Before and After
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Everyday is Like Sunday
These past few weekends have been a whirlwind of activity outside the Dew Household. With early frost decimating the last of our vegetables and Hurricane Sandy on its’ way we had to move quickly to prepare our yard for the arrival of Winter. After picking the last of their yield for freezing and pickling, we pulled up all the sprawling tomatoes… Continue reading
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Winds of Change
Remember this post about transforming the formery nursery into an office for Dewman? It has gone through more changes because we decided one office can work for both of us. Since we re-homed our iMac with a more loving family we only have a single desktop system so it made sense to have only one office. Sidebar: I have never been a fan… Continue reading
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Get.It.Done
So just to show you how productive I have been IRL here’s the latest project I finished. It all started around New Year’s when I walked by my favorite antique chair and casually pulled at the corner of the back cover. As it was made of ancient oilcloth it ripped easily and since I had been meaning to replace it… Continue reading
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Pin It
Bought this sparkly crystal pin from a thrift store the other day because it reminds me of a snowflake. After a few swipes of bright nail polish it became a neon snowflake. I think it looks much better now. I’m liking this different kind of DIY so I am on the lookout for other pretty baubles to spruce… Continue reading
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Double Duty
Remember our industrial dining room table? Well, we finally got around to adding the finish. We went with what is commonly known as Dutch oil. It is not a stain or a varnish but an oil that penetrates the wood. It does double duty by enhancing the look of the wood grain AND protecting it against moisture and tarnish.… Continue reading
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Things That Make Me Happy
When it’s rainy and dreary outside some happy photos for inspiration and a good craft project are the perfect way to pass the time. Fur baby No. 1 – Yanni Fur baby No.2 – Oliver Good tomato recipes: gazpacho and my version of Caprese Salad on toast (Yum!) Fresh flowers in autumn colors … …and… Continue reading