Weekend Finishes

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Still cramming for the open house....
Every year, I think I will start earlier.
Yeah, right!






Found this cute idea on Pinterest.
The discs are painted with chalkboard paint.
Perfect pricing for all the little stuff!


Comments

Country Lane Folk Art said…
Cathy, I love all of your new paintings but especially the little suit case! Adorable! And what a great idea for the chalk board cloths pin price tags! I might have to borrow that idea for my craft shows!
Looks like your getting a good inventory ready for your open house.
Becky
September 17, 2012 at 8:29 AM
JoAnn SweetPepperRose said…
LOVE! I know you've got to be tired of hearing me say 'you're so talented', but, You're So Talented! I wish I could have you paint all over my cabinets! LOVE the pumpkin!
JoAnn
PS You're gonna be {a little bit} proud of me. I finished the denim "circle" table runner, finally! just haven't had time to run the pics thru Picasa yet. Hope to get them posted tonight / tomorrow.
September 17, 2012 at 10:35 AM
Sandi @ The Primitive Skate said…
Beautiful Cathy! Love all your new creations!


sandraallen260@centurytel.net
September 17, 2012 at 12:03 PM
Lesley said…
Oh squeal, I love it all Cathy. That snowman suitcase is adorable.
I love Pinterest, I visit it daily. I like the pricing idea..hmmm might snag that one.
I bet your Open House will be a huge success....
Hope live is slowing down a bit??? NOT....LOL
Les♥
September 17, 2012 at 8:07 PM
Lois--Huckleberry Lady said…
Love the suitcase paintings. Love that idea with the discs!!! Oct 16th you say is the open house???
Will try to get there...I said that last year, didn't I???
Lois
September 21, 2012 at 10:07 PM
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