Hello, my name is Rita, and I am addicted to reconditioning junk.

It's official. I stood up, and finally confessed to everyone (when I say everyone, I mean the people in my house that are approximately an ear shot away).... that I am an addict. I sit for hours looking at Craigslist for things that nobody wants, I go to all the local thrift stores to get the items people no longer saw the good in. I am going to hit the flea market this weekend just to see other peoples junk. I don't know why, but it's consuming my thoughts. I keep thinking of all the different ways I can use the things I get, and that I get so cheaply!

For instance, here is a old dresser that I picked up at the thrift store. It's gorgeous to me. The antique knobs and handles, the beautiful lines on the legs, and the best part...it's SOLID wood. They don't make furniture like this anymore! I bought this piece for $18.00!

I plan on reconditioning this piece into a dinning room buffet table. It's the perfect size. I will show you the finished product as soon as I am finished with it.

I also picked up this vintage, solid oak table:

 I really liked the look of it. I didn't want to change it much so I cleaned it up really well and used it as my entry table. I think it looks adorable.

I want to distress the coat rack shelf a bit, but I couldn't find the sandpaper. I need to make a run to Lowes again!

Our house is finally getting a bit of charm to it. I hope I can stop my addiction before I get it too charming!