Rosebud Part 3

On Friday last week I took another drive east out to Rosebud to add some more merchandise to my little corner in the mercantile.

I know that I say it every time I drive that way, but as the seasons change, the views change and remain spectacular. Going west is so beautiful with the Rockies in view, but there is something about the prairies on the way to the Badlands. I really love the vistas with the canola blooming right now.

I may have overdone it with the photos.... :)

The road into Rosebud:

Here is my "Summer Collection" on display:

If you follow me on Facebook, I do have a few more individual pictures of the items I added this last trip. If you have any questions, please contact me and I can do my best to get you the information on what you are interested in.

Enjoy your day!

Monday Listing

I am back from a very relaxing, but quick weekend away in Fernie, BC. I love going to the mountains and spending time with my family and friends. It helps to energize the rest of my week!

I have enjoyed the response to the pieces I have listed with bold colour choices. It is such a fun way to introduce a little interest to your space. Definitely NOT cookie cutter decorating! These pieces are more neutral in colour, but I think they are still a way to add a punch of character to your space.

Today I am late as I was having a few problems getting photos to upload but I think I have things straightened out. Fingers crossed!

Not Your Grandma's Curio Cabinet
{*SOLD*}

This is a bit of a change of pace from what I normally do. It was in pretty rough shape and frankly, very ugly and dated. What a difference a shabby makeover makes! I love the white and very distressed edges! The details are so pretty and I like the french country vibe it gives now.

The entire back is mirrored and reflects everything displayed inside. The glass is in excellent shape and the light works so beautifully. I love this for displaying a little collection or just some pretty items.

With the light on or off, it looks so great!

It measures:

70.5 inches high
23.75 inches wide
12 inches deep

Magazine and Book Case
{*SOLD*}

This is an usual piece, but so functional! It is not very deep, but is a great way to display your magazines or books in a way that makes them easy to identify. I think it would work great in kitchen for recipe books too. It is a sturdy little bookcase and has been painted black and very lightly distressed.

It measures:

39.25 inches high
20 inches wide
6 inches deep

Grey Twin Tables
{$90/set}

This is a simple set of side tables. They are a good size and and a nice height too. I like the look of a matching set together to use as a coffee table, but these would work well as side tables flanking a couch or love seat or even as night tables on either side of a bed. 

They are painted a creamy grey and the subtle details are highlighted with some light distressing. 

 It is not always easy to find a matched set of tables, so I am  selling these together.

Each table measures:

21 inches high
17 inches wide
29 inches long

As always, if you are interested in any of these items, they are available on a first come, first served basis. Please contact me through email at lisabaron70@gmail.com or by text 403.700.0877. I love the feedback and emails from readers who love these second chance pieces as much as I do!

Rosebud Mercantile Delivery Day!

How many Timbits can a person eat in an hour while driving? The answer is that you DO NOT WANT TO KNOW. Just know that it is probably far, far too many.... ugh.


The hour25 selection was a bit light at Rosebud so it was time to take another trip out east to re-stock. It was a beautiful morning today and nice to drive while it was still cool. I just wanted to share a few of the pieces that I added with you...

This is a great dresser that I painted the popular turquoise. I did the drawers in a patchy style with some pretty scraps which I think turned out quite nicely.

The leaner ladder is new and I did up a few more BookPage Wreaths.

Lemony Snicket BookPage Wallflower

This is a more traditional wreath using sacred choral music and a little leftover (non-pasted) wallpaper.

I used the bookcover for the base of these "Wallflowers" and stacked the "petals" to cover it so it ends up looking a little like a flower. This one is pretty large ~ I used a vintage book called Yearbook of Agriculture 1949. There are a few cool illustrations peeking through that I like.

This is an old window frame which had glass in very nice condition. I added chalkboard paint to the centre so that the background would still show through. It is large and will make an interesting statement in a kitchen or entryway. I love this piece!

I did up a few little side tables and some small wooden bowls and some small chalkboards too. The midcentury style table is painted the same coral colour as the dresser I sold this week. It is really pretty! I am looking for another piece to use it on!


I like the little 6-sided table with the caning on the bottom too. The legs are very pretty and interesting with all the details distressed.

I made up a few more wire frames and added little clothespins with vintage bookpages on them to fancy them up a bit. I will definitely do more of those ~ they are so charming and cute!

Speaking of charming and cute, my daughter came along today and I paid her in Timbits (the ones I didn't eat...). She is very helpful with setting things out and holding doors. 


I am excited to have these pieces installed and ready for purchase! Let me know what you think if you are in the area ~ I love feedback!

For Sale!

Starting this week, I will be offering a few pieces for sale on my blog on Mondays. These are pieces that will be available exclusively here until Thursday. If they have not sold, I will list them on Kijiji. I try to only create and sell things that I would want to have in my home ~ to be honest I would keep most things if I had the room! My goal is to upcycle ugly and unwanted things into something beautiful and desirable while adding affordable character to your home. Items are sold on a cash basis and pick up is in Airdrie, Alberta within 10 days. I would love to hear your feedback... 


Here we go! 




Dining Room Table
{Reduced! $120}

This table is super sturdy and would work well as a desk too. I love the chunky legs and subtle detail. It fits 4-6 chairs comfortably.

59" long

35.25" wide

29.5" high

Shabby Trellis Coffee Table
{sold}

This coffee table is a sweet size and would be perfect at the end of a bed as well as tucked in front of your couch. It has extra storage with a lower shelf and very cute trellis detail on each side.

36" long

18" wide

16.5" high

Pair of Jade Tables
{sold}

I love these tables together as a coffee table. I went with a bolder colour as they have very simple lines and make a fun statement together this way. A version of this colour is showing up everywhere this spring and can work well with almost any colour scheme in your decor. They are fun to style as they really grab attention! They would work great as side tables or as night stands too. 


I used the Benjamin Moore Advance Paint on these so they have a hard, slightly glossy finish with no distressing. I was inspired by the cover of the current issue of Country Living.

The colour of these tables is very similar and I think that grouping smaller tables together can be so versatile and looks more interesting.

22" long

18" wide

18.5" high

(each table)

If you are interested in any of these, contact me at: 


lisabaron70@gmail.com
or call/text me at 403.700.0877