Finally! The first refinished project of the year! I’ve been so busy in the studio, but haven’t really had a finished product to share until now. Proof that I’ve actually been working!
This story of this piece: A few months ago, right around the time when my sweet friend, Melissa, dropped off her dresser to be refinished, she also dropped off this cute little frame. Not having a table top big enough to work on it, I held on to it, hoping for a studio space. January 1st rolled around, I got my studio, and access to a big ol’ table top. I was finally able to get crackin’ on this cute little frame.
This was a fairly simple project, but required lots of time and paint. After sanding it down and fixing up some of the joints, I applied layer after layer of primer and paint. I decoupaged some fabulous patterned paper (the same paper to line the Blue Dresser drawers), and high gloss clear coat over for shine and protection, kind of like when you get your manicure done, ladies!
It’s February 1st! January flew by and it’s been since December I’ve posted anything about embroidery! Don’t get me wrong, I’ve been doing plenty in preparation for the big craft fair in April. I’ve designed a couple new napkin sets for the occasion based on feedback I had received during the holiday season. Many people loved the idea of having a themed napkin set, but for the most part, people didn’t seem dedicated to the concept of having all four match or two pairs in a set. 
Yes, this year, 2016, is going to be my year of becoming just a little bit more legit. I really don’t care that it sounds corny. I’m making things happen.
Not bad for only being 18 days into the New Year, right? I’m so excited. So excited. I’m proud of what I am doing too. I have a lot to learn… like bookkeeping, accounting, writing a business plan. All that fun stuff… It’s a little overwhelming too, but in a healthy way. It’s comforting knowing I’m getting closer to something I really, really want. It’s going to be an adventure and I hope you’ll enjoy my updates: good, bad, and the crafty.
Ok, Ok, it’s no secret I’m completely head over heels, and googly eyed over refinishing furniture. Like most projects they need a home. A stack of embroidered towels is one thing, but a collection of furniture seems to build up a lot quicker in a one bedroom apartment.
I feel like just the other day I just wrote an entry about how I’ve been working far too much and not focusing on what matters to me. I get stuck like a hamster in a wheel or a drone working for the Queen. It’s the daily routine, the grind, the mindlessly trudging away, and when I get to the point of pausing I find myself scratching my head, “Why am I doing this?”
og entries.” They were onto something without a doubt.
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