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Sue Whitney, Long Lake, Minnesotaeditor
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Baubles by Gretchen
I had the pleasure of having a holiday shopping and eating excursion with JMS contributors Gretchen Schaumann and Lanette Lorsung on Sunday and Gretchen shared with us a few of her beautiful one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces she creates from vintage buttons and baubles.
Fifteen Minute Laundry Room Fix
Organization is the name of the game in January. Is there a better place to start this never ending journey than in the laundry room? Not in my house!
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How to Make a Quiche Pan Frame
Since my daughter has become a vegan, I have little to no use for my quiche pan. So, I thought it would be funny to frame a picture of her in it to remind her of the days when she actually ate eggs. Ha! I'm not quite sure if she appreciates my sense of humor quite as much as I do. Seriously though, when you find something lying about that you don't use any more, why not put it back into play? That's exactly what we decided to do. E is on her second week of winter break and we were looking for something fun to do. After identifying the body of the frame we gathered the rest of our materials from the box of leftover Christmas trinkets, treasures, and papers, and went straight to work. The finished project will hang on a wall in my bedroom so I can see that smiling cherubic face, of a once upon a time preschooler, every morning when I wake up. Ahhh... those were the days! What she doesn't know is that this is the first of many photos to be framed JUNKMARKET Style to adorn her 'Wall of Fame' when she graduates from high school next year. Not all of them will be this adorable... I'll also need to address that awkward stage. Poor E!
On Newsstands Today!
It's here! Now at a retailer near you... is a JUNKMARKET Magazine and DVD.
Winner of the Dog Collar Contest
Yes, it's Winner, Winner, Chicken Dinner time. A great big Whoo, hoo and congrats go out to Janis aka Fellow Junker and her dog Doby for their spectacular vintage spoon collar contest submission. Way to go Janis and thanks for joining in the fun!
How to Make an Indoor Window Box
Here is a great alternative to a wreath in the window. The best part is that what you pop in can pop right back out. All the plant materials remain in their original pots and are hidden by moss. This makes for quick and easy pit stops allowing you to win the race against the seasons.
I'll Take Bottles for $300 Please Alex
Brought to you by JUNKMARKET Style... it's Junk Jeopardy!
Junkyard Dog Collar Contest
Here it is gang. Our first official JUNKMARKET Style contest. I've been noticing that many of you out there love your pets. I'm with you on that one. They love you even when it seems no one else does! So, I thought it was high time to turn some of our creativity in their direction. Visit the link in this post to enter and hear all the juicy details. Good luck...it's a dog-eat-dog world out there. Only kidding of course!
How to Wrap Gifts for Teens
This is what I call packaging to please a teenager. I know what you're thinking. Ah, ha,ha,ha...and a,ho,ho,ho! If you believe and I mean really believe..."The Miracle on Teenage Street" can really happen.
Junkyard Dog Collar Contest Rules
NO PURCHASE NECESSARY TO ENTER. Entries for this “Junkyard Dog Collar Contest” (the “Contest”) will be accepted during the period beginning at 12:01 p.m. ET on December 11...
What to Bring the Hostess
Don't leave the hostess feeling ho hum about yet another pine scented candle left on her entry table. Instead, give her a case of the woo hoo's by gifting something a little more out of the ordinary. A paper white in a jar...now that's worth celebrating.
Welcome Junkers
Hello junkers, we're glad you're here! Whether you are new to this site or are returning we're very excited to present our new and very much improved site. It's easy to get started so jump on and let the sharing begin!
Upcycled Cottage Industrial Candleholder
Come on everybody, let's do the upcycle. No, it's not a new fangled exercise program to achieve a flat belly in ten days or less, but rather it's taking items from your home and using them for something completely different than what they were meant to do. I just love using unexpected pieces to create things of beauty and purpose. This candle holder is crafted with leftovers from a building project at my home, some decorative craft paper fresh off the scrap pile, some ribbon, and a vintage watch face. Unlikely partners for sure, but that's the beauty of it all!
How to Wrap with Wallpaper
I was sooo excited when I found these wallpaper scraps that I could hardly contain myself. My daughter, who was with me at the time wanted to crawl into a very deep hole due to my overwhelming enthusiasm....teenagers! Sorry E, but you know your Mom! No matter how many times you roll your eyes this old dog will never change.
Winter White Window
Some windows don't need coverings for privacy, but do need something, shall we say just for interest.
Thanksgiving Centerpiece
You know me and my flowers. Well, Thanksgiving gives me the excuse to pull out all of the stops and go junk wild with a table topper that's befitting of the feast.
Home for the Holidays with Lanette
Lanette's home was one of the featured homes on the Round Barn Potting Company's Holiday Home Tour. Very cool....
Holiday Home Tour
Lori Miller, owner of the Round Barn Potting Company hosts an annual Holiday Home Tour. It was fabulous!
