Dining Room Update

Hello everyone! Just wanted to share the update on our second dining room. Of course, it is Christmas inspired, however, the rustic and cottage feel can go all season long....

Wine Glasses were from the Dollar Store, can you believe it? I should buy  a few more for back-up! 

 The China came in a set that I bought for only $9.99. It is white with silver... I got in Gold too!

 I love this table runner my hubby picked out from Target. We went on a dinner date but we headed out to one of my fave stores, of course...he knows how to melt my heart :)

 The silver chargers I had already for awhile, but I believe i only paid 1.99 for each of them. The place mats, napkin and napkin holders were from Target also!

 The vase was one of our Wedding gifts and the branches were FREE...came straight from our backyard! 

 The short candle holders were from Hobby Lobby and the taller ones I bought from a Re-purpose/Yard Sale!!!

I just love how it all came together, I love mixing different textures and colors together! 

 From a different angle, now you can see the Zobel Hutch! It goes perfectly with my farmhouse dining room set! Our table has farmhouse benches instead of chairs...I'd have to take a pic of them, didn't realize until now that I never did :/

 I went to one of the local home decor stores here and found this arch wooden metal gate! Found this wreath at a thrift store, the bird cage I bought online...

I am not sure if you can see, but the wood mantle-like was something my husband and I built ourselves, I mentioned it in my last post...I will make sure to do another blog to show you what it looks like all finished!

Hope you all enjoyed my little dining room! Till next time! If you haven't already, please visit my Facebook page here! You can get the latest updates and my latest inspirational pics there!! I wish you all a Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year! 

xoxo

First In-Store Sales Event

Hello everyone! I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving...whew! Went by so fast, where does the time ago..now we are already getting ready for Christmas and the New Year that follows...

My family and I have been so blessed with so many things this year...a few wrongs went right and after a few years with a dark cloud hanging over our heads, everything is falling into place...A few weeks ago an unexpected message popped in my Facebook Inbox, a new vintage store owner (Darling Stewardess) had invited me to be a guest vendor for their Black Friday Sales event! I was ecstatic! Of course, I would do it! 

I knew I would have to replenish my inventory and finish them up within just a few short weeks...honestly, with school, my full-time job, my family and just everyday things, well not to mention it was on Thanksgiving night...it seemed so impossible! I proved myself wrong because my husband and I worked like a team, and our good friends helped us out a long the way! I have an AMAZING support team...and that's just an understatement!

Anyways, I knew I had to have my bigger pieces for that sales event, and the city of Minot doesn't offer very much selection especially when it comes to the type of furniture I like...

During my sales event, I had a few of my regular clients lined up and ready to make their purchases, I also had an opportunity to meet fans from my Facebook page that gave me sweet compliments..and some shared what they would like to see more from me! That in itself made the event a success for me! I loved the interaction I had with people who were curious about Little Shabby History!

Would I do it again even with all the craziness that comes with sales preparation? IN A HEART BEAT.

It was awkward coming home and not having to paint...but I know I just need a little break! But you never know...I may just do a small ONLINE Christmas Sales event of my own and post some pieces on my page! If you don't want to miss out on what I have in store for all you...CLICK HERE and follow me!!!

Before I end this post, I just wanted to share pictures from the sales event!

Thank you all for your continued support! I asked you all to stay with me in this incredible journey and let's see what the future holds for Little Shabby History, but no matter what happens I am glad it became a huge part of my life...XOXO

SOLD

PENDING PICK-UP

PENDING PICK-UP

SOLD

SOLD

Since I am an aspiring teacher, it is only appropriate to have a chalkboard to display my name! Love having a chalk displayed too! (The fence shelf and desk are SOLD!)

Goodies that Darling Stewardess mom made!

SOLD

Until Next Time!!!

PS: I have a few projects I wanted to share on a different post that will be out very soon! Here is a sneak peak! I love it when ideas pop in my head all day long and my husband gladly offers to help me out! 

