I thought I would give you a sneak peak of a springtime project I am currently working on. I am still currently on the hunt for 4 pretty knobs that I want to add…. The step by step tutorial will be ready next week. Scroll down for another springtime sneak peak project. Laura  Linking to: Centsational Girl Common Ground © 2016 Decor To Adore Laura Ingalls Gunn All Rights Reserved ... View the Post

Way back in August I had shared my desire to recover my six formal dining room chairs. They are part of a set from Belgium circa 1890 that we had purchased while living in Germany. This is the “BEFORE” shot. The fabric does appear to be screaming “The 90’s want their upholstery back!” An even closer inspection reveals “Ewwwww, several stains.” So, why did it take me so long to get the job done? One word: staples. About 200 each, per chair, had to be removed. First the black covering ... View the Post

From the bottom of our hearts, the entire family thanks you for kindness, love and support. While I take time with my family please enjoy this post from the DTA March 2008 archives. Thatching is a process of covering a roof with dried vegetation such as heather and straw. It is perhaps the oldest form of roofing material. Thatching in Ireland has gone on for over 9,000 years. Originally it was used by those with less financial means. Thatching today is quite expensive due to its labor ... View the Post

I am going to tell you right now that this chair makes me feel like a side order of awesome sauce. A few weeks ago the Fashionista mentioned that her Ikea desk chair was on its last legs. Literally. For those of you following the current project list on my sidebar a desk chair revamp was not on the list. But on Labor Day I swung by the Savers thrift store 50% off sale and spotted this wallflower needlepoint for $2.00. I gave it a second glance since my girl was born in the month of the daisy ~ ... View the Post

It’s no secret that I adore French furniture. My two favorite styles are from the Louis XV and Louis XVI time of reign. Recently I have been having a moment of adoration with Louis XVI commodes. A French commode is a low cabinet or chest of drawers. The word commode literally translates to “convenient” Which is probably why American’s butchered the word to describe certain indoor plumbing.  I really love commodes with painted finishes. Commodes were often placed between two windows ... View the Post