Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Fall Classes Enrolling now!!

That's right! Orphaned Decor is offering fall classes - the kid's are not the only ones to learn a new thing or two. Starting Sept. 12th - we will offer upholstery classes. Brenda Claussen - professional upholstery queen - 17 years of experience - will be offering up her expertise for 4 weeks. This class is suitable for beginners and up.
Classes will be held at Orphaned Decor - 2030 N. Hamilton, Spokane, WA from 1 to 5 on 4 consecutive Saturdays starting on the 26th. You may come in anytime between 1 and 5 to work with Brenda.
We will be serving refreshments to keep you creative juices flowing and have lots of great ideas about fabrics, decorating and even changing the design of your piece.
If you have ever wanted to learn the art of upholstery - come and play with us.
Cost is $65.00 plus materials. Prior enrollment is required and space is limited.

Call 509-218-3262 or drop by for more details!! Hope to see you there!!

Monday, August 3, 2009

Boys will be Cowboys

 This is an older post but I loved the way this turned out so thought I would revisit.
It has been an unbelievably busy this week at my shop. I opened on Tuesday and by Thursday I was running low on goodies. It was really amazing at the response that I am getting. It is a good problem to have but I can see that I am really going to have to step up both my junk shopping ( don't worry about me - I will manage) and my rehabbing.

I first found this homely, little, vintage, metal twin bed....that's alot of adjustives. I actually drove away and then came back and got it. I spent $5.00 - but it was sturdy and I figured I could do "something" with him....yes it is a him.














I washed him off and gave him a coat of Country blue and then decided because he was so sturdy that he needed to belong to a little boy....so cowboys it was.





I added some gold hoof prints to the footboard and some gold touchs to the stars on the headboard.
The pillows are made from placemats that I got for a song from a great garage sale. I have two more to finish.

I also have a lamp and a cute little sign to coordinate with the set.



I also did a princess bed but it actually sold before I got pictures.

I also got this cute little stool which was a cute pink but alas - she was vinyl and too sad to save.
Soooo....out came the spray paint and a funky fabric and voila!



So there you have it. A couple of Orphans that are looking for new homes.

Hope to see you again soon!!