Hello and welcome! I am so very glad you are here. My name is Kat and I am the girl behind Rose City Vintage Workshop Co. I am a simple girl with wanderlust in my heart who loves finding beauty wherever I go and if it involves junking or crafting it is guaranteed that I am some how involved. Rose City Vintage Workshop Co. (formerly known as The Girl with the Red Balloon) ... Read More about About
2024 WorkBench Conference was one for the books. That WorkBenchCon afterglow is real. It's a whirlwind of a weekend, but oh! so worth everything. Am I still in recovery from the weekend? Absolutely! ... Read More about That WorkBenchCon AfterGlow
Some days luck finds you and a project just lands in your neighbor's yard trash pile. Driving to breakfast a few Sundays ago, I found one of those willow looking trees that was once a floor light ... Read More about DIY Spooky Tree
Within the last year, I have really gotten into working with epoxy. It is quite an addictive and expensive hobby, but so much fun. For several years now I have been collecting vintage keys and never ... Read More about Skeleton Key Cutting Board
Have a little one learning how to keep their balance? Learn how to make this easy DIY balance beam that will be perfect for any child's playtime. My precious niece is practicing her balance so her BAE ... Read More about DIY Balance Beam
I know it has been quite quiet around the blog for the last several months. It has been a hard last few months for sure. I lost my very best girl. Have you ever lost a very beloved fur baby? If you ... Read More about The Hardest Goodbye
Flannel, falling leaves, and pumpkins, oh my! It is getting closer and closer to my favorite season and I am not walking, but running towards it. I know I am not normal. Normal people absolutely love ... Read More about Always Time for Pumpkin Pie
It's not about what it is. It's about what it can become! - Dr. Seuss Whew! This has been the project in the making. I started this project just before moving from Tallahassee to Atlanta. It sat ... Read More about Repurposed Headboard
It may still be 90 degrees, but it is August and schools have started back so in my mind we are well on our way to fall. It is just around the corner and I find that good enough reason to decorate all ... Read More about DIY Buffalo Check Sign
A few years ago I got a Silhouette for Christmas. I wanted a cutting machine to do all the crafts. I had seen what amazing crafts could be made and I could not wait to get one. The honeymoon phase was ... Read More about Easy Infusible Ink Onesie
I have been blogging on and off for awhile now. If you have followed along with me for any length of time you know I am kind of inconsistent. Okay, okay, very inconsistent. This year I really wanted ... Read More about Favorite Haven Moments
One small step for child, one giant step for all adults who no longer have to pick up and hold a growing toddler at the sink. Last weekend I built an easy DIY step stool for my niece to use in my ... Read More about Easy DIY Step Stool
Nashville is definitely one of my favorite cities to date. If you have been following me for a little bit here you may realize I have quite a few Nashville posts. There is just so much history and fun ... Read More about George Dickel Whisky Tour
Nashville has easily become one of my favorite cities to visit. With so many things to do and see...and eat it is not a mystery as to why. If you are visiting Nashville anytime soon, here is a list ... Read More about Top 10 Favorite Nashville Spots
All children are artists. The problem is how to remain an artist once he grows up -Pablo Picasso I believe that is so true. ... Read More about DIY Crayon Holder
If you have been following me lately on Instagram you may know I have been working on a bedroom project DIY. I have teased and teased and had a few blunders along the way, but the day you may or may ... Read More about The Bedroom Project Reveal
Happy Friday everyone! Spring is officially in full bloom. Flowers, flowers, flowers everywhere. You're going to need somewhere to arrange those beautiful flowers. Maybe you already have unused pots ... Read More about Upscale Your Flower Pots
Happy Throwback Thursday, friends! I hope everyone is enjoying some lovely spring weather finally (despite the high pollen count). I thought the groundhog had lied this year and we were doomed for an ... Read More about Exploring Atlanta Botanical Garden
Mondays are already hard enough so why would I add to your Monday struggles! As someone who also works a full-time job, I know the Monday struggle is very real. Thus, I have one of the easiest, if not ... Read More about Easy DIY Serving Tray
Well, well, well! Look what finally decided to show up? A DIY post. I bet you were asking does she even do DIY projects anymore? The answer is yes. I was on a little hiatus, but the DIYs are making a ... Read More about DIY Home Sign
A few weeks ago I spent my week eating my way through Carmel, Indiana. I flew up to Carmel for work. My co-workers on my team work remotely from several different locations around the U.S. so we all ... Read More about Travel | Eating My Way Through Carmel Day 3
I have been trying really hard to put some money away in my savings account like a good girl. Needless to say, I have been trying my best to stay away from Target, or basically any craft store. This ... Read More about My Favorite Spring Finds
A few weeks ago I spent my week eating my way through Carmel, Indiana. I flew up to Carmel for work. My co-workers on my team work remotely from several different locations around the U.S. so we all ... Read More about Travels | Eating My Way through Carmel Day 2
Wild and Three is she. My precious niece, the other girl with the red balloon turned three yesterday. She is my boo through and through and there is nothing that this BAE (Best Aunt Ever) would not do ... Read More about Wild and Three | The Other Girl with the Red Balloon
What did you do last week? Me? I spent my week eating my way through Carmel, Indiana. I flew up to Carmel last Wednesday for work. My co-workers on my team work remotely from several different ... Read More about Travels | Eating My Way through Carmel Day 1
Collect moments not things or so some say. Why not collect both while exploring Ponce City Market? This past Saturday, my sister and I spent a fun afternoon hanging out and eating our way through ... Read More about Atlanta Adventures| Exploring Ponce City Market
Roses are red, violets are blue, whatever, chocolate is so much better for you. Make your friends, family, or co-workers melt with this DIY S'MORE worthy Valentine. Items Needed: Small plastic ... Read More about A S’MORE Worthy Valentine
Nashville is definitely one of my favorite cities to date. If you have been following me for a little bit here you may realize I have quite a few Nashville posts. There is just so much history and fun things to see and do in and around the city. I love to find new things … Read More about George Dickel Whisky Tour
Nashville has easily become one of my favorite cities to visit. With so many things to do and see…and eat it is not a mystery as to why. If you are visiting Nashville anytime soon, here is a list of my personal top 10 favorite Nashville spots you must visit. 1.) The Pharmacy | Burger … Read More about Top 10 Favorite Nashville Spots
A few weeks ago I spent my week eating my way through Carmel, Indiana. I flew up to Carmel for work. My co-workers on my team work remotely from several different locations around the U.S. so we all gathered in Indy to come together to share ideas. Well, that and eat! Eating my way through … Read More about Travel | Eating My Way Through Carmel Day 3
