Decorating an apartment on a shoestring budget...

                      Sondra....

                  Beautiful

                           talented                  

               adventurous 

                         kind

                             sweet.....

I boarded a plane to Oklahoma to hang out with Sondra for a week and to see her really cute  apartment. 

 She's in school getting her degree in nursing . She will make one awesome nurse !  If I was in the hospital..  I would want her for my nurse (:

It was fun to see where she lives and hangs out. It's always good to have a visual where my kids are. For some reason it makes me feel closer to her.     

 I want to show you what she did to make her apartment not only beautiful, but how she did it on a shoe string budget . 

The table and chairs were bought at a yard sale . She painted it a creamy white and the chair seats were replaced with fabric from ikea. So pretty...

     A wall of family pictures fill the space behind the table. 

The green chair was picked up at a yard sale for a few dollars. A can of spray paint..... and she looks brand new . A pillow from Ross makes for soft and comfortable seating. 

Here's an alternative idea for an area rug... Sondra got a piece of fur fabric at JoAnne fabric...cut it to size and laid it on the floor . It lays nice and is pretty and functional

          Here's a really creative idea....

    This is just a plain old head board..  A random insert was found and fits in the open space. It is a perfect fit!

          Who would have thought ....

             Perfect as a TV stand 

                          And 

                  A magazine rack 

I love how she pulled together all the different colors including the zebra area rug for the bedroom . 

The curtains on the windows are from TJ Max. One panel on each window is perfect. Who says you need two panels? 

We went looking for a cheap....but comfortable chair for her bedroom and low and behold..... Yep, we found it at Goodwill. $29.00 later and a little elbow grease...she was clean as a whistle  . And very comfortable . 

 To complete the room and pull it all together, she added the safari pictures on the wall. 

                       Love it !!

 A long string of twig is separated and placed on the wall. Florets made from fabric are attached for added interest.

This is simply four boards put together with fabric stapled to the back.

 A special detail...she added florets made with fabric and placed them strategically.  

            Simple and beautiful....

This cabinet was yet another garage sale find.  It just needed a little paint.  When storage is at a premium,  baskets in all sizes and shapes come in handy. 

                    In this case...

     .  linen baskets were added. 

                      My bucket list ... 

                           So cool! 

                   Canvas, paper, rope 

               The smallest garden....

                          

                      Meadow Tea.....

         At our house we drink a lot of 

                      meadow tea. 

Sondra wanted to grow some so we had to get creative since there is no room for a garden. 

              We found this old 

                 "cassette box"

                          at

                     Goodwill

     It already had the dividers and was      perfect for a few plants and a perfect herb garden.

   The smallest box garden you will ever  

                           see,

                      but...it works!

     I hope she remembers to water the            plants. It was 106 degrees!

And here's proof she really is a nurse . I was her guinea pig as her first patient to draw blood !!!!

                Miss you Sonji

           And so proud of you ! 

Come... Take a look at what I'm selling

Since my spring sale down by the creek, I've been working on some new pieces for my June 29th sale. . 

                          Hours, 9-4 

           So... 

Come on in and take a peek. I have a few pieces from the spring sale that will be discounted. And lots of new pieces . 

This is the coolest coffee table... 

Wheels so you can roll it anywhere you want.  Great by the pool, beach house or where ever your heart desires(:  $145.00

Loving these wicker chairs . Indoor or outdoor . 

       125.00 

Pillows.... Great summer colors, mirrors, vintage and new accessories .....

This is a lane cedar chest with a key! It's 

painted in the back so...you could use it as a coffee table or put it against a wall. Great storage. I'm still looking for the right knobs. $195.00.

oh, if you don't like the fabric, it's easy to change (:

I am finally parting with this rug.  I've used it in several rooms and I'm ready to let someone else enjoy it. I'll  probably regret it ):

                       $150.00

Check this out....

use it as a desk in your office (has a drawer for storage) or it could be a great  kitchen table. Very sturdy ...(use the drawer for silverware, napkins, etc)

                  $125.00

Another table, 125.00, creamy white bench,   $95.00

Buffet and table ... Chairs, etc 

This green color is about as vintage as you can get. Great storage! 

Still needs knobs . Maybe I'll put on some glass knobs... $95.00

Not a lot of space? This drop leaf table just might be the key. So very sweet!

                       $175.00

TV cabinet... Storage and functional. 

          Made from old barn wood

                          $195.00 

          Bistro table and 2 chairs

                      $ 65.00

I saw potential in this old wood table the minute I laid eyes on it..... 

From that to this.... I used it at our pool party on Father's Day for my drink table. 

I think I'm going to part with it. But...Still deciding (:

      Cutest dresser ever, Great for a nursery. Even has a bar for hanging clothes.

      

Ok, don't miss it.... And remember, we accept check, credit, or cash . 

            This sale is one day only and is held in my barn. So.... Rain or shine! 

My front porch

There's just something special about 

                       summer 

                         and a 

                     front porch ...

     At our house it's not noticed by many people other then just us . 

     We live 1/2 mile of the beaten path so unless you are coming to see me well....

            

      But even then most people are gravitated to my side door, why I wonder...where at any given time a pile of laundry would be welcoming you ...Or better yet they find it necessary to come through the garage which is by far the most unorganized garage ever and always full of my latest auction finds . I always have good intentions of keeping it clean but ... Oh well

    So why wouldn't ya want to come in my front porch ?

