Projects in Review

Like I said, I am a crafter without prejudice and seem to go through phases of crafting. Here are a few projects from the past year.

A fabric necklace for Valentine's Day inspired by one I saw in a store for $20. I cut cost by using left over ribbon and fabric scraps for a grand total of about $8-$10 dollars.

Twisted rosette wreath inspired by this post I found on pintrest: http://kikicreates.blogspot.com/2011/02/quick-and-fun-project.html

My friends and I love a good themed party. This was for the birthday girl of a surprise party in the fall. The base was a vintage top hat and I used fabric scraps and feathers to make all the of the flower details. (I kinda have an obsession with fabric flower crafts.)

This picture frame was inspired by my Alma mater, Lamar University. It was made by modge podging scrapbook paper on a plain wooden frame and then adding small details (i.e. wooden bird, tulle, feathers, button). Although it is supposed to be a cardinal, most of my kids just think its a nod to Angry Birds!

Hoarder vs. Eclectic

There is a fine line between being a hoarder and being eclectic. A must to keep in mind when browsing a flea market, antique store, or auction. My parents have mastered the art of having an eclectic/vintage/antique decked out house by keeping this in mind. It is even become a business for my dad. Chandeliers are not all pomp and circumstance at our house. They are scrap metal turned into blinged out art. This might possibly explain my compulsion towards all things vintage and the notion that anything can be painted and repurposed. (Again, toeing the line of hoarder, unless you can turn a profit :)

These days I no longer search for vintage jewelry finds (did I mention I have a broach collection? what 23 year old has one of those?!) instead I search for:

-light fixtures (often I needn't step any further than my back porch)
-vintage dinnerware
-tufted furniture
-cuckoo clocks (my newest collectible)
-dresser/shelving
-industrial fixtures

as I am in the process of moving out and furnishing a place of my own. It may be at a snails pace, but as they say "Slow and Steady wins the race." Anyways, look for projects and finds to include the above. They may not be the modern girls treasures, but they suit this old soul just fine.