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Welcome to my office
The corner of our den is now my "chic and shabby" office... and completely constructed out of everything old and chippy!
Repurposed bed cot.... to a junk-art deck table
Pretty easy project.
Top 10 Pick...Architectural and Furniture Pieces
Miss Junk Situation has chosen Arch Salvage for the the JMS 2012 "Top Ten". I know it's on my list! This from Tammy... Re-use of windows, doors, drawers, vanity mirror frames, shutters and fences. The list can go on and on!

Industrial light cage planter
It looks like a typical planter basket, but this is a cage cover to an old industrial light.

Recessed light planters
Canisters from recessed lights are going to make great pots/planters for spring.... they have a big hole in the bottom for drainage!
Tool box "jewelry" box
My first thought for this old tool box was to keep this one for my self for jewelry organization!
Wagon Wheel for Christmas Gathering
Family will be gathering in the barn for the holidays, so I brought in the wagon wheel from the landscaping and adorned it for the barn wall :)

Vintage Sled Centerpiece
A smaller-than-usual vintage sled made a fun centerpiece for the Holiday Walk Home Tour!

Barn trees for the "Holiday Walk"
We're on tour !

Junk"Y" Situation
Junk designing is such a creative outlet.

Shabby Chic Buffet/Chest
Sometimes BRIGHT color can be limiting when selling a vintage piece. This piece got a new primitive looking top, and was toned down with white paint while allowing "character lines" of the...

Junk Art Door/Headboard
I've always wanted to create a headboard out of a vintage door !

Totally shabby chic junk table
This half of a vanity's drawers was too cute to leave behind. The cabinet doors were laying around in my barn and just happen to fit perfectly on the top and front. It took all of about...

Rusty Canning Cooker Planter
I had been trying to sell this rusty canning cooker with no luck. I suppose others didn't see it's potential, so I decided to help them visualize. Paint, flowers and pretty staging will surely...

Crate tables... super easy!
Crates-a-plenty, so I decided to change-'em-up a bit. No need for much explanation. Cut some boards of your choice and get your drill out !!
Junk art door with drawer bins
This fun piece was created COMPLETELY with free junk. I added the turquoise paint on the door, and the rest just came to mind on a whim!
Window art
Windows and doors are the best for outdoor decor!
Junk furniture for outside
Junk-art furniture....... simple as that :)
Save that door!
Since I'm married to a builder/remodeler, I get the left overs from many projects. And being the wise man he is, my guy knew to save this door with the copper plate and glass knob. We cut the door in...
Uncovering the color
While browsing at one of our regional antique shows, I found this small chest Gotta love what an electric sander can do ! Being a dealer, I knew it could sell right away, but I had to keep...

Frame the frame
Sometimes the FRAME is the art. I use lots of this idea in my own home. Enjoy!

Vintage grain elevator bins / wall pockets
Grain elevators are historic... and this section of the strap of bins came out of an Indiana location. I have one section in my barn, and this one in my home. The steel was rusty, so I just lightly...

Vintage dresser-vanity re-do
I found this old dresser at a yard sale. It was soooo dark, that I couldn't see the grain in the wood. It was so old and dry that after sanding, all I had to do was put sealer on it. We...

