July 30, 2010
As I sit, waiting for Leslie to come by and pick up her painted dresser.. I contemplate.. would I do it again? I hadn't anticipated the amount of work to actually re-finish an antique piece. I learned along the way and have to admit that I enjoy any type of work along those lines, so yes.. that was fun. I welcomed the challenge in designing the dresser front and am happy with the end results.. so YES!!! I would definitely do it again, in a heart beat! =) Leslie mentioned to me that she has a dresser at home, that she would like me to do for her, which I accepted open arms! However, this will be a project for the New Year!
I quickly got busy painting many whimsy ornaments for our fall Open Houses! I have many beautiful surfaces to paint on, and hope that I can get most of them done in time for fall. Meanwhile, I posted a new tab called "Halloween" and have included my very first canvas art! I'm very happy with Mystical Zana, and plan on having plenty more to choose from, so stay tuned! MUAHHHHH!!
The long weekend is upon us and they are calling for amazing weather.. I just may have to bring my brushes outdoors! I hope you all have a wonderful and safe long weekend! Enjoy it, we've earned it!! =)
Posted by Linda Morley
June 13, 2010
The final coat of paint went on the walls late last week! This means I can finally get down there to get some work done. The timing was good though, it allowed me to get the "outside" work on the dresser done and now I'm ready for the "inside" work.
The basement is looking very nice (see pictures on my Home page) but it still needs a lot of work. We need to put the flooring in, get new lighting, window treatments and new furniture. But as I said, I'm holding out for the free tv deal! =) ... Continue reading...
Posted by Linda Morley
June 6, 2010
I've started a new page on my website, called Projects in the Works.. And have updated it with new photos and information on Leslie's Dresser! You will find out "who" exactly IS Leslie! =) As well as how we came about!
I've been working hard on the dresser and am happy with my end results, so far. I'm in the midst of sketching the desings to larger scale for the dresser, and next weekend, will start the painting. (That's IF I can get the basement cleaned up to a satisfactory level!!) I b... Continue reading...
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May 4, 2010
I finally got a week off from work, and let me tell you.. it seems like forever since I've had one! I started my week off by travelling to Cornwall to visit with a very dear friend of mine (I'd say old friend, but I know she wouldn't like that!) =) We did our usual, which was eat, laugh, drink, laugh, shop and watch some movies to laugh some more! (Not necessarily in that order..) The weekend zipped by without either one of us noticing! I think there was something wrong with the clocks ov... Continue reading...
Posted by Linda Morley
April 17, 2010
Okay.. this weekend (well tomorrow anyway) is a non-paint oriented day.. (Okay.. I know that I've had a lot of those lately and I'm truly sorry.. but although I haven't been painting.. I've been creating!) But tomorrow, early squirrely we're off to Toronto to meet (I hope!) two cast members of my beloved Coronation Street!!! For those you who know and like the show.. it's Becky and Sean who will be there. For those of you who don't know and don't care.. sorry for having to put up with me! =)... Continue reading...
Posted by Linda Morley
April 8, 2010
I've been diligently working (time permitting) on a variety of designs that I want to offer as Pattern Packets. I have almost completed my first one and hope to have it done by next weekend. I have several others waiting to go.. two more spring/summer and several winter ones! (My fave!) I want to get them all out as quickly as I can. =)
I have been asked to paint a dresser to be given as a wedding gift, this summer. I have been given an idea of what style the bride-to-be likes, and will be... Continue reading...
Posted by Linda Morley
March 6, 2010
It's a beautiful day in the neighbourhood!! I have painted some very sweet planting pots, perfect size for small annuals. I will be adding a variety of designs, something for everyone!! I've been waiting for today to take some lovely photos to post. The sun is shinning brightly and the pots are totally at home basking in the light! I will also be posting some photos on Facebook, so be sure to check it out.
While on Facebook, please check out Kim Christmas' page. She updates her page daily... Continue reading...
Posted by Linda Morley
January 3, 2010
Here we are, starting a new decade. Wow.. where DOES the time go?? Seems like yesterday both my babies were born and my first one is going off to university this fall, and my little one is going into grade 9. Let us not forget Oliver, who will be 3 in the spring.
I've attempted to start a profile page on Facebook, in hopes that I will be able to update you better when something new is posted on my website. We'll try it out.. see out it goes.. Those of you who know me, know I'm not a Facebo... Continue reading...
Posted by Linda Morley
December 19, 2009
Christmas is around the proverbial corner and I hope you are all ready for Santa!! The smell of sugar cookies baking.. turkey roasting.. does it get any better than that?!
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all of you for your support during this "build up" time! Your words of encouragement and emails are what keeps me going. Please keep checking Oliver's Look Out, as I try to add new things here and there, now and then!
To all of you and your families, I wish you happiness, hea... Continue reading...
Posted by Linda Morley
November 23, 2009
I really love this time of year! You hear many people complaining that the crowds are getting to busy at the mall and that people seem to be impatient. I don't mind the crowds at all and as for the impatient aspect?.. I just smile and move on by! I think that if Christmas shopping makes you grumpy, then by all means.. why do it?!! I don't get it. There are so many things wrong with our world, and this is the one time of year that is joyous and giving. It doesn't matter why you celebrate... Continue reading...
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