Tag Maker Tote
Don't sweat the small stuff! All the fixins' for a great package topper can be held hostage in a film slide case until you're ready to unleash your inner junk crafter.
Trinkets for Trimming!
Here are my top twelve junk picks for package perfection. Ready, set, wrap!
Tag... You're It!
Come along for the holiday ride! Here is a sneak peek at what I'll be using this year for my recycled gift tags. Looks like it could be fun. I guess we'll all just have to wait and see how they turn out. I might be just as surprised as you. Hmm....
Shimmer Me Timbers
This little light of mine shines brightly over a bathtub. No fear of electricity too close to water, just the soothing glimmer of candlelight to help wash your troubles away...if only for a moment.
It's a Spinner
After seeing UltraJunk's great haul of gear molds, I decided to post my room divider idea for those who have not seen it. And yes, it really spins.
Traveling Spa
When your overnight guests arrive after a long travel day give them a moment alone to refresh and renew!
Mining for Junk? Absolutely!
Wow!Right in the heart of Kansas City, Missouri you can pan for gold...junk gold that is!
Live from Kansas City...
Well maybe not live, but almost. What a fabulous turn out for the Home Show. I had the opportunity to meet many wonderful junkers, work with a great Home Show Staff, and reacquaint myself with this lovely city. Does life get any better?
City Sidewalks
4th Annual Hopkins Holiday Antiques Stroll
Make it Pink for My Sis
After losing my sister, I have often times wondered what her heaven is like. This project is my idea of where she landed and what she's up to right now.
Hot Spot Alert
Used restaurant supply stores are an excellent source for cool junk. At first blush, it may feel very industrial, but if you employ your junker's juju, the stuff you find will work with any decor.
Dare to Make it Holiday Challenge
Let's join our friends at Craftstylish.com in the "Dare to Make it Holiday Challenge." Yes, that means everything from decorating, table settings, card, gifts...the whole kit and caboodle! This is going to be fun! There will be so many holiday ideas coming your way it will make your heads spin
A Saturday Surprise at Petunia's
It was for me at least. I didn't know about this, but many others did! Thank goodness because this was a very fun event. It was a glorious day on Saturday....maybe one of the last for awhile here in Minnesota. In honor of that, I took a break from the grind, went for a drive, and lo and behold came across a funky fall flea market in Excelsior, MN. Yay!
Floral of the Month - Rustic Elegance
October is coming to a close and we're moving into a more elegant season. With Thanksgiving just around the corner, I thought it was high time to start thinking about my favorite holiday.
My "Top 10" in Junk
While visiting one of my "top 10" stores I developed my "top 10" junk picks for the season.
Atlanta News
We've been there and back and just wanted to share some photos with you from the event.
Farewell Jedi Junk - May the Force Be With You
Please join the JMS team as we say so long and good luck to a wonderful man of junk.
Cytology Spice Rack
I certainly felt the "LOL" when I found this fundustrial piece of junk. An old lab organizer (from the cytology department) makes its repurposed debut as a spice rack. Make your own today!
From Cast-offs to Creatures
Please meet Steve Meadows. This man and his love for the recycling of true garbage offers some very unique ideas for creating with junk. Metal coffee pots, paint brushes, bowties, bottle tops, silverware.....this artist will use anything he can get his hands on to fashion whimsical art for your home.
The Softer Side of Industrial
This amazing woman, Judy Hill, has some pretty amazing taste. Her junk love is metal, but it is combined with other materials and textures to take the hard edge off of the industrial junk. What's even more intriguing is her take on retail.
Junk is for the Birds
Not really, but when I started this project I wasn't so sure!
A Rusted Development
Oh yeah baby, we junkers love the rusty stuff! Here is an easy way to enjoy rust in an elegant way.
Make it Pink Challenge
Let's join our friends on Craftstylish in the fight for a cure. As some of you may know this is a very personal cause for me. My mom is a two time survivor and I lost my sister to her battle 6 years ago at the young age of 54. She was not only my sister, but my mentor and my best friend. I'm sure many of your lives have been touched in one way or another by this terrible disease so let's get creative and help to find a cure!
Junk Gypsies Junk - O - Rama Prom
While shopping Antique weekend in Warrenton, Texas this is an event not to miss!
The Big Red Barn with Mary Emmerling
This is what started it all in Round Top, Texas. Miss Emma (Emma Lee Turney) started it and recently handed the baton to Susan Franks. Emma turns 80 today. Happy Birthday Emma!
Live from Texas
I hit town late Monday evening and I've been rolling in junk ever since.
Ink Block Photo Collage
Put a new spin on the photo collage with ink blocks and a threaded rod!
Bewitched
I love, love, love old ladders. This one has been a bit spookified to delight little ghosts and goblins.
Like a Ladder in a Candy Store
Here is another piece of the Falloween porch for those of you with a sweet tooth for junk.
