The Reveal::

                    I finished the lamp shade yesterday evening, during the Super Bowl. Two things, I discovered while doing this project. One, a drum like shade would have been easier. Maybe, I wanted that spacing effect more than gathered? You know what I mean? That's fine.. I used what I had on hand. Laura, from 52 Flea told me she has made several of these lamp shades before. She used charms to embellish her shades. That sounded cool too. So, many possibilities here. Also, rather than covering the paper brim of the top and bottom of the shade. I left it naked with the paper showing it's age.
                 So, if you have a naked lamp cage and some lace lying around. Make one! It took me about thirty minutes or so. More time wasted picking out lace and trim. That was the fun part. Let me know if you decide to make one. I would love to see it.
               Anyway, it's Monday. The start of a new week.
               Make it a good one :)
                                                                   xxx Liz
                

Hello::

                               The primroses made me smile yesterday afternoon while, I was shopping at the garden center. So, in my cart they went. You know me, old black thumb. I'm sure they won't last for very long. Don't they make you happy? Have a wonderful weekend. I'm working on two projects right now, that have deadlines. So, I'm signing off with this one thought for today........... enjoy the little things! 
                                              xxx Liz

Vintage Wallpaper::

                                Remember, designing a Home around this?

      Remember the days when we couldn't wait to wallpaper a room in our homes? Or, remember those days of not being able to wait to take it down? I remember it all too well. Frankly, I'm glad I'm over it! Until, I saw these rolls at the thrift shop calling me. No, I'm NOT about to wallpaper. Here are some ideas for using vintage wallpaper rolls: wrapping paper, book covers, collage, card making, dresser draw liners, coasters and valentines.  Hey, why not recycle those unwanted rolls? Oh, no I hear another project coming.... we shall see!
      Speaking of projects. Thank you for all those great comments about the shade. You guys rock! Yes, I'm going to finish it now. I'll show and share at the end of the week ;)

         Thanks for stopping by.......Time for me to get din, din started!

                                                         
                                                               xxx Liz



       

Lamp Shade DIY::

      It's  time to work on that vintage regency lamp. A  purchase that was made weeks ago thrifting. You know.. I brought it home with the dome? At the time, I was more excited about the dome. Now, I need a shade for this beauty of a lamp. Here's a sneak peek of this no sew project. My inspiration came a calling from Pinterest. I like to give credit where credit is do. I'm not sure if I'm happy with the beginnings. Help! What do you think? Should I continue? Try different patterns of lace? I'm stuck. So, for now I'll sit and stare at it. Ha, Ha. Till, I hear what the consensus is. Thanks guys ;)
                           Make it a great Sunday Folks!
                                                                         xxx Liz

Good Morning::

     Good morning all! Thank goodness for the weekend break. I need it. What about you? The skies are rather gray here and gloomy. I hate that about the winter months. So, here I sit looking for a picture to post this morning.Perfect! I hope your weekend goes well. On my agenda for today: post office, cleaning, emptying out my car full of treasures ( I purchased vintage wallpaper yesterday.) I'll show and share soon!
    ......and anything else that has to be done around the home front. Also, I'm in desperate need of exercise. A long walk on the rail trail sounds good to me. What's on your agenda for today?
                                                                             xxx Liz 

Part Two: Estate Sale::

 vintage embroidery hoops in several sizes

crochet How - To books from: 1940- 1950

 wooden spools

 I love this old wooden box. Can you quess what's inside?

plenty of whites!

tins,  filled with colored threads and buttons

                        Last but not least...... the free shabby chair. It just needs some TLC.
                So, what do you think? I had my hesitations in the first place. One being the weather and two being an hour away. It was somewhat risky. All in all, it was super fun! What about that Organizer? I wouldn't want that job. Or would I ?
                              Have a great week :)

       PS. for those of you who asked. I didn't purchase any clothing or jewelery. The Antique Appraiser has to do his job now. I'll keep you posted more about this sale.
      .... To be continued ;)
                                                                            xxx Liz

Estate Sale::

      Saturday morning went like this ..... snow, coffee, chit chat, laundry and craigslist.
     Craigslist ad: Free Christmas items. Free chairs, Lamps.
     Phone call: Woman, with a South African voice. Organizer for hire. What?
     Me: I'll be there in an hour or two :)
     Hubby: I'll get the truck and Tom/ Tom
     Me: OK
             Drive... in snow, not bad. Arrive. 1920's Home.
     Greeted by Organizer for hire. Hello, Hello.
     Organizer introduces me to Owner. Hello.
     Owner from Boston but, likes New Yorkers.
     Good, off to a good start! Sigh..
     Showed me free Christmas items. Many boxes. I'll take it!
     Then, tour of the Home. 3 Bedrooms.
     First off,  the Library in the back of the home. Filled with an array of old books. Dusty old books.
     Then, upstairs.
     Organizer: You look like Renee  Zellweger. LOL!
     Me: Chuckled as I looked at buttons. Many buttons.

     Organizer: There is more sewing items here. Oh good, do you sew?
     Me: Chuckle, a no!
     Organizer: What about this quilt?
     Organizer: Free
     Me: I'll take it!
     Organizer: Opens closet door in bedroom as I look at crochet books. Many books. She begins to take out B&W Family photos, old letters and finished needle work marked 1906.
     Me: Sigh
     Me: Are they for sale?
     Organizer: No, not till Owner goes through them.
     Me: I can understand. Sigh
     Me: Do you have any vintage clothing? desk?
     Organizer: Come this way..
     Me: As I stepped into the bedroom filled with art deco furniture. There is jewelery? Eyeing jewelry box on dresser.
     Organizer: Yes, look at this cameo.
     Me: I love this Victorian compact. Is it for sale?
     Organizer: No, not till the Antique appraiser comes.
     Me: Sigh
     Organizer: Let me show you some vintage clothing as she takes out several dresses from the closet. Then, hat boxes filled with hats from 1920's, 1930's. Then, a fashion show. Organizer starts to put on hats and laughs. Get that visual.
     Me: How much?
     Me: Sigh
     Downstairs. Hubby is speaking to Owner. Owner asks him if he's interested in old tools. Hubby's eyes light up.. This is not a good sign, I thought. Then, they went off to the basement. I hear laughing. Hm mm....
     Me: Sigh
     Time to wrap things up..
     Husband: It's getting dark, time to get going.
     Me: OK
     Organizer: Let me show you what we are throwing out!!!
     Me: Sigh
     Husband: Sigh!!!!!
          Truck loaded...

                                 How did your Saturday go?

                                                 Have a great Sunday!!!
                                                           xxx  Renee
                                                                Ooops! I mean Liz :)