shabbychick

What a wonderful little footstool! Love your fabric choice.

Kathy

Beautiful work! These are so creative!

Kathy

Great use of that rusty tin! We've got a lot of fans of rust here - this project really is a hit!!!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

P.S. Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!

Very nice - I love all the details. It's a great repurpose of an old door!

Kathy

Another great sweater reuse! Nice job!

Kathy

Great redo, and the fabric looks so comfy!!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a fun and clever project! Ideas can definitely be found everywhere!!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Very nice. I love the metal flowers, and the finish looks nicely aged!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

This is sweet - it's not "overdressed" at all!

Kathy

Very sweet - I love your fabric choice and the rough edges are perfect!

Kathy

Gretchen - I'm a fan of your art too! Your attention to every little detail is what makes each piece so amazing - from the chain to the beads to the sweet bird's nest...you have a wonderful gift!

This is a beautiful piece - and I know whoever bought it loves it and will wear it proudly!

Thanks for sharing and take care my friend!

Kathy

Sue - will try to pop in and chat...hmmmmm....now to come up with a question... :)

Good luck!

Kathy

Amy - simply fabulous! And, an easy project is a great thing to share - very inspiring in its clever simplicity.

And entertainment too! Fun commentary.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Hang in there you guys - the season will be here before we know it, and all that great junk will be filling up our cars, garages, basements, etc...once again (can you tell I'm in training to be a motivational speaker - specializing in assisting my fellow junkers?? ha ha!!!)

I know when I go home, I'm just gonna have to get busy - and work on all the junk I found - so, guess I'll be spending the rest of the winter in my basement!

Take care,

Kathy

Cassie - I'm coming over for the party!!! I love it all - the record holder is very cool - so clever!

Thanks for sharing - you've got such awesome junk style!

Kathy

Jenny - very sweet lamp!! And the video was a bonus!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

I'm happy to be able to share our sunny day at the fleamarket. It's so nice to have a little break from "Snow-Hi-O"!

Kenda - I know what you mean about alligators - shoes and purses sound a lot safer to me too!

Elaine - we're planning on going back next Wednesday (you could sneak out of work...) - just gotta go one more time! We ate at the Havanna Cuban restaurant (it was excellent)!

Mary - I try to pack every nook and cranny - and we've got a small car - so it'll be a challenge! :)

See ya, Kathy

Lani - beautiful, elegant AND an awesome repurpose! You know I love your style - and the soothing "whites" in your home!

The architectural FAMILY sign is very cool!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Marie - I saw this on your blog and loved it! You are one clever junker - and not afraid to get your hands a little dirty in some roadside "treasures"!

I bet this is beautiful in the sunlight - it's sooo cool!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style, ninnarae!

Awesome post - oh so cute - and very clever use of the bingo cage - as well as the other elements in this project.

Can't wait to see what you come up with next!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

I really think Sue's got the corner on the gear mold market...I've not ever found one either...hmmmm - maybe she'll share one in a junk swap??? :)

Anywho Miss Sue.....love your awesome timepiece - lots of great patina and functional too - time to take a bow my dear!! Very well done.

Kathy

Jenny - love what you've done! So clever and what a cool look!

Awesome job!

Kathy

Sue - sweet little project! I love the faux fish on the outside - and such great company for Miss Goldie too!

I know we're going to see some fun spin-offs from this project - very inspiring!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

P.S. I'm still in search of a fish tank...I just know there's one out there somewhere!

Very nice! You created the coolest moss ball! :)

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Yep - you made great use of all of these pieces. I love the trophy base - very clever!

Kathy

What a great table - I love the base - and the top you used goes with it perfectly! Yep - a very nice marriage of two very different elements!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Very cute - I love using Scrabble letters too (I can't pass a box up when I find one!).

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a great piece - the colors, the self-portrait - all put together beautifully! Well done!

Thanks for sharing and have fun junking!

Kathy

Great toppers. The stained glass cross is a great addition.

I have a collection of bottles too - yours look beautiful!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

I love the bottle too...great makeover and we all love BLING!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Great stuff! Looks like some fun project possibilities. And the milk crates are way cool! (JMS is a great "support" site for our "junk" habits!)

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Very clever! I really like the spoons being used as hooks!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Very nice job! I like the use of the vintage lampshade, so very pretty!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a great look! Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

MB - What a great memory - the picture and the story! Looks like.......father like daughter!!!

Thanks for sharing with us!

Kathy

Lani - I love it all! What a great way to serve up the most perfect winter weather drink - you're style is amazing as always!!! AND, what a clever idea to put your temporary signs on with magnets!

We left "Snow-Hio" yesterday - (12 degrees when we left), and made it through NC before the storm (hope all is well, MB...) - doing some southern-style junking now!

Thanks for sharing! Kathy

P.S. I'll have my hot chocolate with marshmallows! :)

Geo, your shop looks amazing, and I LOVE that iron piece - how cool!!!

Great displays - I know your sale will be a HUGE success - you girls really know how to put on a sale!!! :)

Kathy

It's so great to see a new generation of junkers and their spin on repurposing/recycling! Awesome projects - love the mirror with the bottlecaps! Congrats to all! (can we see more???)

And, Amy - your students are so fortunate to have someone as inspiring and creative as you are to guide them! Great job my friend!

Lani/Laurel - I want to take Amy's class too!!! There has to be an online class that we can sign up for???!! :)

Sue - thanks for sharing! (What a fun "job" you have!!!)

Kathy

Jenny - ditto what everybody else has said - another amazing table - love the patina of the old wheel, and it's showcased perfectly under glass!

Great piece of art!

Kathy

WOW! The colors/finish are just aged to vintage perfection!! What an awesome paint job! And what a great draft stopper - it's beautiful!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Hey there Sue!!! I am SOOOO in!!! Can't wait - maybe I'll do a little junk collecting on vacation... :)

Kathy

These are too sweet! Don't ya just love chalkboard paint? You've taken mayonnaise jars to a whole new level.

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Oh you found some great junk! And, I see los of possibilities - can't wait to see what you come up with!

Kathy

Merry January! This is a fabulous piece. Like Jim said, the texture of the plate really adds life to your tree!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

WOW! What a great paint job! Someone is gonna love this cabinet and buy it right away!!

Thanks for sharing the end result!

Kathy

A little scary...yep - but a great piece of art! (The eyes...it's definitely the eyes...).

Kathy

I think your artwork is so unique (not weird at all) - and SO very creative! They're all wonderful, but the "Nestling" is my fav!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

I love what you did with the chest of drawers. And, good call - having the leaves random like that - they do look like they're falling off a tree! This is a wonderful piece!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

This is a treasure! I love all the vintage pieces and parts - well done!

Kathy

Great idea - and such a colorful display too. Nicely done!

Kathy

Oh, this is very cute! A great way to display your new year's goal!

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style - If one of your new year's goals was to find some junk inspiration - you came to the right place!! :)

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Rob - Great save/reuse - what a creative guy you are! And, the shade does look kinda cool!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!

What a perfect way to put some tile pieces to work - and to personalize them too! Very nice.

Thanks for sharing - hope you enjoy the site!

Kathy

Organizing...do you make housecalls??? :) Your organizational skills are so clever and pretty too! I love the "spice box"/recipe holder AND the metal planter thing-a-ma-jig!.

The "exercise bug" hasn't hit me yet - the "organizing bug" looks like so much more fun, doesn't it?? :)

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Gretchen - what a wonderful new life you gave to your clock! The picture is so sweet, and you added just the right touch of "bling" too! :)

I've got some empty clock cases that are waiting for new lives too - thanks for sharing AND the inspiration!

Take care my friend!

Kathy

Way to go Mom!!! It looks asolutely fab with your urn and bird! Very tweet...I mean sweet! ;)

Kathy

So pretty in pink! Love the new life you've given it!!

Kathy

Another creative transformation! It's so sweet!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Lisa - what a great save, an awesome transformation - and what a sweet life it has in a little girl's room! Very nice!!!

Glad you found us - there's lots of fun and inspiration to be found - and it's a great junk home for sure!! :)

Welcome!!

Kathy

I love how you've done your wreath - there's some great junk there - especially that beautiful green gear (can a gear be beautiful??? yep - to us anyway!!).

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a fun display piece! (and a cute pic too!!)

Kathy

I remember the tv trays too! Ha ha - this is an ingenious repurpose!

Kathy

Angie - so clever! Love your apothecary jar and your display!!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

WOW! You did a beautiful job on your window - it'll look wonderful in the great outdoors (please share a pic when you hang it!).

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Very nice job on your cabinets, and what a nice pop of color!

Kathy

Melissa - S-A-W-E-E-T!! You've put together two perfectly chippy wonderful pieces, and now you've got some serious junk envy going on here. You could sell a couple dozen of those I'm sure!! :)

Thanks for sharing your junk with us!! :)

Kathy

You've got a fun start to your hanger collection - and the fact that they're functional too...is a bonus! The little bird clothespins are super sweet.

Kathy

Great slipcovers! They have a lot of junk elegance!!

Kathy

Great finds - and you've come up with some clever and simple repurposing ideas! (And, it's so cool when even "upside down" works!!)

Kathy

Wow! I love them all. What a wonderful mix of materials! "Bent" is a cutie - with great "hair"! :)

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style - I'm looking forward to more of your creations!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Cute planter - the corks are a sweet addition!

Kathy

What a cute use for a piano stool!!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a nice display you created. I bet there are LOTS of button fans here! (I'm definitely one).

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a great use for some bits and pieces, and the suitcase pocket is very cool!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Very cute button bouquets. I'm getting ready to make some for an art show - they are a lot of fun to do. (and, you're right - they are addicting!)

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Very cute! Your african violets look right at home!

Kathy

What a great Valentine's display. I LOVE the light fixture/candle marriage - they DO go perfectly together.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Beautiful collage! I love all the bling!

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style - hope you have lots of fun here!

Kathy

Clever re-purpose! And, love the color too!

Kathy

Another Buckeye fan checking in - but LOVE what you did with this piece! Very clever design!

LuAnn - When I saw this, I knew you'd love it! :)

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Kenda - sweet find!!! Your rustic cloche is awesome - and is multi-purpose! Very cool! (Don't ya just love thrift stores??? I think I could shop every day!)

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

I love how you filled in your lamp too! The seaglass is beautiful. I'll be hitting the beach soon, and will be scouring for some glass!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

WOW (again) - you can never have too many WOW's!!! You did a beautiful job on your cabinet.

I'm a paint girl too - can't wait to see how you finish it!!

Kathy

What a great transformation - white paint is truly magic! :)

It's the perfect way to display your little dolls!

Kathy

Your serving piece is beautiful, and perfectly topped with a little bird! Very nice.

Makingithappen - I use Gorilla Glue epoxy (two-part) for my glass projects, and love how it holds (and sets up quickly too).

Kathy

I love your clever hurricane shades! What a great idea - with so many possibilities... I'm helping with a wedding in the fall...gonna keep this in mind!

Thanks for sharing and welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!

Kathy

Sue - love your simple floral Monday creation! (It still works for Tuesday too!!).

And, like Marie said - it does have a tailored look - it's just classic junk design! Love it!

Kathy

Lani - I LOVE IRONSTONE TOO! And your collection has lots of "character" - the more aged...the better. The pot/decanter with the yellowed flowers is absolutely amazing! I have quite a little collection too - and my favorite pieces are the chippiest and "craze-iest".

You're right that the more discolored pieces are usually very affordable.

Janis - sounds like we need to start a little collection for you! :)

Kathy

Thanks for your comments ladies! Us junkers just love our "free" junk, don't we??

Midge - I'll be on vacation soon, and will be scouring around for some fun stuff - and I'll definitely keep you guys posted!! :) Junking never takes a vacation!!!! :) LOL

snowyowl - I LOVE ciywide sales too - there's so much great stuff out there (is it spring yet???).

Take care, Kathy

MB - what a wonderful lamp! Really well thought out and put together!

Kathy

Sue - What a great frame holder! A+++ my friend!

I know exactly what you're talking about - being an empty nester for a few years now - but, E will be back (and if she's like my daughter...she'll bring her laundry too!) ha ha!

Take care, Kathy

What a sweet,chic room you've created for your daughters!! I love all the furniture pieces and how you've painted them. Very clever using the garden fence for the bedrail!!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

So cute (the tin AND the girls)! And ya gotta love a sale!! Lucky you.

Kathy

You've got a great eye for using junk with style! Wonderful photos.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Cassie - great job on the transformation! What a great party piece. I bet it sold right away!

Kathy

P.S. Laurel - I'd like to go to JunkFest too! :)

Wonderful dresser makeovers - love the open shelves you created!!!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

I love the "after" that you created, and I bet your bff did too!

Great redo and so thoughtful too!

Kathy

OK - Miss Midge - you did a wonderful job, and cutting your own glass too??? You are a brave one (I haven't tried that yet.)

Love your Lani-inspired table and the display!

Great job!!!!!

Kathy

OK - my first thought is...I don't think anyone here is going to say you have too much stuff or too many suitcases - ha ha!!! (We're just like that around here!!) :)

Second - WOW! You have an amazing collection, and you've put them all to work so efficiently - so that's a perfect combination!!

I love the white ones. Thanks for sharing your collection!!!