Autumn Luminary
Shop your local junk haunt and make some haunted junk!
Happy Falloween to All
F - A - double L - O - W - double E - N spells Falloween! If you're going to fall backwards in time, do it on a porch that is well dressed for the season.
Hostess gift? It's in the bag!
Here is a whole new twist on the art of re-gifting.
Cheese Grater Kitchen Towel Holder
My contest entry is in! Remember, the winner gets this exact project whether they want it or not.
LeAnntiques with Friends
A Junking Tradition. This happy junking couple knows how to do it up right! Their sale is happening as we speak so head on over to Hopkins, MN and scoop up some unbelievable finds freshly harvested from their secret spots.
Bulletin Board
It's a dual purpose reinvention!
Cubicle Door Candle Holder
I admit it, I caved! Check out a new twist on a junk classic: the candle holder.
Flat Cheese Grater Contest
The First of Many Creative Challenges to Come! Are you ready junkers? At the suggestion (and a good one I might add) of your fellow junker csudderth it's time to show off your ooh, la, la picture perfect project side!
A Girly Gift Idea
Pretty in pink, this frame and caddy is a picture perfect gift for your BFF.
Fan Blade Paper Towel Holder
Adding some fan blades to your kitchen decor definitely makes you cool.
Paper Craft Caddy
You're organizational problems will dry up if you corral your card making materials in a dish strainer
Finds from Buffalo
Here are just a few of the finds we brought home from our excursion to the occasional sales in Buffalo, MN.
Calling All Junkers
The monthly junk madness begins tomorrow, September 4 in Buffalo, Minnesota.
Teeter-Totter Bench
There's no fooling you. As soon as I asked "what is this?" you said, "a teeter-totter!" Next time I'm finding something that's junkingly incomprehensible.
Name that Junk
This is a little game of guess your best. Before we post directions on how to make this we thought we'd give you a chance to identify its original purpose.
Mum's The Word!
Believe it or not summer is coming to a close and it's time to dress your entryway with the vibrant colors of autumn and some wonderful junk.
Upscale Supermarket Floral Arrangements
Have you ever been caught florally unprepared for a dinner party, holiday, or other special occasion?
Reel Good Table
Whether they fancy a lovey dovey chick flick or cheesy horror movies, this table is sure to get your resident film buff to appreciate your funky style. Rolling!
It's a Wrap...Station!
A hijacked fabric store display rack is reinvented as a gift wrapping station. Thanks for the great idea, Georgia!
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Trader's Market, Elko, Minnesota
The good junk is waiting for you in Elko, Minnesota. Come and get it!
Restaurant Clip Picture Holder
Waiter, there's an attractive repurpose near my soup.
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Junk
I don't know about you, but I like to change things up to avoid boredom. For me, the best junk is adaptable.
Yo-Yo Picture Hanger
They're not door knobs, these are yo-yos! Anyone know any cool tricks?
Catch-All Bathroom Caddy
Organize the essentials with this clever repurpose. Yep, that's a vintage fridge drawer!
Tried and True Window Table - The Rough and Tough Version
Tables made from windows are a favorite among junk stylists. I love them too, but always thought they seemed to be a bit wimbly.
Fundraiser for Oronoco Community
Downtown Oronoco Gold Rush Days is a wonderful community supported event, so we wanted to do what we could to give back. Folks had their pictures taken on the set of Junk Beautiful: Room by Room Makeovers with JUNKMARKET Style and the proceeds will be donated to the community.
Making Lemonade from Junk Lemons
The best way to create a unique centerpiece is to round up a posse of junkables and throw them together.
Grow Shovel
Snip snip here, glue glue there, a couple of army dogs...that's how we get a garden grown in the merry ol' land of JUNK!
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Junk Beautiful News
Check out the cover of the new book, Junk Beautiful: Outdoor Edition on Amazon.com.
Vintage Vise Frame
Hold on tight to your cherished photos with this vintage wooden vise!
Meet the JUNKMARKETEERS
It is with great pleasure that I introduce the other 2/3s of the team at JUNKMARKET. Please say hello to Tim Lahti and Kimberly Melamed.
Free the Turtles
Many times a re-purpose is better than the intended use.
Junkers-in-Training. Start 'em off Young!
Make junking a family fun affair.
Food Fight... Believe you me, with this group of junkers anything could happen!
A good friend of mine, Stephanie Hendry, taught me about the 80/20 rule. 80% of the time you eat healthy and live within boundaries, the other 20% of the time...go for it and live large. Everything in moderation--including moderation!
The art of re-purpose is catching on!
A great idea found at Green Hydrangea Marketplace.
Summertime Sundays
Sunday is shopping time at the local junk haunts!
Fab Finds at the Flea
Shopping a flea market is better than visiting a candy store!
Train Case Pic-A-Nic Basket
Escape from the ranger and enjoy lunch in the great outdoors.
