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<br>frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.comBlogger133125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-80356571190343154982014-11-07T10:53:00.000-05:002014-11-07T11:16:15.914-05:00Fall Decorating Ideas: Inspired by Leaves<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Raking leaves may not be an exciting task, but using leaves in creative ways is always quite fun. I enjoy fall and the changing colors, so <b>using leaves indoors</b> is a simple way to introduce those seasonal colors into your living space. <i>Find inspiration in LEAVES!</i><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Pin leaves to throw pillows (visit the main site to see more!)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Use natural elements to create indoor autumn table displays of earthy color.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Display leaves in vintage bottles.</td></tr>
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<br />frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-63673174180870844342014-10-29T18:24:00.000-04:002018-03-01T10:40:22.384-05:00Diamond in the Rough: Foreclosed PropertyI'm always on the search for great properties, and foreclosures are super ways to get your hands on a home that may otherwise be out of your price range.<br />
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I recently happened upon a property that has me considering a move. I find myself in this predicament a lot lately, as I have been wanting to move for the past year or two now. Great places disappear quickly if you don't act quickly. With that in mind, I decided to post some pics of this great property, so I can stare at them and maybe make a decision before it's too late.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Super style. Yep, the roof leaks and there is some interior damage from it. <br />
Nothing too involved or costly to fix, however.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I love the distance from the main road; it is much needed since the road gets a bit more traffic than I desire.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The proximity to the backyards of neighboring homes. I always take this in to consideration. A row of evergreens would surely remedy this view and provide a more cozy, private environment. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I wanted to make sure the place had cable versus satelite only. I was impressed with the massive outdoor lighting transformer.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Right side view. A large rear deck area with built-in bar. Main "side" entry to home.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Sloped backyard, but nice wooded side of property - both left and right.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The back portion with the skylights is actually a large screened-in room. French doors connect it to the main home.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The left-side: This is the lone bedroom on the main floor.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">More of the screened in room: perfect for family get-togethers and eating "outside" without the hassle of insects!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The cool "cabana area" with built-in tiled bar top. A super spot for guests to hang.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I love practicality and this built-in bench utilizes this space well. Perfect outdoor seating.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Other side of the bar. Great lantern-style light over the area which is repeated among the rest of the outdoor lighting.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Inside the screened-in back room. Love the skylights and fan.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">French doors from the screened-in room to the main living area of the home.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Peeking in the main side door: opens to the kitchen/dining area, hallway and lower-level stairway.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Another view: the main great room with its many windows is seen beyond. <br />
Some plaster damage/debris on the floor from the ceiling/roof leak.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Kitchen: Not huge, but doable. Needs some updating</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">More lantern lighting. I had this style of lighting at my city townhome and always loved the looks of it.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Great Room: Water damage visible on the walls and floor. How sad. <br />
But this place can be made to shine again with a little effort.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The balcony isn't overly functional. I could see placing some plants up there...maybe some "hidden" speakers. <br />
It is mostly aesthetic. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I had to get the awesome over-sized acorn-esque mosaic chandelier in this pic! How cool is that thing?<br />
I took all of these pics through the windows, so they are not the greatest. Wow, what a fireplace! <br />
The stone is so-so; not really what I'd choose, but it works with the style of the home.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Blasted screens! This is the lone bedroom on the main living level. It is listed as a one bedroom home, but I believe a room in the "basement" has already been converted into a bedroom - or easily could be.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Overlooks farmland. I love how the home is up away from the main road. Much more private feeling.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A peek into the bathroom. This herringbone tile pattern runs through the kitchen and hall too. <br />
I actually like the cohesion and style of this flooring throughout.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A view of the left side backyard area. Nice stacked stone landscaped walls to define areas.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I wanted to be sure to get a good shot of the log and "stone" foundation together.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Lots of landscaping potential.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I like this main entry area. Great specimen shrubs and trees have been chosen already.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Trying to get a feel for what it would be like if I lived here - my truck in the drive! Plenty of parking area. No garage but I could see placing a two-door garage right where that grass starts. It would be convenient to drive straight up into it!<br />
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This wonderful item was marked down from $12 to $7.00. How could you go wrong? The rustic heavy-duty hardware alone was worth that! The floor of the chest was a bit loose and a corner slightly damaged, but as a coffee table, it was perfect!</div>
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Other <b>repurposed coffee table photos, like the one below,</b> can be seen there too!</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Simple <a href="http://www.frugal-interior-design.com/crate-coffee-table-tutorial.html" target="_blank">Crate-Style Coffee Table</a> from Scrap Wood</td></tr>
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<br />frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-58957404060849710952014-02-27T08:20:00.000-05:002018-03-01T10:41:48.518-05:00Driftwood Floating ShelfWe'll call this a <b>driftwood floating shelf</b>, but it's not the typical driftwood that comes to mind. A nature walk led me to this rustic relic, almost as though it was begging to be discovered and reused in a new, clever manner.<br />
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I have found and brought home many wonderful pieces of natural driftwood over the years. In fact, I have some huge pieces in storage that I've yet to use. If you walk around my home, you'll find various shapes and sizes propped up in corners and even placed upon tabletops as sculptural artist centerpieces. I have a love for driftwood, there's no denying it.</div>
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From time to time, I find actual "man-made" hewn pieces like this - perfect for rustic furniture, fireplace mantels, or other repurpose projects. In fact, this piece got its first use in my home as a <b>decorative doorway lintel</b>!</div>
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Despite loving the above look, I really wanted to try my hand at creating a floating shelf. It wasn't tough; it just required an hour or so of time and the correct hardware. A nice, simple project that yielded a great look!</div>
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The piece currently resides as the shelf seen above; however, I must confess missing it over that doorway. I wonder if I'd be lucky enough to happen upon its twin on my next nature walk? Let's hope for the best!</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">To see closer views of this piece and to read about the hardware I used to hang it, visit my page on <a href="http://www.frugal-interior-design.com/floating-shelf-ideas.html" target="_blank">Floating Shelf Ideas</a>!</span></div>
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<b><i>LET IT SNOW,</i> said the snowflake tree</b>!!!</div>
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You never know when the mood is going to strike you to go in a different design direction with your holiday tree. I don't know how many sets of ornaments I have for specific color and theme trees but it's a lot. The fun thing is creatively mixing and matching and pulling from those not used for years to create a whole new look.<br />
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The cost of all new decor can add up quickly, especially if you like throwing in those special, more elaborate pieces. Seeing as I wasn't up to spending much money on even more decorations, I began pulling out pieces from years past. Some haven't been used in over 10 years and it was neat to see a theme (so to speak) start taking place. <br />
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Little frosted baubles and specialty lighting wrapped in spheres of silver wire, both from Target . . . icicle ornaments used on various trees . . . <a href="http://www.frugal-interior-design.com/homemade-christmas-ornaments.html" target="_blank">homemade wire and gem ornaments</a> I made two years ago. Yes, I was starting to see a design direction develop in color and them. I knew what I wanted with my icicles . . . SNOWFLAKES! <br />
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Yes, snowflakes. It's been done a million times before but it's always special when you do something "new" to you. I remembered seeing a few large plastic snowflake ornaments at Dollar Tree so decided to check out their larger store closer to the city. Wow, they had a whole little section of snowflake ornaments and related items. For under 10 bucks I hauled home a boatload of snowflake stuff. Big and small, clear and shimmering, dangling and setting within branches. Everything came together nicely (and thanks to my mom for some of her former jeweled and crystal drop elements that she was no longer using - they added to the icy aura of the tree.<br />
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So, don't spend a ton on tree decor. Check out the items at Dollar Tree or other dollar stores and use them as fillers or even pieces to showcase. A mix of new and old can create a whole new look year after year!<br />
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It's no secret . . . <b>Autumn</b> is my favorite season and time of year . . . crisp cool mornings, the smell of leaves, earthy colors abound in nature.