Kathy

And the award goes to................You, Miss Jenny!!!

You've taken old, forgotten (and usually packed away in a box in the basement) trophies to a whole new level. These are simply amazing and have such a classic look.

The domes/cloches show them off perfectly, and the bases you've created are so cool! (I love the cast iron cake decorating turntable!!!)

Congrats on your "award" - and I think I hear a round of applause.... :)

Kathy

Beautiful chair. Like Alice said - you should sell them -people would love them - and you'd have room for more!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Your chair is so much fun! You've got an awesome painting talent. Thanks for sharing.

(Gingerpeach - welcome to JMS - looking forward to your posts!)

Kathy

What an original idea for pressboard tabletops! Great job!

Kathy

Great repurpose! Old victrolas are so cool.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Welcome to JMS. Your shutter hall tree is awesome, and the addiition of a light was very clever - and so functional!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Alice - this is super sweet. And the foiling was such a clever idea!!! Way to go!

Kathy

Great BINGO board - what a cool find! I saw letters like those tonite when I was out shopping...wish I would have gotten some.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Yummy - definitely good enough to eat! Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style! Love your coffee table - the patina/finish on the canoe seat is great and it works well with the base.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Marie - she's simply heavenly and oh so cute!

Kathy

Marie - thrifty purchase and great repurpose - and so perfectly displayed!

Love it!

Kathy

So cute and clever!

Kathy

Again, welcome to JMS! Great hall tree - thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style! Great first post - and can't wait to see more! Your benches are so well done - love the last green one the best!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Janis...I love what you've done with your fish tank. so elegant and glitzy (and you don't have to change the water...bonus!!) Love your pics!

Your style always inspires me! I've been searching for a fish tank since I saw Lani's too...I know there's one out there somewhere!

Take care,

Kathy

Great drawer and much too cute to be tossed away. I'll be in line for the meeting - anybody pick a location yet?? (By the way Laurel - good call!!!)

Thanks for sharing and you know you can always get support from us! :)

Kathy

First, congrats on the new grandbaby-to-be! Second - amazing decorations. I love the baby planters, and how you've displayed it all.

I'm sure there were lots of oooohs and aaaahs when people walked in! Love it all!

Kathy

What a fun idea for a wreath. Great job!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

This was definitely meant to be! What a clever photo display - with such thoughtful details.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Marie - I see there's another very talented person in your household - what great pieces your son created (even if he didn't like them so much) - good call saving them and displaying them so proudly!

I love the vintage colors of the croquet balls - what a nice addition. I've got some of those too - may have to dust them off and brighten things up a bit!

Have a great day!

Kathy

Thanks again - I know the next time we're traveling, I'm gonna leave some things at home (who really needs a blow dryer, an extra outfit or shoes???)...so I can save a "little more" room for important things that might show up along the way...ya just never know!!

Jenny - I'll definitely get a pic next time! :) (I just won't include my husband standing there shaking his head - it'll be me smiling with my newest junk find and "fitting it in"!! ha ha)

Kathy

Thanks everybody! I REALLY hated leaving the base of this piece (Kenda...yep, I thought about it all the way home and it was a sick feeling...and Marie...if we had a luggage rack, I would have tried...ha ha). I knew you'd all understand - and appreciate all the ideas (for "next time" - and you know there will be a nex time - that's why we love this junking life so much!!).........

So, at least I was able to save the mirrored piece - and give it a happy home sweet home! :)

Best wishes and great junking all!!!

Kathy

Jenny, these little "guys" are too sweet! What character and simplicity...perfect combination.

Thanks for sharing,

Kathy

Candy, my friend, you're back in great junk style!!! Your bottle capper candle holder is way cool! You've got great vision for repurposing and you're oh so inspiring to all of us!

Thanks for sharing - so good to see ya!

Kathy

Laurel,

CONGRATULATIONS! You've been an important part of the JMS family, with as Jim said "your inspiring chipping charm"... I love your style and creative ideas as well.

This project is so cute - family pics and bits and pieces of junk (that can be changed out too) - how cool!! Love it!

Happy New Year...wishing you lots of great junk!

Kathy

Welcome to Junkmarket Style! Your bedside table is heavenly! I love the mirror that you put beneath the glass - gives it depth (and another place to decorate...gotta love that!). Very clever and well done!

Thanks for sharing and can't wait to see more of your projects!

Kathy

Jenny - Yep - I agree - awesome table - and the patina is very cool!

I think these great pieces were meant to be together and will live happily ever after!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Awesome find - I vote for the cloche base too!

Kathy

Aw - she's too cute! Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Midge - my friend...amazing repurpose of this piece - you must have had a million things going around in your head! What an awesome find!

Love this - very junkmarket style!!!!

Kathy

P.S. How did I miss this??? Ha ha - oh well - I found it...I love it...and you're just amazing! Love all your posts!

Another great project! I love how you transformed the door - and a chalkboard is so useful!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Your rug is too pretty to walk on....hmmm...wouldn't it look great hanging on the wall too? :) What an awesome look you've created!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Great use of an old drawer - and a perfect way to display some memories!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Wow - your chandelier is a show stopper! Love the pink and black!

Kathy

I agree with Lezlee - great update!

Kathy

Oh - I love the "after"! You gave it a whole new life and so much fun!!!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style - glad you're here to share in the fun - and it looks like you had BIG fun with this redo!

Great job, and how cool that the room can be used in the winter - it looks so cozy!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

P.S. Isn't it fun to dig in other people's junk???

Simply sweet - I love old tarnished silver "junk" too! Great find and the perfect embellishment!

Love it!

Marie - how cool is that? So great your friend shares her junk pile with you - and this one is a treasure for sure! You've displayed it so nicely too - you and your mitered joints (I haven't attempted that yet...) - way to go!!

Great job!

Kathy

What a wonderful gift you created for your father, and special memories for you!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a great lamp - what a lucky lady to get something so wonderful custom made for her. I bet she LOVED it!

Another fun piece AND so creative.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Alice - such a busy girl - love your new/old piano front! A work of art - great color, words, etc.!!! You're inspiring me to get busy on my "first" of the year!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

P.S. I'm still putting Christmas away (it has a way of taking over - ha ha!)

Again...I'm posting REALLY late...hoping I get caught up soon.

Thanks for your nice comments - this is one of my favorite things to do - play in my conservatory's "little world"!

Now - what shall I put in there next???

Happy New Year all!

Kathy

Jim - thanks so much for your kind words - (I'm late on this post...but "time" keeps getting away from me!). This is probably my personal favorite post AND junk find of mine for 2009 too. Believe it or not...we're still going through all of this stuff!

I just love this junking community - so much fun, creativity, inspiration and support in one place - what a blessing for all of us junking types!! :)

I'm looking forward to what 2010 will bring for all of us at JMS (lots of great junk I'm sure)! I've got a couple new posts in mind as I get ready for a junking trip or two in the next couple months...

Thanks again!

Kathy

Krista - This is so sweet! And just love Mr. Pickles!

Happy New Year to you!

Kathy

Great job on your tv stand. The shelf is really well done - what a great look! I have an old sewing machine that I use for my tv too. The bases have such character - and should be on display - love it!!!

Kathy

Jim - your table is amazing!! Very industrial, cool - and love the patina!!

Like Marie said...we do consider you the "Junkmaster" and really look forward to your projects!

And...just wondering what's for dinner... :)

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

OK...where was I in August, Alice?? I missed this AND your smiling face! :)

How cool that you were able to save some beautiful architecture - and put it to such good use. Architectural stuff is the best, and cloches...2nd best! Great display my friend!!

I want to "ditto" comments made by others...you're inspiring in your posts - and comments to others, and it IS a happy thing to come here and see your smiling face! Keep on junking (and be sure to keep your hubby and his pocket knife close by - y'all make a great team!!).

Hugs, Kathy

I missed this one too...thanks for highlighting it Janis!

Kenda - this is a wonderful transformation - great color, and good job with the Mod Podge (I love it too!).

Thanks for sharing and being a part of our junky little world! :)

Kathy

Your backsplash is wonderful - so colorful and clever! Your kitchen must be a fun place to spend time! :)

Kathy

Great save and very clever reuse!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

How fun - and it reminds me of spring (thanks!!!).

Kathy

Wow! I love this - it's just beautiful! I'm going to have to try this too. (Can't wait to see what you come up with Alice!!) :)

Kathy

I'm a HUGE fan of the Wizard of Oz, and you've done it creative justice with this one!!! Love it, and the cup with the poppies are the perfect touch.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Another fun lamp! Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a "simply" sweet seaglass light you made! Love the colors.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style! Your lamp is wonderful - so clever and fun!

Thanks for sharing. Kathy

What a sweet cabinet! Thanks for sharing and welcome to JunkMarket Style!

Kathy

Good luck at your antique mall! Looking forward to seeing your projects!

Kathy

Lani - I agree...great choice!

I love the cloche with the lamp base - very rusty cool!

Merry Christmas, Andrea!!

Kathy

Christmas is beautiful in blue too! Thanks for sharing.

Merry Christmas!

Kathy

P.S. Sue - glad to "see" ya!

Just beautiful, Jim!! Thanks for sharing,

Happy Christmas and Merry New Year to you! :)

Kathy

What a great collection! Merry Christmas to you!!

Kathy

Thanks all for visiting my shabby pink room! (and, you're right Kenda...we're both a little that way!) :)

Laurel - I bet your little "sisters" to mine are just as cute as can be! Such sweet little faces!

I'll be redecorating the room a bit after the New Year...so will keep you "posted"!!

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!!!

Kathy

This is so sweet, I'm sure your sister will love it!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Oh, you're right - it's time to relax and enjoy! I love your "attribute" ornaments. What a great tradition you've created with those. And, your mantle looks fantastic softly lit with the glow of milk glass.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas too!

Kathy

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style - great job on your bench.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

This is a wonderful post - so cozy - and ready for a girls' night! I love spending time with my girlfriends too, and I just had a get-together a couple weeks ago at my house - and used a little junk too! :) It's always too much fun!!!

Love the little metal stand and the chalkboard name tags! Amy, I love your junk style - and am so glad I got to meet you - and see all your wonderful junk on display at Oronoco this past summer...and can't forget dinner at the campsite (and the dear Pfarkel sisters!!). Ahhh...now I'm thinking about summer...

Merry Christmas to you!!

Kathy

Oh these roses are beautiful - what a clever idea! We found some piano rolls this past summer, so may have to try this.

Guess I missed out on that challenge...oh well - I'm sure there will be more to come! :)

Thanks for sharing, Whiteflower!

Kathy

Laurel - your stocking hanger aka iron bed frame is a great idea! It looks like you're making the best of a construction zone - great job!!!

Merry Christmas!

Kathy

P.S. I love kids' artwork too (I saved a lot of my daughter's and usually decorate a little tree with her treasures!)

Looks like you found a fabulous "treasure chest"!! It is amazing what people throw out - and fortunately we're there to pick it up!!! :)

Have fun!

Kathy

Very charming little snow/doormen, Marie! What a great use for pavers - and if they're used outside, they're definitely not going to be blown over by the wind!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Marie - these are super sweet. What a clever idea!

Kathy

I love it all too! And your shopping cart (I want that!!!) haha! I was out shopping with a friend last week, and we passed by an antique store with an old shopping cart in the window (very similar to yours - and I wanted it on the spot...), but when I looked a little closer...it had a "sold" tag on it! Some lucky shopper beat me to it - oh well - there's always tomorrow! :)

You've got a great collection - thanks for sharing it with us!

Merry Christmas,

Kathy

You've put together a perfect combination - BIG letters and gears! What a great look!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Your Santas are all wonderful - you are so talented!!! My favorites are the wood snag pieces!

Merry Christmas!

Kathy

Your displays are so festive! I love the framed piece with the trumpet - it's really fabulous! It looks like you're having fun!!

Merry Christmas,

Kathy

Your mashers are sooooo cute! The snowman with his faded little hat is my fav!!

Merry Christmas,

Kathy

What a blessing for you and your family - AND the best reason to celebrate any time of the year - but extra special at Christmastime!!

You've created a fun container out of the drummer's hat - very clever indeed!!

Thanks for sharing your joy and creativity with us!

Merry Christmas!

Kathy

Old shutters are just the best thing to decorate with! Yours looks great.

Thanks for sharing and Merry Christmas!

Kathy

Your display is so very creative! An octopus trap (who would have thunk???), AND a french fry slicer, AND your cute little vintage elves - a perfect recipe for some great holiday junk design!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

You've got lots of treasures! The birdhouse is very cool, and I LOVE the old register grate.

Thanks for sharing you home with us!

Kathy

What a beautifully shabby shutter! Love it!

Kathy

Marie - what a great find (so glad your son is looking out for ya!!!). And it's a four season piece too - what a bonus!!

Kathy

Louise - Your junk treasures have been dusted perfectly by your Iowa snow! I love the rusty mailbox!!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

OK - I just made pumpkin rolls...will that do for dessert, after we've all helped you with your junk??? :) (Aren't junkers a generous group???)

It all looks wonderful - and should keep you pretty busy for a while! Lucky you!!

Kathy

Your jewelry is wonderful - all the bits and pieces came together beautifully!!!

