Adding a little Cheetah print to a footstool
Hey friends I'm back...I can't believe it's been 3 months since I last posted!! I really missed everyone! I was on a much needed break, I started to feel burned out and I felt like I wasn't giving my family 100%...can't have that now!
I can't THANK YOU guys enough for all the sweet e-mails you've sent me checking up to see if everything was ok, that really touched me!
I also got myself back in shape again...I've been walking 3 miles a day and feel great! I'm not going to let that change. OK enough of my blabbering...let's take a look at this quick and easy makeover!
Here's the before... I gave it this look a few years ago.
Love this fabric, I bought it at Hobby Lobby.
Didn't even need to whip out a paint brush, just used my sanding block and gave it that worn look.
See my new grain sack pillow, it was made for me by my friend Ann Sutton Place Designs
it goes perfect with this chair. Ann made me more new pillows for this room that I'll be showing you guys soon.
And here is the newest addition to our family...meet Neena! She's going to be 5 months old! We adopted her in May from North Shore Animal League in Long Island, NY.
She's a sweetie, we love her to pieces! I'll do a full post on her soon.
She's finishing up her bone in this pic.
It feels so good to be back!!
Thanks for stopping by!
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Welcome back, sometimes a break is needed!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back. The redo and the pup are both great.
ReplyDeleteWelcome back Martina! Glad you took a well deserved break and took some time for yourself :o) The little stool looks great with the chair....so cute! Your new little fur baby is such a cutie pie too!
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Welcome back Martina! The stool is gorgeous. You are so right to take the break and give full attention to you family even though I missed all your wonderful redo's and posts. Blessings!
ReplyDeleteIt was so good to see your post today, Martina! I was just thinking about you this morning, too, wondering if the kids go back to school soon and you'd be back. : ) Love this little footstool. They are so great for makeovers like this. I changed one I had by repainting the base last week. A subtle change but enough for me to notice.
ReplyDeleteWelcome back. We really missed you. Congratulations on the new puppy and the stool is fabulous.
ReplyDeleteMartina...yeah you are back with all of your fabulous decorating ideas!!! Love the cheetah print, so unexpected but perfect for your chair! Love the grain sack pillow too.
ReplyDeleteThrilled to see this post and glad to know that you are well rested and feeling great!!!
Wishing you a wonderful week!
XO Barbara
Welcome back Martina...was missing you! Sometimes a break is all you need.
ReplyDeleteLove the new look of your foot stool.
Hugs, Diane
So glad to have you back! Since you post a lot, I bet a break felt wonderful. Love the stool makeover. That fabric looks great with the weathered legs on the stool.
ReplyDeleteWelcome back, friend ... we missed you! I love your revamped stool, which you aged to perfection! Neena is precious ... what a lucky little lady!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back Martina, you've been missed my friend! So glad you had a nice break.
ReplyDeleteLove the touch of cheetah too!
I'm so glad you're back!! You have been missed!
ReplyDeleteLove your footstool make-over...very fun!!
What a great transformation, Martina. It's beautiful! So happy you adopted that sweetie!
ReplyDeleteHi Martina,
ReplyDeleteGlad to have you back, but sure understand the need for a break.
Your little stool is adorable and is such a great accent with your Frenchy chair!
Mary Alice
Yay, so glad you are back and good for you taking some time and getting in shape. I need to get back to walking too.
ReplyDeleteOh, and I love the stool!
ReplyDeleteMartina, what a cute stool! I did a leopard print fabric on our piano bench and love it! I was away for three months, too! Sometimes, it's just necessary. I'm looking forward to your next posts!
ReplyDeletethat's wonderful! welcome back to blogland. Glad you took time off for yourself and your family. What a sweet dog you got
ReplyDeleteWelcome back. Really like the foot stool - it looks great.
ReplyDeleteAlso like your new addition. I have two adopted dogs and they are the best.
Enjoy your baby.
