Sanford and Son?

On days that I have been working outside, my husband often comes home and jokes that he feels like he's coming home to Sanford and Son (I am probably dating myself but for those of you who don't know what that is, it's an old t.v. show about a father who is a junk dealer and his frustrated son). Yesterday it was a bit cooler so I hauled out lots of furniture that has been awaiting sanding. For the first time in 16 years I actually hired someone to do the work and it was totally worth it. I have been so busy with my children and visitors I haven't been able to get much done. I came home to all of these pieces prepped and ready for painting. So ... here are a few photos of what is awaiting transformation!!

I have gotten a few things primed and am trying to get them finished.This is a view into my work area . This dining room table has six pretty chairs, three of which had to be moved into my house for lack of space.

This is a pile of old painted boards, cabinet doors and trim pieces that someday will become fun signs.

I'll post again when some of the pieces are done. Thanks for visiting ...

I hope everyone had a chance to join in the Make Mine Pink Shop Hop ... good luck on winning some great prizes!!

I am just back from the Atlanta Gift Mart. It was a great show ... in the next few weeks through the holidays we will be adding lots and lots of wonderful gifts and home decor items to the website. Sometimes we go and find just a few new things. This time the show was amazing! We ended up buying much more than we expected. I can't wait for it to arrive!! Unfortunately, they really don't like you to take pictures so I don't have anything to share. For anyone who has been there, you know what a huge show it is. We walked for three and a half days straight and still did not get to see all of the vendors. In fact this year, we ran out of time to do one whole building!! It is always so much fun to go!!

I have been slacking off a bit in the painting department because of Summer and family visiting. I am trying to get back to work this week. Hopefully, I'll have some new pieces to share.

Thanks for visiting ...

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Christmas in July Shop Hop
July 16th - 20th
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Make Mine Pink Friday

It's been WAY too long since I last posted on my blog. Where does the time go?? Summer is always busy but this year has been especially so. I have been enjoying time with visiting family and trying to work in between. I made a promise to myself that I will get back to blogging on a regular basis next week. So for now ... today is Make Mine Pink Friday. If you have a minute, stop by Cottage Flair and the boutiques at Make Mine Pink. I hope you are all enjoying your Summer!!

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Friday July 9th 2010 as we present

"Coastal and Casual Chic"

Casual coastal decor often gives us the opportunity to repurpose discarded furniture and decor that no longer fit into someone’s home decor. Items that have been well-loved because of the special memories they hold or just because of the way they catch your eye, will fit in perfectly in your casual coastal space.

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The "Farm" is growing

I have been missing from blogland for a few weeks now. It seems like every fun thing I've done I've forgotten to bring my camera along. I spent yesterday taking a few photos of the "growings" around our house. Let me preface this post by telling a little about myself. I graduated from college with a degree in fashion merchandising and dreams of working in a big city. I interviewed in NY, Boston and Atlanta. I moved back to my smallish hometown temporarily (not so much) and ended up never leaving the area. In fact, I moved 20 minutes farther away from "the hub". I had always thought I'd be a city girl in the fashion world. Well, life and circumstances change but my friends and I never thought there would be a day when I would be thrilled that my Mother's day gifts would be a beautiful pot of flowers (see above) and four baby chicks!! Well, that day is has arrived and I have to say, I love the way my goals have changed.
So ... two days ago were a big day here on the farm (not really a farm but close). One of our hens hatched four little chicks. It was very exciting!! Then yesterday, one of the eggs we moved to an incubator hatched. My boys have had such a wonderful experience with all of these goings on.

Here are a few of the chicks

These are my "designer" chicks I got as a gift. I just love their feather "hats".

Our puppy is growing like a weed and has brought such joy to our house. She needs a few lessons in sleeping like a lady though!!

I have been working too ... in between all of the activity. I love the style of this dresser. Vintage pieces have such beautiful detailing.

Thanks for visiting ... I do have lots of new goodies listed on my site. Stop by and take a peek if you have a minute.

Mother's Day Shop Hop

It's time for:

The Make Mine Pink Mother's Day Shop Hop

Please join us April 25th through May 1st for our annual MMP Mother's Day Shop Hop. We have lots of great prizes to win for yourself or that special mom on your shopping list. It's easy and fun to play. No purchase necessary! Click the link below for details and to sign up and join the fun!

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Special Delivery

We got a puppy!!! We have never had a dog so this is BIG news at our house. The photo above is what we fell in love with on the Labs4rescue website. It is an amazing organization that is actually run out of our small town here in CT but caters to states all over. Our sweet little 11 week old girl arrived yesterday from Texas. I feel like I have a new baby (and slept like I had one too). Seriously, the last 24 hours have gone so much better than I expected. My boys are so excited for our new addition. We decided to call her Tali because our favorite ski trail at Magic Mountain is Talisman but because she is a girl, it's just Tali.

If you are looking for a lab of any kind, I highly recommend Labs4resuce. It was a wonderful experience ... everyone involved cares so much about the dogs. The transport company, Rescue Road Trips, was great to deal with as well. It was a smooth process and we are thrilled that she has arrived!

Here she is straight out of the transport crate into our care.

My younger son with Tali on the ride home.

She jumped on her new bed the minute she walked in the house. How did she know??

Welcome to your new home Tali!!