And Geo...we may have to draw straws for #4!!!! :)

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Lezlee - What a great centerpiece you created (the canning basket is so cool). And your etch-a-sketch magic is beyond words!! :)

You're so right - what an awesome place we've got here, and it's so easy to feel like we belong - we've all got so much in common! JUNKMARKET Style has managed to "collect" quite a group of like-minded junkers...(thanks Sue!). And, you know what collections do??? They keep growing - so 2010 is gonna be a blast!!

Merry Christmas to you!!

Kathy

I love it all too! The white displays are my favorite, but then (like Midge said), along come the colorful toy displays, etc...it's all fabulous. I really like your holiday decorating style!!!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

WOW - a fellow Christmas ornament hoarder - ha ha (and I mean that in a good way)!!! You've done a great job displaying all of them (I still have boxes of them in the basement I didn't even get out...).

Thanks for sharing your displays!

Kathy

Cyndi - I love this one too - I'm sure you'll be able to find something...us junkers are usually pretty patient when it comes to finding just the right thing...(it's always out there - somewhere!).

Kathy

These are great - and your beach theme is one of my favorites!! (reminds me of warmer weather!!!)

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

These are so cute! You've put them to a great new and clever use!!

Kathy

Cyndi,

What a great fountain you and your handy hubby created!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

This is so cute! And, I love Alice's little winter wonderland!!!

Kathy

OK...mini-Midge has to be my fav!!! I'm loving all your angels though!

Kathy

AND...Just want to let you know - I'm so glad you're a part of JMS!!!

Midge - she's just heavenly!! And, you're right - depending on what you use for her pieces and parts - they have their own personality!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Looks like you're having fun! I love the purse idea too! Very sweet!

Kathy

Great shutters - and snow to finish off the look! How perfect!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Very cute!!! And they look so happy to have found a home!!

Merry Christmas.

Kathy

It's all just wonderful, I love the bottles/glass with the lights - you've created a beautiful mantle for the holiday!

Merry Christmas!!!

Kathy

What great holiday displays. I love your Santas (I have a few of those too...)!

Kathy

This is amazing, and your dad will love it! Made from things he loves, and by someone he loves - it's really special!

Thanks so much for sharing this with us!

Kathy

Lezlee - What a great post... It's all so creative - and perfect for a classroom. The shutter organizer/blackboard is very cool, and I love the CDs hanging over the desk too!

Your "babies" are so fortunate to have you! Take care and have a wonderful Christmas!!

Kathy

(P.S. It's so great when a project can have a part-time job too...haha!)

Midge - you amaze me! This one made me smile - your description of how you were inspired, and then the result...I LOVE IT!

I bet your home is just the sweetest little piece of "junk" Disneyland ever!!! (and fyi, visiting your "Disneyland" is on my "to do" list)

Merry Christmas,

Kathy

(And, like Kenda said...the cat food can makes perfect sense!!) :)

These are simply divine...really - what a wonderful collection - and they make such an impact displayed all together!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

I have a lot of "old junk" too - ha ha!! I love all your displays - especially the suitcase - and hanging the quilt on a ladder as a welcome is a fun idea!

There are so many ideas popping up here this season - I'm almost ready to do my Christmas decorating (again) - nah - not enough time though...but I'm definitely tempted!!

Kathy

I love your doll tree...all the tiny vintage pieces are amazing and so well put together! I love what you did with your clearance tree! It's beyond cute.....!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Mary - welcome to the world of JUNKMARKET Style - and so glad you posted this repurpose for us!

I love this idea, and the age/history of the tree stand just adds so much to the look. I'm sure it brings back happy memories for your hubby!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style! You've created such a beautiful display (and for a bargain price too - that's always a bonus!).

It's very festive and woodsy - nice job!!

Kathy

This is such a simple, elegant display. I love pearls, and also ironstone. What a great idea to just string up the random beads...!

Kathy

Your wreath is so sweet. Bits and pieces of junk make the best projects, don't they??

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Oh.....child-sized skis - what a great find! They look adorable in your display, and I so love the brush trees too.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Your barn stars are super cute! (I'd have to have band-aids nearby...but I might just have to give it a try!).

Welcome to Junkmarket Style and looking forward to more of your posts!

Kathy

P.S. I like the idea of doing the whole tree up "Coke" style, and sending a pic to the company too! :)

I just love every little bit of it, but that fertilizer blower is fabulous! It looks like a Merry Christmas at your house!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Isn't inspiration a wonderful thing??? And so are your candlesticks! What a perfectly perfect thing to do with wooden candlesticks!!

Welcome to Junkmarket Style!!

Kathy

Miss Sue...First, I know you're having a wonderful time...how could you not, right??

Second, I appreciate all you do to keep everything going at JMS...lots to do "behind the scenes"! Also, the members here are the best - the most generous, creative, and fun group of people - and I'm proud to be a part of it all!!!

I'm so excited to see what 2010 brings for JMS, and I'm sure we'll be greeting even more new members than ever!!

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year my friend, and enjoy your well-deserved rest (and lots of warm sunshine...a little jealous up here in Ohio...)!

See you next year!

Kathy

P.S. And, I love that money changer - too much fun to decorate with (gailmarie...we'll have to be on the look-out!!) AND - The wedding sipper is a fabulous idea!

Knock knock...who's there??? Christmas Cheer - and you've got a great "handle" on it with all that hardware!!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Oh...you're a lucky little junker - and looks like Santa left you a few of all looks great!

Hoping he leaves all of us lots of great junk!!!

Merry Christmas to you!!

Kathy

Very pretty - welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!

Kathy

Kenda - I love a PINK Christmas too! That Santa was probably screaming your name when you saw it (I'm sure I'm right...I hear those voices too... ;).

What a fun space (and you get to work there too??? Ha ha!!).

Thanks for sharing your Diva Christmas with us!

Kathy

I love ornaments in a jar too! All the color is spectacular!

Kathy

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style - so glad you're posting with us! Your display really looks like the "wintery great outdoors", and will be very welcoming for the holidays!

kathy

Laurel,

This is so welcoming and I love the colors! That's such a perfect use for a lamp base.

Kathy

Karin - You made the best save ever - the chest AND the dishes. Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Your cabinet looks great in its new color! And the storage below is great - and so much prettier than drawers!

Kathy

I love this display too. The vintage deer aren't creepy at all - and after a sprinkling of glitter they'll be fabulous!!

I love using show "leftovers" around the house too... That's part of the fun.

Take care,

Kathy

What a great display - I love windows too (and the glove mold is fun).

My friend and I set up at the Springfield Extravaganza too! Maybe we can meet - Candy (junksophisticate) will be there this spring too.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

This looks like a happy place!!! I love all the color, and that teapot is amazing!!! And, what a great cabinet for display.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Abigail - what a sweet project, and so glad it made some $$$ for your charity! Time to go collecting cups/saucers!

Looking forward to more of your posts.

Kathy

Midge - you're amazing!! You got this one "just right" (sometimes a little "practice" makes perfect" ha ha! - and, we've all done that!).

I have one of those in my basement - going to put it on my "to do" list for after New Years! Thanks for the inspiration.

Kathy

Another great project - and so simple too! You've created a beautiful wall hanging!

Kathy

P.S. I don't throw away much either... ;)

You've filled the space perfectly with your "architecture"! And the clock looks awesome there as well!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Karin - welcome to JUNKMARKET Style! I love your framed artwork - great save and very cool look!

Kathy

Alice, I'm just now playing catch up with all the posts... You were so sweet to think of me and my quest for an old fish tank! :)

I love your cloche displays - the peace angel is really special!

And, also want to wish you a belated happy, happy birthday!! Hope you got all the junk you wanted (since you probably need a little more, right???)

Hugs, Kathy

Andrea - this is the coolest door ever. I love the etching and of course the chippiness is simply divine!

Great save and Merry Christmas to you and the junkfest girls!!

Kathy

Very sweet and - oh so simple display!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Great job - I love that bucket too!!! You've created a great Christmas display - and I have a pair of those skates too. I put mine in a wreath on my front porch. Aren't they just very rusty cool??

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Janis - these trays are so beautiful and so YOU!! You are the queen of silver!!!

Merry Christmas!!

Kathy

Very cool - all of it!!! Like Alice said...

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

P.S. And...I see the great State of Ohio represented too!! :)

Great displays! And, I love the pics being used for gift tags - great idea!

You're making great use of what you've collected.

Kathy

I LOVE IT! Your picture made me do a double-take - ha ha! Your grandkids will LOVE it too!

Kathy

You've done it again - and using the hose reel in your display is just too cool! And, what a cute pic of your hubby too!

Kathy

Very nice! I love your sweater handiwork!!

Kathy

I love your felted purse! What a great repurpose for an old sweater. I really need to try that...

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a great tree! It's definitely a show stopper!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Lani - this is just TOO clever...the lightbulbs look great, and the marshmallows are too "sweet"! I love what you did with all of it - and it DOES look wonderful in your kitchen!

Thanks for sharing your "oops" with us!

Kathy

Thanks again! I really appreciate your comments and mutual love for all this "stuff"! :) It's too much fun!

Cyndi - I don't know if the unloader is a miniature - I'm not a farm girl either :) - but I sure do love this little hunk of rust! haha.

Merry Christmas, Kathy

Thanks everybody! I love the pink in this room too - and silver and pink - a perfect combination! The tree is fun, and just an inspiring little corner of the room. My girlfriends love it too!

It is definitely a bit girlie (tiny flowers on the wall), but when we moved into our home, this room had been the daughter's room, and it worked SO well for me - I didn't want to change it. Just added a new border (it had been little bunnies).

Sharon - Go Buckeyes...Rose Bowl bound!! :)

Cocalotta - thanks for your nice comments too!

Merry Christmas!

Kathy

FYI - I got the pink tree at Hobby Lobby...

Jim...you light up our lives...with all your awesome vintage creations!! Your tree is unbelievable - from the pennants (they are "over the top" cool!!), to the pedal car (my hubby would love that...), to the glass insulator to top it all off (clever idea my friend!!).

Where did you find all those pennants??? Everybody is going to want some!!! (Santa??? Are you there???)

Have the merriest Christmas!!

Kathy

Kimberly,

Who doesn't LOVE Santa Claus??? And you've "captured" this one in such a fun way! What a great project for kids (definitely with adult supervision, right??). You've given us great instructions on the "how to" of this project. And, the possibilities for different "subjects" is endless...snowmen, angels, birds, cartoon characters, super heros - (and speaking of super heroes (in our junk world) how about a mini-Sue with a piece of junk in one hand, and Gorilla Glue in the other)... Thought I'd get a laugh from Miss Sue!!! :)

So, in the spirit of the holiday and winter season - I've chosen this as my FAVORITE project by my friend Kimberly!

During our trip to "Minnesnowta" this past summer, Candy and I had the pleasure of meeting some of our JMS contributors and members, and we got to spend some time (not enough though...right Kimberly??) with Kimberly. She and her mother-in-law graciously hosted us on their boat one evening - where we shared lots of laughs, a sunset and a wonderful lakeside dinner. In addition to helping to entertain us, she was also having a garage sale the same weekend - which we of course had to visit and shop a bit! (And, yes...there was some awesome "junk" there!)

It was so much fun getting to know Kimberly and the Minnesota gang... It's a great memory, and a reminder...we have to plan for next year!!!

Looking forward to more of your clever projects - and your great junk style in 2010!

Happy Holidays, Merry Christmas & Happy New Year my friend!

Kathy

Janis - Your trees deserve a trophy!! First place my dear!!!!

These are just divine!!! And, I'd love two or three...or four! :)

Thanks for sharing (and hoping you'll share your "recipe" for bleaching trees too).

Merry Christmas!

Kathy

Thanks ladies - for all your comments and holiday wishes!

Pulling out my Christmas stuff is always interesting (and a little scary)........somehow my collection grows a little each year (not sure how I do that - must be little elves out shopping and leaving things for me I guess - ha ha!)...

Anyway - I think that little hay unloader will have many happy holidays (and seasons) in its future. And the rusty clock case - too much fun.

Oh, and by the way, the next thing up for auction will be my trusty, rusty test tube holder (sorry, just kidding). It's another great piece with lots of possibilities (this purchase was inspired by my junking friend Candy). And, Alice...your offer is very tempting! :)

Kenda - thanks! I've gotten behind in my reading, but looking forward to catching up in the next day or so.

Take care, Kathy

I LOVE THESE - and would definitely find a use forthem year-round!! (Another thing to add to my "shopping list"!)

Thanks Sue!!!

Kathy

Janis - I love glitter too! You've done a beautiful job with your thrifty finds - they look priceless!!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Laurel - how sweet! I LOVE your angel - I'm sure your gifts will bring a lot of JOY! Thanks for sharing with us!

Kathy

Sue - love this one!! And, now I've got to try Armour Etch...looks like big fun! :) And, a little goof??? - you're right it's only junk - we just try, try again...!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Sue - I love your kissing bulb AND your sense of humor! It is such a beautiful project - and you're just so darned clever!!

Kathy

Lani - I love your artsy architecture! Very chic - nice job my friend!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Marybeth - I love the guest book - it's too sweet! And the "ornament holder" is awesome.

Very nice vignettes - thanks for sharing!

Kathy

So clever - What a great project... I want to cut metal too - what kind of tool do you use??

