Do you ever think you're the queen of the craft world an experienced crafter and give an honest opinion that you find out is later NOT appreciated?
Well, I did and it changed the whole look of Kelli's master bedroom she is currently redoing to surprise her working-out-of-the-country hubby.
D'oh!
Let me explain... Kelli started a hot conversation via our FB regarding a dresser she found on Craigslist and had big plans for. I know you've all seen the latest in furniture revamping, which Kelli has successfully pulled off, 2-tone paint:
Yeah, she's pretty darn good :)
Anyway, she called this morning and excitedly explained her findings in a furniture eBook she read and wanted to try the euro paint style on her new piece...
After she asked my opinion (because, after all, I think I'm the queen of the craft world an experienced crafter, remember?} I immediately dismissed the idea because I was unfamiliar with the technique and tend to be more traditional than Kelli's bold style. I was WAY too honest on how I would treat the piece if it were mine but of course, ended with a sincere but-do-what-you-want, (aka: don't blame me if you actually take my advice.)
Not thinking much about our earlier convo, I checked out the FB and while ACTUALLY LOOKING at the piece, I texted her to encourage her to try the technique...
She then explains it's not working out the way she planned... and that she was now completely frustrated.
D'oh!
I was so embarrassed!
I wanted to run next door to Kelli's and throw a bucket of paint thinner over her dresser and help her paint it the way she originally planned before I opened my big mouth.... then I remembered I moved 3 hours away and Kelli's stuck with a piece of furniture she went over her average Craig's budget to purchase and is not completely in love with anymore :(
So now, we're both frustrated.
Does that ever happen to you?
Maybe sometimes? Oh, no?
Okay good... because I felt like a royal idiot!
Sigh. Thanks for letting me vent.
(And publicly apologize to Kelli! Sorry sis!)
If she forgives me AND finishes the dresser, you will see it on here soon ;)
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Well, we'll see you this evening for our link party & features... pretty cute stuff being strutted, I might add!
See ya then.
XOXO
Awww...you both are so sweet! It'll all work out, don't worry, and I can't wait to see the results!
ReplyDeleteWell thanks Tonia. For the record, when I showed Kristi my stencil wall via cell phone pic she said "I hate it! It's SO 70's!! Ohmygosh what're you gonna do?! You'll have to re-paint ASAP!!" and at first I listened and started to panic. Then I gathered opinions from friends who disagreed with Kris. And my hubby loved the wall from the get-go too.
ReplyDeleteSo see Kristi? Being older doesnt mean being wiser. I'm sure the dresser will turn out fine...if not I'll save it for YOU to refinish when you're back in the valley! ;)
A.- You think I am boring kris?! Wow that hurts lol. I like to think of myself as SIMPLE. You are in big trouble sis ;) Besides we are basically the SAME when it comes to our style so you just called yourself boring too Hee Hee Hee
ReplyDeleteAnd B.- Kel why didn't you call me!!!! I would have loved to help you! And I am not 3 hours away.... Only 3 mins!!! I am going to stop by later this morning to see what you have done in there. And no worries.... I will not open my big mouth (lol kris!!!)
I so-o-o- love your site. Sister's give one another honest opinions. I hadn't seen the Euro style, I like it. On the other hand maybe she should have by passed you advice and tried the Euro style, she could have always painted over it, Now she would have to do some stripping away of white paint. If it is Latex it wouldn't be too bad, but I know how you feel and sister too. The good thing is you are freinds as well as sister's so there is a lot of love and forgiveness (I hope)
ReplyDeleteHoly family feud on the blog! hahah San you are plain or simple. but we we love you anyway. Kris she can always repaint. so why NOT try something new? Kell go for it. IF you hate it repaint it. love you guys
ReplyDeleteSo funny! I could sit back and read this between the three of you all day. I have four sisters so I know how this goes. Although, you guys are way nicer!
ReplyDeleteHahahhh. That made me giggle. Sister!!! =]
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