Spindle Wind Chime
Need a project on the fly? So did we!
Biscuit Cutter Incense Burner and Candle Holder
Because two re-purposes are better than one.
Strainer Cheese Cover
Personalize this classy cheese cover with a printed design of your own.
Scrabble Surprise
Get the whole family involved with a game display! (The most important people get a triple word score, right?)
My Favorite New Local Junking Haunt -Sweet Salvage, Buffalo, MN
What a find! Unfortunately, I found myself waiting with Kimberly outside the locked gate the first time I came across the junk gem of a store.
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Summertime Stylin' Spreads
Summertime brings sunshine, warm weather, and an appetite for grabbing the gusto found in the great outdoors. Now that I have stated the obvious let’s talk about style. Like kittens, raindrops, and roses no two junkers are alike nor is their taste in junk fare. Some may be drawn to cozy cottage junk couture, many find comfort in classics with country charm, while others dance under the moonlight to the cool tunes of summertime sophistimication. Rest assured that no matter what your style is, cast-off creations can serve it up your way.
Fab Find at a Bargain Price
Sometimes you just get lucky!
Pretty and Practical
The art of re-purpose is alive and well in Elizabeth's spa bathroom
Uncommon Objects - Austin,Texas
Steve Wiman, proprieter of Uncommon Objects is absolutely brilliant.
Cleaning Vintage Upholstery
Take a look at this review if you have a pension for vintage upholstered furniture.
Marburger Farms Antique Show
I was at the show last spring signing my new book. The fall show is right around the corner so you may want to check it out. Read my review for all the details.
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A Fresh Face in Junk
An interview with Mandie Murphree.
Recent comments
Re: Spool Table
Ah haha isn't it funny when that happens? Like chocolate and peanut butter. The spools look fabulous in the basket. I'm glad you left them that way!
posted: 9:21 pm on January 5thThanks!
Sue
Re: Upcycle your cabinet doors: Part 1
Nice job with these recycled doors. You're one busy girl... way to go!
posted: 9:14 pm on January 5thTake care
Sue
Re: wall art
Hi Starlvr.
posted: 9:12 pm on January 5thThis is adorable. Love your combination and attention to detail. Welcome to JMS. I look forward to seeing more projects from you.
Take care,
Sue
Re: Gentle Heart & Welcome Home
Spectacular! Thanks for sharing your warm holiday story.
posted: 7:08 pm on January 5thTake care
Sue
Re: Scary salvage
Great shelf. I think it's wonderful not a bit scary! It will look wonderful in your bathroom and would love to see a picture of it with the antique linens.
posted: 7:04 pm on January 5thBe Well
Sue
Re: Making cards with..........junk of course!
These are beautiful. I love making cards too. Nice work!
posted: 7:02 pm on January 5thTake care
Sue
Re: SNOWMAN HILL......Hi, I'm the Mom
Hi Mom!
posted: 8:57 am on January 5thThanks so much for giving us a peek at your beautiful and cozy home. I love your junk!
Take care
Sue
Re: Chamber pot
Hi Tuttibelle
posted: 8:55 am on January 5thThis is a very cute chamber pot and I very appropriate as a traveling spa. Nice!
Thanks for sharing
Sue
Re: Small scale architectural salvage
Wonderful idea...I love it!
posted: 8:52 am on January 5thBe Well
Sue
Re: A couple fun winter shelving projects
Junker Midge...you go girl. These are very nice. Keep up the great woek.
posted: 8:51 am on January 5thTake care,
Sue
Re: Fifteen Minute Laundry Room Fix
Thanks Janis and Kim! Kim try building reuse centers like the Habitat for Humanity Re-Stores or salvage yards.
posted: 8:30 pm on January 4thTake care
Sue
Re: GOOD EATS Clock Using Vintage Wood Type
Hi Jenny,
posted: 11:46 pm on January 3rdThis is amazing...one of my all time favs! It will look fabulous in the restaurant or even better in my kitchen. Ha! BTW, it's nice to see your face!
Cottage Rose, welcome to the site. I hope you enjoy it! I'll be looking forward to your projects. Happy junking to you too!
Take care,
Sue
Re: Painted trash to treasures
Hi Junk Painter!
posted: 1:28 pm on January 3rdWelcome to JUNKMARKET Style! These are delightful projects...I love them all. If I had to pick a fav it would be the shutter shelf. I just can't get enough of shutters! I can't wait to see more from you.
Take care,
Sue
Re: Studio Junk
Hi All,
posted: 12:54 pm on January 3rdHappy New Year! I don't know if you've noticed, but we have many new members and many new to the posting adventure. Welcome everyone! We're all glad you are here and hope you will have a great experience at JUNKMARKET Style. For those of you who are new to the site I love to highlight member projects on the home page. I've been doing it on Sundays, but decided I would go back to doing it on a random basis. Fauxwoman is our featured member today. She joined the JMS ranks on January 1st and shared her beautiful studio with all of us. I love what she has done with her space....it's junkingly eclectic and charming. Great job Fauxwoman and thanks so much for sharing. Stay tuned for other member features to come. Everyone on this site is amazingly creative and talented and I am inspired each and every day by all of you. THANKS!