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Awesome wreath/grate, Andrea! I love your style and your fabulous holiday decorations!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Very nice piece of artwork. I loved how you used the map for the background.

Good luck with your centerpiece - Hope you share the finished project!

Kathy

Great little Charlie Brown tree! I bet it will bring out the Christmas spirit in your friend!

Kathy

Great curbside find! Congrats on your find and your bravery in traffic, above and beyond the call of your junking duty!! :)

I'm sure it'll be loved for a long time to come!

Thanks for sharing,

Kathy

Great reuse! Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a great collection - I love the ladle bouquet too! The inspiration just never ends around here...so much talent, and so many generous junkers - sharing their great ideas!!

So, thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Love your display! The parts cabinet/bird condo - is very cool!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Very nice Christmas displays. I love the stacked crates and the treasures you've filled them with!

Your little elf is super cute!

Thanks for sharing,

Kathy

Rachel,

I love the sock monkey too - but the rocking horse is super sweet!

Hope you're having a great holiday season...Merry Christmas my junking friend!

Kathy

Love the geat architectural junk on your wreath...well done!

Kathy

This is so much fun - and I LOVE that cart!

Great ideas and love the newspaper wrap!

Kathy

Thanks again for all your comments! I know these clocks are way too much fun!

Sue...we still have the cabinet - and your name could be on it.... ;)

Joanne - hope you make it to Ohio one of these days - there's lots of great junk to be found!

Candy - wish we could have met up at the show - next time...! :)

Kathy

Very nice display, and so great to change out for holidays/seasons! The ice skates are too cute!

Kathy

Very nice job and so welcoming!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Alice...you're asking us if you have too many cloches?? Ha ha - you know we're right there with ya!

I love your displays - and it looks like you've got an aquarium on the floor?? I'm looking for one of those - so cool!

And your snow family is so sweet - nice job, my friend!!

Love it all!

Kathy

Alright - that is SO clever - you've done it again! Upside down and so comfy, cozy for your dog!

Thanks for sharing.

Katy

So cute and so clever - what a great use for a sweater!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

GREAT PHONE! :) I love the look too!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Jim - AMAZING find. I haven't seen anything like those skates either. Such a wonderful vintage display! (great pics)

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

P.S. I'm anticipating a lot of jealous junkers out there - ha ha! Not me though...well, maybe a little! ;)

What a cute display - I love the letters stenciled on the bucket - simple and sweet!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Andrea - I LOVE every little detail you brought into your display - what a winter wonderland and great style!!!

And a broken mirror - not bad luck at all!!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Midge - I'm so late in checking in...but you made an awesome score with the cooler - it's so VERY cool. And, the base does look like it was made for it!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Cute dogs and way to take care of 'em - our junk isn't just for the humans, right?? :)

Good job!

Kathy

Who knew that garden junk could look even more magical dipped in snow? Thanks for sharing (we're expecting a bit of snow tonite...).

I love the bed frames (and the bike) - very cool!

Kathy

Jenny...simply wonderful! I love the worn, used look of each element, and how you just simply pulled it all together!

Love it!

Kathy

Thanks All! We always have a blast at this show (even if we had to do a "speed" set up on Friday). The clocks were the star of our space - so, we're looking forward to the January show (with plenty more to sell). We ran out of space, and had boxes of great stuff we couldn't even put out (so...guess we're more than ready for January!).

Midge, LuAnn & Lani (and everybody else - ha ha) - a caravan to Ohio is in order! :) We've got BIG plans for Springfield...and Miss Candy will be with us too! We never know who might show up! (Sharon - hope to see you at Springfield too!)

Well...back to my Christmas decorating... (pics coming soon!).

Take care, Kathy

Hey Sue - So glad you're able to put the scooter to good use - and what better way than a special delivery on Christmas morning?

Your packaging is perfectly "cardboard chic" - and the ribbon and bell are just the right touch! What lucky kids - I'm sure they never know what to expect from you!! :)

Keep up the happy holiday ideas - we love 'em!!

Kathy

Sue - love your festive red container - and it's so perfect to show off some holiday greenery too...

Miss Lily is probably having big fun in the midst of your holiday decorating - she's such a cutie!! Takes her mind off the tree watching, right?? :)

OK - in my boredom this morning...I "googled" the model number of your container to find out what it was used for(weird, right???)...anyway, the website (Eagle Manufacturing) says: "EAGLE Galvanized Steel Oily Waste Cans offer fire safe temporary storage of solvent, waste rags, shavings and other materials subject to spontaneous combustion." So, I know this will be of tremendous help to you in deciding what to do with it next...(no charge for this service - ha ha).

Well...I'm sure I've been a big help today!! I'm going back to work now!

Kathy

What a sweet vignette! Rudolph never looked so happy!

Also - welcome to JUNKMARKET Style - looking forward to more of your projects!

Kathy

Amy...I'd like to order a water bag please! Those are so cool, and I love how you've used them for the holiday. All the vintage pieces go together so well (maybe I'll have to use my little metal tag from Ms. Sue too - ha ha!!).

Gretchen's necklaces work really well for your holiday purposes too... All of your little touches of vintage junk are inspiring (I'm going to be a busy girl with all these ideas spinning around in my head).

Thanks for sharing - your pics are awesome as usual, and your clever ideas have your signature great vintage style!

Kathy

Andrea - your wreath is just divine! I love the colors too...and the "25" is perfect (with a little bling too).

I'm starting my decorating tonite, and all of the great ideas are inspiring me (I'll be outta control...!).

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

You did a wonderful job on the mosaic top. You dad will love the makeover and also appreciate the hard work you put into it.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Clever idea - just a slipcover and you save the original! I love vintage fabric...

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Very clever - I love the look of them all displayed together.

Kathy

Your hard work paid off - your lampshade is awesome. I love how the light looks through the punched metal.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a fun addition to your lamp - love the bling! Great save and very clever!

Kathy

Your ornaments are beautiful - so creative and colorful - and a perfect way to use bits and pieces!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

I love mosaic work, and yours is beautiful. You definitely gave it a new life - great save!

Kathy

Great makeover - and the color is awesome. I love it without the doors as well!

Kathy

Nice job - I love collages too. Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style - hope you have lots of junk fun here!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Very nice job - and I'm sure your mother-in-law will love it!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a cute idea - and so many possibilities!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Midge...another great post/project my friend!! I love your repurpose for the tub (and love the idea of lights inside) - another spot to redecorate (we can never have too many...).

So simple, and so perfectly junky cool!!

Did I mention I love it?

Kathy

I'm a member of the "I play with junk" club too (that should be on a bumper sticker - ha ha)! Moving it from place to place (and back) till it looks "just right".....

Your display is a great junk work in progress (and can't wait to see the finished product) - the little washtub is wayyyy cool and I love the lights inside.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What wonderful treasures - I love how you incorporated them into your holiday display.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Thanks for sharing the "joy" of the season with your wreath and your words - the letters are wonderful, chippy junk perfection!

And, congrats on your first post - looking forward to more!

Kathy

Great idea - and being able to change it out for the season is a bonus!

Thanks for sharing your ideas/projects with us too!

Kathy

What a perfect gift for a golfer! Great project.

Kathy

Beautiful - I love sunflowers.

Kathy

What a sweet piece for your tree - and treasured family memories too!

Thanks for sharing with us!

Kathy

What a fun use for an old purse - and I love that you revived the green tree with a fresh coat of paint - great save!

Good luck with your sale!

Kathy

Marie - I'm so glad you and your flowers survived the wind too! Yikes 80mph...it's hard to beat junk flowers for sturdiness (and they don't have to be watered)!!!

Love them all - and the fact that they just keep rusting to perfection - way cool! That paint mixer thing is fun - great saves and very fun art!!

Thanks for sharing

These are beautiful! Thanks for sharing your art with us, and welcome to JUNKMARKET Style.

Kathy

Wow - looks like lots of great stuff!! AND - the "no fossil hunting" sign is too cool. Hope you had a successful sale!

Kathy

He's a cutie - can't wait to see his complete transformation! Have fun!

Kathy

Great job on your projects! I'm with everybody else - paint is the perfect facelift for a worn out or outdated piece of furniture, and white...well - it's just magic!! :)

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Geo - your shop is SO beautiful - the pink trees add a very festive "pop" to the look, and I like your candlestand "tree" - can I see a close-up of your decorations?? :) Fun...ornaments filled with junk - just the kind of stuff I like!

I really love the neutral bedroom setting! I love the look and the great vintage style!

Why, oh why do I have to be so far away??? I'd love to stop by and shop a bit!

Take care and wishing you BIG sales!!!

kathy

Midge, Midge, Midge...what the heck would we do without each other??? Love how you pulled all that inspiration into a wonderful creation of your own!! It's very cool - and fills my little junk heart with J-O-Y!

Thanks for making me smile!

Kathy

Janie, the sled looks great - and the skates really do add the perfect touch. I've got an old sled that I need to dig out and decorate up a bit - you've reminded/inspired me with your post!

Thanks!

Kathy

Janie - WELCOME!!! And, I'm so glad you've posted your project! (I met Jane this weekend in Columbus - she's so sweet - and a true junker...driving a few hours to get there - on the holiday weekend - that's a junker's determination for sure!!).

I love your tree and especially "with" the strainer! Great job - looking forward to more (and your table....).

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Gretchen - belated Happy Thanksgiving to you (I'm playing catch up after being gone all weekend). I love your porch displays and I like how you used the birdcage stand!

Lots of rusty cool stuff!

Take care, Kathy

Sue - I love how you've used drawer #4 (and using them out of order...so totally our Miss Sue!).

I'm sure Elizabeth and her friend enjoyed every little bit of their beverage center (and strawberries too...yummy). I love the tulip bucket - where do you find this stuff?? :)

So well done....!

Kathy

Jim - a belated Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!

Love the sign and the turkey is too cool!

Lani - I think we all need to do a junk shopping tour - one state at a time...everybody's got so much great junk! (I can be packed yesterday...)

Jim - Thanks for sharing your art AND craft with us.

Kathy

Lani - a belated Happy Thanksgiving to you! I continually am amazed and inspired by all the wonderful folks here at JMS - and so glad to be a part of it! And, am so happy to have met some of junking friends over the summer...looking forward to more visits and meeting more members (met a few at our show over the weekend - Hi Jane! -- from Cleveland)

Take care,

Kathy

Amy - a belated Happy Thanksgiving to you and your junk hubby!

Can't wait to see that future post.................. :)

Kathy

Marybeth - looks like a fabulous Thanksgiving - the tablescape looks divine (and the little screen leaves are very cool). And, it looks like what was put on the table was heavenly as well - A day of great food, family and even great junk - perfect!!

Thanks for sharing your day!

Kathy

Jim, I love your vintage Christmas junk display (using the train track was ingenius!! - AND the vintage bulbs for pegs - too cool...) - it all goes together so perfectly. And, of course the drawing is special all by itself (and Amy, you're right - a wall full of concept drawings would be awesome.)

I'd also take junk over just about anything for Christmas...well, maybe an Hawaiian vacation might win...! ha ha... And, a Black Friday junk sale - that just sounds heavenly!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Jenny - what a great table - and with the galvanized top...it's gonna last forever! The roofing nails were a perfect addition.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Lani - just beautiful! Who would have "thunk" that farm junk could be so cool...and elegant! I picture lots of farmers missing a few select pieces of equipment in and around the great state of Minnesota...ha ha!!

I love the rusty-crustiness of it - a great display!

Take care,

Kathy

Thanks all for your comments and wishes for the holiday. We spent our Thanksgiving at home with our daughter - the time went wayyy to fast. Hope your holiday was wonderful as well.

We're back from our show in Columbus - it all went great - sold LOTS of clocks - clock update on my blog... www.sylviasdaughter.blogspot.com

The hay unloader really is cool - and now I'll have to figure out how to use it for Christmas! (Geo...you need to come and junk in Ohio - I got it for a mere $10 - however, we might have to search the state for another one - but I think we'd be up to the task!!)

Well...time to get the Christmas tree out - and all that other "junk"! (and get caught up on posts too!)

Kathy

Thanks all for your comments!

Jenny - When I was doing the fork collage, I was going to add more, but thought it was sweet the way it was (I do tend to fuss a lot when I'm putting one together - so this was an accomplishment for me) - ha ha!

Candy - hoping to see you on Friday too!! Have big fun with your family!!!

Makinithappen - With all that great stuff, you'll come up with something awesome I'm sure!

Alice - Vitamins...ok - got 'em!! :)

Take care! Kathy

Pennies from heaven - they make such a divine addition to your napkin rings! Very cool Miss Sue!!

Wishing you and your family a happy, happy Thanksgiving!

Kathy

I love your holiday snowshoe! And, I bet your Mom did too!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Welcome to JUNKMARKET - what a great project! I'm sure your notebook will turn into volumes...there's so much great "junk" being shared here!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Your little wonderland of trees is so sweet! They'll be big sellers I'm sure!

Kathy

Again - too cute! Love the coffee pot you used.

Kathy

So cute! Love the cookie cutters used as ornaments.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Midge - such a cute idea. And, I love your idea of painting the laminate samples...I've got some of those - and you're right, they'd probably be so happy being painted and becoming a functional piece of decoration! (Do we hear junk voices in our heads, or what?? - You notice I said "we", not me...it makes me feel better!! ha ha)

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

I agree - so clever! What a nifty gift idea!

