Wednesday, June 6, 2012

Works In Progress

Today is the first day I felt like getting back to work on a few projects. After multiple appointments, my sale, hunting and gathering, commission jobs, birthdays, my wedding anniversary, etc., I just didn't have it in me for a couple days.   Here are a few recent finds I'm working on.



I've been painting frames.  Found some nice ornate ones.  The bench they're sitting on started like this.



I added an applique, and gave it generous coats of a soft blue.  I then highlighted the applique, and details with white.  I'm contemplating giving it a padded seat.







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50 comments:

  1. OliveJune 5, 2012 at 4:04 PM

    Hi Rosemary, life sweet life goes on doesn't it? I love the oval frame and I have a black one like it in my den hanging empty. hugs, olive

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  2. AnneJune 5, 2012 at 4:12 PM

    Rosemary,
    I have been busy too.And letting too many things slip away.This week I am visiting with friends.Doing some Mom and daughter shopping and also a little cleaning that needed to be done.
    ((((Hugs))
    Anne

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  3. Katie @ Wildwood CreekJune 5, 2012 at 4:29 PM

    Love the bench, and you always find the most gorgeous frames!

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  4. Brenda PruittJune 5, 2012 at 4:37 PM

    Wow! That's quite a transformation on that bench.
    Brenda

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  5. www.MaisonStGermain.comJune 5, 2012 at 4:37 PM

    Happy Anniversary!Love the bench and frames. Your work is always beautiful:)
    ~Debra xxx
    Capers of the vintage vixens

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  6. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageJune 5, 2012 at 4:46 PM

    That is one beautiful bench! I don't know how you manage to find so much of your signature suff! Gorgeous!

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  7. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️June 5, 2012 at 5:10 PM

    Hi Rosemary,

    I love the painted bench and added applique. It looks like you have many more beautiful treasures.

    Dee

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  8. Okio B DesignsJune 5, 2012 at 5:38 PM

    Oooooh, I would love to see that bench with a cushion! Gorgeous!

    Jeanine

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  9. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeJune 5, 2012 at 5:42 PM

    You always have the greatest frames! Love all of their ornate beauty and the white really brings that out!

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  10. UnknownJune 5, 2012 at 5:47 PM

    Happy Belated Anniversary Rosemary! Hope you had a great day of remembrance..time flies...

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  11. Sonya@Beyond the Screen DoorJune 5, 2012 at 6:13 PM

    Hi, Rosemary. I can definitely relate to your "not having it in me" statement. I think we all go through that every so often. Looks like you're back in the groove already!

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  12. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJune 5, 2012 at 6:29 PM

    Great frames, Rosemary, but I am in love with that bench!

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  13. Carlene @ Organized ClutterJune 5, 2012 at 7:33 PM

    You always find great stuff! Love the frames!

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  14. TammyJune 5, 2012 at 7:43 PM

    What a beautiful bench!

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  15. UnknownJune 5, 2012 at 7:47 PM

    Love that bench ! Everything is lovely as always !

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  16. KellyJune 5, 2012 at 8:10 PM

    Oh my gosh!! That bench is stunning! Wish I could have it. You've been busy busy busy. Glad to hear that things are starting to calm down now.

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  17. Cyndi ✪ Blue StarJune 5, 2012 at 8:33 PM

    Hey Rosemary, does the blender pen work on wood applications or just fabric?

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  18. Michelle {Jarrah Jungle}June 5, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    I love the look of empty frames. Your ones are gorgeous. Im always on the look out for them at the op shop but havent found any as stunning as yours. Im not giving up though - Im sure they're around the next shopping corner!

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  19. Liz @ Quirky VistasJune 5, 2012 at 9:28 PM

    The ornate frames make such a beautiful statement. I love the idea of a cushion on the bench. The moments go by too fast to spend them all on projects. It's good to enjoy all the rest of life too! Found your post at Savvy Southern Style.
    Liz

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  20. ℳartina @ Northern NestingJune 5, 2012 at 9:30 PM

    We all have days like that Rosemary and that is life telling us to take a break! I love that bench transformation and those frames are beautiful!!

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  21. ScribblerJune 5, 2012 at 9:36 PM

    I love goopy mirror frames! Especially when they are painted white. I need to go shopping with you.

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  22. Heaven's WalkJune 5, 2012 at 9:37 PM

    Whoa......look at the legs on that pretty bench!!! LUV!!!! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  23. Little Miss MaggieJune 5, 2012 at 10:15 PM

    Your zone is amazing. Don't know how you stay so focused. You deserved a couple of days off.

