First Post! Woot-Woot!!!

I finally did it! Epic day for me!! I signed up for a BLOG. I've read, searched and then read even more blogs... I've always wanted to be the one posting whatever awesomely cool thing I've created, baked, or even just attempted... So now what do I do? I guess I just have to get the first post out of the way, so that I can share something fun next time.

Holy cow... this is kind of intimidating. I'm not a writer or a professional at anything I'm doing. If nothing comes of this, at least I will have some fun sharing our little family story, and maybe my attempts at a craft or two. I guess that was a disclaimer, and my way of saying hope I don't suck at this!

Today I did a little rummaging at my Grandfather-in-law's house. He has recently moved and the kids are buying up stuff left and right to keep in the family. I was hoping to find some cheap cool vintage furniture to jazz up and make beautiful for our home.

I found a little side table that is just begging for a little sprucing up. I think it might be fabulous in navy.  I also bought a nightstand. Inspiration hasn't struck me for this yet. I found a luggage rack too. Well, once upon a time it may have been a luggage rack. My plan for this is to fix the structural issues, and then I will create an upholstered cushion to make a little bench or ottoman. That shouldn't be too hard, right?! I also found a few nicknacks and accessories that will be cute additions if when I finish redoing my new tables. So excited!

Here are my new treasures... (sorry for the lousy garage backdrop!)




Thanks for checking out my new blog! Can't wait to here from you!!!

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