Hi Everyone!

It's been a few weeks since my last post, so I figured I'd share what I've been up to with Second Chance Art & Accessories, and a few personal things.

I have finished up 5 art projects for Osteria Ottimo, a great new Italian restaurant in Orland Park. I've included a few pictures of 3 of the pieces.... at the time I took these, I was delivering 2 more - so they were not yet up on the wall.

Want to check out the art? Get yourself some great Italian food, and go see for yourself! I've been there for dinner twice so far - the food is excellent!

Osteria Ottimo: 16111 S. lagrange Rd., Orland Park, IL (708) 403-3366; check out the article below for more info.
http://www.frankfortstation.com/Articles-c-2009-01-30-190929.112113_Not_your_everyday_Italian_Ostertia_Ottimo.html


This mirror is to the left of the bar, close to the area where the antipasto trays are prepared. Antipasto is definitely a specialty here. Check out the vintage look slicer that is used when you order an antipasto tray!

You'll have to dine in & ask what this really means.... Something about God & water, man & wine.... (painted on a rustic old door section)

This is an old 2 pane storm window, that I've refinished with dark stain to help guide patrons to the restrooms. By the way, the restrooms are worth checking out - fantastic trough sink & tile work!

Aside from the projects for Osteria Ottimo, I've been searching for great art "ingredients" on ebay. I also took a trip to the Kane County Flea Market.. but to my dismay, it was not happening the weekend I thought. Hmmmmm... much disappointment, but somehow I got my wires crossed.

So - I drowned my sorrows at Island Girl Salvage (below). I picked up some great old paneled doors for future artwork. If you haven't visited this place, it's worth checking out.

http://www.islandgirlsalvage.com/

Here's the latest on our own personal adventure - our "new" old house. We had victory over cottage cheese on this bedroom ceiling. When installing ductwork, big chunks of it fell down all over, so we hired some drywall folks to fix it for us. Here's the before shot:

Yay! Cottage cheese no more! Ready for paint:

I couldn't resist adding this picture, of my little border collie, Olive. She's an overachiever, & decided to clean out the last 2 pieces of dog food from the bottom of the bag.

Next up for Second Chance Art & Accessories: continuing my research process for options on having my website redone, applying to shows for 2009, and making inventory! Much is in the works...stay tuned! Confirmed shows for this year so far: Oak Brook Center Fine Craft Invitational (July 11-12), One of a Kind Show & Sale (Dec. 3-6).

thanks for stopping by - :) Amy