I've been trying desperately to finish up some projects before we move since we have a lot of space in our current garage right now to do work. One involves stripping this old mid century desk for my new office/craft space. Truth: I would not wish paint stripping upon my worst enemy. Especially on old paint. Never again. Our garage is where I've been spending all of Henry's naps and bedtimes for the last few days. I also recovered an old vanity stool in that fabric above. But no more pics until everything is set up in the new place. Here's a little peak into our new place!
Here are some links for you to explore this weekend (hope yours is more relaxing than mine!):
Great sources list for maps as wall art.
If I had any sort of knitting skills I'd want to make this big soft bear from Purl Bee
Look what you can create for your little babe from old handkerchiefs!
This baked french toast looks so delicious. Do you make something special for weekend breakfasts? I wish I was better at that.
Guys. I'm still thinking about headboards. Maybe my new place will inspire me to get on this once and for all. Isn't this one just so simple and beautiful?
This melodrama Ikea Heights is hilarious. Takes place in an ikea store, but the store doesn't know! 7 episodes so far. Couldn't stop giggling.
For cooking club this week the theme was finger food or miniature food. I made zucchini gratins in little ramekins and will definitely be using this recipe again. Yum!
And some new to me inspiring blogs:
Adventures in Dressmaking
Somewhat Simple
Armas Design
Bright and Blithe
Have a great one!!
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Your new place looks GORGEOUS!!! You are one lucky gal...love those built-in bookcases, fireplace, and moldings. Wow. Where is it located in the city?
It's in the inner Richmond right by the part of golden gate park with the museums
Beautiful new place, Liz!
Beautiful new place, Liz!
I love all the new to me blogs you've introduced me to lately, thanks!
Thanks you so much for the maps resource. I've wanted a large wall map for ages and haven't found the right one. Now I have more places to look! Thanks again. -Sally
Your inspiration is always lovely. Thanks for sharing!
this site is so fun! i need some more time to browse a bit!
Are you using a chemical stripper? Have you ever tried stripping with a heat gun? I used it to strip some of the thickly-painted old woodwork in our house when we were remodeling, and it is SO much faster. You can get it all off the first go-around instead of re-applying the Jasco.
Your place looks fantastic!
And thanks for introducing me to adventures in dressmaking. So fab!
Good luck on your projects and packing! Can't wait to see your place
what's your fabric source?
the fabric was a random find from joanns!
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