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    A New Project

    May 10, 2010 - By 

    A few of the blogs I frequent have been participating in a special project this year called Dress Up Challenge 2010.  After seeing the unique take on this project from so many participants I wished I had joined.  Someone said…”well why don’t you…you can catch up.” Yet I still was reluctant.

    My latest trip to the thrift store changed my mind. When I saw this small cupboard I knew it was there for a reason… I needed to transform it into a wardrobe for the dresses.

    It doesn’t look like much now but that is about to change. I’ve removed the tiny hooks and wood cross pieces from the inside. Next I’m going to give both the outside and inside a makeover. Lastly I’ll install a closet rod for the dresses to hang from.

    I’m very excited about this new project and look forward to sharing my progress.

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    The package has landed…

    May 7, 2010 - By 

    So I called my friend Elizabeth this afternoon and interrupted her day to have her check her mailbox.

    WooHoo… the package I mentioned has arrived!

    Let me tell you…it was so much fun to be on the phone while she opened it.

    I love making a gift geared directly for one person. Every little detail is specific to them or how they fit into my life.

    It’s even better when the friend “gets” the altered art sort of thing. Such as the  rusted piece of metal strapping I used. I picked this up on a walk with my nieghbor…who I’m pretty sure thought I was a nut job…but puts up with me anyway. 🙂  Actually, she’s getting used to me stopping for odd bits of junk as we walk.

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    Getting back in the swing

    May 4, 2010 - By 

    I wanted to say thank you to those of you who emailed or commented on my previous post. You words were very thoughtful and heartfelt. It does get easier with time just as it’s said.

    I finished the gift I had started a while back but I can only give a tiny peek as it was mailed today. As soon as I hear she got it, I’ll show you it in full.  Of course, it’s late but it would have been even if my world wouldn’t have fallen apart. Luckily, the recipient is a patient woman.