tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-77137370152380070712024-03-17T21:03:18.250-06:00Beyond The Picket FenceA DIY ,crafts, furniture and home blog focusing on creating home decor on a budget using reclaimed wood, pallet wood, thrift store finds, and repurposed materials.Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.comBlogger2387125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-60984365617667348452024-03-13T16:45:00.004-06:002024-03-13T16:45:44.098-06:00Sourcing Floral Finds <div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I have said it before, but I will say it again--when thrifting, have a few key words in your mind and you WILL better see and find those items. This week I have been thinking FLOWERS and just look at these floral finds from the past few days!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMC5wWGcmoTzPIX9L-mcUqXlFja5s6VHGIDQGAhW4BZacn-J4bJNC64MwHdOd9W_eo99go8BnHp4Vpj07v4lYAtYNLrD0p9UYFVpop_aQT6GOZCWkD8AvhcNDUgwJHnKoCGkfL5_-Iyzd7vpylJaG8toQlaOO_0djQFvMpU5NFbfw-wmYipFjlQjrd6mbn/s1600/thrift-store-vintage-floral-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Floral Finds from the Thrift Store" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1177" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMC5wWGcmoTzPIX9L-mcUqXlFja5s6VHGIDQGAhW4BZacn-J4bJNC64MwHdOd9W_eo99go8BnHp4Vpj07v4lYAtYNLrD0p9UYFVpop_aQT6GOZCWkD8AvhcNDUgwJHnKoCGkfL5_-Iyzd7vpylJaG8toQlaOO_0djQFvMpU5NFbfw-wmYipFjlQjrd6mbn/w470-h640/thrift-store-vintage-floral-finds.jpg" title="Vintage Floral Finds from the Thrift Store" width="470" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">From the floral fabric piece that I thrifted for $1 (and that I will use to recover something or make pillows) to the vintage, amateur floral paintings, I have been sourcing all the flowers this week. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I met a gal who was an amazing picker when we lived in Idaho for a year. She told me she manifests her picks by saying aloud what she wants to find. I am not sure that always works, but I do know that we see what we want and what is in our minds and I do believe in the power of positive thinking. This week I have been thinking grow and spring flowers.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEideblI0d248ZhiQE2lHjnROBmy5IiXdDEFrnNj59x0iAeXK45SjLnA-VYz_OexEQMrLZB8OlYJeLP_qWGWSK63kFFMfgx9e7ez4BH21M-U3SDXMZU4E9V45gv71OBc9k30x0RGoeoYHl6CWv4CUavTzT_xcqOFZu5lxwHfcwykGteciXRMwKMsA7KT0y6A/s1600/vintage-stationary-set-and-norco-orange-juice-cup.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img alt="Vintage Floral Finds from the Thrift Store" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1535" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEideblI0d248ZhiQE2lHjnROBmy5IiXdDEFrnNj59x0iAeXK45SjLnA-VYz_OexEQMrLZB8OlYJeLP_qWGWSK63kFFMfgx9e7ez4BH21M-U3SDXMZU4E9V45gv71OBc9k30x0RGoeoYHl6CWv4CUavTzT_xcqOFZu5lxwHfcwykGteciXRMwKMsA7KT0y6A/w614-h640/vintage-stationary-set-and-norco-orange-juice-cup.jpg" title="Vintage Floral Finds from the Thrift Store" width="614" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The tall pitcher is an antique, Bennington Rockingham, hand-painted piece from the 1800's. It will make a lovely vase. The vintage stationary set with bird and floral art on both sides of the box is a sweet memory for me. As a preteen in the 70's we often received stationary sets as gifts and is a reminder of slower times when letter writing was commonplace. The orange juice cup is a 1950's Napcoware piece. i thought it would be cute for toothbrushes in the guest bathroom. The divided floral dish is Czech Slovakia Erphilia and will go on my wall. It originally would have had a handle on it.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ2fdtWaduAQQqf4c4XybhKcDS2MKE9qvVJ4J9_-di2jwErVN9zmO15iLbgpTVHooYwk23jaarWjjpXmL4dN2JiL9JZbJhLDrTXV6MByqIPmVSfVVdexxRCOs3O4XLi0j6cAp76TqDxtUzBMIRxPsrXo1bxe-tODSZR1FdaipEPZu3dF30fKfj7qYotRdy/s1584/vintage-amateur-floral-art.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Floral Finds from the Thrift Store" border="0" data-original-height="1584" data-original-width="1444" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZ2fdtWaduAQQqf4c4XybhKcDS2MKE9qvVJ4J9_-di2jwErVN9zmO15iLbgpTVHooYwk23jaarWjjpXmL4dN2JiL9JZbJhLDrTXV6MByqIPmVSfVVdexxRCOs3O4XLi0j6cAp76TqDxtUzBMIRxPsrXo1bxe-tODSZR1FdaipEPZu3dF30fKfj7qYotRdy/w584-h640/vintage-amateur-floral-art.jpg" title="Vintage Floral Finds from the Thrift Store" width="584" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The three, amateur floral paintings will go into my sunroom, I think (I am running out of space for florals in there). The basketweave pitcher holds faux flowers for spring.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBzjGoQ96CEjyydf9sY3Ua5cMZOTi5knx3dqijhF412Bn8sM0E3oEqezVWGKSfOzL5nxxxH0z22c-H9SKN49r_s3ZDTxpalnW1yt2xxnRgtOxqULnSgHxxp7TIRupH_Wd4lQULVuBmhIwhKLWb8BailnlwXhCIsAUYXa02zMOa-T-D_A1sSJsa-IipRCBl/s1600/what-i-thrifted.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Floral Finds from the Thrift Store" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1274" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBzjGoQ96CEjyydf9sY3Ua5cMZOTi5knx3dqijhF412Bn8sM0E3oEqezVWGKSfOzL5nxxxH0z22c-H9SKN49r_s3ZDTxpalnW1yt2xxnRgtOxqULnSgHxxp7TIRupH_Wd4lQULVuBmhIwhKLWb8BailnlwXhCIsAUYXa02zMOa-T-D_A1sSJsa-IipRCBl/w510-h640/what-i-thrifted.jpg" title="Vintage Floral Finds from the Thrift Store" width="510" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The smaller, tall stool came from a friend that is moving. She used it as a plant stand and currently it is sitting in my entryway with the fake plant on it. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I often think of <i>Field of Dreams </i>and "If you build it, they will come," while thrifting. If you think it, you will find it! It doesn't always work and sometimes I have to be more patient than I'd like, but I do believe I find more of what I am wanting to source because I think I will.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-50031092440578302062024-03-08T16:00:00.001-07:002024-03-08T16:00:00.139-07:00Recent Thrift Store Finds<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">This week has been sparse for thrift store finds. I did source some great items in the two previous weeks. Some of them I have already shared how I am using them and styling them, but keep reading for the specifics.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1SlN0DbE3SpU9zHMY4Pholx6fi8Ox7HeSCkZ5ezwqlAsclUgY3NAtNaIUilQZ7613i9-evEsb_crJat6OMcXbS_KnaN2y_OjzKKPdEUfFfBT1nNt4HVv7we5yJ8KWv68Uh4w09EZiVG4n9yXGTCQnKfNu1S_hrKBdAshoAW0CjdeWFyo4nJDdM18Tt41Z/s1600/spring-thrift-store-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Recent Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1166" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1SlN0DbE3SpU9zHMY4Pholx6fi8Ox7HeSCkZ5ezwqlAsclUgY3NAtNaIUilQZ7613i9-evEsb_crJat6OMcXbS_KnaN2y_OjzKKPdEUfFfBT1nNt4HVv7we5yJ8KWv68Uh4w09EZiVG4n9yXGTCQnKfNu1S_hrKBdAshoAW0CjdeWFyo4nJDdM18Tt41Z/w466-h640/spring-thrift-store-finds.jpg" title="Recent Thrift Store Finds" width="466" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">This vintage circus tray was an advertising giveaway piece for a California Credit Union. Why the circus for a bank? I am not sure, but the colors caught my eye. The blue colander makes a great planter and the amateur artwrk is in my entryway. The embroidered tea towl is perfect in a spring vignette.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzxfL0wa7GnyH2UUkBV-fiVRf6YG4AwQrswCo_V0Vc38QjxjiOegxQhrwS5Sg9B3jEqByJH1e6o4et6F1l0lcfFTZ1zed_6MugZVeFb95dilr3Ot4KPToy6uuMA62hGJ3Pg62N34WlhBb0QDyfV9X1WwbgJ8qczrv_RHZPr2c1M3pzFxHMR-TrpwZqTmMt/s1600/vintage-1970-circus-advertising-tray.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Recent Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1220" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzxfL0wa7GnyH2UUkBV-fiVRf6YG4AwQrswCo_V0Vc38QjxjiOegxQhrwS5Sg9B3jEqByJH1e6o4et6F1l0lcfFTZ1zed_6MugZVeFb95dilr3Ot4KPToy6uuMA62hGJ3Pg62N34WlhBb0QDyfV9X1WwbgJ8qczrv_RHZPr2c1M3pzFxHMR-TrpwZqTmMt/w488-h640/vintage-1970-circus-advertising-tray.jpg" title="Recent Thrift Store Finds" width="488" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The brass desk calendar still works. </span><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9uGKoZwOvdEk9wIvzP4qXhuLx05x2VBwLAOU2Thma-_K_tNa08HHiN5PD505zDnVrdMC-DeVZXLWYy2hO0OTVkXkhZas00Jh8G6YrQLYCMGyQJf94tEe4qvKhyphenhyphenLcdWqARrf8E_9TJ_xifXZX9yNiDFMp1ueYsZjXOsmaJovr5T09jV-bKCO0Xq2bR1X56/s1600/vintage-desk-calendar.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Recent Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1446" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9uGKoZwOvdEk9wIvzP4qXhuLx05x2VBwLAOU2Thma-_K_tNa08HHiN5PD505zDnVrdMC-DeVZXLWYy2hO0OTVkXkhZas00Jh8G6YrQLYCMGyQJf94tEe4qvKhyphenhyphenLcdWqARrf8E_9TJ_xifXZX9yNiDFMp1ueYsZjXOsmaJovr5T09jV-bKCO0Xq2bR1X56/w578-h640/vintage-desk-calendar.jpg" title="Recent Thrift Store Finds" width="578" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">An amateur painting pf the local mountains has great colors A floral plate is for my collection and will eventually be on the wall with others. The watering can may get a paint job to brighten it up.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx-mln1cI9Wm2Sq1p8lRygxuZBTonpvhWW2KbeMZ8lnp5buLfkbPoLFwXi6XRXmlABIkm4COvQnabBqP_v4p4zaFAbocGqfZXUXZoRRB7m06tihXMcjIIgKqyTgxWbns52aJ1wOtyMcBfvPc7ZizqE43S02jiOkTkH_fhYA-BBxU7dDhmO2aKBB6ZhtNEs/s1600/amateur-mountain-painting-and-spring-watering-can.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Recent Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1371" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx-mln1cI9Wm2Sq1p8lRygxuZBTonpvhWW2KbeMZ8lnp5buLfkbPoLFwXi6XRXmlABIkm4COvQnabBqP_v4p4zaFAbocGqfZXUXZoRRB7m06tihXMcjIIgKqyTgxWbns52aJ1wOtyMcBfvPc7ZizqE43S02jiOkTkH_fhYA-BBxU7dDhmO2aKBB6ZhtNEs/w548-h640/amateur-mountain-painting-and-spring-watering-can.jpg" title="Recent Thrift Store Finds" width="548" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The art deco, stainless candy and nut dish with a little whale in the middle was a fun find. The green vase sits on my windowsill.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs9xgJp0pbyFz3L7kKYDT_l7WG_ofdfty9pMwEBivKeBEDgNBXgVCLJDybPehYfOjWHOwse_FveS84U-BDjESnVKT8FOJihIDir_aO5pCsYWQIf2QJuhUlQ5Hx4jVZkzd35_NjKbLLqbUuGFUqx4dYjnO2yI3OAQXQ0dzApZT-KwtNi4TbmNQyEAA5bQF5/s1600/art-deco-whale-nut-and-candy-dish.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Recent Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1306" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs9xgJp0pbyFz3L7kKYDT_l7WG_ofdfty9pMwEBivKeBEDgNBXgVCLJDybPehYfOjWHOwse_FveS84U-BDjESnVKT8FOJihIDir_aO5pCsYWQIf2QJuhUlQ5Hx4jVZkzd35_NjKbLLqbUuGFUqx4dYjnO2yI3OAQXQ0dzApZT-KwtNi4TbmNQyEAA5bQF5/w522-h640/art-deco-whale-nut-and-candy-dish.jpg" title="Recent Thrift Store Finds" width="522" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">An outdoor, butterfly pillow sits on my green metal chair on my front porch andds a much needed bit of color.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKy6T-dBUeNGc6fLPGQIlf2UtHKBbGn_sN1XOIfQHfRP-rY3l1_o6ylZao47ZIpQRYOMwYQJoGGJoIVG3bzTJexrI5S-fUbHroXsVntSe0Ml7m7xMUlO1tlFhqvu8kOWE5hS2QkKZpROyrH4iYzmgMPC_2C0OpzvICJX7Z4KjYFqj_e12zeQnP-JBK5l74/s1600/vintage-chrome-coffee-pot-with-teak-handle-and-horse-bookends.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Recent Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1165" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKy6T-dBUeNGc6fLPGQIlf2UtHKBbGn_sN1XOIfQHfRP-rY3l1_o6ylZao47ZIpQRYOMwYQJoGGJoIVG3bzTJexrI5S-fUbHroXsVntSe0Ml7m7xMUlO1tlFhqvu8kOWE5hS2QkKZpROyrH4iYzmgMPC_2C0OpzvICJX7Z4KjYFqj_e12zeQnP-JBK5l74/w466-h640/vintage-chrome-coffee-pot-with-teak-handle-and-horse-bookends.jpg" title="Recent Thrift Store Finds" width="466" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The metal, horsehead bookends would be perfect in any library. I loved the chrome coffee pot with the teak handle. I am not sire what I will do it with it, but I think it will be for sale.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHSjqyCZMnw58wtsnvT-lf5tLkCdDzg_H8P6KbNrLF4Jvwn_Tbo8QnoeF_2OqWqRxpKyTduET8Onx2eYeQEQroOGXeaeuBkP0bOCQr19lG-cHGRRMD1GMjrew_N7h1DwPQHyr1VViGnoozyR5teu3yPdNyzof1rACpOEheDQgRsixJsNYknzQH-jqmh5SQ/s1600/black-forest-carved-wood-grape-bread-bowl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Recent Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1147" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHSjqyCZMnw58wtsnvT-lf5tLkCdDzg_H8P6KbNrLF4Jvwn_Tbo8QnoeF_2OqWqRxpKyTduET8Onx2eYeQEQroOGXeaeuBkP0bOCQr19lG-cHGRRMD1GMjrew_N7h1DwPQHyr1VViGnoozyR5teu3yPdNyzof1rACpOEheDQgRsixJsNYknzQH-jqmh5SQ/w458-h640/black-forest-carved-wood-grape-bread-bowl.jpg" title="Recent Thrift Store Finds" width="458" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">This black forest carved wood bread dish is fairly old and is in great shape, In it sits the two green men that I am using as bud vases.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUDOcVkjfC3YGx8ttZcHp6zZ0HgyJ_pi8_aaBO9n-y9MIBxLjf8GkMdH5pcO7P-x-KaWf4OlN3M7Op8ktSONXt_o0Vui-9z2VukBDCFn-KYKAHm7u8CcHfeysqyajI1gHAohDutqc6suBJcT9qU7taQCh1nUZBt0n0G6aQOcSid1xQYYFmjE1eETIfVo70/s1600/vintage-tablecloth-apron-and-outdoor-butterfly-pillow.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Recent Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1590" data-original-width="1600" height="636" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUDOcVkjfC3YGx8ttZcHp6zZ0HgyJ_pi8_aaBO9n-y9MIBxLjf8GkMdH5pcO7P-x-KaWf4OlN3M7Op8ktSONXt_o0Vui-9z2VukBDCFn-KYKAHm7u8CcHfeysqyajI1gHAohDutqc6suBJcT9qU7taQCh1nUZBt0n0G6aQOcSid1xQYYFmjE1eETIfVo70/w640-h636/vintage-tablecloth-apron-and-outdoor-butterfly-pillow.jpg" title="Recent Thrift Store Finds" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The vintage apron and rainbow tray are being used in my kitchen. The large tablecloth underneath will most likely be sold. The sectioned, floral tray is plastic, but I think it is vintage. I like it for a dresser for jewelry and coins or for entertaining for nuts and candy.</span><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br />These fun, colorful finds took work to source. Some days I find plenty and others nothing, but I do love the hunt.<br /></span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-18100686345422457772024-03-06T16:25:00.002-07:002024-03-06T16:25:21.701-07:00Simple Spring Decor Touches<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The one thing I quit doing a few years ago is completely changing out my decor seasonally. Because I wanted less stuff and fewer items to store away in plastic tubs for 75% of the year, I simplified my seasonal decor and found better ways to store it. But, it doesn't mean that I still don't love adding small, simple, seasonal touches to my home. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoppXxIsDX4HGrcLXllQVgZyG02l07LXbDRYo-4wzbQdSb1ERdtss97D9uQk_WgdSF0EnM6Hdm1rhGtS0NCfEkNSWsBYBy_JtpkdgJKec3baK1Tmomnnxc0Vm2Zpdc97RAnxWKRR3qJg-oy-oBdrVmavnEowYQEMGK3DeAVIYE4qpkl9-zl2frp_JoNrLl/s1600/simple-spring-decor-from-the-thrift-store.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" border="0" data-original-height="1225" data-original-width="1600" height="490" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoppXxIsDX4HGrcLXllQVgZyG02l07LXbDRYo-4wzbQdSb1ERdtss97D9uQk_WgdSF0EnM6Hdm1rhGtS0NCfEkNSWsBYBy_JtpkdgJKec3baK1Tmomnnxc0Vm2Zpdc97RAnxWKRR3qJg-oy-oBdrVmavnEowYQEMGK3DeAVIYE4qpkl9-zl2frp_JoNrLl/w640-h490/simple-spring-decor-from-the-thrift-store.jpg" title="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Back in January when we started working on updating and redoing our kitchen, I told you I wanted the UN-kitchen look. The UN-kitchen has more decorative touches and items that you typically wouldn't find in a kitchen--framed artwork, lamps, and other decorative pieces.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">This kitchen corner is basically unused for anything utilitarian so it is the perfect spot for some seasonal items.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCkIIBHDZb7a8fFyGBDyIpA1Vc6b01p3zrnJReU_iSzQJbZOqExN1KoX1O6xnWg_I_r1ndZFF8NFY3EJzpA1jlUOwrSoZBKEyeWp4rxsU4l5Jeu24HZvuPuk8JI2y-Q4DfkfY49Yx3UcOTrI-5CiiDejDqmo5cKS70WG2zEkRyrdQAAZXh34yUvJxWgMJo/s1600/adding-touches-of-spring-to-my-kitchen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1287" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCkIIBHDZb7a8fFyGBDyIpA1Vc6b01p3zrnJReU_iSzQJbZOqExN1KoX1O6xnWg_I_r1ndZFF8NFY3EJzpA1jlUOwrSoZBKEyeWp4rxsU4l5Jeu24HZvuPuk8JI2y-Q4DfkfY49Yx3UcOTrI-5CiiDejDqmo5cKS70WG2zEkRyrdQAAZXh34yUvJxWgMJo/w514-h640/adding-touches-of-spring-to-my-kitchen.jpg" title="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" width="514" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I switched out the painting I had here for something a thrifted, vintage watercolor with more green and pastel colors in it.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrAXwShrFaag465XHAClWy4rQC_Da0wsNz2DV4MLZGDKC6HpPSsvOe7XuHrkVmAPkXCRdIR1hV1Sz6nHf7046Uw-1cUaMhETxK9yRMdi2KFljL1mi9GsDPCmmEpdU0G2a1oEpTFLjU8hrwBOIzIV23rM4FQyEuIucPTZorOGqCn0qmBIbmf-VjYNRe4DsF/s1600/vintage-green-dishes-and-gold-bunnies.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" border="0" data-original-height="1284" data-original-width="1600" height="514" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrAXwShrFaag465XHAClWy4rQC_Da0wsNz2DV4MLZGDKC6HpPSsvOe7XuHrkVmAPkXCRdIR1hV1Sz6nHf7046Uw-1cUaMhETxK9yRMdi2KFljL1mi9GsDPCmmEpdU0G2a1oEpTFLjU8hrwBOIzIV23rM4FQyEuIucPTZorOGqCn0qmBIbmf-VjYNRe4DsF/w640-h514/vintage-green-dishes-and-gold-bunnies.jpg" title="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I removed the stack of old kitchen cookbooks and vintage tea tin (and put them in one of my glass-fronted kitchen cupboards that I have space in), and added a stack of vintage green dishes. A pair of Target dollar spot gold bunnies sit on top of the dishes. These are last year's bunnies, this year's are a bit smaller.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUp-DiqV15fxE2JXzmFCLyg0TGL9-r83BhvaIfGGByFTCikrjJOJbot401Akb_faByGBpbpkxPJAThHFO7FYKk8uHCg59hJ2aTeYL45mbA6ZxnEffRzd264FX06W3mRlJzf4ezgwkPmWYEtNpvN5p2VUUoadbhAjDH-dGArKyew33AiSeour6gQTiqED48/s1600/cozy-unkitchen-feel.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" border="0" data-original-height="1230" data-original-width="1600" height="492" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUp-DiqV15fxE2JXzmFCLyg0TGL9-r83BhvaIfGGByFTCikrjJOJbot401Akb_faByGBpbpkxPJAThHFO7FYKk8uHCg59hJ2aTeYL45mbA6ZxnEffRzd264FX06W3mRlJzf4ezgwkPmWYEtNpvN5p2VUUoadbhAjDH-dGArKyew33AiSeour6gQTiqED48/w640-h492/cozy-unkitchen-feel.jpg" title="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">A vase of faux tulips sitting on a tray replace a brown pottery bowl. This corner is so cheerful and cozy when the ginger jar lamp is on. Other than the bunnies, everything yo see is from a thrift store.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqnVbkxgvykB0naTdp-Z7ZWm3xuqH-MWWeF031voW3OH1wMrQp7Ex_fyTteFaMhrd5wnXQwriySRujLbN7lHH4GJTV1S9l6RrpWL3zpMadf1VhUyFiZDUvFt_LA2p6DIOiBp61lf74nfU3fxKQeTvDG5Y32PMK0prK9MIyBuSKVhQ8sSOC2leQ90aFKAs6/s1600/vintage-thrifted-artwork.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" border="0" data-original-height="1440" data-original-width="1600" height="576" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqnVbkxgvykB0naTdp-Z7ZWm3xuqH-MWWeF031voW3OH1wMrQp7Ex_fyTteFaMhrd5wnXQwriySRujLbN7lHH4GJTV1S9l6RrpWL3zpMadf1VhUyFiZDUvFt_LA2p6DIOiBp61lf74nfU3fxKQeTvDG5Y32PMK0prK9MIyBuSKVhQ8sSOC2leQ90aFKAs6/w640-h576/vintage-thrifted-artwork.jpg" title="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I changed out a few items on my snack tray that sits year round on my upper kitchen counter corner.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHkWQEMS4enRNhVQKYtmZJwfBCdJ5bB-sN1tlaODuNUREOzLqSZv4bqdXyfB-d85U3avs8mUUx239w0v7siYoiCchmCdK-lCG6HC0_wCbScWHWgv8vl7HjJzPPLuIBwUHFYxZgv7YGIhbtnpyE6Sjsc9UJ7XNdoOxLypt3RTAo85XJtCDTDnJaf59oAPTQ/s1600/spring-treat-tray.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHkWQEMS4enRNhVQKYtmZJwfBCdJ5bB-sN1tlaODuNUREOzLqSZv4bqdXyfB-d85U3avs8mUUx239w0v7siYoiCchmCdK-lCG6HC0_wCbScWHWgv8vl7HjJzPPLuIBwUHFYxZgv7YGIhbtnpyE6Sjsc9UJ7XNdoOxLypt3RTAo85XJtCDTDnJaf59oAPTQ/w426-h640/spring-treat-tray.jpg" title="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">A vintage green vase with faux spring stems replaced a blue bottle with branches. A gold bunny jar lid that I made last year was added. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6V_bb9lEDEptacGX36uXPz_DZI2GoOA6Mii9b9weIEWZ25xOc-j7dAiwB8lA_hc8WwQGZ-qSofrkdUB3c0zs5XGDvB17hui0woGhtMIkjV4snxB29edj1kjThffv9StpNIsa9XnEPb9gfGqlbsu9zOg_vRAgWc-1XB_pqOKQuT5YcTemvoXtGJVbBP9Hr/s1600/cabageware-candy-dishes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1600" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6V_bb9lEDEptacGX36uXPz_DZI2GoOA6Mii9b9weIEWZ25xOc-j7dAiwB8lA_hc8WwQGZ-qSofrkdUB3c0zs5XGDvB17hui0woGhtMIkjV4snxB29edj1kjThffv9StpNIsa9XnEPb9gfGqlbsu9zOg_vRAgWc-1XB_pqOKQuT5YcTemvoXtGJVbBP9Hr/w640-h426/cabageware-candy-dishes.jpg" title="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I found these vintage, cabbageware, candy dishes this year. They hold some Christmas candy leftovers--wintergreen life savers. They sit atop a stack of springy colored dessert plates that stay here all year, except at Christmas.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisxhGh1pRdXg7298IezzBASp0vwCDLzEFY8Fmqtp9fTahpiJe9rQCjQJdbvTd7zNiVcKfU2_tjTwjRYKzhBbnXjxCkutH5bW47wy9qy71RphHvJj0czcV3SNU_SGiFZmDqvPbAdf6FPmrUjLXpbjmaH6PUfRXDFPbMQFp2bWauXTA7xzZ7vVhT69sP5Yfm/s1600/cabbageware-covered-dish-or-soup-tureen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisxhGh1pRdXg7298IezzBASp0vwCDLzEFY8Fmqtp9fTahpiJe9rQCjQJdbvTd7zNiVcKfU2_tjTwjRYKzhBbnXjxCkutH5bW47wy9qy71RphHvJj0czcV3SNU_SGiFZmDqvPbAdf6FPmrUjLXpbjmaH6PUfRXDFPbMQFp2bWauXTA7xzZ7vVhT69sP5Yfm/w426-h640/cabbageware-covered-dish-or-soup-tureen.jpg" title="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">A covered Cabbageware casserole dish holds wrapped candy. The blue and white candy jar and other items that sit out here most of the time are in a cupboard. Having enough cupboard space is a key to storing seasonal decor in an easy and convenient way. If it won't fit in my cupboards when I am not using it, I won't buy it anymore. No way am I wrapping and storing dishes in the attic or basement.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBy95H5XfYtyoI9x52-K3lHkgvqdzw_VNU03li9AaCYHcmiTnDcILDehbrCWqLobYl9Cp0eTjMBG-jv1VsWoSSzb5FWcGLAFBFkonYnidE7IZhS9EIa7E58eo75ibDIEdesRcIsIypsddlb_6odwCLR-Sk7FWZYr34at_ZK07V__Pw5BdwBUvsL5YjO_i0/s1543/Target-dollar-spot-bunnies.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" border="0" data-original-height="1543" data-original-width="1496" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBy95H5XfYtyoI9x52-K3lHkgvqdzw_VNU03li9AaCYHcmiTnDcILDehbrCWqLobYl9Cp0eTjMBG-jv1VsWoSSzb5FWcGLAFBFkonYnidE7IZhS9EIa7E58eo75ibDIEdesRcIsIypsddlb_6odwCLR-Sk7FWZYr34at_ZK07V__Pw5BdwBUvsL5YjO_i0/w620-h640/Target-dollar-spot-bunnies.jpg" title="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" width="620" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">A couple of the smaller Target bunnies from this year were added to my all season, kitchen table centerpiece.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeqUL321drO78XUKG1w9sNZwuNXDbNGTMt1Euo8NyD4lJYD_zP8QUuQdvPbBVuB_bm2fF4wMh2N-SCiqcxhIlm4zINa-Ifcy2EnKZ2xeIlTTsPYhmldTxdjaDDz-cc3QsDVTh5iWQgQio4XNvKxABuMFNtZOB_XV_gMZniM_PYlYvo348gX-DYGEAwxZ7i/s1600/all-seasonal-centerpiece-with-simple-spring-touches.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1193" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeqUL321drO78XUKG1w9sNZwuNXDbNGTMt1Euo8NyD4lJYD_zP8QUuQdvPbBVuB_bm2fF4wMh2N-SCiqcxhIlm4zINa-Ifcy2EnKZ2xeIlTTsPYhmldTxdjaDDz-cc3QsDVTh5iWQgQio4XNvKxABuMFNtZOB_XV_gMZniM_PYlYvo348gX-DYGEAwxZ7i/w478-h640/all-seasonal-centerpiece-with-simple-spring-touches.jpg" title="Simple Spring Decor Touches from the Thrift Store" width="478" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Keeping holiday decor simple and small makes it so much easier and less stressful to change seasonally. Adding colors and objects fitting with the time of the year makes decorating for the seasons effortless. </span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-81251406270374476272024-03-01T16:00:00.005-07:002024-03-01T16:04:10.792-07:00A Wee Bit 'O March Decor<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I have been on the hunt for all things springy and colorful at the thrift stores. Even though I wasn't sure what they were, when I spotted this pair of small, green, mustached men at the thrift store (for 50 cents each), I decided they were perfect to welcome March into our home.