CraftingWendy

Orlando, FL, US
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I am a junker, antiquer and crafter who has enjoyed old pieces since age 12, when I gave tours at my hometown historical society. In a hoop skirt! Now, MANY years later, I enjoy primitives, cottage style, chippy paint and anything covered in rust.

Member Since: 09/11/2009

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Love of old silver

Nov 10, 2009
12 comments

I am totally in love with vintage silver pieces. Talk about patina and character. Candlesticks, trays, baby cups, trophies...They are always on my "find" list for flea market and thrift store...

Birdhouse beauties

Oct 29, 2009
5 comments

We love old birdhouses -- especially those with great paint. So for our side yard, we combined an assortment of birdhouses, along with a vintage bird bath we painted red, vintage chairs and a...

In love with old metal

Oct 27, 2009
7 comments

We love the patina and color of old metal objects and have used them to decorate our outside deck. The blue child's chair, "home art project" red bell, wrought iron candlestick...

Junk Style Centerpiece

Oct 25, 2009
7 comments

If only this rusty, green lantern could talk...We picked it up for $2 at the World's Largest Garage Sale. I love the color and patina. I married it with a vintage silver plate serving tray, some...

Recycled Garden -- fence and all

Oct 21, 2009
9 comments

We were trying to figure out a rustic county fence for our cabin -one that didn't look too nachine-made. We found a neighbor selling 8-foot locust wood pieces -- very rustic and very hardynbspin...

Garage Sale Yard Fun

Oct 20, 2009
10 comments

We created a fun yardscape ala garage sales. We found the wheelbarrow, pump and white metal chair at the World's Largest Garage Sale. The toolbox (now holding mums) and the great ceramic frog were...

Window Pane

Oct 13, 2009
11 comments

I'm always looking for fun new ways to display treasures. The window frame, table cloth, flower painting and silver plate were from local garage sales. Silver candelabra wasnbsp...

Junk fall decor

Oct 11, 2009
18 comments

This is my first post and I have been inspired by all the ideas from my fellow junkers. I was looking for a way to decorate our front step for fall but not break the budget. So I went into my...

Re: It's so "cloche'" to Cristmas time!!!!

What a wonderful idea -- especially the memory cloche. Your pieces express special stories you have honored in a beautiful way. Thank you. Wendy

posted: 7:42 am on November 18th

Re: Weight just a minute...there's junk in those paperweights!

I love these. You have an incredible eye. Where many people would have seen only a plain glass orb, you saw a creative junking project! I'm inspired. Thank you and good luck at Scott's. We go to the Atlanta show often and love it.

posted: 8:35 am on November 17th

Re: Floating Vintage Ceiling Tin

I absolutely love this! I am a huge fan of old tin pieces but was never sure how to display them in. Your "dot" approach is perfect -- and has me thinking of other "bare back" frame ideas. Thank you for sharing!

posted: 10:59 am on November 12th

Re: Chalkboard for Mom

I absolutely love your mom's gift. It's creative, useful...a piece of art. You have inspired me to look for unique junk pieces to transform. Thank you so much for sharing your awesome board.

posted: 12:08 pm on November 9th

Re: A Gift for the Music Teacher

This is such a thoughtful, creative and personal gift. I know E's teacher will cherish it forever. Your project inspires me to use unique, junk treasures as gifts this holiday season. Thank you!

posted: 1:27 pm on November 8th

Re: "CHICKEN WIRE FRAMES!"

I love this idea -- talk about a unique holiday gift. Practical, personal, unique and creative. Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful talents.

posted: 9:29 am on November 6th

Re: How to Spruce Up Your Porch

I absolutely love this! Your piece has such creativity, texture and character. Your post has me inspired to look for junk holiday containers that will spruce up my entire house. Charge!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

posted: 10:48 am on November 3rd

Re: Art Axes

Your artwork and creativity are amazing! I never thought of an ax as a painting canvas before! Love your work, and I'm sure your daughter did too!

posted: 12:20 pm on November 2nd

Re: Paris Themed Necklace

What a beautiful, spiritual piece you created. I love vintage pieces and hope you will share even more of your work. It's gorgeous!

posted: 11:32 am on October 30th

Re: Sew many things to do...with old drawers

I love old sewing pieces. And drawers, to this junker, are the ultimate display piece. Great job. I love it. I'll be looking for vintage sewing pieces at thrift stores and garage sales this weekend thanks to your inspiration!

posted: 3:02 pm on October 28th

Re: "Emerging from the JunkYard" and Designing for a Cause

What a wonderful project for a wonderful cause!!!! Your room is so inspirational in so many ways. I love your artwork, work station, colors and total junk creativity. Whoop Whoop X 10!! Great job and thank you for sharing.

posted: 11:33 am on October 28th

Re: Window Pane

Yes, I agree. Husband Doug is a gem. He has a great eye for junk -- and often finds the best treasures by searching flea markets and shows slowly and carefully...while I dash around like a crazy woman. Doug is a deputy sheriff in our hometown, so in addition to junk and antiques, he loves old police memorabilia -- badges, uniform buttons, police signs and patches. Many thanks for the kind comments! Wendy

posted: 8:58 am on October 14th