Be Well,
Sue
Re: Ski Lodge Headboard
Crazy clever!!! Love it.
posted: 12:33 pm on January 3rdTake care,
Sue
Re: Dressed up Kitchen Light
Hi ODonna,
posted: 10:50 am on January 3rdVery beautiful. Nothing like a little bling to make a chandelier sparkle. Great idea and welcome to the site! I look forward to seeing more ideas from you.
Be Well,
Sue
Re: Earring hanger
Hey Tuttibelle!
posted: 10:48 am on January 3rdI have a confession...Tuttibelle is what my Dad called me when I was a little girl. Too funny! Love this idea. I'm glad you came up with such a great re-purpose for this hanger and didn't throw it away. Nice work and welcome to JMS!
Take care,
Sue
Re: Tin Ceiling Fixture Lamp & Sign
Love these! Great combination. I too love the peeling bases.
posted: 10:45 am on January 3rdTake Care,
Sue
Re: Mobile Boutique
You go girl! What a inspirational,thoughtful, and kind thing to do. I'm sure all of the residents can't wait to see your bus rolling up th their door. Keep up the good work. Thanks so much and welcome to JMS.
posted: 10:43 am on January 3rdBe Well,
Sue
Re: STRANGE CARGO CONTINUED....
All very cool stuff Strange Cargo. I love them all, but my fav is the chandelier hanging from the spring. I have a thing for springs. I have a box of trampoline springs in the garage and they come in handy all of the time! I'm glad to hear that your daughter is a budding junker. Get 'em started young. Great job!
posted: 10:35 am on January 3rdTake care,
Sue
Re: Downsizing with junk!
Hi Axenia!
posted: 10:30 am on January 3rdAbsolutely beautiful! Isn't downsizing fun? You get to try all sorts of new things. Welcome to JMS. I look forward to seeing more of your posts.
Be Well,
Sue
Re: How to Make a Quiche Pan Frame
Jenny- She is pretty cute, huh? Best part is that she is a very nice kid!
posted: 10:13 am on January 3rdThanks,
Sue
Re: Found objects with a new found purpose
Nice work, DownHomeDIY. I'm with you...Restores are one of my favorite junking haunts and it truly is a win-win situation. Thanks for sharing and giving back to your community.
posted: 1:52 pm on January 2ndBe Well,
Sue
Re: Message Boards
Hi Bluejean,
posted: 1:49 pm on January 2ndThese are amazing! You did an awesome job constructing and adding your own special personality. What I love most about junk is that it is timeless. The first book came out about 5 years ago and the projects are still fresh and you my friend just proved that! Way to go!
Take care,
Sue
Re: Horseshoe Cake Pan Message Center
I call this "coolness" from Candy! This is a great idea that everyone can achieve. Thanks so much...we all need some help getting organized!
posted: 11:22 am on January 2ndTake care,
Sue
Re: New Year...New Challenge Project
Great challenge!Using what you have on hand stimulates creativity and more often than not turns out some fabulous projects. I will look forward to seeing what will be coming from your crafty and thrifty mind.
posted: 10:43 am on January 2ndTake care,
Sue
Re: blueprint wallpaper
Very clever! Love, love, love it!
posted: 10:37 am on January 2ndBe Well,
Sue
Re: A Visit to "Purple Cow", St. Louis, MO
Wow, very cool stuff. I'm with Jenny...I would have come unglued. In a very civilizes junker sort of way that is! I have found some fabulous things in St. Louis that I employed during my remodel. Do you know Harry Henderson? If you haven't seen his stuff look him up. He is a lovely man and has awesome things. Thanks so much for sharing.
posted: 10:34 am on January 2ndAll best,
Sue
Re: Vintage Ceramic Squirrel Pin Cushion
Hello, MissMelis,
posted: 10:30 am on January 2ndGreat find and adorable ideas...love 'em! Georgia has some cool stuff to work with at the store. Welcome to JMS!Have fun on the site and I look forward to seeing more awesome ideas from you.
Take care,
Sue
Re: "WHAT TIME IS IT?"
Janis,
posted: 10:26 am on January 2ndThis is really beautiful. What a wonderful idea, you smart girl. I'll be out junking on Sunday and have my eyes peeled for one of these! Thanks so much.
Take care,
Sue
Re: A New Year's Resolution
Hi Jenny,
posted: 10:23 am on January 2ndGreat quote and truly does set a positive tone for the new year. Beautiful presentation as always. Love the pens and pencils!
All best,
Sue
Re: Canning is for the birds!
