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Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Milking Stool ~ Make-Over



Hi, friends . . . today I thought that I would show you
this little project.

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  I found this little stool at the Goodwill for $2.99.


...and after a little paint,
and a little distressing,
it looks like this :)







ready for any little milkmaid to sit on,
or stand on to reach the sink :)

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I hope you like it .

 Keep making the world a prettier place . . .
one project at a time.

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  Have a great day,
Connie 








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  1. KellyMarch 12, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    That's cute Connie! You did get a good deal! I bought my milk stool off Craigslist for $10 and was pleased as punch. $3 would have been even better ☺

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    1. ConnieMarch 12, 2013 at 9:26 AM

      Hi Kelly, thanks for the visit, it is always a please to see your face pop up in my comment list. It was a good deal . . . I am a bit of a penny pincher, therefore; I'm always looking for super deals. I got that from my Mom. Everyone said that she would hold on to a penny until Able Lincoln yelled ouch, LOL.

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  2. Ginny HartzlerMarch 12, 2013 at 9:20 AM

    Yes I like it. I like everything you do!!! Where will you put it and how will you use it?

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    1. ConnieMarch 12, 2013 at 9:28 AM

      Hi Ginny, If I ever get a booth, it will probably go there, unless I find someone that can use it before then. Then it will probably become a gift :) I am delighted that you like it.

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  3. vintage greyMarch 12, 2013 at 10:30 AM

    Such a sweet makeover!! Have a lovely day! xo Heather

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  4. Donna WilkesMarch 12, 2013 at 10:30 AM

    Such a great job on the painting. How did you do the graphic - is it reverse Mod Podge? I always love milking stools - you got a deal on it.

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    1. ConnieMarch 12, 2013 at 10:53 AM

      Hi Donna, I used inkjet transfer paper and a wood burning iron :)

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  5. CraftychrisMarch 12, 2013 at 10:41 AM

    What a fabulous transformation! Its gorgeous! Thank you for following me I am following you now too! I look forward to seeing more of fabulous work! xx

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    1. ConnieMarch 12, 2013 at 10:55 AM

      Hi Chris and welcome. I get so excited each time I make a new friend :)
      I'm looking forward to getting to know you better and to sharing ideas.

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  6. Cozy Thyme CottageMarch 12, 2013 at 10:49 AM

    I love your little milk stool make over and I love the price even more! I have cabin fever from being sick and am badly in need of a visit to the thrift store!!! Thanks for sharing! Nancy http://cozythymecottage.blogspot.com/

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    1. ConnieMarch 12, 2013 at 10:57 AM

      Hi Nancy, I do hope that you get to feeling better very soon. There is nothing like going to the thrift store and finding an incredible treasure to lighten your spirits and put a smile on your face.
      Get well soon; I'll put you in my prayers.

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  7. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapMarch 12, 2013 at 11:30 AM

    great looking stool! love it

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  8. Acorn to OakMarch 12, 2013 at 11:35 AM

    What a deal! And, you did a great job. The distressing looks like it really is old. I can't imagine where you found the decal for it. It helps give it a feel of being antique. Very cute!

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    1. ConnieMarch 12, 2013 at 1:27 PM

      Distressing a project is always fun . . . I work a little bit of stress off doing it, too. That is if I'm loaded down with any. I guess I should save these type of projects for days when I am stress out, it might be great therapy, LOL.

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  9. CandyMarch 12, 2013 at 12:37 PM

    What a sweet stool. Love your makeover. I have a heart shaped milking stool, and your makeover wants me to pull it out and get started on it. Thanks for sharing.
    Candy
    PICKINandPAINTIN.blogspot.com

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    1. ConnieMarch 13, 2013 at 8:15 AM

      Hi Candy . . . it sounds like you have the perfect little project to do. Have fun :)

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  10. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMarch 12, 2013 at 12:50 PM

    Very pretty, Connie! I've got my eye out for a little two step stool for my granddaughter to use. She is into washing her hands of the "mesh" lately. While I have stools here she likes to stand on, I'm not really comfortable with it as they really aren't for standing on. The one she uses in the bathroom currently, to reach the sink, is actually a small stool to sit on, but I think it would be nice if she had her own little stool.

