Hello there! Not only do I have a $10 Thrifted Table Makeover today, I have a fun fact for you.

Did you know that some thrift stores in your area MAY contribute to your local animal shelters? I didn’t either until my friend, Jeanette from Country Design Style informed me.

If you aren’t sure if there is a thrift store in your area that is among that list visit: The Directory of Animal Protective Services. They will guide you to thrift store that benefit animal rescues.

By way of animal facts about me: We had a dog name Lacy that was an Airedale. We got her as a tiny puppy. She was so faithful to our family.  As she got older she would walk our kids to the bus stop every morning. When it was time for the bus to drop them off, she would head back over and walk them home. It still brings tears to my eyes when I think about it. And she has been gone for more than 25 years.

Pets for Homes

Lacy looked VERY similar to this.

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Hello everyone! Are you having a great week? Are your kids back in school? Is it still really hot where you are? It is still in the 100s here. But I am enjoying it.

Yesterday I got my haircut and I was right by West Elm. Sounds fun, right? I had a great time and was completely inspired. Once I got home, I was browsing through the catalog and remembered the vases that I saw at the store. I like the color and the style, don’t you? 

It is so pretty and my style. I headed to the thrift store to find something similar to create a West Elm Inspired Vase.

I found this lovely vase for $1. Once I got home and I was ready to use my Champness Fusion Mineral Paint. If you remember I used this same color on my reloved desk.

 

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