What's Up With the Names, and Meet Gwen...

My youngest daughter says to me, "Why do you name the furniture?" I bet some of you were wondering that too.  There are two very good reasons why I name each piece we do.  Firstly, it is easier to keep track of the pieces that way and easier for me to reference them by name to clients.  Secondly, it's just quirky and fun. It brings life to the pieces, creates a story.  So yea, it may be a little odd, but it works for me. ;)

Now on to Gwen.  This is what poor Gwen looked like when we picked her up.  She was quite sad.

She had been neglected quite a bit, and lost her former glory.  We were in love with her pedestal base and gorgeous chairs.  So we hopped to prettying her up!  Take a look at her now in our booth at Southern Marketplace.

We painted her table top Annie Sloan French Linen, and her base, apron and chairs Duckegg Blue.  Such a great combination.  Reminds me of the beach a bit, very tranquil.

Have I mentioned I hate painting spindles?  Like truly hate it?  What a pain, but so worth it. I love the carved detail on the chairs.

She really is gorgeous now.  We are thrilled with how she turned out.  And take a look at the sign we had made for our booth by a local artist.

In love!  I need to figure out what I want for our home.  I really adore the look of these reclaimed pallet wood signs, and have the perfect spot in my great room for a nice big one. If you have any suggestions as to what saying we should use, leave a comment.  And if you are interested in a sign of your own, I'll give you the gal's information.  She is a joy to work with!

Off to paint more pieces…wait till you see what we are working on now.