Kathy

Very nice! I love what you did with all those bubbles! I bet it's even more beautiful with the sunshine coming through.

Kathy

Wow - love your mosaic work!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy6

Gotta love the Goodwill...it's like walking into a treasure chest sometimes! Nice finds - love the graphic on the second tray.

Kathy

So cute - how wonderful to be able to save something of your Mother's and reuse it in such a beautiful way.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a beautiful job, and I know back-breaking too! It's a great look in your garden.

Kathy

So clever...great repurpose! I love the color too.

Kathy

Congrats on your marriage (and for a guy who understands "junk" too!!)!!! Great ideas for your reception - and what a cute bride!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Another great idea!! Love it.

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

How cool is that! You came up with the perfect solution for your space.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

So cute and functional too!! Great save!

Kathy

Your cabinet is amazing! I love the color and the "aligator" paint underneath! Very nice project using salvaged wood. I bet the yellow one is beautiful as well.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a great repurpose for those old containers! I love them all - the vintage graphics are way cool - and turning them into clocks - pure genius!!

(And it reminded me of our noon movies at jr. high...such fun!)

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Your Uncle Sam Snowman has a definite spring in his step! Love him! And, paper mache - I haven't done that in a long time... He's just as cute as he can be!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Oh - this is so cool! Love the rust and red, and I also love that you can change it out too...(that's what so great about our little junk world) AND tie clips were a great idea (our little finds DO come in handy eventually - ha ha!!)

Thanks for sharing! And happy Thanksgiving!!

Kathy

Those covers are so sweet - and VERY homey! I don't think I've seen them before either. Thanks for sharing with us!

Kathy

Thanks everybody! More fun projects - and I know there are a "few" of us who definitely have lots of "little" things - whether they're leftovers from other projects, things laying in a "junk drawer", or just things collected "for a rainy day" - or maybe a cold winter's day...waiting for just the right box (some of these were old cheese boxes) -- or some other container (I've got some empty clock cases I'm thinking of using next time around...)

The little ironstone tea set is my fav!

Just a couple more days until our show - so, time to pack it up! Hope you all have a great Thanksgiving!

Kathy

Sue - your display is "top drawer" all the way! Love the greenery you added - and the little insulator feet are just sweet! The blue drawer is my favorite too.

Take care,

Kathy

Geo - This is absolutely fab-tastic!! I love the second life you gave it - and the chippy color is soooo sweet! The mirror was the perfect addition to pull it all together.

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

I missed this before - but, how cool! I even see the great Buckeye state represented!

This is such an original and fun idea! Great job!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Jenny - Your pieces are always so inspiring - in design and meaning! I love it, and can see why it sold immediately!
AND, the vintage rulers are very cool!!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Lani - "U" Rock! It's all so beautiful! You and Sue W did a wonderful job. I keep looking back at the pics - so much to see - it must have been an awesome show! (your bottles are simple and sweet, and love the t-shirts!!)

Kathy

Very nice hall tree! Like Marie said...simple and elegant!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Love the cloches - and all your beautiful things! Special memories at a glance - so sweet!

Kathy

Great job! It's such a nice look.

Kathy

I love the wacky whimsy of this piece! And your vintage pins are fabulous!!!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

I'm so in love with these! The shapes are too cute - love it all!! Thanks for sharing your art with us.

Kathy

So clever!!! The timecard holder is very cool, and I love how you reused the keyboard!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Yep - great eye!!! And what a beautiful little bookcase you created!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Lindsey...WOW! Your bench is amazing, and the old fire hose looks ike the perfect material for this piece!!! What a great eye you had for the end result - this really is awesome!!

THANKS for sharing!

Kathy

P.S. Hope you rested well...I bet the riveting was really hard work!

What a fun idea! Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Midge - your "stars" are very cool! Love the patina, and I'm sure you'll find wonderful uses for them! And, I think I need a metal cutting tool too (adding to my Christmas list now!).

I recently got a cool piece of farm "junk" too...it's a hay loader or something...will have to post a pic!

Thanks for sharing!

kathy

These are fun! Love the pink!!! (and now for some memories of my many falls at the skating rink!...haha! - oh, and some great music - 60s/70s)!

Thanks so much for sharing!

Kathy

Very sweet and whimsical! Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Hi and welcome to JUNKMARKET Style! I love the old wheels (I've got a couple of those too!). You've created a welcoming entry to your rec room.

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Great ideas - love the fan pulls!!

Kathy

Thanks again everybody! I really do appreciate your comments!!! This was a fun project (and really hoping I can come up with some more to "play" with!!).

Kenda - sorry...didn't mean to cause such "junk distress" - ha ha! Thanks - you made me laugh. (But, they are pretty cool, aren't they?)

Gailmarie - how about a twin to your "Kid at Heart" (pull-a-tune)?? You can email me through my blog at www.sylviasdaughter.blogspot.com

Alice - maybe relocation is the answer!?! :)

OK - time to get to work with my next post/project...collages...

Have a great day!

Kathy

HI and welcome to JUNKMARKET Style! Your son has done a wonderful job of reusing old wood - they're all fantastic! You must be very proud of him!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

What a great way to save such a beautiful hooked rug! It is wonderful as wall art!

Kathy

What a great look! I love the neutral colors too!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Thanks everybody! So glad you like them too - you're my test "market"! :)

Lindsey - will have to look at that website - there are so many different kinds/styles of paperweights! Thanks!

Lani - I knew exactly which one would catch your eye!! :)

Gailmarie - welcome back...Florida sounds great (I'll be visiting the sunshine state in February - can't wait!). (P.S. I bought a little toy you might be interested in...)

Joanne - great idea - I bet those lids would work perfectly!! (I love how the curve magnifies the contents too!).

I'll have another project to share in a few days... Thanks again - you're all so much fun to share "junk" with!!

Take care, Kathy

P.S. Sharon - Go Buckeyes...Beat Michigan! (LuAnn...are you out there?? ;) (Yikes...and Midge too!)

Alright - absolutely fab legs on the desk you created - just amazing!! And, your color choice was perfect!

Cassie - it's definitely one of my favs!!!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Love how you're using the tree stands! Don't ya just love finding treasures in the basement?? (and a little bit of cleaning is a good thing!!!)

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

I love your terrarium - it's a perfect reuse for that light fixture! Your Mom is very talented - thanks for sharing with us!!

Kathy

What a great color you chose! And, such a functional piece too.

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Very creative! And how cool that you're selling them too!! Congrats!

Kathy

Checking in late...but love your stand and it's wordy decoration!!! Very cute!

Kathy

P.S. You're right - what a great cheat sheet for Scrabble...

Jenny - a little belated - but GREAT to see ya! And those scrolls are really awesome - love how you framed them up!

Looking forward to more awesome creations by our resident artist and junker extraordinaire!!

Kathy

All I can say is "I WANT THAT!!!" ha ha!!! Those springs are the coolest ever! I love how you've used it - and I can't wait to see the picture of the paperwhites in bloom!

LOVE it Sue!!

Kathy

Lani - I love that hay rack - and of course you dressed it up in great style! You're definitely getting us into the holiday spirit!

Thanks, Kathy

Sue - very cool use for the canteens - all dressed up for the holidays! Love the little jackets!

You always give us so many great options...and lots of ideas!!

Thanks, Kathy

Very cool Miss Candy! I love ceiling tin and you framed it perfectly!

Kathy

What great holiday junk decor! Love the metal and the chippy door!! And, congrats on your sale!

Kathy

LuAnn - lucky you - more thrifting fun!! (You can never have too much, can you?) :)

Kathy

I'm a BIG fan of silver too. I love it all - the basket is my fav!

Kathy

Oh, how cute! And, so glad you stayed with the original finish!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Anne...it's a pretty breathtaking haul!!! And getting to meet fellow junkers - that's the best of all!!

It's all pretty amazing - love all the bottles and rose print - and the suitcases! You've got some great stuff to sell - congrats on your finds.

Kathy

I love your chalkboard, and no doubt so will your Mom! The tin across the top looks great!

Great job!

Kathy

Like Andrea said...It IS rusted perfection!

Kathy

What a great - and very functional piece you created! I love your faux birch design......It does look real!

Kathy

This is a wonderful, very creative piece, and great way to welcome visitors! I love all the elements (the glass insulators look very cool)...

And...a power company with a scrapyard??? That sounds like BIG fun!

Thanks for sharing your art with us!

Kathy

LuAnn - these are so cute! And, don't ya just love a new thrift store???

Kathy

You've been busy!!! Great vases you've "recreated" - I love the cigar box too!

Kathy

Oh, these are so sweet! I love how colorful they are - very clever!!!

Kathy

You gave both of those buckets a sweet new life! And, so easy too!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Very sweet - and better late than never, right? I've got a few of those projects tucked away too...

About the giraffes, I've started using Gorilla Glue epoxy - and I LOVE it! It holds like crazy!!!

Thanks for sharing and congrats on your completed project! :)

Kathy

What a great garden totem you created! I love all the elements.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Andrea - You "cleaned up" on this project! It's so cool and you gave it just the right amount of junk elegance!!

I love it!

Kathy

Marybeth - the two chairs that you found (and I love them in black) are the perfect compliment to your Grandma's sewing table (I have one too!!).

Beautiful job!

Kathy

Sue - what a special gift for a special person in your daughter's life! All tied up with a bit of bling too!

Love the idea of doing a JUNKMARKET Style Christmas - I've definitely got enough material to work with!! (now to make a list...).

Thanks for the inspiration!

Kathy

Gretchen - beautiful creations - love the silver, love the bottle brush trees, and LOVE your jewelry! Happy Holidays at the French Flea!!

Kathy

Janis - I'm behind in my reading...but I truly LOVE this project - burlap and chicken wire never looked so elegant! Beautiful, my friend!

Kathy

Thanks everybody - so glad you enjoyed it - as much as I have!! Jan and Duane are just so awesome - and you can definitely see they put their heart into their work (but - it's not really work...)!

Sharon - you'll definitely have to take a little road trip!

Kenda - I know exactly what you're saying! It MUST be junk love!!! :)

Joanne - we can never have too much junk...just my thought on the subject ;) (ha ha)

Thanks again! Kathy

Laurel - great fall displays!! I LOVE the lawnmower too!!

That foot shaped "thingie" hanging at the top of your bike basket is cool! (I know there has to be a name for it, right??) ha ha!

Kathy

P.S. I'm loving all this fall rustiness too!!! :)

Marybeth - love your fall display - a little bit of this and that and you've got a great look! And, I like the idea of metal pumpkins - they have such a longer "shelf life"! :)

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Very cool booth!!! I love the painted suitcase - very clever!

Kathy

Your stirrup is the perfect spot to hang a picture - and a little glitz too - very sweet!

Kathy

It's all so beautiful - I love the red cabinet - what a great pop of color!

Good luck with your sale!

Kathy

What a great booth - I love what you did with the doors! Hope your sale went well.

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

bluebucket - these are so beautiful! Thanks for sharing your art with us!

Kathy

These are so cute! Will have to try some of these too!

We've got some great holiday "junk" starting to pop up here at JMS - I just love the holidays!!! :)

Thanks for sharing AND welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!

Kathy

These are so sweet - what a great use!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a great display of salvaged and seasonal pieces!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

LOVE it! What a perfect spot for your old bedsprings, and a great place to relax!!

Kathy

I like the idea of the lime green for your shed - can't wait to see what you do with it. And, I'm adding my name to the list of envious members...I'd LOVE to have my own little shed too!!

Kathy

Fabulous is right!!! Rub-ons are magic, aren't they?

Love it!

Kathy

What great doors you found! And, it looks like lots of great ideas for you to consider. Hope you'll share your final project with us!

Kathy

You did a great job on your bench of chairs! It has a nice finished look, and is so perfect on your porch!

Kathy

Another WOW! Looks like this project just fell into place! And a great place for some birds to rest as well!

Thanks for sharing - and welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!

Kathy

WOW! Another person in awe here...so clever - and that's got to be the biggest junk project I've seen! WOW (again).

You and your friend did an awesome job!

Kathy

I love your seaglass creations and this wreath is a "merry" addition!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

How clever - what an energy saver - and no mess with candles too!

Great job!

Kathy

Any little bird would be proud to live in your clock condo!! Great job!

Kathy

Oh, what a great little outdoor space you've created with your birdhouse collection - and I love the old gate too!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

I love your curbside chairs just like they are - chippy paint is a good thing!! :) I have just a "few" little chairs around my house (one of my weaknesses...) - sitting up on a table or bench, or just sitting pretty here and there in a corner...and always holding a little something!

I like all the ideas, and one other - you could even hang them on the wall as a shelf... My girlfriend has one hanging on her fence and sits a plant on it.

Enjoy your finds!

Kathy

Sue - your door mat spruced up quite nicely! What a cool piece and it is so awesome when junk is multi-functional!

Very welcoming!

Kathy

Sue - I love the restaurant dishes and your touch of garden fresh color is stunning!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Sue - Looks like big junk fun - and I bet those ideas are really dancing around in your head...keeping you up at night no doubt!! :)

I love the ball bearings in a jar - very cool! And the drawers are fab too.