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<b>I went a bit low-key this year, but here are a few of my Autumn-inspired ideas . . . <i>SIMPLE!</i></b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vintage bottles with a few leaves. This is nice to display when having guests over. <br />
However, the look doesn't last since the leaves dry out, so replenish with new leaves daily</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vintage pottery in earthy hues are nice to sit around the kitchen. <br />
Pick up leaves of various shapes and colors that contrast well with your bowl and display them within!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A giant reed diffuser? I guess it could be. An old glass gallon jug displays something <br />
I've never thought to use before - dried stalks from the ubiquitous orange tiger lily.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I never tire of the repurposed chimney pot turned planter. <br />
The Summer blooms of impatiens and begonias have been replaced<br />
with some vibrant yellow mums to usher in the season as well as visitors!</td></tr>
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Autumn colors boldly display against a steel blue front door.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The chimney pots flank the entry with twin mums. Don't have chimney pots? <br />
Get some low-cost galvanized pails at a hardware store for a clean, neat look.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My aunt sent me this pic of a wreath she put together. I love that the entire thing is made<br />
of natural, organic elements: baby Indian corn, small gourds, fallen leaves and a grapevine structure.</td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I hope you have all been enjoying the changing season </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">and have been finding inspiration <b>in the LEAVES!</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">frugal-interior-design - </span><span style="font-size: large;"><a href="http://www.frugal-interior-design.com/autumn-decorating.html" target="_blank">autumn decorating</a></span></div>
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<b>Sharing this at:</b><br />
<a href="http://www.savvysouthernstyle.net/2013/10/wow-us-wednesdays-142.html" target="_blank">Saavy Southern Style - Wow Us Wednesdays</a>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Some "roadside relics" finds their way into my life.<br />
A pair of vintage shutters pose for the camera (a potential idea for their use at the front entry)</td></tr>
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<i>Wow, did I really just see what I thought I saw?</i> I had to do a double-take; not only because they were "twins," but because I was in disbelief that they were sitting out for trash! A pair of <b>vintage wooden solid panel shutters!</b> Yes, solid panel! Louvered ones are fine, but solid are much better in my book as they allow for more uses!<br />
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<b>Vintage Goodness</b></div>
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I have longed for a set of these old shutters (or similar) for quite some time. I typically see them at local antique shops for $45 a piece at the very minimum. I figured one day I'd dish out the $90+ for a set, but now I'm glad I waited! I was having a rather so-so day, but things turned suddenly brighter when I placed these babies in the bed of my truck! <br />
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<b>What a Find!</b></div>
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They have quite the weathered and worn patina with a teal type green on one side and brighter (yet dirty) turquoise in a chalk-type paint on the other. The old hinge and clasp hardware is intact in all its rusty glory!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So, what to do with them?</span></div>
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<b>(So many ideas came to mind!) Should I . . . </b></div>
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- Use them as doors for an open shelf unit?</div>
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- Create horizontal floating shelves on the wall?</div>
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- Build a shelf unit with them?</div>
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- Use them as pieces in a future vintage cabinet build?</div>
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- Hang them as swinging doors between rooms?</div>
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-Hang them as artwork?</div>
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<b>GOSH, this list could go on and on!</b></div>
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<b>For Now, These Vintage Shutters are:</b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">SITTIN PURDY . . . <br />
One of them has found temporary use as an accent to my recent <a href="http://www.frugal-interior-design.com/barn-wood-bench.html" target="_blank">barn wood bench</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">. . . AND, TOPPIN A RUSTIC SHELF<br />
"Number 2" has also found temporary use . . . as a decorative top to my <a href="http://thefrugaltree.blogspot.com/2012/03/chippy-paint-rustic-shelf.html" target="_blank">chippy paint rustic shelf</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The faded green hues of the shelf coordinate with the colors in the family room.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The weather and worn finish ties-in with other rustic elements in the space, like the old<br />
roadside-found <a href="http://thefrugaltree.blogspot.com/2011/11/rainy-day-door.html" target="_blank">vintage wooden door</a> (seen in the background) and the <a href="http://www.frugal-interior-design.com/antique-trunks.html" target="_blank">steamer trunk coffeetable</a>!</td></tr>
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<b>What would you do if you happened upon a pair of vintage shutters such as these? </b></div>
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<a href="http://thecharmofhome.blogspot.com/2013/09/home-sweet-home-135.html" target="_blank">The Charm of Home - Home Sweet Home</a>
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Thanks to Suzanne at Pieced Pastimes for featuring my Shutters! <br />You can read about it here:<br />
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</div>frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com13tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-21141221949722780532013-08-03T18:11:00.000-04:002013-08-29T03:39:06.961-04:00Industrial Spring Book RackWhile visiting an auto scrap yard last weekend, I stumbled upon (quite literally) a large coil spring. The spring was from the front suspension of a full-size truck. While walking around, I began seeing many more. Could I have found the treasure trove of <b>industrial elements to repurpose</b>? I think so! Flywheels and other neat cogs and gears were also littered around the yard, waiting to be reclaimed. So many ideas came to mind...welded sculptures, wall art, table leg ideas, etc.<br />
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After handing over $5.00, I left with my <b>cool industrial element</b> full of character and rusty patina. I enjoy using such items simply as decorative elements much in the manner of <a href="http://www.restorationhardware.com/" target="_blank">Restoration Hardware</a>. I'm often impressed with the creative minds behind their room staging. Many, "why didn't I think of that" thoughts cross my mind in awe when I flip through their sourcebooks. Nonetheless, I'm often impressed when I come up with some clever ideas of my own (who isn't?) <br />
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In its simplest form, this big spring could be displayed on its own as a decorative focal feature. After a day of that, I decided to stand it upright and place it carefully over a cleaned out yankee candle jar with a lit tealight within.<br />
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That look was O.K., but I ultimately decided to give it more of a purpose...as an industrial book rack.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Free books wrapped in brown craft paper and lightly roughed-up with sandpaper unify the look.</td></tr>
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<b>I often see unique items used as industrial and/or rustic bookends, </b></div>
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<b>so why not expand on that idea of propping up books but in a more unique manner?</b></div>
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Although not able to stack or hold a volume of books, my <b>big industrial spring</b> creates a clever tabletop feature similar to the use of a <b>vintage wooden vice </b>for displaying books (below). </div>
