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texdane	Posted - Apr 11 2010 : 5:35:51 PM I love "repurposing" things, finding another use for something. Two of my favorites that I have repurposed are a crystal biscuit jar into a toothbrush holder (left the lid off), and an old but elegant glass decanter as a mouthwash holder. Recently, I reused an old teak and plexiglass breadbox into a "mini hothouse" for baby seedlings. What ideas have you come up with to reuse and repurpose? Nicole Farmgirl Sister #1155 KNITTER, JAM-MAKER AND MOM EXTRAORDINAIRE
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Nancy Joplin	Posted - Apr 08 2026 : 2:31:04 PM I am getting ready to start another UFO project this week. I have had a window frame and all of the parts to turn it into a wall shelf for a very long time. It is time to get it finished so that I can finally put it up in our Family Room and enjoy it! It has been a picture in my head for a long time. I think that the time has come to get it finished. Hopefully that will make some extra space in that brain of mine for some other stuff! Nancy 8352 FGOTM Oct 2024
Dreamer42	Posted - Mar 30 2026 : 08:20:24 AM Vanessa, love the canning jar idea for lunches, I'll have to try that. We did convert from plastic to glass tupperware containers, however, my boys are rough on them, many have chips on them now. Canning jar would be good for me and perfect for work! And, cool kitty house from a tshirt - very creative. Marsha, I love love your quilt made from hankies. I've seen many hankie crafts on line which all are just so beautiful. I'm a quilt girl anyways, something just so beautiful, thoughtful and the time to make one, so much love involved. Best feeling ever to be wrapped up in a handmade quilt. Dreamer42 Farmgirl Sister #7038
Audra Rose	Posted - Dec 04 2025 : 04:01:12 AM I think he likes it. If you zoom in on the photo you can see his white fur along the neckline. Vanessa Farmgirl Sister #6754
MaryJanesNiece	Posted - Dec 03 2025 : 1:40:57 PM Vanessa, that is neat. It makes for a much cheaper alternative. How is Karl liking it so far? Krista Farmgirl Sister #528 Farmgirl Of The Year 2025
Jokamartell	Posted - Dec 02 2025 : 2:53:25 PM Vanessa, I love this idea!! :) I’m sure it make you kitty feel safe and cozy!! :) Karen :) To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha
Audra Rose	Posted - Dec 01 2025 : 6:37:45 PM My cat, Karl Catnip, spends a lot of time in the basement. I wanted to make him a little hideaway and saw this on Facebook (who knew?). I found a largish box, put in soft bedding, pulled one of my husband's unwanted 2x shirts over it, and voila! Karl climbs through the neck and cuddles inside. It's on the dryer so that the dogs don't pester him. My husband was ready to buy a teepee shaped hideaway,but I convinced him to give this cheap alternative a try. Vanessa Farmgirl Sister #6754
MaryJanesNiece	Posted - Dec 11 2024 : 12:54:35 PM Vanessa, that is a neat idea! Krista Farmgirl Sister #528
YellowRose	Posted - Dec 11 2024 : 05:29:43 AM Great idea. Thanks for letting us know. Hugs, Sara "FarmGirl Sister" #6034 Aug 2014 FGOTM Sept 2015 - Feb 2019 - Oct 2023 Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
Audra Rose	Posted - Dec 11 2024 : 04:44:58 AM I tossed out mismatched and cracked plastic boxes for leftovers. Now I'm using pint size canning jars for my lunch. They heat up nicely in the microwave. Vanessa Farmgirl Sister #6754
marjean	Posted - Oct 29 2024 : 06:47:50 AM I used vintage hankie quilts and some of the MJF fabric to make this quilt. I love it. Just in time for our cooler Florida weather. You can see the process on my YOuTube channel at the link below. Farmgirl sister #308 Envelope Wallets and Junk Journals, Face Masks too. http://www.marketsofsunshine.store YouTube DIY sewing and crafting https://www.youtube.com/c/MarketsofSunshine FGOM 5/2018
windypines	Posted - Jun 13 2024 : 04:20:49 AM Thank you all. Working on a necklace to go with it. Farming in WI Michele
ddmashayekhi	Posted - Jun 12 2024 : 6:03:43 PM The jewelry box looks beautiful Michele. I can't wait to see what you do with the other one. Dawn in IL "In the Spring, I have counted 136 different kinds of weather inside of 24 hours." – Mark Twain.
MaryJanesNiece	Posted - Jun 12 2024 : 12:48:31 PM Michele, that is beautiful! Your granddaughter is going to love it. Krista
Red Tractor Girl	Posted - Jun 12 2024 : 10:18:07 AM Michele, I love your re-do thrift store find for a jewelry box for your granddaughter! You turned it into such a cute gift and I know it will be a hit! Winnie #3109 Red Tractor Girl Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015 FGOTM- October 2018
levisgrammy	Posted - Jun 09 2024 : 02:26:57 AM Wow, Michele that is beautiful. Those types of jewelry boxes are everywhere and what a wonderful way to make a one of a kind design. So special. ~Denise Sister #43~ "I am a bookaholic and I have no desire to be cured." "Home is where we find comfort, security, memories, friendship, hospitality, and above all, family. It is the place that deserves our commitment and loyalty." William J. Bennett "Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path." Psalm 119:105 http://www.ladybugsandlilacs.blogspot.com/
windypines	Posted - Jun 08 2024 : 03:53:14 AM thanks, I picked up another jewelry box yesterday at a yard sale. That will be for my other granddaughter. Not sure what I will do with that one. I have till December to decide though. Farming in WI Michele
nndairy	Posted - Jun 07 2024 : 6:17:31 PM Beautiful! I bet she's going to love it!! ~Heather “I would rather be on my farm than be emperor of the world.” — George Washington
Jokamartell	Posted - Jun 07 2024 : 5:03:06 PM Beautiful job, Michele!! Karen :) To quote one of my past preschoolers “Not one of those Karens, but a good Karen”! Haha
windypines	Posted - Jun 07 2024 : 03:57:25 AM Thanks!! Farming in WI Michele
YellowRose	Posted - Jun 06 2024 : 05:33:23 AM Michelle, you did good, it's beautiful. Hugs, Sara "FarmGirl Sister" #6034 Aug 2014 FGOTM Sept 2015 - Feb 2019 - Oct 2023 Lord put your arm around my shoulders & your hand over my mouth.
windypines	Posted - Jun 06 2024 : 04:24:34 AM Thanks!! Farming in WI Michele
Tumbleweed	Posted - Jun 05 2024 : 7:22:36 PM Michele, that is adorable !!! TW When life gives you more than you can stand.....kneel ! Grateful, Thankful and Blessed!
Audra Rose	Posted - Jun 05 2024 : 6:31:14 PM So pretty! That type of jewelry box always made me think of a Barbie closet. Vanessa Farmgirl Sister #6754
windypines	Posted - Jun 05 2024 : 5:59:11 PM Redid a jewerly box for my granddaughter. Turned out pretty good. Farming in WI Michele
Tumbleweed	Posted - Apr 27 2023 : 1:36:36 PM Thank you everyone. Been a little busy adding more stuff to the house and I didn't check in sooner. TW When life gives you more than you can stand.....kneel ! Grateful, Thankful and Blessed!

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