I don't know what that "do-hickey" is, but it looks a little scary - haha!

Looking forward to your Christmas creations!

Kathy

What a beautiful work of art! Like Midge said - it's so industrial but so graceful too - love it!

Kathy

Candy - I'm late on this post - but it's still a riot! And your twisted junky imagination is a hoot!!! Loved "The Shining" and "Misery". Both two of my favs.

I remember watching "The Birds" for the first time - I must have been VERY young...it freaked me out!

Thanks for the post - I can tell you had BIG fun with it!!!

Kathy

Gretchen- you know I love your jewelry - and this piece is "tres magnifique"!! All the thought and details you put into one of your jewelry pieces makes it a work of art!!!

Lucky Lani!!! I'm sure she wears it proudly!

Hugs, Katy

Thanks again - everybody! Glad you enjoyed the little "tour" of some of the junk aROUND my home! I love the clocks too - and since we've got so many right now - it's been hard to decide which ones to use! (that's a good problem to have).

And, Gretchen - I think maybe we could be!! :)

Take care!

Kathy

P.S. And, for all the clock fans - I'm working on a new post on my blog - hope to have it up over the weekend (MORE clocks!!).

www.sylviasdaughter.blogspot.com

Rock salt was a great idea! Nice display.

Kathy

Ohhhh...I think it looks like a segment of "junk bachelor" for sure...there could be a little competition for Sue's pretty little bride-to-be going on here! ha ha!!!

He's a cutie and I just love his junky hat and hair!

Kathy

I haven't seen tea chests before either - you've repurposed them beautifully!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Very cute! I love how you reused this box! Great idea.

Kathy

Your collage is so cute! I love to use old drawers and boxes too!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

I love it! Old grates are so beautiful - and should definitely be on display year-round!!

Kathy

Love your re-do of the end tables - and, I like the fabric added to the top - nice touch!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

I'm just more amazed - what a wonderful job you did with this - (and, I wouldn't give it back either - ha ha!!)

Kathy

What a great display you created with some throwaway materials - good save, Rob!

Kathy

Your vase is awesome. I didn't know you could use Bri-wax to seal rusty stuff either. I've just used it to seal tabletops - so, will try it on some rust too!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

WOW and WOW! Your signs are amazing - love the material you (re)used, and how it will continue to age - how very cool! The shop sounds like a fun place - I bet your cousin was thrilled with the signs you made.

Beautiful job - thanks so much for sharing,

Kathy

Thanks all for your comments - and understanding (so well...) the obsessions I/we have with all different kinds of "junk". I'm in such great company!!!

The dresser mirror is one of my favorite things - I think I need to hang it on the wall...but that might be a scary view...16 of me - yikes! :) (I collect enough myself - just think what 15 more of me could do...)

Robert - perfectly clean isn't always a priority - I love my "swiffer" duster! :)

gailmarie - the wire thing is a giant flower frog - I haven't figured out what to do with it yet!

Candy - I do have a few extra buttons I could share with a friend...

Take care, Kathy

And - Joanne - "Hi, my name is Kathy.........." ;)

Marybeth - what an awesome job you did - and such a well deserved award too! You get a bit WHOOP WHOOP from Ohio!! :)

I love the colors scheme you chose, and all the great pieces you repurposed - the workbench is super cool, and I love the transformation that a simple paint job made on your chairs. You brought them up-to-date and they fit in "just right"! :) Using the rubber mat for a stencil was oh so clever, and then hanging it on the wall - a double duty beauty for sure!!

Love it all! Congrats!

Kathy

Wendy - you've collected some nice metal "junk"! It looks great on your deck. (I love the mailbox!)

Kathy

P.S. I love the view from your deck too!

You did a great job on your cabinet! It looks like you've got some wonderful things on display as well.

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Grate little porch light you came up with Marie!

And, I like your new pic too!

Kathy

What a fun piece! Nice job!

Kathy

Looks like you're ready to get busy on some projects - great reuse!!

Kathy

P.S. Alice...you're too funny! :) My workspace is in constant need of "maintenance" (like almost every day)!

Janet - Super sweet - and ya gotta love those legs! :) She looks like a fun girl for sure, and I bet there's a bit of a spooky glow when her hat lights up!

Thanks for sharing - and welcome to JUNKMARKET Style - awesome first post!

Kathy

P.S. Who needs a GPS, when you have a compass? Too cute!

How wonderful! You've created another unique piece of furniture.

Thanks,

Kathy

I love your take on the suitcase sidetable - very clever!

Kathy

We're getting such an awesome junk tour of your home! It's all so wonderful - and your "new" sidetable is fantastic!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

I've never seen anything like that - what a beautiful new life you've given it!

Kathy

You've brightened my day with your little lights! Great job Grasshopper!

Kathy

Another wonderful creation - love every little bit of it!

Great find and reuse!!

Kathy

Love your kitties! And their cute little ears DO give them just the right touch of personality!

Kathy

Have you gone into the lamp building business??? You should!

Very nice work.

Kathy

Thanks again for sharing your projects with us - your lamp has a simple, elegant look!

Kathy

Very cool - a great spot for some junk-inspirational reading!!

Very nice work!

Kathy

The wonderful ideas just keep coming - so glad you joined us at JUNKMARKET Style!

Very clever use!

Kathy

That is oh-my-gosh cool! And bri-wax to seal it? Great idea!

Kathy

What a great use for the doctor's bag!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a completely and totally awesome look!! I love ceiling tins too - and yours are rusted to perfection!

Kathy

Great save - and such a perfect use! Love it!

Kathy

P.S. Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!

I'm sure some lucky princess will be loving that vanity - great purchase and beautiful paint job!

Kathy

Wonderful finds! I LOVE the sewing machine - and you've got so many great drawers to work with - woo hoo!!

Kathy

What a great little reminder stand you've made!!

Thanks for sharing,

Kathy

Very nice - and I like the addition of the boa... And, WOW you've got a "bit" of bling!! (But, I don't think you can ever have too much...)

Kathy

Nicely done - and how sweet - I'm sure your Mom will love it!

Kathy

I love the lantern and the centerpiece you created! What a great find!

Kathy

Looks like you've had some junk fun! How cute! Love the scales!

Kathy

WOW! Your table is absolutely amazing! And, a coating of diamond dust around the edge (a little hidden "bling"!) :)

It looks wonderful in your dining room!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

I love your pumpkins and their rusty containers! (especially the green one!!)

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Very nice display - I love the white glass too! Don't ya just LOVE the Goodwill??? :)

Kathy

Laurel - I love that basket and all the baubles you decorated it with! What a fun light fixture you created!

There are definitely some treasures at the French Flea (including Gretchen and Lani!).

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

WOW - so much great stuff - love the fabrics and all the old bottles!

Wishing you much junk success at your sale! And, like Melody said...it does look heavenly!

Kathy

Very cute display - welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!!

Kathy

Andrea - I love the rusty, chippiness of your new "sidetable". What a great find!

Kathy

P.S. A reciprocating saw??? I don't have one of those - may have to add it to my Christmas list! :)

Sue - now we can add wedding planner to your resume!

And dah-ling - the bride-to-be looks simply divine - in an all of junk-chic finery!

Kathy

Oh, Sue - it looks like a wonderful place to visit - and spend a day! I love the shoe forms, and the colors of the ceiling tins are fabulous!

So, you found a couple things, right? The x-ray viewer...and??

Thanks for giving us the tour!

Kathy

OK...first - so glad you've let us into your "inner circle" - so much fun to see your collections! :)

Second - I see some of my collections here too...clocks (ha ha - no surprise - and ever growing...), bottle stoppers (LOVE them), and bottles. Other round things I collect are rag balls, buttons, Christmas ornament bulbs, dresser mirrors, yikes - this is getting scary!

Can't wait to see what you do with all the great stuff in the first picture...

Sue - thanks for sharing!

Kathy

What great finds! I love the pump - would like to find one for my garden too!

Thanks for sharing,

Kathy

What an awesome birdhouse (and love the name)!

Thanks for sharing,

Kathy

Andrea - I love your tablescape - such a great collection of unused things turned into a beautiful table setting! The music sheets are so perfect as placemats (they could even be laminated or maybe decoupaged to be reused...). I also love the old light fixture as a bud vase, the doorknobs, etc., etc.... I'm sure your friends had a fabulous time - and had lots of junk to talk about!!

Take care, Kathy

Such a beautiful transformation! I love the new finish, and the wallpaper really makes it pop!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Rachel - they're both so cute! I love the big grin!

Kathy

Wow - what a great haul!

Take care and happy junking!

Kathy

You did a wonderful job on your bench - it looks so sturdy, and love the finish!

Kathy

Very nice re-do (I love the look) - and at a bargain price...there's nothing better! :)

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Love your display of family pics! Thanks for sharing your treasures with us!

Kathy

Your bears are sew creative and sweet!!! The chenille one is my fav!

Thanks for sharing,

Kathy

I love your lacey roses! Very clever.

Kathy

Great reuse of an old lantern!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Michelle, welcome to JUNKMARKET Style! Love your window display - and the quilt pieces are beautiful!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

What a great workspace, and how sweet of your hubby to fix it up for you!

Kathy

I really love this! The weathered look, the little cabinet, the tool storage - and lighting too - how cool!! Wonderful details!

Kathy

Rhonda - welcome to JUNKMARKET Style! The dress form is awesome - looking forward to more of your projects!

Kathy

Laurel,

Very clever organizational solutions!! The old ice box is so cool, and I think the phone planter is a perfect resting place for a cell phone!

Thanks for sharing and good luck with kindergarten!

Kathy

Sue - loving your collections - - round and round they go, and where they stop??? OK - they don't ---- they just go on and on and on.....

(I've got a few of those "neverending" collections too!)

The gear mold is so cool!!!

Take care, Kathy

Jim - another fun electrical creation - LOVE it! Very clever and so well done as always! And, love the crusty paint brushes too! :)

Your drawings are amazing!

Kathy

I love what you did with the phone - great new use and very cool!

Kathy

Well Sue...you did a pretty darned good job on your Falloween display - and special effects too - gotta love 'em! The cream separator is a very cool piece AND you know the clocks caught my eye (we've got them coming out of our ears right now...but still love 'em). :)

Happy, happy!

Kathy

Marybeth - what a great look...industrial never looked so good! The table setting looks like it should be in a magazine!! :)

Very nice!

Kathy

Looks like you've got some creative junk fun ahead of you - can't wait to see!

Kathy

Love this! Lots of uses for an old china cabinet - can't wait to see what you do with yours!

Kathy

Kimberly - will see what I can do about a schoolhouse clock for you...still taking stock of our inventory!

HesterJane - it was big fun...we're eating and sleeping clocks right now! They've kind of taken over!

kathy

Amy - very cool job by your junking hubby, Ron! Tell him congrats on the sale, and can't wait to see the next one!

Kathy

Jim...JOB WELL DONE - my junking friend!!! I'm so proud of you digging into that crawlspace - I would have done the same thing (never mind a little dust and some spiders - or being off limits...ha ha!)!

Great display for the season! Fun vintage stuff...

And those letters (congrats!)...there could have been a scuffle over those for sure - definitely a crowd fav!!!

Good luck on your next expedition!!

Kathy

Geo - love them all!! The moss and fern is my fav! Very cool piece with lots of possibilities.

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Gretchen...adding my WOW!! That's so cool and who would have thunk, right?? What a beautiful new use for a pig crate (which I had never seen before...)!

Tell you sister and brother-in-law - job well done!!

Kathy

Well...I'm so glad to be able to share this little slice of junk heaven with you all!! I'm keeping notes of who is interested, and will do an update on my blog next week with some more pics - so stay tuned! :)

We spent today picking up even more...and now we've got a little Fort "Clox" of inventory. Right now I'm testing some...so things are really ticking at my house (and a random alarm goes off now and then too...)! (most of them work, but some will be just for looks)

Sue - thanks for the dance...ha ha! And I'm hoping you get some sleep soon!!

You guys are the best! Wishing you all TONS of great junk!

Kathy

P.S. Hoping an alarm doesn't go off in the middle of the night - my hubby wouldn't be too happy about that! ;)

We're all a happy bunch, aren't we??? Junk is just the best!

Great finds - you came away with some awesome stuff - and all for under $20!!!

OK...my song for the weekend...hi ho...hi ho...it's off to junk I go... (and I'll be whistling while I "work")

Kathy

Love the doors and shutters!!! You're doing a fine job of cleaning up the junk in Maryland - looking forward to pics of your projects!

Kathy

P.S. or I should have signed "obsessed in Ohio"

How fun! You and your dad make a great team! Hank/Albert is very cool!

Kathy

Roxanne,

I would decorate a Christmas tree with the flour scoops for a porch display...how cool would that be? Hope to see pics!

(Yikes, did I just say Christmas??? It must be that snow I heard about in Minnesota that got me started!)

Good luck with your projects and welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!

Kathy

Marybeth - love your sidetable AND storage is a bonus! Great re-do!! I bet there were lots of oooohs and aaaahhhhhs at your Parade of Homes - very nice!!!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Thanks again.