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    1. ConnieMarch 13, 2013 at 8:19 AM

      Hi Kathy, it wasn't that long ago that my granddaughters needed a little stool, too. They (stools) are a great way to give them a little independence at the bathroom sink . . . "Mesh" how cute :)

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  11. Coloring Outside the LinesMarch 12, 2013 at 1:03 PM

    Very cute, and it looks fabulous in white!

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  12. NanaDianaMarch 12, 2013 at 1:11 PM

    Connie- That is really cute. I can see some sweet little milk maid carrying that out to milk a goat!;>) xo Diana

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    1. ConnieMarch 13, 2013 at 8:21 AM

      Oh, if I lived in the country I would love to have a goat to milk :)

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  13. Attic ClutterMarch 12, 2013 at 1:11 PM

    so darling(:)

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  14. My Primitive Creations by TonyaMarch 12, 2013 at 2:32 PM

    Sweet....I love it.
    I just sanded a little stool last night goning to paint it tonight & create a gathering on top of it to sell on Ebay..

    Blessings
    Tonya

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    1. ConnieMarch 13, 2013 at 8:22 AM

      Hi Tonya, I hope you post it on your blog, so we can see:)

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  15. Maria GlazachevaMarch 12, 2013 at 9:54 PM

    Oh c'est tres bien fait Connie !!!

    Bonne semaine!!

    xxx Maria xxx

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  16. Tant Gröns Lilla BodMarch 13, 2013 at 12:39 AM

    It's beautiful! Excellent work, as always :). Have a wonderful day!
    Maria

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    1. ConnieMarch 13, 2013 at 8:24 AM

      Hi Maria . . . you are always so sweet, thank you :)

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  17. MelanieMarch 13, 2013 at 2:14 AM

    Excellent makeover. You are so talented at distressing! I'd never have known this was not original. I like your milk maid reference.

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    1. ConnieMarch 13, 2013 at 8:26 AM

      Hi Melanie, it is always a pleasure to get a visit . . . have a great day.
      Here's wishing you sunshine and flowers.
      When the sun is shining in Seattle it is a magical city :)

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  18. Sumaya at Evocative VintageMarch 13, 2013 at 5:04 AM

    How adorable! I love the color and the graphic and the distressing looks so natural.

    Great job, Connie:)

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  19. Cottage and BroomeMarch 13, 2013 at 2:54 PM

    You definitely made the world prettier with that project! The stool came out great out, love the white and the colorful graphic. Thanks so much for stopping by, Laura

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  20. Princess Judy PalmerMarch 13, 2013 at 4:08 PM

    I love it! I have an old milking stool in my closet. Hubby used it to put a cold drink on it once and it got a big watermark stain on it. Is my only hope for it to paint it?

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    1. ConnieMarch 13, 2013 at 5:43 PM

      Hi Judy . . . try this :)
      1. Spread about 2 Tablespoons of mayonnaise on a paper towel.
      2. Place the paper towel on the white water mark. Press lightly.
      3. Leave the mayonnaise on the stain about 15 minutes.
      4. Lift the paper towel and check the stain. If the mark remains, rub more mayo into it again and check it later.
      5. Stain should be gone. Reapply if necessary.
      Have a wonderful day and thanks for the visit :)

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  21. Come Away With MeMarch 13, 2013 at 7:10 PM

    I like it very much! Very pretty indeed.

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    1. ConnieMarch 14, 2013 at 10:15 AM

      Hi Sara . . . so happy that you like it. :)

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  22. 505whimsygirlMarch 14, 2013 at 11:54 AM

    Hi Connie,

    Love the stool!!! Very cool. I always enjoy coming to visit as I never know what I will find next!

    Hugs,
    Kay

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    1. ConnieMarch 14, 2013 at 2:36 PM

      Hi Kay, I know what you mean . . . I'm always trying something new :)

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  23. JesterMarch 14, 2013 at 2:21 PM

    Wow, I love how you have rejuvanted that little stool, Connie. It looks lovely!

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  24. The Polka Dot ClosetMarch 15, 2013 at 6:13 PM

    Oh, Connie, I love finding those little stools and your transformation is ADORABLE!

    CAROL

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