Frozen in Time

by Michele | Jun 17, 2011 | Other

If you have kids, you will be able to relate! They (meaning the kids) come home from school, church, play dates, friends houses, etc. bearing gifts of art and other hand made creations. They get thrown onto the refrigerator until there is no room left and then mom...

It’s Fun to be Fancy

by Michele | Jun 16, 2011 | Other

I can hardly believe it’s been only a week since I took possession of my new storefront. And, what a busy week it has been. I have gotten rid 1100 sq. feet of green carpet (posted for free on craigslist), 20 feet of peg board and shelving (craigslist), window...

Excuse me sir, but how much is your hand?

by Michele | Jun 13, 2011 | Other

Today, my hubby and I spent a glorious morning and afternoon at the monthly Pasadena Flea Market, one of my FAVORITE places to go (his, too…and if you don’t believe me, just ask him)! Normally, when I go swap meet shopping, it is with my dearest friend...

Completely Shabby and Totally Chic!

by Michele | Jun 10, 2011 | Other

I could hardly contain myself when I found this completely uhhhhmazing yard sale find! Well, to be honest, I was containing myself quite well because my natural assumption was that the asking price was going to be far above what I’d be willing to pay. It was...

Mommy Picker Takes a Break…

by Michele | Jun 3, 2011 | Other

…but only for one weekend! I’m free of children for three glorious nights for a weekend getaway to celebrate nine years of marriage. Awwww 😉 I couldn’t leave without sharing my final project for the week and some fantastic sales from the past week....

Totally Revitalized!

by Michele | May 31, 2011 | Other

Thanks to the holiday weekend, I had loads of time to spend on some outdated furniture pieces that I picked up on Saturday! I completed what has become my favorite furniture retrofit project (at least up to date). An old and very dilapidated vanity, complete with...