Cynthia of Simply Chic Treasures was lucky enough to come across a vintage pinter’s drawer at a yard sale, this summer. From the moment she saw it, Cynthia knew exactly how she was going to be able to put her find to use for the Christmas season…
Refinished Vintage Record Cabinet
October 27, 2012 By
When Gail from My Repurposed Life found this old record cabinet, it was in really bad shape. It was scruffy and water damaged. Luckily, Gail has a great imagination and could see possibilities where most people would only see a trip to the trash bin.
Rake Wine Glass Holder
September 28, 2012 By
When Kelly from The Pink Hammer lost her rake to a broken handle last summer, she didn’t just toss it to the trash like many people would. Rusty metal goodness… come on… that’s a keeper!
Sunburst Mirror
September 17, 2012 By
When Jenna of SAS Interiors first laid eyes on this gold clock at a garage sale, she immediately knew what she wanted to do with it – turn it into a sunburst mirror!
Salvaged Item Lamp
June 11, 2012 By
I recently shared some awesome art that Liz and her “Yankee” husband from Brambleberry Cottage created from old gears. After digging a little farther back, I also found the coolest lamp that they made from salvaged items. Can you believe the vision behind this piece? The masculine, industrial feel reminds me of something from a {…Read More…}
Vintage Wood Slatted Sign
May 21, 2012 By
Did you see my vintage sign I made using an old playpen? Over on Infarrantly Creative I am challenged each month by one of the local viewers of a lifestyle show in our area called Indy Style. This month I chose an old wooden playpen for my challenge. There was no way I was refinishing {…Read More…}
Toilet Paper Crate
May 19, 2012 By
Donna from Funky Junk Interiors really knows how to repurpose old and discarded items. With a non-existence budget she has created a one-of a kind home that leaves you wanting to go rush to a trash heap to see what you can find. Her toilet paper crate is just one example. Only Donna can make {…Read More…}
Vintage Suitcase Table
March 24, 2012 By
You know you’ve got the hookup when even your father-in-law will jump into a dumpster for you! That’s how Karin from Art Is Beauty ended up with an old table base that was once used for a phonograph. She also happened to have a couple of vintage suitcases on hand that she had purchased from {…Read More…}
