I don't know about you but I always seem to have heaps of projects on the go which I inadvertently leave half completed ('I mean they're almost finished!') or projects I intend doing but never do.
I keep pretending I just don't have time because of my job and busy social life outside of it but I know I do really! Time management.
The top little side table with cupboard I found while driving through a neighbouring suburb one day headed for brunch but a lady was having a little garrage sale so I put on the brakes and stepped over to have a little look. Pure curbside thrift, it cost $20. I'm planning on painting it white as it's currently a deep cream which isn't really matching anything else right now. I took this snap when we first got it, you can see the grey felt under the legs protecting the floor! They have been replaced but that's all so far..
The victorian-style side table I picked up ages ago from Gumtree for the same cost. (Anyone remember me mentioning it here?) It was a bit scratched on the surface but I didn't care as I had a plan. This is one of my half completed projects as I've sanded it back and put on an under coat and one coat of white paint - it looks almost completed...in low lighting...
Hmmm are you like me or are you better organised?
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I do little projects like these! I randomly drive by someones drive way on trash day and see a side table or desk or chair that looks perfectly normal, a little worn and i scoop it up in the back on my SUV and give it some TLC and WA-LA it looks loves and wanted and pretty and brand new again! Makes me feel good!
ReplyDeleteBut it does take me some time to get these projects done. i will start on them and then get side tracked and a month later i find myself trying ti get it finished. Don't feel bad Cornflake! ;oD
Hi honey, wow you are well on your way, I'm impressed and can't wait to see the finished product! You know I think the world of you, don't be hard on yourself, it's easy to get distracted on these types of projects, happens to me ALL THE TIME!! xox
ReplyDeleteCome on over my pretty friend, I have a fun tag for you!! :) Hugs!
Nice projects! Much better than store bought furniture. I am quite disorganised and more than having projects semi-completed... I am too lazy to start!! Hopefullly that will change when my work room reno is completed :)
ReplyDeleteThats how I do my projects too. These things take time, and its nice to stop half way and think about how great they'll be when they are finally finished!!
ReplyDeleteI adore projects like that...I love what you did and I cant wait to see more photos of it:)
ReplyDeleteKisses darling and enjoy your day:)
I love that little bedside table!!! You always manage to get your hands on such lovely pieces, I think I need to visit some more garage sales :) I'm exactly like you, I always have heaps of projects on the go and 100 ideas running around my head but it takes me forever to actually complete anything!! :)
ReplyDeleteI'm like you...lots of half-finished products everywhere! I am hoping that I'll complete a few by the end of this summer!
ReplyDeletei have projects going on, projects in my head, but pesky things get in the way (like the dishes and laundry and ...). we just do the best we can. blog posts are a good incentive, too! keep us posted, anna!
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elyse
You're definately not alone! I have half finished projects all over the place, my house included : ) Great finds and they are going to look awesome when they're finished. xx
ReplyDeleteOh, I am definitely the same way! Glad to hear others are too...makes me feel better!! Very cute projects!
ReplyDeleteAnna, you are not alone. I have many part finished (not finished) items around the house. My excuse is that I have to keep packing away as there are 4 of us in a very small space. I know I should just hijack a corner of the house and call it mine! Your little table is looking good.
ReplyDeleteCarmel
That side table you are working on is amazing! I am still on the look out for something I can refurbish like this! Can't wait to see how it turns out. And that cupboard is such a steal! Such a pretty piece of furniture and great price. Love it!
ReplyDeletei know how you feel... i have a few of those along with some books i still have to finish... hope to see soon images of all your finished projects
ReplyDeleteAwesome job! I just love this piece. Just noticed my name is on your blog! I am so honored :).
ReplyDeletexo Marcie
Amazing! I am so impressed!
ReplyDeleteWe are tarred with the same brush there mate, I love to start a bunch of projects, get a few finished while my motivation lasts, then the ones that miss out spend quite a while in the shed.. waiting patiently for me to finish the job! Those little tables were a bargain, and have so much potential, they will be fantastic when you are done with them!
ReplyDelete:) Flick
Hi Anna, yep I have so many unfinished projects...but I am determined to finish them:) Your projects are lovely, I really like the little cream cupboard. Enjoy your painting, they will look fabulous when you are done. Hope you have a great rest of the week ~ Tina x
ReplyDeleteBetter to have started & not completed, than to have never done anything at all I'd say... What great finds, theres no way you could let such opportunities pass you by, can't wait to see the end result!!!
ReplyDeleteCheers
Halp finished projects? My core business. XX
ReplyDeleteWhat great finds! You do such wonderful projects. I love taking something and making it your own!
ReplyDeleteHa! I, too, leave a trail of half finished projects behind me ... :)
ReplyDeleteYou did a great job!
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