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Sorry Folks...My Mind's Been in the Gutter

July 27th, 2009 in blog, projects     
Junk_Sophisticate Candy Allen, contributor
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A bouquet just for you to brighten your day!
Items needed: rusty gutter guard twine, jute or ribbon cylinder vase key / embellishments pencil or dowell flowers hosta leaves
Determine desired size of vase holder and double.  Add an extra 8 (to be rolled later) and cut.  Fold metal in half - long end to long end. Roll metal edges around pencil / dowell to create a curled edge.  Make sure to use gloves since those edges are sharp! 
Fold gutter guard in half, slightly bowing each piece outward to allow room for the cylinder vase.  Roll bottom up as if it were a paper lunch bag.    Attach sides together with twine, jute or ribbon using a cross stitch or any stitch you wish.   
Have you heard of Eddie Ross?  If not, he is a truly talented young lifestyle designer that I follow online.  One tip he always recommends is to use hosta leaves inside cylinder vases to hide the ugly stems.  Love that! (His are much neater than mine, but you get the idea). 
Insert vase inside gutter guard with flowers and POW!  Its complete!
If youre thinking this is just a ridiculously simple project...youre right. 
Oh, I love your floral display, Candy.  Wherever did you get it  What?  This old rusty thing?  Why, thank you.
Though she stands alone, a wallflower she is not.  
What a pretty mesh.  Move her around your home.  She seems to fit right in anywhere. 
I caught these little guys scoping out our yard recently.  As cute as you are, dont even think about going near my flowers! 
Yes.  Im talking to you, my dear.
A bouquet just for you to brighten your day!

A bouquet just for you to brighten your day!
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Gutter guards.  A very useful tool for homeowners when they are in their prime.  (The gutter guard, that is, not the homeowner.)  Here is one way to use all those rusty, metal pieces that some people deem junk.  And thank goodness they do! 

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Comments (18)

suewhitney writes: You know me and my flowers, Candy! Love, love, love what you have done with this rusty gutter! B eau ti ful!

Be Well,
Sue Posted: 9:52 am on August 2nd
smiller0529 writes: Awesome! Trash to Treasure for sure! I love it! And the deer bonus! Posted: 7:45 pm on August 1st
DownHomeDIY writes: I agree with Jim..A++. You move to the head of the class on this one. You are one clever little creature!
Thanks for the inspiration!
~MB Posted: 2:45 pm on July 28th
JunKinT writes: I love this project I can see it welcoming guests at on outdoor wedding. Love the hosta I was just looking for an idea for a banquet table setting, it is even the perfect color! Thanks! Posted: 2:43 pm on July 28th
georgiamoon writes: Great save there Candy girl!!! Got it right back outta the trash...good for you. It looks fantastic. I wonder if you could buy new and just let it live outside for a bit to give it that old look..I'm just asking cause I have some new stuff that I was going to use on a lamp project but the lamp sold before I got to it. Anyway I am rambling...I love what you have done here and it is SO inventive and creative and you're right it can go ANYWHERE! Great job and thanks for the inspiration, Georgia Posted: 11:21 am on July 28th
JunkArchitect writes:
Candy, this might be my favorite project from you. That rusty gutter guard is such an unusual piece and your creation is so beautiful. You get an A+ on this one.

Jim

Posted: 11:06 pm on July 27th
CottageElements writes: Candy, this literally is a trash to treasure project! I love how you used something that would have otherwise landed in the landfill. And ditto on your commentary! Also love the tip on the hosta leaves! Great post (as usual)!

Lani Posted: 10:15 pm on July 27th
Junk_Sophisticate writes: Thank you everyone. I appreciate your kind words very much! Re: where to find rusty gutter guards? I suppose the curbside and family annd friends are your best bet. Heck, maybe you could even chase down a gutter guard installation co. work truck and ask if they still have the old ones they tore out. (new2nc69-style ;) Hehe.

I got this piece off of my home and found it "accidentally". While throwing out the final bag of trash on garbage day recently, I saw a rusty mesh piece sticking out from the trashcan my husband used while cleaning out our gutters. Can you believe he tossed this? Sometimes I think the man doesn't know me at all. Sniff.

Candy Posted: 3:17 pm on July 27th
MimiToria writes: What a great post and wonderful project Candy. Lovely photographs as well.
Gretchen Posted: 3:04 pm on July 27th
ela1203 writes: This is just so unusual and pretty. It blends with the trunk of the tree and love how you added the colorful flowers. I will have to keep that in mind when I see them. Very nicely done and love the fawn too, how precious. Posted: 2:58 pm on July 27th
fellowjunker writes: Candy,
These are absolutely stunning..........where do I find the gutter guard? Man oh man, you have a gift...everything you touch turns beautiful. Your yard is to die for!!!
xojanis Posted: 12:29 pm on July 27th
RustyDiva writes: Gorgeous Candy! Love the rusty stuff! I love the mix of old and new and the deer are just icing on the cake. Your yard is beautiful ~ thanks for sharing with us. Posted: 12:00 pm on July 27th
grannijo writes: Candy...what a neat idea!..very chic!...love all of your post!..your are a lovely person!!!!...thanks for sharing...sharon Posted: 11:50 am on July 27th
THein writes: I hope I stumble on some of that stuff soon!!! I so want to make that! Love it!---Theresa Posted: 11:31 am on July 27th
shabbychick writes: Candy, Candy, Candy - simply sweet and useful! So clever - your project and your commentary! And, even the deer want to see it up close and personal!

One of my favorites too!!

Kathy

P.S. Love the tip on the hosta leaves! Posted: 10:46 am on July 27th
monakent writes: BEEEautiful dahlink, just beautiful!!!

What a GRATE project. Love the way you think. Not sure where you come up with these wonderful ideas, but keep 'em coming. This is one of your best (or did I say that the last three times I commented on your stuff????). You always come up with winners. You never disappoint. Can't wait to see what you come up with next!!! gailmarie

Posted: 10:22 am on July 27th
chippingcharm writes: Wonderful...I love your posts and your fun commentary. I agree oldnews, this is a happy start to my day :) Laurel Posted: 8:16 am on July 27th
oldnews writes: These are absolutely georgous! What is it about anything rusty that makes it so beautiful! The flowers, your yard, the deer - They are amazing! What a great way to start my day! Thanks! Marie Posted: 8:07 am on July 27th
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