One thing about shopping at thrift stores {Goodwill} of course, they are cheaper, most of the time, and for two it is fun to transform the piece to make it your own.
I bought this shelf a few years back for a few bucks, and just spray painted it a pretty blue.
Hung it in the boys hang out room.
I have more or less decorated this room to my liking, and honestly, they could care less what it looks like.
They have never said Mom this room is not for us.
They have their bedrooms which are personal to them.
Anyhoot,
Here was the original. I love Halloween, so sorry, I dug this picture out form my archives to show you the original blue shelf.
First and foremost are the Family rules. The boys acted very silly when I asked them to read it.
They started jumping up and down and pinky promising eachother, and just plain ole silly acting.
It was funny…but they do follow these rules and that is all that counts!
I love this cute little Live art…very hip!
I painted the shelf with some left over Walmart {antique white}, then heavily distressed it.
I like how the blue peeks thru.
Brightens up the corner. Oops I just noticed I did not snip off the price tag on the vase…
This is a cute little corner if I do say so myself.
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I love it in the antique white, Debbie, and it goes so well with your family rules plaque!
Cute. Love how a new shade just freshens things up! The blue peeking through is perfect. Adds a little more character too it!!
love it!
Hugz,
Kim
I absolutely love it Debbie! The way you have it decorated too is just adoreable!
I like that corner of your kids room. Using fleamarket finds is so much fun too. I have always liked those curtains in there.
I love the new paint job! You distressed it to perfection! The live art is really cute too.
It looks great now! Well, it looked great before too…lol but I love the white with the blue peeking through.
Love the revamped shelf and the rules sign. Especially with the little bit of blue showing through. You always have such great ideas. Thanks for hosting the newbie party.
Love the new look of the shelf. Thank you for hosting.
Such a sweet corner Deb, love it white and with the blue peeking out!
Very cute little corner! Love the paint on the shelf and the house rules. You’re lucky that your kids follow them. I’ll have to post some rules of my own
Thanks for hosing, Debbie.
Love the new look of your shelf! So fun to change hings up with a little paint!
Have a great week!
Meegan@What Meegan Makes
PS-I LOVE how your boys were teasing each other. They must have a great momma
Great shelf and shelf display! Thanks for hosting Debbie!
Your shelf looks lovely, and that yellow bird is too cute…so perfect for spring! I’m with you on the word verifications!
Hope you are having a Super Sunday!!!
This little corner IS as cute as can be.
I have my post for Thursday waiting in the wings and raring to go…..:))
It looks great, I love the peek a boo blue!
Debbie
Thanks for hosting the newbie par-tay Debbie and for stopping by my little blog the other day! Isn’t it amazing what paint can do? I really like the change to the shelf. I also am in love with the curtains – great fabric. Jane
Hi Debbie Dear! Oh, your little shelf is darling and your Halloweenie stuff will probably even show up cuter on it. I love your family rules and what a wonderful reflection of you and your hubby to know your boys follow them! You’re the bestest!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia
Cute shelf and I can tell your boys are close and that is a good thing.
Very nice shelf! I love your family rules sign too and your boys reaction to them…very cute!
Your little shelf turned out so pretty, and it is great when you can keep making over the same piece.
The little shelf is adorable and the perfect part? The way the blue shows through! I love it!
Love the antiquing!!! Did you use the wax method or just sand it really well? Love the rules too!!
Hi Debbie,
I love how cute you redid the shelf.
Dee
That is one cute corner, you’re right! Love the shelf and the way you repurposed it!
That looks so nice. I like the family rules sign, that is sweet. I need to get one for my boys
Thanks so much for hosting!
Debbie, Thanks so much for putting this party together for us newbies. I love how the drapery fabric really pulls all your colors together, nice job on the shelf redo.
Ha, I just watched your Oprah video, you are such a star!!
Love the shelf redo……and the house rules! I imagine in a house full of boys it’s hard to throw some color and softer touches around. Have a wonderful Monday! Snowing in Buffalo….you’re not surprised!
