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Thursday, May 30, 2013

Just Paint It White

Sometimes I just need a TJ's fix so last week I stopped in and picked up a few things I didn't need.


I love the three tiered wire shelf - it's perfect for my creative space.

Lucky me - I've been looking for some galvanized tin to hold flowers at my upcoming retirement party.

 Pink caddy - hate the color, love the design, and, oh, the possibilities for the chalkboard.


I decided to follow the advice of Fiona whose blog is  - Just Paint It White.


A little color change was all that was needed to work with my color scheme.


When I saw the caddy at TJ's, my first thought was "great container for utensils and napkins for the party


 Where should the caddy go until the party?


It ended up on the dining room table holding flowers.


And why the one?

School is over in exactly one week!

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41 comments:

  1. My Garden DiariesMay 30, 2013 at 10:10 PM

    YEAHHHHHH!!! One week!?!?! That is awesome!!! I love what you have done with that caddy in both of the pictures!!! How flipping adorable is that!!! I just have to say that you have inspired me with the paint lately...every time I look at something in my house I think...Carol would just paint it! And you know what..I have started to do just that!! Great work here!!!

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  2. Acorn to OakMay 30, 2013 at 10:25 PM

    You found that box at TJ Max? Its really cute...now that you've painted it white. Awesome transformation! Wow...one week! So exciting! :-D

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  3. Phyllis @Around the HouseMay 30, 2013 at 10:37 PM

    I'm gonna look for that box at tjmaxx I think it is so sweet and can be used for so many things, love the way you painted it, you are right everything looks better painted white...

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  4. beachcomberMay 30, 2013 at 11:09 PM

    really cute! i love it both ways you've used it.
    looks like it's warming up at your place.
    x

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  5. Shabby chic SandyMay 31, 2013 at 12:00 AM

    That turned out so cute :) I am a believer in the ability to transform almost anything by painting it white. White really shows off all your primary colors. :)

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  6. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryMay 31, 2013 at 12:41 AM

    Great finds at TJ's. Love the box and I like it painted white so much better. Yea yea yea - only one week to go to retirement. Your going to love it.

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  7. prince snow farmMay 31, 2013 at 2:57 AM

    So excited for you! I love the caddie and need to get myself to marshalls or tjmaxx soon! I love it on the table...rustic chic!

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  8. Castles Crowns and CottagesMay 31, 2013 at 3:31 AM

    Carol dear, YOU ARE RETIRING FROM TEACHING!!!!!!! I wish I could be there with ya!

    Good idea to paint this white. Oh your cottage, it is just the homey, cozy place I love. HAPPY WEEKEND, and enjoy the sunshine! Anita

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  9. DawnMay 31, 2013 at 4:12 AM

    Love your new caddy. It looks so charming with flowers in it. Congrats on being free in one week. I am ready for school to be over also. Our kids have one week too.

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  10. chateau chicMay 31, 2013 at 5:16 AM

    Your caddy is ADORABLE!!!!! Love the chalkboard on the front...oh the endless possibilities and fun you'll have with this!
    Mary Alice

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  11. The Quintessential MagpieMay 31, 2013 at 5:45 AM

    This is absolutely adorable! I can see why you brought those things home, and I love how the caddy turned out. Cuter than cute silverware, too, plus I love the flowers in jars and the celebratory "one". Let the countdown begin!

    XO,

    Sheila

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  12. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMay 31, 2013 at 5:47 AM

    That is just too adorable on your table in your cute dining room.

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  13. AnonymousMay 31, 2013 at 5:48 AM

    You are so bloomin' artistic - I can't believe what you did with that caddy. And the utensils are the cutest stinkin' things I've ever seen. Love that you only have one week left - and if the caddy is any indication, that's going to be one great party!

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  14. ANNEMay 31, 2013 at 6:13 AM

    Beautiful! Love it, I have one of those caddies and I love mine too!!

    Happy Friday :)

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  15. ReneeMay 31, 2013 at 6:33 AM

    Love the caddy. Great finds.

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  16. PaulaMay 31, 2013 at 8:02 AM

    The caddy looks great! I love the picture of the mason jars with the flowers! And the utensil idea is perfect. You are so creative, Carol!

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  17. Something Nice and PrettyMay 31, 2013 at 8:13 AM

    How adorable! Love the chalkboard paint on it! Just love everything in your home!

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  18. Nellie's Cozy PlaceMay 31, 2013 at 10:22 AM

    Hi Carol,
    Wanted to thank you for dropping by and for your sweet comments. Yea, I know what you mean we were beginning to think we were never gonna have any grandchildren. All our friends have them, but much to our great surprise......finally.........my son and his wife who just had their 2 year
    anniversary in May were expecting.....so what a thrilling time, course, not near as thrilling
    as having her here nearby. That is nice you are retiring and that you have a sweet friend who
    will let you practice for your big day on her grandchild. We practiced on a cute lil long haired
    chijuajua named Rosie for years. We called her our grandaughter dog. lol
    We sufficiently spoiled her............so we are now ready for the real thing!! lol

    Like your caddy painted white with the chalk board paint on it too. It looks great on your
    table.........and quite unique. Love all your color..........looks so summery!

