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Thrifted Bookshelf Makeover

April 22, 2010 jennifer Decorating

The return of sunshine and warm temperatures means a lot of good things.

One of them is the opportunity to paint. I picked up this little bookshelf at my local thrift store for $5.

It spent the winter in the garage holding shoes. This week I went after it with a can of Rustoleum’s Heirloom White spray paint.

It’s a nice creamy white. I chose not to distress it after painting.

One of the things I liked about the shelf was it’s open construction. With no sides or back it seems to use less space. I also like the character of the posts. Another interesting thing about it is the angled top shelf. It was clearly an easel or music stand at one point.

The good thing about this is that it can’t catch a bunch of clutter on the top shelf. The down side is that I have this plain piece of wood on top:

I think it might be fun to add a monogram.

Regardless, I’m happy to have it now holding the books that have been stacked on the floor in my bedroom. I added a few pieces of my collection of vintage silver. It’s nice to get them out of the cupboard.

I’m curious. Would you add a monogram or leave it as is? Any ideas?

Thanks for stopping by! Have a great day!

Hopeful Homemaker Linked to The Inspired Room , Transformation Thursday and Remodelaholic

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Rural Jardin by French General

April 21, 2010 jennifer Quilting and Sewing

A layer cake from French General’s second fabric collection arrived in the mail last week and I’ve been looking at it ever since.

I must admit that I braced myself for disappointment because I loved Rouenneries so much. The thought was unnecessary; I’m very impressed! Here’s a peek at this beautiful new collection.

A very pretty array of cream with reds.

Followed by an equally beautiful selection of cream with blues.

Toile in three colorways.

More of the red-faded-to-pink color that was in Rouenneries.

And some GORGEOUS deep reds that I’m loving.

This pretty selection of dusty aquas.

And this STUNNING group of deep blue.

I think this is my favorite print in the entire bunch. It comes in red, aqua and beige as well.

There are also some beautiful solids.

I was unable to find any at my local shops, but I know that this collection also includes an incredible selection of wovens, particularly plaids. The few I’ve seen are amazing. I wish I had a layer cake or some charm packs of the wovens as well. Simply beautiful!

Once again, French General has done a great job. This line contains all of my favorite colors: red, white, blue and aqua. Lots of pretty florals that call up memories of dresses from many years ago. And although I don’t have pictures, that adorable little design along the selvage is on every bolt again. Good thing! I really like that touch. I hope it’s part of their signature style.

This lovely group is my next project. I’m so excited to see these incredible prints work together. Nice work, Kaari! You’ve done it again!

Hopeful Homemaker

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Wicker Rocking Chair

April 19, 2010 jennifer Decorating

Last year I promised myself a place to read beneath the cherry tree when it blossomed in the spring. I cannot explain how much I love this tree. Its branches have gone from buds to blooms in just two days, so today’s task was to keep my promise to myself.

A couple of years ago I picked up an old wicker rocking chair for $5. It’s been used here and there, but most recently it’s been sitting in the basement. Not much to look at.

The wicker table was a thrift store find.

A trip to Home Depot yielded three cans of Rustoleum spray paint in Spa Blue. It reminds me of a piece of Pine Cone Hill furniture, or an Adirondack chair out of a catalog.

It’s just what I was hoping for. I’m pleased with the results. Don’t you love what a little paint can do?!

I know where I’ll be sitting when the little ones enjoy a backyard picnic tomorrow!

Every spring I feel like our cherry tree turns the backyard into something of a paradise. My blue wicker is the finishing touch that begs you to go sit beneath it and inhale the lovely scent of the blossoms while you lose yourself in a good book.

Wish you were here to join me!

Hopeful Homemaker Shared at DIY Day and A Silly Little Sparrow

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