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<b>Other ideas for the spring?</b> Well, I could see it spiraled around </div>
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the exterior of my <a href="http://www.frugal-interior-design.com/wine-bottle-light.html" target="_blank">wine bottle pendant light</a>! (click the link to see how I made the light below)</div>
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Can you envision it? I think that would look neat. </div>
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">I guess I need to take another trip to the junkyard soon!</span></b></div>
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<b>Sharing this at:</b><br />
<a href="http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2013/08/party-junk-198-a-diy-link-party.html" target="_blank">Funky Junk Interiors - Party Junk</a>
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<a href="http://www.theshabbycreekcottage.com/2013/08/transformation-thursday-no-219.html" target="_blank">The Shabby Creek Cottage - Transformation Thursday</a>
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<a href="http://www.52mantels.com/2013/08/aquaphor-lip-protect.html" target="_blank">52 Mantels - Thursdays are Your Days</a>
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</div><br />frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-6355074255936914212013-07-28T12:56:00.000-04:002013-07-30T21:32:37.148-04:00Easy Poster Frame Art IdeasThe offices where I work have different colored accent walls. A bright limey green, a dull medium blue, and a peachy-orange. I ended up with peachy-orange. I've been staring at this orange wall for almost a year now. In fact, the wall they painted as the accent was the wrong wall in my opinion. You do not see it when you walk into the room. Instead, you see the other surrounding plain off-white walls, devoid of art and interest.<br />
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I've neglected to repaint it (yes, we can choose one of the other colors and paint it ourselves if we want to). Everybody tells me I need to put something up! So, I finally decided to resolve this "problem" with some artwork. Seeing as I mildly dislike painting even the walls of my own home, I really did not feel the need to undertake that task at work.</div>
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A few months ago, one of my co-workers received a gift that had lots of bright orange tissue paper inside. She was in the process of disposing of the wrappings and paper and I said "Oh wait, I can reuse that!" I took the orange tissue paper home, knowing I would use it somehow to create complimentary artwork for my orange-accented office.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">And here it is!</span></div>
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I have numerous old poster frames from when I was in high school. Yes, they are VERY OLD! They were probably only around $5.00 back then. Now, you can get similar poster frames with much nicer slide on edges and borders of thicker and chunkier dimensions, making them look a bit more expensive and grand. However, I'm quite pleased with the end result of this project and saved some bucks by not "spluring" on the newer frame types. </div>
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Some $0.69 poster board creates the white background for these piece. A leftover piece of black poster board from a previous project creates the next insert which I simply have taped into place, and finally, some prints (copies) I had made on gloss paper of pen/ink art I had done last year. Lest we forget the reuse of the orange accent tissue paper . . . I crinkled it into a ball and then carefully smoothed it back out, folding it into a long narrow band which I wrapped around the backer-board of the poster frame (a 20" x 28") and taped to the backside. </div>
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I actually put this one together first (despite my caption naming and presentation order). This poster frame is actually larger than the other (24" x 36"), so it took (2) pieces of black poster board to create the background color. Once I had those two pieces cut to size and meeting in the center, I taped them in place. Next, I crinkled up the tissue paper, smoothed it out, and folded it into wide bands. I figured out my spacing, wrapped them over the backer-board of the poster frame and taped them in place. More artwork I had done last year was printed out on heavy-stock paper, positioned, and taped into place. I really like the graphic boldness of this piece. I may actually hang this one horizontally. That's the nice thing about this artwork - it can hang in any orientation. </div>
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I can't wait to hang this art at work tomorrow morning. It will be nice to finally pull that orange accent color to the other side of the room through the use of this artwork. I really think it will give the room a whole new feel and the unity it currently lacks. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Here are some of the "before" stages of this art: </span> </div>
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<b>Each of these completed pieces <u>cost less than $10.00!</u></b> Not bad for some custom art! You can create art like this easily. You don't even have to make your own graphic images. You can purchase paper (by the piece) with graphic designs at Michael's to create a similarly styled look and effect. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;"> Now, have some fun and keep it under $10! </span> :-)</div>
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<br/>frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-90448313980406661262013-07-20T14:21:00.001-04:002013-09-07T09:32:11.640-04:00Bottles & Burlap & Baskets (oh my) - My Thrifty FindsA few weekends ago, I visited <a href="http://thefrugaltree.blogspot.com/2013/07/my-day-at-tollbooth-antique-market.html" target="_blank">Tollbooth Antique Market</a>. I saw LOTS of items I wanted but left with one reasonably priced <b>amber bottle</b>. My collection of amber bottles is growing and I'm probably done for a while. I must say, the size of this one grabbed my attention and of course, I could not leave it behind. It stands near 14.5 inches tall. I had never seen one with such height before. For 10 bucks, it was coming home with me.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The smaller one, which my mother found and gave me, is a pretty nice size too. <br />
It looks dwarfed beside my "new" super-tall find!</td></tr>
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I'm not sure if I shared these finds before, but I was at an antique tractor show late last fall and scored the below two items. The amber bottle is very unique and looks handmade. It has unique flaws (such as a slightly bent neck) and plenty of etching and bubbles in the glass. It even has a totally flat bottom which I thought was interesting. It stands tall too (at 13 inches). For a mere $3.00, I grabbed it! The old <b>block n pulley</b> (I've been wanting one of these for ages) was a reasonable $8.00 if I recall. Not bad for some cool vintage finds!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Old wood, metal and glass; my favorite elements!</td></tr>
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After leaving the TollgateAntique Market, I visited another small-town thrift shop in Red Lion, PA called Treasure Trove. It's definitely more "thrift" than "antique" but every now and then you can find some great items, such as this <b>old metal (zinc) basket</b>. The lady who owns the place told me it was an egg basket. I wasn't sure if it truly was, but we'll go with that. I loved its industrial look and knew it could have many uses. With a $2.00 price tag, I claimed my price!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My industrial bin/basket.</td></tr>
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Now, it didn't have that handle, but I thought it needed one. Seeing as I was told it was an egg basket, I figured "why not?" Seems more "basketly" with a handle. I have this older plastic trash pail that I use outdoors to collect leaves and debris as I go around the property. It's been falling apart after many years of hard use and this metal handle recently popped off. I figured I could find a new use for it - - - AND I DID!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">My first use for the basket? Towel storage & display!</td></tr>