    Blessings, Nellie

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  19. JunkchiccottageMay 31, 2013 at 1:53 PM

    Oh Carol,
    I love the utensil caddy. That is going to be a hit at the party! Wow I am going to have to see if I can find one of those caddies that came out adorable One more week. How exciting! Woo hoo!
    Kris

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  20. AnneMay 31, 2013 at 5:47 PM

    What a great find Carol!Love how you transformed it! Yes great for a party but really great to have out all the time.And it can be changed out for other things.Even for craft supplies!
    xx
    Anne

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  21. must love junkMay 31, 2013 at 8:54 PM

    Cute finds! I'm really loving that wire shelf!
    Susan

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  22. Carolyn ♥June 1, 2013 at 5:27 AM

    Lucky day for you and you dressed that caddie up so sweetly. Love the blooms!

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  23. Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingJune 1, 2013 at 8:28 AM

    I always enjoy stopping by your blog, Carol. Your use of color is just so much fun! It always cheers me. Love the first sentence of this post ... "and picked up a few things I didn't need." LOL. Glad I'm not the only one who does that! The caddy is just adorable and I love that it has a little chalk board on it. So cute with the festive flowers. Congrats on your upcoming retirement!!

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  24. AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNaJune 1, 2013 at 9:10 AM

    LOVE your blog and following you via Bloglovin'. So glad you stopped by my blog so that I could return the favor and find this fun place to visit. Love your TJ's finds! The caddy for your party is perfect!

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  25. Laura TurnerJune 1, 2013 at 9:29 AM

    Hi Carol,
    LOVE the caddy! The chalkboard front is such a great idea. I have enjoyed browsing your blog-love your colors! My husband is a composer and a mountain guy-hiker-so we have dirt and leaves rather than sand, lol! Do you live in Ventura County? We do. I just became a follower.

    Best,
    Laura
    laura.sundayview@gmail.com

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  26. Judy at GoldCountryCottageJune 1, 2013 at 12:45 PM

    Carol, I love the change in color, but of course I love pink too. What a great idea with the chalkboard to change up messages..Really cute..Happy Weekend..Judy

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  27. fiona andersonJune 1, 2013 at 3:05 PM

    Thanks for the shout out Carol, you just can't go wrong with white !!
    Love your caddy, so versatile and it looks really pretty against the Felicia (?) in your garden.
    I have gardening on my mind a lot at the moment, but no time to do anything. Work is unbelievably busy and tiring - I envy you your retirement, so much time to do more stuff, but definitely well deserved !!

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  28. AnneJune 1, 2013 at 3:43 PM

    Love the caddy! Its amazing how EVERYthing can look new when its painted white, esp with chalk paint! Thanks for stopping by and commenting, its nice to hear from you. I forgot to tell you, I am still having trouble seeing the full sidebar on your blog...

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  29. The TablescaperJune 1, 2013 at 4:53 PM

    I host a weekly link party called "Seasonal Sundays". This week, in honor of my fourth blog-a-versary, I'm having a giveaway of a $100.00 gift certificate to HomeGoods/TJ Maxx. I'd love to have you join the fun!

    - The Tablescaper

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  30. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJune 2, 2013 at 7:50 AM

    Love that caddy! It looks like it is perfect for holding utensils and napkins outside, with the way it is sectioned off. I like pink, but I like it better white.

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  31. ~Lavender Dreamer~June 2, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    Oh how cute it looks with the little jars of fresh flowers! I'd like to pin it....if I can figure out how! haha! Enjoy your Sunday and Happy June! I just put your blog on my favs list so that I won't miss any of your posts! Sweet hugs!

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  32. Shabby Brocante, KarenJune 2, 2013 at 11:16 AM

    Wow. It really is amazing how paint can totally transform something. Looks fabulous now! Like you said, so many cute possibilities!
    Karen

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  33. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseJune 2, 2013 at 12:50 PM

    I love it on your table with flowers. And how cute is that "Attention chien bizarre" sign on your door!

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  34. PoppyJune 2, 2013 at 2:29 PM

    So creative and colouful and those sweet blooms, just taking in the sun, it's all TOO charming!!

    Poppy

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  35. Linda at French HollowJune 2, 2013 at 4:23 PM

    Isn't it fun to find things you weren't even looking for! I love what you did with the caddy - thanks for sharing!
    Linda

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  36. My Little Home and GardenJune 2, 2013 at 5:40 PM

    Upcoming retirement? Congratulations!

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  37. MelanieJune 2, 2013 at 6:36 PM

    Love the 3-tiered wire shelf and what you did with the caddy. Did you find the caddy at TJ Maxx, too? Looks like something older that would've come from a resale shop.

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  38. StaceyJune 3, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    I bet you'll come up with a million ideas for the caddy. Doesn't a chalkboard make everything fun?

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  39. karen@somewhatquirkyJune 4, 2013 at 8:10 PM

    You know your house is so dang cute that I sometimes wonder if I'm reading a storybook. That caddy is wonderful and will be perfect for about a jillion things.

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  40. AnaJune 7, 2013 at 6:08 PM

    Great finds...Love, love, love the "after" of your caddy...and so versatile. Awesome job.

    ❤Ana

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  41. CarlaJuly 17, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    Love the caddy/chalk board. Too cute

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