Tuesday, November 17, 2009

Our Readers are Getting Crafty




More crafty creations sent to us from our readers. These items are from Lindsey Brown. I'll bet she had fun coming up with the corks for this wreath!
Thanks Lindsey.



Keep those pictures coming folks. Anyone who sends a photo will be entered in our drawing. Contest deadline is November 30. E-mail your entries to: secondhandchic@xmission.com
Love, Kelly

Duncan Phyfe Makeover

I bought this Duncan Phyfe china cabinet at a yard sale about 5 years ago. It just happens to match the dining room set I inherited from my great grandparents. I always meant to give it a little facelift but never got around to it. You know how that goes!
It had a missing pane of glass and some minor damage to the veneer so I thought a paint job would bring it up to date as well as hide its flaws. After 5 year of nagging, I finally got Poopsie to replace the glass.
So here's the result of a weekend of painting. What do you think?
Love, Kelly

Monday, November 16, 2009

City Creek Canyon


Sunday was the perfect winter day. After a snowfall on Saturday, Sunday brought sunny clear skies. Poopsie and I decided to head over to City Creek Canyon to take "the kids" for a walk.

Located in the heart of downtown Salt Lake City, City Creek Canyon has historical significance. Vanguards of the first Mormon settlers of Utah camped by the mouth of City Creek Canyon in 1847. For modern day urban dwellers, it's a great way to escape the hustle and bustle of the city.





At the base of the City Creek Canyon is Memory Grove Park. This beautiful park, dedicated to the veterans of Utah, is refreshingly quiet and serene. The towering trees surrounding the lawns and along the pond create a feeling of peacefulness for those who just want a quiet, meditative walk in the park.













Its a great spot for urban dog-walkers, as long as you keep the pooches on a leash.



It's quite the hike for someone with such short legs! It's a chilly day so it's a good thing Bumbee wore her sweater! Time to go home.
Love, Kelly



Friday, November 13, 2009

Holiday Preview




Here at Second Hand Chic we've just finished decking the halls. Check out our selection of holiday sparkle.