Why exactly do I spend time up-cycling vintage items?

I have been having fun finding and up-cycling vintage wood boxes. The "hunt" is definitely part of the fun. It is amazing what can be...

One of my vintage cigar boxes has been up-cycled just in time for Spring. Or at least we are hoping for Spring here in Sandy, OR. We had...

I love to paint in 3D - especially wood boxes. I find them challenging and in addition to being decorative, they have a variety of uses...