Tag: paint
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Restoration Is Hard Wear
We’ve had a dining room table and chairs made out of light oak for many years. Long enough that Debbie, at one point in time, thought it appropriate to carve her name in it. The surface was gouged, stained with drops of paint and marker, discolored where hot dishes sat trivetless. Like a topographical map…
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What’s In A Color?
I’m not much of an artist. My son is a remarkable potter. My girls all have a sense of style and a capacity for crafting beauty that has never been part of my DNA. However, I do know something about color. I like it. Bold and vibrant hues. Subtle pastels and creamy neutrals. I enjoy…
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The Painting’s Not Done Till The Brush Is Put Down
It’s an incredible experience to watch a master at work. Someone who truly knows what they’re doing. Especially when I realize how often I question if I know what I’m doing. Having recently taken a turn at painting, when my sisters and I had the chance to see true artists at work, we grabbed it.…
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Hoped For Surprises
I wasn’t prepared for what I saw. Isn’t that what a surprise is all about? Having been out of the country for close to two weeks, I returned home late last night to find my husband had fulfilled a dream I’ve had for quite some time. We’ve owned our home for close to twenty years.…
Tip of My Iceberg 