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGbHruwThqLnytPUpolQ1Y7QiPvSn1Q04KoIz65IPkificFNp0KdYJaeXnRZI-AzqRzZUoK-3Rj9Hw87FTiUIdkcUsU3HMt3Hor6n4cP7V1JHCWy8lA9gZtrIP7Q1MCFMfa-7Bd8La9QR96MPTALIKGGaGztIrEsZSIgQcXIFCBILTtt3Hi-E4PC6LkiSB/s4080/what-I-thrifted-for-march.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="vintage green mustached men candleholders" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGbHruwThqLnytPUpolQ1Y7QiPvSn1Q04KoIz65IPkificFNp0KdYJaeXnRZI-AzqRzZUoK-3Rj9Hw87FTiUIdkcUsU3HMt3Hor6n4cP7V1JHCWy8lA9gZtrIP7Q1MCFMfa-7Bd8La9QR96MPTALIKGGaGztIrEsZSIgQcXIFCBILTtt3Hi-E4PC6LkiSB/w482-h640/what-I-thrifted-for-march.jpg" title="vintage green mustached men candleholders" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The tops are open and I wasn't sure if they had stopper for salt and pepper shakers or what. I did a little research on them and discovered they are definitely vintage from the 1960's.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6KqGItf1ZTgPFmwrXvrS_PbyUUiFs2kjeWoJqTgr0myQJU53hjsNNW-pyXX77Dbq3ozU2UKmUQNWJ6xYMpRB6Qu4QHatb80EvFiYH0oUAUBBIpnF2xnobx-Jt5xHw03zbFAxJvtVdhW0a7A_YXO9Zz1vln2xBI02cy2k4CgeMk7iCIAKKfXwuRjmHkUJ8/s1600/march-decor-green.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="vintage green mustached men candleholders" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1224" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6KqGItf1ZTgPFmwrXvrS_PbyUUiFs2kjeWoJqTgr0myQJU53hjsNNW-pyXX77Dbq3ozU2UKmUQNWJ6xYMpRB6Qu4QHatb80EvFiYH0oUAUBBIpnF2xnobx-Jt5xHw03zbFAxJvtVdhW0a7A_YXO9Zz1vln2xBI02cy2k4CgeMk7iCIAKKfXwuRjmHkUJ8/w490-h640/march-decor-green.jpg" title="vintage green mustached men candleholders" width="490" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Some of my research said that these were most likely bud vases, which is how I chose to use them. I set them on a vintage cocktail book on my bar.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyobogRNI7HV0zGIZlP2N_8JWcicwnVKAESW84VgwJzsPKhU_O-bF3r1fPTHCW9jTrp77VlKqjPKhzEovgS3qK5L5dlkeDDc3jFGrhkEVjzNjaOgshX8GoTOU4AqihXlDzKZ8ivsqafBpzNOnqK1UOE8A-IdaEWv_E-wb3v2-NgGHYK9WhS44NjNGbBRNs/s1600/vintage-green-mustache-men-candleholders.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="vintage green mustached men candleholders" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1059" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyobogRNI7HV0zGIZlP2N_8JWcicwnVKAESW84VgwJzsPKhU_O-bF3r1fPTHCW9jTrp77VlKqjPKhzEovgS3qK5L5dlkeDDc3jFGrhkEVjzNjaOgshX8GoTOU4AqihXlDzKZ8ivsqafBpzNOnqK1UOE8A-IdaEWv_E-wb3v2-NgGHYK9WhS44NjNGbBRNs/w424-h640/vintage-green-mustache-men-candleholders.jpg" title="vintage green mustached men candleholders" width="424" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Upon further digging I discovered that they almost always come together as a pair. I think they were intended to be candleholders, but for fairly small candles like the Menorah candles I have. They may have been made as soldiers or nutcrackers for Christmas time, but I think they are perfect for March. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">And how do I research? I use Google Lens as a starting point. But then I try to google search words and more information. It is not a perfect search, but it helps me to learn a lot about the items I source and I love researching!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1a_uzW8A6nSqpRSNNvoNpLpeBERtQPOJWRgamYItmt1zMdFLJXqN2OxHchGiOsZ2f074C0EsMItghXSgw9EpRL6bfSDqM3d4hkRUsYmWSty9iTAXXj_52MpT9AkC-L-G7GR-f64otxEpKy3eAkUi6kwQYerxJoxblLSPcLVtmjBDKo6YU0iZW1sLfnmaU/s1600/vintage-green-mustache-men-bud-vases.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="vintage green mustached men candleholders" border="0" data-original-height="1423" data-original-width="1600" height="570" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1a_uzW8A6nSqpRSNNvoNpLpeBERtQPOJWRgamYItmt1zMdFLJXqN2OxHchGiOsZ2f074C0EsMItghXSgw9EpRL6bfSDqM3d4hkRUsYmWSty9iTAXXj_52MpT9AkC-L-G7GR-f64otxEpKy3eAkUi6kwQYerxJoxblLSPcLVtmjBDKo6YU0iZW1sLfnmaU/w640-h570/vintage-green-mustache-men-bud-vases.jpg" title="vintage green mustached men candleholders" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">They look like two, wee, jolly Irishmen ready for a tip of whiskey and they make me smile.</span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-60795414651929687222024-02-29T17:02:00.006-07:002024-02-29T17:02:53.589-07:00Bright and Cheerful Candle Display<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">That's it, I'm done!! Done with winter anyway, done with cold white and brown. So while I always decorate with color, I am ready to add even more bright and cheery colors to my home.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">So, I have been on the thrifting hunt for all things colorful. When I spied this rainbow striped, hand painted, ceramic tray at the thrift store, I knew it had to come home with me. The fact that it was only $3 made it even better.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUHsswmQtPTuZtSoyn3QSVh02vbjjwkUedynYI-3gQWMlRFarYd9Ov13n5mJag5Dm3jkPEsBvVDdD_t4EHUqrlLzpNMOWCobE6U974skDLeKJuXbhkkqR3uOvYyMzW6ROQrRUebnWb0MSmLwPFz730OdUqJvo9O50Do296Zucy0FAPGndI4iw59np3LXYW/s3377/what-I-thrifted.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Bright and Cheerful Candle Display" border="0" data-original-height="3377" data-original-width="2544" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUHsswmQtPTuZtSoyn3QSVh02vbjjwkUedynYI-3gQWMlRFarYd9Ov13n5mJag5Dm3jkPEsBvVDdD_t4EHUqrlLzpNMOWCobE6U974skDLeKJuXbhkkqR3uOvYyMzW6ROQrRUebnWb0MSmLwPFz730OdUqJvo9O50Do296Zucy0FAPGndI4iw59np3LXYW/w482-h640/what-I-thrifted.jpg" title="Bright and Cheerful Candle Display" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The blue on it isn't really "my blue", but I don't care. When you use neutrals for your major decor spaces--walls, cupboards, sofas, etc., you can use all of the other colors as you please. I mostly decorate with dark greens, navy blue, burnt orange, and mustard yellow. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I decided this piece would be a great candle holder for my upper, eat-in kitchen counter where I keep a seasonal centerpiece or display. This is what I had there post Christmas for the winter months:</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6AAuw9FGi1mHhRV7iQArPWYt5owotWjVkzZhNHbj4swp3bn5dVYpO7Jz9EZz-JywuKSoy1MxIY4GlLQ9qI-2rTxdtRd9TvKXDLCEBzFwG8zRowlGR3c4zwNNfbctH9Sqc0PmjN_lBWYsTyaw9eCYCoIdL9ZD1_ef3OK6IPP2BUERGUWIi8ewkosm4oXkk/s1600/rattan-table-runner.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Bright and Cheerful Candle Display" border="0" data-original-height="878" data-original-width="1600" height="352" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6AAuw9FGi1mHhRV7iQArPWYt5owotWjVkzZhNHbj4swp3bn5dVYpO7Jz9EZz-JywuKSoy1MxIY4GlLQ9qI-2rTxdtRd9TvKXDLCEBzFwG8zRowlGR3c4zwNNfbctH9Sqc0PmjN_lBWYsTyaw9eCYCoIdL9ZD1_ef3OK6IPP2BUERGUWIi8ewkosm4oXkk/w640-h352/rattan-table-runner.jpg" title="Bright and Cheerful Candle Display" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Now, This cheerful and bright candle display sits here.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLzNd_B29cT3h7E8HK9G9VpeQ3FEsS4lZRGdDe6MMu8yKkZkf3H44Z4hcng8yGEsPT7nBMn4IuXCCLErnREKvEkWQobYV0_koJQJlpUh3cLeQSjNpS9kcNhah0Kg4QwWSduopZe0WS-HlN5zVjphmupsWz9dRNFfqW3feITJrnAmunvpETztp7r_bHlcNT/s1600/bright-and-cheerful-candle-display-for-spring.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Bright and Cheerful Candle Display" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1148" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLzNd_B29cT3h7E8HK9G9VpeQ3FEsS4lZRGdDe6MMu8yKkZkf3H44Z4hcng8yGEsPT7nBMn4IuXCCLErnREKvEkWQobYV0_koJQJlpUh3cLeQSjNpS9kcNhah0Kg4QwWSduopZe0WS-HlN5zVjphmupsWz9dRNFfqW3feITJrnAmunvpETztp7r_bHlcNT/w460-h640/bright-and-cheerful-candle-display-for-spring.jpg" title="Bright and Cheerful Candle Display" width="460" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I replaced the neutral colored rattan runner with two thrifted, colorful, matchstick placemats.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I simply set the next to each other and placed the rainbow striped dish on top of them.<br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1iQu7sQ8ON5In6SG7MNXBfEJzjG0icRUfHiT6SZ9Bt6wZcuEyMD5e1micIwbUVGX0da-pzUsCES_i6MGIVIcJwwX71Z0s6_ogq3P3hCtT5EpPnYh-ww-dTJxyjqBtGpH8zvziLmghDFudIV7_JFSYV9szPKw8QkVoabzSpGjA7QMgS2UqICxO3OR3usnX/s1600/rainbow-tray-from-the-thrift-store.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Bright and Cheerful Candle Display" border="0" data-original-height="990" data-original-width="1600" height="396" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1iQu7sQ8ON5In6SG7MNXBfEJzjG0icRUfHiT6SZ9Bt6wZcuEyMD5e1micIwbUVGX0da-pzUsCES_i6MGIVIcJwwX71Z0s6_ogq3P3hCtT5EpPnYh-ww-dTJxyjqBtGpH8zvziLmghDFudIV7_JFSYV9szPKw8QkVoabzSpGjA7QMgS2UqICxO3OR3usnX/w640-h396/rainbow-tray-from-the-thrift-store.jpg" title="Bright and Cheerful Candle Display" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I placed modern style wood candlesticks on the tray. I made these a couple years ago and you can read about how and why I made them <a href="https://www.beyondthepicket-fence.com/2022/11/make-it-monday-simple-modern.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje9ym1m20nod5tQ0pR6JrWz0G-DK_rbe31Iqs9GgQVkXaByPEdwAldJClR34by-JiblT6C4TmfrAmlfZm4oV6kzZ6L9MU5cgndaeXAmAzXyZ6exHIXK0qNV8aIR7dBpIkLP6obwtPyDoofARXMIAyFIVz_tVbup6joZJabMUzfs6pZ-gKyRAEa5q7M6wrY/s1293/wood-candlesticks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Bright and Cheerful Candle Display" border="0" data-original-height="1155" data-original-width="1293" height="572" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje9ym1m20nod5tQ0pR6JrWz0G-DK_rbe31Iqs9GgQVkXaByPEdwAldJClR34by-JiblT6C4TmfrAmlfZm4oV6kzZ6L9MU5cgndaeXAmAzXyZ6exHIXK0qNV8aIR7dBpIkLP6obwtPyDoofARXMIAyFIVz_tVbup6joZJabMUzfs6pZ-gKyRAEa5q7M6wrY/w640-h572/wood-candlesticks.jpg" title="Bright and Cheerful Candle Display" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The wood candlesticks adds some of that natural, organic texture that I love and tones down the bright colors. The wood also matches the wood tones in the placemat. The shape of the candlesticks help the display to look clean and modern.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX4f1o-cwt2vr_ABcWJDMudRmvPtXkgfZqYTpqTH1ioO5CU5gXYYBFK_QRwBoeYtn4ZHW0vPrRd4Y4NmpABsftO7Fu_jOifTZII1mqbUOL5V-YHvPqixhYSSCLKIq13g-V48Hae0tsoSfCzkbggLFSc8RZ1_usDGV9Irwwt-OdOYUI8o-ugKhr1g-XMpSC/s1600/candle-snuffer.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Bright and Cheerful Candle Display" border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1600" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX4f1o-cwt2vr_ABcWJDMudRmvPtXkgfZqYTpqTH1ioO5CU5gXYYBFK_QRwBoeYtn4ZHW0vPrRd4Y4NmpABsftO7Fu_jOifTZII1mqbUOL5V-YHvPqixhYSSCLKIq13g-V48Hae0tsoSfCzkbggLFSc8RZ1_usDGV9Irwwt-OdOYUI8o-ugKhr1g-XMpSC/w640-h426/candle-snuffer.jpg" title="Bright and Cheerful Candle Display" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I found a candle snuffer on the same day as I bought the colorful tray. It is brass and has a little bird on it. The style is a bit more cottage than the ret of the display, but it is springy and I like using opposing style elements in one display as it creates interest and tension in the visual components.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZX0-hljLoSzwp12SOVMrXyGSubnyQpCc2Y4Aw5mRwZ0x8UPFnMEZGQ7ebroBtPDp4GAF_CiiGr7Cn86kCjFeggBxMNGj7-F3WD7t2h_IS4xy0ypOMYOapg4Kb3Sc6-pBQsmlkUGx3Dnz4txONg4vD3Kb-_H4bfkp6h7-4bj1VgN12etSyD7w0uszE3jHU/s1166/put-out-candles.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Bright and Cheerful Candle Display" border="0" data-original-height="955" data-original-width="1166" height="524" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZX0-hljLoSzwp12SOVMrXyGSubnyQpCc2Y4Aw5mRwZ0x8UPFnMEZGQ7ebroBtPDp4GAF_CiiGr7Cn86kCjFeggBxMNGj7-F3WD7t2h_IS4xy0ypOMYOapg4Kb3Sc6-pBQsmlkUGx3Dnz4txONg4vD3Kb-_H4bfkp6h7-4bj1VgN12etSyD7w0uszE3jHU/w640-h524/put-out-candles.jpg" title="Bright and Cheerful Candle Display" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">And, it works well! Today's thrift tips are: have fun with your decor, add some springy colors that make you happy, and if it catches your eye at the thrift store, you typically can find a way to use the item in your home.</span><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /><br /></span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-1803767161415536382024-02-28T15:35:00.000-07:002024-02-28T15:35:00.824-07:00Vintage Thrifted Art<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Art is one of my favorite things to thrift, if not my very favorite. I always take the time to look through the art area at my local thrift stores. A vintage pastel drawing of an iris and a vintage, bamboo frame were both found on the same day, but in different thrift stores.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwWR_bFMewnKB8hAPrb5YWKc515AVU1y8FfeetFnohSCLGNd_nENJupt5w-l5IrpWdY4La5EDrmaB0JBv674rS6D-TA8Y2xMCUfFQKLINOqB20QysIn8dFkX3CPmEasF88wuqrqZPthT2Ft6O0R3KM1U9lb8XESnCCZTImuVL_n-qSVCdI8AaeboongygV/s4080/thrifted-finds-before.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Thrifted Art" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwWR_bFMewnKB8hAPrb5YWKc515AVU1y8FfeetFnohSCLGNd_nENJupt5w-l5IrpWdY4La5EDrmaB0JBv674rS6D-TA8Y2xMCUfFQKLINOqB20QysIn8dFkX3CPmEasF88wuqrqZPthT2Ft6O0R3KM1U9lb8XESnCCZTImuVL_n-qSVCdI8AaeboongygV/w482-h640/thrifted-finds-before.jpg" title="Vintage Thrifted Art" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I loved the art--the green background with the white and yellow iris sings spring vibes to me, but the goldish papered frame wasn't quite right. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFZrOOOA-g1Z0g22Rbh4cR4Qa7l57HssQe6DYvCF37cNRNE3DU62lQE57Q6EjwbsVMlUfulz4Hp4r3cQdeD1x55Ukz9e5TcgESVt28A4hXxRMZvkBpql9PJuvh9xYJtH4AGf6tlVvRxyHhxoAkGf5SGaU1zdrqjpq0qTX9sbyBMxPCqDxKhQsux0STi1eC/s1600/vintage-bamboo-frame-with-iris-sketch.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Thrifted Art" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1579" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFZrOOOA-g1Z0g22Rbh4cR4Qa7l57HssQe6DYvCF37cNRNE3DU62lQE57Q6EjwbsVMlUfulz4Hp4r3cQdeD1x55Ukz9e5TcgESVt28A4hXxRMZvkBpql9PJuvh9xYJtH4AGf6tlVvRxyHhxoAkGf5SGaU1zdrqjpq0qTX9sbyBMxPCqDxKhQsux0STi1eC/w632-h640/vintage-bamboo-frame-with-iris-sketch.jpg" title="Vintage Thrifted Art" width="632" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I had bought the bamboo frame first and decided it would be a perfect fit for the iris art. I had to carefully remove the art from the matte it was glued to. I then taped it (with acid free tape) to the matte that came with the vintage frame.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSSyIM3YN-dXx5vMBb_tT1gR8W8vFd19CPiyOn7xRQIiZSCiOk69U_Zx5u2CQo8vfgDBlm8E5B2juGEsqbaZjiR_CUEkTmndH14xJm4ZOlyrY1CMzUMbZuDc-1edjI2-nrowFqFyuHg-QG0Panlt72SUfp3Il18CNZM1EQ7kd4EvZRHgam12yCK8T7qUjm/s1600/vintage-thrifted-art.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Thrifted Art" border="0" data-original-height="1115" data-original-width="1600" height="446" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSSyIM3YN-dXx5vMBb_tT1gR8W8vFd19CPiyOn7xRQIiZSCiOk69U_Zx5u2CQo8vfgDBlm8E5B2juGEsqbaZjiR_CUEkTmndH14xJm4ZOlyrY1CMzUMbZuDc-1edjI2-nrowFqFyuHg-QG0Panlt72SUfp3Il18CNZM1EQ7kd4EvZRHgam12yCK8T7qUjm/w640-h446/vintage-thrifted-art.jpg" title="Vintage Thrifted Art" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Propping the art on my entryway shelf with other thrift store finds that have similar tones and textures is the perfect way to say, "Welcome spring, we are ready to greet you."</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvb8PtUjCGjxOHc-PEOr1WVm5r_m8SBcbTlPyUPndOi9-r4ytAAuPHxXx2Tei3edZInTS0JOAIrjAT6LjfMqh5v9LdJZ2wAP7mByja3e7UVJfKQ0jSpBDyRkGz7U_d6lNoZhymQ6jFoKxEas4eBmHBXXZ5WHAgyF0S2yHFx22iOQgMnWpKwMNzgjg3KebK/s1600/vintage-thrift-store-art-reframed.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Thrifted Art" border="0" data-original-height="1302" data-original-width="1600" height="520" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhvb8PtUjCGjxOHc-PEOr1WVm5r_m8SBcbTlPyUPndOi9-r4ytAAuPHxXx2Tei3edZInTS0JOAIrjAT6LjfMqh5v9LdJZ2wAP7mByja3e7UVJfKQ0jSpBDyRkGz7U_d6lNoZhymQ6jFoKxEas4eBmHBXXZ5WHAgyF0S2yHFx22iOQgMnWpKwMNzgjg3KebK/w640-h520/vintage-thrift-store-art-reframed.jpg" title="Vintage Thrifted Art" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The vintage, bamboo frame is perfect for the vintage art. Remember, you can reframe thrifted art and make it more compatible with the artwork and your home.<br /></span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-26841240505045997442024-02-19T17:29:00.001-07:002024-02-19T17:29:05.339-07:00Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I have been sourcing some wonderful items lately that all seem to share a common rustic theme with fantastic, earthy and organic texture.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMvMgBMhDMreM0mD4womKYi05CiCqA6HKqrfvNA5SkahcI15LlQn-7kx4g8WxuyM0Fw0Cp5Seq7643K2kTLAymj1gcMBWv9pH1imxwIdkhVX7DcEMDNIaWEfvjjGYj_ybVWcF-h2gkPalOzk5krlR79BKqEawb206DEjm49OEx60ewOCoMbbBbUuzi0r22/s1600/rustic-finds-with-earthy-organic-textures.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1194" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMvMgBMhDMreM0mD4womKYi05CiCqA6HKqrfvNA5SkahcI15LlQn-7kx4g8WxuyM0Fw0Cp5Seq7643K2kTLAymj1gcMBWv9pH1imxwIdkhVX7DcEMDNIaWEfvjjGYj_ybVWcF-h2gkPalOzk5krlR79BKqEawb206DEjm49OEx60ewOCoMbbBbUuzi0r22/w478-h640/rustic-finds-with-earthy-organic-textures.jpg" title="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" width="478" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Keep reading to learn more about some of these fabulous finds.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcRMe1sNS83rrEezRIc_l13eo9ekC12usC3iUJKlf5dgNpda200-tDlFetXJtPckWwIbQqFrOyT2RHHKQcfsBQ1s8T0-2tXftGQRPhtX9iJjv-60vIAbjjrX-zu-zXnvw54jtoKUOkSpxhI5oMadhV8WbljJ8qLJvtt4a6s8CCJ1yKhziMAu5QW2HJIjPR/s1600/wood-printers-tray-and-antique-mirror.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcRMe1sNS83rrEezRIc_l13eo9ekC12usC3iUJKlf5dgNpda200-tDlFetXJtPckWwIbQqFrOyT2RHHKQcfsBQ1s8T0-2tXftGQRPhtX9iJjv-60vIAbjjrX-zu-zXnvw54jtoKUOkSpxhI5oMadhV8WbljJ8qLJvtt4a6s8CCJ1yKhziMAu5QW2HJIjPR/w426-h640/wood-printers-tray-and-antique-mirror.jpg" title="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Wood printers trays have been a staple for those who love antiques for as long as I can remember. One of my childhood friend's mom had one hanging on her wall with lots of little trinkets displayed in the small cubbies. Today, I would hang this on my wall as is without filling it. It has a lovely, aged wood tone and would add interesting texture and warmth to a flat wall.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I loved the sides of the antique mirror with the reverse glass painting on the top. The wood cutting board has great patina.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFHXRoCPVM1V2JwhHL77NbRGXdf0t3NG9zMO9_rT8zoEPlHE790CV6mnuQ_QmG1Ql3B3RC2raGaWpdyqojrCd3r16ddoWfQAaGZFTbogjU2Vfdq87tiwG6lwn_ibiNrNDgrntTP8GPNtMn1hBJsi_cznOOjHLlzDrO2nttbds9W8WMySbTHMLGoaFIgAXq/s1600/antique-carved-wood-bear-candlestick.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1128" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFHXRoCPVM1V2JwhHL77NbRGXdf0t3NG9zMO9_rT8zoEPlHE790CV6mnuQ_QmG1Ql3B3RC2raGaWpdyqojrCd3r16ddoWfQAaGZFTbogjU2Vfdq87tiwG6lwn_ibiNrNDgrntTP8GPNtMn1hBJsi_cznOOjHLlzDrO2nttbds9W8WMySbTHMLGoaFIgAXq/w452-h640/antique-carved-wood-bear-candlestick.jpg" title="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" width="452" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">A leather binocular case will get flowers and as far as I can tell, the carved, black forest, bear candlestick is a genuine antique and has some value. The square wood box has a little wood handle that when I first saw it, I thought it was a goose. The light colored wood box has Egyptian drawings on it and was used as an invitation to an Egyptian slide show. Slide shows? Yes, that is something my parents did in the 60's and early 70's to entertain guests.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix0EEpOCgqMnRNyXCkfo3_4SBjUcydPzOcK0G4Jzt5MCnXf6aBuVFVKtDDcLtL-1n7XV6PlW55HkzFgSEULk2agImDKKHhim3QhMRHO5X8EzBx2VQtkmiLr-DdNXLLeQLaiOQpPdTWEHNRqONyALk-zhcgK0aQqyWruwE7EWyeVQZM7SGyUdTnX_3K4adS/s1600/basket-and-vintage-crewel.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix0EEpOCgqMnRNyXCkfo3_4SBjUcydPzOcK0G4Jzt5MCnXf6aBuVFVKtDDcLtL-1n7XV6PlW55HkzFgSEULk2agImDKKHhim3QhMRHO5X8EzBx2VQtkmiLr-DdNXLLeQLaiOQpPdTWEHNRqONyALk-zhcgK0aQqyWruwE7EWyeVQZM7SGyUdTnX_3K4adS/w426-h640/basket-and-vintage-crewel.jpg" title="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">A beautiful hand-woven, lidded basket with handles and a vintage crewel with an indigenous design would look good together. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPfH6OV3S3NkuRKIvGOJzYZL8-dd6MeGIt6i6aBeWicl58Vq5pzZGlRai3hPLWFlrGkrNbWZbkXeYjU3lDoYx3lX4p6c5D1bMHz5ypnSWIrasFi4bXpvSNju3INGD5S2lq0ozqCPtC376B0uarUIOYORaiOPnAQ6KueHcpFgV-X_47p171RhcQ_sI_wf0T/s1600/vintage-wood-chair-and-deer-pillow.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1016" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPfH6OV3S3NkuRKIvGOJzYZL8-dd6MeGIt6i6aBeWicl58Vq5pzZGlRai3hPLWFlrGkrNbWZbkXeYjU3lDoYx3lX4p6c5D1bMHz5ypnSWIrasFi4bXpvSNju3INGD5S2lq0ozqCPtC376B0uarUIOYORaiOPnAQ6KueHcpFgV-X_47p171RhcQ_sI_wf0T/w406-h640/vintage-wood-chair-and-deer-pillow.jpg" title="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" width="406" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">This vintage, bentwood, oak chair is very solid. It may get recovered in the deer tapestry. The deer pillow has a cottagecore vibe. The white, striped, cotton blanket is clean and the perfect throw blanket.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDEcz_Z1JdaK5QTlksg3bd_nb26jmjwQMWK9JwXBBGf6MaSnwG5nsURLGYBbMtdHZy07CIQn4BCSNSZRdWUvkaJMv-cNRl888mgQO9wZDoZTCZxo1noAfvxg3oynnuHdh09qK42vjyNJ8BpHMB796IlZ5vbwWQeFVffyVu0fxahrniG7IIQ_ak_yqn39DG/s1600/brass-crab-ashtray-wood-scrapbook.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1208" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDEcz_Z1JdaK5QTlksg3bd_nb26jmjwQMWK9JwXBBGf6MaSnwG5nsURLGYBbMtdHZy07CIQn4BCSNSZRdWUvkaJMv-cNRl888mgQO9wZDoZTCZxo1noAfvxg3oynnuHdh09qK42vjyNJ8BpHMB796IlZ5vbwWQeFVffyVu0fxahrniG7IIQ_ak_yqn39DG/w484-h640/brass-crab-ashtray-wood-scrapbook.jpg" title="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" width="484" /></a></div>The vintage, brass crab is heavy and the shell opens to reveal an ashtray (one of the indicators that it is vintage). The brass mirror is an antique, which is obvious if you saw the wood back. I would like to find a mirror to fit in it. The wood scrapbook has black paper pages and it does have one, old, black and white photo, circa 1950, in it.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXHXzLD5eByVCJ3hNQHnd-qj4OP5N3T0X1e4J3BWaipi8P2IAWxysMB8lCKquXoSOmN6E3dN-AcMrB3geUKcs9Q-pVJPiNbdn77QM5tHA43wxbWqvbiH9ciGKVWA9LiBQUysVum1Zi6iE3WydMqgBFv_RivOmmhh6Znwzy2dbwYYHflJAbcVFgZfqsicSy/s1600/small-wood-bowls-and-swan.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1211" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXHXzLD5eByVCJ3hNQHnd-qj4OP5N3T0X1e4J3BWaipi8P2IAWxysMB8lCKquXoSOmN6E3dN-AcMrB3geUKcs9Q-pVJPiNbdn77QM5tHA43wxbWqvbiH9ciGKVWA9LiBQUysVum1Zi6iE3WydMqgBFv_RivOmmhh6Znwzy2dbwYYHflJAbcVFgZfqsicSy/w484-h640/small-wood-bowls-and-swan.jpg" title="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" width="484" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The three small wood bowls or dishes will get some furniture salve. They are the perfect size to hold rings or change on a dresser or vanity. The little, white ceramic swan is open on top for a tiny plant or ??? The metal box has a nice, tarnished patina and is velvet lined. