Patina General

Tools of the Trade: Everything but the Kitchen Sink

When I went to my client's home to assemble the drawer memory boxes, I really didn't know what I would want to use to affix the wide variety of items that would create the 3D collages. And when I'm somewhere other than home, I like to bring absolutely everything I may need. I thought I'd show you what was in my bag of tricks on this installation day. Maybe some of these will be new to you:

Drawer Memory Boxes

Finally finished up a client project last week that I thought would be fun to share. It's a great way to use up some extra drawers that you may have laying around, and create some sentimental art for your home.

Tart Mold Pedestals

One of my favorite chameleon, decorating staples that Mr. Fix-it makes for me are these little tart mold pedestals. I've seen quite a few larger versions out there in blogdom, but think these little guys are still pretty original...which is saying a lot in this T.M.I. (too many ideas), Pinterest world we live in. 

Making a Luminary... Sheet Music Style

The Dollhouse Project

Hope you all had a Merry Christmas! We're having a typical day-after, crash-and-burn day...still in my P.J.'s at 5 pm, and snacking on leftovers all day, while ignoring the last batch of dirty dishes in the sink. But since it's been too busy of a week to even blog, thought I'd share with you the "little" project we've been busy with...a dollhouse for my 3 1/2 year old niece.

Pallet Signs... not as easy as they look

Pallet Signs, I love 'em!

Handy Household Appliances

There's a couple household appliances in my battalion of handy tools that are invaluable when it comes to my line of work. (Which is exactly...what??) Making the tired and worn pretty and functional again!

Girly Ice Cream Party

It's becoming a summer tradition that Happy Girl and a friend host a party for their group of girls. The preparations are of course, just as much fun for them as the actual party. Last year they had a campfire party in the evening. This year they hosted an afternoon ice cream party in the heat of the day.

Junk-y Letter

A Junk-y "J" for our home.

Crochet Dishcloths

I love all the yarn color possibilities for dishcloth making.