Drabby to Shabby in 6 months. First 2 pieces finished.

So today I finished my first shabby shelf. I think it turned out very well. I started out by painting the shelf black, then purple, and then put 2 coats of white paint on the shelf. 

 Once everything was dry I sanded the shelf until some of the paint show through. I think it turned out great for my first piece.

The second piece I made was a picture frame for my kitchen. The frame was raw wood when I started, I painted it red and then white. Did some light sanding and it was finished. I think I am going to put a very pretty plate in the frame.

Red coat first!

 Coat of White!

Finished Piece!!!

Drabby to Shabby in 6 months.

Nemo Junkin 

well I am in the process of learning how to Shabby Chic. I am planning on moving this summer so I am starting to collect items for my home. I have noticed that I like things that either cost way too much to buy at the store or are things that you just cant buy. So in true family fashion I am going to make or redo my items. This weekend I am going "junkin" with my mom, (check out her blog). We have thrift stores, yard sales, and an Auction. Busy busy. I have a table and a chest I am going to redo and I am currently working on a little shelf. Figured I could start with something small and it would be a bit easier. Stay tuned and tune in daily for the adventures that me and my trusty sidekick, Nemo, will be encountering in the months to come.