Pretty Pretty Chair

I love chairs...I mean I really love chairs! I wish you could see my basement. At least half of the storage room is filled with chairs in many different stages of repair or shall I say dis-repair.

This cute little chair has literally sat in about seven spots in my house. It's so darn sweet. The size is perfect because it doesn't take up much room. It can be added to the table when an unexpected guest arrives, pushed up to a desk to write a quick note or used to brighten the corner of any room.

I painted the chair using ASCP in Old White and distressed it a bit to add some character. And then...the fabric...I LOVE this fabric!!! It just makes me happy with it's bright colors and flowers. Who doesn't smile when they see flowers?

I'm working on another project using this fabric. And I must say...it's fabulous!!! Stay tuned!!! Have a wonderful Easter!

Happy Birthday America!!!

WOW!!! What a great weekend and wonderful 4th. No painting work happening the past few days.

The park district in our small town hosts a children's walking parade each 4th of July. The kids decorate their bikes, wagons and scooters and are judged for their creativity. There is even a doggie category!

Our youngest LOVES fire engines. And today he was able to get an up-close look and couldn't take his eyes off it.

The parents and children walk from one of the parks out to the town recreation center. Once there they had prizes and snacks for all the participants.

Our kids each won prizes in their categories! Not bad for a quick decorating job this morning. They were, of course, thrilled with their win and wore their medals ALL day!

The town's mayor was even there to hand out the prizes. How nice is that?

Here's hoping your holiday was as fabulous as ours.