...

It ain't nothing for a girl to get up and get our her power tools, make a missing piece of trim for a beautiful old buffet, wash up and get to church with earrings on by 11:00am :)

Sad, but True...

I am going to have to say goodbye to my 99cent brush, and after all we have been through together!  A buffet, a nightstand, a chair, and half of another buffet.  Well, I guess the little guy couldn't last forever.

French Medallion End Table with Marble Top $95

This beautiful little end table is done in Annie Sloan's Chalk Paint in Arles, with an aged effect, and fun little caster wheels.  28"L x 18"W x 23"H.  It will add a special touch to almost any room of the house, with it's warm, buttery, yet neutral gold tone offset by the cream marble top and medallion.  reclamationdesignsgmail.com

Anticipation...

I have the buffet that I am working on next washed down and taped.  I am so excited to get started with painting tomorrow!  If all goes well, it will be ready for sale before Thanksgiving...