Fall has finally fully landed at this house.
As I've mentioned before, the free section of Craigslist is one of the more exciting spots for me to regularly scour. It's amazing what you can find, for free, that you never knew you needed!
Check this guy out...a little before shot:
I wasn't sure what to do with it. But it looked promising.
So after a little priming, a coat of white paint for the exterior and some chalkboard paint where a mirror formerly existed, I stumbled upon the centerpiece for my new fall porch.
I think my eventual plan will be to hang it as our seasonal welcome board on the house, but I need a man for that job. And he's not usually around during nap time. :)
I just love it! Not too shabby for free-99!
Accompanied with my new fall wreath I whipped up the other day.
It officially feels like spiced cider and sweaters are welcome in this home.
Super cute, sweetie!! You're so very talented and clever!!
ReplyDeleteAshley I love it! I seriously think that I saw it on Craigslist...who knew something so shabby could be so chic! Let's have a play date soon!
ReplyDeleteThanks Cammie - and yes, let's definitely get the kiddos together soon!!
Deletei mean...the before picture is so ugly. and the finished product is so cute and expensive and restoration/pottery barnish looking! i feel like i'd never be able to see the potential in things the way you can...you have a gift! i love it!
ReplyDeleteHaha - I know. The before is terrible. I brought it home and Blake about busted a gut laughing at me. It's amazing what a simple coat of white paint can do to something! Thanks Hil!
Deleteso cute! what a great idea- love the chalkboard!
ReplyDeleteThat's just way cool! Ooo that Craigslist can be so addicting!
ReplyDeleteComing from the Shabby Creek Cottage!
I love your transformation Ashley. It looks fabulous. Thanks for linking to Shabbilicious Friday this week
ReplyDeleteLove it! I think it looks great outside! I never would have thought to put it there. Such a cute fall porch!
ReplyDeleteAnd I'm stopping by again to tell you how much I love your porch! The hay and the before/after is my favorite. The chalk paint looks perfect on it, can't wait to see what you do with it when fall is over :)
ReplyDeleteI love it!! Your Porch looks super cute and festive.
ReplyDeleteI recently found a headboard curbside and made it my craft space :)
http://fancyfrugallife.blogspot.com/2012/10/old-headboard-to-craft-nook-my-new.html
What a fantastic idea! It looks beautiful. :) Megan
ReplyDeleteThis is gorgeous! Great job. I hope you will stop by and link this up to my Wickedly Creative Halloween Ideas Party if you haven't already.
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I've never been on Craigslist because I was afraid I would spend all my money. I didn't even know there was a free section! Now I'm gonna have to check it out. Thanks for fueling the addiction :)
ReplyDeleteI love that you saved this piece! It looks great since its beautiful makeover! i bet all your neighbours stop to see it nicely displayed on your porch too!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great addition for outside decorating. Thanks for linking up at Shabbilicious Friday this week.
ReplyDeleteSo creative! I love it!
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