New life for this GREAT chair:)
We found this old chair.... it was very sturdy, but had a cracked seat. Lots of sanding and some new (I mean "old") wood for a seat, and this beauty turned out great !
Recent comments
Re: Funky Coffee Table
Great conversation piece... and super cool! Thanks for the idea :)
posted: 2:42 am on February 25thTammy
Re: Using Vintage Textiles In Home Decor
The chair is absolutely beautiful! Great ideas... perfect representation for all types of linens :)
posted: 3:25 am on February 16thTammy
Re: The Vintage Wedding
This is a beautiful collection of vintage memorabilia. It's all put together so well.... what a great gift idea! Nice job :)
posted: 5:59 am on February 10thTammy
Re: Cassie's Top 10 Pick for 2012: Vintage Hardware!
Beautiful and unique! I'm a fan :)
posted: 3:05 am on February 9thTammy
Re: Andrea's Top 10 Pick: Rust
Excellent pics of some great rusty eye candy:) The scales look cool all bunched together, the kid pic is hilarious! And my fav is the footed candle holder. Oh, I know we'd have fun shopping together:)
posted: 3:37 pm on January 25thTammy
Re: First of the 2012 "Top Ten" Picks from JMS Editors and Contributors
Great stuff! You display it so well! Can't wait till yard sale season gets here... LOVE finding industrial junk :)
posted: 7:06 am on January 21stTammy
Re: Small Kitchen Organization...
I love the distressed end table ON the cabinet! That's very clever and works well in your kitchen. It's all great re-uses of good junk :)
posted: 4:09 pm on January 18thTammy
Re: Going Authentic
Nice cameras! Love all the "junk finds"....you found some really great bargains!
posted: 3:37 am on January 13thTammy
Re: An Easy Nature Inspired Winter Garland
Simple and pretty. Very cute Donna:)
posted: 2:15 pm on January 11thTammy
Re: Broken jewelry, old Christmas lights...
These are great! Both are such works of art! Love the light idea :) You did good !
posted: 2:48 pm on December 29thTammy
Re: January Wreath Change-up
Iron junk is so fun to work with.... very nice !
posted: 1:21 pm on December 29thTammy
Re: Jewelry Organizer
How clever! The addition of the soap dish is fun:)
posted: 2:00 pm on December 27thTammy
Re: Upcycled Silverplate Bird Feeder
Wow! I think this might be my favorite of your creations! It's so attractive, and the story is so sweet. Very nice.
posted: 3:52 am on December 27thTammy
Re: Starry night Necklace
Perfect mix of pretty bling! It's beautiful :)
posted: 3:49 am on December 24thTammy
Re: Holiday Party Ideas for the Wine Lover
Well, if you were giving that to ME as a hostess gift, I'd LOVE it! So pretty! And I think all the bling is very creative. Love the little door bell :)
posted: 3:41 am on December 24thMerry Christmas,
Tammy
Re: Christmas Eve Lamp
Christmas must be SOOOO fun at your house ! The antique fire bucket is great for this project. I love everything about it. Cheers to you .... whatEVER you're drinking :)
posted: 6:25 pm on December 21stTammy
Re: Christmas Eve Lamp
Christmas must be SOOOO fun at your house ! The antique fire bucket is great for this project. I love everything about it. Cheers to you .... whatEVER you're drinking :)
posted: 6:22 pm on December 21stTammy
Re: Antique & Vintage for the Holidays.
Jon... Welcome from Kokomo! I couldn't believe that picture with the Kokomo Brass Works team! How cool... it's my hometown and where I currently live. That print is a great piece of history. The Springfield Extravaganza is also the highlight of my "junkin'" year. We go every May/Sept ... GREAT show! I'll look forward to learning more from you here on JMS :)
posted: 6:51 pm on December 16thMerry Christmas,
Tammy
Re: Holiday Mantel
It's beautiful and inviting! I bet the rest of the room is just as lovely :) Great ideas Andrea!
posted: 6:48 pm on December 14thTammy
Re: Two Upcycled Bird Feeders
Love both feeders...the Arvin heater design is awesome :) You are quite creative!
posted: 4:13 am on December 14thTammy
Re: Rope Hanger
Thanks for a great idea! I have a box FULL of those springs ... I see now why you're called "Clever junk" LOL!
posted: 4:10 am on December 14thTammy
Re: Christmas brooch restyled into necklace
Classy and elegant! It's lovely :) Nice job!
posted: 4:06 am on December 14thTammy
Re: Steamer Trunk Bookcase
What a great idea! We all know those trunks are hard to sell.... people seem to love them, but don't know how to display a beat-up piece of history. I love this re-purposed treasure :)
posted: 4:57 am on December 12thTammy
Re: HUGE...Antique Corbel Floor Lamp
Genius! It looks like it would be so easy to put 3 pieces of wood together, but I'm sure it took a lot of work... It's absolutely spectacular :)
posted: 4:54 am on December 12thTammy