Bluebucket - I looked at your post again - yours were sweet saves - we've got a few to tear apart though... :)

Kenda - that's too funny - hope you're ok!

Amy, I think you need to come out for a photo shoot (I'll pay you in clocks. ha ha)

AtticusFinch - we haven't yet...

Well...time to "wind" down!

Kathy

OK - you guys are cracking me up...I'm guessing if I had a clock party you'd all want to come, right??? hmmmmmmmm.... :) It was definitely like a dream - a bit overwhelming,but we were up to the task!!

It was pretty exciting - and now we're trying to study up on our finds (need a copy of "clocks for dummies"), to know exactly what we have. You'll have to check my blog for info on stuff we'll be "parting with"... (gailmarie - there will be faces...) Lani - would love to help you add to your collection!

Marie - the curbside finds were pretty cool too. My basement is screaming to be emptied out SOON! Good thing we have a show next month!

Thanks for all your comments and remember...ya never know when that "dream sale" will happen - that's why we all keep looking! :)

Hugs, Kathy

Great job repurposing the newel posts! If I had one...it'd be loaded with necklaces and bracelets!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Andrea - I love them both - the vintage look of the paper, etc. is way cool!!! What a clever way to cover a room divider!

Now you'll have to make more...! :)

Kathy

Nice job displaying your treasures! And I agree -shopping at antique shows AND buying you "junk" - your hubby is seriously a treasure too! :)

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Great use for the potpourri pot! And like my friend Midge said, I like the way the flowers cascade!

Nice job!

Kathy

What a great find and a perfect way to put it to use! Thanks for sharing and welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!

Kathy

How cute - you did such a nice re-do. I love the color and the fact that you can change out the decoration! And you can never have too many places to hide goodies!!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

What a clever way to display some special bits and pieces of memories! Love how you used the blocks.

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Sue - your salad is so yummy looking! And love the gear mold...that's very cool! And, I'm thinking that the jump rope can double as decoration AND after meal exercise too!

It really is a bummer that it's already snowing for you in MN...that means it will eventually end up in Ohio too. (Junking down south for the winter would be a good thing!!)

Kathy

Great idea Marie - You are doing some great things with your room! A labor of junk love, I'm sure!!! :)

Kathy

Marie (first - love your new pic...well I think it's new, right or have I not been paying attention???)

And, second...you get an A++++++++++++++ for your organizing dream of a workroom - WOW! The lockers are simply amazing - oh how I would love some of those! And, from the looks of your many machines...you ARE a sewing machine. Your seat cover on your chair (with your name) is super cute. What a fun and very happy place!!! (and yes, thank goodness for sports channels!)

It looks like such an inspiring and relaxing place for you! Thanks for letting us take a peek!

Kathy

You did a fantastic job on the skirt - and endured the pain too - congrats! I've done projects (using wire, broken china, etc...) that have wore out my hands - but the end results are worth it (just not something I'd do every day!!).

Your end result is very clever and so cool!

Thanks for sharing,

Kathy

How beautiful - and oh so creative!

Kathy

What a great gate! (I love the clever use of the spur too.) And what a beautiful setting!

Kathy

Very well done! Love the design!

Kathy

How fun! I love them.

Kathy

Very well done and oh so charming!

Kathy

Very sweet re-do!! Such great style.

Kathy

Joanne - As others have said...my basement is (oh my gosh...)SOOOO similar to yours... So, if nothing else, you've found the perfect support group here. :)

It looks like lots of great stuff to sell!! (I love your "plea" to the occasional shop - hope it works!)

Keep us updated on your progress!

Kathy

Michelle - so glad you joined JUNKMARKET Style! I'm loving your projects - can't wait to see more!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Michelle - Your hubby and you definitely make a great creative team! Your potting table is amazing - and could be put to so many uses.

Thanks for sharing & welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!

Kathy

P.S. And your niece is a cutie pie!!

Marie - I'm almost speechless (doesn't happen often...!)...amazing "take" on the potting station - I've never seen a grill done before but how perfect is that???

And, just think what a little bit of natural aging will do to the color/patina of it! Loving it!!

Very clever!!

Kathy

P.S. And, you didn't waste a thing - cute flower too!

Absoluetly fabulous! Great reuse of the old fabric - and your design work is amazing!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

What a great shelf! Don't ya just love shutters???

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Very cute button frame! (I love working with buttons too!!)

Looking forward to more posts from you - and so glad you're finding lots of inspiration here - it's so addicting! :)

Kathy

Great little corner in your workshop world!!

Kathy

Great mosaic work! Your Texas theme is very cool - and love the colors!

Kathy

Great pieces and parts - I'm picturing some fall flowers or maybe a pile of pumpkins in the tub... :)

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Very clever - and you can never have too many pieces for display!! Love it!

Kathy

What a great piece you created - and you're right - when it comes to junk - IT'S ALL GOOD! :)

Very nice - thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Very beautiful - I've made some of those too - they're all so unique!

Kathy

P.S. I love the display with the Christmas lights!

Alice - these are beautiful! I'm a BIG fan!!

Kathy

CraftingWendy - Great fall display and welcome to JUNKMARKET Style - looking forward to more posts from you!

Kathy

P.S. Our "junk stashes" do come in handy sometimes! :)

Jim - the cart is amazing (I would so love to have one of those!!!) - and your display is a beautiful touch of fall splendor!!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

This is beautiful - and the neutral butterscotch-y colors/tones would go with almost anything!

Very nice job!

Kathy

Janis - it's scary...all that fun, elegant style - all rolled into one person!! Love it as always!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Candy - you ARE such a clever girl! Love the candy rack, and how you put it to use...AND alphabetizing - that put it over the top!

Sweet, my friend!

Kathy

What an awesome job, MB! I'm in the fan club too...love the finish of the dresser!

Can't wait to see more.

Kathy

jnkldy1 - yep - Rosa is still for sale - but she's packed in our trailer right now...if you're interested you can email me through my blog at www.sylviasdaughter.blogspot.com

Thanks, Kathy

P.S. Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!

OK - pouting right now...I wanna come too!!

When we visited in August we didn't have enough time (ha ha) to look at all the treasures - but saw enough to know that it's one of the most unique places I've visited - and it's definitely on the list when we make a return visit!! (right, Candy??)

Wishing you BIG fun, BIG sales and lots of great junk!

Kathy

P.S. Tell Amy and everybody hi - from Ohio!!

Great save Marie! And you you gave it just the right amount of bling! I like how you took it from gold to silver!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

What a fun table you created! Love the vivid colors and artwork!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Your painted bottles are super cool - and no wonder your nephews want their own set! You are a talented artist!!!

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style - looking forward to more posts!

Kathy

Geo...LOVE your potting "party" station! So multifunctional, with just the right touch of rusty-crusty coolness! I like the hooks and handles you added to hold tools, etc. (and it looks like it's on wheels too?? perfect!)

Good luck at your sale and take care!

Kathy

Lani - I love it and all its fabulous chippy-ness!! What a great display.

And, I definitely do follow Sue's bit of junk philosophy too...upside down, inside out, do the hokey pokey...oh wait a minute - just got a little carried away! (junk does that, doesn't it???)

Nice job my friend!!

Kathy

Love your magnets.

Thanks for sharing! Kathy

I love your booth space! And, like Candy said...love the layering of your merchandise!

Glad the show went well..except for that weather thing...!

Kathy

Love your stepping stone and all the elements you added to it!

Kathy

Cara - Your table is simply divine! And the lady you added to the top added a bit of elegance!

Beautiful! Kathy

Woo hoo! Great save - and fortunately for us junking types, some people don't see the value that we see in something...!

It looks great!!

Kathy

Marie - Awesome job and love the faucet handles as feet! Wish I had a scrap yard I could visit...

Kathy

Very pretty! I love the silver and white together. And, the salt shaker on top is sweet!

Kathy

What a clever idea! And, it looks great too!

Kathy

Anne...yippee for you! I know you're gonna have a blast AND make some money too! Love your look - and I'm sure your customers will too.

Kathy

Very cute - and the "innards" are too funny!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Sounds like BIG fun - and your daughter came home with a doll too...!

Kathy

Beautiful fall displays - love the meat grinder!

And, if you want a part-time job...mums are an option, right? :)

Kathy

grannijo, Love your version!! You did a great job repurposing your light fixture (and great price too!) - it's too funny, but I have a light fixture sitting on my workbench waiting for the perfect piece to top it off (it's brass and really needs to be painted) - the inspiration just keeps going round and round!! :)

Kathy

How cool - looks like lots of great material to work with!

Kathy

OK - I guess I'll "have" to start scheduling at least a small get-together for sure!

1. Candy is scheduled to be our next door neighbor - her first time as a vendor at Springfield - I'm SO excited!! (And, Candy - hope to see you at Scott's...let's talk!)

2. LuAnn - Springfield Extravaganza will be the 3rd weekend of May...

3. Lani - we may need to get some rooms reserved!

4. Jim - it's closer than Minnesota...does that help? :)

5. Suewannabeinkc - yep - we're in Ohio - here's the website: http://www.springfieldantiqueshow.com/

6. I better start putting together a mailing list - and we can start thinking about our little Buckeye JUNK party!

And thanks all for your nice comments about our projects - I've started to work on some new "junk" for our November show (it really never ends...thank goodness!!)

Kathy

P.S. Janis - Terri has collaged for a while, and I just started (I made three new ones over the weekend) - they're so much fun.

OK - I know you're shopping at some secret junk hideaway somewhere in the woods of Minnesota - where the heck do ya find stuff like that?? ha ha!! Those are so COOL! And, of course - I love what you did with them (and tie clips to hold the photos...sweet!!!)

Happy Monday to you! And thanks for sharing!!!

Kathy

P.S. Great photos Mom!!! :)

Candy - So simple, so cheap, and so stylish - and I do mean all that in a VERY good way!! (Awesome!!)

Kathy

Great pics! Love the old baby shoes hung in the frame. And I love anything "beachy" - a unique way to display!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Thanks ladies! Midge - glad you've got your calendar marked - looking forward to your visit! Maybe we'll have to have a bit of a "junk potluck"!

Kim - I bought this old paperweight (empty) at an estate sale - and added the buttons, cut a circle out of a piece of a vinyl wallcovering sample that I got from work, and glued it to the bottom. The paperweights are cool because they magnify the contents. Gretchen gave me the idea of using them and I decided to do buttons in this one - I think she had done some for an occasional sale. Hoping to find more...

Kathy

Thanks! We have too much fun (if that's possible) with all of our "stuff"!

My fingers are crossed too - hoping for a caravan of members at Springfield in the spring! :) We'll be at the Scott Antique Show in Columbus, Ohio on Thanksgiving weekend - if anyone's nearby!

Hope you're having a great weekend - leaving now to check out a couple garage sales (the season is winding down...darn...!).

Kathy

WOW from me too! Your hanging lamps are so creative - beautiful job.

Thanks for sharing and welcome to JUNKMARKET Style - looking forward to more of your projects!

Kathy

I agree - That's just cool!!!

Kathy

Alright ladies - you're too funny - but we may need a caravan!! (I'm in too...)

Good luck with your sale - I can't believe how much stuff you have...feeling junk overload!! (I mean that in a good way!!)

Kathy

Very cool Jim! You've put these forgotten pieces of sewing paraphernalia to a great new use!

Love the look!

Kathy

grasshopper - love your window - I know you'll find somewhere to hang it - it's pretty and functional - great job!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Looks like some great stuff - best wishes on a great sale!

Kathy

Candy...we have to go! (Anne - I already have the prom dress - just need to start saving some $$$ to get there.)

Kathy

Thanks for checking out my post and for your comments! You can tell I LOVE this show!

Midge - so glad you'll be coming next year (Candy's coming too, and maybe Sharon, maybe Lani...ok the list is growng...) - we'll definitely have to have a little junk party or something!

Check out my blog for more pictures: www.sylviasdaughter.blogspot.com

Kathy

Thanks everybody - for coming along to Springfield! I think I could just travel the countryside - reporting from show to show...how cool would that be (and be able to buy a little along the way as well).

First...I agree - the clown is a little creepy (the more I look at him, the more he reminds me of that clown in the Stephen King movie..."It"). But he was unique!!! (thank goodness!)

Janis - as far as prices - this show runs from garage sale finds to fine antiques - but our prices in Ohio (and surrounding states) are definitely lower than other parts of the country (so, it's definitely worth a trip for collectors or people looking to re-sell). And, thanks for the info on the shoe scraper - I can see that...

gailmarie & Jim - the green cabinet was in a friend's booth - I admired it from afar! And, I didn't buy any of the globes, but wish I would have. Sue will be checking in here - so, she'll hear about her twin! :)

Karen - you're welcome - it's always great to see new members with new ideas to share - looking forward to more of your posts!

Anita - hope to see you there next year - the list of Buckeye Junkers is growing! ...and Candy - I'm working on it - the more the merrier!! ;)

...there's one more post to go!

Kathy

P.S. Thanks for the comments about my pic - it was time for a change - my friend said I needed to get rid of the bib overalls - I don't know...I kind of liked them!

Olive is a little sweetie! Very clever and love the hidden jewels too!! :)

Thanks for sharing and welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!

Kathy

P.S. I read in your profile that you sell at Brimfield - that's on my "to-flea" list!!! Will visit your website too!

