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Grate-ful Junk Decor

February 2nd, 2009 in blog, member junk     
ALVN ALVN of WhisperWood Cottage, contributor
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Amazing what an old grate cover and some tea lights can do to warm up a room!
The grate didnt look like anything special when it was found, but it screamed potential!
Prop it up and add a row of three tea lights. Voila! This simple idea adds a golden glow and ambience when placed on a side table in the living room. Wouldnt it be charming in a guest room as well?
In the mood for a little Valentine romance? Put the lights down low and put on some background music. Perfect for whispering sweet nothings in your favorite junk lovers ear!
Amazing what an old grate cover and some tea lights can do to warm up a room!

Amazing what an old grate cover and some tea lights can do to warm up a room!
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This is a great grate idea for all you junkers. Insanely simple! Insanely beautiful! Gotta love this kind of junking insanity!


Pattern or design used: My own design - ALVN of WhisperWood Cottage
posted in: blog, member junk, tabletop, metal, industrial, family room, candle holder, living room, bedroom, gold-metallic
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Comments (18)

boopsie writes: MY body , soul , and spirit , felt at pease viewing your fantastic idea... so peaceful..so relaxing... Thank you very much for your sharing.. on this terrific idea... by the way were would I find grates , and just do no know how they were used in past , or when I find one , best in wood, or metal or not to mater , fantastic having you join with use, and offer your concepts.. looking forward to hearing from you.. Boopsie08 posted 05/30/09 Posted: 2:00 pm on May 30th
shabbychick writes: Amy - congratulations on becoming a contributor - I'm looking forward to more of your creative ideas! This one is so simple, and has such a beautiful look. Thanks for sharing!

Kathy Posted: 9:31 am on February 12th
ANGELZ writes: WOW, this has inspired me to use an old iron grate I've been walking over to make over into a light fixture cover for the doorway with plexiglass/electric..very greatful thought (pun intended)thanks vicki Posted: 1:18 am on February 11th
ALVN writes: Thanks for the kind words, everyone! I love the ideas, contributors, and members on JunkMarket! It's like a big family!

Amy Posted: 8:32 pm on February 5th
PuttyTat writes: Hi,

I recently purchased a grate just like this one (mine is green and brown) because I just loved the design. I wasn't sure what I was going to do with it. Thanks for the great idea!

Puddytat Posted: 1:35 pm on February 5th
CottageElements writes: Hi, Amy! I too was sick all week (had the flu!) so am slow to congratulate you. So excited to have you join us! You have such great ideas and your photography is exceptional. Looking forward to some awesome projects from you!

Lani Posted: 5:40 pm on February 4th
MimiToria writes: Amy- I've gone missing, first to the cabin over the week-end than with food posioning. ACK! So a belated congratulations on your contributorship status. Not sure when it happened, but I'm glad it did and want to be sure to welcome you.
This is a fun and easy project that most of us could copy. Thanks for sharing! Now if only I'd come across some great deals on some grates!
Gretchen Posted: 12:10 pm on February 3rd
JunkArchitect writes: It has a medieval feel to it, the look of windows in an ancient cathedral…very soothing.

Amy, you’re a contributor…congratulations! Welcome to a place where your mind won’t stop spinning from the never ending supply of creative ideas.

Jim Posted: 10:53 pm on February 2nd
CreepinJen writes: I saw some grates this past weekend and walked on by. I may have to go back now.... although they weren't as pretty as the one you used. So romantic and cozy! Posted: 10:38 pm on February 2nd
NDJunkGirl writes: L-O-V-E grates! I've used them in my home in a million ways! Thanks for sharing! Andrea Posted: 7:40 pm on February 2nd
junkinhart writes: Congratulations, Amy!! I love this "grate" idea!!

~Cindy Posted: 7:32 pm on February 2nd
LuAnn writes: Congrats on becoming a contributor. Wonderful idea and very simple!

LuAnn Posted: 6:17 pm on February 2nd
MelHow writes: I really like the gothic window shape of the iron work... Posted: 5:21 pm on February 2nd
Junk_Sophisticate writes: Congrats Amy! Seems like a natural fit to me! Love your grate idea. I have a more ornate one that I've had a heckuva time removing or even bending the back metal piece to use in this way. Maybe I'll give it another try.

Can't wait to see more from you!
Candy

Posted: 4:24 pm on February 2nd
georgiamoon writes: Hey Amy! Congratulations on joining the "club" of contributors. It is so much fun and I know that you will have so much to offer in your own unique style. Too bad you missed the big challenge...haha, but we'll get you next time! Love your grate project. I have one of these and hadn't figured out what to do. This will be one I'll have to try, Thanks, Georgia Posted: 3:45 pm on February 2nd
irishrovr writes: Insanely wonderful! Congrats, Amy!!

Eileen http://ruralwisconsin.blogspot.com/ Posted: 2:54 pm on February 2nd
fellowjunker writes: Beautiful project Amy and I love the simplicity of it. Congratulations on your contributor status........I love your style and am so happy that you have joined us as a contributor!! Here's a toast to lots more fun junking adventures and creations!!!
xojanis Posted: 2:05 pm on February 2nd
suewhitney writes: Hi All,

Please welcome Amy aka Alvn to the group of JUNKMARKT Style contributors. She has a delightful style that has "Amy" written all over it....for that I am grate-ful! Thanks Amy and welcome!

Cheers,
Sue Posted: 2:03 pm on February 2nd
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