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwySpivjaE7B8WXaN8wt55bj8mkJvUURbwTv641TPWWKqMgXF-krNcbrDdGurSJMLnc2dZzBouzTWr9lNWi0wQ8943BpYSTmpiNSLHFbCvYgRjzOkX8jpM2HdPs3waJ0HLv37Cv6ZB0fF7mnno-4kWlpHR3gfaNRDaHdFJaMO6xcwij4YKLF9cMIlLs8Rs/s1600/wood-leather-wicker-textures.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwySpivjaE7B8WXaN8wt55bj8mkJvUURbwTv641TPWWKqMgXF-krNcbrDdGurSJMLnc2dZzBouzTWr9lNWi0wQ8943BpYSTmpiNSLHFbCvYgRjzOkX8jpM2HdPs3waJ0HLv37Cv6ZB0fF7mnno-4kWlpHR3gfaNRDaHdFJaMO6xcwij4YKLF9cMIlLs8Rs/w426-h640/wood-leather-wicker-textures.jpg" title="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">A couple vintage book page prints will get framed.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6fsMrRTcSvV0479fkjmhZ4cr_EqF28inJNp_Mcy_vAaw-NNAKZjDU9QegwiZirMB23eWS-U5PR7tE0LUm-bJRhmaNZ9kfBwGhNutiMoGxQY6TxHrWje7xtjyFjyK4wcCCcSj_v2iqie3kK5pgvOtj5pSV0O91RpXeOyH7ZISfS26ns4zwF30_FxFrdR0H/s1600/vintage-curated-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1225" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6fsMrRTcSvV0479fkjmhZ4cr_EqF28inJNp_Mcy_vAaw-NNAKZjDU9QegwiZirMB23eWS-U5PR7tE0LUm-bJRhmaNZ9kfBwGhNutiMoGxQY6TxHrWje7xtjyFjyK4wcCCcSj_v2iqie3kK5pgvOtj5pSV0O91RpXeOyH7ZISfS26ns4zwF30_FxFrdR0H/w490-h640/vintage-curated-finds.jpg" title="Rustic, Vintage, Curated Finds with Organic Texture" width="490" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I like to use the word curated for the items that I find for my shop. I do not randomly pick and buy items, but rather take the times to find and select items that I think are special and unique and that I love and would use in my own home. </span></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-2308102547506171812024-02-15T16:18:00.007-07:002024-02-15T16:18:54.774-07:00Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Thrift stores are full of fabulous, vintage and antique, wood furniture pieces. I recently found a bench with a caned seat and an antique mirror that would have been on a dresser.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIPLuxMclPJ8PfKxAfE-t2McEwJvU6xay1nqR2RyFkzHFfDonCHeHPv4PrwoFAjMuGQJkI-2jwwO3HRc8a0zhprCKCAiuWTTSbr3_WCXN77rZIvMpkkXEe5joQrYj-VtSyL_9sN3AUP71Vu48eW9bsAi84IOwabk99tGVhDpF-dyBal9ecXYpPxDNGzgHH/s3125/thrift-store-bench-and-mirror-before.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" border="0" data-original-height="3125" data-original-width="2193" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIPLuxMclPJ8PfKxAfE-t2McEwJvU6xay1nqR2RyFkzHFfDonCHeHPv4PrwoFAjMuGQJkI-2jwwO3HRc8a0zhprCKCAiuWTTSbr3_WCXN77rZIvMpkkXEe5joQrYj-VtSyL_9sN3AUP71Vu48eW9bsAi84IOwabk99tGVhDpF-dyBal9ecXYpPxDNGzgHH/w450-h640/thrift-store-bench-and-mirror-before.jpg" title="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" width="450" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">While I love the look and warmth of natural wood, both of these pieces needed some work and so I made the decision to paint them a dark, bluish green color that I mixed up from several different paints.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4wd_CUxYRQ32M9RQ9Ju9uz4X5Vc0hEzoojKlfkV94ykNSZYHNmW09FxWVBnKWrRC9S83BSu8M6mWr3hwV5FCiNf_P6CQNHZEK5b2P05tOmtBUQqbCafFS9NjYVMG0-vMJI_VC27_BsodLPXKbrTZ934F37aqxqUN-Acr8cnMYgvi0T2vI_z_JROWAmRTT/s1600/vintage%20bench-and%20antique-mirror-rom-the-thrift-store.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1063" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4wd_CUxYRQ32M9RQ9Ju9uz4X5Vc0hEzoojKlfkV94ykNSZYHNmW09FxWVBnKWrRC9S83BSu8M6mWr3hwV5FCiNf_P6CQNHZEK5b2P05tOmtBUQqbCafFS9NjYVMG0-vMJI_VC27_BsodLPXKbrTZ934F37aqxqUN-Acr8cnMYgvi0T2vI_z_JROWAmRTT/w426-h640/vintage%20bench-and%20antique-mirror-rom-the-thrift-store.jpg" title="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" width="426" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The mirror had cup hooks all along the bottom of it that I am sure someone used for jewelry. I pulled those out and filled the holes with wood filler. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj27tuFiQHaEtfpRSoUeoil4wcIipk7z9YRMHU8qNlFNFPF2QkD0JNOcwvGXyG4lja7U27F6MGFH-vwEgLudU32Fe0z9j6FexWvgSFXHzu-BPyRx3NdI_tY2WzroYuEuFJ8molgSJmJjhC72gI2k0wIfGjliy_oYnmoSYv9xp9_S22nQzuSV3SLRq-vWhuv/s3476/remove-hooks-and-fill-holes.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" border="0" data-original-height="3476" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj27tuFiQHaEtfpRSoUeoil4wcIipk7z9YRMHU8qNlFNFPF2QkD0JNOcwvGXyG4lja7U27F6MGFH-vwEgLudU32Fe0z9j6FexWvgSFXHzu-BPyRx3NdI_tY2WzroYuEuFJ8molgSJmJjhC72gI2k0wIfGjliy_oYnmoSYv9xp9_S22nQzuSV3SLRq-vWhuv/w566-h640/remove-hooks-and-fill-holes.jpg" title="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" width="566" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I knew that the holes, even though filled, would still show if I didn't paint over them. The bench was scratched and one of the wood medallions on a leg was missing so I decided it needed paint as well.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrZaQQsMSxnT5b1FHoPBbHbnXP-jY6w1NUhn7WEHrGYpk_eoSekkNzTHMZw0zwO5Ab5CIPqDREd7m7ejk8CP-UFMSMBMTPO2m_EYhIRZxCiZtY3bca0PaW08wyJv52RNbD74NeaGPpfHLfADJdLiQYolnoQCObx-9_B9pVK0jb2IkDguFCis8mnoI0pNSq/s4080/tape-before-painting.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" border="0" data-original-height="3072" data-original-width="4080" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrZaQQsMSxnT5b1FHoPBbHbnXP-jY6w1NUhn7WEHrGYpk_eoSekkNzTHMZw0zwO5Ab5CIPqDREd7m7ejk8CP-UFMSMBMTPO2m_EYhIRZxCiZtY3bca0PaW08wyJv52RNbD74NeaGPpfHLfADJdLiQYolnoQCObx-9_B9pVK0jb2IkDguFCis8mnoI0pNSq/w640-h482/tape-before-painting.jpg" title="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" width="640" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I taped off the mirror and the caning on the bench and used a knife to trim the tape on the rounded corners. Paint prep is a pain, but so worth it in the end.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBd9aEQLNrB5z0GM5D9UzIx-QP1C_UZgaeXhgyM8OJxY18dfIzK9_b6gMzPW52e20O-TcKeDY7ECDWUuspBdLP50dWKjQoDwrcVqzORxqllaxDi38G2argk94I9DFp9P29tQcL9pHGKFP6PIPWRGGLyVB5SQlRcwhDq0LVgafTaghPthgCUuawalHn_D3K/s4080/tape-and-paint-green.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBd9aEQLNrB5z0GM5D9UzIx-QP1C_UZgaeXhgyM8OJxY18dfIzK9_b6gMzPW52e20O-TcKeDY7ECDWUuspBdLP50dWKjQoDwrcVqzORxqllaxDi38G2argk94I9DFp9P29tQcL9pHGKFP6PIPWRGGLyVB5SQlRcwhDq0LVgafTaghPthgCUuawalHn_D3K/w482-h640/tape-and-paint-green.jpg" title="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" width="482" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">After lightly sanding each piece and wiping them down, I painted two coats of the self-mixed dark green paint.</span><span style="font-family: arial;">When the paint was dry, I sanded a pit off it off on the detailed area on the top of the mirror and on the legs and handles of the bench. </span><span style="font-family: arial;">A matte clear coat of Min-Wax Polyacrylic completed the transformations for these two thrift store pieces. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEHRyQqWYuObG2ewN3psWVbmD93MirBWM-1SniYV0RYPqukb5fxpwoYizwRYuw2ftkQxE7mo2z1i3pkXnW7vycMnPPC7tZuNmjTagbGWIl_jEWjfYhd9b2mysRJol5q9cEPjCv04d-1AfonQI0YwgMQmGWwHinpNXysUUAaVsCkeZyXju5oNAjFWyeCcpN/s3519/remove-tape-to-reveal-clean-lines.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" border="0" data-original-height="3519" data-original-width="2270" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEHRyQqWYuObG2ewN3psWVbmD93MirBWM-1SniYV0RYPqukb5fxpwoYizwRYuw2ftkQxE7mo2z1i3pkXnW7vycMnPPC7tZuNmjTagbGWIl_jEWjfYhd9b2mysRJol5q9cEPjCv04d-1AfonQI0YwgMQmGWwHinpNXysUUAaVsCkeZyXju5oNAjFWyeCcpN/w412-h640/remove-tape-to-reveal-clean-lines.jpg" title="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" width="412" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Oh, and removing the tape to reveal clean lines is so satisfying!</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga8tqryFsw79eJpsHjnxbiRoUEl74rSHjS878JOsQGMMPOKI0FP8zAETwQPOq-T6N0xcQMBTPB2gPpfHmbhIMFPYtC0izJoJUhMZq90wsIbT8fCcQUeWU2FfS-M4dklXggboEEn1eopk871uMeUYe7ELDBHD77wTogZMtSJPWrI0sZYtjMTtgkf6eMnA0I/s1600/frehen-up-thrift-store-find-with-paint.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="952" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga8tqryFsw79eJpsHjnxbiRoUEl74rSHjS878JOsQGMMPOKI0FP8zAETwQPOq-T6N0xcQMBTPB2gPpfHmbhIMFPYtC0izJoJUhMZq90wsIbT8fCcQUeWU2FfS-M4dklXggboEEn1eopk871uMeUYe7ELDBHD77wTogZMtSJPWrI0sZYtjMTtgkf6eMnA0I/w380-h640/frehen-up-thrift-store-find-with-paint.jpg" title="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" width="380" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I did not paint over priceless antiques and the paint freshens and updates these wood finds and gives them new life for a new owner. I staged the bench with two thrift store pillows, neither one has green in it, but I love how they look with the bench and wall tapestry.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqpJV6jSjuWMoEVks0cbiyCM-uaqksE7MJWzTbl9ZPeu4N4IsXArrI_kj_AVg5UiV1qNYY_kLneumjdKi5-sxlgxJt_WqE12ADcHInsP41F9ONgA0ZgNhSD-PjQcCiSzsx08YXUAFNq9CdmCRjaLq3XyTjTiwKrxYUoSEW28K_KKXpnC5GJcDUPNU_xHqA/s1600/vintage-bench-with-caning.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" border="0" data-original-height="1199" data-original-width="1600" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqpJV6jSjuWMoEVks0cbiyCM-uaqksE7MJWzTbl9ZPeu4N4IsXArrI_kj_AVg5UiV1qNYY_kLneumjdKi5-sxlgxJt_WqE12ADcHInsP41F9ONgA0ZgNhSD-PjQcCiSzsx08YXUAFNq9CdmCRjaLq3XyTjTiwKrxYUoSEW28K_KKXpnC5GJcDUPNU_xHqA/w640-h480/vintage-bench-with-caning.jpg" title="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" width="640" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">My daughter studied in Italy last spring and so many of her photos had art and mirrors layered over tapestries or fabric covered walls. The layers add warmth and interest to a space. This thrifted tapestry is the perfect backdrop for the green mirror and bench and easy to change up or move. Ohh, and hello! There I am in the mirror.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiD55rEaqShVecR6FDVYw99buJgHLqiQ3rUTAmWn15GA0Ee5wUXXya8hJld_2zSpq_INFEQfOCLt6-fbDpChMVDNLpPw26VHWIR37DJdg8FM5I0LFS_ftCEmoMh3qpqq4OPtpuzwOr4BO-Ea7DE2_4TW8VMdSM4XcZC2i4j93rd0hfZMLoe-cdQgD8JJzE/s1600/paint-wood-thrift-store-finds-to-update-them.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1099" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiD55rEaqShVecR6FDVYw99buJgHLqiQ3rUTAmWn15GA0Ee5wUXXya8hJld_2zSpq_INFEQfOCLt6-fbDpChMVDNLpPw26VHWIR37DJdg8FM5I0LFS_ftCEmoMh3qpqq4OPtpuzwOr4BO-Ea7DE2_4TW8VMdSM4XcZC2i4j93rd0hfZMLoe-cdQgD8JJzE/w440-h640/paint-wood-thrift-store-finds-to-update-them.jpg" title="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" width="440" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Hint--if you resell, paint items that can work together the same color and hope for a bundle purchase. While I love both of these pieces they will be for sale in my pop-up shop at the end of the month.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwroSntuF_MIn8JZ4sihB7CoAaTjzF-uRP0IhRhYqKYQqwwovV3KJCaJTdlH_oJd6TGE4pAA3vhoqlsX0OpOyyczxN5VsMsF3ywYgtRBUoGRVjf-1jRyFY224BBsiULfmk7-NFdZlRBmld3mDyMoBX4heB82R4VP7d4Zb5eogFzF9zEdeGP5HVrcNvd372/s1600/thrift-store-wool-tapestry-on-the-wall.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="950" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwroSntuF_MIn8JZ4sihB7CoAaTjzF-uRP0IhRhYqKYQqwwovV3KJCaJTdlH_oJd6TGE4pAA3vhoqlsX0OpOyyczxN5VsMsF3ywYgtRBUoGRVjf-1jRyFY224BBsiULfmk7-NFdZlRBmld3mDyMoBX4heB82R4VP7d4Zb5eogFzF9zEdeGP5HVrcNvd372/w380-h640/thrift-store-wool-tapestry-on-the-wall.jpg" title="Updating Thrift Store Finds with Paint" width="380" /></a></div></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-32066342016385368432024-02-13T15:52:00.006-07:002024-02-13T15:52:50.109-07:00Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The sun is shining today and while running errands, I had to take my coat off. Spring is in the air, at least for today. And while I am trying to hold off until March 1st to decorate with spring decor, I am getting items ready for both my home and my pop-up shop. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY9qNbWJjjiMtWut8c96AEpyC5xEVFw-7HJJD67lIGd1fTIGC9JnIFLi-YhMCbkKFTBEmuWe-QM5nFgAwEKkI40WpegAbOKmB6VrCMuhhSEZfAP5V6lMTB8txsbPcw61IEkibUvIvgfwnT7-WJ7tjSSIGNpzsa_Y9arGw3BNh6ij9Hbz9nz_H3SE3yVE13/s4080/thrift-store-hanging-basket.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY9qNbWJjjiMtWut8c96AEpyC5xEVFw-7HJJD67lIGd1fTIGC9JnIFLi-YhMCbkKFTBEmuWe-QM5nFgAwEKkI40WpegAbOKmB6VrCMuhhSEZfAP5V6lMTB8txsbPcw61IEkibUvIvgfwnT7-WJ7tjSSIGNpzsa_Y9arGw3BNh6ij9Hbz9nz_H3SE3yVE13/w482-h640/thrift-store-hanging-basket.jpg" title="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">When i spied this basket at the thrift store, I knew it would make a perfect hanging flower basket.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg-wP9Hpa35db9tNPH6SeVu99ip_qiPnfZVw-UR7HJAGJh2ZOJnmUQm0kPcPDvg9lhs1zn19hqEMaTP_pbfmCN22V99_GGYO0xG9v9fZxPVQsWHiY223e4iX9mevRnPAI7qfY1gvyqtGnpbvxmZNp7529HmHoAAdG-BAivojto1QYl7-6zAj6fHvngg9Os/s1600/hanging-flower-basket-for-spring-made-with-thrift-store-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1136" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg-wP9Hpa35db9tNPH6SeVu99ip_qiPnfZVw-UR7HJAGJh2ZOJnmUQm0kPcPDvg9lhs1zn19hqEMaTP_pbfmCN22V99_GGYO0xG9v9fZxPVQsWHiY223e4iX9mevRnPAI7qfY1gvyqtGnpbvxmZNp7529HmHoAAdG-BAivojto1QYl7-6zAj6fHvngg9Os/w454-h640/hanging-flower-basket-for-spring-made-with-thrift-store-finds.jpg" title="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" width="454" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I added a floral foam block to the bottom of the basket. I got this from the thrift store. I always look for them as they are much less expensive from the thrift store. I trimmed the ends of faux floral stem, which are also thrifted. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivx5KAs2OxIsXlPPnGG05uZgyCeBqnUSmtVtrMstxSp9n3QtNfOvJ3yBsmcsh6X40K1NTL8ezbA10XBDCDre4w59Rbw6FREoiYCnBcqya4YeBnN_-MVCN49ip7fBU5ADb9R_6Fr8ke49sXwcgRO1S3o6Unr-1EuBopFP1S4CkBdsKV1v6HjsLiAfIoY2Sg/s3536/clip-faux-stems.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="3536" data-original-width="2687" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivx5KAs2OxIsXlPPnGG05uZgyCeBqnUSmtVtrMstxSp9n3QtNfOvJ3yBsmcsh6X40K1NTL8ezbA10XBDCDre4w59Rbw6FREoiYCnBcqya4YeBnN_-MVCN49ip7fBU5ADb9R_6Fr8ke49sXwcgRO1S3o6Unr-1EuBopFP1S4CkBdsKV1v6HjsLiAfIoY2Sg/w486-h640/clip-faux-stems.jpg" title="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" width="486" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I arranged the flowers in groups, add in height on one side, and bending the flowers over so they look more natural.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAxa4LV1rJU4InmFYU3POgJi8vuFvC9VZk0JoeGlmY3N-NWdKTVDzEOS_uGtBsY_z_WleIbbhEGdXHGvuUQW9WKZmc1Dt3Q9SLPbF8R_fH9ZgxMJHD-mgxxVw5Hpo89iHGaO-LQ3NvftlI_8F0_Dj3YmObdTv8H8rb9e7agabQWLDk71_7xea8by0jBFoy/s3230/use-a-floral-foam-block-to-hold-flowers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="3230" data-original-width="2364" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAxa4LV1rJU4InmFYU3POgJi8vuFvC9VZk0JoeGlmY3N-NWdKTVDzEOS_uGtBsY_z_WleIbbhEGdXHGvuUQW9WKZmc1Dt3Q9SLPbF8R_fH9ZgxMJHD-mgxxVw5Hpo89iHGaO-LQ3NvftlI_8F0_Dj3YmObdTv8H8rb9e7agabQWLDk71_7xea8by0jBFoy/w468-h640/use-a-floral-foam-block-to-hold-flowers.jpg" title="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" width="468" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I tied on a white wired ribbon.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB55VCngrIhEqJ1L_ZkhPxCckFG2NBkhwPQRiZ7ASm7kktoei4cqPQ0llFJ5WN2LFBwAG220kCfqEKax7Ws8TQuDqShoG4rUFTzcqFf6xXMrbq5WdVYV-5CMNM8p2sW5l-JpgjE6hJRiQxJaSPgnOX__Z79IR0bYuusaggULQyFKWm2Q9PimJoSwIl9GJN/s4080/tie-on-a-wire-edged-ribbon.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB55VCngrIhEqJ1L_ZkhPxCckFG2NBkhwPQRiZ7ASm7kktoei4cqPQ0llFJ5WN2LFBwAG220kCfqEKax7Ws8TQuDqShoG4rUFTzcqFf6xXMrbq5WdVYV-5CMNM8p2sW5l-JpgjE6hJRiQxJaSPgnOX__Z79IR0bYuusaggULQyFKWm2Q9PimJoSwIl9GJN/w482-h640/tie-on-a-wire-edged-ribbon.jpg" title="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" width="482" /></a></div></div><span style="font-family: arial;">If I am using fake flowers I always make sure to use good looking ones and I add something real, usually sticks or branches</span><span style="font-family: arial;">. I added just a few curly willow branches for interest.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpBguqtqDSPmaaz_73417eBwzAFxor0qmibn-z7T2ftg-85SaCMaQ2XI6mfX_mbdTzQvfW33C2eog5uXMd9zNCY42dAYExSPSw3qA031saTKZeXJLHmcKtCPYHU2cUhRtNuuVYrJUmzDOe3L4lsXRsWScLkRVpocDVKMUrJGWmoIeWD2fj5daiu_idWtBJ/s3252/add-natural-sticks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="3252" data-original-width="2469" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpBguqtqDSPmaaz_73417eBwzAFxor0qmibn-z7T2ftg-85SaCMaQ2XI6mfX_mbdTzQvfW33C2eog5uXMd9zNCY42dAYExSPSw3qA031saTKZeXJLHmcKtCPYHU2cUhRtNuuVYrJUmzDOe3L4lsXRsWScLkRVpocDVKMUrJGWmoIeWD2fj5daiu_idWtBJ/w486-h640/add-natural-sticks.jpg" title="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" width="486" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">This basket is sweet hanging on a doorknob that you don't use often like in the picture above or on a hook in an entryway.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxOB84FNL_GqXXVIVWPrMpk2qQQZqpOZv6jI5aAhzbaDAptAo5ezuZRpJ5_dd3xnxo8hVf-Oj6wiFuHI0KK5FSCLZilkq9evPew7_bT6Hehd8NFHkco77ICy8EOr2P_3jF-8YcVF-Ex7D2VJfpWQ4aVmY4KEYWdqwHiNAVXjKuiJRe5wntGLQhluK0OGg6/s1600/early-spring-flower-display.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1074" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxOB84FNL_GqXXVIVWPrMpk2qQQZqpOZv6jI5aAhzbaDAptAo5ezuZRpJ5_dd3xnxo8hVf-Oj6wiFuHI0KK5FSCLZilkq9evPew7_bT6Hehd8NFHkco77ICy8EOr2P_3jF-8YcVF-Ex7D2VJfpWQ4aVmY4KEYWdqwHiNAVXjKuiJRe5wntGLQhluK0OGg6/w430-h640/early-spring-flower-display.jpg" title="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" width="430" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Hang it on a picket fence on the front porch</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4LBS8CJP70a64cB9NSfHU3qii5NQ_AB6KKTRx_X38TvqW-9VWajFGeScIKYSsO-oSBZbSbQr55t2ygk9VlKGciMb75_HEbOU9-1dIjFLuvAxUL-I82jskpC9pq3_Gm-UGz6-ekd30TrCUsoHUjyJdB3JAAok1LAWcI3Irzx_WbnPwEOOwjI8A71lYDv3j/s1600/hang-a-flower-basket-on-a-picket-fence.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1199" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4LBS8CJP70a64cB9NSfHU3qii5NQ_AB6KKTRx_X38TvqW-9VWajFGeScIKYSsO-oSBZbSbQr55t2ygk9VlKGciMb75_HEbOU9-1dIjFLuvAxUL-I82jskpC9pq3_Gm-UGz6-ekd30TrCUsoHUjyJdB3JAAok1LAWcI3Irzx_WbnPwEOOwjI8A71lYDv3j/w480-h640/hang-a-flower-basket-on-a-picket-fence.jpg" title="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">or set it on a table or shelf for a centerpiece.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzkxZMM5mT-KUzyGBZ5d1E6e08FUh_iHrgxkWRXfXtli_IWw90F7j2ils8Qcc1uwW8h-5dQPEdC4TkoMLzvDrUC9gQH9i8oPagfUYUAPTuQ0b1zngY4zsEbXGqSWa6ZpGw6grWTeDyyPNWTlWtx7DcWnMfo_U1J6JX5qJ6Tlq8tO32J_r95HioXoKuTfNT/s1430/spring-basket-centerpiece.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1430" data-original-width="1002" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzkxZMM5mT-KUzyGBZ5d1E6e08FUh_iHrgxkWRXfXtli_IWw90F7j2ils8Qcc1uwW8h-5dQPEdC4TkoMLzvDrUC9gQH9i8oPagfUYUAPTuQ0b1zngY4zsEbXGqSWa6ZpGw6grWTeDyyPNWTlWtx7DcWnMfo_U1J6JX5qJ6Tlq8tO32J_r95HioXoKuTfNT/w448-h640/spring-basket-centerpiece.jpg" title="Early Spring Flower Basket with Thrift Store Finds" width="448" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Everything to create this early spring flower basket except the curly willow branches came from the thrift store. The white and light green and yellow color palette are perfect for March decorating. </span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-23923457939185866212024-02-08T15:56:00.001-07:002024-02-08T15:56:02.283-07:00Upcycling Thrift Store Nightstands<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">My daughter's roommate needed new nightstands for her room so the two of them went thrifting. They found two matching nightstands at the Habitat for Humanity Restore that were hotel cast-offs. They were only $5 each so I said, "Sure, I can fix those up"</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXOEiw5o2ZBSCY15mtYD_AFwCDjpEGaoy9HJK2BbxwtzueNp5flputJPshEx0zUhIzwPNSYbMFO3bChxADMOhkOOH7f3fFH-97HHbtKtWLJx0IWUdbcKbGoFz3NdRYLP2z1PKXhy4qTQgkq9lkGh5LDcZBjbBWiwa4Q_LlRrcbwEo4ekBNDVrL2qISilLa/s3068/thrift-store-nightstand-before.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Upcycling Thrift Store Nightstands" border="0" data-original-height="3051" data-original-width="3068" height="636" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXOEiw5o2ZBSCY15mtYD_AFwCDjpEGaoy9HJK2BbxwtzueNp5flputJPshEx0zUhIzwPNSYbMFO3bChxADMOhkOOH7f3fFH-97HHbtKtWLJx0IWUdbcKbGoFz3NdRYLP2z1PKXhy4qTQgkq9lkGh5LDcZBjbBWiwa4Q_LlRrcbwEo4ekBNDVrL2qISilLa/w640-h636/thrift-store-nightstand-before.jpg" title="Upcycling Thrift Store Nightstands" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">While the drawer and molding are real wood (not great wood), the rest of the nightstand was not. I knew I could make a few changes to update this outdated piece. I really wanted to change out the hardware (such an easy way to update furniture) and I wanted to get rid of the curvy legs and apron on the bottom.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWt4fe8wl2LFnoyUumFknvlko_l6m1-GRcp7z5ViEQpiz4iTNiWPz73nOqG8FnNCb5g5se8bxZwEZ5fDBK0gixyeb5LpIJNB86Lwp1ytEfWCcIXUQJmHS8te7UY-l8wsmNh-mQ4LtGJqSJt2NGHvcfeZP2V4EMNEVFEWMAJt4pyjqIiui-XXC9Y9jABlhS/s2792/remove-the-curvy-apron-and-legs.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Upcycling Thrift Store Nightstands" border="0" data-original-height="2792" data-original-width="2705" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWt4fe8wl2LFnoyUumFknvlko_l6m1-GRcp7z5ViEQpiz4iTNiWPz73nOqG8FnNCb5g5se8bxZwEZ5fDBK0gixyeb5LpIJNB86Lwp1ytEfWCcIXUQJmHS8te7UY-l8wsmNh-mQ4LtGJqSJt2NGHvcfeZP2V4EMNEVFEWMAJt4pyjqIiui-XXC9Y9jABlhS/w620-h640/remove-the-curvy-apron-and-legs.jpg" title="Upcycling Thrift Store Nightstands" width="620" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I sanded the piece, completely sanding the drawer, and then removed the bottom shelf and apron/legs. These were attached with screws so they were fairly easy to remove. Using a jigsaw, I trimmed off the thin tongue part that fit into the apron groove. I then painted the body of the nightstand white, making sure to use primer.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5Sloh1ACYB_SfMj58icVFY0s4SD-5WNFzL8qov5CPKLno5Quib6A2l2wfw3ZU6KdyDV1pGpf7H_vi8Eoggv0D4rCXlrcLhdQD0S0sb7qRGCLH7j5Nr4WCxzIIil_R0odOu9p8SKwhbNH1Z1t4CLQwHC6J6z55kAAsWYBp70_4oB2CJChtqvFCG3gxT7za/s3390/prime-and-paint-the-nightstand.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Upcycling Thrift Store Nightstands" border="0" data-original-height="3390" data-original-width="2456" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5Sloh1ACYB_SfMj58icVFY0s4SD-5WNFzL8qov5CPKLno5Quib6A2l2wfw3ZU6KdyDV1pGpf7H_vi8Eoggv0D4rCXlrcLhdQD0S0sb7qRGCLH7j5Nr4WCxzIIil_R0odOu9p8SKwhbNH1Z1t4CLQwHC6J6z55kAAsWYBp70_4oB2CJChtqvFCG3gxT7za/w464-h640/prime-and-paint-the-nightstand.jpg" title="Upcycling Thrift Store Nightstands" width="464" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I stained the drawer dark walnut and added a wood bottom shelf and wood block legs. These were also stained with the dark walnut.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqhjpmG4Umvyx5sq6uRqSsqtlD_V04sG5E19IZGuhEFMoFf3PESlAbjCgnJ3mstfy2MJcMv9AucvaQvdAsce70478l0IrW5N_5SJemzJfYMHaxdg5ZjIRwFrUi75xco2g-FDDW1C9Mm2f-eMgB8dzW53uTxrlsygLIBj5LiBwqlXe77xUliq0y1HuGR82K/s2567/add-a-new-wood-shelf-on-the-bottom-of-the-nightstand.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Upcycling Thrift Store Nightstands" border="0" data-original-height="2567" data-original-width="2100" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqhjpmG4Umvyx5sq6uRqSsqtlD_V04sG5E19IZGuhEFMoFf3PESlAbjCgnJ3mstfy2MJcMv9AucvaQvdAsce70478l0IrW5N_5SJemzJfYMHaxdg5ZjIRwFrUi75xco2g-FDDW1C9Mm2f-eMgB8dzW53uTxrlsygLIBj5LiBwqlXe77xUliq0y1HuGR82K/w524-h640/add-a-new-wood-shelf-on-the-bottom-of-the-nightstand.jpg" title="Upcycling Thrift Store Nightstands" width="524" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">My daughter's roommate has a light blue comforter so I painted a thin 2" wide strip of wood light blue and glued that to the front of the drawer to cover the large holes left behind from the old hardware.