New for Fall...

Look at these two great finds for fall...both available in my Etsy shop at:

http://www.etsy.com/people/jackandbennystudio?ref=si_pr or on Metro Detroit Craigslist...

Vintage upcycled magazine rack...mid-century "chic"...

Pretty original acrylic painting, with a stunning frame...of Michigan's own Higgins Lake...a warm addition for any room!

Good News!

Exciting news...select pieces of my painted furniture are now available at Ecclectic Boutique in St. Clair Shores. This cool little boutique has furniture, clothes, jewelry, art, home accessories. Address: 22411 Harper, between Eight & Nine Mile Roads...definitely worth taking a peek at this great new shop.

Upcycled Black Side or End Table Distressed

Perfect for fall...vintage Hammary table. Solid wood, sturdy. Upcycled with a satin black finish. The edges are distressed. Has one drawer, with the original antiqued brass drawer pull. The bottom stretcher adds charm. Measures 21" width x 27" deep x 21" height. Available on Metro Detroit Craigslist for $45.

Chic Upcycled Black Side Chair

Chic, upcycled vintage side chair. Super sturdy. Finished in satin black paint. Edges distressed, giving this formal looking chair a more "lived-in" feel. Newly re-upholstered in a reddish/pink satiny fabric with embroidered dragonflies. Perfect as a corner side chair, desk chair, or dining chair. Measures floor to back 34"H, 19 1/2" seat width, seat sits 17" from the floor. Featured on Metro Detroit Craigslist for $40.00

Shabby Chic Painted File Cabinet...

Very chic wood file cabinet, available on Metro Detroit Craigs List. Solid wood, nice & heavy. Creamy off-white, with distressed edges , black hardware and windows for labels. Measures 28" H x 16" W x 16 1/2" D. Note the similar cabinet offered by Ballard Designs, for $229.00. My version $50.00.

$50

$229

High-End Accessories at Low-End Prices...Shhh...It's Our Secret!

I have to have a little bragging moment here...who doesn't love a great bargain. In the following photos...ALL of the accessories (except my rabbit book ends) are from estate sales or get-this-thrift stores!!!!!! You just never know what you will stumble upon. Happy Shopping. Take a peek...

Wicker base lamp with a SILK shade $12.99

Tiffany Style Turtle lamp $7

Top landscape oil painting $11(with the frame)

Lower landscape oil painting $3 (unframed)

Hekman Estate sale desk $125

Jute tassel on the desk drawer-free (discarded from my former interior designer employer)

Just a note...this oil painting is signed with MY last name...how odd is that, like it was meant to be!

The little insect match box was $3 at an estate sale...

And everyone loves blue & white pottery...

Sadek plate $3 (retails for $30)

Blue & White Bowl $4

Coastal Cottage Style Side or Petite Cocktail Table...

Love this table!...This geometric, eclectic table works nicely as a side table or as a small cocktail table. Chunky, spindled legs, and a lower shelf for storage, magazines, etc. Super sturdy, solid wood. Hand sanded, primed, then finished in a satiny off-white, the edges are distressed. Measures 28 1/2" width, 18 1/2"length, 21" height. The shelf sits 8" from the floor. Available on Metro Detroit Craigslist for $50.00...

Set of Four Upcycled Dining Chairs...Very Chic

Set of four upcycled vintage dining chairs. Solid wood, super sturdy and comfortable. Freshly primed, painted, and reupholstered. Queen Anne style chair, but without the curvy back. A great, eclectic look for any kitchen or dining room. You can place them with any color or finish of dining table. Painted in satiny black. Two are upholstered in a lighter green fabric with red and yellow dragonfly embroiderey. The other two are a moire plaid in reds, yellows, greens. Both patterns coordinate nicely. Approximate measurements: height 37", depth 18", seat width 16", the seat sits 18" from the floor. Available on Metro Detroit Craigs List!

Girly Pink Upcycled Wooden Side Chair...

The perfect desk chair! This vintage, solid wood chair has been upcycled into a stylish side chair. Great spindled legs, and a unique back design that reminds me of a picket fence. . A lovely side chair, guest room chair or even as a photo prop. Super sturdy, no wobbles here. Re-finished in a chic, semi-gloss, darker pink. Measures 34" Height, the seat is 16 1/2" x 16 1/2", and sits 19" from the floor. Available on Metro Detroit Craigs List...

Super-chic Black Upcycled RoundTop End Table...

Another new end table...elegant enough for a living room or library, casual enough for your family room. Available on Metro Detroit Craig's List. Measures 28" round top, 25" height, shelf sits 15" from the floor. $45.00. Very sturdy, solid wood. Finished in a satiny black coat of paint.

My Version of PB's Newberry Pedestal Table...

Ok, very similar tables (obviously different colors), same dimensions, same idea...would you rather pay $399 or $45?...Available on Metro Detroit's Craig's List.

My table

PB's table

Making room for the new...

These furniture items are still available on Metro Detroit Craigslist:


Cottage Style White Distressed Nightstand $50.00
Yellow Distressed End Table $35.00-a lower price!

New Cottage Style Night Stand

Another Craigslist poisting...Charming, upcycled, vintage Ethan Allen night stand. Solid wood, sturdy and heavy. A well-made, quality piece of furniture. Sanded, primed, painted creamy off-white, then distressed for a shabby cottage appearance. Beautifully detailed legs, one drawer, lower shelf. Measures 22" x 18" x 26".

Yellow Painted Distressed Vintage End Table

Just in time for spring...my new listing on Metro Detroit Craigslist. Charming, yellow painted end table measures about 27" x 22" x 21 1/4". A great pop of color for any room...$45.

New Vintage Upcycled Shabby Chic Side Chair

Just in time for spring...just posted to Craigslist...this adorable upcycled, white painted side chair. Freshly stuffed and re-upholstered, waiting for a new home! Only $45.00.

Refurbished Candle Holders or Wall Sconces

Look how cute these turned out...a thrift shop find for $4, small pillar candles from Pier One, originally black and dated...now fresh and chic. These will probably go in my bedroom...