weekend project

This weekend I will be working on refinishing the black table I found at the flea market.


The inspiration for the redo was this classic Saarinen table with a white base and walnut top.



I'll let you know how it goes...happy weekend!

mirror mirror

My weekend project from 10/16 was focused on a large mirror that I wanted to give a little update to. Here's how it went:

Here is the (unassuming) mirror in its originial state.

All taped off and ready to go

Not sure if she likes it yet... (sorry, I had to throw that in!)

The process included two coats of flat grey wall paint

Followed by a coat of white paint brushed on then wiped off. D and I did this twice, okay he did this part.

And here is the final result. The mirror is on the wall in the master bedroom. While we were at it I painted a small side table for a nightstand. I'll post pictures when the room is more together.

one man's treasure

Check out our sweet finds from the Pasadena Flea Market last weekend. After a little sanding and some (non-toxic) clearcoat, the rocking chairs will be gracing our patio. More on the table later.

Sustainable Business Expo

Calling all Orange County locals! Join us today for the Sustainable Business Leadership Council's Green Business Expo. The leaders in sustainable business in Southern California will be there to demonstrate how going green affects your bottom line and how to get started in greening your business.

There will be drinks and appetizers and plenty of time for networking before a great panel series and keynote speaker Glen Croston, author of 75 Green Businesses. It's an event not to be missed!

Find out more information sblc.org. See you there!

in the library 11.02.09

I'm in apartment decor mode: so this week's book pick is all about living large in a small{ish} space. I love the Apartment Therapy website and the book does an equally great job at making it easy for us apt. dwellers to create our home. The book includes super-efficient space plans, some snazzy pics and explains why certain details just work.

Check it out!

find it at Amazon or your favorite local retailer