Do I need an agent?

Ok here we go - another one finished ( oh please let someone like it enough to buy it!!! - I have to win this arguement - I just have to )

Suzan says - ( with great excitement ) come look - I'm finished - do you like it?

John says - You make things too personal

Suzan says - But surely someone else will like it as much as I do?

John says - You should be gravitating towards a more " general " audience

Suzan says - I don't like " general "

John says - But you're narrowing your customer base - your items are getting

too specific

Suzan says - Did I say I needed an agent? I don't recall saying I needed an agent?

Are you offering your services as an agent?

John says -  Forget it Suzan, just do what you want, ok?

Suzan says - I always do John, sigh, I always do....................

Suzan says - please do not speak to me for the rest of the day

John says - I've no intentions of doing so.

and 10 minutes later

Suzan says - what would you like for dinner

John says - maybe steaks would be nice.

Suzan says - you don't like my dresser, do you?

John says - it's too customized - it's too specific - it's too

Suzan says - Did I say I needed an agent?

Suzan says - do you want fries or mashed with your steak..................

Suzan says - the last time I did this pattern it sold in a day.

John says - let's drop the subject, shall we?

Domestic bliss? Fuggedaboudit........................I'd find it boring anyway!

Here we go - sorry no before on this one - 

Annie Sloan - Duck egg blue ( with versailles peaking through here and there ) and Pure White.

Clear Wax

John says - Why do you have keys on the salt and pepper tray?

Suzan says - because I like how it looks - and I may keep it for a key tray - does that upset

the balance of our life in some degree?

John says - It's PEWTER and PORCELAIN for God's Sakes - you're going to destroy it

Suzan says - relax ex - lax it's just for the photos

John says - NOTHING - THIS IS A FIRST - JOHN SAYS ABSOLUTELY NOTHING.

Oh look at that - 2 handles are missing - lol - couldn't even wait till I installed them to take the photos, 

Off to find the drill - not even going to think of asking for help on this one.

But I'm going to make him an extra special dinner this evening - sometimes he deserves extra special

living with me.
He really is a saint - albeit a grumpy one at times - but a saint none the less.

XXX

I'm making the rounds - and partying with these gracious hostesses ( with the mostesses )

Nifty Thrifty Things
http://www.niftythriftythings.com/2012/08/nifty-thrifty-sunday-69.html

