Lamp Revamp!

I don't know if you are like me but I always seem to have a million lamps and shades laying around that I have decided I don't like anymore but still like enough to store (which drives the hubby crazy)  I decided to experiment with a few of them for the boutique.  I am so happy I did!  I redid 3 different lamps and I am amazed at how different each one turned out!  

This lamps was an inspiration from Pinterest (here is the tutorial I worked from)  As I look back at that lamp of inspiration mine turned out quite different.  To me that is the best part of the internet/pinterest, to find something you love and turn it into your own style.  Recreate it, make it your own, leave your own mark on it!!  I painted the base of this lamp a soft turquoise and I love the calming feel of this lamp.

When I found this little lamp I couldn't pass it up, but yes it was another lamp that added to my stock pile.  Why am I such a sucker for lamps?  It has some old grandma like beads on it so I cut those off and wrapped it with LARGE twine.  I love the earthy feeling it added to the lamp. 

For this lamp I covered the shade with burlap and then I hot glued gathered strips round the lamp (gathering tutorial)  I love the finished product.  To me it is so vintage and a perfect match for my daughters room.  Which is almost done, I am so excited!!  

TTFN

Brooke

Bed Frame Turned Bench

I had this old bed frame in my garage FOREVER.  I had previously redone it, for our guest room in our other house but once we moved I just didn't love the style of it anymore so it sat and sat and sat in the garage.  Until it finally spoke to me "please make me into a bench"  Brilliant!!  So that is just what I did!!

I was a little scared to try this, but I guess there is only one way to figure out if it will work, Trail and Error right???

I cut the foot board in half (no turning back now!)  The footboard was a little too short so I had to add some feet on the bottom, as you can see above.  Once I had it the height I needed I build a rectangular frame out of 2x4's and used LOTS AND LOTS of screws to secure everything together.  Once it was all put together I cut 1x4 pink planks down to 18 inch strips, and used finish nails to nail them into the 2x4 rectangular frame.

I wanted this bench to be a fun color, lime green seemed to be the right color!  I sprayed it green.....and it was green, way way way too green for my likings, it reminded me of a green monster.  I needed to somehow break up the green or repaint everything which didn't sound very fun.  I always hate when I do this, but if I don't love it I have a hard time selling it.

I contemplated for a few days until is decided to paint the spindles cream and use a stencil to add a few fun designs!  After it was glazed it looked just perfect, and I LOVED IT!! (check back later this week for a tutorial on the fun pillows!!)

TTFN

Brooke

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Furniture and Accessories FOR SALE!!!

 Night Stand/Small Dresser $150

This nightstand is turquoise with a shade lighter in the center of the drawers to added contrast, it is slightly distressed and waxed for protection.  This is a Jasper and very high quality!

Dimensions 25.5 length x 20 width x 31 height

Round Clock $15  (10 inch circumference and 14 inches tall)

Birds Nest  $5   (8 inch circumference) 

Old cupboard turned Chalkboard with vintage hardware $30 (16 in x 18.5 in)

Burlap lamp $40 (21 1/4 inches tall)

Old books with glittered apple $15

Fabric/Burlap covered magnet board $25 (22 inches x 22 inches)

Coffee Table ( I have 2 of the same) $100 or $60 each (22 length x 19 width x 20 height)

Pallet 8x10 wood frame $15

If you have any questions please let me know!

brooke.n.larsen@gmail.com

Old Door Turned Coffee Table

First off I want to thank everyone for coming and supporting the boutique!  It was a success because of all the support, and I am truly grateful.  It takes an army to run a boutique and I am so humbled by all the voluntary help and support I received.  It is times like these where you realize how much you take for granted on a daily basis.  So thank you again to EVERYONE for your support!  It was so fun to see old friends, make new friends and enjoy everyones company!

I have a few pieces of furniture still for sale!

First up is this beautiful Old Wood Door turned coffee table!    If you are looking for a unique one of a kind item this is for you!  It is painted a light cream and then antiqued, there is also a clear coat for protection.  This piece has so much character and still has the original hardware on it!  

Price $135 I am now accepting credit/debit cards.  

Please feel free to text me with questions 

801-628-4249

Thank you!!

Brooke

Last day of the boutique!!!

I can't believe the end is almost here!  It feels as though I have spent a decade preparing and it is over in a blink of an eye!!  I have had so much fun meeting many of you, connecting with old friends and of course the support of EVERYONE!!!!

We will be open tomorrow from 10 to 8!!  Hope to see you there and of course PLEASE introduce yourself to me!  One of the best parts of having a blog is meeting new people and making new friends!!!

It is getting CLOSER, and some weekend treasures!!

I can't believe my Boutique is just over a week away!  This was always something I wanted to do and now it is really happening, EXCITEMENT!  The pile in my living room is growing increasingly larger day by day, it will be so fun to see it all come together!  I am doing a give away for cash to spend at my Boutique on my Start at Home Facebook page. 

On to some of my favorite treasures I have found lately!  Every Friday I search the classifieds and papers for Estate sales and Garage sales and make my plan of attack.  Even if I find ONE special item it is a success!  My little brother, who is actually bigger than me now, often joins me in my searching.  He is also a collector!

I am loving glass lately!  Whether is is Mason jars, old bottles, milk glass, plates, cups or just odd shaped items.  They serve so many different purposes and are versatile.  When you are sick of it in one spot move it and add something else to it and what do you get?  A whole NEW look!  

TTFN

Brooke

We are only 3 WEEKS OUT & just in time for Mothers Day!!!

I am so excited for this boutique!  It is comprised of my friends, it will be so fun to all get together to do what we love.  We will all be present, so men if you need help finding your wife or mom that perfect gift for Mothers Day, you will have 6 personal shoppers!

Next week I will be doing a give away for CASH to spend at my boutique.  

There will also be a give away during the boutique so make sure and drop by and add your name.  

I have featured each of my vendors, see their posts below:
Jazy Delights - Homemade Jewelry
Home Made Pretty - Pallet Art & Jewelry Holders
Andy-Wood Cutouts
Tami-Photography cards & signs
Lost and Found-Vintage China and Antiques
Start at Home-Refinished Furniture, Home Decor & Vintage Style Hair Flowers