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How fun - just another excuse for me to buy even more plates from the thrift shop! -
I know! I keep a list in my purse so I can remember everything I'm looking for when I'm thrifting. The memory's not what it used to be. lol. -
I love these also. I am just wondering how heavy the plates are, i tried mine and they seemed heavy, so i am waiting for more instruction or nerve! -
These are great.. will definitely try these when I get time for my new place.. tks for sharing -
Hi Bernice: I did keep the pieces that I used on the lighter side. I know some china can be quite heavy. The GOOP adhesive is very strong as long as you follow the instructions and let it set long enough. Also, the staking in the ground is super important. You need to make sure they go in deep enough so they can stand up to wind and weather. My flower plates were out until November (we have snowy winters here) and are in fabulous shape. If you're nervous about it try using some plates you ...»
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You might want to try Clear "Liquid Nails. It is what I use on glass totems for the garden. Holds super good and you can't see it and weight isn't an issue. One of my totems is almost 3' high and you can pick it up by one of the top pieces and no problems! -
You're welcome Flora. Hope you post some pics when you make yours.
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Thanks Lynn. I'm sure Liquid Nails works great as well. I've just always used the Marine GOOP Adhesive on all my garden art items. It's clear also, and is very strong as it's meant to be used on boats, and can withstand the elements in my neck of the woods.
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Could you please tell us what you are using for stakes and how that is attached on the back? Thank you! -
i would like to know what is used for the stakes also -
Add to this post...I make bird baths and seed feeders using the same thrift store finds. I use Goop to attache a pretty plate to an overturned bowl....well-ahh! Friends ask where I got that...and I can make them one, too! If they break...only a few pennies lost! -
Hi Judy and Lin: I used pieces from an old garden swing that I had. They were the right length and worked perfectly. You could probably use copper piping, or some other type of piping that is the right width. You would just have to flatten the end that you're gluing to the backs of the plates with a hammer for easier gluing. If you click on the post link in the description above it will take you to the post on my blog so you can get more info. Thanks, Tuula
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Hi Harlee: I couldn't agree more. I also make bird baths and bird feeders, and I thrift all the pieces for them. That way I'm not heartbroken if something breaks (OK, I might still be heartbroken for a couple of secs, but at least I didn't spend too much.) Tuula
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hi,I just gave one of my tiers to my s/dtr,I think she was impressed,hubs said it was elegant and simple,the prettiest one yet. A aww.........so now I am game to try this! used e6000 on that particular tier,pic is in my posts,the purple one . please forgive this disjointed post.we are out of town and am using iPad first time. More time consuming than a keyboard...and frustrating! Because I am struggling on it.
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These are very pretty and I will put this on my list for spring projects this year. I saw some like this at the farmer's market last year for $20 and more! Thank you. I was not sure which glue to try/ -
Have been collecting things this winter for trying this project for spring. Thanks for the glue ideas Was wondering what was the best to use. -
my new flowers for spring, can't wait to get started. -
Tuula..I posted on your site today, 3/20, how are you putting them in the ground? I have some assembled but not going to glue until I know how to secure in ground so they wont fall over in soft soil. So...how did you do it?
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Hi Bernice. To stake the flowers into the ground just make sure that whatever you're using for stems/stakes are long enough so they go down deep. I would make sure they go down into the ground by at least a foot. I don't like to affix anything into the ground permanently because I have winter here and I don't want them to leave them out in the elements. Also, I don't use any items that I cherish too much in case there's a freak storm or something, and if you're worried about wind place ...»
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Tuula! Love it! What a great idea! I'm definitely going to try this. (And so happy to have found you here! I'm going to follow you!) -
I love the idea. Thanks for sharing