Re: My Redesign on a Redesign!
Very cool architectural pieces! It's a beautiful, peaceful winter design :) LOVE it!
posted: 4:59 am on December 8thTammy
Re: Structo Keepsake Box Roller Skate Truck
Brian, you make amazing stuff! Hats off to you :)
posted: 6:38 am on December 7thTammy
Re: Christmas Lantern
Elegant, and fun to look at for any age! Can't wait to see how you fill it in spring ;)
posted: 6:28 am on December 7thTammy
Re: Bike Rim Wreath
Very CUTE Laurel! I love the "Merry" hanger! So sweet and so simple. Merry Christmas to you too :)
posted: 6:24 am on December 7thTammy
Re: Winter Greetings Basket
Adorable! The cash register number is an eye-catcher, and I love the shutter it's hanging on as well:) Very pretty basket !
posted: 4:19 pm on December 3rdTammy
Re: "Absinthe Wings" Necklace
HA! A vintage lipstick tube.... Love that! It's a beautiful necklace. Perfect "greens" to wear for the holidays too!
posted: 4:42 am on December 1stTammy
Re: Candle Logs
You make such pretty things Cindi! Those candles will be fun to change up with each holiday! Great idea:)
posted: 4:39 am on December 1stTammy
Re: Forest Glam DIY
That is wonderful! I love those curly sticks... and the vintage glass. Great mix :)
posted: 7:37 pm on November 30thTammy
Re: Simple (boy, do I mean simple) fall decorating
Very cute stuff ! Cool rake, and nice use of the bedsprings :)
posted: 6:16 am on November 28thTammy
Re: Trumeau Mirror
Cool project... this is the first I've heard about the looking glass paint! Awesome! Looking forward to more of your ideas !
posted: 3:23 pm on November 27thTammy
Re: Christmas in a Can-ister...
As always, very lovely and very inspiring !! Beautiful project:)
posted: 3:15 pm on November 10thRe: Lighting Up your Fall Outdoor Table...Quick and Easy
Very cute fall idea! Bird seed.... love it :)
posted: 12:33 pm on October 15thTammy
Re: Marburger Farms - Garden Edition
Great ideas! We've been asked to have our home on a Holiday Walk in November, and you've given me a couple of really good thoughts to add to my 'junk-art' christmas decorating. Thanks Sue :)
posted: 4:28 am on September 30thTammy
Re: Got Mums?
I have a similar box in my barn.... why I haven't thought to put a plant in it, I have no idea! Sometimes things are so simple and I guess I looked past the obvious. Awesomely simple idea ... Looks great!
posted: 7:04 pm on September 28thTammy
Re: Picket Fence Flowerbox
Great project... it would look great on my wrap-around front porch :) Did you fertilize those mums? LOL !
posted: 3:43 am on September 20thTammy
Re: Happy Falloween to All
Great use of everything! I especially think the door arrangement with the rope and pulley are awesome! I've been looking for an idea for a "family" pulley and now I have it:)
posted: 3:28 am on September 15thBeautiful !
Tammy
Re: Upcycled Light Fixtures
I have several places that these would look fantastic! They are absolutely spectacular :)
posted: 6:27 pm on September 13thTammy
Re: Cornflower Blue License Plate Birdhouse
I love the color! Very nice design and very cool parts.
posted: 3:18 am on September 10thTammy
Re: Summer Wine Storage
I think you like wine! Love the color... I'm adding turquoise to my own home with light gold and light green. Love it... and I love your idea, again :)
posted: 5:15 pm on August 24thTammy
Re: Junk"Y" Situation
Lala, I sell at 2 different stores in Kokomo Indiana. The Original Treasure Mart, and Timeless Pieces and Treasures Ebay Consignment Store. They are right down the road from one another. Both have facebook pages by the same name, and also websites. Thanks for your nice comment :)
posted: 4:46 am on July 25thTammy
Re: mason jars & burlap =elegant country-shab
I love it! What a memory that will be for all the wedding guests! There's nothing more unique than a country wedding :)
posted: 6:10 pm on July 19thBest wishes,
Tammy
Re: Cheers!
That would look really cool in my party barn! You've given me a really good idea! It's an awesome project. Very nicely done:)
posted: 7:25 pm on July 18thTammy
Re: Jewelry from magazines?
What a perfect piece of vintage looking jewelry to wear while shopping at the junkin' stores ! They're very pretty :)
posted: 3:14 am on July 13thTammy
Re: My Flowers 2011
I love using junk in the gardens... you ideas are terrific :)
posted: 12:41 pm on July 7thOh, and you have quite the green thumb !
Tammy
Re: A Little Garden Bling with Silver and Crystals
What a cool idea! I love the "bling" for the garden idea... nice project :)
posted: 4:29 am on July 7thTammy
Re: DIY White Washed Place Mats
You crafty, clever woman.... THAT is a BEAUTIFUL table :) I'm sure you're guests feel really special !
posted: 4:27 am on July 7thTammy
Re: Happy Independence Day
