"My" Flea Market Flip

Day 11:

Today marked the day of our first Flea Market Flip for our Heartstrings Ladies Ministry at my church.  I am the Ladies' Director and this is a major event planned and kicked off for the first time.  We who opted to do so, competed in a mock up of TLC's Flea Market Flip trying to find some awesomeness to flip, reinvent and make a profit.  

On November 16, with the help of our Frontline Men's Ministries for a little "man power" to flip our items,  we will be auctioning off our flipped items.  All monies will benefit our Heartstrings Ladies Department helping fund another annual event, A Table in the Wilderness.  

Here is just a peak at what I found at Larry's Old Time Trade Days, Winnie, Texas.  

Here it is on Etsy:

Chinoiserie Peacock Chair. Hollywood Regency High Fan Back. Home Decor. Rattan. Wicker. Tiki. Patio Chair. Garden Decor.

Overview

• Vintage item from the 1980s
• Materials: rattan, straw, wicker

Vintage Peacock Chair. 

A fantastic peacock chair with a black woven trim in wonderful vintage condition. Very similar to the style featured on the front cover of Rue Magazine in July! These fan back chairs were manufactured between the 60s and 80s. I would love to see this chair painted a bright color to make a statement in your bohemian chic decor. Left as it is it would be the perfect addition to your bohemian chic space. One spot on left side of fan back where black rattan is missing. 

Please let me know if you have any questions that would help you decide if this chair is the perfect fit for your space. **More photos available.

53"tall

20" deep (seat 19" diameter)

34.75" wide

**Cushion not included. Check out Etsy handmade sellers to have one custom made.

Their Price:  $350.

The flea market vendor was asking $20.  I asked if they would take $10. and...they did!!

And, mine will include a cushion once done.  It will go on an auction bid on November 16, following our service and dinner.

So, I still had 10 more dollars to spend!  I went to the outskirts in the rain and told that vendor I only had $10.  Looking at this piece, I said "I am sure this is more than $10." He said you might be surprised.  With one phone call, he said, it's mine for 10 bucks!  Now, you have to be believing with me on this one.  It is a possible diamond in the rough.

I have not found anything to compare this with since it is pretty rough shape.  Below, I did find one similar on Etsy.  Mine, indeed has some character marks and if it could speak, I am sure it could tell you some stories.  : )

I am open to your suggestions.  I have some of my own.  I do think I can get more than ten dollars.  It has the porcelain top.

This was the best I could find.  Also from Etsy for 

Antique Art Deco Red and White Porcelain Enamel Top Kitchen Table Chrome Hairpin Legs Two Extension Leaves Store Inside

$195.00 USD

Only 1 available

Overview

• Vintage item from the 1930s
• Materials: porcelain, enamel, chrome, wood
• 

Mine is missing the extension pieces on the sides.

Their description:

Incredible Art Deco style antique table with a top of porcelain enamel. It has two built in extensions on spring-loaded supports which still work just fine! Supported by wood frame with original white paint and original chrome hairpin legs. The top is white with red edging.

I have seen dates for these tables from the 1920's to 1950's, probably because they were so sturdy and practical - they just kept making them! 

Measures 40" by 25" with the extensions stored, 40" by 45" with them extended. You can just extend one side but I have shown it with both open and both closed. It is 31" tall.

Condition is fair. The top has several areas where the enamel is missing, these are the black areas in the photo. Also there are many scratches in the top. The paint of the base is chippy and the chrome legs are rusted. 

I cannot provide shipping but can recommend a site like www.uship.com which is easy to use. An interested potential buyer in Brooklyn got quotes to ship this table to them which ranged from $120-$240. Just to give you an idea of what shipping could be to that area. Or, you can pickup from Silver Spring which is in the Washington, DC metro area.

In spite of my crude findings, I think I did pretty well.  I will be posting by November 16 the end results for both pieces.  

Short & Sweet

Day 10:

Today was spent doing some styling for a home I did an entire makeover for the end of 2014.  I hope to get some shots tomorrow evening.  For now, here is a before and after of the fireplace.  This fireplace is awesome.  It is electric and very modern.  Decor is a collection of world travels.

Tomorrow will come early.  So to bed for now.  Meet here again tomorrow. : )

Whatsoever things are lovely..

Day Nine:

"whatsoever things are lovely......think on these things.  Philippians 4:8

There is just something about beautiful photos that melts my heart and inspires my soul.  Surrounding myself with beauty keeps my spirits positive and lifted up.  

I was searching through some photos I have saved along the way and thought I would share one.  Instead, I decided to make this post worth "a thousand words", your words, as you enjoy some of my special collection of beautiful things.  

This is only a fraction.  I encourage you to start your own gallery of favorite photos that you can occasionally browse.  

I hope you enjoy.

Have a Great Day!

Blood Moon in the Decorator's World

Day Eight:

At the 2015 Sherwin Williams color forecast at the Decorative Center of Houston, one of the color palettes was to be an inspiration from the blood moons scheduled to appear in our atmosphere.  Here is what they are saying about one of the color palettes that include the blood moon:

VOYAGE

“To boldly go where no man has gone before.” That phrase 

was fantasy when it was born during the Sputnik era. Today 

we’re living it. The sci-fi dreams of the past have become 

everyday reality — from space tourism to undersea resorts. 

No longer confined to our earthly plane, we look to the 

beyond and find colors that are supernatural and magical. 

Unusual atmospheric events, including a decade-best 

aurora borealis and a rare sequence of “blood moons,” 

will keep our focus on the heavens in the months ahead.

Here is a room painted in the Blood Moon color: SW0007

This is a photo posted by my artist friend, Ben Gradwell.

What an amazing shot!  I wish I would have set my alarm to see this!

Good night.  Next time.

Positive Input

Day Seven:

Some time ago I watched, I think all, of Maria Menounos YouTube Videos.  She is a really inspiring person who was a regular girl and now a super busy and successful in her own ways.  I have read peaks of her book in Barnes and Noble.  I recently ordered my own copy, as I love the feel and ownership of my very own library, and, it arrived today!

So here is what I do.  When I see a book I want to read, I can almost always find it at Barnes and Noble or Amazon for a fraction of the cost.  I purchased on new but if you look here, you will see you can purchase used ones for as low as $1.99!  

Got started and enjoying thus far.  I just need life to slow down a little so I can put my inspiration into action.  I am a personal believer to NOT just read inspiration, but get up and put it into action.  

You should never stop growing.  Although a bit over 60, I still strive to keep improving and refreshing areas of my life.  

Just like a stale room that has not been rearranged or given a facelift in a long time, so are our lives sometimes.  Just like rearranging your living room, freshening the plants, purchasing a new throw or throw pillows or even a stack of pretty napkins on a tray, your stale room begins to breath in new life.

I think I have read every book on organizing and could most likely write one myself, but I don't get tired of being inspired by other's journey to a more organized life.

One quote in her book:  "Run your life like a business.  Your life is the corporation and you're the CEO."

Kinda' makes you feel a little more important and puts emphasis where you are in control. Like I once heard, "if it's going to be, it's up to me". So very true.

Take care and we'll meet again next time.  This is my "catch up" post for the day I missed. : )

Internet Glitch!

Day Six:

This summer has been filled with sunshine and dark clouds followed by heavy rains.  Short and sweet then back to our sunny beautiful blue skies and huge white clouds.

During one of those dark, dark clouds followed by thunder and heavy rain, so went our internet.  The repair techs are there today and Gary and I are working at Starbucks.  He especially is extremely dependent on internet with his business.

1> I will be going to my La Porte job this afternoon to do some measuring and prep for the contractors on how and where to put a new kitchen island.  This was the house I mentioned in a first post.  Kellie is so much fun to work with.  She has some good wit and so laid back.

2> Just scheduled a trip to Austin for next week to work some more on a design job with my sister in law, Jan.  Her home is drop dead gorgeous and it is about to be even more beautiful, if that is possible!  Can't wait to get to my favorite part....styling!

3> I am looking forward to this Friday as I go to a client from last year and prep his home for a huge party coupled with a band, chef and all the fixings.  This Norway transplant is a super interesting guy and his entire family is now special people in my life.

Eclectic Sunday

Day Five:

Yesterday:  I detailed my little VW Beetle and did a little decor in it.  Just had to buy a couple of fresh things for it and I am feeling happy.

While working on the car:  My granddaughter, Abbey loved playing outside.  She found some things to play with in our garage.  It is no telling what you can find in there.  

She found a pull toy that once belonged to her Daddy as a boy, a book for dummies, markers and some black beans that I once used to fill a glass vase for a candle.

8 a.m. this morning:  So arriving for band practice to play the organ 30 minutes early.  Ok, my fault,  I did not click the accept button on planning center and the band leader did not want to bother by texting me since he thought I would not be there.

While waiting for 8:30 rehearsal:  Lovely wonderful weather, Starbucks coffee and a nice conversation with my Mom started my day. 

Couldn't help but capture this shot this morning as I was waiting for practice and talking to my Mom.

Finally!  Cool enough to start wearing boots.

Later today:  For my internship for college (one final class in the Spring giving me 5 certifications), I worked for 4 hours at Pier One.  We have had a contest for the month of October and as of yesterday, October 4, I was the first one to make to the Halloween Party.  LOL  and they have been feeding me candy treats for every Pier 1 Rewards card I get and surveys I get from customers.  So, needless to say, I think I may be putting on a few pounds due to my success.  lol Actually loving this job lasting for my one semester.  I love people and helping them with their needs.

That's me in the orange and black whatever that is.  ha

Enjoyed some prime family time tonight, with Hannah and her fiance', Blake.  

Now:  Finishing off the night by updating my "to do" list and catching up on emails.  

This coming week:  Meeting with 2 clients this week.  

We will end with a short blog post of inspiration you may enjoy.  Good night and looking forward to meeting you here again tomorrow night. : )