This and That...and a Simple Project...

It's good to be back sharing on the blog after a little break! I've enjoyed some special family time and also took advantage of the down time to replace my computer. I've needed a new one for quite awhile, and am really enjoying the speed on my new one.

Do you choose a word for the new year? My word for 2015 is "Explore"!

I want to continue to learn and try new things. So I am starting with learning a new operating system on my computer, as well as replacing my old version of Photoshop Elements with Photoshop and Lightroom. So I have some exploring to do!

Before Christmas, I was inspired by this photo from Vickie of Ranger 911...

Vickie has such a charming, whimsical decorating style...I just love seeing what she's up to! Isn't this a fun vignette? Her wonderful old chippy wood tray (don't you love that green edge?) brought to mind a wood tray I found at the thrift store.

It has 3 fun little ball feet, too...

The finish was flaky, so a light sanding gave it some age...

I used two DecoArt Americana acrylic colors-

Sea Aqua, with just a touch of Soft Blue added...

I painted the edge and the ball feet...gave it a sanding to distress it, and sealed it with some DecoArt Americana Clear Wax.

I think it will be fun to use for so many things...

Thank you, Vickie, for the wonderful inspiration!

I am a blogger for DecoArt and received product used in this project...

all opinions are my own.

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Until next time...

22 comments

Blondie's JournalJanuary 4, 2015 at 10:43 PM
The board is so charming...this is just the perfect color and I love it roughed up a little. So cute!

A really great word for 2015, Linda! It would be so wonderful if we had the curiosity that we had when we were children.

I know you will accomplish the hings you want!

Jane x
JunkchiccottageJanuary 4, 2015 at 10:57 PM
Hi Linda,
Great little tray. Love the color. Love Vickie too and her creative blog and heart. Love your new word for the year. Have a great start to the new week.
Kris
amy of studio four cornersJanuary 5, 2015 at 5:36 AM
fantastic word for 2015! you are so brave for learning a new computer operating system...my computer is getting old too but Iwant it to keep going for a while longer! your wood tray is the perfect vignette setting...I am sure you will be using it often...
Pam KesslerJanuary 5, 2015 at 6:32 AM
Perfect reproduction of Vickie's piece. Glad you got a new computer. I may be joining you on the Photoshop/Lightroom journey. I have loved my Elements, but my version is 3 or 4 years old and they've made so many changes to it since then. I might as well upgrade to the big girl version of Photoshop.
Signes sammensuriumJanuary 5, 2015 at 6:54 AM
Så fint, lekkert brett, og for en fin liten mugge!
Ha en fin dag!
Klem fra Signe.
UnknownJanuary 5, 2015 at 6:56 AM
Love it....now I have to find one! Thanks.
Rustic Vintage CountryJanuary 5, 2015 at 9:36 AM
What a transformation, fabulous, I love it! Suzy x
UnknownJanuary 5, 2015 at 11:48 AM
Hi Linda, love how the colour has really added a new dimension to the board. Great DIY! Happy 2015! Sharon x
Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresJanuary 5, 2015 at 2:39 PM
What a great way to start off the new year. Love this quick and easy project and I love the color.
Happy New Year!!
GARAGE SALE GALJanuary 5, 2015 at 5:10 PM
I always love easy and fun projects!
warmly,
deb
Sharon @ Blue Willow HouseJanuary 5, 2015 at 6:49 PM
Love this and I think I may have a similar wooden stand in my thrift store stash. I also like your word for the year. Explore - it is good word for 2015.
Vickie @ Ranger 911January 5, 2015 at 10:56 PM
Wow, Linda! You've made that painted edge look so authentically vintage that you've got me wondering if mine is original or the work of a talented painter! And now I think I need a sweet brown transferware teacup and saucer like yours. I love it!

My laptop is ready to be replaced, but I've been holding off because I don't want to have to learn how to navigate Windows 8. I'm glad you enjoyed your family time during the holidays and it's nice to see you back. Happy New Year!
Vickie
Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJanuary 6, 2015 at 12:04 AM
I love Vickie's blog and I too fell head over heels in love with her chippy edged tray. Yours turned out wonderful! I would love to run across something similar. Hubby just bought me a new laptop and I am vowing to learn more. Seems like I am always busy and don't take the time. He assigned me to watch a couple of learning videos. lol! Hopefully I will do my homework and get an A.
hugs,
Jann
K J DJanuary 6, 2015 at 2:48 AM
What a sweet project :)

Happy New Year to you and yours

Karen x
rushJanuary 6, 2015 at 7:41 AM
On the tray, you could screw on a doo-hicky that would make it like a lazy Susan. I like how you aged it. The color was just right!
Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJanuary 6, 2015 at 8:16 AM
Love how the color turned out, Linda! Such a great size wood tray to use in a vignette, too.
JuneJanuary 6, 2015 at 11:52 AM
I LOVE it Linda! I will never ever pass one of these up again!
I'm crushin' on your pretty pitcher too !
hugs...
KellyJanuary 6, 2015 at 8:10 PM
Your copy cat version is so great! I love using those little craft paints for simple projects like that too. You can't beat them.
Grandma Barb's This and ThatJanuary 6, 2015 at 11:42 PM
Isn't it fun to see something someone has done that gives you inspiration to try something yourself. Your tray really turned out pretty.
The Boston LadyJanuary 7, 2015 at 12:17 AM
Looks great Linda! A simple redo. Ann
Manuela@A Cultivated NestJanuary 7, 2015 at 11:33 AM
Great redo! Your tray looks beautiful!
Angie @ Knick of TimeJanuary 8, 2015 at 9:42 AM
What a quick, easy and pretty upcycle on that tray, Linda - I love the colors!