Hearths and hearts

So how did I forget to blog about myfireplace upcycle?!

I bought this off an eBay auction for something like £20 complete with fire. 

It was in mint condition but the dark wood just wouldn't do. 

So it got the JJ home made chalk treatment!

When it was finished, I highlighted the detailing with dark wax:

You can see it beginning to take effect here. I was trying to match the look of my French style mantel clock:

Tada:

The previous fireplace that you've seen in countless other blogs was now rehomed in my dining room:

I know this was a few months ago but I blush to think that I STILL haven't secured it into the wall :O

Oh well, it looks ok for now :)

Toodles x