Wednesday, September 25, 2013

" To Each His Own " DIY

 
 
This bittersweet summer season
 
I learned much more than
 
I ever thought possible...
 
  
I rescued pieces
 
so unloved my heart broke
 
as I looked at them waiting by the wayside
 
I reflected upon life while I was
 
waiting for a season of change...
 
 


 
 
 
 
When I stumbled upon this deconstructed chair under a heap
 
of trash I melted...
 
 
 
 

 
 
 
I felt like I was tearing apart my own soul
 
as I removed the left over old and tarnished fabric.
 
I kept pulling out the old stuffing to get to her bones, her true beauty.
 
As I painted over her dark old wood stain
 
I saw the treasured finish that I knew was under that mess.
 
Springs showing and remnants of what once was still holding on
 
 while I sanded her to a smooth finish.
 
My heart smiled
 
and I placed her in a corner
 
where I could admire all that she holds
 
just like my soul...
 
 
 
 
 
 
The heart wanders through this life and sometimes
 
we journey a season alone...
 

 
 

This vintage desk was transformed
 
inside my mind the minute I found her.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Her top was so worthy
 
of another chance...
 
 
 
 
 



After removing the top then sanding  
 
I used scrap reclaimed wood to give her
 
new legs and then painted a French Gray wash
 
to complete her new Farm style look...


 
 


 
 
She was renewed
 
and full of beauty to shine...
 
 
 
 
 
Two unwanted end tables
 
spurred my creative flow into
 
 industrial beauty...
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Attaching reclaimed wood planks to the tops
 
and using wax to give a true rich finish...
 
 

 
 
 
Simple and sweet to pull up next to
 
a cozy chair...
 
 



 
 
My heart is filled
 
with joy as I look at the end result...
 
 
This week I will be linking up with
 
my favorite lovelies in Blog land...
 
 
 
 
 
For those of you who hold me up
 
in your prayers I am so thankful for each and every one
 
of you. I am so blessed to be here
 
back blogging and ready to share
 
my projects for this lovely Fall season.
 
 
 
 
 
 
With a heart filled with love
 
and thanksgiving I wish you
 
all a very blessed week...
at

34 comments:

  1. Amy KinserSeptember 23, 2013 at 7:08 PM

    Blessings to you beautiful lady!

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  2. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesSeptember 23, 2013 at 7:18 PM

    I love your vision, Kate...you look for the beauty in life...XO

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  3. Kadee WillowSeptember 23, 2013 at 7:56 PM

    That chair makes me swoon, too! I saw one in an antique store and passed on it as I didn't have room to take it home with me. Haunts me to this day!! Love all your transformations!

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  4. Debra@CommonGroundSeptember 23, 2013 at 8:27 PM

    just amazing, Kate. I always love your wonderful heartfelt transformations!

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  5. CamSeptember 23, 2013 at 10:02 PM

    Simple beauty. Your writing is so soothing. Your vision so clear.

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  6. AnnSeptember 24, 2013 at 4:57 AM

    Hi Kate, I was so happy to see your post. I loved all the things you shared and know they were transformed into things of raw beauty as only you could do. I think of you often, and wonder how your doing. Sending a big hug and prayers. Rea

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  7. Julie MarieSeptember 24, 2013 at 5:05 AM

    Dear Kate... your words bring tears to my eyes... there is so much beauty in this post... your words, your photos, your salvaged treasures... your outlook on life... you are an amazing lady and inspire me to look inside myself and be the person I truly am... much love, xoxo Julie Marie

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  8. www.MaisonStGermain.comSeptember 24, 2013 at 5:53 AM

    The transformations are beautiful just like you:) You find beauty in everything you touch, such a gift. You are always in my prayers.
    ~Debra xxx
    Capers of the vintage vixens.

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  9. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageSeptember 24, 2013 at 6:12 AM

    So glad you saved that elegant lady (the chair). She looks so happy. :) Your table transformations are amazing! I really think I would have over looked them. Love them now! Glad you are feeling up to blogging sweet one!

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  10. "Create Beauty"September 24, 2013 at 6:52 AM

    Oh how fabulous! 'Beauty from Ashes', transformation of decor and heart.

    Seeing the potential is key

    so lovely

    ~ Violet

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  11. SeawashedSeptember 24, 2013 at 7:16 AM

    That chair is beautiful. So kind that you rescued her. And the grey table ...sigh.

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  12. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~September 24, 2013 at 7:17 AM

    Love all your transformations!! So very pretty! And love that old chair, its gorgeous!!! Happy sweet day! xo Holly

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  13. SheilaSeptember 24, 2013 at 7:36 AM

    So funny...I was thinking of you yesterday and never had a moment to give you a call or a text at that. I MISS Seeing your post, but am fulfilled now...such lovely finds.

    Blessings my friend,
    Sheila

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  14. It's meSeptember 24, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    Lovely !!! great autumn season darling...love Ria...x !

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  15. WhiteWhispers2uSeptember 24, 2013 at 9:56 AM

    Soothes the Soul to see what you have transpired from your findings.The Chair is Simply Gorgeous! Great job on all as always.Many Blessings your way! xoxo

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  16. CURIOUS September 24, 2013 at 12:08 PM

    That Chair is Fit for Royalty . . .
    how Apropos Our Sweet Kate brought It back to Life !!
    Your Posts Inspire Our Junkin' Souls !
    Thank You !

    BIG HUGS from YOUR TEXAS BOYS !
    JOE & GLENN

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  17. Rosemary@villabarnesSeptember 24, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    Glad you're back, Kate. I always look forward to seeing the results of your visions.