It's Overflowing
http://www.itsoverflowing.com/2012/08/overflowing-with-creativity-84/
It's so very Cheri
http://itssoverycheri.com/2012/08/05/its-party-time-8-5-2012/
I should be mopping the floor
http://www.ishouldbemoppingthefloor.com/2012/08/mop-it-up-mondays-28.html
My 1929 Charmer
http://my1929charmer.com/sundays-best-42-par-tay/
Homemaker on a dime
http://www.homemakeronadime.com/2012/08/creative-bloggers-party-hop-71.html
Under the table and dreaming
http://www.bystephanielynn.com/2012/08/the-sunday-showcase-party-no-113.html
Lines Across
http://www.linesacross.com/2012/08/the-cure-for-common-monday-50.html
Jam's Corner
http://www.jamscorner.com/2012/08/marvelous-mondays-link-party-6_5.html
Making the world cuter
http://makingtheworldcuter.com/2012/08/making-the-world-cuter-2/
The Dedicated House
http://suzyq-vintagous.blogspot.ca/2012/08/ok-here-we-go-another-one-finished-oh.html
Coastal Charm
http://linda-coastalcharm.blogspot.ca/2012/08/nifty-thrifty-tuesday-no-12550-giveaway.html
Our Delightful Home
http://ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.ca/2012/08/live-show-me-what-you-got-tuesdays-at.html
Kathe with an E
http://www.kathewithane.com/2012/08/youre-gonna-love-it-week-16.html
Beez Rental Designs
http://beezrentaldesigns.blogspot.ca/2012/08/frugal-treasures-tuesday-20.html
Krafty Kat
http://kraftykat76.blogspot.ca/2012/08/gettin-krafty-with-it.html
The Farmhouse Porch
http://farmhouseporch.blogspot.ca/2012/08/welcome-to-week-27-of-cowgirl-up-link.html
Knick of Time
http://knickoftimeinteriors.blogspot.ca/2012/08/knick-of-time-tuesday-46.html
PJH Designs
http://pjhdesignsoneofakind.blogspot.ca/2012/08/totally-transformed-tuesday-4-features.html
Not just a Housewife
http://www.notjustahousewife.net/2012/08/show-me-what-ya-got-86.html
Ironstone Nest
http://www.theironstonenest.com/2012/08/transformation-tuesday-link-party.html
Shades of Amber
http://shadesofamberinc.blogspot.ca/2012/08/chalk-paint-link-party.html
Homework
http://carolynshomework.blogspot.ca/2012/08/the-inspiration-board-link-party-62.html
Debbie does creations
http://debbiedoescreations.com/2012/08/06/toot-your-horn-tuesday-24-link-party/
The DIY Dreamer
http://thediydreamer.blogspot.ca/2012/08/from-dream-to-reality-linky-party-28.html
Uncommon
http://www.uncommondesignsonline.com/2012/08/uncommonly-yours-link-party-40.html#.UCGlJvaPVDQ
Clean & Scentsible
http://cleanandscentsible.blogspot.ca/2012/08/the-creative-spark-no-52.html
Savvy Southern Style
http://savvysouthernstyle.blogspot.ca/2012/08/wow-us-wednesdays-78.html
In the old Road
http://intheoldroad.blogspot.ca/2012/08/all-star-block-party-10-and-features.html
The life of Jennifer Dawn
http://thelifeofjenniferdawn.blogspot.ca/2012/08/a-little-bird-told-me-link-party-5.html
Kammy's Korner
http://www.kammyskorner.com/2012/08/trash-2-treasure-tuesday-and-welcome.html
Adorned from above
http://www.adornedfromabove.com/2012/08/apple-cinnamon-roll-pull-aparts-and.html
No Minimalist here
http://nominimalisthere.blogspot.ca/2012/08/open-house-party_8.html
52 Mantels
http://www.52mantels.com/2012/08/thursdays-are-your-days-poofy-cheeks.html
Embracing Change
http://staceyembracingchange.blogspot.ca/2012/08/creative-inspirations-linky-party-26.html
The Shabby Creek Cottage
http://www.theshabbycreekcottage.com/2012/08/transformation-thursday-no-164.html#more
Primitive & Proper
http://primitiveandproper.blogspot.ca/2012/08/poww-100-furniture-link-party.html
The 36th Avenue
http://www.the36thavenue.com/2012/08/best-diy-projects-and-link-party-68.html
Katherine's Korner
http://katherinescorner.com/2012/08/09/thursday-favoriote-things-blog-hop-linky-party-48/
Somewhat Simple
http://www.somewhatsimple.com/blog-link-party-with-silk/
2 8 0 5
http://twenty-eight-0-five.blogspot.ca/2012/08/potpourri-party-36.html
French Country Cottage
http://frenchcountrycottage.blogspot.ca/2012/08/feathered-nest-friday_9.html
Redoux Interiors
http://www.redouxinteriors.com/2012/08/link-party-67-and-double-features/
At the Picket Fence
http://www.atthepicketfence.com/2012/08/its-inspiration-friday-no-77welcome.html
The Charm of Home
http://thecharmofhome.blogspot.ca/2012/08/home-sweet-home-79_9.html
Shabby Art Boutique
http://shabbyartboutique.blogspot.com.au/2012/08/shabbilicious-friday-link-party-august_10.html
Days of Chalk and Chocolate
http://daysofchalkandchocolate.blogspot.ca/2012/08/calling-guest-bloggers-and-friday-link.html
My Turn for us
http://myturn-evelyn.blogspot.ca/2012/08/freedom-fridays-14.html
My Romantic Home
http://romantichome.blogspot.ca/2012/08/how-to-dry-hydrangeas-show-and-tell.html
Homespun Happenings
http://homespunhappenings-tammy.blogspot.ca/2012/08/rustic-restorations-weekend-15.html
Chase the Star
http://chase-thestar.blogspot.ca/2012/08/keep-calm-and-link-up-1.html
The Shabby Nest
http://www.shabbynest.blogspot.ca/2012/08/frugal-friday_9.html
Finding Fabulous
http://www.findingfabulousblog.com/2012/08/frugalicious-fridayempire-patio-covers.html
One More Time
http://www.onemoretimeevents.com/2012/08/share-it-one-more-time-5-and-features.html
Petites Passions
http://myricandreasen.blogspot.ca/2012/08/passion-parade-friday-link-soiree_9.html
Addicted to Decorating
http://www.addicted2decorating.com/addicts-not-so-anonymous-link-party-28.html
Classy Clutter
http://classyclutter.blogspot.ca/2012/08/spotlight-saturday-25.html

