There’s no such thing as relaxing around here. Between ballgames and birthday parties, I’m hoping to work on our house a little this weekend. . .
I’ve managed to add a little Fall to the front porch, and hope to bring some of the season inside as well. I finally tossed my Pier 1 fall wreath after 8 years. The fake leaves were literally dripping their colors off on the front door every time it rained :)
(Notice one of my Big Lots garden stools is yet another color.)
If I get really ambitious, I plan to tackle a gallery wall in our entry. The frames are purchased and sitting by the front door now (just to remind me of things I probably wont’ get finished. . ).
I started taping (and taping and taping) and spray painting this lantern I picked up at Habitat Restore last week. It’s going to take some major touching up before it gets installed in the office.
And, most importantly, we’ll be celebrating this sweet boy’s 7th birthday this weekend. He’s a good one :)
What are your plans?
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Jan Hales Designs says
September 30, 2011 at 12:54 pmCan’t wait to see pictures of some of those projects completed :) Have a great weekend…and it’s my Birthday this weekend as well!
Kim @ keller-creative says
September 30, 2011 at 1:14 pmI still can’t believe that the garden stool is from Big Lots. I love the terracotta color its now painted.
Wives says
September 30, 2011 at 1:15 pmwhat color are you going to do the light fixture? i used an awesome oil rubbed bronze spray paint by rustoleum and loved the finish. i bet it will turn out great since its a lovely looking light!
Cliff & Kim says
September 30, 2011 at 2:24 pmLove your blog…and love that purse! May I ask where it is from? I am looking for a brown one and I’m having a hard time!!! Thanks!
Cliff & Kim says
September 30, 2011 at 2:24 pmLove your blog…and love that purse! May I ask where it is from? I am looking for a brown one and I’m having a hard time!!! Thanks!
Cliff & Kim says
September 30, 2011 at 2:24 pmLove your blog…and love that purse! May I ask where it is from? I am looking for a brown one and I’m having a hard time!!! Thanks!
Cliff & Kim says
September 30, 2011 at 2:24 pmLove your blog…and love that purse! May I ask where it is from? I am looking for a brown one and I’m having a hard time!!! Thanks!
Cliff & Kim says
September 30, 2011 at 2:24 pmLove your blog…and love that purse! May I ask where it is from? I am looking for a brown one and I’m having a hard time!!! Thanks!
Emily A. Clark says
September 30, 2011 at 2:27 pm@Wives–That’s exactly the color I used to paint the lantern. Great minds …. :)
@Kim My purse is an el cheapo. No brand–I think it came from Ross or TJMaxx.
17 Perth says
September 30, 2011 at 2:57 pmSounds like a fun weekend–and I am agreeing with Kim…I am a little jealous of your big lots garden stool.
Camille says
September 30, 2011 at 4:04 pmHi Emily — I can already picture how awesome the lantern is going to look. And those mums are so full and luscious. You were lucky to find ones that are just budding. (I can’t here.)
Happy Birthday to your son!
Caimlle
Danielle {freshquince} says
September 30, 2011 at 5:02 pmHappy Birthday to that handsome boy! And can’t wait to see the after of the chandy…
lisaroyhandbags says
September 30, 2011 at 5:04 pmHaving just finished my gallery wall, I know what a big job that is! Happy framing!
Holly says
September 30, 2011 at 5:31 pmGood luck with your to-do list. I love that lantern – looking forward to seeing it displayed. Have a great weekend.
[email protected] says
September 30, 2011 at 5:44 pmWell that looks like a lesson in patience having to tape off every piece of glass in the lantern. I hope your son has a fabulous birthday!
Nan @ Playful Decor says
September 30, 2011 at 5:52 pmHi Emily, you have your work cut out for you! Can’t wait to see the light when you’re done. I continue to grab a can of paint and walk around the house! My oldest will turn 7 on his next b-day…they’re growing up! I’m also doing my first giveaway for an instructional slipcover dvd! Have a great weekend!
despar2 says
September 30, 2011 at 6:15 pmHi Emily! I am really looking forward to seein the projects done especially the chandelier. I have been thinking about going to habitat for humanity resale store here in my town to find items.
Bring Pretty Back says
September 30, 2011 at 7:34 pmEmily – Happy birthday to your son! ahh seven.
I love a weekend with fun projects planned!
Do what you want and save the rest for next weekend!
Can’r wait to see your progress next week
Have a pretty day!
Kristin
Kristen | Cottage Modern says
September 30, 2011 at 7:44 pmEmily–thanks for your comment on my blog. Here’s the link to those delicious pendant lights my client found for her kitchen: http://www.arcadianlighting.com/svh-7-730-1-13.html. They come in chrome too…..I think my next white kitchen may have to include these! Have a great weekend with your projects :)
Mo 'Betta says
October 1, 2011 at 3:54 pmI bought a couple of mums, hoping to keep them alive long enough! That picture of your son is so good! A handsome young man :)
Cassie {Hi Sugarplum!} says
October 3, 2011 at 3:22 pmYour boy is so cute — hope he had a great birthday. And thanks for rubbing it in again that you found ceramic stools at Big Lots. ;)
Penelope says
October 3, 2011 at 3:28 pmlook forward to seeing the reveal of that light – i’ve contemplated a makeover of those 80s brass fixtures before but never jumped into it. i’m sure it will be a stunner!