She is clever indeed! Those are some lucky birds residing at your home. Thanks so much for sharing this project.
posted: 10:18 am on January 2ndBe well,
Sue
Re: Vintage Fireplace Grate Shelf
Fabulous idea and I too love how you have dressed the shelf. Way to go girl!
posted: 10:16 am on January 2ndTake care,
Sue
Re: Studio Junk
Hi Fauxwoman!
posted: 6:15 pm on January 1stWow, you're studio is awesome! Welcome to the site...please show us more.
Happy New Year!
Sue
Re: My bull skull...transformed
Whoa, I love this...very inventive. I'm always drawn to things that seem at first blush like they shouldn't work together but end up working oh so well. I guess it's that old ah ha factor. This project screams ah ha! Very, very cool. Thanks so much for sharing. I also love Texas and can't wait to get back. I'll be kicking off my next book tour at The Marburger Farms Antiques Show in Round Top on March 31st Whoo hoo!
posted: 4:24 pm on January 1stBe well,
Sue
Re: 60 Days of No Craft Stores Challenge: 1st Project
Good for you for crafting instead of cleaning...Ha! I'm with you on that one. The trees are adorable and love the fact that you were working with what you had. Way to go!
posted: 4:18 pm on January 1stTake care,
Sue
Re: Painted China Cabinet Doors
Hi Missartgurl,
posted: 4:16 pm on January 1stThese doors are absolutely beautiful! Nice work. Welcome to the site. I look forward to seeing more of your projects.
Happy New Year!
Sue
Re: What do you do rusted bottle caps????
Hi Junkin' yaya,
posted: 11:52 am on January 1stThis is absolutely stunning. Love it!
Happy New Year,
Sue
Re: An ugly old vanity light seen in a whole new light
Hi DownHomeDIY,
posted: 11:36 am on January 1stFabulous idea! Simple, clever, and attractive....a winning combination. Welcome to the site. I'm glad you're here and can't wait to see more.
Take care,
Sue
Re: JUNK CHRISTMAS TREE-2008
Hi BJ Mossor,
posted: 11:33 am on January 1stGreat tree...I love the boots underneath too! Welcome to the site. I look forward to seeing more of your projects. Thanks for sharing.
Happy New Year,
Sue
Re: Dominos
AuntiQ18,
posted: 8:36 pm on December 31stVery clever. I love a matching set of junk. I also think Candy share a favorite drinking buddy so I love the coasters too! Thanks for sharing.
Take care,
Sue
Re: Vintage Register Grate Clock
Hi Plumberdaughter!
posted: 2:36 pm on December 31stThis is fantastic...love the idea. Welcome to the site. I look forward to seeing more of your projects.
Take care,
Sue
Re: Heard It Through The Grapevine Table
Not over the top at all. I love it...great craftsmanship once again. Tanks!
posted: 2:34 pm on December 31stTake care,
Sue
Re: A Wish For The New Year...
Hi Kari,
posted: 11:07 am on December 31stThanks for sharing this beautiful vignette and your lovely message of hope for 2009! It is so special to be among friends here at JMS. I wish all a very happy 2009!
Be Well,
Sue
P.S. I see I have found someone else who loves metal stencils as much as I do!
Re: How to Make a Quiche Pan Frame
Hi,
posted: 9:53 am on December 31stThanks ladies! Kari...I think you are on to something. This would make a great Valentine's Day gift. You're moving my brain right to February. Ha!
Thanks again,
Sue
Re: Sewing Machine Drawer Charging Station
Hi Marty29,
posted: 7:48 pm on December 30thWelcome to JUNKMARKET Style! What a great idea...I love things that look nice and are useful at the same time. Kudos!
Take care,
Sue
Re: Handmade purse,and jewelry
Hi Aprilrain!
posted: 7:46 pm on December 30thWelcome to the site...I'm glad you're here. I love the handbag and the necklaces you've made. I must admit that I am a bit of a domino collector so the necklaces really caught my eye. Nice work! Thanks so much for sharing. Have fun on the site!
Be Well,
Sue
Re: Old baby crib bench
Wow, you've been busy! This is a wonderful bench. Nice job!
posted: 1:42 pm on December 30thBe Well,
Sue
Re: Rescued game table
Love this...very sweet!
posted: 1:41 pm on December 30thTake care,
Sue
Re: What can I do with all these?
Wow, now that's a lot of spools. In my new book that comes out at the end of March I actually made one into a very feminine table with a lazy Susan attached to the top. I guess I am a little sentimental about spool tables as one was my first table in my very first apartment. Can't wait to see what you do with yours. From the looks of it you should be busy for quite some time. Ha!
posted: 1:41 pm on December 30thTake care,
Sue
Re: Old door vanities and benches
I love old doors so much I once tried to force one left curbside through my sunroof. Didn't work out so well. Ha! Love what you've done with your chippy treasures!
posted: 1:36 pm on December 30thThanks!