You kicked up some great planters (and sounds like there may be two more somewhere...ha ha)! And, the pottery collection is awesome (I've got a bit of pottery too - don't ya just love it??)

Thanks for sharing and welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!!

Kathy

Anne - Ohhhhhh - way tooooo much fun! :) Lucky you!

Great purchases - can't wait to see your booth space - I know it's going to have a wonderful vintage look!!! :)

Kenda - you're too funny - I know what you mean about loving all the stuff you buy (therein lies part of my accumulation problem - and I still sell part of it! LOL)

Anne - will check your blog! Happy junking trails to you!!

Kathy

Great job Ang! The tin is so cute and makes a perfect clock face! Such a fun piece!

Thanks for sharing, Kathy

Nice save - the wood is beautiful and has a new purpose!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Candy - Don't let Lani see this...she's gonna want it!!! ;)

Anyway...amazing repurpose! It looks wonderful hanging in your foyer (I'm coming up for a visit - gotta see all this great stuff you're collecting - AND I want a tour!).

So, what you gonna do with the rest of them??? (inquiring minds want to know...)

Great save my friend!!

Kathy

gailmarie, Joanne & snowyowl...thanks for your comments. I just have too much fun with all this "junk" - but can you really have to much junk fun?? I don't think so! :)

Please check out Laurel's version of the serving dish - actually a few of them - they're awesome! http://www.junkmarketstyle.com/item/16387/de-light-ful-serving-piecesinspired-by-shabby-chick

snowyowl - hoping to see pics of your projects too!

Take care, Kathy

Laurel - you really did those serving dishes up right (and I bet the treats WERE tasty as well)! I'm sure you got lots of compliments from your friends too.

My favorite is the one on the silver base - but, they're all so sweet! I love how we inspire each other and then come up with creations that show our own style.

Very nice job! Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

P.S. Now...I want to have a party!!

What an awesome piece of art you created! Nice job!

Thanks for sharing, Kathy

Karen,

Beautiful fall display - I love vintage mirrors - they can be used in so many different ways.

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style!

Kathy

Thanks Sue & Gretchen! I know I'm gonna be dragging you all out here one of these days!!!

Gretchen - we have definitely made the transition into more neutral tones, and more silver/metal pieces - and everybody's liking it (and buying it). It seems like a more aged look - and can fit in with any color someone decorates with.

Sue - just call me "pics-r-us" - I've definitely got 'em!! :)

Take care, Kathy

These are wonderful - great save on the candleholders - and so clever how you've repurposed them!

Kathy

Jen - love your project - and the copper definitely adds a nice look to the piece.

I love flipping through the pages of the Junk Beautiful books for inspiration too!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Great project and story - an awesome re-discovery of your junking roots!!

I think there are quite a few of us who have a long history of junk - gotta love it!!! :)

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Very cute! Thanks for sharing it with us!

Kathy

Janis - I LOVE THESE! A great way to make the bottles a little sturdier and add a bit more "vintage" to the look.

And of course...you are the queen of jewels & ribbon!! And you wear your crown so well!! :)

Will have to check out chiccottagejunk - thanks!

Kathy

Thanks all! It was a great weekend, and we had fun setting up our space (except for the late night - had to use a floodlight from one of our "neighbors" so we could finish! We really should have just slept in our truck (it was almost midnight when we finished!).

Sharon - hope to see you there next year (and lots of others too)!

Alice - I checked your blog - love the angels! :)

Candy, ol buddy ol pal - we definitely need to talk!!

texasjunkermom - I'm not sure about the cloche... I looked at some on ebay (great place to get an idea on prices - saw an antique one (16" tall) starting to bid at $49 - and $20 for shipping...) so that price might be a little high if it's a new one??? - anybody else know??

Lani - I'm sure if the Grizzly would have gone shopping - he'd get be able to deal on some great prices!! And be able to carry heavy furniture too...a junk hunk!! :) (Lani - I'm all for a get-together!!)

Janis - thanks about the pic - I thought I needed something new - it may change again - not sure...haha!

Have a great week!! (and stay tuned for Part II)

Kathy

MB - three of my top ten favorite words!! Very nicely (and simply) done!! I need to try one of those cricuts...

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Challenge #1,325 or so it feels like, right?? They just keep coming and you keep pulling another awesome project out of your "challenge" hat!!

Your vintage frame is very cool - and I love your choice of paint color too. The door knobs really finish it off!

Keep up the good work! And good luck in Philly!

Kathy

OK Lani dear...your "simple" tables and their style are over the top cool!! Not sure which is my favorite - oh heck...I think I love them all the same!

The little table rise is super cute! And, what a great repurpose for that chandelier - it makes an awesome table! And, yes the chimney cap is probably the icing on your simple project "cake"!!!

Loving it all, my friend!

Kathy

Very cool and unique idea! Looks like lots of hard work went into it!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Your feedsack bags are so cute! It looks like you're a very talented/creative seamstress - these should sell well!

And...welcome to JUNKMARKET Style - you'll find lots of junk here to inspire you for sure! Looking forward to more of your posts.

Take care, Kathy

Laurel - looks like you got some great stuff at the Bonanza! The hose reel works so well as a plant stand - great idea! (You've got some great vintage decor!)

Thanks for sharing, Kathy

Again...great repurpose - you did an amazing job!

Thanks for sharing, Kathy

Marie - this is super sweet - what a great find and a perfect idea to reuse it!

Way to go!

Kathy

Love the table you made and your country setting looks beautiful - good luck with your sale!!

Kathy

Thanks again (no speech this time!)! Laurel, hope to see some pics of your girl's night decor...

Lani - yep, great memories - and a whole lotta fun!

Take care, Kathy

Sharon...would love to have an Ohio event...! I know there are a lot of Buckeye Junkers out there...and surrounding states too...right Midge, LuAnn??? Others?

It's definitely a great way to make new junking friends, and meeting in person is just way too much fun!!

Kathy

OK...you're all gonna make me blush! :) Thanks for your comments - ya just gotta love those super simple projects that put on a great show AND have a purpose in their new life as well!!

The junk potluck was a huge success (and so was the blog party) - thanks and congrats to Amy & Co. for all their hard work! And thanks for bringing us all together - everytime I look at the pics...there's a new memory...

Just a note...In your search for lamp bases, be sure to pick something that will hold up to the weight of your light fixture - you don't want it to be top heavy. These two pieces were surprisingly well balanced in weight and size. And, if a finial won't hold it together...I bet a little Gorilla Glue would do the trick, and then place something decorative over the hole to cover it up.

Take care, Kathy

WOW...like they said...can't believe someone would throw that out! Lucky you for finding it!

Kathy

Your junk angel is heavenly!!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

What a great guy - big smiles here too!

Very nice job!

Kathy

Oh...she's a cutie pie! Like Candy said...everything goes together perfectly!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

That's an amazing piece of furniture - a few things all rolled into one - fabulous job! It's not surprising that it sold right away!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Love your birdhouses - and what a creative way to hang them...from a ladder - great idea!!

Kathy

Geo - I really like this! Love the addition of the webbing and the fish stringer.

I've got one in my workspace that is covered with "junk" - ha ha - go figure - need to organize it a bit so I can see it! :)

These are such great pieces to work with - well done, my friend!!

Kathy

Great haul! You hit the junker's jackpot! I bet your sale will be a HUGE hit!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Great job - very "pretty in pink"!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

P.S. Good luck - hope you get your photo problem worked out... I changed a setting on my camera too and it worked on mine.

SWEET CUPCAKES & JUNK!!! What more could a girl ask for??? And, I do love the paper dress - how much fun is that?

It looks like a great time, and wishing all of you LOTS OF SALES AND LOADS OF FUN!

And - really feeling some serious pink camper envy! (It's sweet!!) :)

Kathy

P.S. Junkers were out in full force at Springfield - I'm betting it'll be awesome for you all as well!

Su-Z-Q! You have done it again (I really had no doubt...ha ha!)!!

Your little napkin rings are loaded with metallic elegance! Amazing...just amazing!

(And, Candy - I believe one of those did get stuck on "someone's" finger too...such cheap entertainment, right??)

Well done "again", my friend!!

Kathy

Marie - you ROCK - this is an awesome piece. I love how you painted the drawers and drybrushed them - it really added to the already great rusty patina of the cabinet. It is totally cool. (I want one!!!) It looks perfect in your craft/sewing room!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

What an awesome chair - those ties couldn't have gone together any better - it is a work of art!!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

What a fun piece - a great facelift for the clock you found!

And...welcome to JUNKMARKET Style - looking forward to more of your posts!

Kathy

Very cute - what a clever idea!

Kathy

Great job - I love little cabinets...and yours is darling!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

Yep - a great reuse for a drawer - I love the addition of the legs/feet!

Kathy

Very pretty - it really is a piece of art!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy

What a great reuse! Your redesign is beautiful!

Kathy

What a cool table - so much detail, and the color shows it off perfectly!

Kathy

That's a fun idea to group some spooky pics together! Very creative!

Kathy

It is a GREAT room! I love the stacked suitcases!

Thanks for sharing your space!

Kathy

Beautiful and what a great fall display.

You put some great elements together, and topped it off with an awesome paint color!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

You did it!! Very cool piece and I love wind chimes!

Kathy

What a great find - and a perfect reuse for it!

Welcome to JUNKMARKET Style and thanks for sharing! Looking forward to more of your posts!

Kathy

Kenda - looks like you spent your birthday in true junker's style!

Great use of the rub-on words on rocks...might have to try that too!

BELATED HAPPY HAPPY BIRTHDAY my friend!

Kathy

Sue - you've passed another's Editor's challenge with simple, elegant flying colors!

Love it!

Kathy

So...what's next??

Sue - Great post of a great event - with great fun and great presents provided by great friends - to a great person!! (and great is an understatement in our wonderful junking world...don't ya think?).

Anyway, so sorry to not be there (where's that private jet when I need it???).

So....up until 5:00 am - yikes...that beats our 4:30 - haha! :) (and...we missed dancing???)

Love that "angel" you got from Laurel - it's so cool! And, the necklace is awesome.

Happy, happy birthday,

Kathy

Jim - your motto should be "let there be light" because you create the best!!!

These pieces work beautifully together - love how you used the wood level!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Oh JENNY, JENNY, JENNY! Kicking up your artsy heels I see! Awesome as always!!!

Love it! Kathy

Thanks again - you all rock!! With all your great comments - I may have to ask more for it than I thought...ha ha (not really!).

AND...I REALLY appreciate all your good wishes for the show - AND I REALLY wish you could ALL be there (wouldn't we have a blast???).

Alice, I may have to make a couple more for the next show!

Sue, thanks...will take all the junker's juju I can get!

Kathy

P.S. Lawyergirl - can't wait to meet you. I'll have a JUNKMARKET Style sign out...(making one now...ha ha!!)

Janis..tres magnifique!!! Love what you did with the old cabinet door - beadboard is hard to find - lucky you!!

I'd love to visit Paris...fleamarkets, etc....

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Anne - the sign is a KEEPER for sure - lucky girl!!!

You're collecting some nice inventory to sell - can't wait to see what you come up with!!

GOOD LUCK TO YOU!

Kathy

Go Rach!!! Love your booth - and I spy your cute chenille lamp, and I L-O-V-E the mannequin head!

So glad you had a successful show!

Take care, Kathy

Sue, I love the use of the old trophy and of course Gretchen's jewelry...amazing as always. The flowers are the perfect touch of fall color!

I know what Gretchen means about the hug...we felt right at home the moment we walked in! :)

Well done!

Kathy

P.S. Have a fabulous day! :)

Thanks for your comments everyone. I almost didn't want to part with this one when it was finished...but, guess you can't keep everything, right??? LOL

I appreciate your support, and (since we've got a beautiful weather report for the weekend), hoping for a great show. I've got a new post on my blog showing pictures of some of the things we're selling, as well as details about the show...please stop by: http://sylviasdaughter.blogspot.com/

Thanks again - you're all the best!!

Kathy

Alice, you're making some beautiful jewelry, my friend! The Madonna and Child piece is wonderful!

Thanks for sharing and good luck with your new jewelry venture!

Kathy

First...welcome to JUNKMARKET Style, so glad you joined us!

Second...amazing repurpose of the glass chandelier - and so simple too! Very clever.

Third...can't wait to see more of your ideas!

Thanks for sharing! Kathy

Marie - you've officially joined the "lamp of the month" club! Great job - I love how you added the washers to the shade - and the base is way cool!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Great buy Marie - and I love how you displayed it. You and Alice are too funny, but I LOVE the idea...buy till you get it right! :) (practice, practice) OK...I officially have a new motto...thanks ladies! LOL

Kathy

Cute desk, and I completely understand your sense of accomplishment (a same day purchase/completed project)...congrats!

Take care, and thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Alice - what a sweet thing to do for your friend - and what a great sentiment. Very nicely done!

Thanks for sharing!

Kathy

Wonderful cupboards -I really admire folks who create beautiful pieces of furniture from old wood, etc...

AND about all that great junk you've got stockpiled - not sure what I love the most... Wishing you great success at your sale! (I really wish I was closer...)

Thanks for sharing, Kathy

What a beautiful bottle tree! And what a great new life you gave your little willow!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy