Big make over at the barn

So I have been working all week on various projects at the barn. I am striving for a complete overhaul but I think with the time remaining before our Grand Spring Opening I am going to have to settle for a make-over instead.  I have started with taking out all my props and am down to ground zero. 

Here is a picture of the ceiling earlier today.

I have added a little elegance and whimsy with some cream Georgette sheer fabric that I salvaged from my wedding 2 years ago.  I layered the sheers and tacked it to the rafters below my existing twinkle lights.  I love how it adds so much texture.  Here is the after picture (sorry it's kinda blurry)

I have also covered 2/3rds of the barn walls with 1x6 wood fencing that I salvaged from my uncle who was building a new fence a couple years ago. (it's been sitting out behind the barn for that long just waiting for me to re-purpose it much to my parents delight)  Thanks Uncle Dave!  If anyone you know is looking to get rid of fencing I do need a bit more so let me know.

On to another project that I finished up today as well...

Remember that really cute green house that I built a couple weeks ago?  Well I sold it at the show last week but the buyer wanted to make several modifications.  So here's what we came up with just before Easter...

An adorable bunny palace!  Complete with a pull out drawer to catch the waste.  I have another on order but with a little different design.  I'll probably start that little project later next week.  I'll be sure to post the pictures of that one too.

Okay to finish this post off I thought I would do a couple BEFORE and AFTERS.  I just love the miracle of paint and hardware.

BEFORE

AFTER

 BEFORE

AFTER

Thanks for visiting today and HAPPY EASTER!



Turning recycled windows into fun herb garden green house.

So awhile back I saw this article in  Romantic Homes issue it looked a little like this But of course was decorated with tons of wonderful shrubbery and chandeliers.  I have kept the article although it is now dogeared and creased but some day I will have to get around to making one for my very own. 

  Meanwhile, while browsing in a local shop called Aunt Bee's House I found a tabletop version that the owner of the store had commissioned to be made. I thought it was really cute.  Here is a picture of it. 

So I decided to attack that old pile of windows that I have been saving and create a mini sized one as well.  So here is my version that I came up with.  It's 48" long, 38" wide, and about 5ft tall when all set up.

 Here I did a slap coat of paint that I'll eventually have to scrape off.  I'm not one for masking off things although I should probably start thinking ahead.... Naaaaa more fun going with the flow!

I decided that I should add a door to keep little critters out.  Or keep Mandy (my dog) in?  I don't really think she likes her little palace.  She looks a little leery.

This is the back view of the house

 All in all is was a great little project that used these materials (all my materials were reclaimed and recycled)

(2) 2x4X8

(8) assorted vintage windows

(1) 1/4"x4x8 trim molding

(4) door hinges (for the door and roof)

(75-100) 2 1/2" screws

(6) 3" nails

(1) latch (for the door)

Chop saw

Table saw

Drill and bits

tape measure

pencil

paint and paint brush

From start to finish this project will take you about 12 hours to complete. Estimated cost will be between $80.00-$200.00 it really depends on how much you pay for your windows.  I will be selling this Vintage inspired green house at our upcoming show for $165.