Vintage Book Organizer Tutorial

Recently went antiquing and picked up this adorable "The Splendid Book for Girls" book. 

The colors on the front and back covers were so beautiful and charming it inspired me to create a little business organizer. 

DIY: Rustic Vintage Door Decor

Let's just ease our way into fall...

rather than busting out the orange pumpkins and leaf motif. 

That was the inspiration for this Rustic Vintage Door Decor project. 

Thursday's Treasures #4

I am a week behind. AAAHHH!

Alas, better late than never. Just have been so busy with projects that photos get taken and then I have to focus to put them together.  Literally have three blog post photos ready, I just have to sit and edit. 

My Visit to Tehachapi, California

Sometimes I get to travel around the smallest parts of California. This last month I was able to spend some time in the beautiful city of Tehachapi, California. 

Before and After: Vintage Thread and Bobbin Case

Found this awesome gem at a local flea market. This old wood thread holder/case was a score at $5.00!! 

Annie Sloan Chalk Paint 101

Yesterday I did my first Annie Sloan Chalk Paint piece of furniture!!

Excited, definitely. After my class and coming home I sat and looked at my finished piece and it just got all my brain in marathon mode with ideas. 

To put it mildly, I was planning on repainting all of my furniture. 

Outdoor Fall Table

Day two of my Fall series of DIY tutorials. 

Check out Day One: From Pallet to Distressed Harvest Sign

Alameda Point Antique Fair

Alameda Antique Fair is one of the largest fairs and has been featured in tons of magazines. It is my favorite!!