Classically Simple

by Michele | Dec 22, 2011 | Other

Last Sunday, we sold eight pieces of furniture! I was so excited to free up some space in the store for some of the finished pieces that I have been stowing in my garage for the past few weeks. Once I moved everything around, though I was loving the openness; ridding...

Redone…Again!

by Michele | Dec 18, 2011 | Other

I crinkle my nose at the thought of redoing furniture multiple times. But, my options for a dresser that hasn’t sold in six months are limited. I couldn’t give this thing away…and believe me, I tried. So, I decided to redo it in hopes that it will...

French Couture

by Michele | Dec 17, 2011 | Other

All I know about couture is that I can’t even afford to say that word. Nonetheless, I decided to use French Couture inspired phrasing on a salvaged side table.My before picture got lost somewhere, but I can tell you this table was ugly. Boring. Uninspiring....

A Perfect Pairing

by Michele | Dec 16, 2011 | Other

I normally wouldn’t consider these two pieces to be a perfect pairing. They are distinctly different styles and completely different types of wood. However, these two pieces are joining the bird desk that I did several months back.  So, we...

101 Years

by Michele | Dec 15, 2011 | Other

In 100 years, what will people cherish from our lifetime? Anything? It’s hard to imagine that anything I have would be considered valuable in the next century…except for the old, old stuff…like early 1900’s old. Perhaps my full set of hardback...

Knot Too Shabbys’ Gift Giving Guide

by Michele | Dec 14, 2011 | Other

I Loooooove to give presents! I love the thrill of finding the perfect gift for someone and anticipating their reaction. However, I HATE shopping…which makes the whole gift giving thing a bit of a challenge. I can’t stand going to malls. I don’t like...