                       For me

         It's my favorite spot to sit 

                         when....

    I just got my favorite magazine in the        

                        Mail box 

                           Or .....

           To have my quiet time with    

                        Jesus 

                          And....

 When I call my dad every night at 9:30 to              see how his day went. 

    I'm cheap so everything on my    porch comes from an auction or a garage sale . 

      Come, I will show you around ....

                 

 

    All the furniture was found at a garage sale . Shows some wear... but so comfy

        I never pay full price for flower pots ... Always a good deal to be found at an auction 

      An old milk box in case you need to leave me a message when I'm not home.. Oh yea, my hubby likes to pick me wild flowers . After having them in my bathroom counter for a week... I gave them a new home .  Thanks hon ! 

Even the hanging plant and shepherds      hook were great buys at an auction 

     The only new item is the lantern given to me from Carmela (:

           Small baby food jars hung by wire are pretty at night with a candle casting a soft glow . 

        Loving this large flower pot. It has a huge crack on the one side but who cares. Turn it a bit and you'd never know 

Even the robins love to nest ... 

They let me know they've been here (:

 So, please come and visit ...

 It will give me another chance 

                                      just to sit

I would love to see your porch.....

                 

She's all prettied up....

She's all prettied up waiting for your arrival ...

            The cottonwood house 

              Spring Extravaganza

                

                     Friday ..may 17, 11-7

                     Saturday...may 18, 9-4

                         

                   

                3480 Homeville Rd

                 Cochranville, pa 

Credit card

Cash or check ... 

Love what hubby made today ...

For sale at the grand old sale this weekend . Great greenhouse for your veggies and flowers.

       Friday 11-7 

        Sat 9-4 

3480 homeville rd cochranville pa . 

            May 17, 18, 2013

 

               Friday 11:00 am - 7:00 pm

               Saturday 9:00 - 4:00

 

          approx. 15 plus vendors...

 

 Anything from painted furniture, antiques. jewelry, out door furniture, cottage and shabby chic, architectural salvage, home accessories, vintage

 

This event is held out doors under the trees by the creek

in fact....

you may just want to plan on spending the day relaxing and shopping. There will be food available to purchase or you may pack a picnic lunch and just hang out. It's even a great place for the kids to fish. ( bring your own fishing rods.)

 

Prettiest chimes ever

Patrica is one of the vendors that will be here at the Spring Show next weekend . 

                        May 17, 11-7

                         May 18. 9-4

She will be bringing handcrafted wind chimes made from vintage and antique items. Painted furniture, potted plants in vintage flour sifters, colanders, etc. misc items and vintage items 

            Make sure you drop by her 

                            Tent 

And check out sell her cool and unusual 

Things....             

Beautiful sundresses at the may show....

My friend Debbie will be a vendor at the Spring show next weekend.

May 17,11-7
May 18, 9-4

She travels to India several times a year to make sure the little girls in her orphanages are clothed, fed, loved and well taken care of

You can be a part of this by visiting her tent and purchasing some of her really cute
Sundresses, cover ups, etc.


The Cottonwood House
“ 2013" Spring Extravaganza"

SECOND STREET Thrift Store will be exhibiting our wide selection of beautiful NEW designer sundresses, swimsuit cover-ups and tops.
Friday, May 17, 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
Saturday, May 18, 9:00am - 4:00pm

Event will be held at 3480 Homeville Rd. Cochranville, Pa. 19330

Approx. 15 plus vendors...
Everything from painted furniture, antiques, jewelry, outdoor furniture, cottage and shabby chic, architectural salvage, home accessories, vintage, clothing.
This event is held outdoors under the trees by the creek.



Pictured below are a few of the many styles we will be selling:

​ All SECOND STREET Sales benefit HOME International. ​​
“Making orphans family.”

Another sneak peak....

This is a very sturdy piece that could be used outside. It would be a great buffet for entertaining.

For sale at the Spring extravaganza.....
May 17, 11-7
May 18, 9-4

15 plus vendors ........

2 more weeks to show time 2013

This sweet little cabinet is ready and waiting for its new home !
It will be for sale at the .....

Spring Extravaganza
May17, 11-7
May, 18. 9-4

Gearing up for our 2013 Spring Exrtravaganza

Spring Extravaganza...

 May 17th  11-7

May 18th  9-4

3480 Homeville rd

Cochranville, Pa 19330

         

This year we decided to have the show go into the evening. Many of you can not come during the day so this will be a nice option.

The show will be held in the meadow by the creek just like last year....

The vendors joining us are excited to bring there favorite pieces and treasures saved just for this event.

There will be food to purchase..... come hungry!

New merchandise will be brought in for Saturday...

2013 Spring Extravaganza

Mark your calendar

Save the date

Call a friend

And......

   We hope you will plan to be here!

                                                   

         May 17, 18, 2013

        Friday 11:00 7:00

      Saturday 9-4             

        If you would like to be a vendor at this event

     Click on the link below for information

        Www.dl.dropbox.com/u/47020814/vendor%2app.pdf

thecottonwoodhouse@yahoo.com                        

The Cottonwood House " Spring Extravaganza"

Finally a piece for me....

This was the base of an old china cabinet.
I liked the size of it for our coffee table,
so a little paint....
A cushion.....
And bingo....
Perfect !!