Goodbye Joe - me gotta go................

I'm leaving town - I'm outta here - and can't tell anyone because I'm leaving with a piece of furniture I've just customized for a customer -
I can't give it back because I'm so in love with it.................. part of my disorder is that I constantly fall in love with inanimate objects ( mostly furniture )
So if anyone is looking for me e.g. my clients - you haven't heard a thing from me in days.................

BTW - I'll be the lady trying to board a greyhound bus with a giant french provincial dresser -
arguing with the driver that Yes of course we can fit this on the roof.
And there may be a commotion at the border because I'm thinking  of going deep in the heart of Texas ( Pat, can I stay with you )?
Just until everything cools down - and I can return with this:

This dresser got the works - it was painted - than gray washed - then gently distressed - than dry brushed - then waxed to a high sheen - the handles were sanded and spray painted black semi gloss

ASCP - Pure White

and here she is before

TIP - because the wood was such an ugly color ( to me and the customer anyway )
I painted all the perimeters black - so black would be what was coming through when
I rubbed and distressed -

Ok - I've get to get some sleep tomorrow I'm Greyhound Bound

Son of a gun - I'll have good fun...............................

XXX
Suzan

In the meantime I'll be partying here!!!

Nifty Thrifty Things
http://www.niftythriftythings.com/2012/07/nifty-thrifty-sunday-67.html
I Heart Nap Time
http://www.iheartnaptime.net/sundae-scoop-link-party-40/
I should be mopping the floor
http://www.ishouldbemoppingthefloor.com/2012/07/mop-it-up-mondays-26.html
Homemaker on a dime
http://www.homemakeronadime.com/2012/07/creative-bloggers-party-hop-69.html
Lines Across
http://www.linesacross.com/2012/07/the-cure-for-common-monday-48.html
Under the table and dreaming
http://www.bystephanielynn.com/2012/07/the-sunday-showcase-party-no-111.html
Keeping it simple
http://www.keepingitsimplecrafts.com/2012/07/motivate-me-monday-132.html
DIY Home Sweet Home
http://diyhshp.blogspot.ca/2012/07/more-merrier-70.html
Making the world cuter
http://makingtheworldcuter.com/2012/07/making-the-world-cuter/
Our Delightful Home
http://ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.ca/2012/07/live-show-me-what-you-got-linky-party-24.html
My 1929 Charmer
http://my1929charmer.com/sundays-best-40-par-tay/
Debbie does Creations
http://debbiedoescreations.com/2012/07/23/toot-your-horn-tuesday-link-party/
PJH Designs
http://pjhdesignsoneofakind.blogspot.ca/2012/07/totally-transformed-tuesday-2-features.html
Coastal Charm
http://linda-coastalcharm.blogspot.ca/2012/07/nifty-thrifty-tuesday-no123-and-giveaway.html
Kathe with an E
http://www.kathewithane.com/2012/07/youre-gonna-love-it-week-14.html
Kammy's Korner
http://www.kammyskorner.com/2012/07/trash-2-treasure-tuesday_23.html
Home Stories A to Z
http://www.homestoriesatoz.com/2012/07/tutorials-tips-link-party-70.html
Knick of Time
http://knickoftimeinteriors.blogspot.ca/2012/07/knick-of-time-tuesday-44-vintage-style.html
Primitive & Proper
http://primitiveandproper.blogspot.ca/2012/07/poww-98-furniture-link-party.html
Homework
