A Little Spring Spruce Up

 

Here is an EASY update for a functional {but otherwise boring} mail holder.  I was garage sale-ing with my Grandma and we found this little guy for $1.00.  It holds mail and opens up to house keys as well.  She thought it would be nice on her desk.  But, sorry Grams…it’s non cute.  

So…..

By simply gluing on a wood appliqué it already looks better, right?

I then painted and sanded it and added some glaze.  I took out the photo holder and added some burlap and a sweet sticker and slid it back under the cover.

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There you go…

A simple, fast update to make a boring desk accessory more pleasing to the eye. :)

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TIME FOR AN UPDATE!

So, we have lived in our house for 4 years now. Definately still a work in progress. I like to decorate gradually. Finding the perfect pieces, moving things around untill it feels just right. More of an eclectic feel...not forced or "store bought". Or, maybe it's just my A.D.D kicks in but that is a whole other topic! Anyway...the things that I have "finished" are in need of updating for sure!! This time of year is my favorite and for some reason I get a renewed sense of life. Isn't that what Spring is for you ask? Well I have always walked to the beat of my own drum. ;) I think it is like a nesting or hibernating thing...getting my home ready for the winter. So, let the games begin! I will be sharing all my updates and renovations along with all the other fun HOLIDAY stuff and decorating tips! EXCITING!!