Now, this is spur of the moment thing and my husband and I built it as we go...you kinda have to when you have an idea in your head...but I just wanted a quick project to display this awesome wooden metal wall decor I found at a local store without taking too much space...Remember the wooden pallet I used to display my clock? If you can't remember READ IT HERE! Well, I decided to use it for this purpose instead! It just so happens that the pallet color was exactly the same color as the wall decor! I think this idea was even better, don't ya think??!!! Can't wait to update you all on this and see the finish product...I know, I know...why post when I'm not done? Sometimes I get overly excited when some things that went wrong finally went right :)

1970’s Ethan Allen Cannon Ball Suite/ Bedroom Reveal

Before we moved to North Dakota, we decided to replace of our old bedroom set.. I wanted something that I can refinish and be proud to put in our new home. Not to mention, we had a King Mattress with a queen headboard...and the madness just had to stop! I knew it was going to be a big task once because it will be another project before our big move…huge mistake, HUGE!! But I still went on Craigslist and posted our old set, and started looking for a new one. Sacramento Craigslist had so many bedroom set for sale…most of them were advertised SOLID WOOD! But I took my time so I can find the right one. We were able to sell our old set for almost $400!!!! And after a few days after, I found this Ethan Allen bedroom set for less than what we sold our old set for. SO HAPPY! And I knew I  had to have it!

The guy that had sold it to us had an estate sale. His wife died a year ago, and he was ready to move on. He and his wife had purchased this set back in the 70’s, he says….the mattress that came with the set, says it all….trust me! We did not want the mattress nor did he. He knocked off 50 dollars off his asking price as long as we get rid of the mattress for him. I know it is only a matter of weeks until the moving company was scheduled to come and pack our stuff, and take it to storage. My daughter and I were not allowed to accompany my hubby to ND yet, because the city of Minot flooded, and housing was scarce, on and off base. Regardless, I knew I had to finish this set before they come and take our stuff. I worked on this set diligently up until the day TMO came. This bedroom set came with a headboard, footboard, a huge dresser with mirror and two side tables…..and a very sweet card I found one of the dresser drawers… it was written by the old man addressed to his wife….it was dated 198….I kept it. So much history…makes you kinda wonder what kind of love they had….

Well without further ado, I introduce to you our Master Bedroom Set.  This set was in excellent condition. It was solid and built well. This Cannon Ball Suite was done in country white and distressed to perfection. I know there are going to be some Ethan Allen furniture lovers that would get upset about repurposing vintage furniture like this. Well everyone has their preference right? Mine just happen to be a little shabby…but what do you all think???

Nightstand, with my
50 Shades and of course,
for those asthma attacks,
my inhalers! LOL

My dresser, I love how feminine it
looks!!!

My daughter loved our new bedding so much, she decides to break it in first! Meet one of our dogs, Sadie...well her ears anyways!

 This is a dresser I bought from a yardsale site when we got to Minot. I've always wanted a HIS or HER dresser, and it was a perfect addition to our set!

We do not have a huge master bedroom as you can see, but I still love it! We are fortunate to live on base and got a house that is big enough for my family...and it fits all my found treasures!

Well, there are a few more things I want to add to it..as always, it'sa  work in progress!!! Hope you all had a great weekend!!!

Time Heals all WOOD...

Literally! Check it out!

 I have been trying to figure out how to cover some of the white space in my living room for quite some time! I found a clock that would be perfect, but I knew it was still going to make my walls look bare…I was hoping Pinterest would give me a solution to this problem, but no luck L

I have always wanted to do a project with old  pallets, there are so many ideas out there but none that really fit my needs…but first thing first, I must find a pallet, gotta find a pallet…and just my luck after asking people for some, someone gave me  a pallet for FUH-REE!!!! The palette didn’t look worn like I hoped it would, but that’s ok! A little bit of rough painting and Danish oil would cure this problem…I would hang the clock and use the pallet as a background for my lovely clock…AND VOILA!!!!!

 “Love is patient, love is kind….”

I just have to go and pick myself up some flush mounts to hang it up? What do you think of my latest project! I have a few more palettes that are different from this one…I have a few ideas in mind so stay  tuned…Hope you all had an amazing and fun weekend just like I did J Here we go Monday!!!

