Dumpster Table Redo

Remember the table I saved from the dumpster? Solid wood but poorly stained (drippy and splotchy) and the legs in need of tightening. 

I got it all painted - I must say it looks way better. I made up some chalk paint using a sample can of paint I had. I must say that is a great way to use up those jars of paint samples!  I painted, distressed, and waxed it.

Sanding with the palm sander

painted, distressed and waxed!

I added one of these for decoration to the front

after I sanded it and spray painted it with Looking Glass spray paint,

drilled a hole and screwed it on,

decorated it with things on hand,

Old books, chalkboard plate, ceiling tin, wood bowl with found treasures,
birdcage with candles, and blue bird

Sweet little blue bird

and filled the wooden bowl with treasures found on the farm...

pinecones, feather, acorns, and a gardenia flower

Didn't it turn out lovely? Nothing like a dumpster-find turned treasure and it's perfect for the entryway as it doesn't eat up a lot of space.

It turned out lovely and fits the spot perfectly!

Loved spending the weekend here. Such a stress-reliever!

Me and Lucy

We have hay too! Finally hooked up with the guy who cuts the hay and there are all these big bales out in the pasture:

Mr. B had to pose me by one of the bales

 I took Lucy for a walk out into the back acreage. She loves to run and explore and see what she can flush out. She mostly finds bugs but occasionally some deer and once a turtle. As long as it's not a snake!

Sadly, our pond is all dried up. It needs work to hold water. Things are still pretty green though and it felt good to be out enjoying the peace and beauty of the land.

Then there's the work that needs to be done. Mr. B snuck up and snapped a picture of me doing this: 

Love my solar dryer!

As always, our time at the farm was too short and it was time to head back to the city. Someday, living here will be a reality. Can't wait...

Until next time! Have a blessed week,

Cecilia

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