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Nifty Thrifty:  Repurposing...what have you done lately?  |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
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Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
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Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
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 Posted - Jul 08 2018 : 5:06:51 PM
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What a cute idea, Vanessa!! Your new feeder is a fun yard art form for the Summer too!!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
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strength.dignity
True Blue Farmgirl
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Jamie
WAUSAU
WI
USA
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Posted - Sep 02 2018 : 9:43:45 PM
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I love repurposing items. My latest was an old door my mom picked up from a salvage shop. I turned it into a headboard for my brother. 
~ Jamie
"She is clothed with strength and dignity, and she laughs without fear of the future." Proverbs 31:25 |
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ceejay48
Farmgirl Legend/Schoolmarm/Sharpshooter
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CeeJay (CJ)
Dolores
Colorado
USA
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Posted - Sep 03 2018 : 6:22:36 PM
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I've been going through ALL of my craft supplies/sewing supplies, etc., purging and destashing. When I was going through vintage linens and laces I came across some small crochet lace "snippets" that I decided to use in my cardmaking.
Here are a couple of my cards that I used these pieces on. I've made others and have about 5 more "snippets" left to use.
I like the way they turned out!
CJ
..from the barefoot farmgirl in SW Colorado...sister chick #665.
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Bonnie Ellis
True Blue Farmgirl
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Bonnie
Minneapolis
Minnesota
USA
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Posted - Sep 03 2018 : 8:01:47 PM
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Really pretty!
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
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April
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Oregon
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Posted - Sep 07 2018 : 09:40:18 AM
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Love all the ideas!! You ladies are so talented!! I think our most recent repurpose project was an old tv cabinet from the 40's? We purchased it for a whole $25, put a little love and elbow grease into and are currently using it for my boys gaming systems (I can't stand looking at wires, boxes and gaming accessories all stacked up). It's very convenient and it hides EVERYTHING, the faux wooden doors are similar to a roll top desk and pull open. I actually really loved how it turned out!
Dreamer42
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
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Posted - Sep 07 2018 : 09:50:25 AM
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My in laws also had an old stereo cabinet that held those old fashioned beast of speakers, record player, radio, etc... my husband tore all that stuff out, added shelves, new cabinet doors, hardware, granite top (which you can't see as my hubs papers are covering the top of this cabinet right now) and we painted it. I use it for my Christmas china, serving trays, linens and other extra pretty dishes. Just love it! Thought I would share this picture as well!
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Dreamer42
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
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Posted - Sep 07 2018 : 10:09:00 AM
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CJ, I too, love to add lace and doily to my cards, journals, etc... love the texture it provides! I find it so pretty - even more so when it's just a dollop or tag of the lace... almost makes one wonder the history of the lace, where it came from, how it was used prior! So gorgeous!!
Jamie, love the head board - very masculine!
Vanessa, love the hummingbird wire gazebo you created - so cute!!
Dreamer42
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
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April
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Posted - Sep 07 2018 : 10:12:18 AM
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I've gone further back in the email thread - you ladies are so inspiring!! Such AMAZING repurposing ideas!! I look back to my thrifting and realize I've missed out on several projects I could of completed. I will need to spend more time on this thread for more inspiration! THANK YOU!! Looking forward to some new fall projects!!
Dreamer42
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
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Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
2285 Posts |
Posted - Jun 29 2019 : 5:23:39 PM
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We replaced two windows and I asked the handyman to save them so that I could do something artsy with them. I'm not really happy with my first attempt, because I forgot to consider where the umbrella handle should be, but I still have a second window to work with.
The windows also had screens, and I remember reading about painted screens years ago in a Michael's magazine. I invested in craft paint and blue tape, and carefully painted the picture of the squares from a cross stitch pattern, then painted the flag.
 
Farmgirl Sister #6754
Doxie Mom - Everyone loves a Weiner!
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windypines
True Blue Farmgirl
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Michele
Bruce
Wisconsin
USA
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Posted - Jun 30 2019 : 02:57:30 AM
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great projects Vanessa. Really different with the screen art. Hummm i have some screen sitting around.......... lol
Farming in WI
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Audra Rose
True Blue Farmgirl
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Vanessa
Brooksville
KY
USA
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Posted - Aug 21 2019 : 1:20:00 PM
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I loved the graphics on the sunflower seed bags, so I made them into shopping bags/totes. The bottoms are flat and they have a short lining at the top to secure the straps. My biggest problem was adjusting tension. These would also make great trick or treat bags!
Farmgirl Sister #6754
Doxie Mom - Everyone loves a Weiner!
There's no place like home!
Dorothy Gale
Nature speaks in symbols and in signs.
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
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Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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5 acre Farmgirl
True Blue Farmgirl
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~~~*Terri*~~~
WA.
USA
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Posted - Feb 19 2021 : 10:54:52 PM
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I repurpose clothing...
Into rugs, childrens clothing and washable toilet paper(urine only...lol)
Farmgirl Sister #368
~~*Terri*~~
Life is too short, it is just a vapor, live it like you wont have another minute with the ones you love......
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Nancy Joplin
True Blue Farmgirl
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Nancy
Ontario
California
USA
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Posted - Apr 23 2021 : 4:45:43 PM
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Hi, All!
I love the ideas! I plan to post some soon! I am new to the Sisterhood!
Thanks for all the inspiration!
