I replied.
Ut, oh!
There it laid on the ground partially propped up by one of it's former legs
and the rest covered in leaves and dirt.
The photo above is after the dirt was cleaned off.
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Since we had already committed to take it, it would be
ungracious to not haul it away.
We learned it was sitting outside for about three years.
Are you still sure you want it?
Feeling confident in my sweetie's skills.
Maybe, too confident.
Sure!
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I think it was partly due to my not wanting to see a slice of
nautical history left out in the elements another day until
it simply rotted away....eventually.
The old varnish is about 1/8" thick at least
and is likely the reason it hadn't yet.
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Did I mention it weighs a ton?
I think it would make a neat dining table. I'm not sure our old house can handle the weight in the dining room
Maybe the kitchen, that part is on a slab foundation.
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If we had a
(It measures 29" x 59")
No clue when it will get done but, I'll keep you posted
should there be any progress.
There it laid on the ground partially propped up by one of it's former legs
and the rest covered in leaves and dirt.
The photo above is after the dirt was cleaned off.
.JPG)
Since we had already committed to take it, it would be
ungracious to not haul it away.
We learned it was sitting outside for about three years.
Are you still sure you want it?
Feeling confident in my sweetie's skills.
Maybe, too confident.
Sure!
.JPG)
I think it was partly due to my not wanting to see a slice of
nautical history left out in the elements another day until
it simply rotted away....eventually.
The old varnish is about 1/8" thick at least
and is likely the reason it hadn't yet.
.JPG)
Did I mention it weighs a ton?
I think it would make a neat dining table. I'm not sure our old house can handle the weight in the dining room
Maybe the kitchen, that part is on a slab foundation.
.JPG)
If we had a
(It measures 29" x 59")
No clue when it will get done but, I'll keep you posted
should there be any progress.
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24 comments:
that would make an awesome table......can't wait to see what you do with it...
Very interesting. Looking forward to see what you do with it!
Well i am sure you will make something spectacular.. maybe an outdoor table? Lovely that Hubby knows you so well...
Have a fab week xxx Julie
OMG I just saw one in perfect shape in our local Salvation Army!! My Mom was with me and I pointed it out to her smiling because we had the exact same one in our family room growing up!!!
Should I go get it?
It reminds me of the 70's :)
my oh my you are ambitious! But I have complete faith in you... do keep us posted!
oxo
Wow, THAT is
super cool and
I'm bet your hubby
is right ~ if anyone
can turn this into
something great, it's
YOU! Love to see how
it turns out!
xx Suzanne
Simply cant´t stop smiling..
I would SO have loved to see your face when you saw 'the big treasure' that you so willingly accepted..
He he
I send you my best wishes and supports - and look forward to see more pics of your ( coffee-table?) project!
Loppe
ps
Would it be okay if I link to your blog ?
I think it is rather GREAT!
Feel free to say NO, and I´ll remove it immediately!
Loppe
I'm new to your blog and will be checking back to see how your project is progressing! Best of luck!
Rita my dear,
I say go for it!!! You know I would!
I love your inspiration for it, and its rustic look is in its best form. Im telling you I cannot wait to see the out come of it. I also love that you showed us your great find, even if you have no idea what it will become at this point.
Thank you for sharing your boat treasure.
xx
Dore
Well, to tell you the truth, I would have picked that up too! Can't wait to see what kind of transformation you do with it.
-marie
I'm sure you will put it to stylish use, Rita! xx
there you go again, unearthing wonderful junk!!
Like the others, I will wait anxiously to find out what you did with it! It's awesome!
Wow! cool project...one I wouldn't mind taking on...so much historical context is inviting.
Awesome Treasure! It looks like it still has some life left in it that's for sure.Best of Luck! Will be watching.~Cheers Kim
Most definitely a cool find, despite being quite a piece of work.
so cool- and totally the kind of muddle i get into, myself! Looking forward to seeing it pop up on the blog sometime in the future in its refurbished glory...
I would see an outdoor table in my future!!!
Love it!!
Can't wait to see what you decide:)
Ohhhhh! THIS is going to be interesting!!! :)
xoxo laurie@heavens-walk
I think this will be a great table, too~ I'm looking forward to seeing what you do with it!
Good morning, Rita!Thank you for coming to visit with me to have a Creamsicle moment! And your project here is a courageous attempt! I never would have thought of taking this piece and doing something with it, but I am sure that your DB is going to make something wonderful. I am anxious to see what happens to it! Thanks so much for stopping by! Anita
Ooh please don't give up on the door. I love it! A table is a wonderful idea. Years ago, I used an old door to make a headboard for a bed.
That would make a fabulous table, and what a conversation piece it would be.. Awesome!
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