Images of the Past...

Here are some Olde images from my personal collection. I find them very inspiring.

A Very Distressed Table...

I thought I would share what I did over the last couple of days being snowed in with my kids... I took the liberty of distressing my kitchen table. As you can see, from the chairs it was a really plain amish oak table. I will get to the chairs later this spring.

Step one: Sand entire table with a palm sander and 60 grit sandpaper until bare wood is showing.

Step two: Roll on primer with foam roller. ( 2 coats ). I just used primer and not paint and it will not wipe off or scratch off.

Step three: Distress sanding where you would normally see natural wearing. Around the edge, one the top where you would have plates sitting etc.

Step four: After sanding, I used Minwax dark walnut stain. I rubbed it all over the surface doing sections at a time. Then I came back with a clean cloth and wiped it off. This stain will not come off after a few minutes, so make sure you wipe it off fast.

That's it, this is the end result.

HAPPY TIMES....

I just love these flower bears by artist Bev White!!! How creative and original.... Please click on the link to purchase one. Click here: happy tymes collectibles, artist bears by Bev White And to see more of her lovely creations!!!!

Newly Listed on My Ebay...

I have just added this Primitive mirror to ebay.....

And The Winner Is...

Sweet Annie!!!!! From the singing woods.... Step right up Deena, and claim your prize. Thanks to everyone who signed up for the Vanlentine's give away. I hope to have more of them in the future, so come back often.

Wonderful Friends From Afar...

Yesterday I received these wonderful cards from Suzanne of Pear Tree Primitives. I was one of 3 winners of her blog give away. It is so wonderful to have people that are so willing to give. Thanks so much for these beautiful cards Suzanne.

Newly Listed on My Ebay...

I have listed a couple great primitive items on ebay... Please check them out. ID: humblecrowprimwares