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnPl3TjHd4D0YyFISy3rosiMlpbGAWk0AB_N7BKT8RAR2YGJQdX9pupPGjqwVNIiDL68eZlE87932wKzjnHBgJXi3IPJgdhthJyGC5Hw14MzPyttlfhrtw1KLgTcGsGF9pXMXtVYLdrr5wqiS1t0uXJB4c72d6g2sRaP6M9GP5IPG-iYgyR8mx7Tazwv-o/s3925/upcycled-thrift-store-nightstand.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Upcycling Thrift Store Nightstands" border="0" data-original-height="3925" data-original-width="2570" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnPl3TjHd4D0YyFISy3rosiMlpbGAWk0AB_N7BKT8RAR2YGJQdX9pupPGjqwVNIiDL68eZlE87932wKzjnHBgJXi3IPJgdhthJyGC5Hw14MzPyttlfhrtw1KLgTcGsGF9pXMXtVYLdrr5wqiS1t0uXJB4c72d6g2sRaP6M9GP5IPG-iYgyR8mx7Tazwv-o/w420-h640/upcycled-thrift-store-nightstand.jpg" title="Upcycling Thrift Store Nightstands" width="420" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Clear coat over everything and a new, white, sleek ceramic handle, also from the Restore, was the final step to update and upcycle this thrifted nightstand. </span><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-26985517049547524332024-02-01T16:17:00.002-07:002024-02-01T16:17:14.801-07:00Spring Tablescape with Thrift Store Finds<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #35373a; font-size: 21px; text-align: start;">“February is the border between winter and spring.”</span><br style="background-color: white; box-sizing: inherit; color: #35373a; font-size: 21px; text-align: start;" /><em style="background-color: white; border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; color: #35373a; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-size: 21px; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant-alternates: inherit; font-variant-east-asian: inherit; font-variant-numeric: inherit; font-variant-position: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: start; vertical-align: baseline;"><em style="border: 0px; box-sizing: inherit; font-feature-settings: inherit; font-kerning: inherit; font-optical-sizing: inherit; font-stretch: inherit; font-variant: inherit; font-variation-settings: inherit; font-weight: inherit; line-height: inherit; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;">― </em></em><span style="background-color: white; color: #35373a; font-size: 21px; text-align: start;">Terri Guillemets</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #35373a; font-size: 21px; text-align: start;"><br /></span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><span style="background-color: white; color: #35373a; font-size: 21px; text-align: start;">Happy February! Yes, we are still smack dab in the middle of winter. But, as I mentioned yesterday, when you are in retail you always have to be thinking ahead. Yesterday I shared some springy, thrifted finds.</span></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpSK9vz1sbZ-DrTujnd6VFbTUmVDur3-eZKhbTUepKw7gEC1n9qAAO0Ah5aU41ifZ-u_AiaWrf78JsPv2Yztt74oruaPJ25GQWY7SIU4qBC9zR32TEXdv9E19p0uzsI8-kE_yv4bnvGC-hJ2djVA1rqvgNi1IQ3-_4K2J64J4O_3AZC9No_k-4LrrjfvW7/s1600/bunnies-baskets-faux-spring-flowers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Spring Tablescape with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpSK9vz1sbZ-DrTujnd6VFbTUmVDur3-eZKhbTUepKw7gEC1n9qAAO0Ah5aU41ifZ-u_AiaWrf78JsPv2Yztt74oruaPJ25GQWY7SIU4qBC9zR32TEXdv9E19p0uzsI8-kE_yv4bnvGC-hJ2djVA1rqvgNi1IQ3-_4K2J64J4O_3AZC9No_k-4LrrjfvW7/w426-h640/bunnies-baskets-faux-spring-flowers.jpg" title="Spring Tablescape with Thrift Store Finds" width="426" /></a></div>Today I am sharing an early spring tablescape created with some of those finds.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDJF4csHPGQmKYE9SS2E6ezUbfVLSB6yCtY70SHpQAqQ39uE_x0FwiCKmDxOWQAz8RYCns_yBy2rlSvFycHeAtrKd8mpgF6kcpH6eL4P8QCk3xVL7_yQl7qgTNTpR64zKd-YT_9mWtgPqUr5aUF3SLh8zkpAW-9F6OFC34-BFx_py6oYNrgLKa10O9aF6S/s1600/create-a-simple-spring-vignette-with-thrift-store-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Spring Tablescape with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDJF4csHPGQmKYE9SS2E6ezUbfVLSB6yCtY70SHpQAqQ39uE_x0FwiCKmDxOWQAz8RYCns_yBy2rlSvFycHeAtrKd8mpgF6kcpH6eL4P8QCk3xVL7_yQl7qgTNTpR64zKd-YT_9mWtgPqUr5aUF3SLh8zkpAW-9F6OFC34-BFx_py6oYNrgLKa10O9aF6S/w426-h640/create-a-simple-spring-vignette-with-thrift-store-finds.jpg" title="Spring Tablescape with Thrift Store Finds" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">In complete transparency, I will tell you that I am not keeping this spring vignette displayed right now. Actually, most of these items will be for sale in my POP-UP SHOP. But, I wanted to share what YOU can do with thrift store finds.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPiJyQ9qEy2mrUEaoc_0NGpWo2zGiC6N3fr2QrPZAc3gMzDAJchOXbQeBYoClXXzgbl0LP2ILuTa7PpXwtOYORFe0s7JKJoMMRtlMuOq27IiIBF9Si6ngbpKYMx5a3NBV0EowKzXjmtDL194AuCeP7UUaO6eeQMFSRsvtULhBuDMJno_imlrkZsrxyrgsP/s1600/use-a-large-coffee-cup-for-flowers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Spring Tablescape with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1204" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPiJyQ9qEy2mrUEaoc_0NGpWo2zGiC6N3fr2QrPZAc3gMzDAJchOXbQeBYoClXXzgbl0LP2ILuTa7PpXwtOYORFe0s7JKJoMMRtlMuOq27IiIBF9Si6ngbpKYMx5a3NBV0EowKzXjmtDL194AuCeP7UUaO6eeQMFSRsvtULhBuDMJno_imlrkZsrxyrgsP/w482-h640/use-a-large-coffee-cup-for-flowers.jpg" title="Spring Tablescape with Thrift Store Finds" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I always like to build my tablescapes or centerpieces or displays (which word do like for this sort of decor?) on something so that they look pulled together and cohesive. I used a round, wood cutting board. I didn't want the base to compete with the colorful objects on it so that is why I picked wood. I set this on a folded, pink, bandana napkin.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The large mug with pastel blues and yellows and pinks is the perfect vessel to hold the thrifted, faux Camellia flowers. I bent the stems to hold them in the mug because I didn't want to create something permanent. A white velvet ribbon tied to the mug handle adds some soft texture and draws the eye.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxXZ8MfXn4ZrTjeZeqTmnLNJIBh-KBktkGddXQ7fK8GbiqTGTEcJWjUiGZdZ0DlJOdfLp1-nzOB93Nu7A4oBh7CygNjhfLxX5aUejJ83gSqK-sQ9uLHf2WNB2uLHWHnF-fGDYGy_3AA4XBnz5iE4xaI-noSEieNwjjsUASOOdySiQ0yd4IDTey5zcfLbc4/s1600/blue-and-white-creamer.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img alt="Spring Tablescape with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="972" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxXZ8MfXn4ZrTjeZeqTmnLNJIBh-KBktkGddXQ7fK8GbiqTGTEcJWjUiGZdZ0DlJOdfLp1-nzOB93Nu7A4oBh7CygNjhfLxX5aUejJ83gSqK-sQ9uLHf2WNB2uLHWHnF-fGDYGy_3AA4XBnz5iE4xaI-noSEieNwjjsUASOOdySiQ0yd4IDTey5zcfLbc4/w388-h640/blue-and-white-creamer.jpg" title="Spring Tablescape with Thrift Store Finds" width="388" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">A faux pussywillow stem placed in a blue and white plaid creamer gives the vignette some height. The creamer is sitting on a vintage pink dessert plate, which adds more of the spring pastel to the display.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPa56zDE_v6wzzXOuTr0Binp3fJE5xKPhDgvG0PgMyfg36JPExJEUbh8gKMjPHmaAHhhNkv_1n93sHrkNK5oHDbEeGoWHWZWdTrfC209KTEhZ0216Cv88JXyEyaVtgVjO6cYEYed8rDB1aLtG9RNYTI6dhhT0tk7Eqs1HUCCwvBQGPywap8Q3yJAuQdh1M/s1273/ceramic-bunny.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Spring Tablescape with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1032" data-original-width="1273" height="518" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPa56zDE_v6wzzXOuTr0Binp3fJE5xKPhDgvG0PgMyfg36JPExJEUbh8gKMjPHmaAHhhNkv_1n93sHrkNK5oHDbEeGoWHWZWdTrfC209KTEhZ0216Cv88JXyEyaVtgVjO6cYEYed8rDB1aLtG9RNYTI6dhhT0tk7Eqs1HUCCwvBQGPywap8Q3yJAuQdh1M/w640-h518/ceramic-bunny.jpg" title="Spring Tablescape with Thrift Store Finds" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">A grey glazed ceramic bunny completes the trio of objects displayed on the cutting board. Remember odds! A candle placed in a hand-painted, pink, square dish placed at an angle next to the cutting board finishes the vignette.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ32g5-c7PWUN9gYJnIr_LfvCzNjJfr19YsJ35395Lr85dQ6op0yW6ZGusKlqCCaY9BmHa9uWgp8qHKqf8bZZgjH1jqKV_h2YEBZm0Z-6r33qZjDWH1cir3gx7o0zRWvRvxzTDXXIZL5lJcNIm14rk8_0vHE_Opv7wDnTRwtEXuGAQ4oOohFlW2u3pZicD/s1600/spring-tablescape.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Spring Tablescape with Thrift Store Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1539" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJ32g5-c7PWUN9gYJnIr_LfvCzNjJfr19YsJ35395Lr85dQ6op0yW6ZGusKlqCCaY9BmHa9uWgp8qHKqf8bZZgjH1jqKV_h2YEBZm0Z-6r33qZjDWH1cir3gx7o0zRWvRvxzTDXXIZL5lJcNIm14rk8_0vHE_Opv7wDnTRwtEXuGAQ4oOohFlW2u3pZicD/w616-h640/spring-tablescape.jpg" title="Spring Tablescape with Thrift Store Finds" width="616" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Placing both the cutting board and the square dish on the pink bandana ties the tablescape together. A tablescape is a great way to add a seasonal touch of decor to your home. It is fun to hunt for possible items you might use and to play with their arrangement. </span></div><h4 style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: arial;">Tips for creating your own spring tablescape:</span></h4><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">* Pick a color scheme and look to repeat it in your objects.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">*Set your objects on something--a tray, cutting board, large book, etc.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">*Vary your heights and remember odd numbers.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">* Set something to the side of your base or main display.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">*Add nature--real or fake.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">*Take pictures to decide what to add or eliminate.</span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-65397640136289093632024-01-31T15:49:00.001-07:002024-01-31T15:49:24.627-07:00Thrift Store Spring Decor<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I know, it is the last day of January and spring is a good 2 months away. BUT, when you are a seller and in retail, you always have to be thinking ahead. The theme for my next POP-UP SHOP at the end of February is "Think Spring" so I am thinking spring as I am thrifting to curate a collection of items perfect for March, April, and May. Plus, Easter is in March this year and by the end of February most Montanans are ready to THINK SPRING.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdYzWpX6As5lhZWrcftPLISHYBwiaPSZd_1RSFCufSTy_NRnte8bdci-WyKW_XIKU-q1ZYu0MZ90zktbw2tnRCnlBf90Cypj0EnwPclad_KtPfxv2n2dnEVWXMsOjaBYX9azsWp9bv5SshHWmDtRgQK-wqDEjS82-r7yE7nLvBHKVxSOzAHoqoqfKYP3OA/s1600/spring-thrift-store-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Curated Spring Decor Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1197" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdYzWpX6As5lhZWrcftPLISHYBwiaPSZd_1RSFCufSTy_NRnte8bdci-WyKW_XIKU-q1ZYu0MZ90zktbw2tnRCnlBf90Cypj0EnwPclad_KtPfxv2n2dnEVWXMsOjaBYX9azsWp9bv5SshHWmDtRgQK-wqDEjS82-r7yE7nLvBHKVxSOzAHoqoqfKYP3OA/w478-h640/spring-thrift-store-finds.jpg" title="Thrift Store Spring Decor" width="478" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Today is not Thrifty Thursday, but I am going to give you a thrifting TIP. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjJp_d0O9ljoNY3XxaowpR688TW9otsDYKqAFQt-PS875wAjdo6rlaYVMI9QxZLfI0MyhIE3S94tlIqXUaiWPSF5zbv3LgKadIrI87IDhC6J80yCAauTOubp7I4__YSzm0W8mxpPB_eAdSC2rA18OsmtxcPzHe7tREIwOlLMjp8rXpeSLpsd9PODzmyIOq/s1600/bunnies-baskets-faux-spring-flowers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Curated Spring Decor Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjJp_d0O9ljoNY3XxaowpR688TW9otsDYKqAFQt-PS875wAjdo6rlaYVMI9QxZLfI0MyhIE3S94tlIqXUaiWPSF5zbv3LgKadIrI87IDhC6J80yCAauTOubp7I4__YSzm0W8mxpPB_eAdSC2rA18OsmtxcPzHe7tREIwOlLMjp8rXpeSLpsd9PODzmyIOq/w426-h640/bunnies-baskets-faux-spring-flowers.jpg" title="Curated Spring Decor Finds" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Is this you? You are excited to go to the thrift store to find wonderful items at great prices only to leave empty handed because the jumbles of thrift store merchandise overwhelmed you?</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I get it--I have been there and done that. What helps me now is to have a word or two in mind to focus my hunt on. This week I have been thinking spring and pastel as I thrift and just look at all of the treasures I found that fit that description!</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO58ESDvQs4t8IpoJ78YN_EaJXR4EsV761p7qWQ47a73FSLQJUWCuIkPvfyJNyoym0PPFuThsHXm9i6RwZPQolh4nlfSt2hL5jeAmMQzmHohdHzDn-daai2PGIsE_2mZ1-zJapNmOZVlVRG3vdzQYec04zEgTrypuZZy4EuGIrUmExLqly_TXU_9mvf4pg/s1600/thrifting-tips.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Thrift Store Spring Decor" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgO58ESDvQs4t8IpoJ78YN_EaJXR4EsV761p7qWQ47a73FSLQJUWCuIkPvfyJNyoym0PPFuThsHXm9i6RwZPQolh4nlfSt2hL5jeAmMQzmHohdHzDn-daai2PGIsE_2mZ1-zJapNmOZVlVRG3vdzQYec04zEgTrypuZZy4EuGIrUmExLqly_TXU_9mvf4pg/w426-h640/thrifting-tips.jpg" title="Curated Spring Decor Finds" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Now, you do need to keep your eyes open for fantastic finds that may not fit your criteria or word. But, having a word in mind helps focus your eye. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpU-w4_Uy8GwgeAMT9vc2QBV8E0CLQIdVPMCKu1orjIX2ZHQad6WpduUg9DeuREKGxPvhVuAgPALn5L8Y-Cos44y_JjxuE6yPzt4AUZDlZFpIMpLB5zsn8V40LvuIfBC7dB1oJcoSKHBrdUPNOADgQD4JTZrZgROUj2-D0OOSyThmOms7by79L_l94Ms0V/s1600/hand-painted-dish-and-flower-coloring-books.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Curated Spring Decor Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpU-w4_Uy8GwgeAMT9vc2QBV8E0CLQIdVPMCKu1orjIX2ZHQad6WpduUg9DeuREKGxPvhVuAgPALn5L8Y-Cos44y_JjxuE6yPzt4AUZDlZFpIMpLB5zsn8V40LvuIfBC7dB1oJcoSKHBrdUPNOADgQD4JTZrZgROUj2-D0OOSyThmOms7by79L_l94Ms0V/w426-h640/hand-painted-dish-and-flower-coloring-books.jpg" title="Curated Spring Decor Finds" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">These flower coloring books have colored full page drawings in them that will be lovely framed. The pink edged, square dish says that it was hand-painted in France.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1vYKbyhCFPYrwv65LD0e0WOwt6Zh0fsAotdly3rV82b6GijxE9eAeXdd9ZGWtDAPz-EGVD6ayqDjb1en3Ffx4v6hVbIHAv5YMpEk9m1KBWBd3fbNP-Ih5mAE9D9zX75vC5jfAhTgq_CEyYvoQUv60-zkTWHdpDzkn6HXv4ZKJkBR7ZuJ-dwNzFVkVDq_u/s1600/pink-bandana-napkins.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Pastel Spring Decor" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1vYKbyhCFPYrwv65LD0e0WOwt6Zh0fsAotdly3rV82b6GijxE9eAeXdd9ZGWtDAPz-EGVD6ayqDjb1en3Ffx4v6hVbIHAv5YMpEk9m1KBWBd3fbNP-Ih5mAE9D9zX75vC5jfAhTgq_CEyYvoQUv60-zkTWHdpDzkn6HXv4ZKJkBR7ZuJ-dwNzFVkVDq_u/w426-h640/pink-bandana-napkins.jpg" title="Curated Spring Decor Finds" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Pink bandana napkins (they are heavier fabric than bandanas) and a tulip needlepoint, a vintage, mid-century, Homer Laughlin vegetable bowl with pink touches all caught my eye. I grey ceramic bunny and faux spring flowers are perfect spring additions to any home.</span><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimeIkQ0RxUEnzGbNnV_K6advEpeo43P8DyiGWC8s-kX5JkUCogufjO2C2a9uGsZddtLql_pNn0qVsV4WgACedmk3-xVfPbtn-50kQqAEKLOZM2IWqToagPJ4TDu7VTW_9r_EJQEGtkYPjlvCUSNh_zPF0iDmHeuE0ixQOOgy1KsvbbLfoOiw-ETg3VSi2e/s1600/vintage-pink-scalloped-plates-made-in-California.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Pink Scalloped California Dishes" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimeIkQ0RxUEnzGbNnV_K6advEpeo43P8DyiGWC8s-kX5JkUCogufjO2C2a9uGsZddtLql_pNn0qVsV4WgACedmk3-xVfPbtn-50kQqAEKLOZM2IWqToagPJ4TDu7VTW_9r_EJQEGtkYPjlvCUSNh_zPF0iDmHeuE0ixQOOgy1KsvbbLfoOiw-ETg3VSi2e/w426-h640/vintage-pink-scalloped-plates-made-in-California.jpg" title="Curated Spring Decor Finds" width="426" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I only found three of these vintage, dessert plates called Poppy Trail made in California. I like the scalloped design. What can you do with a small dessert plate when you only have 3? Use them under a plant as a saucer, on a dresser for coins or jewelry, or setting on the counter with wrapped treats sitting on it.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjph0e0wlWT-1ZqxfXVR4fJfxJFxjSndrfMCaK037yvPALZoMGj2M9gSFR4wNAN1G-L8J5r9gcoASSriM7ZjU5cSSI3YD1f_cZkzqX9brz6JPzx6OTPWPTAkm__dDf0gzuaO30Z7iv4UGGvJ3bWWLV_XnimyZResF7LHLLQvCdFeA0k9E7Yuy6Fnu_qSXDe/s1600/swan-rug-pastel-colors-for-spring.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Wool Hooked Swan Rug" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjph0e0wlWT-1ZqxfXVR4fJfxJFxjSndrfMCaK037yvPALZoMGj2M9gSFR4wNAN1G-L8J5r9gcoASSriM7ZjU5cSSI3YD1f_cZkzqX9brz6JPzx6OTPWPTAkm__dDf0gzuaO30Z7iv4UGGvJ3bWWLV_XnimyZResF7LHLLQvCdFeA0k9E7Yuy6Fnu_qSXDe/w426-h640/swan-rug-pastel-colors-for-spring.jpg" title="Curated Spring Decor Finds" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Swans and geese are making a decor comeback. This wool hooked rug would be pretty hanging on a wall or on the floor. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpeIe7FS0pmkd28x8VxIPds__VfKTCTpQrALpbynmIKTb6Wam14ehmEtHYRbY4g5ioFuhTUEsSN_UiveHPEwDa7jpHR0vwiVvna_6IxFZfj4e-UeifJz3RNHjhAXe4YUTlMn9sH-PNk7Xr8foPNBFqTkLQimU4QKFuqkn6O4vGRvZr6zXySQSmlhKZnk1J/s1600/flower-platter-and-tulip-stitchery.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Curated Spring Decor Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1532" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpeIe7FS0pmkd28x8VxIPds__VfKTCTpQrALpbynmIKTb6Wam14ehmEtHYRbY4g5ioFuhTUEsSN_UiveHPEwDa7jpHR0vwiVvna_6IxFZfj4e-UeifJz3RNHjhAXe4YUTlMn9sH-PNk7Xr8foPNBFqTkLQimU4QKFuqkn6O4vGRvZr6zXySQSmlhKZnk1J/w612-h640/flower-platter-and-tulip-stitchery.jpg" title="Curated Spring Decor Finds" width="612" /></a></div>I can't find much on this platter. I don't think it is very old as it says microwave safe on the back. It is also stamped Lucerne Foods so I am guessing it is a grocery store giveaway or purchase but I am not sure. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGG2iZz9KyJWOowld6QMaUIn_vTSt57RUkUu8vio9UHPQ1s92vcVZen7adE0HSaTrdB93jelOqlbovQ_DAIbhcuYFItnCwJwp50jrOoX8rtLDxPzQKEKkGU8Sy6E4CuArBGq0DjIlkX62vnStDLlocZks157MTwAq1sIUgJAhaoQDuFEH4Hnw30GVWQNgk/s1600/carved-soapstone-rabbit-and-vintage-bird-books.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Curated Spring Decor Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGG2iZz9KyJWOowld6QMaUIn_vTSt57RUkUu8vio9UHPQ1s92vcVZen7adE0HSaTrdB93jelOqlbovQ_DAIbhcuYFItnCwJwp50jrOoX8rtLDxPzQKEKkGU8Sy6E4CuArBGq0DjIlkX62vnStDLlocZks157MTwAq1sIUgJAhaoQDuFEH4Hnw30GVWQNgk/w576-h640/carved-soapstone-rabbit-and-vintage-bird-books.jpg" title="Curated Spring Decor Finds" width="576" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The carved soapstone rabbit has a bunny inside of it. The blue and white plaid creamer is lovely for spring and the old books (1950 and 60's copyright) have lovely bird illustrations in them. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-lHR7hYRBv9LeIWNH0MoZXUB_ZRnw4Fi_BJ6oWdw59om52k5wZt7GqLwfpy9alxs6InadG5zTF61UZFgshSha0WQCNakXMXDDWEyfHhZIUTTvxYp8NMgH7f0mCMKK3CGi3YxxLgMYZkbOn8BJQEL71R6vW_et22Vj7ynQToEzd1vDw0cW7Kf7Pj6oVXBw/s1600/farmhouse-art-from-the-thrift-store.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="original art from the thrift store" border="0" data-original-height="1414" data-original-width="1600" height="566" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-lHR7hYRBv9LeIWNH0MoZXUB_ZRnw4Fi_BJ6oWdw59om52k5wZt7GqLwfpy9alxs6InadG5zTF61UZFgshSha0WQCNakXMXDDWEyfHhZIUTTvxYp8NMgH7f0mCMKK3CGi3YxxLgMYZkbOn8BJQEL71R6vW_et22Vj7ynQToEzd1vDw0cW7Kf7Pj6oVXBw/w640-h566/farmhouse-art-from-the-thrift-store.jpg" title="Curated Spring Decor Finds" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The original art--a watercolor and an acrylic both have soft, pastel colors in them so they came home with me. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLeRu0XSnw2CHCrLI1NNvzMpxuFuGFD0DSeLQsykLIrq3dIa0dIz_68_M4OmVwV-EWe78s6uawMg8Etn-_7P5aMM0acJeykLyV1vP-Kkv8-FlIYNZkzvpLP14M2vV6Ti0186RZ6zzdR6GqkvfdQF09G_lrpzNpl0I0sbwlLGPyFfNLpMc09bJqahqaYmOJ/s1600/think-spring-thrift-store-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Curated Spring Decor Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLeRu0XSnw2CHCrLI1NNvzMpxuFuGFD0DSeLQsykLIrq3dIa0dIz_68_M4OmVwV-EWe78s6uawMg8Etn-_7P5aMM0acJeykLyV1vP-Kkv8-FlIYNZkzvpLP14M2vV6Ti0186RZ6zzdR6GqkvfdQF09G_lrpzNpl0I0sbwlLGPyFfNLpMc09bJqahqaYmOJ/w426-h640/think-spring-thrift-store-finds.jpg" title="Curated Spring Decor Finds" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I will continue to curate spring items over the next few weeks, using my word trick while shopping. Other words you might have in mind to narrow your thrifting focus might include: barn, farmhouse kitchen, mid-century modern, European museum, green garden, rainbow, country cottage, etc. Let me know if you try this word trick and how it works. Oh, and come back tomorrow to see how I styled some of these finds.</span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-25669589606343930292024-01-29T16:13:00.004-07:002024-01-29T16:13:52.768-07:00Making A New Bucket Look Old<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">One thing I will NEVER do is try to sell or pass off something that is new as something old. I WILL try to MAKE something new LOOK old, but I will not try to fool people who may be buying the item into thinking that it it genuinely old. If something is called an antique, it should be 100 years old or older. Vintage, which means "of age", is typically AT LEAST 20 years old. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I recently bought from the thrift store a wood, ice cream bucket that was clearly new (and had never been used).</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGBIeclYRLNAPawN7yVNWqisD8yg0aVtU_YFN1JgsZJonYhdIbcFAfdw0bnwjiaV6OjZiMcliv6iHAd0-sdiye2-iiJH27ZRNXTEs_COdbxVMENO5cNElGuDPBDTM0wFHRtH08CUyAMl8ZmTShVuqm47JBVoyvCamrOHU4D0FwFOVvpArfVE8QYeXXOiVm/s3785/thrift-store-ice-cream-bucket-before.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Making A New Bucket Look Old" border="0" data-original-height="3785" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGBIeclYRLNAPawN7yVNWqisD8yg0aVtU_YFN1JgsZJonYhdIbcFAfdw0bnwjiaV6OjZiMcliv6iHAd0-sdiye2-iiJH27ZRNXTEs_COdbxVMENO5cNElGuDPBDTM0wFHRtH08CUyAMl8ZmTShVuqm47JBVoyvCamrOHU4D0FwFOVvpArfVE8QYeXXOiVm/w520-h640/thrift-store-ice-cream-bucket-before.jpg" title="Making A New Bucket Look Old" width="520" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I love these buckets because there are so many ways to use them, but it needed some faux aging.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdtj4pmCaEIAnerkyEdQkwXbhIsmg3XnpESdWNT9vmzXEusR4pK7ZvqRF0F8ELHLWrzQ-fwhRqurj4iOn2-JiAWHdAvxkCyxxv6FvBFmpSg-HnwcQWtrAsAPdxr1u7cCboCZclo_uG1fPE9oJr9V3Dlhell24sSyi9NqP5cEAtjNPCTJ2Iy07um5MR4Kfx/s1600/chippy-paint-technique.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Making A New Bucket Look Old" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdtj4pmCaEIAnerkyEdQkwXbhIsmg3XnpESdWNT9vmzXEusR4pK7ZvqRF0F8ELHLWrzQ-fwhRqurj4iOn2-JiAWHdAvxkCyxxv6FvBFmpSg-HnwcQWtrAsAPdxr1u7cCboCZclo_uG1fPE9oJr9V3Dlhell24sSyi9NqP5cEAtjNPCTJ2Iy07um5MR4Kfx/w426-h640/chippy-paint-technique.jpg" title="Making A New Bucket Look Old" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I decided to make the bucket look like it has been around for awhile with a layered, chippy paint technique. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiapQeRogYA0F67ztVlbgZOncfh2415C4E9e1IqYZcXCxt3xLGM03W6I6Rh1krf6X_oy4SbOErFuDSWGvr9JqOuWoRN9R6V4s4TZxnP1fW73di1NfphgKdiZcQMHXlMn7BRbnu_p9HLq9B_gQspVvlrxq08vwGMBo-I1MKO-a845Vttx_hdFUqiIkEuZm0W/s4080/vintage-mint-green-paint-color.