Partly Cloudy but Super Shabby Blue Dresser

Just sounded like the weather man with that title...but I think it is the right name for this 1950s dresser. Her full body with those tiny little legs makes her a statement piece.  It is very hard to find these kind of dressers these days...trust me.  You just have to know where to go to...yeah I know people....LOL.

Just in case you didn't see a before picture here ya go:

She probably could have stayed the way she was...well, I wouldn't have a hobby if I felt that way!  Besides, having a customized furniture that only YOU can have, is an added bonus!!

Just like her name, she's done up in blue and white which gives that cloudy and antique look....and of course, I gave her a quite a bit of distress to give her a little bit more character. I wanted the body to stand out, so I painted the drawers in cream, chipped a bit of the paint off and VOILA! I loved the knobs and pulls that she already had, but I spray painted them with dark bronze to tie it all together...what do you all think? Not too shabby huh?

And yes, she is for sale! Check her out in my shop or message me on my Facebook page right now!!!!

Thank you all for continuing to support Little Shabby History. It means a lot. xoxo

What's in the works???

First, I want to start this blog by saying how sorry I am for  not updating my blog as often as I used to...but if you have joined my Facebook Page, I am sure you have been getting my latest updates. I you haven't done so, please do so: 

www.facebook.com/littleshabbyhistory 

Do you remember the antique canopy bed? Well, I finally gave it back to my client and I hope their little girl is having the sweetest dreams in her newly refinished bed  every night. I asked that they take a picture once the bed is set up in her room. I will make sure to share that with you guys!!

Here is my latest project I have in the works for you guys? And I am thinking she will be

for sale?!!! So if you have any specifics on how you would want this dresser, I am open to suggestions...who knows she may just be yours in the near future. 

Now, I absolutely love this

1950s vintage style dresser, don't you?

 l

Check out these two chairs that I scored! These Ethan Allen chairs are fabulous and are definitely on top of my TO DO LIST!!! They would make great additions to our front porch or maybe the head chairs for my other dining room table, which I also have in the works. So much to do, so little time!

Do you have projects that you are working on too?!!! Share them with me!!!
Now, are you telling your friends and family about Little Shabby History???!!!

Long time, no Blog!

I'm sorry for I have not updated my blog for awhile. Working full time, spending time with my mini family, taking care of my baby girl, school and everything else going on etc, etc etc...I am still struggling to find a way to balance it all . I just want to take the time to sit down and thank you all for your patience and continued support. If you haven't already checked out my Facebook page, please do so! I encourage you all to share it with your family and friends!!

https://www.facebook.com/LittleShabbyHistory

I have been working on a few projects..I have an antique canopy bed that I am refinishing for a client, I also have the Zobel Hutch that I will try to finish this weekend (hopefully). I posted a picture of the the canopy bed on my Facebook page, but if you haven't seen it, here it is: 

Over 100 years old! It is very time consuming to do with all the pieces it comes with, but it will be worth it in the end!

The canopy bed is going to be for my client's little girl! I had a chance to meet her when her mommy picked up this dresser from me!

 

Now, I absolutely LOVE this dresser, I almost wanted to keep it after she was finished! But our limited space would just not allow me to do so :/   This vintage style dresser was in GREAT condition. It was sturdy and had spacious drawers. It would have been great for a buffet table or even an entertainment center. How did she look before? Well, here ya go....

How did I refinish her? Well I sanded the top part very lightly, which was veneer! But remember what I mentioned before, veneer is NOT something you should be afraid of. It is still WOOD. Many antiques and vintage furniture have veneer to preserve the quality of the piece! Proper refinishing is a must, but it can be done, I promise you! After sanding, I stained the top and the legs with a dark finish, and painted her aqua blue! How did I get that antiqued look you ask? After distressing her to my liking, I dipped a little bit of the same dark finish I used for the top and legs, using an old t-shirt, I wiped on and quickly wiped off various areas! I then took a trip to Hobby Lobby to change the knobs, and VOILA! She's done! I love how she turned out, don't you??

I hope you all enjoyed this blog! There are more to come, I promise!!! I may even do a contest again so stay tuned! Happy Friday and have a FABULOUS weekend!

xoxo