Tag Archive for re-purpose

Let’s Talk Crocks

Let’s talk about crocks! No, not those cute little shoes perfect for summer wear! Those beautiful stoneWARE pottery pieces that were once used to hold food before the days of refrigeration.

They were watertight and could hold a wide variety of items. Well, now we don’t need to hold food in them! We have a wide variety of crocks in the store, different sizes and shapes, with limitless possibilities for use in your home!

These two are my favorites! I don’t use traditional end tables in my home so a large crock would be perfect in my meditation library next to my reading chair! And what a great way to display your collection of antique kitchen gadgets!!!

I also use a crock for a doorstop because the stoneware is heavy, so think about bookends or holding up an old bookshelf that has just a bit of a lean but you just can’t part with it!

Entertaining is another great time to re-purpose your smaller crocks! You can put your Grandmother’s flatware out in a crock if you are serving your delicious meal banquet style.

We all know what Nancie uses her crocks for…planters!!!

   

Whatever you use your crocks for, please stop in, introduce yourselves if we haven’t met, and show us pictures of what you have done! Can’t wait to see you!

Carolyn, hanging out with Nancie, Winston, and Ziggy

 

Funky Vintiques @ Lafayette Antiques

 

Today’s we are showcasing Funky Vintiques. You will notice a wide range of antiques, collectibles & more in Funky’s space. One of her favorites is primitives and boy does she has some awesome primitives!

Take a look at all of this architectural salvage. Just imagine all of the cool you can create with all of these windows, spindles, ceiling tiles, and more!

 

 

And, for those of you that do not have the time to re-purpose vintage windows, Funky has done it for you! These pictures do not do these windows justice.

 

Don’t forget to check out Funky Vintiques website for more info and updates on antique shows you can find her at!

http://funkyvintiques.com

 

Have an awesome day, and until next time!

Nancie & Winston

Old Shutters

We have several sets of old shutters in the store, and I got to thinking (I know – that is dangerous). How can I creatively use a couple of them?

Yes, we all love them painted and shabby, but what else can we do with them? Here you go!

This would be adorable as a side table next to the bed or a little extra storage in the bathroom, or on the counter in the kitchen.

It would look so cute with plants, colorful vintage cooking utensils, or a couple of recipe books and a recipe box. The possibilities are limitless!

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This adorable shelf would look great in the laundry room, entry way, or even the bedroom. Add a few old door knobs and you have a coat rack!

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What a cute way to add storage in a small bathroom to store towels, toiletries, or just a plant or two!

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Would love to see how you have re-purposed old shutters in your home!

Have an awesome day.

Nancie, Haley d’Pug & Winston

Old Picture Frames

Several years ago I quit buying old picture frames because I could never sell them. I know that everyone has picture frames with family photos.

I just discovered a very clever way to use those old frames that I could never sell.

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Have an awesome day!

Nancie, Haley d’Pug & Winston

Container Gardening

I am guessing that everyone is feeling like I am with this winter, and just waiting to get into their garden and play. That is why I am sharing several of my favorite container gardens that can be created with what you have laying around the house!

And, yes we have all of these containers in the store just waiting for your creativeness if you don’t have them laying around your house!

And don’t forget to share your pics.

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Have an awesome day!

Nancie, Haley d’Pug & Winston