Although we didn't make any big plans, our 4th was chock full of some really fun stuff. Starting Friday with a day full of local thrifting, followed Saturday with a trip down to the amazing Kane Co flea , where I picked up this old set of spindles salvaged from a 100 yr. old Illinois farmhouse porch. They will make perfect legs for something cool.
I also snagged this wonderfully, humorous old coffee tin, which will most likely be the base for something.
Later that night, we found a spot on a small dock to watch the annual Rhythm and Booms firework show, with our toes just dipping in Lake Mendota. My one photo is a little lack luster, but seeing those big starbursts reflected in the water was just magical.
Then Sunday, lots and lots of sanding, priming and scheming for these upcoming projects. Yikes, when it is all together...looks a little overwhelming.
An all new Confectionique market is this Sunday, July 11th, and I am stocking them up with a fresh crop of upcycled items. I am also, just 4 weeks away from the show that started off this whole adventure last year. The Atwood Summerfest July 31. This year, I am planning to kick it up even more with inventive re-uses for the unwanted, including lamps, benches and of course chairs. (I'll be sure to post some sneak peeks as the weeks pass.)
And finally, speaking of exciting reveals....while walking by the capital square here in Madison, I saw a very appetizing new banner. Francesca's al Lago opening soon ! If you are familiar with the family of Mia Francesca restaurants in Chicago, you know of their mouthwatering pastas and other Italian delights. (image)
When I was in Wicker park last month, my sis and I dined at one of their newer restaurants, Francesca's Forno and seriously had one of the best meals I have had in awhile. Handmade squash ravioli with pine nuts, fresh ricotta with honey and peppercorns... just fantastic! If this new venture is anything like their other spots, Madison is in for a real treat.....and will see Nate & I dining there very soon. I hear mid July. Sante !
For not making any plans, I say we sure did soak up the opportunities. What did your holiday weekend look like ?
3 comments:
Sounds like you had a fabulous weekend! Dusty and I also did our fair share of junking this holiday weekend and will be posting our finds soon. Love all of the stuff you found, have fun painting:)~Elisa
Wow! Your holiday weekend sounds wonderful! I didn't do anything special (I guess I'm getting old).
The fireworks on the water does look magical, but so does that pile of chippy spindles! Have fun with those.
Midge
what fun! those antique spindles are gorgeous.
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