http://carolynshomework.blogspot.ca/2012/07/the-inspiration-board-link-party-60.html
Shades of Amber
http://shadesofamberinc.blogspot.ca/2012/07/chalk-paint-link-party_24.html
New House New Home New Life
http://newhousenewhomenewlife.blogspot.ca/2012/07/all-star-block-party-8-plus-features.html
The DIY Dreamer
http://thediydreamer.blogspot.ca/2012/07/from-dream-to-reality-linky-party-26.html
Uncommon
http://linkyimg.arvixededicated.com/v2_thumbnail_linky_enter.aspx?id=155619
Bunny Jean's Decor
http://bunnyjeansdecorandmore.blogspot.ca/2012/07/wednesdays-bunny-hop-party-49-head-for.html
DIY by Design
http://diybydesign.blogspot.ca/2012/07/sizzle-into-summer-its-party-75.html
Savvy Southern Style
http://savvysouthernstyle.blogspot.ca/2012/07/wow-us-wednesdays-76.html
Domestically Speaking
http://www.domestically-speaking.com/2012/07/136th-power-of-paint-party-pantones-fall-2012-colors.html
Simply done Wright
http://simplydonewright.blogspot.ca/2012/07/all-stars-block-party-week-8.html
The life of Jennifer Dawn
http://thelifeofjenniferdawn.blogspot.ca/2012/07/a-little-bird-told-me-link-party-3.html
Ivy and Elephants
http://ivyandelephants.blogspot.ca/2012/07/whats-it-wednesday-35.html
Adorned from above
http://www.adornedfromabove.com/2012/07/face-cleansing-oil-and-wednesdays.html
Family Home and Life
http://www.familyhomeandlife.com/2012/07/wow-us-wednesday_25.html
No minimalist here
http://nominimalisthere.blogspot.ca/2012/07/open-house-party_25.html
52 Mantels
http://www.52mantels.com/2012/07/thursdays-are-your-days-50-amazon.html
The 36th Avenue
http://www.the36thavenue.com/2012/07/best-diy-projects-and-link-party-66-2.html
Embracing Change
http://staceyembracingchange.blogspot.ca/2012/07/creative-inspirations-linky-party-24.html
The Shabby Creek Cottage
http://www.theshabbycreekcottage.com/2012/07/transformation-thursday-no-162.html
Katherine's Korner
http://katherinescorner.com/2012/07/26/thursday-favorite-things-blog-hop-linky-party-46/
Somewhat Simple
http://www.somewhatsimple.com/blog-link-party-oshkosh/
At The Picket Fence
http://www.atthepicketfence.com/2012/07/its-inspiration-friday-no-75-welcome.html
Common Ground
http://commonground-debrasvintagedesigns.blogspot.ca/2012/07/vintage-inspiration-98-talking-trash.html
Stuff and Nonsense
http://www.stuff-and-nonsense.net/2012/07/welcome-to-fridays-unfolded_26.html
French Country Cottage
http://frenchcountrycottage.blogspot.ca/2012/07/feathered-nest-friday_26.html
Home Sweet Home
http://thecharmofhome.blogspot.ca/2012/07/home-sweet-home-77.html
2 8 0 5
http://twenty-eight-0-five.blogspot.ca/2012/07/potpourri-friday-34.html
Redoux Interiors
http://www.redouxinteriors.com/2012/07/link-party-65-and-mes-preferes/
Shabby Art Boutique
http://shabbyartboutique.blogspot.ca/2012/07/shabbilicious-friday-link-party-july_27.html
Miss Mustard Seed
http://missmustardseed.com/2012/07/furniture-feature-friday-link-party-favorites-4/
My turn for us
http://myturn-evelyn.blogspot.ca/2012/07/freedom-fridays-12.html
Homespun Happenings
http://homespunhappenings-tammy.blogspot.ca/2012/07/rustic-restorations-weekend-13.html
Bella Nest
http://bellanest.blogspot.ca/2012/07/its-so-hard-to-say-good-bye-to-hot-fun.html
The Shabby Nest
http://shabbynest.blogspot.ca/2012/08/frugal-friday.html