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The Vettel Farm

DIY, Home Decor, & Lifestyle blog

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Hello, I am so happy you are here. My name is Courtney and I am the creator of The Vettel Farm. I am a wife, mom, retired school counselor, cook, photographer, writer, and former rodeo queen.

A few fun facts about me:

  • I was born in New York and lived there until I was 9. I then moved to South Dakota (culture shock) and now live in North Dakota (my forever home).
  • I have watched Martha Stewart and read the Martha Stewart Living Magazine since I was 7. I have a collection of every single magazine.
  • I collect cookbooks. I have way too many and I have moved them way too many times.
  • I studied French in high school, with hopes of traveling to France to learn how to cook French cuisine, but I can really only tell you my name and that I like butter in french now.
  • I studied photography and journalism in college.
  • I was Miss Rodeo South Dakota in 2009 and was 2nd runner up to Miss Rodeo America in 2010.
  • I have a masters in Counseling and worked as a school counselor for 10 years. I retired two years ago to stay home with my littles and run The Vettel Farm full-time.
  • I hope to write a cookbook or vintage home decor book someday.

~Courtney

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I’m so excited to bring these planters back to l I’m so excited to bring these planters back to life and to incorporate a few new ideas too! Which is your favorite? 

💜 Antique Chair
💜 Antique Washing Machine 
💜 Cream Can
💜 Concrete Planters 
💜 Wash Tub on it’s side! 

#vintageplanter #garden #vintagegarden #gardening
Refrigerator magnets can be special too…. Vint Refrigerator magnets can be special too…. 

Vintage Frames + Strong Magnets = A Beautiful GIFT for anyone to enjoy! 💗💗💗💗

I always feel bad that I’m not one of those moms that loves the countless papers or art creations all over my fridge. But I do love their smiling faces! 💗💗💗💗

#magnet #vintageframes #refridgerator #diycrafts #vintageart
When I tell you I dragged my feet on this project When I tell you I dragged my feet on this project forever,  I truly did. I could not wrap my brain around how to get the back off of a watch, but it is so darn easy! This project literally took me 10 minutes. 

So a few notes, to take the back off of a watch,it’s very simple. You’re going to put a small amount of hot glue on the back of the watch and then glue on a wooden pencil. Let it dry then you’re going to simply twist and it will pop right off. When you’re ready to put the back on the watch, simply peel the glue off and pop it back on.

The other gadget that made this project so simple was the Polaroid printer that I have. I simply took a picture of an existing picture, printed it, and then cut it out by tracing the back of the watch.

The photo itself slips right in front of the watch mechanism so you don’t even have to take anything out if you wanted to keep the watch itself intact. 

I chose to do my mom and both of my grandma’s and I cannot tell you how happy this project makes me feel to see their smiling faces. 💗💗💗💗

Comment PRINTER and I’ll send you the link of the Polaroid printer that I used! Don’t forget to look at that jewelry table at the next garage sale you’re at for those fancy vintage watches! 

#watch #mothersday #mothersdaygifts #vintagewatch
I don’t know about you, but garage sale (or tag I don’t know about you, but garage sale (or tag sale as Martha would say) season brings me so much joy! ✨ We had a great day and found lots of new treasures on Friday!Saturday we doubled up and went to the Junk Market too! My heart (and trunk) is full! Check out my stories today to see all my “junk”! ✨✨✨✨

#garagesale #tagsale #garagesalefinds #lootshoot #vintagehunter
Flatlay Friday SHOP MY SQUARE 🐎How this sale wo Flatlay Friday SHOP MY SQUARE
🐎How this sale works🐎
🌹Be the first to claim an item with SOLD or ME and corresponding letter. I will DM you with a link to an Etsy invoice on Sunday to complete your purchase! Please message me when you have claimed an item.
🌹Questions do not hold items nor do shipping questions. Shipping is not included in the price.

A - Manchester European Style Biscuits Big Sioux Line Tin - some peeling/rust- $58 + Shipping 
B - Midcentury Regal Ware Supreme Pitcher - $28 + Shipping 
C- Antique Fretwork Corbels Set of 2 Bird - $120 + Shipping 
D - Framed “Ruby” with Doilie - with glass - $32 + Shipping 
E - Antique ornate frame - with glass - no backing - $28 + Shipping
F - Antique Framed “Rural Quietude” $52 + Shipping 
G - Pair Antique Serving Spoons - Oxford Silver Plate Co. & Crown Silver $36 + Shipping 

#flatlayfriday #flatlayfridaysale #fridaysale #derbyday #vintagedecor
A thrifted vintage Derby hat has the opportunity f A thrifted vintage Derby hat has the opportunity for a second life—as the star of my DIY Kentucky Derby centerpiece! A little color, a few fresh flowers, and voilà… the perfect touch of Southern sass and charm for race day. Who says hats are just for heads?

#kentuckyderby #kentuckyderbyhats #centerpiecesideas #derbyday
Yeehaw! We are celebrating our birthday girl in tr Yeehaw! We are celebrating our birthday girl in true rodeo style! We wrangled up some crafty fun with these DIY travel cups, complete with snacks, keychains, and coin purses—all made with love (and supplies) from @michaelsstores 

These are perfect for any travel occasion! 

Follow @michaelsstores and share how you #MakeItWithMichaels

#RodeoParty #CowgirlBirthday #CraftyCelebration #MichaelsMakers #DIYPartyFavors #10thBirthdayFun #makeitwithmichaels
This is your sign to print more photos and display This is your sign to print more photos and display them! I collected antique silver frames to display on this tray. All of these photos are very special to me! ✨✨✨ 

Do you display photos in a special way in your home? 

#photos #frames #keepsakes
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