Recycled Ruins - Dining Room Buffet

Several years ago I took second hand furniture and recycled it to sell on consignment in Park City Utah. My "Recycled Ruins" pieces were unique and I had fun being creative with them. I don't do the consignment work anymore, just do it for me now. So I thought I'd share a recent project.

Here is a buffet I picked up at the local Cameron Antiques Mall for $150. It was in great shape, until the new puppy (Lab) of ours decided to chew up the corners of a couple of the drawers. Ugh! (Does anyone want a Chocolate Lab?) Anyway, here is the before, after, and in place photos.

Before - Buffet

I thought is was nice but too dark for the room.

After - buffet

Cool off white paint with Raw Umber glazing

And in the Dining Room

Anyone can do this sort of project. Hope this inspires you.

Thanksgiving - Bakalva

A new treat that has entered our house. My 13 year old son needed to do a food from the country of Greece for a school project. He decided Baklava. I had never made it but we ventured. Here is our (mostly his work, I supervised and cut) attempt, which we found to be tasty indeed. Yesterday he made some for Thanksgiving, something new, and then we forgot the stuffing. I know how can you forget stuffing on Thanksgiving?!!

Baklava in the pan.

Baklava on the platter.

Walls - Vinyl Lettering

The Boyfriend and I love the movie Princess Bride. We've also been married for 27 years. So, this spring I had Quoted Living do a vinyl custom quote from that movie that totally fits us. I put it in our bedroom. I know, everyone says not to paint red in a bedroom. But we absolutely love it. (Did 2 walls a cool red and 2 walls a warm brown) Not one regret!

ISCD Style Quiz & Magazine Cover

ISCD International School of Colour And Design

Just a little fun. Take your own quiz and get your own magazine cover here.