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  18. Faded CharmSeptember 24, 2013 at 2:53 PM

    What a wonderful deconstructed chair, Kate! I love all your rescued items and hope you are enjoying the Fall season. So far we are Wet, wet, wet:-( Hopefully the sun will come out again!

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  19. Burlap LuxeSeptember 24, 2013 at 5:17 PM

    Kate, such beauty through your eyes and heart. Your post is just so moving and opens our own hearts to your excitement in all you imagine a piece to be.

    You will have to come over to my place and notice the new kitchen piece from an old salvaged outdated TV. Unit from the late 70's when crown moldings were as solid as can be and when I got a hold of it I cut I half slimming it down from 26" in depth to now being 13" 1/2 inches in depth, adding shelving in the top and dividing off the bottom cubby made this piece the perfect open French Farmhouse open cabinet to love.
    I find the best inspiration in found objects and Castoffs that others see nothing left in them to give.
    A little white paint and some rough sanding ages anything with the right kind of rightness that's forgiving in any home.

    Your pieces are forever forgiving in your home where they have found your heart in giving them life.

    Bisous
    Xx

    Doré

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  20. Michele M./ Finch RestSeptember 24, 2013 at 6:27 PM

    Hi Kate -

    I love your saved those sad, neglected and unloved pieces and made them "your own."

    Hope each day finds you feeling wonderful.

    Happy Autumn, sweet lady.

    Hugs and prayers.

    Michele

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  21. AnneSeptember 25, 2013 at 5:10 AM

    Kate you were meant to rescue these pieces!Everything you touch turns to gold.....you are amazing!Love that beautiful chair.The shape,structure,everything about it!
    xx
    Anne

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  22. must love junkSeptember 25, 2013 at 7:43 AM

    Kate, you have such a gift! A gift for transforming unloved pieces into beautiful works of art, and a gift for telling a lovely story surrounding each piece! I really enjoyed this post! xo
    Susan

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  23. White Lace and PromisesSeptember 25, 2013 at 1:24 PM

    What a beautiful post. The analogy of life sure has me thinking about mine. I will post soon about my cracked pitcher. Our analogies are similar. I love every redo. They are fabulous!

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  24. UnknownSeptember 26, 2013 at 1:57 AM

    I always leave here smiling when I visit - what a beautiful post - your transformations are just gorgeous - especially that deconstructed chair - LOVE !!!
    Hugs,
    Suzan

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  25. Jeanette@Creating a Life StudioSeptember 26, 2013 at 11:54 AM

    Beautiful pieces, beautiful words, beautiful you. Loved this post, Kate!

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  26. UnknownSeptember 27, 2013 at 4:28 AM

    Ms. Kate, I don't know why you were on my mind this morning when I woke up so I wanted to drop ya a note and tell ya I was thinking about you and your sweet family. I hope that you are doing well. Of course, your creations are BEAUTIFUL. That desk was amazing ... I would have never thought to remove/reuse the top. Have a wonderful day my dear friend ~
    {HUGS}
    Deanna

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  27. BohemianSeptember 27, 2013 at 4:47 PM

    Kate we are indeed Kindred Spirits when it comes to the Heartfelt Joy of a Rescue and second Life given to Found Treasures so unloved that they Call out to us to reclaim them! Such Lovely Transformations... and that Chair *swooning*... Magnificent Decrepid Style, which is of coarse my Favorite!

    Blessings and Love from the Arizona Desert... Dawn... The Bohemian

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  28. Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and AcornsOctober 8, 2013 at 7:01 PM

    Good evening! I hope that you are enjoying Fall!

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  29. Chrissy...The Apothecary ShopOctober 15, 2013 at 5:03 PM

    Kate..I LOVE that chair..your heart must have been pounding a mile a minute when you saw it..sooo beautiful!!! I have to ask too how is that book A life less ordinary..I have heard a lot about it and am curious to know what you think..hope all is well with you,Lots of love,Chrissy

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  30. BohemianOctober 15, 2013 at 10:05 PM

    Dear Kate... Thank You for your Sweet Heartfelt Words Tonight. I know that you too have often 'gone through' and have certainly been an Inspiration for me and many others. Keeping on keeping on is my Goal. With Love and Hugs coming to you from the Arizona Desert... Dawn... The Bohemian

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  31. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonOctober 15, 2013 at 11:21 PM

    Sweet Kate, I worry about you when I don't see you! You are often in my thoughts and prayers. You truly work magic on time worn treasures! That chair took my breath away. Hope your are doing o.k. Your words always touch my heart and soul!
    hugs,
    Jann

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  32. A Cozy Cottage in the CityOctober 21, 2013 at 11:55 PM

    Hi Kate,

    I have to tell you that I absolutely adore all of your projects and your love of all things worn! You always seem to breathe new life into these lovely objects...absolutely inspiring! It's been awhile since I've posted and visited, but thought I'd drop in to see what you have been up to! Really enjoy all of your posts...well, I've always loved your posts! ;)

    Have a splendid day!


    XO's,
    Jessie

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  33. Cheryl ~ ZanyMaydOctober 23, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    Hello Dear Kate,

    I know I will always see "Beauty" when I stop by....
    I sure have missed blogging for so long & hope to
    be back soon,
    xox
    Cheryl

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  34. UnknownDecember 15, 2013 at 11:54 AM

    Beautiful post, super unique imagery, thank you for sharing the inspiration

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