Sue
Re: Old window and shutter cabinet
Very clever! Nice combo of junk. Thanks for sharing this great piece.
posted: 1:33 pm on December 30thBe well,
Sue
Re: Oh, La, La, Vanity!
Oh, la,la indeed. Again, very nice. Thanks for the great pointers!
posted: 1:31 pm on December 30thHappy New Year to you too!
Sue
Re: Marilyn Monroe Mahogany Cabinet/Bar
Hey Pizza Wife,
posted: 1:30 pm on December 30thYou're back... Yeah! This project is awesome. Love your style..bold and beautiful. Way to go!
Take care,
Sue
Re: OLD CHANGING TABLE
Isn't it amazing what a coat of paint can do? Great way to keep re-using!
posted: 10:28 pm on December 29thTake care,
Sue
Re: Fun Little Organization Project
Ahhh, we're thinking alike Jenny. Time to get organized! Love this idea...simple, practical, and pretty. Great way to use some of your faucet handles!
posted: 10:26 pm on December 29thTake care,
Sue
Re: Mirror
Hi Kajunk,
posted: 10:24 pm on December 29thWelcome to the site! Love the mirror, especially the tiles you found in Cancun. The jewel collection is wonderful and the two little ones...Adorable! Thanks so much for sharing.
Take care,
Sue
Re: trophies, trophies, trophies!
Hi 1Retro Gal,
posted: 9:28 pm on December 29thAWESOME find! I love trophies...if I were closer I'd be there in a heart beat. I hope someone on the site can help you out!
Take care,
Sue
Re: Old carousel horse lamp
Wow, I agree...in a dumpster?? Excellent rescue and a great job making it beautiful and functional again. Great job!
posted: 9:26 pm on December 29thTake care,
Sue
Re: Industrial BirdFeeder
Hi All,
posted: 9:25 am on December 29thWelcome to Monday! I decided to run member highlights today instead of yesterday in order to make sure everyone had the opportunity to check out the winner of our dog collar contest. This member feature created by Refinerii is indeed a beauty. What an amazing bird feeder crafted from scrounged materials from the workshop and from nature. Nice work Refinerii! Thanks for sharing.
Take care,
Sue
Re: How to Make an Indoor Window Box
Hi Junkster,
posted: 11:08 am on December 28thI'm so happy you are going to try this! Make sure to post a picture of yours when you are done. Have fun!
Take care,
Sue
Re: Vintage Sled Nightstand
Awesome! Wow, your son is one lucky little guy!
posted: 11:06 am on December 28thHappy New Year!
Sue
Re: WELCOME TO THE WORLD OF STRANGE CARGO....
Hi Strange Cargo,
posted: 11:04 am on December 28thWelcome to JUNKMARKET Style! I love your cargo btw and don't find it a bit strange. Ha! I have always been drawn to old tools and I enjoy the way you have displayed yours. Way to go!
Be Well,
Sue
Re: Who's There?
Hi Bridie,
posted: 11:02 am on December 28thThese are too cute. Love 'em. Great way to re-employ crispy paint brushes.
Thanks for sharing,
Sue
Re: Button Crazy!
Hi Buttonhole08,
posted: 11:01 am on December 28thWelcome to JUNKMARKET Style and hello to you too! We're very happy that you have joined us! Love your button bouquet and can't wait to see more from you. Have a great day!
Take care,
Sue
Re: Create a Special Advent Calendar for Next Christmas
Hi Jenny,
posted: 11:45 am on December 27thI love this. Family heirloom advent calendars are so special and you can tell this one was crafted with great care and love. Enjoy the rest of you hoiday week!
Take care.
Sue
Re: Memory Lamp
Wow, this is ingenious! I love it and you execution is impeccable. Your niece is a very lucky young lady! Thanks so much for sharing this!
posted: 1:06 pm on December 26thTake care,
Sue
Re: Photos of Our Home...
Very pretty. Thanks for giving us a peek!
posted: 10:50 am on December 26thBe well,
Sue
Re: Mary's Swap Meet
Oooo, these images just get a junker's creative mind flowing. Looks like fun! And yes, I admit I am counting the days 'til spring. Welcome to the site fleaman!
posted: 10:49 am on December 26thTake care,
Sue
Re: found this the other day.. anyone know what it is?
I do believe KerriB is correct. Love the patina on this little baby!
posted: 10:46 am on December 26thTake care,
Sue
Re: cool bunch of scroll work pieces..i think for a railing maybe.
Hehehehe! These are great. You have been very busy! Do you have an idea in mind for these?
posted: 10:45 am on December 26thTake care,
Sue
Re: my next project..a floor scrubber spaceship..just a quick mockup.
