Leaving the nest...

So, the whole point of buying these pieces and refinishing them was to SELL them but now that it comes down to it, I hate to see them go! Hopefully, they'll serve their new owner well and be a source of pride for many years to come. 

Molly and Eleanor have something to show you

The last couple of days have been fairly productive, as the following pictures will attest. Molly is extremely cheerful and ready for spring. Eleanor is quaintly displaying her vintage charms. 

Color co-ordination is accidental but perfect. 

 Eleanor seemed to be missing something once I took the leather inlay off the top. I toyed with the idea of tiling the upper shelf but it just didn't seem to 'fit'. During a trip to Michael's, I spotted some fun scrap-book paper that was 40% off. I can't resist things that are pretty AND on sale, can I? I think these papers worked perfectly with the cream paint and the peacock motif somehow suits the general feel of the table. Don't you think?

Pardon the messy setting, I just couldn't wait for everything to dry to stage a better picture. 

Primed and ready!

What do you name a magazine/lamp table that's both elegant and sturdy? Ooh... I know. 

Eleanor

 I haven't quite decided on a color for this one. I suppose I need to figure out if it will be for sale or for keeping, first. I think she could look quite fetching in a coat of "Banner Red" with some dark glazing to catch the details on her skirt and legs. But since I've removed the leather inlay on the top and am contemplating tile there, red might not work. I don't know. Suggestions, dear readers?


This next table is just... brilliant. It's so chunky and bold and fun, I'm beside myself. Is it masculine or feminine? Maybe Molly is a good name... after the Unsinkable Molly Brown.