Spring has sprung! Getting ready for summer...

It's been a while since my last post, but I've been busy working away outside in my garden and yard. It's that time of year! Clearing out the weeds and dead bits of plant materials to make way for upcoming plants and the beauty they reveal as they grow and bloom.

A midst all this beauty I've been attempting to revamp an old patio set we have owned for several years. Despite a bit of rust, the chairs and table are in good condition. So, I've been going to town spray painting the chairs and table to rejuvenate them and give them a new lease on life! I've found a product that is in an oil-rubbed bronze finish and can be applied to metal, wood, and plastic! Needless to say, I've fallen in love with this product!!! Pictures to be posted momentarily....LOL! It's a work still in progress. I've already bought some beautiful red cushions for the chairs. I'm so excited to have the project done so I can sit back and relax in one of my "new" chairs and sip on a nice cold drink!

Next project...I've already bought a sample pot of Ce Ce Caldwell's Myrtle Beach Sand paint to revamp a side table in my family room and some clear wax. So, stay tuned! Before and after pictures to follow!

What spring design projects are you working on? I'd love to hear about them!

Dee:)

Mark your calendars for June 14, 2014 for The Olde Farmhouse Vintage Market!

The Deesign Project - starting off with a beautiful vintage floral image we found that Leah and I LOVED was my jumping off point for this version of The Olde Farmhouse Vintage Market.'s postcard. Drawing from the colours of the vintage floral and adding a distressed overlay screen with a twine detail created a beautiful vintage vibe market postcard that Leah loved. 

With over 55 vendors gathered together at the barns at the Albion Fairgrounds in Maple Ridge for a day of "Junking" — Antiques, vintage, collectibles, handmade, jewelry, farmhouse, re-purposed, re-finished, shabby chic, The Olde Farmhouse Vintage Market is sure to be another great day for junkers and collectors!!! Only a $5.00 admission (children 12 and under are free) and with plenty of free parking — you must mark your calendars for Saturday, June 14 9am-4pm to take part in this special treasure fest. If it's like Leah's other markets, you'll be sure to walk away with a special and unique items! I know I always do!

Dee:)

Pet Lover Show Banner and Poster for Western Dog Grooming School

Been working away for my new client, Tera, of Western Dog Grooming School and The Dog-Gone Grooming Salon in Maple Ridge, http://www.604groomer.ca/. Tera will be at the Tradex Feb.15 & 16 for the Pet Lover Show in Abbotsford, Booth 529. So, if you're attending, pop by and say "hi". What a lovely lady. What can I say...I have the best clients!

Arlene and Gerry's Small Kitchen Revamp

Working with small spaces can sometimes pose quite the challenge and when it came to Arlene and Gerry's apartment kitchen renovation this was no exception. Choosing colours and materials that worked together that flowed visually with the rest of the space and didn't create too much visual contrast was key, plus working within their moderate budget and current layout was essential. Lucky for Arlene, Gerry was quite the handyman and was able to tackle a lot of the installation projects, including the flooring and lighting, himself. Handy=Money savings!!

The result of their hard work, along with my guidance, is showcased below. The before and after displays just how a little vision and careful selection of materials can transform a ho-hum space into a functional and beautiful kitchen.

Dee :)

BEFORE

AFTER

Mardi Gras Casino Night February 22 - Save the date!

I'm excited to be involved in the marketing once again for Maple Ridge's Kanaka Creek Elementary PAC's fundraiser Casino Night. This year it's a Mardi Gras theme. How fun!

The event will be held Saturday, February 22. The doors open at 6pm for all the fun to start —

Gourmet Catered Dinner . Casino Games . Live Music . Cash Bar . Live & Silent Auctions . Wall of Wine!

Proceeds from this evening will go toward drama programming, technology for Kanaka students and improved signage for the school.

Early Bird Ticket Price $55.00 (Before January 31), $60.00 Ticket Price as of February 1. Tickets may be purchased at the Kanaka Creek Elementary Office. http://kcpac.sd42.ca/index.html

Kanaka Creek Elementary Business and Craft Fair

If you happen to be in the Albion area of Maple Ridge on Friday, November 29, check out the annual Business and Craft Fair at Kanaka Creek Elementary School, located on Kanaka Way, in support of the PAC. The event runs from 5:30-9pm and includes live music, door prizes and a concession. Poster design courtesy of moi!  Deanna :)

Rustic Charm Party at The Vintage Verandah

I'm very excited to have put together a newspaper and web ad for my client Tanya of The Vintage Verandah. She is inviting you to join her this Thursday, November 7 in the evening from 5-8 for some warm drinks and delightful treats, provided by Lannie Rae the Boutique!

The store will be brimming with new items for you to peruse & the first 15 through the door will receive a gift! 

Check it out if you're in the Cochrane, Alberta area! I just wish I could go myself to stock up on a few items on my Christmas wish list! :)