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Making A New Bucket Look Old" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiapQeRogYA0F67ztVlbgZOncfh2415C4E9e1IqYZcXCxt3xLGM03W6I6Rh1krf6X_oy4SbOErFuDSWGvr9JqOuWoRN9R6V4s4TZxnP1fW73di1NfphgKdiZcQMHXlMn7BRbnu_p9HLq9B_gQspVvlrxq08vwGMBo-I1MKO-a845Vttx_hdFUqiIkEuZm0W/w482-h640/vintage-mint-green-paint-color.jpg" title="Making A New Bucket Look Old" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I started by painting the bucket a vintage, minty green color. I didn't sand the bucket because the glossy wood finish would help the paint to chip or to not completely adhere. I painted over the metal rings and clips.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie5vAzDpiBYXjXmtOHV7y79Om9Bn9nqk90_zZRYKELZ0oFV5W99OxSpHoq8imH0U4i4TdIUqKuzbrRyb5asNq1TT0FpmuW-sTrp9UHO6ZfMozJpOAiMPEl-HnSSjC2Ig3fNCmGYwj7E__-Vo8jiWt4f0xu5LWMmw7brsIukM-qIF7SBOIg0ekqzPWrFjGZ/s3072/red-paint-over-the-green.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Making A New Bucket Look Old" border="0" data-original-height="3035" data-original-width="3072" height="632" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie5vAzDpiBYXjXmtOHV7y79Om9Bn9nqk90_zZRYKELZ0oFV5W99OxSpHoq8imH0U4i4TdIUqKuzbrRyb5asNq1TT0FpmuW-sTrp9UHO6ZfMozJpOAiMPEl-HnSSjC2Ig3fNCmGYwj7E__-Vo8jiWt4f0xu5LWMmw7brsIukM-qIF7SBOIg0ekqzPWrFjGZ/w640-h632/red-paint-over-the-green.jpg" title="Making A New Bucket Look Old" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Next, I painted a bright red over the mint green. Notice there are some paint drips, which I didn't worry about because if you ever find antique, utilitarian items that were painted, they didn't worry about drips.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjho-V_6f8cZWwdt-sVL8Km2Ji5OSSZfuuHmAhmYOQ4pAH9IkPC9ushuogPa8M62lJltGIxrSQ7gpdFSCpb1nZkHAI8lHh_889l36TmLeM9WhFnwnVoTgPLslZM2Jd1DMztRXsebkfEgoiSbOMQSKIhSLIbT-yZKbh-fNSgTHlwplErrXIVXcltlEdDtOse/s3548/leave-under-paint-showing-in-spots.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Making A New Bucket Look Old" border="0" data-original-height="3548" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjho-V_6f8cZWwdt-sVL8Km2Ji5OSSZfuuHmAhmYOQ4pAH9IkPC9ushuogPa8M62lJltGIxrSQ7gpdFSCpb1nZkHAI8lHh_889l36TmLeM9WhFnwnVoTgPLslZM2Jd1DMztRXsebkfEgoiSbOMQSKIhSLIbT-yZKbh-fNSgTHlwplErrXIVXcltlEdDtOse/w554-h640/leave-under-paint-showing-in-spots.jpg" title="Making A New Bucket Look Old" width="554" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I left small spots of the mint green showing under the red paint.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP5taNembYtj0-5GIfYPQEOJACCmcBInclDEe_XDoE7lAhp3V-JkSvt4CaIe1X07Vj-w37e53rOK1_nRP5NqJQgYEP7M8sOl20mGcrRZAgKLz5nLNtWFViRT96SsslpQ6U2ZgamD0Z49rcHZVI_O9dYhUAadr9MDyArd40b_uKTGe_1vYRpH-SGSMumc5d/s1600/use-stain-over-paint-to-age-it.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Making A New Bucket Look Old" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP5taNembYtj0-5GIfYPQEOJACCmcBInclDEe_XDoE7lAhp3V-JkSvt4CaIe1X07Vj-w37e53rOK1_nRP5NqJQgYEP7M8sOl20mGcrRZAgKLz5nLNtWFViRT96SsslpQ6U2ZgamD0Z49rcHZVI_O9dYhUAadr9MDyArd40b_uKTGe_1vYRpH-SGSMumc5d/w426-h640/use-stain-over-paint-to-age-it.jpg" title="Making A New Bucket Look Old" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I sanded the paint back to the wood on the edges and then I applied dark walnut stain over the red paint.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbe9dd71sMHdjywSkKu9NYn2HBIFDn9X0Wsos8MrRKUi_zS5qosbZaYk8Dm4V1rW5xrvn4VaqekDl4_XaXjgjUWYLPuY0mtN5tdOvi7T_bx5GWmg6tZkBA-KUaGQQlCkslUzqOChueSFYOqcPnNsPqVqikCfbPwfddoHzGhP3WODxoJNHQbCSf-Ur0JcS4/s1600/chippy-paint-job-on-an-ice-cream-bucket.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Making A New Bucket Look Old" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1274" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbe9dd71sMHdjywSkKu9NYn2HBIFDn9X0Wsos8MrRKUi_zS5qosbZaYk8Dm4V1rW5xrvn4VaqekDl4_XaXjgjUWYLPuY0mtN5tdOvi7T_bx5GWmg6tZkBA-KUaGQQlCkslUzqOChueSFYOqcPnNsPqVqikCfbPwfddoHzGhP3WODxoJNHQbCSf-Ur0JcS4/w510-h640/chippy-paint-job-on-an-ice-cream-bucket.jpg" title="Making A New Bucket Look Old" width="510" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">These buckets make great planters. They are very pretty planted with a bright array of colorful annuals. They also work well to hold rolled up towels in the bathroom, or as book and magazine holders. The bucket can hold kindling or decorative branches. Use one to house small, stuffed animals or toys, or mittens and hats by the door.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDYdZt49O7mK9ejYVDMJWCXA7PV77Frl_Mxv0saXakp2-WSPH3Au8qL58xJpniFrmJH5Rr1GelOtjD2s1n8K1JRh5tKUl7-W4cI4K9CV9IWcv39T4S-usVqjvfg4SFUOScZQGU25pcH_YV5gipbkoHBqNjfVK8y23mZ_M7RvwMXklxf5VQhI1Fhqxj6gtq/s1579/ice-cream-bucket-planter.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Making A New Bucket Look Old" border="0" data-original-height="1579" data-original-width="1185" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDYdZt49O7mK9ejYVDMJWCXA7PV77Frl_Mxv0saXakp2-WSPH3Au8qL58xJpniFrmJH5Rr1GelOtjD2s1n8K1JRh5tKUl7-W4cI4K9CV9IWcv39T4S-usVqjvfg4SFUOScZQGU25pcH_YV5gipbkoHBqNjfVK8y23mZ_M7RvwMXklxf5VQhI1Fhqxj6gtq/w480-h640/ice-cream-bucket-planter.jpg" title="Making A New Bucket Look Old" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">If you are reselling something that is new, but looks old be sure to describe it on the price tag as vintage LOOKING bucket or bucket with an antique looking finish. Always be truthful and enjoy the compliments when someone thinks an item looks like a genuine antique.</span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-37336632323304394932024-01-25T04:00:00.001-07:002024-01-25T04:00:00.141-07:00Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">When I spied this unique side table (bench??) at the thrift store I knew it wanted to come home with me. Even though the wood was worn, I could see the possibilities and the price was right.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi35JJdQubro5QiX4A-WbRZaFQqYA82UOegBJ7Id6W-Y4-qPhdOocPy3WJt5HPau9ls-rh_5gbRXjMM3Ta6SZRIu7ZHVcJ_LjCt84g6qvpgp45ifRq8kGDt2exm6an5nsS3NiyXDt2G0GzYKldM8iUPZ4i2FclnEZCQnsecmkPYR0zeQt3h0edoVkg_vJ0D/s2983/thrift-store-wood-table-before.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table" border="0" data-original-height="2983" data-original-width="2565" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi35JJdQubro5QiX4A-WbRZaFQqYA82UOegBJ7Id6W-Y4-qPhdOocPy3WJt5HPau9ls-rh_5gbRXjMM3Ta6SZRIu7ZHVcJ_LjCt84g6qvpgp45ifRq8kGDt2exm6an5nsS3NiyXDt2G0GzYKldM8iUPZ4i2FclnEZCQnsecmkPYR0zeQt3h0edoVkg_vJ0D/w550-h640/thrift-store-wood-table-before.jpg" title="Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table" width="550" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I usually caution thrifters to look items over carefully before buying. Oops, I forgot my own rule and it wasn't until I had this piece home and was tightening up the bolts when I noticed that someone had painted a cactus on the side.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7gaRP0sckZF4stQa_gTxm0N5EhxmydxJ4ZrUCplUteC1I_6eBYcQCvH08dCz0jnASJahHFP8N1vXgXV8Q5BtMClRw9bNAXORH36ah-9GhyphenhyphenzspyeOB6sTp8x0tfgg3lFabALURugMl-yluUKDl3GEDljc_24IARkSHuEDwduzFaYs5WNdswUjHatSdZBBs/s4080/cactus-on-side.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="2272" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7gaRP0sckZF4stQa_gTxm0N5EhxmydxJ4ZrUCplUteC1I_6eBYcQCvH08dCz0jnASJahHFP8N1vXgXV8Q5BtMClRw9bNAXORH36ah-9GhyphenhyphenzspyeOB6sTp8x0tfgg3lFabALURugMl-yluUKDl3GEDljc_24IARkSHuEDwduzFaYs5WNdswUjHatSdZBBs/w356-h640/cactus-on-side.jpg" title="Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table" width="356" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">It sanded off easily. I then used Wise Owl Furniture Salve (you can buy it from my friend <a href="https://www.cabincluttermt.com/collections/wise-owl-paint" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>) to make the wood shine.</span><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPz3VhV5cuTkAhfsa1R1VKr_VakYWTS26FENMchayfGnDhpi7azM06ntOwAkdN-IrFKPbJw2dyJ_1OVvvkCaHrZrGgOjcq6jOoBk4SC4qJ1jgLhlZM4kcNOkFze_nDdC71qmQSwf3WkNt3kVUNUkf_TwWmr6jnnmTUath0lWz_FA1PpcR5_Q_qgKljk-x6/s1600/thrift-store-aise-table.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1083" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPz3VhV5cuTkAhfsa1R1VKr_VakYWTS26FENMchayfGnDhpi7azM06ntOwAkdN-IrFKPbJw2dyJ_1OVvvkCaHrZrGgOjcq6jOoBk4SC4qJ1jgLhlZM4kcNOkFze_nDdC71qmQSwf3WkNt3kVUNUkf_TwWmr6jnnmTUath0lWz_FA1PpcR5_Q_qgKljk-x6/w434-h640/thrift-store-aise-table.jpg" title="Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table" width="434" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Not only do I love the beautiful wood on this piece, but the slender size of the table makes it the perfect side table.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqrbNyN_WfKOVgURXpV6woezG-XWwy47SuCF2zsoM3WIb5uyvntlwbtawsoXsp_EN005qZnHCphYSBTEWWD8frnb2-8p3VYaEsAmPr60diLz-rhj3q7HqgnE3CIxfinTa7n4XvHwHMz_drGGO80pPYJ7QyIvgfWXOr-WtVvB_k9o55Rx1zjIxjgtg7IxnS/s1600/comfortable-sitting-spot.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="872" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqrbNyN_WfKOVgURXpV6woezG-XWwy47SuCF2zsoM3WIb5uyvntlwbtawsoXsp_EN005qZnHCphYSBTEWWD8frnb2-8p3VYaEsAmPr60diLz-rhj3q7HqgnE3CIxfinTa7n4XvHwHMz_drGGO80pPYJ7QyIvgfWXOr-WtVvB_k9o55Rx1zjIxjgtg7IxnS/w348-h640/comfortable-sitting-spot.jpg" title="Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table" width="348" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I love creating sitting spots in my home and a nearby table is a must. This one holds plenty of necessary and decorative items.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio48_ILV6Y4eyRID_DEazLLhDwR7q4BPKyxSEIe9ukaXVLevctoWm63qcoivuMjYrmO9Gc5eIe0UbNCha6wxr9I9vcac9xElZNAJ8Dh6PrIFGqDtM647Qo1MNFVv3kASn9ZeXeqDn35xd1h8gTHXBzmh3-DCH3NAkjFwr-XDIuTzicqt1iwpy86NGONb3w/s1600/unique-wood-side-table.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1382" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio48_ILV6Y4eyRID_DEazLLhDwR7q4BPKyxSEIe9ukaXVLevctoWm63qcoivuMjYrmO9Gc5eIe0UbNCha6wxr9I9vcac9xElZNAJ8Dh6PrIFGqDtM647Qo1MNFVv3kASn9ZeXeqDn35xd1h8gTHXBzmh3-DCH3NAkjFwr-XDIuTzicqt1iwpy86NGONb3w/w552-h640/unique-wood-side-table.jpg" title="Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table" width="552" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">A place for a coffee cup or cocktail and a book.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJpFd6yqG4pc6oyOT3bpx3o7eA46fMTqLOJg1c8-adCHjRoh7gTvY9tBYud_zWKi1jCtCPSZT-Slq1hEj3VAYq1f-Oza3-_uHvJbEJ8z2SeZabBxdkZ6jz53_E_iLLSCI6rJZYLniS0M3f7_BcR79MpdBuLumaJ8cOtdrxGY4LIVKqUzFoMPiS0j5pCum6/s1600/use-a-side-table-next-to-a-chair.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1124" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJpFd6yqG4pc6oyOT3bpx3o7eA46fMTqLOJg1c8-adCHjRoh7gTvY9tBYud_zWKi1jCtCPSZT-Slq1hEj3VAYq1f-Oza3-_uHvJbEJ8z2SeZabBxdkZ6jz53_E_iLLSCI6rJZYLniS0M3f7_BcR79MpdBuLumaJ8cOtdrxGY4LIVKqUzFoMPiS0j5pCum6/w450-h640/use-a-side-table-next-to-a-chair.jpg" title="Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table" width="450" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I love thrift store diamonds in the rough and this side table certainly fits that label.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkUX-GY11Uw33cntMu9Ayv3rt8GUVRm1Wx0TpJp6nZ5vtW5Be1NXcuX7yTIf3X1eLQBT3dEqaLcPCs57_q61wwjotX5PgLGE3Q5YICc5Z32CaUGKhiEDpQW3Rzygm0saQQPWESfRrnPigPsZHa8vmrzLuWhg-58kidBUsssxFLJvjDNLxDp3vi29C41yVx/s1600/rustic-wood-side-table.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1035" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkUX-GY11Uw33cntMu9Ayv3rt8GUVRm1Wx0TpJp6nZ5vtW5Be1NXcuX7yTIf3X1eLQBT3dEqaLcPCs57_q61wwjotX5PgLGE3Q5YICc5Z32CaUGKhiEDpQW3Rzygm0saQQPWESfRrnPigPsZHa8vmrzLuWhg-58kidBUsssxFLJvjDNLxDp3vi29C41yVx/w414-h640/rustic-wood-side-table.jpg" title="Skinny Thrifted Wood Side Table" width="414" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">PS: Everything in this picture is from a thrift store or garage sale, including the plants--the chair, pillow, table, books, teacup--all of it and that makes me happy.</span><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-79351650429813971362024-01-24T04:00:00.001-07:002024-01-24T04:00:00.254-07:00Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Last year I thrifted a vintage, feedsack fabric quilt,</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWQX-gMZV5CVA_xeVXJYEFBpXCjw2qoJ_fEJe3j3FzbyH58LiEGtonxuRzzCbee_0WruLHJ5EhyphenhyphenuTXBGRUvvIqgTj08QEvuW73kmEv-WObf53jlyU9_x-H08EyXAc7Qg2amihK6Sh6c28yvRDfhn91yPD_GByy9S6QH9bpkjgx1iKVXYDmETU79gWYoxGr/s1418/vintage-feedsack-cutter-quilt.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1418" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWQX-gMZV5CVA_xeVXJYEFBpXCjw2qoJ_fEJe3j3FzbyH58LiEGtonxuRzzCbee_0WruLHJ5EhyphenhyphenuTXBGRUvvIqgTj08QEvuW73kmEv-WObf53jlyU9_x-H08EyXAc7Qg2amihK6Sh6c28yvRDfhn91yPD_GByy9S6QH9bpkjgx1iKVXYDmETU79gWYoxGr/w640-h482/vintage-feedsack-cutter-quilt.jpg" title="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">and I made some heart pillows out of it.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuK3_qdY69AHKbT0T3m3iooFxXAjtTuaEVytCxNjerVv-ttaqMPhEc3vKHTZ6W0AZ2klnDrNer-v1C33LCs28RGscZggvVjBC-OAi7qFabbMd9SEYk7jX_Frn4C9dZ6EqLwqIouYrerrIISZxfwOoPYMSOSiZg-W-zAgKnV602el7i6s0tSePJa_n2vTB-/s1600/sew-stuffed-hearts-from-a-damaged-vintage-quilt.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1268" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuK3_qdY69AHKbT0T3m3iooFxXAjtTuaEVytCxNjerVv-ttaqMPhEc3vKHTZ6W0AZ2klnDrNer-v1C33LCs28RGscZggvVjBC-OAi7qFabbMd9SEYk7jX_Frn4C9dZ6EqLwqIouYrerrIISZxfwOoPYMSOSiZg-W-zAgKnV602el7i6s0tSePJa_n2vTB-/w508-h640/sew-stuffed-hearts-from-a-damaged-vintage-quilt.jpg" title="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" width="508" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I pulled the quilt back out on a very cold day last week and made more heart pillows plus some smaller, hanging hearts.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuG399RCboWV_eAZpLG8zN910vwBDib8S_00MqsdHtz5zpbitm8SBhUwfe3X7XZEFRxMh-M5-xQO82kpdr87qZ08tUinA1uJgK6N757DcNJps1GhCYHjrUB5Jdgs8rP07Uu6bzWaSSlLwPWlncpzD0zXsSlth60tQZlzO3xQ71Jd46zJiiZJqI3nNikg6b/s4080/sewing-vintage-quilt-hearts.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" border="0" data-original-height="3072" data-original-width="4080" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuG399RCboWV_eAZpLG8zN910vwBDib8S_00MqsdHtz5zpbitm8SBhUwfe3X7XZEFRxMh-M5-xQO82kpdr87qZ08tUinA1uJgK6N757DcNJps1GhCYHjrUB5Jdgs8rP07Uu6bzWaSSlLwPWlncpzD0zXsSlth60tQZlzO3xQ71Jd46zJiiZJqI3nNikg6b/w640-h482/sewing-vintage-quilt-hearts.jpg" title="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I sewed around the outside and then hand-stitched a velvet ribbon hanger on the hearts.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglireoQYSBcFp8E_Q4A6-MqHFnmOusnUPYAP3WobL1RJKexOf3PHbo3lY9ghY0IY5rwDUIfKRpzJbg4XsvGwiroO7gP9NGtPcPUtDz6rf4lRGZm-BBSj-z8anVRSnTtsjCiircya5pHZ52CyeZx64plHLP90f4SBnpXBhVS9357ru-vUwQpAVBAG63o_QX/s1600/hang-a-valentine-on-a-chair.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="999" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglireoQYSBcFp8E_Q4A6-MqHFnmOusnUPYAP3WobL1RJKexOf3PHbo3lY9ghY0IY5rwDUIfKRpzJbg4XsvGwiroO7gP9NGtPcPUtDz6rf4lRGZm-BBSj-z8anVRSnTtsjCiircya5pHZ52CyeZx64plHLP90f4SBnpXBhVS9357ru-vUwQpAVBAG63o_QX/w400-h640/hang-a-valentine-on-a-chair.jpg" title="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" width="400" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">These add a perfect, simple Valentine's Day decor to the home while still being subtle. They are cute hanging on a chair or</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIA5hXAYBj57aU36z2_jQhXU8njY9hs4rW5hzDokrlv6GRJSgE-ciOB2gjiA04xll3UylnUrhja8PkanUBmuVb26RIBNMICHgCDeFQ04z_KCZoRVesFZRti5tcPZ7WK_peID_rm5Fe_RttEkSSFTssdG2kxMWsPMi7dYNVMmFSuO7195gbL4kWM4NKkQ4U/s1600/vintage-quilt-heart.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIA5hXAYBj57aU36z2_jQhXU8njY9hs4rW5hzDokrlv6GRJSgE-ciOB2gjiA04xll3UylnUrhja8PkanUBmuVb26RIBNMICHgCDeFQ04z_KCZoRVesFZRti5tcPZ7WK_peID_rm5Fe_RttEkSSFTssdG2kxMWsPMi7dYNVMmFSuO7195gbL4kWM4NKkQ4U/w426-h640/vintage-quilt-heart.jpg" title="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">on a doorknob.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSnjZ0_omAbjjEWstNY030ESvoz81Tll0giPNyCFkrRtiyyNzzOBSXQ717Y3RkTCVqLDh46yxhHpIwAoJLv6LdjJqyLadtGqrF6NslT462DETY2V3V0PzI4FZQgeg4z5QqwRI9NwuDPIdIibQvc5bra_BiOM_q39MG1sDQte4DTphrJyTvrVZZTEwtCjWc/s1600/heart-decor-on-a-blanket-ladder.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSnjZ0_omAbjjEWstNY030ESvoz81Tll0giPNyCFkrRtiyyNzzOBSXQ717Y3RkTCVqLDh46yxhHpIwAoJLv6LdjJqyLadtGqrF6NslT462DETY2V3V0PzI4FZQgeg4z5QqwRI9NwuDPIdIibQvc5bra_BiOM_q39MG1sDQte4DTphrJyTvrVZZTEwtCjWc/w426-h640/heart-decor-on-a-blanket-ladder.jpg" title="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Hang one on a blanket ladder,</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtll6yhErf14vKTbAUHmtCBUnzSWS6XPOnv6SP3YR6qfsheEZUj6Kw24THkcHlJk8LVmh3iQo66zvfvpAge3XemgoC57jsk9xFnfXqq-gknG816C1___NJYbqM_nPQiD00eeyh4_bhQEGD5YpBqYkrsJCsURBH3p1WbjRc2swdMlayE-aqdel4jboQ17Tf/s1538/subtle-valentines-decor.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" border="0" data-original-height="1538" data-original-width="1305" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtll6yhErf14vKTbAUHmtCBUnzSWS6XPOnv6SP3YR6qfsheEZUj6Kw24THkcHlJk8LVmh3iQo66zvfvpAge3XemgoC57jsk9xFnfXqq-gknG816C1___NJYbqM_nPQiD00eeyh4_bhQEGD5YpBqYkrsJCsURBH3p1WbjRc2swdMlayE-aqdel4jboQ17Tf/w544-h640/subtle-valentines-decor.jpg" title="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" width="544" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">on an entryway coat hook or</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmXcb1BQl_NuDddUNCSYi_8nmw8-b6m23mLcMG-Mrj4t_yW4W6mVgRrSFpNl8wt-Fv-vQEcSJlNmDdLZIgx98cgAmFOWllDSS2OXzSacc_Z5fIB9E4A-mbOeMjFudJGGp3-3qFhykzc_7Wcp5A8fU2VekPU9EgAQ5jyIA6GWda9tzeYqCO1tM5SBQ5IR89/s1600/a-heart-for-the-kitchen-cupboards.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1311" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmXcb1BQl_NuDddUNCSYi_8nmw8-b6m23mLcMG-Mrj4t_yW4W6mVgRrSFpNl8wt-Fv-vQEcSJlNmDdLZIgx98cgAmFOWllDSS2OXzSacc_Z5fIB9E4A-mbOeMjFudJGGp3-3qFhykzc_7Wcp5A8fU2VekPU9EgAQ5jyIA6GWda9tzeYqCO1tM5SBQ5IR89/w524-h640/a-heart-for-the-kitchen-cupboards.jpg" title="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" width="524" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">on a kitchen cupboard handle.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqb3GSRZQ-_wDlEWU-ygmbR4NnCStw428Gbwka-fNmGftzaWn3qXYnQJEDMnknqdtNMH-5eFg86XWuJhFdIRQAL9sfzNoNLPYO8IeQmCWJCbrnvuHEN97RWLSyvMdM19NIaDxq_UNRF6TUJocp4hmn8HoGayLYHoF-KlsAZv6ttLIEQYUt3UtucYUi-6SS/s1600/valentines-day-kitchen-decor.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1198" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqb3GSRZQ-_wDlEWU-ygmbR4NnCStw428Gbwka-fNmGftzaWn3qXYnQJEDMnknqdtNMH-5eFg86XWuJhFdIRQAL9sfzNoNLPYO8IeQmCWJCbrnvuHEN97RWLSyvMdM19NIaDxq_UNRF6TUJocp4hmn8HoGayLYHoF-KlsAZv6ttLIEQYUt3UtucYUi-6SS/w480-h640/valentines-day-kitchen-decor.jpg" title="Vintage Quilt Hanging Hearts" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I love the vintage fabric on these and the touch of Valentine's Day they add without being too loud and love saving bits and pieces of someone's handiwork.</span><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-66607376788140151132024-01-23T16:57:00.003-07:002024-01-23T16:57:42.948-07:00Inexpensive DIY Wall Art<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">On goal I have with my monthly-pop-up shop is to incorporate inspiring displays that customers want to take pictures of. My shop is off the beaten path so I hope to teach customers how they can make their own home spaces personal and unique. One thing I decided to make for this month's pop-up shop is a large piece of wall art that catches people's eyes as they walk into the shop.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqybRmvt1rpgeE2e49ujJYMXdscGXEvq4oMG1_2RoVvQwZ6fDg0LaKaEzyWSf-g1ke_Yg1HJSTkLDP3tok9aJkevonJHYIc0ks3Y-jWjAsXHXHg5u5-JGft3A7BOnnJ2ZU5kAJMmP12ni2PTm9Vb0bl4qyWTBm5PdzJrslvIUTDa5uoyUI2nR21fmmH7Eq/s1600/inexpensive-diy-wall-art.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1035" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqybRmvt1rpgeE2e49ujJYMXdscGXEvq4oMG1_2RoVvQwZ6fDg0LaKaEzyWSf-g1ke_Yg1HJSTkLDP3tok9aJkevonJHYIc0ks3Y-jWjAsXHXHg5u5-JGft3A7BOnnJ2ZU5kAJMmP12ni2PTm9Vb0bl4qyWTBm5PdzJrslvIUTDa5uoyUI2nR21fmmH7Eq/w414-h640/inexpensive-diy-wall-art.jpg" title="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" width="414" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I chose old books as my canvas and created a more modern art piece with them. Keep reading to see how you can make something like this for your space.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhljkVAO5C2__gKtecd6CUP56A1Llb0EMtLdtnEGP6TgJQOzNG9rDh6s9rJYfiOnjk1iggJN4h8RuZaPmm3e9t6GeCthTOkrQJSXof_1xY5CvxeTcIOVpHivRrWd0yU25CX4UwVpgovHVA8GOK0wzQfWECpfyBFAB-K1oZdJgmov6wQPDy7Mpw9ZsCpGiBN/s4080/free-old-books.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" border="0" data-original-height="3072" data-original-width="4080" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhljkVAO5C2__gKtecd6CUP56A1Llb0EMtLdtnEGP6TgJQOzNG9rDh6s9rJYfiOnjk1iggJN4h8RuZaPmm3e9t6GeCthTOkrQJSXof_1xY5CvxeTcIOVpHivRrWd0yU25CX4UwVpgovHVA8GOK0wzQfWECpfyBFAB-K1oZdJgmov6wQPDy7Mpw9ZsCpGiBN/w640-h482/free-old-books.jpg" title="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">There are a couple thrift stores that I shop at that have free book bins, which is where I got most of the books I used.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU1XNU-0E65QuyG7-2GkbOzi0Eohc85_t4oOaq63gR6qYNJJQ6CZ9cH8SNVisR7DOJX1IQdB8S6fWEFi1faFLRR3iaGe0CdYlvnPLHwtLPxie6-H7BNo-scUO4NjfOAH5SEwbGcTjHhzep_EtwXP-EKBS8-y2d8JPOHQbBi_d4mOb4UbIumiZOsOiUivRt/s4080/block-posters.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiU1XNU-0E65QuyG7-2GkbOzi0Eohc85_t4oOaq63gR6qYNJJQ6CZ9cH8SNVisR7DOJX1IQdB8S6fWEFi1faFLRR3iaGe0CdYlvnPLHwtLPxie6-H7BNo-scUO4NjfOAH5SEwbGcTjHhzep_EtwXP-EKBS8-y2d8JPOHQbBi_d4mOb4UbIumiZOsOiUivRt/w482-h640/block-posters.jpg" title="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I chose a copyright free image from PicMonkey to paint. I wanted something fairly simple for my first attempt at book wall art. I used Block Posters, a free site, to enlarge my image to four letter paper sized pages wide.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAjRtvBpjoI0iWguOsYv2NdsjLiqRx0jmGv3pXXSp0NLRh0tUOy_ujGJiPYZuXaSbga-TSizSrlZhXGIkhn4WAEgVsfZLaxvbuvX_FsuNSWUmHOKWj3w0Cy6eBHdULh3BhyphenhyphenHNwMDF2Nt7rBFyXrSC-1fsopY-yw5koEJ60pSUgRvJfJQXEcNAmhPZl-C9A/s4080/tape-pages-together.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAjRtvBpjoI0iWguOsYv2NdsjLiqRx0jmGv3pXXSp0NLRh0tUOy_ujGJiPYZuXaSbga-TSizSrlZhXGIkhn4WAEgVsfZLaxvbuvX_FsuNSWUmHOKWj3w0Cy6eBHdULh3BhyphenhyphenHNwMDF2Nt7rBFyXrSC-1fsopY-yw5koEJ60pSUgRvJfJQXEcNAmhPZl-C9A/w482-h640/tape-pages-together.jpg" title="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" width="482" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I taped the printed pages together and then cut out around the image to get an idea of size I needed for the books,</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNbAGjShYjZs9j6MSdyR9aLt_yTCpbA8pxUTyox6YZGysyyXGsL4g_SCPLW7xhC0psZsr-euBcZ8DUJWDF1T6DdfAEX0EDoQZasxjtbc7KPnm326DJ10ANtnlmfTfoN-6SD_CplCe-JSIaqD8g79jobPnFAd1GO_6O8P46fG5U5R5a9nlMIaO6FiSkmkvh/s3867/play-with-book-arrangement.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" border="0" data-original-height="3867" data-original-width="2912" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNbAGjShYjZs9j6MSdyR9aLt_yTCpbA8pxUTyox6YZGysyyXGsL4g_SCPLW7xhC0psZsr-euBcZ8DUJWDF1T6DdfAEX0EDoQZasxjtbc7KPnm326DJ10ANtnlmfTfoN-6SD_CplCe-JSIaqD8g79jobPnFAd1GO_6O8P46fG5U5R5a9nlMIaO6FiSkmkvh/w482-h640/play-with-book-arrangement.jpg" title="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I played around with the book layout, turning some perpendicular.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmteAeYnAXkbw5ysKi-GrU2N_WV6MsJl_3At_gyNRYLUveX74ib-tjoAXWsd4r9UyPoWKpj19boCHzh3CpLe3nAf2kkPNsxnUsbWoly0SupM0Oz97kf7EGyBineHREak5wCb4WsL7rSzP-Bv5AvRR9S2rCDOKiz8BbwQ0wr_9mG6ElceUn7cXLL-2PETGE/s4080/rub-a-pencil-on-the-back.