I remember Woolworth's also. Cool story, and it's awesome that the same flag has been in your family for so long. It's a perfect 4th of July in Indiana! Blessings everyone !
posted: 1:41 pm on July 4thTammy
Re: Silage Shooter
It's a beauty! I love the last picture with the chair.... it's all just GREAT together. Nice project :)
posted: 7:53 pm on June 29thTammy
Re: Farm Fresh...A New Twist on the Chicken Feeder
What a cute project. Everything looks really sweet together.
posted: 12:14 pm on June 28thThe grate is awesome !
Tammy
Re: Old Door Arbor
Awesome project! I have a similar idea ... just need the time to create it. You've got me putting that idea back on the front burner :)
posted: 8:02 pm on June 14thVery nice....
Tammy
Re: Old Family Farm Drop Leaf Table Turned Into Wall Art
Do you know how many people are thinking "why didn't I think of that"?! Very simple, very effective, and great graphics! Nice job :)
posted: 4:29 am on May 28thTammy
Re: Fireplace Screen
That's a cool, rusty conversation piece! You've shown that "hardworking tractor junk" a whole new world! Nice :)
posted: 4:20 am on May 28thTammy
Re: Remnants of Spring: A Tablescape
Woweee! The bright green just pulls you right in! And the music between the plates is such a unique idea... Love it all ! Very nice :)
posted: 3:59 am on May 12thTammy
Re: ~Happy Mother's Day~
Another simple and fun creation! Makes me smile:) Good job on this one !
posted: 5:22 am on May 9thTammy
Re: Crystal suncatcher mini-chandelier
Sometimes I find myself thinking.... "why didn't I think of that"?! VERY pretty !!
posted: 7:16 pm on May 4thTammy
Re: Another Simple Spring Wreath
Another pretty design by Laurel! Great mix of junk!!
posted: 3:43 am on May 3rdTammy
Re: Tin tile in a frame
So simple and so pretty:) I've thought about doing that, but I hadn't thought of the magnets! It works beautifully...
posted: 3:55 pm on May 1stTammy
Re: Reel Plant Holder
Well, that's just darling and SOOOO clever! Great idea. I know JUST where to get some reels for myself.... and just in time for Easter too :)
posted: 2:30 pm on April 19thTammy
Re: Repurposed bed cot.... to a junk-art deck table
Thanks Tracy... I use the old boards for lots of furniture repurposing. If you find the table with the height that you like, see if built in a way that you could add the primitive boards over the old top for this look. Pub tables are hard to find, but are a gem when found! Good luck :)
posted: 4:15 am on April 19thRe: Money Bag Tutorial for Vendors
Well, that's just so cute and clever! Just a reminder that we can't overlook ANYTHING when re-purposing !
posted: 7:06 pm on April 17thTammy :)
Re: Another industrial mirror!
That is a very cool piece of rusty pipe clamp.... I would have just called it a whatchamacallit! Love your idea. It looks great :)
posted: 4:01 am on April 17thRe: File under "virtues" :)
What a good idea! Great "save" !!
posted: 3:57 am on April 17thTammy
Re: WIRE BASKETS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I really like the sign piece and big rings! I love these :)
posted: 3:55 am on April 17thTammy
Re: $1,200.00 French Farm Kitchen Renovation
Very inviting, incredible collections. Perfect design for a farmhouse :) Wonderful job !
posted: 3:11 am on April 14thRe: Stylish Wine Cart
TGIF ! I'll bring White Zinfandel...I think all us junkin' friends need to put your cart to some good use! Lovely job Andrea :)
posted: 2:40 pm on April 8thTammy
Re: Rusty Drain Pipe Planter
I like it, I like it, I LIKE it !!
posted: 2:34 pm on April 6thTammy
Re: My harvest table restoration
It's amazing what lies underneath that chippy paint, and I LOVE chippy paint too ! But this re-do turned out beautiful. Nice :)
posted: 3:39 am on April 5thTammy
Re: Industrial Side Table
What an awesome table! That is such a unique piece. Love what you created Midge!
posted: 3:37 am on April 5thTammy
Re: Chicken wire Cloche
Well, that's just SOOO sweet !!
posted: 3:31 am on April 5thVery cool :)
Tammy
Re: Seeing Angels...
Very clever stuff ! I really like the accessories in the wine box shelf. Nice :)
posted: 3:32 am on April 4thTammy
Re: Isn't it wonderful?
I had that same situation with a chair.... check out my pics. I did what Jim's talkin' about. Old wood.... perfect ! Good luck :)
posted: 6:53 pm on April 1stTammy
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Re: Wine glass holder
I have ALL those things:) Great idea Andrea!! Very cute.
posted: 7:36 am on March 30thRe: A Beautiful Combination of Created and Found Objects
Very interesting combination of 'stuff'. I really like the blue glasses! And what an awesome dress form... great ideas :)
posted: 3:30 pm on March 27thRe: Oh, no! I've been Framed....but in a good way!
