Vintage lamps are always so unique and quirky. They have been on the top of my thrifting list lately because of all the fun up-cycles you can create with them. Today I am going to share two easy up-cycles for a pair of milk glass thrifted lamps I found recently. These lamps would be entirely perfect on their own as lamps, but if you aren't in the market for lamps, they can make the perfect cloche base or even pair of candle holders. This DIY was so very simple, anyone can do it! Supplies vintage lamp(s) nut & bolt cloche candles hot glue (optional) Directions Unscrew the mechanical parts of the lamp. Most lamps unscrew in many different pieces. You can ...
Harvest Wreath DIY
I have always wanted to make a harvest wreath using Indian corn. Our grocery stores always carry this during Fall and the colors are just spectacular. Mr. Vettel said that I can harvest all the corn kernels and grown my own Indian corn next summer too! Supplies needed: - Indian Corn (you can order online here) - Grapevine Wreath (I used this one) - Glue Gun (I have had great success with this one!) Directions With your grapevine wreath on a flat surface, arrange your corn in the desired pattern. I used six large and 24 small ears, with a 1-4-1-4 pattern. With the glue gun put a substantial amount of hot glue on the ear of corn and attach to the wreath. Hold for a few ...
Antique Insulator Outdoor Lighting
Have you ever seen an antique insulator? The most common varieties come in various hues of blue and crystal clear glass. Their initial use was to protect homes from lighting strikes. As history pushed forward, antique insulators were used for electrical and telephone wiring. The first insulators were smaller, as they only needed to protect one wire. Over time more wires were present, hence creating larger insulators. The peak of insulator production was from 1920-1950, when the Unites States moved to providing more telephone access to outlying farms and homes. In the 1950's most electrical companies switched over to porcelain insulators. I have often seen these and always wondered to ...
Antique Heater Grate DIY
Back in the day, heater grates were so stunning! They had intricate patterns and the most beautiful patina. I have seen really neat projects where people make beautiful tabletops out of them, but I'm not that talented yet! I knew I wanted to display this gorgeous piece for spring and what better than tucking in a few faux succulents? Faux succulents are seriously the best ever! They look very authentic, they are relatively inexpensive and YOU NEVER HAVE TO WATER THEM! That's my favorite part! The opportunities are endless here, you could fill the entire grate with small succulents or create a pattern like I did with the draped succulents. No matter what you choose, it is a neat display ...
