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Nifty Thrifty:  Repurposing...what have you done lately?  |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
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Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
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Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
5661 Posts |
 Posted - Jul 08 2018 : 5:06:51 PM
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What a cute idea, Vanessa!! Your new feeder is a fun yard art form for the Summer too!!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
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strength.dignity
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jamie
WAUSAU
WI
USA
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Posted - Sep 02 2018 : 9:43:45 PM
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I love repurposing items. My latest was an old door my mom picked up from a salvage shop. I turned it into a headboard for my brother. 
~ Jamie
"She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future." Proverbs 31:25 |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
13370 Posts
CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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Posted - Sep 03 2018 : 6:22:36 PM
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I've been going through ALL of my craft supplies/sewing supplies, etc., purging and destashing. When I was going through vintage linens and laces I came across some small crochet lace "snippets" that I decided to use in my cardmaking.
Here are a couple of my cards that I used these pieces on. I've made others and have about 5 more "snippets" left to use.
I like the way they turned out!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
2010 Farmgirl Sister of the Year
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
2474 Posts
Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
2474 Posts |
Posted - Sep 03 2018 : 8:01:47 PM
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Really pretty!
grandmother and orphan farmgirl |
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2056 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
USA
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Posted - Sep 07 2018 : 09:40:18 AM
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Love all the ideas!! You ladies are so talented!! I think our most recent repurpose project was an old tv cabinet from the 40's? We purchased it for a whole $25, put a little love and elbow grease into and are currently using it for my boys gaming systems (I can't stand looking at wires, boxes and gaming accessories all stacked up). It's very convenient and it hides EVERYTHING, the faux wooden doors are similar to a roll top desk and pull open. I actually really loved how it turned out!
Dreamer42
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2056 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
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Posted - Sep 07 2018 : 09:50:25 AM
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My in laws also had an old stereo cabinet that held those old fashioned beast of speakers, record player, radio, etc... my husband tore all that stuff out, added shelves, new cabinet doors, hardware, granite top (which you can't see as my hubs papers are covering the top of this cabinet right now) and we painted it. I use it for my Christmas china, serving trays, linens and other extra pretty dishes. Just love it! Thought I would share this picture as well!
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Dreamer42
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2056 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
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Posted - Sep 07 2018 : 10:09:00 AM
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CJ, I too, love to add lace and doily to my cards, journals, etc... love the texture it provides! I find it so pretty - even more so when it's just a dollop or tag of the lace... almost makes one wonder the history of the lace, where it came from, how it was used prior! So gorgeous!!
Jamie, love the head board - very masculine!
Vanessa, love the hummingbird wire gazebo you created - so cute!!
Dreamer42
Farmgirl Sister #7038 |
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2056 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
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Posted - Sep 07 2018 : 10:12:18 AM
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I've gone further back in the email thread - you ladies are so inspiring!! Such AMAZING repurposing ideas!! I look back to my thrifting and realize I've missed out on several projects I could of completed. I will need to spend more time on this thread for more inspiration! THANK YOU!! Looking forward to some new fall projects!!
Dreamer42
Farmgirl Sister #7038 |
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
1794 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
1794 Posts |
Posted - Jun 29 2019 : 5:23:39 PM
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We replaced two windows and I asked the handyman to save them so that I could do something artsy with them. I'm not really happy with my first attempt, because I forgot to consider where the umbrella handle should be, but I still have a second window to work with.
The windows also had screens, and I remember reading about painted screens years ago in a Michael's magazine. I invested in craft paint and blue tape, and carefully painted the picture of the squares from a cross stitch pattern, then painted the flag.
 
Farmgirl Sister #6754
Doxie Mom - Everyone loves a Weiner!
Women and cats will do as they please, and men and dogs just need to relax and accept it.
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
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Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
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Posted - Jun 30 2019 : 02:57:30 AM
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great projects Vanessa. Really different with the screen art. Hummm i have some screen sitting around.......... lol
Farming in WI
Michele |
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
1794 Posts
Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
1794 Posts |
Posted - Aug 21 2019 : 1:20:00 PM
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I loved the graphics on the sunflower seed bags, so I made them into shopping bags/totes. The bottoms are flat and they have a short lining at the top to secure the straps. My biggest problem was adjusting tension. These would also make great trick or treat bags!
