old radios never die. . .

they just move to newer homes. . .

This vintage radio cabinet came to me 5 years ago. . .I never really saw a purpose for it, but paint can work miracles. It now has four coats of paint to giving it a " time-worn" look. The cabinet is being delivered tomorrow to its new home.

Easy storage. . .

clean and white. . .

Ready for the beach, sunroom, den. . .just about anywhere. The perfect rattan bookcase/e'tagere just waiting for all of your books and collectibles.

The bookcase has been painted white and distressed, a steal at $42, available at Troy Antiques, Troy AL.

Beach Chic. . .

too cute for the beach . sunroom, bedroom. . .just about any place you need a splash of color.

This unique bench has been constructed from a rattan headboard and new lumber. A project with Cottage and Cabin. . .Bobby did a great just building the bench and I painted and made the simple pillows.

The bench is available at Troy Antiques and we offer some delivery options. Call for details (334.657.2447)

Happy Easter/Birthday!

to our great niece. . .

The cute lime green bag has been decorated with gerber blooms and filled with an Easter chick, vintage necklace, marbles, note pad and extra surprise.

Hope you enjoy it Melissa!

Art Deco. . .

meets shabby chic. . . meets anthropologie. . .

This waterfall style dresser has been painted white and distressed. A variety of drawer pulls changes the look from simple shabby chic to an anthropologie style! The antique mirror completes the look. . .the perfect combination.

Dresser is available at Troy Antiques for $78; antique mirror, $30.

Terra Cotta Open House. . .

Just a sneak peak into my talk "Antiques in the Garden".

This vintage planter has been transformed into a wonderful centerpiece or candleholder. A wine glass, to hold the candle, has been "planted" with the flowers! Creeping phlox was added around the glass.

Hopefully, I will post notes from my talk along with photos.

the black. . .

of the bumblebee. . .

In yesterday's post I mentioned that my shop window will have the "colors of a bumblebee". . .yellow of the desk and black of this sideboard.

This is a simple piece of furniture is the "black" in the window . . .first a dresser/chest of drawers, this chest can transform into a buffet or sideboard, foyer table, behind-the-sofa table, television stand, or back to a dresser.

This piece has been painted and distressed and has just a hint of red peaking through the distressing. Available at Troy Antiques for $74.