Over the desk redo

I can't leave anything alone until I get it just the way I want it.  This is how I reworked the area over my desk.  

Shutter Love

I bought this old shutter last year, but was never sure what to do with it.  My daughter suggested that I paint it black and then use it to display some old family photos.  This was her idea and I love the way it turned out.

Vintage typewriter

Check out my latest post to see my awesome Craigslist find.

Thank you Craigslist

As many of you know, I have been on the lookout for an antique typewriter.  I didn't care if it worked, I just wanted it for decorative purposes. I checked Craigslist Sunday and found someone offering a vintage Underwood typewriter.  I called to make arrangements to purchase it, but the owner said her granddaughter had just asked for it and it was no longer available.  She quickly said, "I have another old typewriter that I will sell cheap.  It is a Blickensdefer."  I asked her to email me a pic, which she quickly did.  In the meantime, I started researching this model.  I nearly had a stroke!  It was made in the mid 1800s and sells on eBay for $400-900.  Mine has the wooden case, which makes it more valuable.  Thanks Craigslist!  Did I mention I paid $30.00?

Vintage pie crust table

I bought this lovely lady in my first online auction.  She is a rare piece with exquisite detail on the edges of the crust and the base.  I really debated on what color to paint her.  Since I don't plan on keeping her, I finally decided on ASCP Duck Egg.  The varnish on the top was in pretty rough shape but you gotta luv the fact that ASCP is self-leveling.

Before pics.....check back later today to see the finished product.

Lost Desk

I loved the grey Governor's desk that was in the corner by my nightstand, but because the color was so similar to my wall color, it was lost. So I changed it out for the black desk and hung a French inspired distressed board over it.

Chalkboard Art

I saw this pattern on Pinterest and decided to give it a try.  The key to a clean looking project is to sharpen chalk before and during use. I also used a q-tip to smooth out rough edges.