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And here is one more item I got months ago but never shared: a <b>burlap sack</b>. I have two now and use them in similar ways. I always look for ones with unique lettering and text. I like how it breaks up all the black of my big sofa by being thrown over the center cushion. It helps the sofa tie in with the vintage wooden elements dotted throughout the space.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Burlap sack as simple throw. <br />
Lots of vintage elements for an industrial look.</td></tr>
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Oh, this sack was $5.00 at Hometown Antiques (aka Angie's Country Corner) in Red Lion, PA. This place has great items, but a bit more pricy and typical of true antique vendors. Now, my second burlap sack (below) was a mere $1.50 at one of our Restore York stores (part of Habitat for Humanity). I actually prefer it to the more "expensive" one because I love the large block lettering and numbers across the center. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Old burlap sack laying over a couch cushion.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Here you see how the black font on the burlap ties in nicely with the <br />
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<b>Anyway, that's it for now. I'm running out of room for my vintage finds! </b></div>
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<b>Until next time, happy treasure hunting!</b></div>
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</div>frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-88674073607922894032013-07-04T10:13:00.001-04:002013-07-04T16:59:10.262-04:00My Day at Tollbooth Antique Market <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I finally decided to venture over to Columbia, PA to check out the <b>Tollbooth Antique Market</b>. Numerous folks have told me how great it was and that has gotten better organized. I was told it had two levels and was inside an old warehouse - (enticing combination) - I envisioned "miles" of vintage finds before my eyes . . . I wasn't disappointed.<br />
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These could definitely fit among the "objects" of the <a href="http://www.restorationhardware.com/" target="_blank">Restoration Hardware</a> catalog. </div>
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I'd prop them both in a corner similarly to how they were placed here.</div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I forget exactly what these were called on the ticket - perhaps factory pulleys of some sort. <br />
I think I need both of them!</td></tr>
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The chippy green chair would be great somewhere on my property too!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I love plain ole paneled windows like these. I've seen them <b>repurposed</b> in so many clever ways. <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I loved this old door. It was some odd creamy/light green color with the old plate hardware (minus knob).<br />
Perfect as a table, hung as art, or hinged to other similar doors to create an indoor or outdoor divider.<br />
(I know folks who would grab that little desk too!)</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I LOVE these old pallet carts. They are quite popular as industrial coffeetables. <br />
I think I'd still consider one as such after seeing this one up close!</td></tr>
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Imagine using these to define a dining area within your home. Or, even using them outside in so many ways - topped with spilling/trailing plants or placed in four corners of a patio as the base for a pergola.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This old bench/pew was super high off the ground. I loved its "grand stature." I'd replace my formal living room sofa (since nobody sits on it) with this. Just add a few cotton and burlap pillows for a relaxed, casual, shabby look!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A neat cubby-shelf. I know many of you like these things. <br />
Not sure how I'd use it in my current home but thought it was very cool!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">I went back to this trunk at least 4 times but left without it cuz I'm simply running out of room. So sad!<br />
This old military wooden trunk was in a flat, faded gray color and had block-stamped identification of its previous owner. I envisioned it on tall legs to create a bar height kitchen table or even on short legs to use as a coffeetable. It had a nice, low-profile height . . . oh, and old leather strap handles!!! <b>Hmmm, if it's there next time . . . </b></td></tr>
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I had a great time and browsed for a good 2 hours or more (I could spend a day in there). They have a little cafe area with homemade baked good and beverages too. The people were very friendly and I'd definitely recommend the place. There were lots of smaller vintage items too but if you know me, you know I'm drawn to certain industrial/rustic elements (glass bottles, rusty hardware and tools, old doors and windows, etc) and I found lots of them here . . .more than I've ever found at any single place in this area. </div>
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I've seen other blogger friends discussing antique markets in their areas and I've always been envious. Now, I finally have a local place of "my own." Check it out if you're in the area! </div>
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<b>Sharing this at:</b><br />
<a href="http://www.theshabbycreekcottage.com/2013/07/transformation-thursday-no-211.html" target="_blank">The Shabby Creek Cottage - Transformation Thursday</a>
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<a href="http://www.frommyfrontporchtoyours.com/2013/07/treasure-hunt-thursday-top-picks.html" target="_blank">From My Front Porch To Yours - Treasure Hunt Thursday</a>
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<a href="http://www.52mantels.com/2013/07/thursdays-are-your-days.html" target="_blank">52 Mantels - Thursdays are YOUR Days!</a>
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frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-62980356778797599472013-06-08T09:52:00.004-04:002013-08-11T09:15:04.554-04:00Reclaimed Barn Beam Bench I finally got around to creating my <b>reclaimed barn beam bench</b>. Truth is, I kind of settled on this as a temporary solution while determining exactly how to use this beam. The result was a bit better than I had planned (at least in my eyes), so it may be pulling duty as a bench/console table for some time.<br />
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My step-father was lucky enough to happen upon someone tearing down a barn and disposing of the wood. He collected many wonderful pieces, this being one of them. When I saw the chunky thickness of the piece, many ideas flooded my head: bar, coffeetable, bench, fireplace mantle. Thankfully, the piece was given to me so I could experiment with my many ideas. The long piece even looked neat propped-up in the corner of a room for a short while.</div>
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The nice thing about this project was the <b>ease of its construction</b>. It's simply a vintage barn beam on supports. Coming up with ideas for legs or a base was problematic at first, but I'm pleased with what I found for this purpose. Of course, the perfect accessories pulled the entire look together and the lower height and narrowness of the piece opened up the space.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">simple, reclaimed <a href="http://www.frugal-interior-design.com/barn-wood-bench.html" target="_blank">barn wood bench</a>.</span></div>
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<b>If you liked this project</b>, read about my <a href="http://thefrugaltree.blogspot.com/2012/03/chippy-paint-rustic-shelf.html"><span style="font-size: large;">chippy paint rustic shelf</span></a> (shown below) </div>
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made of discarded barn siding found in a wooded area! <i>A tutorial for this shelf will be coming soon!</i></div>
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</div>frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-450608588064091692013-05-23T21:33:00.001-04:002013-05-23T21:33:46.799-04:00Easy Driftwood Mug Tree StandI found this cool piece of driftwood a few months ago; you may recall my <a href="http://thefrugaltree.blogspot.com/2013/03/springtime-driftwood-table-display.html">Springtime Driftwood Table Display</a>. Well, the time had come to switch things up a bit and the table display has recently changed. The driftwood with its many pointed appendages was too cool to pack away.<br />
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Other unique limbs and branches are already on display throughout the home, so finding the perfect spot for this piece proved difficult.
