A Quick & Easy Project

Aren't those the best kind?  You know, those little projects that you don't have to spend hour after hour on.  That give (almost) instant gratification?  I sure love 'em!

So today I thought I'd share with you one of my latest quick and easy re-dos!

A vintage wooden napkin holder with a neat "cafe" graphic!

Of course, she didn't start out looking that pretty!  Oh, no!  As soon as I spotted her at a church rummage sale, I just knew that a makeover was in order.  While I thought she was kind of attractive in her "before" state, she was looking a bit tired and dated!

So, a bit of sanding, followed by priming and my favorite creamy dreamy white, and viola!

She was given a new lease on life!

Don't you just love the "cafe" graphic?  I found it over at the Graphics Fairy, and have used it for quite a few projects.  All I did was print it out, cut around the details, and Mod Podge it to the front.  Easy, peasy!

Oh, I almost forgot to mention that I distressed around the edges a bit to give her that "aged over time" look!

I'm giving her to one of my friends for part of her birthday gift.  I love trying to think of little gifts that aren't only practical, but good looking as well!

So next time you spot something while out thrifting that's looking a bit worse for wear, remember that a little paint and decoupage can give it a new lease on life!