Mary
So HAPPY to see you, Martina. The stool is adorable, and the pup is precious!
ReplyDeleteGlad to have you back:) The animal print is so in right now. It is predicted to be a big hit this fall so you made the right design choice. My blog has moved so you many need to delete me and re add me to your blog roll to get updated posts.
ReplyDeleteDawn
CreativeCainCabin.com the URL didn't change but you will need to update.
So so happy you are back Martina!!! You home and your little makeovers are just perfection! Welcome back! We are so so happy to see you!
ReplyDeleteOmigosh - what a sweetheart!!!! You must be so enjoying the puppy days :)
ReplyDeleteSo glad you're back! and such a cute project too (although I do love it both ways).
Thank you for being such an inspiration - love your projects!
xox
I missed you! Love your stool...thank you for the shout-out...and I'm so happy you have a new puppy! What a fun welcome-back post. Glad you're back!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! I was so happy to see your post on my sideboard. Great makeover.
ReplyDeleteWelcome Back!!! You were missed!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! Love your cheetah footstool!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back. And I'm clapping for you with the walking and feeling good. Bonus of being MIA.
ReplyDeleteBliss
Sounds like you've been busy while you've been away! The footstool is darling in that cheetah print.
ReplyDeleteLove Neena. She looks so sweet. Rescued dogs are so appreciative of love and a good home. Our Bella is a rescue dog also!
Glad to have you back.
Judy
Welcome back Martina!!! We have all missed you...good for you for getting in shape...I need to do the same (thanks for inspiring me). Darling little stool.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Linda
It's nice to have you back, Martina! I know we all, or at least most of us, need a break once in a awhile. Love that stool makeover!
ReplyDeleteSo great to see you! I am so happy you are getting back to shape and feeling good. Something I am working on too.
ReplyDeleteYipee so happy to see your back! Oh yes I totally understand sometime you need to step away to what is most important and family always comes first in my book!
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Anne
Glad you are back, Martina! I get the break. I have not blogged as much this summer! I am getting a little bored with it. I love your footstool.
ReplyDeleteKeep up the walking. I know it's great for the heart!
xo
Glad you are back and kudos for taking the time you needed!
ReplyDeleteGlad your back Martina. I think everyone should take a break once in a while, I took mine a while ago but I think I'll be doing one once a year from here on in:)I'm still watching the girls, they go back Aug.21 for school so after that I'll be on here more!
ReplyDeleteLove the stool, so cute!
Welcome back. Your footstool turned out great and Ann did a great job on that grainsack pillow- xo Diana
ReplyDeleteWelcome back! Your little stool looks lovely in it's new worn look and cheetah fabric!
ReplyDeleteMartina! Oh, how I've missed you! I'm so glad you're back and doing well! Now that little stool is adorable. I remember when you first covered it - you're just amazing!
ReplyDeleteYou are the sweetie,
Shelia ;)
I've been watching for your return Martina. So good to see you!
ReplyDeleteYour newest family member is a doll!
Love the cheetah print.
Love this! Looking for some ideas for my niece. She's all about animal prints right now. Stop by my Friday's Five Features and link up this post (and others)! http://diy-vintage-chic.blogspot.com/2013/08/fridays-five-features-no-3.html
ReplyDeleteI love your little stool both ways--a bit of animal print is always fun. Love your new adoption! Can't wait to hear more about that sweetie :)!
ReplyDeleteIt looks fabulous Martina! Thanx for sharing at THT.
ReplyDeleteYour stool looks wonderful Martina! Such a sweet pup, look forward to hearing more. WELCOME BACK!!!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing at Amaze Me Monday!
Blessings,
Cindy
Wow! I don't know how I missed this post. Have the grand for the summer and haven't had much time on the computer. Cute stool! Nice to have you back!
ReplyDeleteWelcome back, Martina!! Glad you were able to take some time for your family and YOU! Neena is gorgeous. I bet she likes those 3 mile walks :)
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