Cottage Flair

It's Show and Tell Monday ... I have a bit of a mish mash to show today ... First, I came across a wonderful find on Friday. I have been looking for a vintage bike to paint like the one I did in the top picture. Many of you have seen this photo on my website. This bike sits in front of our shop in CT and customers always want to purchase it. On Friday I was taking my children to my parents and I was late to an appointment and there on the side of the road were five free bikes. My car was full of furniture as usual and I was so late that I couldn't stop but one was just perfect. Well, I am so happy to say that my thoughtful father and children went back and picked it up for me. Hopefully, it will be turning pink this week.

I have to admit that I read Lilli of Lilli Blue's post this morning and it inspired me to add this chair to my post. I have had this unfinished project for months. I painted the legs ages ago but haven't gotten to the recovering part yet. The fabric on it is lovely but unfortunately, very damaged. I found the pink floral vintage fabric at a tag sale for $10 that I think I will use for this chair. Maybe this will inspire me to work on it this week!

These are two small projects I finished. The magazine rack was black originally. I added the embellishments to both sides and painted it white. I think I am going to distress it as well. The little round table is ready for the shop. I love it's size and detailed legs.

Finally, I had a special request project from a customer. He wanted me to paint a sign to look old and chippy. He was very specific with wording and design. The name of the town is East Haven but the "townies" call it "Staven" which is why the EA and S are more distressed. I hope he likes it!! Thanks for visiting ...