Seeing as I have a rather large kitchen with high ceilings and minimal organic accents within it, and because I had grasped the wood and was carrying it vertically with its stubby branches pointed upward, an <b>idea suddenly materialized . . . a tree stand for my coffee mugs!</b> (and perhaps the numerous mugs in the sink waiting to be washed helped spark the idea too!)<br />
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This piece of wood did not have the flattest base on which to set it upright. In fact, getting it to stand vertically proved somewhat difficult. I actually grabbed some old rusty nails I reclaimed from some barnwood and hammered them into the base of the "trunk" at an angle - almost in an attempt to create a tripod of legs. It took some adjusting to get the balancing just right but it finally happened.<br />
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This method is fine for now but I do plan on encasing the bottom 1 1/2 inches of the branch base into a round concrete form to provide more weight and better support. I typically get round brown-paper craft boxes at Michael's to use as concrete forms for such projects. (a square base is an option too, in which I use the bottom half of a milk or creamer carton for the form)<br />
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This deep corner seemed the perfect spot for adding height and some organic flavor. The earthy branch stands in stark opposition to the cold stainless accents, but harmony is oddly achieved. I love mixing modern styling with organic items to create such scenarios as that above.</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">So, if you happen upon a piece of driftwood, fish it ashore and take it home. <b>You never know what unique uses may come of it!</b></span></div>
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This barrel, found on the property, was never actually used for burning. In fact, both ends are intact but the contents are long gone. Going this route provided a bit more <b>rustic-industrial design</b>. I didn't like the openness of the fern's pot sitting atop the barrel, so I arched an old grapevine swag around the front half to mask it. The grapevine adds an <b>organic touch</b> that plays off the river rocks surrounding the base.<br />
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Speaking of grapevine, my first idea for this barrel was to fully wrap it with grapevine. I have a huge doorway arch that I created a few years ago with fresh vine, but it simply got too dry and was unworkable for wrapping around the barrel. I'd still like to give that a shot at some point. <br />
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To the right of the barrel, I located three varying height pieces of scrap wood which I bundled together with rope. These pillars provided the perfect location for my house-numbered wine bottles. <i>(Option: paint larger house numbers on the barrel instead - vertically would really look neat!)</i><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">See how I made my <a href="http://thefrugaltree.blogspot.com/2012/11/numbered-wine-bottles.html">numbered wine bottles</a> here.</span></div>
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Leaning against the barrel is an old truss fence post I found alongside the road. It has cut-out pockets and holes where other members or beams would have attached. Those cut-outs could be neat for future creative uses.<br />
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How fitting that a chimney topper, often referred to as a "pot", is reused as a pot for plants! I did this a few years ago on my back deck but seeing as I have two, I decided to flank them on each side of the main entry this year. I think the terra-cotta color stands out nicely against the gray-brown hues of the stone columns (and it ties-in with the rusty stuff I have dotted around the property - like the burn barrel!)<br />
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Besides repurposed chimney pots as planters, old landscaping beams were cleaned up, stained espresso, and span from column to column. Pieces of scrap metal were used to create my "Dwell" entry sign. An old galvanized pail with a rusty patina has been placed atop the beams and houses some Begonias; its central location really makes an inviting statement!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">See how I made my "Dwell" <a href="http://thefrugaltree.blogspot.com/2012/07/shabby-industrial-upcycled-sign.html">scrap metal sign</a> here.</span></div>
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Yeah, not really a "repurpose" or anything out-of-the-ordinary, but I wanted to share this picture since I just mulched yesterday and it <u>was not</u> the most exciting chore in the world. I really love how vibrant the greens pop against the dark brown mulch, however. Three planters offer a nice visual statement and provide some early-year color with Begonias and Impatiens. Another old fence post (given to me) has been placed on a rock wall as another element (for now). I like its faded, weathered finish with some mossy-green growth. </div>
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I hope your outdoor spaces are well underway and are coming together nicely. I have lots more to do to get "caught-up." Heck, I still have leaves to rake in some parts of the property. YIKES! For now, I'm enjoying the way the front entry is shaping up and am loving my <b>rusty repurposed burn barrel plant stand!</b></div>
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frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-18397596302731152422013-03-27T20:13:00.004-04:002013-03-29T07:25:42.582-04:00Springtime Driftwood Table DisplayThe introduction of Spring always seems to put a smile on my face. Bulbs start peeking through the earth and colors start reappearing in nature. Despite the mini snow storms we keep having here in Eastern PA, milder weekends have been creeping in every now and then. I managed to get out one particularly nice Sunday and decided to take a walk along the river. I found a lot of driftwood washed ashore from the recent high waters produced by melting snow and rain showers.<br />
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I love the numerous cut branches protruding around the central limb . . . </div>
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This great piece of wood established the central element of a simplistic<b> Springtime driftwood table display</b>. A large round river stone and some pops of "Springy" green from my moss spheres provide a wonderful, natural look, while Mr. Pier1 Rabbit (appropriately made of carved wood) provides a touch of Easter during the holiday.</div>
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It took me about <b>5 minutes</b> to put this together (not including the making of the spheres) and I'm really enjoying it! I was going to look for some unique wooden eggs or was contemplating making some of my own in paper mache from plain brown craft paper. However, I decided to keep it <b>simple</b>. I still like the idea of the craft paper eggs, perhaps for another location in the home, so I may have to give that a shot yet.<br />
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<b>Anyway, here's to the new season! </b></div>
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<b>I hope you are all welcoming Spring into your homes!</b><br />
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</div>frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-25011143253253691112013-02-09T10:49:00.003-05:002013-02-15T06:48:51.255-05:00Wine Bottle Pendant Light How ToI finally got around to making my <b>wine bottle pendant light</b>. I saw these become popular a few years ago, back when I started the <a href="http://www.frugal-interior-design.com/index.html" target="_blank"><b>frugal-interior-design</b></a> website. A vendor called <i>ROOST</i> had some incredible lighting that I salivated for. I was drawn to the classic simplicity of the lighting - meshing new with old - inspiring a nod toward both modern and rustic.<br />
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I never forgot about the above image. And of course, I've seen other interpretations of the same principle and have my own. </div>
