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I have been on a mission lately. I want a table for our upstairs hallway. Just something simple that can hold a flower arrangment or a plant, a photo or a lamp. Not really sure actually. I needed to get the table before going any further. I was feelin' lucky and there are a couple of flea markets that I drive past on my way home, so we decided to check them out on Saturday. It was like heaven! It brought back fond memories of all the antique shops I had access to when I lived in Wisconsin.

We browsed the flea market looking for little treasures, but mostly a table. It didn't take long before I found just what I was looking for. It was a small table tucked in the corner of a booth and it just caught my eye. I inspected further and realized it was a sewing machine table - complete with foot pedal and instruction booklet. There was a small note saying the sewing machine did work. The best part though - it is only $12. I couldn't believe it. Oh happy day!
Mind you - I don't sew, but I was instantly captivated by this sewing table and had visions of halloween costumes for Ian and window treatments for our home. The truth is I made a pillow in 7th grade and a sweatshirt in 8th grade for my Home Ec class. With the assistance of my aunt, I made a veil for Aris when she got married. That's it. Window treatments are more realistic than halloween costumes, but we'll see. My Mom has made me many wonderful things with her sewing expertise, but I never really picked up on it. I know the concepts of sewing and think I could figure it out, if I only knew how to operate the sewing machine. Ha! My Mom will be here on Thursday and I am hoping she can give me a crash course. Once I figure out how to work it, I want to make covers for our sofa throw pillows. The sofa needs a boost!
We had a fun afternoon at the flea markets. There were so many things I could have splurged on, but I stayed focused on the task at hand. I will save the other goodies for another day. We found an old school desk that I really wanted to get for Ian. I had to pass it up because it was $45, but it was ever so cute. I settled for a picture...
After a fun day of antique shopping, we headed home to get ready for visitors. We invited our friends over who have a 2.5 year old daughter and 6 month old twin boys. Whoa! We had a nice time, but I was exhausted by the time they left. I have no idea what I am in for. I did get some good ideas on childproofing though. I can't imagine having 3 kids under the age of 3. I am sure you just take it in stride or go crazy. We enjoyed hanging out with them though and look forward to getting together every now and then. Once they headed home, it was time to get Ian ready for bed. He is all about the routine - dinner, bath, put on the pj's and a night cap. He moved into his big boy tub this week. He isn't sure how he feels about it yet, but we love it!