This easy DIY project marries our love for vintage and repurpose. The result? A license plate love child, in the shape of a flower. We love to recycle old license plates. It's one of the first projects we ever sold. Today we are going to finally give you a little behind the scenes on how we make them. Because we are hoarders collectors, we have dozens of license plates in our inventory. Our collection represents several states, colors and decades. And, this little project creates a … [Read more...] about DIY License Plate Flower
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Vintage Valentine Bunting
It never fails. February weather in Indiana can be downright volatile and then sweetly pleasant. We are always tempted with spring by randomly warm days that pop up during the month. After a storm dumped 5 inches of snow Wednesday on top of the 8 inches already on the ground, it was 51 degrees on Saturday. But we'll take it. We took this opportunity to celebrate my husband's birthday and visit some of our favorite antique shops. With Valentine's Day just around the corner, I was inspired by a … [Read more...] about Vintage Valentine Bunting
Vintage Soda Crate Repurpose
There are many things I love about my husband, not the least of which is his uncanny ability to take my DIY vision and run with it. Power tools in hand, he can repurpose an item that surpasses my own expectations. It doesn't mean he gets it right every time (he will be the first to remind me of this) but when he does... [insert gasp]. He gets the little details too... and that reminds me why we are in this DIY space together! I love old wooden soda boxes. We have collected quite a few over … [Read more...] about Vintage Soda Crate Repurpose
DIY Chalkboard Door for Fall
Old cabinet doors make excellent repurpose projects. This one is smooth and an excellent backdrop for a homemade chalkboard. We attached the vintage chippy-painted hardware at the bottom to conveniently hold the chalk. Finally, the addition of a small boxwood wreath is a great natural and earthy accent to create a seasonal display in your home. Change up the chalkboard embellishments to suit any season. … [Read more...] about DIY Chalkboard Door for Fall
Window to the World: DIY Map Project
My husband taught history for many years. Maybe it explains why he is attracted to all things old, vintage and worn... except for me, of course, because I'm at least a few years younger than him and definitely not old or worn - yet! But, like him, I am attracted to vintage and so this is just one of the many ways we are perfect life partners. I couldn't imagine this journey with anyone else. He also continues to amaze me with his creativity... and that's something that really melts my … [Read more...] about Window to the World: DIY Map Project
DIY Repurposed Vintage Map Frame Decor
We are always on the lookout for old frames at flea markets, salvage shops and somewhat less frequently, yard sales. I love finding unique shapes, ornate versions, or simply really large ones. There are so many things you can do with frames. Sometimes I just hang the empty frame on my walls. I often paint and wax them for a more vintage-y look that brings out the decorative patterns. I also like to repurpose frames as chalkboards and memo boards. Frames can be an inexpensive addition to your … [Read more...] about DIY Repurposed Vintage Map Frame Decor
DIY Farmhouse Table
This post is called a DIY but neither my husband nor I actually built the table. We just painted and stained it. Full table construction credit goes to my bestie Lisa and her husband Ryan Besse. Ryan built this beautiful table for Lisa last year and I just had to have a replica for myself! The top of this farmhouse table is constructed of century old barn wood acquired from Ryan's family farm house. I adored similar farm tables from places like Restoration Hardware but was never willing (or had … [Read more...] about DIY Farmhouse Table