I’ve had this cute (potentially adorable) bookcase for more than three years. For more than three years, I’ve wanted to paint it. But because of my “issues” it has remained unpainted. It’s that same old tale of the guilt over my messy house preventing me from spending time on fun projects.
I also tend to think that I need to carve out an entire day, or weekend, or week to complete something. But yesterday, in the midst of my Day of Laundry, I stole a few minutes here and there to begin this project. It’s nowhere near being done, but I’m okay with that. The fact is that my 3 year old daughter loves it and has at least one room of her bookshelf/dollhouse to enjoy.
And before you see the after pictures, please read this disclaimer.
I am in no way an artist. I do not claim to be an artist. I am totally intimidated by all of the blogs I read on the internet written by people who are, in fact, artists. I could very well let that intimidation keep me from trying to be an artist. But instead, I choose to view these bloggers as inspiration to try. And just for the record, my 6 year old said at least 4 times yesterday that he “had NO IDEA that I was such a great artist!” Notice he said “great” rather than “good.” And since my true audience is my children, I consider this project a success.
Here’s my very professional measuring device used in an attempt to create a door that wasn’t completely crooked.
And just to answer any questions you may have:
So cute! I hope to make a doll house someday for my granddaughter.
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It's very cute actually. I especially like the top of the tree peeking through the window over the door. What a fun little corner to play in.
Awww, you did a great job! So cute!!
Very cute! I'm impressed. 🙂
Nice! It really looks great. Love the chandelier!
Do you leave some of the rooms undecorated for books? I can't imagine covering them up after they're all painted!
I'm debating that JoDi. I haven't decided yet.
Why are you putting yourself down over the painting? You did a GREAT job! Your childen love it, you've accomplished something you wanted to do, and you didn't leave the mess laying around. That's totally fantastic and you should just be proud as a peach over it, not putting out disclaimers. Besides, I'm betting most of those artists can't tap dance!
Congratulations on getting the laundry caught up by the way. I cleaned out the refrigerator tonight, so I think I've done my work fo the week! Maybe month… 🙂
Hahahaha Mar, you made me laugh. And yes, pretty soon I'll be able to tap anybody under the table! (That expression sounds right in this context, but as I typed it I realized I have no idea what it actually means.)
Just wanted to let you know that you are not the only recovering slob out there! 🙂 I've been reading your blog history for a few days now…and sometimes it seems like you've been reading my mind and living my life…lol…anyways just wanted to say thanks for encouraging all of us out here!
Wow. You did a a great job on this! Well done! I'd like to invite you to come over for my first Friday Favorites event. Each week I'll be highlighting some of the posts that are linked up. Would love to see you there!
Hi there! I just now saw this! I wish my parents would have done this for us, when we were younger! This is just darling. I would just love to see the rest of it! Take care, and I hope to see everything you do!