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmteAeYnAXkbw5ysKi-GrU2N_WV6MsJl_3At_gyNRYLUveX74ib-tjoAXWsd4r9UyPoWKpj19boCHzh3CpLe3nAf2kkPNsxnUsbWoly0SupM0Oz97kf7EGyBineHREak5wCb4WsL7rSzP-Bv5AvRR9S2rCDOKiz8BbwQ0wr_9mG6ElceUn7cXLL-2PETGE/w482-h640/rub-a-pencil-on-the-back.jpg" title="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Next I rubbed a pencil on the pack of the image.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwD_QyiawqHnnSr9vyUvdR3kUOjcG8ty0SMU9fhErEZJoJA9t1Tdpy5lkvvH3InU_RyHqMSRZPViwKvn9AnNN0GZBp9GosDUosCEg3we6kHp_krO-fK4U4zSHReAU5zYFEVNhIxqY-_IQ5ZQlD9Feylzt6YEDPrHxMljCw8duwIATGgBPK2Cfwa10VmiqT/s4080/back-of-image-with-pencil.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwD_QyiawqHnnSr9vyUvdR3kUOjcG8ty0SMU9fhErEZJoJA9t1Tdpy5lkvvH3InU_RyHqMSRZPViwKvn9AnNN0GZBp9GosDUosCEg3we6kHp_krO-fK4U4zSHReAU5zYFEVNhIxqY-_IQ5ZQlD9Feylzt6YEDPrHxMljCw8duwIATGgBPK2Cfwa10VmiqT/w482-h640/back-of-image-with-pencil.jpg" title="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">This is what it looks like on the back/</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFFWnA8FAivqZ4d3k9B1MKrSz1Lw0veFyzQui8gqyzypRXnKYvmF4o8HjMzYab19LoAv3fzJPJ0e2tAF-LsvanGoIT7GiKUNQZ90e_Ote5bWDuxR1ObpSPiZcKEskyi6WJr_9qCQYcvtzJAb6IIvle1nRDlV4WGRFG9bk7B3rz52E8iiLfVwehmRArlDMJ/s4080/lightly-tape-image-to-old-books.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFFWnA8FAivqZ4d3k9B1MKrSz1Lw0veFyzQui8gqyzypRXnKYvmF4o8HjMzYab19LoAv3fzJPJ0e2tAF-LsvanGoIT7GiKUNQZ90e_Ote5bWDuxR1ObpSPiZcKEskyi6WJr_9qCQYcvtzJAb6IIvle1nRDlV4WGRFG9bk7B3rz52E8iiLfVwehmRArlDMJ/w482-h640/lightly-tape-image-to-old-books.jpg" title="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I then lightly taped the image in a few spots on the books.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnnafI_6Ji5i8z3FeCMCaE_SFfZUKhPY_hNXyTJPiRznuaGMbe7kU_Gd-6X3gb0ecWUJUsg3qF0fguel7ABU-cGgRCS488sDr5-tB8QliJtp-ZyiiXmDWN1Hnm_t9RzZiWwkI9_d-oHRn_K3V5H2HG3vARTQtASOHw6pvwqy0swLQqjSg2rRjv6u5yXFm1/s4080/trace-over-image-with-a-blunt-tip.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnnafI_6Ji5i8z3FeCMCaE_SFfZUKhPY_hNXyTJPiRznuaGMbe7kU_Gd-6X3gb0ecWUJUsg3qF0fguel7ABU-cGgRCS488sDr5-tB8QliJtp-ZyiiXmDWN1Hnm_t9RzZiWwkI9_d-oHRn_K3V5H2HG3vARTQtASOHw6pvwqy0swLQqjSg2rRjv6u5yXFm1/w482-h640/trace-over-image-with-a-blunt-tip.jpg" title="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Trace over the image with a blunt tip or stylus.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLMHYyFb5GbcCAlKPuLrzWNtrzZ_CerlcxmkyB2t6b4YwdURuGPgbq402OYkn8qv0tu23LEAmgYjP_knvQchBzS_QZ8bEprszOhidnE0Ljt14WlTDdtG2VbuUFPl_7lfCPjoytuX04EVJuQMvMnaH-d2BsAic2qsjTWdiF9DRnAAw9c_p-9fmIszAazYVT/s3278/paint-outline-with-black-craft-paint.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" border="0" data-original-height="3278" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLMHYyFb5GbcCAlKPuLrzWNtrzZ_CerlcxmkyB2t6b4YwdURuGPgbq402OYkn8qv0tu23LEAmgYjP_knvQchBzS_QZ8bEprszOhidnE0Ljt14WlTDdtG2VbuUFPl_7lfCPjoytuX04EVJuQMvMnaH-d2BsAic2qsjTWdiF9DRnAAw9c_p-9fmIszAazYVT/w600-h640/paint-outline-with-black-craft-paint.jpg" title="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" width="600" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Paint the image with black (or color of your choice) craft paint.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTcZ4NL8DFJlHbi12LEgCcmS81DWYptfm7yIeMlDITxAoKLy83zGQ18uUDIqtLigqkC0bpnnj7mfv5nv4LGkjDprQkpwvkVGskXSUJTD1yUrg3BpX1FNx2dNoEhUoe-N8hcGfnRPcZxL2HN_B2LRxkaqtCP1oFfu37HbKZvfWpjF-nCM_bzpMXHaqraAQ6/s1600/create-wall-art-with-old-books.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1190" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTcZ4NL8DFJlHbi12LEgCcmS81DWYptfm7yIeMlDITxAoKLy83zGQ18uUDIqtLigqkC0bpnnj7mfv5nv4LGkjDprQkpwvkVGskXSUJTD1yUrg3BpX1FNx2dNoEhUoe-N8hcGfnRPcZxL2HN_B2LRxkaqtCP1oFfu37HbKZvfWpjF-nCM_bzpMXHaqraAQ6/w476-h640/create-wall-art-with-old-books.jpg" title="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" width="476" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I used small nails to attach the book art to the wall in my shop. </span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtXt1imnSA4oMCWVxjRPvr5fO5xHE_mMble10wmRmavx9WMaym5p5zf_yhteNmvRtJcOH-HaSCywf3qKnh5LIj5vekUyBGHBFHFjqY8_4g4qntG-N6MDUqFie0rYoJZbhAk07d6L_fMepRsiZ1b6x0RuL1__7GRMttEDOaM7hHGEDeepPhtOhtyoIcVa6e/s1600/some-pges-are-not-nailed-down.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtXt1imnSA4oMCWVxjRPvr5fO5xHE_mMble10wmRmavx9WMaym5p5zf_yhteNmvRtJcOH-HaSCywf3qKnh5LIj5vekUyBGHBFHFjqY8_4g4qntG-N6MDUqFie0rYoJZbhAk07d6L_fMepRsiZ1b6x0RuL1__7GRMttEDOaM7hHGEDeepPhtOhtyoIcVa6e/w426-h640/some-pges-are-not-nailed-down.jpg" title="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I left some of the top pages loose and some I nailed down.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjka_cmCidJcWrJnpJ2NzxgRJd2rAZF8jdmbnSk4-fvuGhHUeGSXLoa_Ak2bnEp0uKE8mx0i0bdEJz_iJJubtMjMxKX8cOsROl3NvQv-mcUHejuApDHVYarOvEr-xixMdlX0RhhTjE6d5dHTRcmPSsAhwsa7mOdocEvbAxA7cwvdG2VMhBYkkhQtkfZbgfJ/s1600/pop-up-shop-wall-display.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjka_cmCidJcWrJnpJ2NzxgRJd2rAZF8jdmbnSk4-fvuGhHUeGSXLoa_Ak2bnEp0uKE8mx0i0bdEJz_iJJubtMjMxKX8cOsROl3NvQv-mcUHejuApDHVYarOvEr-xixMdlX0RhhTjE6d5dHTRcmPSsAhwsa7mOdocEvbAxA7cwvdG2VMhBYkkhQtkfZbgfJ/w428-h640/pop-up-shop-wall-display.jpg" title="Inexpensive DIY Wall Art" width="428" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I love the light books on the darker wood wall. This project cost a couple dollars and only took me a couple hours to complete. I am already planning out my next old book wall art. This project can be personalized in so many ways. Let me know if you try it!</span><br /></div></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-75125117769230426612024-01-18T14:59:00.000-07:002024-01-18T14:59:00.094-07:005 Ways to Use Thrift Store Pillow Shams<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">One area of a thrift store that I always make sure to peruse is the linen section and in particular, the pillow shams. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJe8TqhAyqMwSARaABnh5apqoK946PRPxLlDljnjO4O6qpDCb31p_aGELcnGR4FyySVctrTrMbIPEkndTlefWwOvGkd35FFzFasOmQCT6FX7JOYv3pvdzB8v3Zso3Asmnw4snTtb0Ep3DR3CCQoxbxtiyE4l5_IfJV7zrUJLZ-1G8pp81zGJd4fNv1z4gH/s4080/thrift-store-pillow-shams.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="5 Ways to Use Thrift Store Pillow Shams" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJe8TqhAyqMwSARaABnh5apqoK946PRPxLlDljnjO4O6qpDCb31p_aGELcnGR4FyySVctrTrMbIPEkndTlefWwOvGkd35FFzFasOmQCT6FX7JOYv3pvdzB8v3Zso3Asmnw4snTtb0Ep3DR3CCQoxbxtiyE4l5_IfJV7zrUJLZ-1G8pp81zGJd4fNv1z4gH/w482-h640/thrift-store-pillow-shams.jpg" title="5 Ways to Use Thrift Store Pillow Shams" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Pillow shams tend to be a low dollar item at the thrift store. It is great to have different ones to change out your throw pillows seasonally. The shams store easily and are perfect for removing and washing. But, shams aren't just for pillows. Here are FIVE unique ways you can use thrifted shams throughout your home. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbNMbAfK3cWT46gILmnE5BGP8jfEdTnVXlO47DLGPgpujvbCWI1T5JdBBe6-BIupmd8IBEyDFNobTEYTTDGYJfgfz9Ps4HhVqM79kMxHM9gKp7AR3kuJt2_bzvgOTd2sHpwIrsxTDQ77pNTMaHX2h4Vp5gp9g6GZv89RQjaT1toEjhaPujzmDkS4wTK27j/s1600/pillow-sham-table-runner.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="5 Ways to Use Thrift Store Pillow Shams" border="0" data-original-height="1144" data-original-width="1600" height="458" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbNMbAfK3cWT46gILmnE5BGP8jfEdTnVXlO47DLGPgpujvbCWI1T5JdBBe6-BIupmd8IBEyDFNobTEYTTDGYJfgfz9Ps4HhVqM79kMxHM9gKp7AR3kuJt2_bzvgOTd2sHpwIrsxTDQ77pNTMaHX2h4Vp5gp9g6GZv89RQjaT1toEjhaPujzmDkS4wTK27j/w640-h458/pillow-sham-table-runner.jpg" title="5 Ways to Use Thrift Store Pillow Shams" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I loved the fabric on both sides of this pretty sham with the small ruffled edge. A sham, rectangular or square, works well as a placemat or table runner under a centerpiece or tray. It adds a bit more color to the vignette and protects your surface.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPcNNjVwiW3Fbl8fiisXul8HCny0l9M0BBEiLxFSkKychNor7IkLAeARFS2RUJVcdMGLiXtRdIcJRoE8R0yxqRpyNzcoZModXLiGJGGrBcbL7pm8eUJBuvQMchITYzlHcJ2zMA5GdIRXBaUUSEscAGvFxCZZti6dMEOMDz1pMqYkHWImOZLERch-yCfpof/s1600/use-a-pillow-sham-on-a-bench.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="5 Ways to Use Thrift Store Pillow Shams" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="995" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPcNNjVwiW3Fbl8fiisXul8HCny0l9M0BBEiLxFSkKychNor7IkLAeARFS2RUJVcdMGLiXtRdIcJRoE8R0yxqRpyNzcoZModXLiGJGGrBcbL7pm8eUJBuvQMchITYzlHcJ2zMA5GdIRXBaUUSEscAGvFxCZZti6dMEOMDz1pMqYkHWImOZLERch-yCfpof/w398-h640/use-a-pillow-sham-on-a-bench.jpg" title="5 Ways to Use Thrift Store Pillow Shams" width="398" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">This same shame works well on my entryway bench. It adds pattern and color to the space without having a bulky blanket on the bench (because no one is curling up with a blanket on an entry way bench). The sham gives the illusion of a blanket without the heft of a folded throw.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiOheTKcskyjoSJWKIWR6K4iLnjtAYQ_PxZhelDMVpFqb0EsB5OA4J76yQBmdEa31aOM1KeSii4r2M8qENciFloOvbXy7kdzhO2KvDYek65qvK-B_Grg41q2SlYda6Or6fxrqq3Ql_azlynNckocetucgr-UX_y3JqTNnFebAr-AbENcWVIJvuyHl6RjC1/s1600/pillow-sham-arm-rest-covers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><img alt="5 Ways to Use Thrift Store Pillow Shams" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1152" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiOheTKcskyjoSJWKIWR6K4iLnjtAYQ_PxZhelDMVpFqb0EsB5OA4J76yQBmdEa31aOM1KeSii4r2M8qENciFloOvbXy7kdzhO2KvDYek65qvK-B_Grg41q2SlYda6Or6fxrqq3Ql_azlynNckocetucgr-UX_y3JqTNnFebAr-AbENcWVIJvuyHl6RjC1/w460-h640/pillow-sham-arm-rest-covers.jpg" title="5 Ways to Use Thrift Store Pillow Shams" width="460" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">This idea does make me giggle a bit--welcome to Grammie's house. A pair of square shams work as armrest covers on a chair that may need extra protection. With the shams you get all the coverage you need without the sticky, grandma plastic.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsrcHVaCRek89WLYx8cm9UPKnP3u_5WBorrXqjP7pHOOV6xmDBfNVH-e1kiQhDL-7623-0xY0CSg9kb7JAj9XvMlNcviVpnft33umKf_VG1tOTX1zd-OJw4gpngH8gyYiPCpwqT9qT2jGgRW-on9tCrdyLQv8AhPCPhrCvsJNs9TgWKmiLZWnV4fmnBHta/s1600/pillow-sham-frame.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="5 Ways to Use Thrift Store Pillow Shams" border="0" data-original-height="1572" data-original-width="1600" height="628" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsrcHVaCRek89WLYx8cm9UPKnP3u_5WBorrXqjP7pHOOV6xmDBfNVH-e1kiQhDL-7623-0xY0CSg9kb7JAj9XvMlNcviVpnft33umKf_VG1tOTX1zd-OJw4gpngH8gyYiPCpwqT9qT2jGgRW-on9tCrdyLQv8AhPCPhrCvsJNs9TgWKmiLZWnV4fmnBHta/w640-h628/pillow-sham-frame.jpg" title="5 Ways to Use Thrift Store Pillow Shams" width="640" /></a></div>A pillow sham with a great design works on the wall as a frame or backdrop for a black-and white photo or artpiece.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY-7-QqpbAmFTZXNF85rjwHzvxYHI6OR1JFhLRbSxKMGEFFh0V4vOFJwlQhMHhk3atsfoU1j9rv5ip31mFls6kGGTxQskg5uKGeODoiBysIeOUReRiv0rRLw0Nqq1VyJhwNzu9mYIZGwbZG_Ux2BAEBQzYV0D3eCrcLrxwqw7wTMdRN1LxPthL-Wa94sBK/s1600/pillow-sham-wall-tapestry.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="5 Ways to Use Thrift Store Pillow Shams" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1397" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiY-7-QqpbAmFTZXNF85rjwHzvxYHI6OR1JFhLRbSxKMGEFFh0V4vOFJwlQhMHhk3atsfoU1j9rv5ip31mFls6kGGTxQskg5uKGeODoiBysIeOUReRiv0rRLw0Nqq1VyJhwNzu9mYIZGwbZG_Ux2BAEBQzYV0D3eCrcLrxwqw7wTMdRN1LxPthL-Wa94sBK/w558-h640/pillow-sham-wall-tapestry.jpg" title="5 Ways to Use Thrift Store Pillow Shams" width="558" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">It also can be used as a wall tapestry with nothing hanging on top of it.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I have also found larger shams are a perfect resource for fabric to recover one or two chairs or make a tot bag that zips from one--just add a handle. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Be sure to check out the linen section at your local thrift store. What would use one for (besides a pillow)?<br /><br /> </span><br /><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-10666876410750687372024-01-16T15:28:00.005-07:002024-01-16T15:28:35.595-07:00Simple Countertop Centerpiece with Thrifted Finds<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Centerpieces or vignettes are a fun way to incorporate your style and some seasonal decor into your home. They are also easy to put together with items that you have on hand or with inexpensive, thrift store finds. I like to keep one on my kitchen table and also on my upper counter on my kitchen island. Here is one that I just created for the winter months using only thrifted items.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilKBV9ioysFxVB1bK4bTN0Sfw-5JzrcVg8iEfvJccFs_-yK6mVQXbTjXHeKzx_RQ2EZ_M30a53D7qs7Fbc_6eBq44_7r_ULNOTtJU7AizM2vhpNBOIPuXaELBppDyg1hPB9E78MjtfdPaiaj5etLXLmO1ze5kdnbw8CxSkwwvCAM6FG-b9_epcABM4DNyP/s1600/simple-winter-centerpiece-with-thrifted-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Countertop Centerpiece with Thrifted Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="699" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilKBV9ioysFxVB1bK4bTN0Sfw-5JzrcVg8iEfvJccFs_-yK6mVQXbTjXHeKzx_RQ2EZ_M30a53D7qs7Fbc_6eBq44_7r_ULNOTtJU7AizM2vhpNBOIPuXaELBppDyg1hPB9E78MjtfdPaiaj5etLXLmO1ze5kdnbw8CxSkwwvCAM6FG-b9_epcABM4DNyP/w280-h640/simple-winter-centerpiece-with-thrifted-finds.jpg" title="Simple Countertop Centerpiece with Thrifted Finds" width="280" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Keep reading to see how to curate items to create your own seasonal centerpiece. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaug3A_vjagyPdvBVGNoCotKJm0ctwJ7jhJlpxuFOIyR51_32vjFamMHVDgzTCTPdgYMWkSEobfYt-I_wujK9Z817kbB1GtQ_JsxLIg3_Rnif7UBJQjJTgMEU_9V8u5eHrEdhcqw6qAxb8VHkxqHx0tDujBqTxeq75WJjtvb5pxbFYNI3zrVeJ0ykB28Kg/s1600/how-to-create-a-simple-centerpiece-with-thrift-store-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Countertop Centerpiece with Thrifted Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1015" data-original-width="1600" height="406" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaug3A_vjagyPdvBVGNoCotKJm0ctwJ7jhJlpxuFOIyR51_32vjFamMHVDgzTCTPdgYMWkSEobfYt-I_wujK9Z817kbB1GtQ_JsxLIg3_Rnif7UBJQjJTgMEU_9V8u5eHrEdhcqw6qAxb8VHkxqHx0tDujBqTxeq75WJjtvb5pxbFYNI3zrVeJ0ykB28Kg/w640-h406/how-to-create-a-simple-centerpiece-with-thrift-store-finds.jpg" title="Simple Countertop Centerpiece with Thrifted Finds" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">This centerpiece is low profile and in this spot I am okay with this. It sits in front of my stove on the upper island counter. Not having something with height means it is easier to converse with people or guests that are in the great room area.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuLC9kFkL5O6LY7dFJeVhZnIaNvLmS5EeyK47Xj6mqfUmMvTvpQnzPkfVfbB0B0JzjosiSHhiH9uxsXa4vjA0KtQfNHYLDf_pRy07Tuuk7OLaeNqv_TTQKoyncCfyx0-mbbw5a1KRCimrtL1MuneV5w_iNa3tlDqOQeksnvZuNDn5Iu81OqI6YSPkYjnsh/s1600/wood-trough-bowl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="wood trough or dough bowl" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="832" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuLC9kFkL5O6LY7dFJeVhZnIaNvLmS5EeyK47Xj6mqfUmMvTvpQnzPkfVfbB0B0JzjosiSHhiH9uxsXa4vjA0KtQfNHYLDf_pRy07Tuuk7OLaeNqv_TTQKoyncCfyx0-mbbw5a1KRCimrtL1MuneV5w_iNa3tlDqOQeksnvZuNDn5Iu81OqI6YSPkYjnsh/w332-h640/wood-trough-bowl.jpg" title="Simple Countertop Centerpiece with Thrifted Finds" width="332" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">You want to start with something to put your centerpiece on or in so that you can easily move it when needed. I am using a wood trough or dough bowl that I got for $2 at the thrift store. The warm, light wood is perfect for the winter months. You can use a tray or a platter, a large book or a cutting board.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWVhDSRNMRvrbxKbbElsJOLodBttCEFLd6B1mtS-bSu2tqEh2mqaF8discswVTmexSPS1ZPRGAKmFbcIE5EHpRkigQv_f_HQVlpANbKZQHNuxLTFEM7mZZlE1pSnW-Vd2ZC4HBDnaaoxMkTGBv76DucBHhL_jm5MrpwjLvXUoKq8D5zu-GfLRTuGy95SqS/s1600/thrifted-faux-stems.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="faux pampas grass" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWVhDSRNMRvrbxKbbElsJOLodBttCEFLd6B1mtS-bSu2tqEh2mqaF8discswVTmexSPS1ZPRGAKmFbcIE5EHpRkigQv_f_HQVlpANbKZQHNuxLTFEM7mZZlE1pSnW-Vd2ZC4HBDnaaoxMkTGBv76DucBHhL_jm5MrpwjLvXUoKq8D5zu-GfLRTuGy95SqS/w426-h640/thrifted-faux-stems.jpg" title="Simple Countertop Centerpiece with Thrifted Finds" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I think every, or at least most, centerpieces need greenery or stems or something natural. I chose to use faux pampas grass stems and pheasant feathers. These came together in a big bunch with pine branches. They were all brand new with original, hefty price tags on them. I think I got $50 worth of faux stems for $5. You can use twigs and branches from your yard, good fake stems, or real that you change out as needed.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW44eAAQ8tL1Tni4ATpfph4wbDXe7GGajlVqJyN0IEe514sulnDrrNsmJ_JlS3sBfRmd07las-GKpnA1v1iyTUfYL5bHr6H8QvPColTwiER47WK8a8-C7hOhbAnTe-RB7WCb0o2LHff2J8A3LZkpNZdPH06UbGWe4iSUigaCeSMXkJqYQmhZFMLku9ALAb/s1600/gold-bells.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="gold bells" border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1600" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjW44eAAQ8tL1Tni4ATpfph4wbDXe7GGajlVqJyN0IEe514sulnDrrNsmJ_JlS3sBfRmd07las-GKpnA1v1iyTUfYL5bHr6H8QvPColTwiER47WK8a8-C7hOhbAnTe-RB7WCb0o2LHff2J8A3LZkpNZdPH06UbGWe4iSUigaCeSMXkJqYQmhZFMLku9ALAb/w640-h426/gold-bells.jpg" title="Simple Countertop Centerpiece with Thrifted Finds" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I also used some bells from this wall hanging that I thrifted. It came with ten bells on it. I like the bells for winter and for "ringing in the new year". Find other small objects that interest you for your centerpiece. Pinecones, brass objects, small, vintage books, vintage kitchen utensils, figurines, or anything that you love that matches your style. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbIYRrR8sp96E3CYXWdgrCYGte-8_8TgmR8tD7riCD6m5BZw_ATHz0knrBe4K1HCsFXmv898qiKq4gtgvql65I_9wNwYxUGBEc9rs9i0_uZMmTT6GNyXdX3IzKkYOkx2zrE8VfvtmwwumRr9b3qEOaYbghEyquEkvR8IdHdr3rReVhCcCemJ9q6MiqdB_r/s1600/rattan-table-runner.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Countertop Centerpiece with Thrifted Finds" border="0" data-original-height="878" data-original-width="1600" height="352" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbIYRrR8sp96E3CYXWdgrCYGte-8_8TgmR8tD7riCD6m5BZw_ATHz0knrBe4K1HCsFXmv898qiKq4gtgvql65I_9wNwYxUGBEc9rs9i0_uZMmTT6GNyXdX3IzKkYOkx2zrE8VfvtmwwumRr9b3qEOaYbghEyquEkvR8IdHdr3rReVhCcCemJ9q6MiqdB_r/w640-h352/rattan-table-runner.jpg" title="Simple Countertop Centerpiece with Thrifted Finds" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Next step takes a little playing and will be unique to you depending on what items you are using to build your centerpiece. Arrange your items in different ways until you find a pleasing arrangement HINT: take a picture to better SEE the centerpiece. Think irregular shape and odd numbers. Asymmetrical displays are more pleasing to the eye. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLkTSAEZbr2sNn3o9Kv3rU5qnhAj6UA9CDj_TpTDNJ_17WoYV-V7esd2C-O0fhh2ccHnGe0L1Xl5m1A2EuyJ_asO3IKY6ot-TZrC8Vc4DQ0FtG7ctzlczazgOGmiDIKe83FVxvqtnuwS6j9O8Gv9Mm7ddwgnZNHxVtvE1TXmWMJCXvA_lrX4Lc4BnY8Fvu/s1600/pampas-grass-and-pheasant-feathers.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Countertop Centerpiece with Thrifted Finds" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="930" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLkTSAEZbr2sNn3o9Kv3rU5qnhAj6UA9CDj_TpTDNJ_17WoYV-V7esd2C-O0fhh2ccHnGe0L1Xl5m1A2EuyJ_asO3IKY6ot-TZrC8Vc4DQ0FtG7ctzlczazgOGmiDIKe83FVxvqtnuwS6j9O8Gv9Mm7ddwgnZNHxVtvE1TXmWMJCXvA_lrX4Lc4BnY8Fvu/w372-h640/pampas-grass-and-pheasant-feathers.jpg" title="Simple Countertop Centerpiece with Thrifted Finds" width="372" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I placed both pampas grass stems on one side along with the single feathers. The large feather stem is on the opposite side. The bells, that I tied together with jute, are more towards the feather stems rather than in the center of the wood trough.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv3vjd3V6dpRHxlA7keP-mTbfVH3Xridvsd7UCDTHKZbz7uhmu1pJni9M95AiDwrUBugLdYICvtd-arzwZ5uWIfvPUGYd_lWTj3f_EtXU-e2PGQ3alR4sIUTRCKFtPyz9LMuIu1iLDvNXu8Z3qqfu_-nIUVGaKi9BnpE40jy8IZVSfLeTlMk39_KltuvEM/s1600/countertop-centerpiece.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Simple Countertop Centerpiece with Thrifted Finds" border="0" data-original-height="984" data-original-width="1600" height="394" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv3vjd3V6dpRHxlA7keP-mTbfVH3Xridvsd7UCDTHKZbz7uhmu1pJni9M95AiDwrUBugLdYICvtd-arzwZ5uWIfvPUGYd_lWTj3f_EtXU-e2PGQ3alR4sIUTRCKFtPyz9LMuIu1iLDvNXu8Z3qqfu_-nIUVGaKi9BnpE40jy8IZVSfLeTlMk39_KltuvEM/w640-h394/countertop-centerpiece.jpg" title="Simple Countertop Centerpiece with Thrifted Finds" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I placed the centerpiece on a rattan table runner that I got for $3 at the thrift store. I folded it in half because it was too long to not. This simple centerpiece warms up the countertop space with the organic textures and natural wood. The white pampas grass looks so real and is the perfect white for winter without being a cold white.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Shop your home or the thrift stores and play with different items until you come up with a vignette that works for your home. Oh, and remember to have fun!</span><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-74338152393490105882024-01-11T03:30:00.001-07:002024-01-11T03:30:00.392-07:00Thrifty Thursday<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I think Thrifty Thursday is making it's return in 2024. That is where I share recent thrift store finds and how I use them or a project made with thrifted finds. I also hope to "let you into my brain" a little more (scary, I know) so you can know why I chose to buy something and to hopefully help you better hone your thrifting. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Here are some recent finds:</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju00GfrZPjWJJXzlOZC6y9X6sc_Txak6kkdL7WfseY-N0PFiNvfnT7x3SzBAWQUqpzsLvSu-pLTSaQDXJCMqQrZIotb1yk7Epq3VeVTs3rRTYY1mw9XJur-BjdwibiB-XF0sXKKcEMkjn7i61pGC02ZYTJokv_YA-L5Mz6IWTmrBg5PSvElMj8CvTz4O7o/s1600/thrift-curate-style.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Thrifty Thursday" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1280" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEju00GfrZPjWJJXzlOZC6y9X6sc_Txak6kkdL7WfseY-N0PFiNvfnT7x3SzBAWQUqpzsLvSu-pLTSaQDXJCMqQrZIotb1yk7Epq3VeVTs3rRTYY1mw9XJur-BjdwibiB-XF0sXKKcEMkjn7i61pGC02ZYTJokv_YA-L5Mz6IWTmrBg5PSvElMj8CvTz4O7o/w512-h640/thrift-curate-style.jpg" title="Thrifty Thursday" width="512" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">These items have a common color theme, red and blue. I find my eye has been drawn to red with Valentine's Day coming up. And I will always love blue. It helps me when I am thrifting if I have a theme or word in mind. Of course, I don't always stick to it because you have to be open to what is available, but knowing ahead of time I am looking for red items helps to better see them.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMyPex_tlw0SmxRr3IOGcA7HG-XVQK4F7UvjFDjE9KBcAO2wgJ4wHH6fG-u5SjnfUxDFkEYpp9rkUgNYJQueNz9pXqGW1H3lbPKJ4zs9zd20EI0XfIYSwnpQkYaWrpkBJjynltTqQfxaMt1Ueh5FtEwMpwaTowI7vUyjHjFYTwrOceZ1eK3AQDt_CKx9Hz/s1600/vintage-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Thrifty Thursday" border="0" data-original-height="938" data-original-width="1600" height="376" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMyPex_tlw0SmxRr3IOGcA7HG-XVQK4F7UvjFDjE9KBcAO2wgJ4wHH6fG-u5SjnfUxDFkEYpp9rkUgNYJQueNz9pXqGW1H3lbPKJ4zs9zd20EI0XfIYSwnpQkYaWrpkBJjynltTqQfxaMt1Ueh5FtEwMpwaTowI7vUyjHjFYTwrOceZ1eK3AQDt_CKx9Hz/w640-h376/vintage-finds.jpg" title="Thrifty Thursday" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Currently, I am using the vintage, needlepoint pillow and the red cocktail book in my home (that can change). The book sits on my bar with coasters sitting on it and the pillow sits in a side chair. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0Y8IvZ6WikP6v0oIPYoa-X1Nje3Mzy99lYMXoY-g__5X15DBNEJS0erqR47E2j5PmoWtS35KOuNslUQVuekH8Rv4f0a-0TwhL4fVj7W_9pv9StmXdnNGSx2dWvLxRtXiATaZd7Pocwl6-bkMhrtCitsIKRXnFtndob4sk4hOYwO0NrspkIJqdKvtaCqOz/s1600/old-school-apron.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Thrifty Thursday" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1133" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0Y8IvZ6WikP6v0oIPYoa-X1Nje3Mzy99lYMXoY-g__5X15DBNEJS0erqR47E2j5PmoWtS35KOuNslUQVuekH8Rv4f0a-0TwhL4fVj7W_9pv9StmXdnNGSx2dWvLxRtXiATaZd7Pocwl6-bkMhrtCitsIKRXnFtndob4sk4hOYwO0NrspkIJqdKvtaCqOz/w454-h640/old-school-apron.jpg" title="Thrifty Thursday" width="454" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I will fill and sell the large red and white pillow cover and also sell he vintage apron that makes me laugh. I thought about passing it on to my niece who is getting married next month. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6fbB7wuoZFMPGuzyZGE8I4uUeWkI6_IdIPlSKkiuQarCFrROXN1cd69ueRRCHoqB-yzLLW9Fk6Fuy-lnOQ9M1N45bufdiTsHkQ27yFB45khs1FdeCMrQQWRL6aEJq9Rsaef_IC485zm4IBIcE8ZRtiQOoaLTaTyuHnUqE5rRsCYr6k3t3I9AGFGeNOYH6/s1600/red-le-crusuet-pitcher.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Thrifty Thursday" border="0" data-original-height="1390" data-original-width="1600" height="556" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh6fbB7wuoZFMPGuzyZGE8I4uUeWkI6_IdIPlSKkiuQarCFrROXN1cd69ueRRCHoqB-yzLLW9Fk6Fuy-lnOQ9M1N45bufdiTsHkQ27yFB45khs1FdeCMrQQWRL6aEJq9Rsaef_IC485zm4IBIcE8ZRtiQOoaLTaTyuHnUqE5rRsCYr6k3t3I9AGFGeNOYH6/w640-h556/red-le-crusuet-pitcher.jpg" title="Thrifty Thursday" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I buy Le Creuset items when I find them for a reasonable price. This red pitcher was one of three I bought at the same time. I will share the others later. I love the ombre, cherry red coloring on the pitcher.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf8LOKLWCp9_ykfwemQP2O5cMGAJwyksFxpRLSgefB_-Z5WkOdt2azZq7K_uz-kf1q5kCPMYSY2V0kSCSn6RU3zCAnQi1TDc0fDcN7eL9ENfYiFIx8C_wCJpZZRYZBkNHF5reO0E0AtAuovZJgIrtlOeWwYcEupUhYgSXZVc7184pIKdnO1bsJ2N36sdQ9/s1600/vintage-print.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Thrifty Thursday" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1353" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjf8LOKLWCp9_ykfwemQP2O5cMGAJwyksFxpRLSgefB_-Z5WkOdt2azZq7K_uz-kf1q5kCPMYSY2V0kSCSn6RU3zCAnQi1TDc0fDcN7eL9ENfYiFIx8C_wCJpZZRYZBkNHF5reO0E0AtAuovZJgIrtlOeWwYcEupUhYgSXZVc7184pIKdnO1bsJ2N36sdQ9/w542-h640/vintage-print.jpg" title="Thrifty Thursday" width="542" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The poster print on cardboard is vintage and was very inexpensive. I will add matte Mod Podge to it to give it texture and depth.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwuu2b7al3cA4t0cOS8d-fZXoUDFyihd6DkWE2qP-nghy1BB7H61lMOKXJYVWEIGR29A1GT7yxHBJNVJjlTr8KrBXtzC2N9DjWe77H2lkcJAkrmhbEQrApWk0gm4QfDH9Ioi3yQap7QgoJkWJm8g1ZTkTGBvxIirq96TzLH996y5rU_TqsIZaDjFMoGtew/s1600/vintage-thrift-store-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Thrifty Thursday" border="0" data-original-height="1255" data-original-width="1600" height="502" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwuu2b7al3cA4t0cOS8d-fZXoUDFyihd6DkWE2qP-nghy1BB7H61lMOKXJYVWEIGR29A1GT7yxHBJNVJjlTr8KrBXtzC2N9DjWe77H2lkcJAkrmhbEQrApWk0gm4QfDH9Ioi3yQap7QgoJkWJm8g1ZTkTGBvxIirq96TzLH996y5rU_TqsIZaDjFMoGtew/w640-h502/vintage-thrift-store-finds.jpg" title="Thrifty Thursday" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Simple smalls that I know I can resell are always a yes--a 1945 cookbook (okay, it may be a keeper) a pretty mug, a Milk of Magnesium blue bottle, a white and red tin. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4np_VjKEDWGsus9BTSHU49a5AuKuLhxF2a2RD7Z_O_Z95aRt6C_T7jI-ihsTlj2hodbxDLtLDygFDIHZWBFCrcQiuNyOn_qoBIT7NZX2p8b1bi2xrc5S7N1TQuZrFjH-sRBUoWq6D-H483I8g95mGQoXn1p4PjbUmdkTnErupcHHUd1PpJDmulImwpygV/s1600/recent-thrift-store-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Thrifty Thursday" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4np_VjKEDWGsus9BTSHU49a5AuKuLhxF2a2RD7Z_O_Z95aRt6C_T7jI-ihsTlj2hodbxDLtLDygFDIHZWBFCrcQiuNyOn_qoBIT7NZX2p8b1bi2xrc5S7N1TQuZrFjH-sRBUoWq6D-H483I8g95mGQoXn1p4PjbUmdkTnErupcHHUd1PpJDmulImwpygV/w426-h640/recent-thrift-store-finds.jpg" title="Thrifty Thursday" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">A $2 red stepstool may get a paint makeover and then I will use it as a display riser in my pop-up shop. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">What have you thrifted lately that you love?</span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-31769986558923066962024-01-08T16:22:00.007-07:002024-01-08T16:28:52.973-07:00Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">We had a productive first week of 2024. We remodeled our kitchen--well, half of our kitchen. And by remodel, I mean we made our kitchen better, but we did not tear down cabinets or walls. What we did do was rip out the pink, yes PINK, Corian counter and built in sink, and backsplash. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdeN3-N5YsgGlvAh1Dnoc0iaTX5ENDBEmrSJCLa_y0tsLoR81Z41qcT5iCnpetjfrAIN-kqKNX1-wOL7DUZxnlhi4noh8eSSAEU-Ms28HyTpgwviZsxN5I13GViRFQTEhdP1PQ6mVxFjx20KvDcv9IvD6bO8dJAHSIsGYvDOVph3b5eFng7XZMetf-n6ZW/s4080/pink-counters.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" border="0" data-original-height="3072" data-original-width="4080" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhdeN3-N5YsgGlvAh1Dnoc0iaTX5ENDBEmrSJCLa_y0tsLoR81Z41qcT5iCnpetjfrAIN-kqKNX1-wOL7DUZxnlhi4noh8eSSAEU-Ms28HyTpgwviZsxN5I13GViRFQTEhdP1PQ6mVxFjx20KvDcv9IvD6bO8dJAHSIsGYvDOVph3b5eFng7XZMetf-n6ZW/w640-h482/pink-counters.jpg" title="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" width="640" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">There is more to come, but I couldn't wait to share this sneak peek with you.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7d7V65ol8YtKKHLrKGHQS5ANhiX8wSlCIXnrBydBimr4DgJAOQGbAKOvshlDBj_c0SUdu7dd27fhR18bEuHtXAN65R_LgICKR-QJNOya3Mz4CbqwsbUe1nmEcfpXSWaasNIUaNRCTSwajTnUoMcG93HpaGkbmalGWr0wxyIRDuDuhGN9UW7h0Q-4G0itJ/s1585/cozy-kitchen.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" border="0" data-original-height="1585" data-original-width="1113" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7d7V65ol8YtKKHLrKGHQS5ANhiX8wSlCIXnrBydBimr4DgJAOQGbAKOvshlDBj_c0SUdu7dd27fhR18bEuHtXAN65R_LgICKR-QJNOya3Mz4CbqwsbUe1nmEcfpXSWaasNIUaNRCTSwajTnUoMcG93HpaGkbmalGWr0wxyIRDuDuhGN9UW7h0Q-4G0itJ/w450-h640/cozy-kitchen.jpg" title="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" width="450" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">As I shared in my previous post, I am working towards creating the un-kitchen look in my home. That means my kitchen will be cozy and welcoming and more like a family room than a utilitarian space.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8VqLHvQuRRnw5iEaMCD2OIsSSrv5jVro3rkL6SPJvW5TrnDg8RNdzKyB0aTjI5Ghfueb3BOVJ1Lrw-gBHSRXk4_GdBjx35hfivHh93yfidHSbSr0_Mo91orV7vIGtV3i5j9lcNAfuf8Y1wFj-Hvi7diY7nDuf5XA4MAk53vRs6EVSFlYTsEAMn9yR0QDJ/s1600/how-to-warm-up-a-kitchen.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8VqLHvQuRRnw5iEaMCD2OIsSSrv5jVro3rkL6SPJvW5TrnDg8RNdzKyB0aTjI5Ghfueb3BOVJ1Lrw-gBHSRXk4_GdBjx35hfivHh93yfidHSbSr0_Mo91orV7vIGtV3i5j9lcNAfuf8Y1wFj-Hvi7diY7nDuf5XA4MAk53vRs6EVSFlYTsEAMn9yR0QDJ/w426-h640/how-to-warm-up-a-kitchen.jpg" title="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I painted my cupboards 5 and half years ago with Fusion Mineral Paint.<a href="https://www.beyondthepicket-fence.com/2018/08/painting-cupboards-with-fusion-mineral.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> SEE the details HERE</a>. It has held up beautifully and I still love the colors I chose. The uppers are painted with a color called Putty and the lowers are painted Midnight. White a wood go well with these two colors--classic and clean. This color scheme goes well with so many other colors as well--oranges, yellow, red, green. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyWdMBwltl0nZrIaw9-C1b-9m36dBf-54cy00vyllcSiZ3mb_JJdD7lBW3ISw7ZwWTtJN3fWm5l7CeYQN4qVhHv9PsOHXdEh2bVUQQo1I7uH4bM67Ly4K4brZSl9Msg5P1oyS2eJCIRvV1SCQmdJ-qhe9mx-21nLNQRD0jZJgbHjNgITvC02dRgtRlzz9a/s1600/butcher-block-counters.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1054" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyWdMBwltl0nZrIaw9-C1b-9m36dBf-54cy00vyllcSiZ3mb_JJdD7lBW3ISw7ZwWTtJN3fWm5l7CeYQN4qVhHv9PsOHXdEh2bVUQQo1I7uH4bM67Ly4K4brZSl9Msg5P1oyS2eJCIRvV1SCQmdJ-qhe9mx-21nLNQRD0jZJgbHjNgITvC02dRgtRlzz9a/w422-h640/butcher-block-counters.jpg" title="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" width="422" /></a></div>I chose white tile to brighten up the space and because it is a good neutral that looks clean and crisp. We laid the tile in a stacked pattern which is more modern and less farmhouse.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv18BOZTrSLiv7CX9urBUN4wsyQ-0GisJP36cjScSGk-LvP8aQL4-rsknJ_zTNBqTriDplm_MbBNiEo8r6vVNd8NX-oRPi6T1RyS0o1KMzgMQr3OvZxAe-UivZ3NWBflegsHKZnCyv0Ob1a-pAnSRIxWKyd762YNLFM4zN6UVOf8N9YA3TncPkN1XESw30/s1600/appliance-garage.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1113" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv18BOZTrSLiv7CX9urBUN4wsyQ-0GisJP36cjScSGk-LvP8aQL4-rsknJ_zTNBqTriDplm_MbBNiEo8r6vVNd8NX-oRPi6T1RyS0o1KMzgMQr3OvZxAe-UivZ3NWBflegsHKZnCyv0Ob1a-pAnSRIxWKyd762YNLFM4zN6UVOf8N9YA3TncPkN1XESw30/w446-h640/appliance-garage.jpg" title="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" width="446" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">We have three appliance garages along this stretch of countertop. Appliance garages are an outdated convenience that I truly love. Mine hide my mixer, microwave, toaster, blender, and coffee grinder. When I painted my cabinets in 2018 I wasn't sure what to do with the accordion roll-up garage doors so I left them the same purple-cherry color the cabinets were. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisiFtZRExDkXZUtiJjnHJwrdhlEWIffinNsAWSd40rOPmEhhRzdaLJJdO4SzMw8saahnuhZB8zdMCD9xX2LKafF1XUxYMxe_bsNAA46iOBH1YgfNifLSufVqj3tdq9M8LTKS-f9t4GjfZvERBn2LKWSsirhWkYkasCDjE08I2N3cQxO9ye33-DoDvs56Kq/s4080/kitchen-before.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" border="0" data-original-height="3072" data-original-width="4080" height="482" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisiFtZRExDkXZUtiJjnHJwrdhlEWIffinNsAWSd40rOPmEhhRzdaLJJdO4SzMw8saahnuhZB8zdMCD9xX2LKafF1XUxYMxe_bsNAA46iOBH1YgfNifLSufVqj3tdq9M8LTKS-f9t4GjfZvERBn2LKWSsirhWkYkasCDjE08I2N3cQxO9ye33-DoDvs56Kq/w640-h482/kitchen-before.jpg" title="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" width="640" /></a></div></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I was concerned they wouldn't work if I painted them. But, with white tile going in, they needed a makeover. I could have painted them the same putty as the upper cabinets, but I wanted to hide them as much as possible so I chose to paint them with white spray paint. They are SO much better now.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjROpCQX65Mwyx2i76TrgDSNVTDYADvCGAwGg77LXjxbynw_AB6giLTzrpCJIoSxAcdCWcUVoFPt6w-6ST8TON_T6iuLEiE2z7pvsbtb2074wDKHFAQchxFLZlrpqSnjZTbpb1DGIhEZJHgdbGJ603O0dhQlYuFATjnX8Avc-ZeLe9903ff7KKL6XZie6ri/s1600/tea-tray-and-art-in-the-kitchen.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" border="0" data-original-height="1001" data-original-width="1600" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjROpCQX65Mwyx2i76TrgDSNVTDYADvCGAwGg77LXjxbynw_AB6giLTzrpCJIoSxAcdCWcUVoFPt6w-6ST8TON_T6iuLEiE2z7pvsbtb2074wDKHFAQchxFLZlrpqSnjZTbpb1DGIhEZJHgdbGJ603O0dhQlYuFATjnX8Avc-ZeLe9903ff7KKL6XZie6ri/w640-h400/tea-tray-and-art-in-the-kitchen.jpg" title="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The white tile brightens the space so much, but I do find white cold and boring and clinical. the butcher block counters definitely add warmth. But, adding vintage, thrift store finds really help to cozy up the space and create the un-kitchen mood. A tea tray sits in one corner to the left of my sink, next to the fridge "wall". The vintage, green, mushroom tea pot holds ta, as well as the glass canister with the wood lid. A green Le Creuset olive jar holds sugar and a vintage style, glass coffee jar holds instant coffee packets (that we mostly only use camping and backpacking). Another mason jar holds friendship tea--instant tea with Tang, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves. Thrift store art depicting a teapot rest behind the tea tray against the appliance garage door. This garage bay holds the appliances that I don't use regularly.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5hbWN_KvTSimG0SKk5KJr-alPxStPyv_Yn3fw8qhLlaXGsPX20Iz-giwMid0Lrj-MrCehyphenhyphenO94D-d8vGWIV0q7NogTwi9dvGEkzaRpeE9P9my7o0CBisgE4ibIyHTXP-_JrCPaCDge01rSsrExJiGeiiEEe8NFYEcuuIruky34wgqlTBheYZt-MvbXNI7p/s1600/vintage-thrift-store-finds-in-the-kitchen.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1390" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5hbWN_KvTSimG0SKk5KJr-alPxStPyv_Yn3fw8qhLlaXGsPX20Iz-giwMid0Lrj-MrCehyphenhyphenO94D-d8vGWIV0q7NogTwi9dvGEkzaRpeE9P9my7o0CBisgE4ibIyHTXP-_JrCPaCDge01rSsrExJiGeiiEEe8NFYEcuuIruky34wgqlTBheYZt-MvbXNI7p/w556-h640/vintage-thrift-store-finds-in-the-kitchen.jpg" title="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" width="556" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">In the other corner there is a little more space for decor and a chance to bring in color and personal objects that I love. A pair of green candlesticks sit on a golden yellow tray, along with a brown pottery bowl. Right now the bowl holds rocks. Yes, I m an eight year old child who collects rocks. But, I think the rocks will get replaced with something else. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF-2-qcvR7ICH-ZTl_lyQ9NzixCBwmy_oyvZ25RKKJCdkRLIQ72FOkyM7jH9k1t-AXfVwAqG6uJOxojnG02p1C8UCIKmp6R6AtYLknYVJI7VTWtvTX7iL_YY3DIxI3aXAhXkZB9uEA9DHKu3r6RAA_aGgduqIuWWci5CBQcTA2nU-5hrwULfIF1mfiwoBr/s2986/lamp-in-the-kitchen.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" border="0" data-original-height="2427" data-original-width="2986" height="520" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgF-2-qcvR7ICH-ZTl_lyQ9NzixCBwmy_oyvZ25RKKJCdkRLIQ72FOkyM7jH9k1t-AXfVwAqG6uJOxojnG02p1C8UCIKmp6R6AtYLknYVJI7VTWtvTX7iL_YY3DIxI3aXAhXkZB9uEA9DHKu3r6RAA_aGgduqIuWWci5CBQcTA2nU-5hrwULfIF1mfiwoBr/w640-h520/lamp-in-the-kitchen.jpg" title="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">An art print I decoupaged and framed, a warm, wood cutting board, a stack of vintage cookbooks, an antique tea tin all incorporate color and warmth into the space. We are replacing the under cabinet lights. But, the best way to add a cozy vibe to your kitchen is to include a small lamp. I have this light on in the evenings and mornings when I am not needing more task lighting. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhevMGure_XniWiDstzkWIB6Gy29nguPTbJeUSMwj3fvivys6OS8a81CHlkLPoXEYUWRmFe-XBV7Fmne0IpPQuCQGUpCOeHcd7t4KlodKx-4sfrWoGCCPqqxixUfr4NmDgfv-coKOAU0QZFiHZ_zS6obkoZEWutSwvLneAf3kH1aPCOz5m9-qADhl9R_By_/s1444/cutting-boards.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="1444" height="472" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhevMGure_XniWiDstzkWIB6Gy29nguPTbJeUSMwj3fvivys6OS8a81CHlkLPoXEYUWRmFe-XBV7Fmne0IpPQuCQGUpCOeHcd7t4KlodKx-4sfrWoGCCPqqxixUfr4NmDgfv-coKOAU0QZFiHZ_zS6obkoZEWutSwvLneAf3kH1aPCOz5m9-qADhl9R_By_/w640-h472/cutting-boards.jpg" title="Kitchen Remodel Sneak Peek" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I am so happy with how our un-kitchen kitchen is looking and I can't wait to share more of this space with you soon.</span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-65876510547697898652024-01-05T14:57:00.001-07:002024-01-05T14:57:06.291-07:00The Un-Kitchen Mood Board<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Have you heard of the term un-kitchen? It is the feeling and the mood that I think I have been trying to create in my kitchen and dining area for the past few years. But, the term un-kitchen is new to me and it means creating a kitchen that feels cozy and warm space that feels more like a living space than a utilitarian space. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">We are VERY slowly working on creating such a space in our kitchen. And while I painted my cupboards almost five years ago, we are currently working on the next remodel steps. Here is my mood board for our kitchen:</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh975RMjONQk-haV3My49FpurJg6j_g_RbRUf6qAunRHjHTYClB7YFtp189Ily0r4-I7-bMNXDgmhDJ4c8V0Co72sKj1wcW4174N_dTBZY8k3ejw3rfCE_b7Y-Ig5WgM2U6HWuCJuTI_MZk3SiinCzmhHAG2_DfnmfiVGgG_iHxB10QqB_u-C2pYTbQDqsi/s1600/unkitchen-warm-mood-board.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Un-Kitchen Mood Board" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1139" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh975RMjONQk-haV3My49FpurJg6j_g_RbRUf6qAunRHjHTYClB7YFtp189Ily0r4-I7-bMNXDgmhDJ4c8V0Co72sKj1wcW4174N_dTBZY8k3ejw3rfCE_b7Y-Ig5WgM2U6HWuCJuTI_MZk3SiinCzmhHAG2_DfnmfiVGgG_iHxB10QqB_u-C2pYTbQDqsi/w456-h640/unkitchen-warm-mood-board.jpg" title="The Un-Kitchen Mood Board" width="456" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Keep reading to learn more about the un-kitchen and to see the details I am using to create this feeling in my space.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5yBCQNBn3X2pL6dJa17EVcsqCKuj4S1Fc1A18xWNj2oDMbIMChEdeGN-Y59AA8uQoZK-XdWvKe1Et6TVXMomPXjHiDNsA4NlzVE0JDnNyQM_wqQ308Y1vNCT4CULsELmEvdIDa4gmUGZ7Hk3oILcWa5ZADnpiimOdagznqb7ZCJ-Z5sBTZ48mfAmUmfxa/s1600/vintage-cookbooks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Un-Kitchen Mood Board" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5yBCQNBn3X2pL6dJa17EVcsqCKuj4S1Fc1A18xWNj2oDMbIMChEdeGN-Y59AA8uQoZK-XdWvKe1Et6TVXMomPXjHiDNsA4NlzVE0JDnNyQM_wqQ308Y1vNCT4CULsELmEvdIDa4gmUGZ7Hk3oILcWa5ZADnpiimOdagznqb7ZCJ-Z5sBTZ48mfAmUmfxa/w426-h640/vintage-cookbooks.jpg" title="The Un-Kitchen Mood Board" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">My cupboards are a dark navy blue on the lowers and a stone/tan color. You can see them <a href="https://www.beyondthepicket-fence.com/2018/08/painting-cupboards-with-fusion-mineral.html" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a>. I have been living with blush/pink Corian counters and backsplash for years. My color-blind husband couldn't see the pink so it never bugged him. The faucet was leaking so badly (into the sink, not under it) and it was rusted so badly that we decided it was time to remove the whole built in sink and counter. We are replacing that counter with butcher block. We are tiling the backsplash with 3" x 12" white subway tile that we will place in a stacked arrangement. What is happening with the pink tile and Corian on the island is up in the air. One step, one bite of the elephant at a time.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_iu-2DBfLlWIKfzPA6XaqEXlIwQzJ04vqn1Hppx0F1tpUvPTeQqXtZuETLaSOXOVROBAp2B_fRrB-oXPZQ2tqL3RR8SLXkTMqpXz67hM-XxNCOMkI-1ODXNVIK2OQ8ulnr27rIYJ0tOxZY5IxjgBG36DCuuZi_PMMN2gIiEaekGnk844rp8FsPYhvLFjM/s1474/white-stacked-subway-tile-and-butcher-block-counters.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Un-Kitchen Mood Board" border="0" data-original-height="1474" data-original-width="983" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_iu-2DBfLlWIKfzPA6XaqEXlIwQzJ04vqn1Hppx0F1tpUvPTeQqXtZuETLaSOXOVROBAp2B_fRrB-oXPZQ2tqL3RR8SLXkTMqpXz67hM-XxNCOMkI-1ODXNVIK2OQ8ulnr27rIYJ0tOxZY5IxjgBG36DCuuZi_PMMN2gIiEaekGnk844rp8FsPYhvLFjM/w426-h640/white-stacked-subway-tile-and-butcher-block-counters.jpg" title="The Un-Kitchen Mood Board" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">For years I have been unsure about using butcher block because I know it will ding and dent. But, after watching an episode of Capturing Home (the show that has also inspired me to create mood bords), they talked about how butcher block ages and wears beautifully and how the dings and dents add character, I was sold on it. Warm wood is crucial in the un-kitchen vibe.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">There are beautiful tiles out there--lovely colors and designs. But, I know myself and I change my color schemes and style fairly frequently so we chose basic white tile. I am happy to repaint walls or furniture every 3-5 years, but pulling out tile and redoing it? No thank you! Keep the big projects, the hard work jobs and big expense items neutral. We are stacking rather than staggering the tile for a more modern look. The white will help to add light to the kitchen too, which is needed.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiikwlk_TP0S8TqIGb9n-FdpsxznkAMKOkp12BukAR7saQoUSZfkmkJxykUCWugrsEtBN1iAcm1ZUDxIVMt5F-m-ZL1cLIEdyF_9AkF5ejsCn_BUEtGIn269GLzjWFOFq4xXSqELns6m0N1fnOSnD92_7PYZoPudPqvVNjbXLiy9lETcNuHBY5TST0qaoKi/s1600/make-a-kitchen-cozy-with-countertop-lamps.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Un-Kitchen Mood Board" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1218" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiikwlk_TP0S8TqIGb9n-FdpsxznkAMKOkp12BukAR7saQoUSZfkmkJxykUCWugrsEtBN1iAcm1ZUDxIVMt5F-m-ZL1cLIEdyF_9AkF5ejsCn_BUEtGIn269GLzjWFOFq4xXSqELns6m0N1fnOSnD92_7PYZoPudPqvVNjbXLiy9lETcNuHBY5TST0qaoKi/w488-h640/make-a-kitchen-cozy-with-countertop-lamps.jpg" title="The Un-Kitchen Mood Board" width="488" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Part of the un-kitchen idea is to remove upper cabinets. That is not happening right now. I will be using other elements that are typically in other home spaces. Lamps placed on the counters, </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgikGe8nk4hXx6YtfLvKj4oo7JSHsgzrUTLrnWyaAz3BT07asKlnDHWm2dV8ZKeMzlUGbL3rQnN_vCyNXTCoPBEIC9KZ8v2qdhIXMctIAuR6xFTQHlCDk30HnWstINQtnwHK_crN2WVg15wQfnaLdzkIy6qe8C0dNpt0HT7pH2bXFwp4qFwsAkSQpnhcJw9/s1600/handmade-pottery.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Un-Kitchen Mood Board" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1018" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgikGe8nk4hXx6YtfLvKj4oo7JSHsgzrUTLrnWyaAz3BT07asKlnDHWm2dV8ZKeMzlUGbL3rQnN_vCyNXTCoPBEIC9KZ8v2qdhIXMctIAuR6xFTQHlCDk30HnWstINQtnwHK_crN2WVg15wQfnaLdzkIy6qe8C0dNpt0HT7pH2bXFwp4qFwsAkSQpnhcJw9/w408-h640/handmade-pottery.jpg" title="The Un-Kitchen Mood Board" width="408" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">art, handmade pottery, </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb6kyqsgJLxDvVu1ReS7cz5aawtZodfv_r6QZxWCMBtCn4yz0Vao739TbnpLtNW7OWZ_M-0U0oylFDnDFCZXOqY-3WF0zPejCkMoycMfSj7uHLAAmOh0g7um5hLqoey-2EAxqDRHy3XduBJIgCj_kSFE-fLPwYmfgqVS1wXeMX_psRRlcvFbR2tEb2zcy6/s1600/greenery-in-a-kitchen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Un-Kitchen Mood Board" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1048" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgb6kyqsgJLxDvVu1ReS7cz5aawtZodfv_r6QZxWCMBtCn4yz0Vao739TbnpLtNW7OWZ_M-0U0oylFDnDFCZXOqY-3WF0zPejCkMoycMfSj7uHLAAmOh0g7um5hLqoey-2EAxqDRHy3XduBJIgCj_kSFE-fLPwYmfgqVS1wXeMX_psRRlcvFbR2tEb2zcy6/w420-h640/greenery-in-a-kitchen.jpg" title="The Un-Kitchen Mood Board" width="420" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">vintage cookbooks, worn cutting boards, brass candlesticks and greenery all add to the warm and cozy style that I am hoping to achieve.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGM8q1Z9NajtbV4_cK-z324YWrz2684lRvy7uWdlRTxhds7gOu1AdZ0AoBUIeq_YDWIme8Jo-fkTJ0yfMgozTciW0c3Q9uSTjO6xnvuReD-NNMWVF9nDcn9QD3OGDUHIAcVDY8pEEG88DznEGNUZzjpX-EfLsDMmB1GpljdHlzKdDFJquv5JNjjUQUSdL_/s1600/warm-vintage-finds-for-the-kitchen.