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  24. AnonymousJune 5, 2012 at 10:55 PM

    Nice bench! I bet it looks really good in the soft blue. You've had a lot on your plate lately. Hopefully, you will be ready to jump back on the bandwagon! LOL

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  25. deborah@confessions of a craigslist junkieJune 5, 2012 at 11:03 PM

    Good for you for giving yourself a break. Those frames are fabulous--you find the greatest stuff!

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  26. Faded CharmJune 5, 2012 at 11:34 PM

    Your whites are always a pleasure to look at Rosemary. That bench is awesome and always the old frames. I have a couple I'm needing to paint as well:-)

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  27. Shabby chic SandyJune 6, 2012 at 12:12 AM

    Love those frames and that bench is gorgeous!

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  28. Bella's Rose CottageJune 6, 2012 at 12:34 AM

    Hi Rosemary,
    Wow you find the goods!! Love those frames!
    Bella

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  29. shabbyechic.blogspot.itJune 6, 2012 at 12:59 AM

    love all!!

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  30. Barbara JeanJune 6, 2012 at 1:11 AM

    That bench is beautiful!!

    always enjoy my visits here.

    blessings
    barbara jean

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  31. DeJune 6, 2012 at 1:36 AM

    Stumbled upon your blog tonight - beautiful items & awesome that you're from my neck of the woods. My brother in law is a tattoo artist in St. Charles & home is Aurora for me originally. Looking forward to following your work. :)

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  32. Amy ChalmersJune 6, 2012 at 5:57 AM

    such a pretty frenchy bench Rosemary!~love it!

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  33. CynthiaJune 6, 2012 at 8:24 AM

    I just love the Frenchy bench and those frames are stunnin. I love frames.

    Saw on Wow us Wednesday

    Cynthia

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  34. CynthiaJune 6, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    I am now following you blog. Newest follower.

    Cynthia

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  35. Sylvia/LittleTreasuresJune 6, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    You go girl!! Love these frames

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  36. Curtains in My TreeJune 6, 2012 at 10:45 AM

    beautiful

    I like the all white frames and started a wall of all Gold ones, I still like my red wall in my office and the gold frames looks good.
    I once almost painted them all white because white looked good also on the red wall

    love your little bench, of course I like all your goodies I am going to try the silver bottle thing, got all my stuff together yesterday

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  37. KateJune 6, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    Rosemary
    I know that life happens and then we need a breather. You are such a talent and I love looking at your creations they are just inspiring.

    xoxo
    Kate

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  38. PetronelaJune 6, 2012 at 1:06 PM

    I love all the bohemian shades of white of your words....you're my kind of people :).

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  39. UnknownJune 6, 2012 at 3:57 PM

    "Back in the zone"??? GIRL...you're ALWAYS in the zone! lovely! ;0

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  40. A Shabby Moment in TimeJune 6, 2012 at 8:09 PM

    Love those frames Rosemary! And good for you to take a little break. You must take time to renew! Remember...it's difficult to pour out our creativity when we're spent. Take time for you...often.
    Blessings & hugs,
    Karen

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  41. BonnieJune 6, 2012 at 8:25 PM

    Love the shade of blue for the table and such pretty frames. I passed up some pretty frames and now wish I had bought them. I like the things you do.

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  42. DebbiedoosJune 6, 2012 at 10:14 PM

    What a pretty pretty Bench Rosemary. You are always busy and on the go go go...and you talk about me! You have me beat...I THINK:)

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  43. Wild Oak DesignsJune 6, 2012 at 10:33 PM

    Oh what beautiful, ornate frames!! I love them...where did you find them??
    Wonderful goodies...can't wait....to see the final....
    Nancy
    http://wildoakdesigns.blogspot.com

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  44. Debra@CommonGroundJune 6, 2012 at 11:37 PM

    so pretty, love it all!!

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  45. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJune 6, 2012 at 11:54 PM

    Hi Rosemary, as usual you are working your wonderful magic. Love how the table turned out. Sounds like you needed a break. You've been very busy. Hope you had a wonderful anniversary.
    Hugs,
    Jann

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  46. MonicaJune 7, 2012 at 7:36 AM

    Wow! Wonderfull blog! I follow you!!!

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  47. Stan and Jody GabaraJune 7, 2012 at 11:22 AM

    You always find the best antiques. Love how you make them even better! Thanks for stopping by with your inspiring comment.


    Jody

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  48. The Bold AbodeJune 7, 2012 at 8:24 PM

    I haven't felt like doing anything... ugh! Gotta get my groove back...

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  49. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereJune 8, 2012 at 6:32 PM

    Beautiful, Rosemary! I love the frames and the table turned out wonderful. Thanks for sharing your projects a the OHP this week.

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  50. TaunnieJune 16, 2012 at 12:36 AM

    Excellent job on your transformations. I really like the frames. They are girly, vintage and chic all at the same time. Everything I love :)

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