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I began cutting wine bottles about a year ago and have been using them for various projects (<b>upcycling and repurposing them</b> in cool ways.) See my previous posts on:<br />
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Finally. I got my hands on a large clear-glass wine bottle and was successful at cutting the bottom off with a smooth, straight, clean break </div>
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The bottle sat like that for about another year. Finally, with some free-time and motivation, I set to task - time to create a light!</div>
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If you have a similar tube-like armature light pendant or even one with a simple wire (with/without the chain), you'll be able to recreate this pendant light. The only other thing you will need is a cut wine bottle and snazzy light bulb (I recommend vintage <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&index=aps&keywords=Edison%20bulbs&linkCode=ur2&tag=frugintedesi-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><b>Edison bulbs</b></a>). Each application may be a bit different, but if you read how I secured my bottle to keep it straight, you'll be able to come up with ideas that will work for yours.</div>
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This decor was simple. I cut the bottoms from three various-sized clear glass wine bottles I had been saving.</div>
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I sprayed the interior of the bottle with Krylon <b><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&index=aps&keywords=Looking%20Glass%20spray%20paint&linkCode=ur2&tag=frugintedesi-20" target="_blank">Looking Glass spray paint</a></b> after lightly misting the inside with water using a fine-mist spray bottle. This technique of pre-misting the interior (or exterior if you decide to paint that instead) will allow the development of a mercury glass type effect. </div>
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I felt the bottle trees needed stars and of course a star theme established itself early on with the introduction of the "star garland" I had previously purchased at a Dollar Tree - - - simply cut to length and wrapped from bottom to top.</div>
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My free saucer sled seemed a fitting vessel for displaying my holiday wine bottle trees. I liked the monochromatic scheme with all the silvers and reflective surfaces. Oh, and of course, the wine bottles have no bottoms, so they can be placed over tea-lights for extra shimmer.</div>
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Somewhere after Christmas and before New Years, the display morphed to this! I have this stash of vintage thick-cut glass window panes. They were in the home when I acquired it and have been sitting silently, untouched, for nearly 10 years. I remembered them and decided to put them to use. Each pane is a hair more than 8 1/2 x 11 (the perfect size for a standard piece of copy paper). </div>
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I used three pieces of paper to create three identical snowflakes (albeit rectangular ones to fit my glass). I lined them up down the center of the kitchen dining table with a glass pane over each to create a runner. The aforementioned mercury glass wine bottle trees decided they wanted to stay out a bit longer. </div>
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<b><i>TIP: Remove the garland and star, and group these bottles together for non-holiday decor</i></b></div>
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I had this huge candle and nothing to place it in or on that seemed appropriate. I remembered the abundance of old clay planter saucers I had stored in the garage. After a spray with flat black paint and a spray with matte clear-coat, the old dull saucer looked quite fitting for my cranberry candle. </div>
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<b>Some collected pods create an encircling wreath of <i>organic-ness</i> around the candle. </b></div>
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<b>The perfect, finishing touch!</b></div>
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So, if you have some old empty wine bottles and/or old clay saucers, dig em out and get to work. The holidays may have gone by, but they will be back again (and always sooner than we expect!)</div>
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<b>Sharing this at:</b><br />
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</div>frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-88185498414481951522013-01-05T13:23:00.001-05:002018-03-01T10:49:22.153-05:00Repurposing an Old WindowA new year is a time for <b>change</b>, and what better a time to do a little redecorating? After putting away holiday decor, I often get motivated to move things around for a new look.
I guess I'm lucky to have this interest in <b>repurposing old items -</b> folks (friends, family, etc.) often think of me when they have something they want to dispose of.<br />
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<i>"Hey, do you think you could use this for one of your projects?"</i> </div>
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I have to admit, I have gotten some pretty "neato" things in this manner, </div>
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such as <b>my recent freebie:</b> an <b>old basement window</b>. </div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">With its cool rusty hardware . . . </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">. . . and weathered old wood with authentic chippy paint </span>(it's even one of those retro green paint colors we all seem to love)<br />
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My first was to hang it vertically on the wall with some artwork placed behind the existing glass panes. If I go this route, I'll undoubtedly rework the paint color to perhaps a rustic white- or black-wash of some sort. Of course, then that unique old paint color goes <i>bye-bye</i>.<br />
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I've seen folks take old windows such as these and turn them into trays for table tops. I like the look but was feeling lazy today, so I decided to go a bit more basic--use it as it is!<br />
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Having it totally devoid of any contents looked just perfect. Of course, I had to mess around a bit. Seeing as I'm leaving the glass panes intact, lightweight items are a necessity for any additional elements. About as heavy as I would venture to go was with the use of some upcycled wine bottles I painted to showcase my house numbers. </div>
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Some big Pine cones align in a stately manner with stark "organic-ness." I'm sure I'll be messing around with this for hours, but I know this<b> repurposed old window </b>will be getting its debut as this table's focal element--at least for a few months. </div>
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Perhaps when I grow tired of the look, its <u>next repurposed life</u> may be a picture/artwork frame or a lift-up top for an accent table (another great way I've seen <b>old windows upcycled</b>!)</div>
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So, if you happen to see some old windows like these out for trash, snag em! <b>Old architectural pieces</b> are truly works of art; at least in the eyes of the <i>upcycling</i> beholder!</div>
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Since I'm a fan of <b>upcycling wine bottles</b>, this was right up my alley.<br />
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It took awhile to scrounge up three clear bottles. I thought the black bottles (above) were cool, but had none on-hand. I guess I could have done a black "paint-glaze" to the interior of my bottles but thought white on clear would look classy.<br />
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First, I looked for the correct font; <i>Boston Traffic</i> is the <b>trendy</b> font used on these bottles. Just do a Google search to find a font creator. I actually printed out the numbers of my street address to give this trio of bottles a bit of meaning.
