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The Vettel Farm

DIY, Home Decor, & Lifestyle blog

Christmas Home Tour 2022

December 24, 2022 by thevettelfarm

I feel like I am living in my own real life Groundhog Day movie feature. This is the third time we have been snowed in this Fall and we have had to cancel lots of plans. I hope sharing my Christmas spaces brings you joy as the country embarks on this nasty snow storm and cold temperatures in the next few days. Christmas Family Room The real centerpiece of the family room this year is the Santa wall. I rounded up all of my vintage Santas and put them along one wall in our family room. I used various cubbies and crocks to showcase them all in a whimsical way! Can you really have too many Santas?  The vintage ones are just so charming! I wanted to keep the fireplace more simple this ...

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Colorful Vintage Inspired Christmas Decor

November 11, 2022 by thevettelfarm

This year I am bringing in ALL the colors to my vintage Christmas decor! Typically I am a traditional red and green gal, but my King of Christmas pink flocked tree has convinced me that color is everything this year! Think bright, colorful Shiny Brites, Christmas trees in every color, and the most adorable Putz houses in every shade of the rainbow! I have rounded up a few of the amazing vintage inspired finds that are inspiring me for my colorful, holiday decor this year! And if you are in the market for a new Christmas tree, this pink Christmas tree is so, so good. It is a marvelous shade of pink and the flocking makes it look so vintage. I can not wait to outfit it in some dazzling ...

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The Best Reproduction Santa Mugs

November 17, 2021 by thevettelfarm

I don't think I've ever met a Santa mug that I didn't like and reproduction Santa mugs are no exception! Christmas reproductions are some of my very favorite. There are so many different options of vintage Christmas and they look so authentic. Here is a roundup of my favorite reproduction Santa mugs on the market this year! ...

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Vintage Inspired Christmas Trees

November 14, 2021 by thevettelfarm

The magic of Christmas always begins with the Christmas tree. There is something so special and nostalgic about the Christmas trees of the past. They were bursting with color, sparkle and so much class. Aluminum trees remain my favorite of all vintage Christmas trees. They have such a unique shape and when paired with vintage ornaments, the combination is unbeatable. True vintage trees can be tricky to find and very expensive during the holiday months. Thankfully there are so many wonderful vintage inspired options to choose from in stores today. I love to mix vintage and new for a unique look in our Christmas spaces. Here are a few of my favorite vintage inspired Christmas trees this ...

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Vintage Style Christmas Blow Molds

November 11, 2021 by thevettelfarm

Santa Blow Mold Candle  Candle (red) Toy Soldier North Pole Sign Frosty the Snowman Angel Wreath But if true vintage blow molds are your jam, you can support the small businesses in the shops below by purchasing a blow mold from their shops! There is nothing more magical than the glow of a blow mold during the starry nights of the Christmas season!     ...

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Hearth & Hand Vintage Inspired Christmas Finds 2021

October 10, 2021 by thevettelfarm

It's finally that time of year, where all the new holiday decor is coming out! One of my favorite brands comes from the one and only, Joanna Gaines with the Hearth & Hand collection from Target. This year's collection has so many great items that lend a nostalgic, vintage feel. I like to add in new elements each year that pair perfectly with the real deal vintage style Christmas treasures. All of these items are available now (I have my eye on a few that come out later in October too) and you better shop quickly, because these items will go fast this year! I hope you like these vintage inspired items that I chose and that you too will choose a few to add to your home this year for ...

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Favorite Fall & Holiday Sweatshirts

September 26, 2021 by thevettelfarm

Every year I treat myself to a new Fall sweatshirt and a new holiday sweatshirt. I love nothing more than cozy leggings, fuzzy socks, and a cute new sweatshirt for the season. Add in a little decorating, baking and your favorite holiday movie and you have the most magical day ever. This year I am having a difficult time deciding, because there are just so many to love! Comment below with your favorite and treat yourself to a cozy sweatshirt this year to celebrate the seasons! Fall Sweatshirts Shop below here! Holiday Sweatshirts   ...

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My Favorite Hobby Lobby “Vintage Style” Ornaments

September 2, 2021 by thevettelfarm

  ONE  |  TWO  |  THREE  |  FOUR  |  FIVE  |  SIX  |  SEVEN  |  EIGHT |  NINE     ...

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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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