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Wardrobe Update

It's over a year ago now Ruby and I found this crusty old wardrobe at St Vinnies and decided it was exactly what we were looking for. Okay, it's getting close to two years ago this Easter and the eggs have already begun arriving in the shops. Anyway - here it is...and I LOVE it. It was a smart decision to leave it in the Magic Garage. I doubt I could have done anything like the job the elves did, let alone even finishing the job at all. Let me just say that the photos don't do it justice at all. It's made Ruby's bedroom comolete. BEFORE:

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Getrealmommy said…
Can't wait to see your work! Post soon!
Michelle said…
Cannot wait to see. I looked at this too and thought of signing my 7 year old up for it. He loves to draw. Maybe next year. good luck and have fun with it too.
Unknown said…
Hi! Thanks for the link. :)

Happy to meet another Canberra Sketchbook Project participant. Looking forward to see what you do with it.
this would be intimidating. i like your approach tho! have fun sketching :)

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