hmmm....

I have been searching for the perfect sideboard type piece of furniture for my dining room since we painted it. (I am also getting a new table and chairs but haven't pulled the trigger on that one yet!) Apparently it takes me a while to actually get things done (remember yesterday's post? Speaking of which, thanks to Andi for finding me a pattern so I don't have to use the dreaded protractor!)
Do you remember my dining room? Honestly, how could you forget since it's the only room I dare ever show you! In case you forget, here are some refresher pics...(humor me people)

Anywho...I have been searching and searching. You all know my love for Cassie's amazing work. She has been on the lookout for me for a while for something that might fit my needs. I really would like a dresser or chest of drawers instead of a real sideboard. Something like these:

Top two images from Cassie at www.primitiveandproper.com

Bottom  four images from Centsational Girl

I am really leaning toward a feminine looking French-ish piece. I think it will be a nice juxtaposition to the rest of the furniture in my house. 

Well, low and behold, my parents have something that might just do! When I was there the other week, my mom reminded me of some chests that they have had in their house since they were married! So, it's not french, but it has some neat details. Use your imagination and think of Cassie's handiwork!

Please don't mind the basement storage area...there are two chests

Do you see the cool details? So, while they aren't french and curvy and girly, they definitely have some neat detail to them. What do you think, Cass. (Are you reading this???)

The only problem...they are in Massachusetts and I am in Virginia. My parents are not planning on driving down again until this summer. I've waited this long, right????