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Today's purged item represents a common reason I hold onto things: repurposing or reusing or redecorating with them.
I have watched too many DIY shows and read too many DIY blogs. I would see something like today's purged item and say, "But I could..." and "it just needs..." And you know, sometimes, I actually have repurposed something or spray painted it. I usually don't though. That stuff takes time. It's fun. It's creative. I feel good about those projects (usually). I'm just not always honest with myself about whether or not I'll actually complete them.
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It was once a nice, antique green color, but I painted it (with paint I had on hand, I felt just like Sherry Petersik). It didn't turn out quite right. I had plans to try again with antique silver, maybe a rub and buff, but I'm letting this go now. It's too darn heavy to put back on the mantel. If my kids knocked this off, they'd get a serious concussion, if not worse. I'm lucky that didn't happen while it was up!
It's okay to try, and it's okay to say good-bye.
Have you purged any DIYed items lately?
