I know it's been a while . . . and it's probably going to have to stay like this for a bit. I need to focus on life without computer for a time. I've forgotten how much I miss my "spare time". I've accomplished so much! I've read 1 1/2 books, cut and painted my guest bedroom, reorganized my craft area, cleaned my laundry room, purchased new bed linens (twice), slept and cuddled and repainted a bookcase.
Speaking of the repainted bookcase, here's my journey to a much cuter version of the above. When David and I moved into our home, the previous tenants had left behind a battered, cheap bookcase. I mean, the one from Wal-Mart. I mean, the $15 one. With veneer. Peeling off. Anyway, I hated it. I mean, REALLY hated it. So, after over a year of hating, I decided to not be a hater anymore and bought some primer, "French Bulldog" paint, scrapbook paper, modpodge glue and went to work. I put on two coats of primer and then anxiously awaited the time that I could put on the dark blackish blue paint that I love so much. While I waited for the bookcase to dry, I set to work on the back. I layered the adhesive onto the back of the 12 x 12 scrapbook paper and glued the corners to keep it down. Someone suggested that I spray a clear coat on top but I couldn't wait that long.
I did 3 coats on the bookcase and nailed that bad boy behind it and voila! I'm so happy with it. What do you think? I'll show you where it goes the next time I blog. I'm trying to get the guest room ready for
M's arrival in two weeks. I can't wait!
Remember when I decided to re-decorate? Here's my new coffee table and pillows. I moved the piano and the couch. 
I like the sofa in front of the window so much more.
Then, I FINALLY finished the guest room/office/sewing room/craft area. We inherited a queen sized bed so here she is! I copied Design Mom's idea and put up my ribbons on the wall. Isn't it fun?
Speaking of the repainted bookcase, here's my journey to a much cuter version of the above. When David and I moved into our home, the previous tenants had left behind a battered, cheap bookcase. I mean, the one from Wal-Mart. I mean, the $15 one. With veneer. Peeling off. Anyway, I hated it. I mean, REALLY hated it. So, after over a year of hating, I decided to not be a hater anymore and bought some primer, "French Bulldog" paint, scrapbook paper, modpodge glue and went to work. I put on two coats of primer and then anxiously awaited the time that I could put on the dark blackish blue paint that I love so much. While I waited for the bookcase to dry, I set to work on the back. I layered the adhesive onto the back of the 12 x 12 scrapbook paper and glued the corners to keep it down. Someone suggested that I spray a clear coat on top but I couldn't wait that long. 
I did 3 coats on the bookcase and nailed that bad boy behind it and voila! I'm so happy with it. What do you think? I'll show you where it goes the next time I blog. I'm trying to get the guest room ready for M's arrival in two weeks. I can't wait!
