Friday, April 26, 2013

Spring has Sprung

Every spring, Fall and winter, I change things around the cottage. Not for the Holidays but for the seasons. A lighter airy feel in the spring and summer. So I took yesterday off and switched things out, In the process you always find items that need cleaned, areas that need some TLC, etc. So of course it takes more than one day. I also got a little side tracked. I was recently at the local Thrift store and came across a dresser  I think from the late 1800's. My kids will say, Mom don't you have enough furniture or I thought you were cleaning out. But non the less here it is, now the same old dilemma, do I leave it wood or paint it? We'll as an artist my first thought goes to paint it! A couple years ago, everything in my home was painted , so I am trying to bring some wood back. I will live with it for a week or so till the answer comes! The other question arrives do you keep it or sell it? Hum mm!




Wednesday, April 24, 2013

Searching for answers

I would love to know what you would like to see on my blog. I have found searching my favorite blogs that what people like to see is how to's. Do we really need another how to blog, please let me know? I have been in business now for 16 years, redoing homes, furniture and accessories mostly on a commission bases. I have learned a lot over these years by trial and error. Some may be the normal technique some may be my way.  There is no wrong way of doing things, but there are proven techniques that help the piece hold up to the test of time. I will start from the very beginning and run you through the easiest way possible. Let me know, I would love to hear your feedback.




Kate - Art for Home

Sunday, April 14, 2013

Welcome to Spring


Welcome to Spring 
Finally it looks like spring in Pittsburgh. The grass is getting green. The birds are singing, life is good.
The daffodils and primrose are out! It's here!

I would also like to let you know. I have a new website, Check it out. It's a work in progress, but it's looking good.



Friday, April 5, 2013

Welcome Spring


I'm hoping you had a wonderful Easter, 
Spring is on the way
If you live in the Pittsburgh area, you know the sun doesn't shine often.
But today, YEA!  It is! Enjoy



I wanted to give you a heads up that I am opening a new website.
Yes, one that you can actually purchase from. It is a daunting task but it has finally arrived.