80's Brass Lamp Makeover...

Do you know how much a good looking lamp shade costs?  

Me too!  But while thrifting recently - I found this lovely lamp shade - 

complete with tassels - for $8.  Sold!

 But when I picked it up - a cashier was quick to

 inform me that the lamp went with it - all for $8!  Oh my!  

The lamp weighs a ton - very solid and full of quality - 

but not quite my style in its brass finish.

But for $8 - I figured I could do something with it.

  So after a little tape job... 

 ...and some spray paint - my lamp has a new look.  

 I used Rustoleum's Metallic Flat Chestnut trigger spray paint 

with no prep to the finish - I just sprayed it on.

  Eeesy peesy...

I'm so happy with it. 

The little grouping next to the lamp includes some inventory waiting to sell.  

The sweet teeny basket is available here.

I think I'm in love with spray paint.

I know I'm in love with my new lamp!   ~Joyce
Linking to Let's Talk Vintage
and What's it Wednesday
 

Saturday Sightings and Findings...

Today was my first garage sale outing of the season.

While a bit windy and chilly - it was worth it to find

 that one stop was at this lovely horse farm...

Just look at those budding trees!

 The old barn had a bit of pitina...

Did I mention horses?

 

Some of my finds...

The little suitcase is just a treasure.  

Never mind that it has no handle - we can improvise.

  A.M.K... hmmm.... Absolutely My Kind!

And I try not to pass up anything with fluer de lis.

  But this time - truth be told - I didn't notice this

 shelf sconce had them until I got home.

And that's what makes it all so fun - the happy surprises.

Happy Saturday!  ~Joyce

Spring Outdoor Things...

Signs of spring are popping up everywhere.  

Allow me to share a few sightings from our afternoon walk.

This simple daffodil door swag...

 

... perfectly adorned these church doors in duo...

It's a tad early for most people when it comes to

 decorating their porches - but this cottage owner is on it... 

Have an old gas can?  What a sweet bird house...

And of course - the crocuses are in full swing...

Spring - and New Life...what joy!  

I trust you had a blessed Easter Day and spent some

 time celebrating the Resurrection of our Lord. 

He is worthy of all our Praise! ~ Joyce

Empty Tomb On My Easter Mantel...

Better late than never - I've reworked my mantel to offer a taste 

of Spring and Easter.  And look what happened...
 

 ...a version of the empty tomb appeared!  (yes, that's a birdhouse...)  

I wasn't planning to use it this way - it just sort of happened.  

But it works I think - and what a great reminder that Jesus lives!

 The twig wreath is a reminder of the crown of thorns Jesus wore for me.  

And purple?  It's the color of royalty - for My King Jesus.

 The bibles hold the Easter story - from beginning to end -

and were once lovingly held and read by my parents.

Paging through them brings tears, smiles and all sorts of emotions

as I read their notes and verses that shaped their lives. 

How very blessed I am to have had this Godly heritage.

May yours be a blessed Easter.  And if Jesus is not the King of your life - 

please consider inviting him to that role this season.

 I promise, there is no better Ruler and no better Kingdom to join. 

True Joy Awaits ~Joyce

Paris Box - Inventory Makeover...

 I'm continuing my mission to remake stale inventory to get it sold.  

This plain wood box finally received an update in white.  

I have no idea what took me so long!

Paris Box Project

Originally this box (which holds a set of bridge score cards) - was pretty boring...

But now - it has French appeal...

I used a portion of a graphic by the Graphics Fairy and did  

this wax paper technique with my inkjet printer (no laser printer required).  

The ink on my wax paper seemed fairly faint and I didn't think 

it would transfer - but happily - it was a success! 

Box and violets cards are available here.

Now what else can I update?  ~Joyce
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