Farmgirl Sister #6754
Doxie Mom - Everyone loves a Weiner!
There's no place like home!
Dorothy Gale
Nature speaks in symbols and in signs.
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4648 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4648 Posts |
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5 acre Farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
1007 Posts
~~~*Terri*~~~
WA.
USA
1007 Posts |
Posted - Feb 19 2021 : 10:54:52 PM
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I repurpose clothing...
Into rugs, childrens clothing and washable toilet paper(urine only...lol)
Farmgirl Sister #368
~~*Terri*~~
Life is too short, it is just a vapor, live it like you wont have another minute with the ones you love......
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Nancy Joplin
True Blue Farmgirl
61 Posts
Nancy
Ontario
California
USA
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Posted - Apr 23 2021 : 4:45:43 PM
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Hi, All!
I love the ideas! I plan to post some soon! I am new to the Sisterhood!
Thanks for all the inspiration!
Nancy |
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Nancy Joplin
True Blue Farmgirl
61 Posts
Nancy
Ontario
California
USA
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Posted - Apr 23 2021 : 4:46:18 PM
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Hi, All!
I love the ideas! I plan to post some soon! I am new to the Sisterhood!
Thanks for all the inspiration!
Nancy |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4648 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4648 Posts |
Posted - Jun 29 2021 : 05:28:58 AM
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Hi Farmgirls!
It’s been a while since I posted in this thread. I love all the ideas here. Also, welcome, Nancy!
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So on my back deck, we have a sitting area with a rocker and a wicker chair. On the other side is a table we eat al fresco on, and a few other chairs. There are fresh herbs and lettuce in pots, and lots of tea lights. We call this our “shabby chic porch”. The little table I had between the chairs, an old game table, was a bit tall and really too wobbly and frail to be outside. I have kept my eye open for something else to use as an end table. I found this adorable little 50’s kid table, made like the adult ones, and am repurposing it as an end table. I think it is so cah-ute as a an end table, and the perfect size. I will put it inside during winter, and maybe use it for Xmas with cookies or something. But for now, I just love the red on my red, white and blue porch! Not too bad for a $25 thrift shop find!
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
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Farmgirl of the Month, Jan. 2013
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
2056 Posts
April
Central
Oregon
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Posted - Jun 29 2021 : 1:50:48 PM
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Nicole - your table is darling!! Perfect spot for it!
Dreamer42
Farmgirl Sister #7038 |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
15711 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
15711 Posts |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4648 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4648 Posts |
Posted - Jul 07 2021 : 5:25:57 PM
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Grace, Oh MY! You are right...lol! Gidget makes everythng even cuter!
I repurposed my old, broken beach umbrella instead of throwing it away. I use it in the yard now. I will have to post a pic and show how I didi it. I love repurposing things that would otherwise be thrown out.
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
Chapter Leader, CT Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, Jan. 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blog
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
5661 Posts
Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
5661 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2021 : 05:49:45 AM
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Nicole your little table is perfect for your cozy and festive porch sitting area!! I love how every piece fits together to make a space that is inviting without spending lots to accomplish the goal. I always love to see your repurposing projects so thank-you for inspiring me and others here!!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
FGOTM- October 2018 |
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
15711 Posts
Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
15711 Posts |
Posted - Jul 21 2021 : 2:06:24 PM
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Hmmm, Nicole, thinking about your old beach umbrella... you could wrap lace and satin trimings around it... or place it in your garden, and attach bits-n-pieces of fabric (6" sq) to freely float and flutter in the breeze... if nothing else,, it will be entertaining to your wild birds... lol!
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Happiness is being a katmom and Glamping Diva!
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4648 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
4648 Posts |
Posted - Jul 28 2021 : 11:27:51 AM
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Hi Grace,
Oh I repurposed it to be useful. We have a pool in the yard and need the umbrella for shade. It is now a great umbrella to sit under after swimming. Will post a pic later.
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
Chapter Leader, CT Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, Jan. 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blog
http://sfgblog.maryjanesfarm.org/
www.facebook.com/suburbanfarmgirlblogger |
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