After they've printed (you may have to resize them first), I cut them out with an <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&index=arts-crafts&keywords=Xacto%20Knife&linkCode=ur2&tag=frugintedesi-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">X-acto Knife</a>. <b>Use much caution when dealing with these knives</b>. For best results, place your printed-out font paper on a surface the knife can easily cut into. I typically use cardboard.<br />
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<b>TIP:</b> While working on your fonts, you may want to soak your wine bottles in some hot water with dish detergent. This usually will allow the labels to peel off easily. I got a few wine labels off intact and am <b>saving them for a future project!</b></blockquote>
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To adhere your paper letters to the bottles, simply run them under a soft stream of water until they are soaked through. Then, lay them in place. Use a paper towel to dab any residual water off of the glass, particularly within the area you will be painting.<br />
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I chose Martha Stewart <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/search?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&index=arts-crafts&keywords=Martha%20Stewart%20acrylic%20craft%20paint&linkCode=ur2&tag=frugintedesi-20" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">acrylic craft paint</a>, color <i>summer linen</i> with a satin finish. Using a small yet stiff multi-purpose bristle brush with a flat head, I dabbed paint into my stencil. I let it set for about 3 minutes and then went over the still-wet paint with a dry foam brush. I wanted a unified-looking finish across all three bottles with minimal brush marks or stippling.<br />
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Once this was done, I removed the paper stencils while still wet. (Place your used stencils on a papertowel to dry for future use!) A small piece of damp paper towel helped wipe off any residue around the numbers once the stencils were removed. Work carefully around the edges of the numbers as the paint is still wet. Once the paint is fully dry, I will remove any paint from the edges of the numbers with a slight scrape of an Xacto-knife or even a fingernail for a nice finish.<br />
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I sure like the way they came out. I was considering painting a silver or black band around the circumference of the center of the bottle with <a href="http://www.frugal-interior-design.com/spray-paint.html" target="_blank">spray paint</a> and THEN adding the number within the band. I think that would look neat too, <b>but . . .</b> <br />
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<b>. . . Sometimes Simplicity is BEST!</b></div>
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</div>frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-87994168507293715272012-09-30T11:08:00.004-04:002012-11-14T08:48:58.990-05:00Amber for Autumn Decorating<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Where did the year go? Summer is coming to a close and the colors of the new season are beginning to take over. Blazing yellow, rusty orange, and amber-hued leaves have begun littering the property like confetti at the hand of Mother Nature. The leaves always create a wonderful story-board of color for inspiration throughout the home. I couldn't help but realize how perfectly my vintage amber bottles embrace the colors of Autumn.<br />
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Welcoming the new season can be as simple as pulling out some earthy, color-appropriate items and accents you already own. Move some things around for a fresh look. Combine like-colored items to make a statement. You don't have to spend much, if anything at all, to give your home a warm, cozy look as the crisp, cool air begins moving in. <b>So, here's to FALL'S harvest of color!</b><br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">For the LOVE of Vintage Amber Bottles . . . </span></b></div>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">An amber bottle collection makes a grand statement.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hand-towels and soaps introduce the colors of the season with ease.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">More amber bottles and color-appropriate accents dot this bathroom's decor.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A new set of Autumn-inspired towels is quick and easy! <br />
Seasonal dish towels for the kitchen, do the same trick (or treat)!</td></tr>
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</div>frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-33381391306660408372012-08-20T11:36:00.000-04:002012-08-23T09:14:47.895-04:00Repurposed Wrought Iron Gate<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: center;"><tbody>
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I found an old gate (actually a pair that meet in the middle - how cool!) in my woods. They were laying in the ground, half buried in earth and practically smothered under vine and vegetation. With a bit of effort I was able to free them and get a gander at their <u>vintage beauty and aged patina</u>.<br />
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I <b>repurposed the gates</b> as landscape decor for awhile and then moved them into the garage during the winter to save them further hardship from the elements. They were rusting away like crazy. The black finish was peeling and crumbling off from the slightest touch or movement of the gates. They have been in-hiding (in the garage) for a year, but never-out-of-mind (my mind that is).<br />
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Yesterday I decided to clean one up enough to bring indoors. Boy, it was a lot of work scraping off the peeling finish and rubbing like mad with a wire brush to get the loose "debris" off. A burst of air from the leaf blower to get any remaining dust off and it was <u>ready for a new purpose</u>! <br />
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I love the look of <b>RUST</b> and that is what I was left with . . . some great surface pitting too!</div>
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I had a master plan for these gates (well, one of them at least). I would <b>repurpose it as a window treatment</b>. Now hear me out. There is a practical reason for this. Personally, I'm not a huge fan of draperies or window treatments, and when able, will opt for "open" windows. <br />
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My large picture window was apparently loved by my feathered friends.. They loved it so much in fact that they would often fly right into it to give it a kiss (<i>poor little guys</i>). No fatalities seen but a few who undoubtedly saw stars. In an effort to<b> warn them of the glass</b>, I came up with <u>this solution</u>. Hopefully it works. I haven't heard any <i>BANGS!</i> yet today. It will take me a while to get used to it. I'm not warming up to it quickly as I miss the unobstructed OPEN VIEW, but at least it doesn't restrict the light too much. <br />
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There are numerous ways to <b>repurpose a door</b>. We've seen it done countless times. Regardless of this fact, I never grow tired of seeing them reused - even if in similar, repurposed ways. This is probably because each door is unique and brings "new" character to any space, helping to define an intended style.<br />
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You can repurpose a door as a <u>coffeetable</u> which is one of my favorites! Using old doors as any type of table top is super. A large dining table looks especially great when crafted from a chunky old barn door. Narrower antique doors are ideal for console and accent tables. You can simply create legs with modified saw-horses for a utilitarian rustic look.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A rustic door creates a console table top. I love that the <b>old hardware is intact</b>.<br />
This particular style table leg assembly is available at <i>Ikea.</i><br />
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<i>Ikea</i> supplies numerous tresles (similar to saw-horses) and other various table legs which are simple to attach. Those shown here are just a few of the many options available.
