Miss Mustard Seed Inspired Hutch

by Michele | Nov 6, 2011 | Other

Custom work has become a rather substantial part of my store business. More than I would have ever anticipated! It’s fun to take someone else’s vision and turn it into reality with their furniture. I also drool over some of the furniture pieces that make...

The Piano Project Part 2

by Michele | Nov 6, 2011 | Other

My new piano:I got her last Tuesday and didn’t waste a moment to get started on the refurbishment of this very plain Jane piano (You can read about my purchase and transport of her here).I posted my great find on facebook to get some different ideas of how I...

Case of Mistaken Identity

by Michele | Nov 4, 2011 | Other

Your run of the mill, five-drawer dresser. Simple lines. Traditional hardware. A fun paint job. But wait!A faux drawer reveals none other than a traditional secretary! Strong enough to stash a small lap top or tablet with hidden storage for “officey”...

The Piano Project Part 1

by Michele | Nov 3, 2011 | Other

Have you ever seen the great origami pieces I have for sale in the store?I don’t make them. I have no patience for that kind of craftiness. The person who does make them (Dave) is one of the craftiest people I know! He is also a fabulous piano player and my...

More Burlap Please!

by Michele | Nov 2, 2011 | Other

I have no choice. I must keep this chair!I must tell you how I got this chair, though. Six weeks ago, I picked up my ADORABLE Papa Bernie to take him up north to my Aunt’s house. He says to me (and you have to imagine him saying it in the best 92 year old-old...

1950’s TV Turned Something Else

by Michele | Oct 29, 2011 | Other

Recognize this? They are so rare now, I couldn’t even find a picture of one in its original form. It is a 1940’s or 50’s TV. Well….was a TV. The TV components have been completely gutted and a shelf has been added. Cool, right? I picked this up...