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="The Un-Kitchen Mood Board" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1067" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGM8q1Z9NajtbV4_cK-z324YWrz2684lRvy7uWdlRTxhds7gOu1AdZ0AoBUIeq_YDWIme8Jo-fkTJ0yfMgozTciW0c3Q9uSTjO6xnvuReD-NNMWVF9nDcn9QD3OGDUHIAcVDY8pEEG88DznEGNUZzjpX-EfLsDMmB1GpljdHlzKdDFJquv5JNjjUQUSdL_/w426-h640/warm-vintage-finds-for-the-kitchen.jpg" title="The Un-Kitchen Mood Board" width="426" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I use lots of colors in my home--white and wood, navy blue and tan, rusty oranges, deep yellows and dark greens. They all work together and help to create a personal and unique space that is welcoming and certainly not a blah and outdated kitchen space. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Stay tuned for finished pictures!<br /></span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-63426443755819329812024-01-01T13:52:00.007-07:002024-01-01T13:52:56.973-07:00New Year, New Curated Finds<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Happy New Year! </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Boy, my blog has been quiet and has taken a backseat to my opening of my pop-up shop. Here's the thing--blogging takes a lot of time. Several hours go into creating a single blog post so posting quickly on social media is o much easier for me. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">BUT, blogging has introduced me to so many wonderful people and friends and has brought me lots of opportunities and now that my shop is up and running, I am planning on returning to regular blog posts.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">And, one post I will be sharing regularly is showing off my recent curated finds.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgiBJ2sAUGJ9lu-uk0CZJ1GSlbkXw8qYZ69F0ykq2oMwHESTEsVULIEOXlh56bab4Es1QR-jbt19Z6XIZPssxd22Ay5YD_-X6RHR0j5VcszNTZNmf7O30bLgWACaQTrZDad9YemM_4JtdomCLUrWgslc2Z3416lmYvhfy7hsaP2N8B18Xuv7kIQbmoHlaS/s3506/curated-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Year, New Curated Finds" border="0" data-original-height="3506" data-original-width="2712" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgiBJ2sAUGJ9lu-uk0CZJ1GSlbkXw8qYZ69F0ykq2oMwHESTEsVULIEOXlh56bab4Es1QR-jbt19Z6XIZPssxd22Ay5YD_-X6RHR0j5VcszNTZNmf7O30bLgWACaQTrZDad9YemM_4JtdomCLUrWgslc2Z3416lmYvhfy7hsaP2N8B18Xuv7kIQbmoHlaS/w496-h640/curated-finds.jpg" title="New Year, New Curated Finds" width="496" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">What do I love about curating home decor items? I love the hunt. I love finding unique, one-of-a-kind items for customers. I love showing you how to use these objects in your home to create a personal and welcoming feel, and I like to give you and idea of what you should keep an eye out for while thrifting. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-JZjItlj5oPS_PIgBl2_PyYVoC8BJm489OsVZB4nSXsXXs0J5R_WKFwEDj99yNb32djFu1IZBlZuoRtunv8FcqfsNtPwrmYbdWb6rp3Xr9EkxZKhRnFI0tPZEe3g73-2bC9krUDjX2TP0CwcsUiLYG7-JQBzlZ72Ooyfgw1sG-ET6uYu0fMiYLI4bD1Ua/s4080/vintage-curated-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Year, New Curated Finds" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-JZjItlj5oPS_PIgBl2_PyYVoC8BJm489OsVZB4nSXsXXs0J5R_WKFwEDj99yNb32djFu1IZBlZuoRtunv8FcqfsNtPwrmYbdWb6rp3Xr9EkxZKhRnFI0tPZEe3g73-2bC9krUDjX2TP0CwcsUiLYG7-JQBzlZ72Ooyfgw1sG-ET6uYu0fMiYLI4bD1Ua/w482-h640/vintage-curated-finds.jpg" title="New Year, New Curated Finds" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">These recent finds have a common warm and neutral theme. Organic texture and a faded, vintage palette help to create a warm and exciting look when used in your home. You can do neutral without being blah and boring.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY2KnXaf421E6Ei8gKS1rrUc2GIexBthqc7Vzu0H2IhWESgggX4OASQy1neqMRBiSjnytSuhvBg-yz_fp_S1-4Io3BTodeVBJ_gDfvO2dYRFXQ64mUBeim1brmKShOjcbxY6b-crJDfyxIFgQ7YKMYbiUxchOrFomcw0IcJ5Q3TAS6t8Z6NNB0iq6vi1Qg/s4080/organic-warm-textures.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Year, New Curated Finds" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY2KnXaf421E6Ei8gKS1rrUc2GIexBthqc7Vzu0H2IhWESgggX4OASQy1neqMRBiSjnytSuhvBg-yz_fp_S1-4Io3BTodeVBJ_gDfvO2dYRFXQ64mUBeim1brmKShOjcbxY6b-crJDfyxIFgQ7YKMYbiUxchOrFomcw0IcJ5Q3TAS6t8Z6NNB0iq6vi1Qg/w482-h640/organic-warm-textures.jpg" title="New Year, New Curated Finds" width="482" /></a></div>Baskets and brooms, warm weathered woods, old books all add warmth to any space.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1FO54lDGzsTZAXUGmWsjZdxCcqCLiEBL3rDRJiZ5zG_c11OdMSPNChVpToS5F3eLYCvx_3jaONqzzhCQ6XmGUOHG4PiepGDdushN_sh5d-xtZR4tCjifTi88qxgSdUwVcf4_7jBFaC9aXHZosAcNwaoJj-Ij0u5jUMY0Z-c9X6GvujZIhmQx0fsBZZHae/s2980/singing-bowl.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Year, New Curated Finds" border="0" data-original-height="2980" data-original-width="2242" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1FO54lDGzsTZAXUGmWsjZdxCcqCLiEBL3rDRJiZ5zG_c11OdMSPNChVpToS5F3eLYCvx_3jaONqzzhCQ6XmGUOHG4PiepGDdushN_sh5d-xtZR4tCjifTi88qxgSdUwVcf4_7jBFaC9aXHZosAcNwaoJj-Ij0u5jUMY0Z-c9X6GvujZIhmQx0fsBZZHae/w482-h640/singing-bowl.jpg" title="New Year, New Curated Finds" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Although I think she may be on her way out, I am continuing my love affair with brass. This singing bowl was a fun find and has lovely tone. It sits on a suede rag rug style table runner. Browns are definitely hot and we are saying goodbye to cool grey tones. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmGztNhknElLqw4op-ouL4cpGLcWbq4G_y0eQhEpIv79NXRRhFfnWUPmOyQHexcNaF_2rJvpwPAaMiNCN4zK0x6Ay7y6g9XDYwoyYFI3YiO1pS91ZYRsPfBRS0KBX79l7P1FiaEZwG6Au-9AilwKl5sHfZ9pnjeLne5M2SGmA8KL2MBrFg8jk75kPGc4EC/s4080/wood-candlestick.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Year, New Curated Finds" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmGztNhknElLqw4op-ouL4cpGLcWbq4G_y0eQhEpIv79NXRRhFfnWUPmOyQHexcNaF_2rJvpwPAaMiNCN4zK0x6Ay7y6g9XDYwoyYFI3YiO1pS91ZYRsPfBRS0KBX79l7P1FiaEZwG6Au-9AilwKl5sHfZ9pnjeLne5M2SGmA8KL2MBrFg8jk75kPGc4EC/w482-h640/wood-candlestick.jpg" title="New Year, New Curated Finds" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I had to rescue this vintage, needlepoint pillow with a tassel trim and the tall candlestick is made from gorgeous wood.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghMFwPCp21qeiEngZku0GZIDkBo9kR2Hcx-p_q0zUZ-y5dDzWgovFDfuwozmVFn-uXtZzxB1xS0rFb1AXxq-lULevnPPYkxsgxOuxphN0i6dxhTogTSPVD7OQONcNSd0JiV5FNNW4RxQc9ZQ62qKPXRRow2X74S9pPZ9wIwS-3NJqy0dT29fTkdxxTg_md/s4080/vintage-Japanese-tea-tin.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Year, New Curated Finds" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEghMFwPCp21qeiEngZku0GZIDkBo9kR2Hcx-p_q0zUZ-y5dDzWgovFDfuwozmVFn-uXtZzxB1xS0rFb1AXxq-lULevnPPYkxsgxOuxphN0i6dxhTogTSPVD7OQONcNSd0JiV5FNNW4RxQc9ZQ62qKPXRRow2X74S9pPZ9wIwS-3NJqy0dT29fTkdxxTg_md/w482-h640/vintage-Japanese-tea-tin.jpg" title="New Year, New Curated Finds" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">This vintage, two-lidded, Japanese tea tin will add a touch of elegance to a space.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW0ZZfDkG-FB_VW42bVnPnhrnl5ywObzijgBzD1zO3Kj0wlU9W66iLtP_-sxl5p84WzVoj50lJaqFazN7GfrN448B2I9ah_XALofBaEIjV0M78VjiZIueAR4FaqGnRX76wHK3C9GRn5hi9R9OGa5VclplJlGJx9DZdGYpx24kNOAvUmvjxtTAFV4CYd14S/s4080/vintage-Chezch-wood-block-puzzle.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Year, New Curated Finds" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW0ZZfDkG-FB_VW42bVnPnhrnl5ywObzijgBzD1zO3Kj0wlU9W66iLtP_-sxl5p84WzVoj50lJaqFazN7GfrN448B2I9ah_XALofBaEIjV0M78VjiZIueAR4FaqGnRX76wHK3C9GRn5hi9R9OGa5VclplJlGJx9DZdGYpx24kNOAvUmvjxtTAFV4CYd14S/w482-h640/vintage-Chezch-wood-block-puzzle.jpg" title="New Year, New Curated Finds" width="482" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">A vintage, </span><span style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: arial;">Czechoslovakian, wood block puzzle is not only challenging, but a thoughtful item to have in a guest room or space.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio9Z61nI2NPADq1ao6ultN6nygrCmrxwPCm3xc_b8VcDI2dbvQN5WjrHkM352KcanLLBsQgIm4hn_L-lgpUFpesiLDP83g2KL1ajn7IETPKINrQWBKsRZBUwLvzdvlL0e0wdVHOlGr5IHqjdOPf4_DztyP-VqOCfBRe7cfGGaLhyZk3qzvhrawhxNvFkuh/s2147/two-tiered-basket.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Year, New Curated Finds" border="0" data-original-height="2147" data-original-width="1618" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio9Z61nI2NPADq1ao6ultN6nygrCmrxwPCm3xc_b8VcDI2dbvQN5WjrHkM352KcanLLBsQgIm4hn_L-lgpUFpesiLDP83g2KL1ajn7IETPKINrQWBKsRZBUwLvzdvlL0e0wdVHOlGr5IHqjdOPf4_DztyP-VqOCfBRe7cfGGaLhyZk3qzvhrawhxNvFkuh/w482-h640/two-tiered-basket.jpg" title="New Year, New Curated Finds" width="482" /></a></div>A two-tiered, bamboo and rattan tray is perfect for organizing kitchen or bathroom items.</span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9Fmi3pFzycle0u1A-g7P0226xiM1WOtva5YS6CC97uJlXHmGLNLiRAbESaqVz8uANB_BKLoRX_HN6SVBOl2o732texSiF1nqOnZyXEEMjl9Bhhg2LV0rIQtJNzBLXjsB3xvtxavre7aTfx42VWiR8e3xRQjsOKHy17MQ8Cc7KdkTAvn09UUk6H0qYTnve/s4080/wood-inlay-duck-tray.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="New Year, New Curated Finds" border="0" data-original-height="4080" data-original-width="3072" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9Fmi3pFzycle0u1A-g7P0226xiM1WOtva5YS6CC97uJlXHmGLNLiRAbESaqVz8uANB_BKLoRX_HN6SVBOl2o732texSiF1nqOnZyXEEMjl9Bhhg2LV0rIQtJNzBLXjsB3xvtxavre7aTfx42VWiR8e3xRQjsOKHy17MQ8Cc7KdkTAvn09UUk6H0qYTnve/w482-h640/wood-inlay-duck-tray.jpg" title="New Year, New Curated Finds" width="482" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">A few tips when choosing curated items for your home:</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">* Look for items that have lovely, worn patinas.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">* Think textures, especially if you tend to decorate with a monochromatic scheme.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">*Check items carefully before buying and look for damage.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">* Choose something out of your comfort zone--something weird, quirky, unique.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">HAVE FUN!</span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-32337380748966205222023-12-07T18:31:00.003-07:002023-12-07T18:31:32.929-07:00Pop-Up Shop<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3QP-I2MwKrekHV9IeNPCu9H9zAhTt5Nxl8Qi9Afp48ui3y9S3o5ySyAUgeRdpfsn8HxpGVugc7ZwsQ8pDvukYBAhKsr8qCG4JpYxhO79XQh0rOfrxJiEHVIT82eb8mbxEg9mokVmyOEbJNxAxX_YAO953u8QHJ-Y3LMsTNp-Dt8f-JlaoUmmYv79xu_Wz/s2100/popupdec.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="popupshop" border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="2100" height="458" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3QP-I2MwKrekHV9IeNPCu9H9zAhTt5Nxl8Qi9Afp48ui3y9S3o5ySyAUgeRdpfsn8HxpGVugc7ZwsQ8pDvukYBAhKsr8qCG4JpYxhO79XQh0rOfrxJiEHVIT82eb8mbxEg9mokVmyOEbJNxAxX_YAO953u8QHJ-Y3LMsTNp-Dt8f-JlaoUmmYv79xu_Wz/w640-h458/popupdec.jpg" title="popupshop" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;"><h2 style="text-align: center;">What I have been busy with...</h2></span><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-674181411687734332023-11-01T16:36:00.008-06:002023-11-01T16:36:54.099-06:00Golden Makeover for MCM Chairs and a Barley Twist Table<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I try not to over-make my makeovers, i.e. I believe less is more when possible. So, when I set out to fix-up a barley twist table and a pair of MCM chairs I wanted to leave as much of the original finish as possible intact.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitXJaiczZlJzHL-aDJcHmS5RVJFlqn99oTZPgrn6LtCZYMrXitZfrwTPyNqupRMGKdey8W5Cie3PYZg-PExL4ERVnepWwl-djH4O1T0AeS-3Holu9LTQhzWOdfS-dfO6nlgarHgQ_PnVR4Q_Y2gyaQwdYaexSrJjiCLDEN3kJUgoNT10TzrDuJ-vg2sY8a/s3849/mcm-chair-before.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Golden Makeover for MCM Chairs and a Barley Twist Table" border="0" data-original-height="3849" data-original-width="2829" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitXJaiczZlJzHL-aDJcHmS5RVJFlqn99oTZPgrn6LtCZYMrXitZfrwTPyNqupRMGKdey8W5Cie3PYZg-PExL4ERVnepWwl-djH4O1T0AeS-3Holu9LTQhzWOdfS-dfO6nlgarHgQ_PnVR4Q_Y2gyaQwdYaexSrJjiCLDEN3kJUgoNT10TzrDuJ-vg2sY8a/w470-h640/mcm-chair-before.jpg" title="Golden Makeover for MCM Chairs and a Barley Twist Table" width="470" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The wood on the chairs was in fairly good shape, just a few scratches that needed some furniture polish. Unfortunately, I couldn't keep any of the three layers of chair upholstery fabric because they were too stained.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTau9MMPYBoLxqRhSzVoM6-AeU1-7Pw-YXRaV1e67BNMVAj3KWFzHXwJcOij0ZAa3swXVg690JDLfAiYLNTv7UvmtIq-P_vKLRlmgspRyYMiWwm6U6q7Pv9DCGb8CsASukh0NreQW8DkKn5h3E70WDQVll8u49XK9UI06UjBKHErvsMXldxOTnewVNFAFS/s4032/layers-of-fabric.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Golden Makeover for MCM Chairs and a Barley Twist Table" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTau9MMPYBoLxqRhSzVoM6-AeU1-7Pw-YXRaV1e67BNMVAj3KWFzHXwJcOij0ZAa3swXVg690JDLfAiYLNTv7UvmtIq-P_vKLRlmgspRyYMiWwm6U6q7Pv9DCGb8CsASukh0NreQW8DkKn5h3E70WDQVll8u49XK9UI06UjBKHErvsMXldxOTnewVNFAFS/w480-h640/layers-of-fabric.jpg" title="Golden Makeover for MCM Chairs and a Barley Twist Table" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I chose a golden yellow velour to recover the seats with.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN9dY7kYF30QzmlEmRK-5MHnaUSeiPzbemQNLHf5TljoVZD3yE4x6kCs2b-YkytsZxuQ51aw9gE-uhBfiH_9TVYLJvnATW5lih-o1PsPQo_d-FSk56hC-keLiWilaAMGOV0N_aZef3Vk_9ZH4MD8_YSmDegHmrTHlPHyNDgeN4SNepFjrRcEFgjTiHQB5u/s1600/gold-velour-seat-for-a-mcm-chair.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Golden Makeover for MCM Chairs and a Barley Twist Table" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1156" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN9dY7kYF30QzmlEmRK-5MHnaUSeiPzbemQNLHf5TljoVZD3yE4x6kCs2b-YkytsZxuQ51aw9gE-uhBfiH_9TVYLJvnATW5lih-o1PsPQo_d-FSk56hC-keLiWilaAMGOV0N_aZef3Vk_9ZH4MD8_YSmDegHmrTHlPHyNDgeN4SNepFjrRcEFgjTiHQB5u/w462-h640/gold-velour-seat-for-a-mcm-chair.jpg" title="Golden Makeover for MCM Chairs and a Barley Twist Table" width="462" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">The fabric is soft and definitely has a MCM vibe. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The top of the table had been repaired. It had a split all the way through it that had been glued, but it was still visible so I decided to paint the top of the table to match the chair fabric.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3Bl-kyFgJkkemEu_zFWjKq_rsuBwY-2HI7ilffXEqi4-ykm3HK_IzhGaPBn1220samhJXOR7bgAu4vX2w46g-l4DTa_7mPh3ZXMHCwjmXHObv93uAAluWvdWY_gwZEFd9Qo04icHSz8EMg9mi-Cj0rXkc8JiETh_BTCF1tqSh5NO-zgSJa-uKZ_qV91nG/s1600/oak-and-barley-twist-side-table.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Golden Makeover for MCM Chairs and a Barley Twist Table" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1359" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3Bl-kyFgJkkemEu_zFWjKq_rsuBwY-2HI7ilffXEqi4-ykm3HK_IzhGaPBn1220samhJXOR7bgAu4vX2w46g-l4DTa_7mPh3ZXMHCwjmXHObv93uAAluWvdWY_gwZEFd9Qo04icHSz8EMg9mi-Cj0rXkc8JiETh_BTCF1tqSh5NO-zgSJa-uKZ_qV91nG/w544-h640/oak-and-barley-twist-side-table.jpg" title="Golden Makeover for MCM Chairs and a Barley Twist Table" width="544" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">You still can see the repaired split, but it seems less noticeable and I like the pop of fun color with the wood. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvD5eOnHdCLZT15E9XhHi03oX236Kryq-jp1PnNE0gac13zDl8MwXi0Q5ZzbFW_TTjJAITxsZwHuzbOJxmrIXMvXCz6-YE2q4HlQjyfDopyyP78KYXp8GbFUurtfVBOwOH2nQiaxR9tL_EplKzPDoAgld_hxF2tH03kw1aU1dnDRPuiguUR19b9oWghSJ5/s1600/makeover-for-a-pair-of-chairs-and-a-table.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Golden Makeover for MCM Chairs and a Barley Twist Table" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1026" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvD5eOnHdCLZT15E9XhHi03oX236Kryq-jp1PnNE0gac13zDl8MwXi0Q5ZzbFW_TTjJAITxsZwHuzbOJxmrIXMvXCz6-YE2q4HlQjyfDopyyP78KYXp8GbFUurtfVBOwOH2nQiaxR9tL_EplKzPDoAgld_hxF2tH03kw1aU1dnDRPuiguUR19b9oWghSJ5/w410-h640/makeover-for-a-pair-of-chairs-and-a-table.jpg" title="Golden Makeover for MCM Chairs and a Barley Twist Table" width="410" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">These two chairs and table make a great side seating area in a family room or bedroom.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYOWJpdU3CeqR-rlzUUedxxQTLlHcwVjBbG1affNFydcgFeaq0kNI1aMYcJY7tL4fsfYb4cVbeGRC9nPdaINLm2mLLAezQgjgDFU82LPWtqzy0onXZr2Y98bCnGrUgzPWNwLV0FlhVIyndJd-eGBUassxq_fBQh6L2e3ZO9OevBJ3uDPUPixjEnVSsa1i7/s1600/pair-of-mcm-chairs.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Golden Makeover for MCM Chairs and a Barley Twist Table" border="0" data-original-height="1054" data-original-width="1600" height="422" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYOWJpdU3CeqR-rlzUUedxxQTLlHcwVjBbG1affNFydcgFeaq0kNI1aMYcJY7tL4fsfYb4cVbeGRC9nPdaINLm2mLLAezQgjgDFU82LPWtqzy0onXZr2Y98bCnGrUgzPWNwLV0FlhVIyndJd-eGBUassxq_fBQh6L2e3ZO9OevBJ3uDPUPixjEnVSsa1i7/w640-h422/pair-of-mcm-chairs.jpg" title="Golden Makeover for MCM Chairs and a Barley Twist Table" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I love that I was able to keep the original wood finish and just needed to give this a minimal update to freshen them up.</span></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7713737015238007071.post-90487517455728573052023-10-26T03:30:00.001-06:002023-10-26T03:30:00.251-06:00A Curated Centerpiece for Fall<div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I have been oh so busy getting ready to open my occasional shop or pop-up shop. I have been collecting, fixing, upcycling, and curating items to sell. It is exciting and stressful and what I have dreamed of doing for many years. </span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">I styled some of the items I have been collecting to create a warm and cozy centerpiece for fall.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja8o8htv_TeyTOr0z0DduYbmtEndk9nihRD4YRxPry-JIrz-sHvd6B2-lizOxIjx0FGbBBkIu0QT33tLJa0eq-UoQzP7DKsftBtzxlrIwsrT6MsOyEpjAzdN8UH7L6s3C4k-3BLH6BB1BHnowe9kn7WVqwqGSGs36le4l-eWWRBKQDdPFm-x1AygwqzSMU/s1600/create-a-warm-autumn-centerpiece-with-curated-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Curated Centerpiece for Fall" border="0" data-original-height="1582" data-original-width="1600" height="632" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEja8o8htv_TeyTOr0z0DduYbmtEndk9nihRD4YRxPry-JIrz-sHvd6B2-lizOxIjx0FGbBBkIu0QT33tLJa0eq-UoQzP7DKsftBtzxlrIwsrT6MsOyEpjAzdN8UH7L6s3C4k-3BLH6BB1BHnowe9kn7WVqwqGSGs36le4l-eWWRBKQDdPFm-x1AygwqzSMU/w640-h632/create-a-warm-autumn-centerpiece-with-curated-finds.jpg" title="A Curated Centerpiece for Fall" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I started with a beautiful, carved, wood tray.</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkqC5qXJV3gZD5CNX6V-bujx9yJPGS698mHw3dJ8Fvy4sNmQy6iEeM6Txft_jprVrco7qsusznroDLQpg0NPu55B7khjCRZGz3-oo18h81CN12vs4ikRZKhoob_6N9qvb0to0tJASvf7-T0k7hQGxdga5trWLU7RUM01MW21DKavjMomfZXmERLiScoVZd/s1600/autumn-centerpiece.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Curated Centerpiece for Fall" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1014" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkqC5qXJV3gZD5CNX6V-bujx9yJPGS698mHw3dJ8Fvy4sNmQy6iEeM6Txft_jprVrco7qsusznroDLQpg0NPu55B7khjCRZGz3-oo18h81CN12vs4ikRZKhoob_6N9qvb0to0tJASvf7-T0k7hQGxdga5trWLU7RUM01MW21DKavjMomfZXmERLiScoVZd/w406-h640/autumn-centerpiece.jpg" title="A Curated Centerpiece for Fall" width="406" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">Look at those corner details! Isn't it just perfect for autumn?</span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHIyl9K6_UvLlXKkOrj28LlwqDEkSO5j4leM4FdS_hQIL1aiMxeF12sTEtV_IiX-Wl8EoBryVvaRD4MoPvZv-1nrhhKA4SDOJmzSh-rqFTAWtCfPOX8swGS6TBxNO4sHQmEJzV_GAeAfoz9QA3VUSo2-fKqwRl_0jMgT0yBuCC5HoQehvOJh4F4BuutoyW/s1600/carved-wood-tray.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Curated Centerpiece for Fall" border="0" data-original-height="1413" data-original-width="1600" height="566" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHIyl9K6_UvLlXKkOrj28LlwqDEkSO5j4leM4FdS_hQIL1aiMxeF12sTEtV_IiX-Wl8EoBryVvaRD4MoPvZv-1nrhhKA4SDOJmzSh-rqFTAWtCfPOX8swGS6TBxNO4sHQmEJzV_GAeAfoz9QA3VUSo2-fKqwRl_0jMgT0yBuCC5HoQehvOJh4F4BuutoyW/w640-h566/carved-wood-tray.jpg" title="A Curated Centerpiece for Fall" width="640" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">I added some faux and dried flowers to a lidless, brass teapot I found. I set this on a tea towel with apples and pumpkins on it.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPoMBGL2ypf6kPSEeAE6Z7wauPSkPCeej-jLTQBAnFJqO4bhiYEKAoSjqu8WsvNUrjWHsxYmRFKNZFAV8CNsPWCEcRYn4GOMT9LgYsvSPoCoxhdPuHvIv5N_ue_tBVKnPS_G8anLqxO4wosMcMHcnAtw_BXI1lZOHirBwNZ2mQhUvMglVtDW95B2PlFFXA/s1600/fall-floral-centerpiec-in-a-brass-teapot.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Curated Centerpiece for Fall" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1339" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPoMBGL2ypf6kPSEeAE6Z7wauPSkPCeej-jLTQBAnFJqO4bhiYEKAoSjqu8WsvNUrjWHsxYmRFKNZFAV8CNsPWCEcRYn4GOMT9LgYsvSPoCoxhdPuHvIv5N_ue_tBVKnPS_G8anLqxO4wosMcMHcnAtw_BXI1lZOHirBwNZ2mQhUvMglVtDW95B2PlFFXA/w536-h640/fall-floral-centerpiec-in-a-brass-teapot.jpg" title="A Curated Centerpiece for Fall" width="536" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">The towel helps protect the wood tray and adds more warm color.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwHCRNKwOPrGJEhhoXZhcKegjuyj_isYdPfXynkKO3qyn5l_eKRm55lbAjwJjeMf50n8ut6IQ4OzBrFmO22ZSJObAMMrI0s7B42FRdMaZRzois2imED4IN78VTec0Juq3TOV36az6_ao2BgxAZC_NqiWcbNDZFuq6PLEa3KOaUDb6L3QhdjVLbQTZf2lMT/s1600/warm-cozy-fall-vignette-with-thrift-store-finds.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Curated Centerpiece for Fall" border="0" data-original-height="1221" data-original-width="1600" height="488" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwHCRNKwOPrGJEhhoXZhcKegjuyj_isYdPfXynkKO3qyn5l_eKRm55lbAjwJjeMf50n8ut6IQ4OzBrFmO22ZSJObAMMrI0s7B42FRdMaZRzois2imED4IN78VTec0Juq3TOV36az6_ao2BgxAZC_NqiWcbNDZFuq6PLEa3KOaUDb6L3QhdjVLbQTZf2lMT/w640-h488/warm-cozy-fall-vignette-with-thrift-store-finds.jpg" title="A Curated Centerpiece for Fall" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: arial;">A trio of brass candlesticks, all curated from different places, complete the fall centerpiece.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidyMK3XGlipa7xf5CyhJXRH038qv647qAqHYPYYFaRe99bpQrCHLEwP7V9S7261XLuHl5Jbhz2Px22EyfuF8-ZoHkAd7QRpMU53KAj0kmA-VN9v8_Y-LMlmcOGIKf-8Ib83XCn-nHVncy-l38-WONkl32GoJiF-DFBhtTcajgDyuaGVCsOffsXPTMcPzW1/s1600/brass-candlesticks.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Curated Centerpiece for Fall" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="1534" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidyMK3XGlipa7xf5CyhJXRH038qv647qAqHYPYYFaRe99bpQrCHLEwP7V9S7261XLuHl5Jbhz2Px22EyfuF8-ZoHkAd7QRpMU53KAj0kmA-VN9v8_Y-LMlmcOGIKf-8Ib83XCn-nHVncy-l38-WONkl32GoJiF-DFBhtTcajgDyuaGVCsOffsXPTMcPzW1/w614-h640/brass-candlesticks.jpg" title="A Curated Centerpiece for Fall" width="614" /></a></div><span style="font-family: arial;">While the items will be sold separately, I love sharing ideas on how to use random, curated finds to create a cohesive vignette.</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy4qJWTeQW9uSW49934_8rnzfwYJnS1NDb5mTKWnpKE7gb91fBtSpXsXPK8oc3Xl62n_ix1j7IwPubs2E61iLMfwREvbDHYnSf5IX1mcMz0K0IHVJ47Jk387-Ir6udHPUqF4zBUxrWvKWkf6G-FckIkjVZ6okvGz5M0_oHwzf83FYJzL7pb3hFGt_LSIkc/s1600/curated-fall-centerpiece.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Curated Centerpiece for Fall" border="0" data-original-height="1233" data-original-width="1600" height="494" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiy4qJWTeQW9uSW49934_8rnzfwYJnS1NDb5mTKWnpKE7gb91fBtSpXsXPK8oc3Xl62n_ix1j7IwPubs2E61iLMfwREvbDHYnSf5IX1mcMz0K0IHVJ47Jk387-Ir6udHPUqF4zBUxrWvKWkf6G-FckIkjVZ6okvGz5M0_oHwzf83FYJzL7pb3hFGt_LSIkc/w640-h494/curated-fall-centerpiece.jpg" title="A Curated Centerpiece for Fall" width="640" /></a></div><br /></div>Becky@Beyond The Picket Fencehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/01703689071243759492noreply@blogger.com0