Can't wait to see it when it's done. Keep us posted!
posted: 10:43 am on December 26thTake care,
Sue
Re: Here is a 6 foot tall robot project made from the best of junk
Very cool. Will he clean the house and make dinner when he is done? I'm voting for the good patina! Nice work.
posted: 10:42 am on December 26thCheers!
Sue
Re: found this vintage coke light up sign at the scrap yard tuesday
Someone tossed this? Wow! I'm glad you rescued it and I asure it will look wonderful in your kitchen. Great find you lucky dog!
posted: 10:39 am on December 26thTake care,
Sue
Re: Indoor Window Box
Hi PJ,
posted: 10:37 am on December 26thThis is terrific! Aren't these contraptions cool? I'm so gad to see others have come across them too. It is too heavy for a suction cup hook (I tried) so I just screwed an eye hok into the casing of the window. Yes, it does leave a hole, but I intend to leave it there and change it up with the seasons. And then of course, there's always putty.
Take care,
Sue
Re: Angels Are Among Us
Hi Guys!
posted: 10:32 am on December 26thMerry Christmas and Happy New Year! I'm so glad you posted on the site. The angels are beautiful and your display is awesome as usual. When's the next sale?
Be well,
Sue
Re: The "S" wall
Hi Simply Shabby,
posted: 10:30 am on December 26thWell you might be able to guess I like your collection of Ss. Ha! Actually I love all letters and I love the way you have displayed yours. I also like the little boys doors. There is no place like home!
Take care,
Sue
P.S. Love the frame!
Re: My very first "junker" project!
Hi Judi,
posted: 10:23 am on December 26thWay to go...great project! I love all of the things you have put together to make on e fabulous piece. Welcome and thanks so much for sharing your idea. Can't wait to see more!
Be well,
Sue
Re: Warmest Wishes from my House to Yours!
Lani,
posted: 5:55 pm on December 24thMerry Christmas to you and your family. Have a wonderful evening and a beautiful Christmas Day!
Take care,
Sue
Re: Merry Christmas to All
Merry Christmas to you and yours!
posted: 3:57 pm on December 24thWarm wishes,
Sue
Re: How to Make an Indoor Window Box
Thanks all! It was a simple and fun project. PJ..I just screwed an eye hook in the casing of the window and hung it from that. White flower...thanks for letting me know what this was originally. I like it even more now!
posted: 1:57 pm on December 24thHappy Holidays to All!
Sue
Re: coffee table scape
Hi Simply Shabby!
posted: 11:11 am on December 23rdThis is simply beautiful. Thanks so much for sharing your idea. Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style...can't wait to see more of your projects.
Have Magical Christmas!
Sue
Re: Cast Off Pedestals
Beautifully elegant! I live the white and green color way.
posted: 12:02 am on December 23rdTake care,
Sue
Re: Pantaloon Christmas Stocking
This is hysterical! I love it.
posted: 12:00 am on December 23rdThanks for the smile,
Sue
Re: MORE ON "DOBY"
You're up to good things again I see! This is adorable!
posted: 11:59 pm on December 22ndBe well,
Sue
Re: Junkyard Dog Collar Contest
Lily the Watch Dog just wants to remind you that the contest is almost over! All pets are off at the stroke of noon on Christmas Eve Day. Make sure to post your project for a chance to win! We have some pretty darn nifty entries so far. It's going to be a difficult decision...we're neck-in-neck down the home stretch. Good luck!
posted: 7:45 pm on December 22ndTake care,
Sue
Re: Industrial BirdFeeder
This is sooo cool. Kudos! I am all over the industrial look. La lalala LOVE it! Thanks for sharing.
posted: 11:00 am on December 22ndHappy Holidays,
Sue
Re: I've got the bug!
Yes, my dear you have bitten by the bug. I love what you have done with you dressers. Way to go! Thanks so much for carrying the junk torch in Hawaii! I think you are the only member from the islands so far, but with what you are doing this is only the beginning! Keep up the good work.
posted: 8:40 am on December 22ndBe well,
Sue
P.S. I had my wedding on your beautiful island at the "Pink Palace". It's an experience I will never forget!
Re: Just "GLITTER" it!!
Hi Janis,
posted: 7:09 am on December 22ndNow this is what I cal glitter in a of its glory! Absotutey beautiful! One question. I've been using a lot of glitter this year...so is it all over your floors and furniture too? Hahaha!
Have a wonderful Christmas!
Sue
Re: Christmas Lamp
Hi Rebel Junker,
posted: 5:39 pm on December 21stWelcome to the site and Merry Christmas to you too! What a wonderful project, it's lovely. I love the combo of the iron base (absent its former attire) and milk glass lamp shade.Nice work...I can't wait to see more.
Be well,
Sue
Re: I'll Take Bottles for $300 Please Alex
Ha, ha, ha...ho,ho,ho...I declare Lani and Candy both Winners, Winners, Chicken Dinners!
posted: 4:49Be Happy,
Sue