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Do you need some clever <u>wall art</u>? Repurpose a door as a <u>unique focal on a wall</u>. </div>
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A mirror replaces the original window glass of this vintage door.</td></tr>
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They look especially neat as <u>headboards</u> too. </div>
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I've seen this done in so many ways and again, it always looks cool. </div>
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Of course the <b>simplest way to repurpose a door</b> is to display it in a room as an <u>architectural feature</u>.<br />
Simply lean it up against a wall and enjoy!
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Use this idea to build in a corner cupboard for extra storage in small spaces.</td></tr>
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My sister and brother-in-law decided to keep the front door from their previous residence for use at their new home. It has been in storage in their garage for the past several years. I recently suggested they bring it inside to enjoy until plans are made to get it fitted to their existing front entry. It's nice to appreciate the beauty of this door once again - now <u>flanking a chaise in their living room</u>.</div>
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Nothing is better than finding an old door along the side of the road, such as the case with this door. My mother saw it out for trash and immediately called me to rescue it. Regardless of the rainstorm occurring at the time, I jumped in my truck and went on the treasure hunt. I wasn't disappointed. A little mineral oil and it was good to go. I had plans to make this a table but seeing as I haven't gotten around to that yet, I decided to <u>display it in my family room</u>. <br />
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<b>Did you repurpose a door in a clever way? I'd love to hear about it!</b></div>
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<br />frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-6925699542961012882012-08-14T17:26:00.000-04:002012-08-14T17:26:50.930-04:00Timeless Modern StyleSounds like an oxymoron of sorts doesn't it? <b>Is modern decorating timeless?</b> While many may intertwine the terms <i>modern</i> and <i>contemporary</i> (I do it myself all too often), there is a difference. Contemporary being "of the now" can eventually become outdated. At some point in "its time" however, it was all the rage.<br />
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<b> Modern style</b> exhibits certain characteristics that, well, <u>never go-out-of-style</u>. Clean, linear pieces, reflective surfaces, monochromatic color schemes and simplistic styling keep modern spaces looking <b>up-to-date</b> for years and years . . . perhaps forever.<br />
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Case in point, the "contemporary" home on the set of <i>Sleeping With the Enemy </i>staring Julia Roberts (1991). Some classify the home as contemporary but I'd call it modern personally. This movie was on today, and although I've been in love with the home (at least the interior) since I was 18 years old, I really began noticing the<i> perfection of modern styling</i> in this home. The set is practically timeless and lives up to today's standards in many respects.<br />
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I was somewhat amazed to see<u> horizontally placed hardware</u> (door pulls) on kitchen cabinets, glass <u>vessel sinks </u>in the bathroom, and what appeared to be a black <u>shag leather rug</u> in the living room. Of course modern furniture always looks "modern" and you can't go wrong with black shiny stuff! It was the smaller details however, such as those aforementioned that really struck me as "in vogue" now - 21 years later.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Modern good-looks! Black, chrome, glass and sculptural elements - how can you go wrong? <br />Perhaps a bit too stark and cold for some, but ever so "COOL" nonetheless!</td></tr>
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Does this mean those items and styles have now fallen into the "contemporary category" and will eventually fall victim to an out-dated look? <b>I certainly hope not.</b> But for now, I'm ready to throw some horizontal pulls on my cabinet door fronts and get myself a dark-colored "contemporary" shag rug for my family room!<br />
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<br />frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-30131141198946297562012-08-11T10:25:00.000-04:002012-08-15T09:26:11.495-04:00Upcycled Candle JarsI've been <b>Upcycling Candle Jars</b> for some time now. In fact, empty candle jars are one of my <b>favorite things to upcycle</b>. It's amazing how easy it is to transform them into mini <i>works-of-art</i> if you will.<br />
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Each one seems to take on it's own personality and direction in no time. Even using the same supplies and switching-it-up a bit produces cool, new results.<br />
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<b>My latest upcycled candle jar creation
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This <b>upcycled candle jar</b> illuminates with lantern-like qualities due to the tissue paper wrap. Turquoise elements provide a vibrant color and makes me think of going to the beach or walking along the shoreline.</div>
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As I was writing the main page for this project, I was thinking of how the white tissue paper base would create a perfect backdrop for Holiday-styled "lanterns" too. With just a few minor changes in detailing, I could see these twinkling around the home during the holiday season. Gosh, that's right around the corner! </div>
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<b>Here are a few others I've created along the way. </b> </div>
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I actually use <u>tea-lights</u> in all of them as they are mess-free and safer for these "adorned" containers.</div>
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Read the full tutorial on the beachy turquoise-lantern jar (shown at top) </div>
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by visiting my page on <a href="http://www.frugal-interior-design.com/upcycled-candle-jars.html" target="_blank"><b>Upcycled Candle Jars</b></a>.</div>
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I provide a few <b>tips</b> for getting those used candle jars cleaned out and ready for <b>upcycling!</b></div>
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<br />frugal-interior-designhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14063893148117244471noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7583485130392039198.post-90837584223917863672012-08-08T09:23:00.000-04:002012-08-11T10:28:31.257-04:00Upcycled Tin CansAbout a year ago, I began<b> upcycling tin cans</b> - particularly <u>soup cans</u> for decorative purposes. I made a few Autumn-themed candle pedestals but more recently began experimenting with stacking them to create varying heights.<br />
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I like the shape and the ribbing of the metal which provides <b>instant modern flavor</b>. Of course painting them black and white doesn't hurt either. They even look great unpainted and grouped together. I think I am going to try weathering a set of them next. A surface-rust patina would look really cool and make them appear a bit more industrial.<br />
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Of course stacking tin cans in this fashion has me thinking up other crazy projects like creating legs for tables or building them into a small accent table or stool. Hmmm . . . perhaps that is the next level of experimentation for my <b>upcycled tin can</b> collection. <span style="text-align: center;">For now, I'm digging my candle pedestals (a.k.a. my </span><span style="text-align: center;"><b>tin can decor)</b> </span><span style="text-align: center;">big time.</span><br />
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Visit my page on <a href="http://www.frugal-interior-design.com/upcycled-tin-cans.html" target="_blank"><b>Upcycled Tin Cans</b></a> for the tutorial and to learn more about this project!</div>
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<a href="http://shabbynest.blogspot.com/2012/08/frugal-friday_9.html" target="_blank">The Shabby Nest - Frugal Friday</a>
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