March 4, 2009
- Cool Junk…Catwalk Report
"I like the thought of taking trash, something not thought of as aesthetically pleasing, and making it elegant". ~Nancy Judd
I can definitely relate to Ms. (…)
February 12, 2009
- Cool Junk
The following excerpt is from an article in the Wall Street Journal called, "One Woman's Trash is Another Woman's…Lingerie?"dated Jan.9, '09.
Can you believe what these artists make from discarded materials? I'm impressed to say the least! (…)
February 10, 2009
- Cool Junk
Aren't these amazing? I picked seven of my favorite cool bras to share with you! Which ones are your favorites? (…)
February 7, 2009
- Men's Silk Neckties
I do a lot with men's ties. You can find them easily at flea markets and tag sales, some vintage and others new. Or, who knows, a few of the men in your life may have some hanging around! This is one of the many footstools I've made from pure 100% silk vintage ties. No sewing required. The ties are weaved and then just knotted on the opposite side of the footstool. It's the patchwork look without all the work. Isn't this cool?
Tie Footstool
- More Ties!! Tie Pillows
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These vintage tie pillows have to be sewn, sorry. For the pillows on the left there is much more sewing involved, but look how pretty they come! The pillows above only need a few stiches on the sides after the weaving of the ties . (…) - More Ties!! Tie Sunglass/Reading Glass Cases
Big glamorous sunglasses are the trend lately. I used to just throw them in my handbag, but they would get scratched. (…)
February 6, 2009
- Curbside Treasures: Fireplace Screen
Someone threw this small gate out and wa-la it was my lucky day! (…)
- Curbside Treasures: Chair
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Looky here what I found on the curb! Isn't this small chair adorable? As you can see it needed some work. After working on the woodwork with wood putty and stain, I decided to upholster it in a unique way, with layers of different textures of fabric. To top it off, I had these small satin bullfighter capes that were Spanish souvenirs in the 70's and they give it the Spanish flair I was talking about! I love it and the best part is it was F-R-E-E! (…)
December 28, 2008
- How To Turn Junk Into Art!
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Ever wondered what to do with your broken plates or other china? Here are two examples of junk turned into art.