I agree... the best things DO happen by chance! Very attractive arrangement. Love the grate :)
posted: 4:01 pm on March 25thRe: Metal File Drawer Chalk Board
I have chalkboard paint and I have drawers! I better get busy! Cool idea :)
posted: 2:56 am on March 23rdRe: From bread bakin to shelf makin!
I wouldn't have known what that was! It makes a great display. It's a unique piece and looks awesome :)
posted: 5:33 pm on March 22ndRe: Junky Outdoor Pallet Table
That is ONE COOL table! I'd like one for my deck :) Nice job!
posted: 5:50 pm on March 21stTammy
Re: School Desk End Table
You've created a really cute little corner with all that fun stuff. Thumbs up!
posted: 5:48 pm on March 21stTammy
Re: Wire Basket Chandelier
I have a wire basket just like that, and I actually was thinking about this idea. Now I can see what it would look like, so thanks ! Love it :)
posted: 5:01 pm on March 19thRe: A Desk Reorganization ala Junk Style!
Clever uses of some very unique stuff. They all look great together!
posted: 4:59 pm on March 19thRe: JMS Membership Red Letter Day
Congrats Sue! I just told about 25 women TODAY about your site, AND I even had your book with me for show 'n' tell! I gave a program today to a group of sorority women...wanting to know "what I do"!!! I explained I'm a junk artist inspired by my friends at Junk Market Style. You should have seen the pens and paper come out to write that name down !!
posted: 7:20 pm on March 16thBest wishes for a GREAT year!
Tammy :)
Re: Tightening the Belt(s)
Workin' on my "to-do" list for today.... #1 on the list? Go to goodwill !!! What a great idea! Very classy!
posted: 3:42 am on March 16thRe: Junk Hang-Up: Vintage Door Coat Rack
Junk organization.... it rocks! Very good eye for that chippy door:)
posted: 6:13 pm on March 15thTammy
Re: Vintage JEWELRY Sign
GREAT colors and graphics. As a graphic design major, I appreciate what I KNOW is a lot of time you put into this project. Very nice!
posted: 5:32 am on March 14thRe: On Cue
Very cool idea! And I'm a graphic artist too... and also a dealer in Kokomo!
posted: 4:02 am on March 13thI'll have to roadtrip north to see your stuff :)
www.junksituation.blogspot.com Tammy
Re: From Broom Holder to Flower Display!
So pretty under that Paris clock! Simple can be so beautiful.... great idea.
posted: 5:48 pm on March 10thTammy
Re: Lace & Metal Dress From
Very beautiful work of art!
posted: 1:27 pm on March 10thTammy
Re: Extreme Farm Furniture
What a GREAT look, compressing all those years into this piece. Beautiful conversation piece.
posted: 3:31 am on March 1stRe: Junk that's 'Fit for a Queen'!
Beautifully done... I love the finial on top and the green plant. VERY nice :)
posted: 2:59 am on February 27thRe: Special find!!
Beautiful! Pretty accessories! Great find :)
posted: 4:58 pm on February 23rdRe: "Flea Market Under Glass" Setup is Under Way!
Love all the booths! I bought one side of a church pew that look just like the one in your booth. I haven't decided what to do with it yet... I'll have to post when I do. Good luck to you all this weekend. Wishing a 10 hour drive didn't separate me from meeting you all and SHOPPING ! Have fun :)
posted: 4:55 pm on February 23rdTammy
Re: Belted Bulletin Board
I am SOOOOO using your wonderful idea ! It's VERY cool...You did good :)
posted: 6:14 pm on February 22ndTammy
Re: Hold the phone - An estate sale find!!
This turned out very nice! I have one in my home on display and love it. You did a great job:)
posted: 1:12 pm on February 21stTammy
Re: Bathroom Junk Re-do!
Very cute collection! I especially like all the stuff on the shelf... fun :)
posted: 1:08 pm on February 21stRe: "Cush" Job...
Simple and unique. Very clever Laurel!
posted: 6:22 am on February 18thTammy
Re: Wheel Well No Fuss Indoor Garden
I love the pitcher... all the elements are great together. Very clever and eye appealing !
posted: 3:24 am on February 17thRe: Happy Valentine's Day!
That's awesome !
posted: 4:46 am on February 14thRe: Junkin up your love....?
Simple can be so pretty. Very nice piece !
posted: 2:59 am on February 14thRe: MY RUSTY, JUNKY BITS
I agree with Jim! I love the blue box and wire basket. I bet your home has lots of "oohs and aahs" !!
posted: 2:49 am on February 14thTammy
Re: Gear Mirror 5 Different Ways
I love the old with the new... very cool gear. It's a winner ! Thanks for the idea :)
posted: 6:15 am on February 6thRe: New life for this GREAT chair:)
Thanks for the great encouragement everyone. I'm just getting started at posting my projects. I appreciate your kind words :)
posted: 6:07 pm on February 3rdRe: What's your number?
Very attractive! My kinda style... Love it! Very nice job:)
posted: 8:03 am on January 30th