Nancy |
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Nancy Joplin
True Blue Farmgirl
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Nancy
Ontario
California
USA
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Posted - Apr 23 2021 : 4:46:18 PM
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Hi, All!
I love the ideas! I plan to post some soon! I am new to the Sisterhood!
Thanks for all the inspiration!
Nancy |
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Posted - Jun 29 2021 : 05:28:58 AM
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Hi Farmgirls!
It’s been a while since I posted in this thread. I love all the ideas here. Also, welcome, Nancy!
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So on my back deck, we have a sitting area with a rocker and a wicker chair. On the other side is a table we eat al fresco on, and a few other chairs. There are fresh herbs and lettuce in pots, and lots of tea lights. We call this our “shabby chic porch”. The little table I had between the chairs, an old game table, was a bit tall and really too wobbly and frail to be outside. I have kept my eye open for something else to use as an end table. I found this adorable little 50’s kid table, made like the adult ones, and am repurposing it as an end table. I think it is so cah-ute as a an end table, and the perfect size. I will put it inside during winter, and maybe use it for Xmas with cookies or something. But for now, I just love the red on my red, white and blue porch! Not too bad for a $25 thrift shop find!
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
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Posted - Jun 29 2021 : 1:50:48 PM
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Nicole - your table is darling!! Perfect spot for it!
Dreamer42
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
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Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Posted - Jul 07 2021 : 5:25:57 PM
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Grace, Oh MY! You are right...lol! Gidget makes everythng even cuter!
I repurposed my old, broken beach umbrella instead of throwing it away. I use it in the yard now. I will have to post a pic and show how I didi it. I love repurposing things that would otherwise be thrown out.
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
Chapter Leader, CT Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, Jan. 2013
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Red Tractor Girl
True Blue Farmgirl
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Winnie
Gainesville
Fl
USA
6666 Posts |
Posted - Jul 08 2021 : 05:49:45 AM
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Nicole your little table is perfect for your cozy and festive porch sitting area!! I love how every piece fits together to make a space that is inviting without spending lots to accomplish the goal. I always love to see your repurposing projects so thank-you for inspiring me and others here!!
Winnie #3109
Red Tractor Girl
Farm Sister of the Year 2014-2015
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katmom
True Blue Farmgirl
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Grace
WACAL Gal
WashCalif.
USA
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Posted - Jul 21 2021 : 2:06:24 PM
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Hmmm, Nicole, thinking about your old beach umbrella... you could wrap lace and satin trimings around it... or place it in your garden, and attach bits-n-pieces of fabric (6" sq) to freely float and flutter in the breeze... if nothing else,, it will be entertaining to your wild birds... lol!
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texdane
Farmgirl Legend Chapter Leader Chapter Guru
4658 Posts
Nicole
Sandy Hook
CT
USA
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Posted - Jul 28 2021 : 11:27:51 AM
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Hi Grace,
Oh I repurposed it to be useful. We have a pool in the yard and need the umbrella for shade. It is now a great umbrella to sit under after swimming. Will post a pic later.
Farmgirl Hugs,
Nicole
Farmgirl Sister #1155
Suburban Farmgirl Blogger
Chapter Leader, CT Simpler Life Sisters
Farmgirl of the Month, Jan. 2013
Suburban Farmgirl Blog
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
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Posted - Dec 01 2022 : 11:50:02 AM
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Repurposing idea: I still love to use my previous years Christmas cards to cut little gift tags out and use on my current years gifts. I always think they look so special and the different sized tags poking up from the bows always adds a pretty dimension for under the Christmas tree.
A gift idea I love: My cousin received my grandmothers recipe box of her hand written recipes when she passed years ago, two years ago my sister was able to "borrow" them, took pictures and created a recipe book through shutterfly with all my grandmothers recipes, baking quotes and photos of my grandparents through out the years. One of my favorite gifts ever. So sweet and sentimental.
Another gift idea I love for the kiddos: A time capsule. My boys were each gifted a metal time capsule tin when they were born which I have built on and added to over the years for them. Because I loved this idea and am personally so sentimental, I have also created "handmade" time capsules for my nephews and two god daughters... you can use a box, wrap it up pretty, personalize it with a cut slot in it so you can insert time capsule items/keepsakes into... or find a keepsake box of any kind, wood, cardboard with a lid and hinge or not, and then insert special items into that time capsule to gift. You can also add to it over the years. Each year on my nephews birthdays, I send them a birthday gift and then a time capsule gift which mom inserts into their time capsule. She will determine when they get to open their time capsule. Items I have included over the years are: Time magazine from the year they were born, uncirculated coins from the year they were born, copies of any family military dog tags (you can get copies made on line very inexpensively) Letters from family, friends, godparents, a bible, the coordinates of a grandparent and where their ashes were spread, a $2 bill and the history of it, DVD copy of family movies taken, Special family photos with a memory, anything that represents them and their family history. Family can also add to this over the years if they'd like. I hope someone finds this idea inspiring and/or useful if they need a sentimental gift idea.
Dreamer42
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Dreamer42
True Blue Farmgirl
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Posted - Dec 01 2022 : 11:58:41 AM
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Sharing another repurposed gift idea: My husband repurposed a porch pillar/column thingy into a coat rack for me over 20 years ago, he added support feet and hangers - I still love it today! Perhaps someone may like this idea and have a column thingy sitting around they can re-purpose!
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Dreamer42
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