This turned out so cute!! I do love how the blue peeks through.
I also love your family rules! You’ve inspired me to make one for my family. Thanks so much for sharing and for hosting this week. Happy Monday!
Your shelf looks great painted antiqued white and distressed Debbie. Hope you had a great weekend!
Love how versatile your shelf is! Thanks for hosting. Megan
It sure is Debbie and I love the sign!!
Debbie,
All liked up and on my way to visit some new blogs.
Thanks for hosting,
Laura
I’m actually getting surprised with how expensive Goodwill is starting to become in our area. I guess that they’ve caught on that there are so many of us repurposers (is that a word) out there who have found out that buying second hand makes for some beautiful repurposing…like your lovely little shelf.
Have a splendid day, Debbie!
I know – mine is getting a little pricey (for Goodwill) as well. Clothing and books are still a steal, but the other things are definitely going up.
Liking your new shelf color and the rules art Deb!!
I totally agree!!! Some items can be found brand new for close to the same price!! Makes me sad because I LOVE goodwill!
I love the family rules, Debbie!
Gotta love a goodwill transformation and this one looks great Debbie! I love how the blue is peaking through.
I love the change..the blue really goes well with the drapes….funny how just a little paint makes such a big difference….have a wonderful day and thanks for hosting!
Thanks for hosting and letting me be a part of it.
Denise
I like the shelf better as a distressed white version! And, yes, it is a charming corner! Thanks for hosting the newbie party.
Thanks again for hosting this party! I really make use of it to meet and greet other newbies! I hope everyone does the same! Its such a great opportunity!
OH and the shelf rocks my socks!
Thanks for the great link party!
Love the Family Rules art! I had a set of family rules written on our chalkboard for a while. I like the permanence of the artwork. Love the new shelf color! Looks great! Thanks for sharing.
Thanks so much for the party!
Debbie: thank you for hosting! Little Bit
Thanks for hosting Debbie! I hope you’re off to a great week
Debbie,
Like how the blue is coming thru…so charming!! Thanks for sharing at NTT!
Blessings,
Linda
Your shelf is so cute and fresh and bright now. I like the new paint job. I so want two shelves to go in my kitchen over my black desk. I hadn’t thought of checking out the Goodwill for them. That’s a great idea. I am eyeing those drapes in this room too. Love that fabric!
thanks for hosting i have the same family rules in my kitchen love them
Hello Debbie,
I love how you let some of the blue peek through on your shelf re-vamp, very chic! The letters that spell ‘Live’ are really cute, did you make those yourself and if so, what from. I want to thank you for all your help as I started on my blogging journey! It’s only been 5 months but, but I’ve learned so much and met so many wonderful bloggers through this party. I wanted you to know I do appreciate all that you do to make the transition into blogland easier. I’m at 83 followers now and soon won’t be able to participate in the Newbie party. But I’ll still stop in to visit and see what you’ve been up to. Just wanted to say thank you now in case I get sidetracked when the time comes. -_^ Thanks for hosting another great party!
Barbe
Debbie, I have to tell you that this post gives me a push to go back to the thrift store and pick up the shelf I saw the other day, (looks almost like yours but in such a yucky color). I looked at it but didn’t know what to do with it so I walk away..
Now I know! Thanks for the idea!
Dearest Debbie, I am brand new to blogging and I have a new blog that was first published on May 2 this year. I love the idea that you would take the time to help us newbies out, but my problem is I am so new, I don’t know how to link! I have a post already picked out of a goodwill item I refurbished, but that’s as far as I got. Will it be a different theme next week? Please tell me how to link and what the subject will be next week, and I would love to participate! Thanks again, Judy
Debbie, Love the transformation!
Just opened my Country Woman magazine and what do I see inside but a picture of your kitchen sick area! Love it! Just had to let you know, which you probably already do but I recognized it right off. Believe this picture was taken some time bake though. Have fun and keep inspiring us.