SK's Fridge to Vintage Steamer Trunk

With the amazing photo talent of Carole Marie my vintage steamer trunk comes to life.

Painted Lady French Doors

Painted Lady French Doors

I used these old french doors to experiment with light, dark and texture effects.. The color and painted effects make me smile.

The doors were left without any varithane or other protectant. With the moisture in Oregon I need to make sure these doors are waterproof. I took some time figuring out a fun and unusual color combination and texture.  An old plastic lace tablecloth came in handy. I have one that is multi-painted from various projects. It's fun just by itself. Painting clothes, tarps and such have a story to tell. Don't get rid of them. My girls have taken a pair of my thirty year old painting pants, cut them up, matted and framed the best parts as a memory of our colorful past...

SK's Tissue Paper & Copper Walls

I love small interesting spaces. So when I designed this 4'x5' guest bath I had some decisions to make. It had very tall ceilings and light pine floors so I could do just about anything I wanted color wise. But I also wanted an interesting texture on the walls.

This a fun but messy project.

SK Dislikes Stainless Steel

I can't say much after that title, because the statement is horribly true. I Hate Stainless Steel. Hey the stuff looks great. Until...Kids get to it. Or hubby. Or Me. I must admit.

The stuff seems to glom onto fingerprints. We were constantly trying to find a way of keeping it shiny and free of greasy fingerprints. So here ya go...

SK's Little Worn Out Hutch

I needed to dig deep to save this poor little baby. Found in a farmers field, it had seen better days. The interior was covered with old wallpaper and glue. Stripping it was an adventure. I found old news clips and ads.

A Little French Bistro

This poor baby was left in the weather too long and was so upset it started to split. It needed to be completely sanded down to the wood. I then wood patched the rotted areas and sanded.

Poppin Up Posies

What can be more fun than redecorating a babies room?

SK's Time For A Clock Break

Fun  Clock  Project

This was a fun project. I wanted an oversize wall clock. I have seen some really cool wood ones, but I didn't want a wood or metal clock. The painted alternative was a little more difficult to figure out.  

SK's Half There Table

SK's  Half  There  Table.

I needed a little table in my tiny, tiny bath. I had just under 20" next to the toilet. I needed a little lamp for a night light. I could have just plugged in a little night light, but I wanted something a little prettier.
                                      

Copper... Really SK?

  Concrete to Rust

 Still experimenting with Metal effects paints. Pretty cool if you ask me. Others aren't as excited. Maybe it's the old farm girl in me...

Come on in and see how it was done.

                                                                                       

The Awesomeness Of Having Daughters

Having Daughters

Just a point I must make. My daughters, Darcy( a chef) Summer (overall artist/photographer) Are amazingly talented.

I had to post this post of Darcy's. Just  bragging rights I guess. I thought you might get a kick out of her and her creative process. Naw. She's not like me at all...

http://darcyandsilverspooncakes.blogspot.com//

Valentines Treats

Chef Darcy of Silverspoon Catering in Utah

                                                      Chef Darcy's Custom Cupcakes

What Makes A Professional, Professional?

Professional? SK Sartell

With a history as sketchy as mine, the art and design lessons learned over forty five years must surely be of some use as I get older. You would think...


As I begin a creative project I really try to "see" what I am trying to achieve. This imagining can be a far cry from reality as most of you know. But sometimes we get it spot on and sometimes we're not even close.


Take for example this little well loved table given to me by my secret garage shopper. She seems to trust me. Heavens.

More Old Finish Fun With SK

Old Pine To Metal

I'm still having fun with experimental paint finishes. This is about my most favorite so far. I keep looking around my house to see what else I can refinish. My concrete countered island is next. 

I was given this great old bench by a garage saler in my area, knowing I wouldn't leave it as it was.

Kind Clients whom Become Kind Friends

Old Stuff *New Friends

 

Color Me Antique

SK's Wood Frosting and Modern Masters Oxidizing Paints

SK Sartell, Wood Frosting & Modern Masters Paints

I'm having a blast working with some "new to me products". First I love texture and have found a great long lasting texture to use with hand-cut stencils. Then I tackled metal reactive paints from Modern Masters Paints.

SK's Pine To Copper

Whoopee. A cheap $50 pine armoire.  My first conception drawing

 

I Hate Old Brassy Gold!

A Chandelier Rebirth