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FunkyJunk Interiors - Donna

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  • I think it should be law that every home has a front porch. Alongside tall pillars and flowers, there's no more welcome sight!
  • Quirky details make the grade here. LOVE the sign!
  • Why don't they make covered bridges any longer? So beautiful!  I wonder if there's an actual reason this use to be done?
  • These fences are built with no tools nor holes. They are scattered around Gettysburg and were used in the battlefields so the farmers could move them around. I ADORE this look and hope to emulate it somehow. Maybe around the garden...
  • Loving this grouping of trees in pots... who says a patio can't be lush and amazing?
  • An old train station wears cheerful, complimentary colours in Gettysburg. Note flowers aren't even missed when the building takes centre stage? It's beautiful!
  • This is part of the #htlucketts series. Click the hashtag in the main text area to visit the entire series from other bloggers too.
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Gathering Inspiration From Old World Charm - Fresh From Pennsylvania

Upon a recent trip to Pennsylvania, I was charmed with all the historic and vintage buildings.

We could learn a thing or 3 from the way things use to be done! Here's a little small town ...»

Americana to inspire and charm you! (more at the blog link)

click #htlucketts for the full series

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Which of these features speaks to you the most?

Is there anything you could implement into your own home from this group?

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  • Welcome to Karen's beautiful 2 story plus basement home! Come on in!
  • Karen is known online as The Graphics Fairy. She specializes in free vintage clipart as well as a DIY blog where she shows what to do with it.  She's on Hometalk at: http://www.hometalk.com/thegraphicsfairy
  • Imperfect perfection - a distressed black kitchen table is a true sign of warmth and casual. Coffee anyone? (her coffee was good too!)
  • Layers matter - platters holding dried hydrangeas are the perfect centrepiece, offering colour and a little bit of the outdoors.
  • Store it - vintage baskets and boxes store kitchen essentials. Bringing in wood tones offers warmth like nothing else.
  • Bring the outdoors in - a giant cloche on a wood round holding succulents brightens up this cool coffee table.
  • Group for impact - tarnished gold trophies are the perfect way to bring vintage bling into your vignettes. Grouping like minded components also gives you more bang for your buck.
  • Mix up overscale and small - statement pieces like this clock offer an amazing focal point, perfect for above a fireplace.
  • Fill things up - dried hydrangeas find their way into this sweet trophy used as a vase.
  • Tell a story - this lovely, airy bedroom with sheer curtains overlooks a meadow. The room colour marries the view perfectly!
  • Details count - the angel wings add an interesting quirk to this lovely tall armoire. It wouldn't have been the same without them!
  • Beautiful storage - Karen collects LOTS of paper, so she's found ways to avoid the big box stationery store and goes vintage instead with drawers, wire baskets, and bookshelves.
  • Make it yours - and sometimes we just need a little art around us for no other reason than to adore it.
  • Check out the full tour at: http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2013/05/3-home-tour-of-the-graphics-fairy.html
  • This is part of the #htlucketts series. Click the hashtag in the main text area to get all the deets on this fabulous Hometalk Meetup event!
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A full home tour that'll knock your socks off! - The Graphics Fairy

Do you ever wish there was an official guidebook on how to decorate your home? When is there too much stuff? When is there not enough? ...»

Karen, who goes by The Graphics Fairy on her blog, has it DOWN. I recently had the privilege of spending a few days with her during the #htlucketts event and took advantage of the chance to shoot Karen's home.

Guys, this home is so inspiring. I'd call her style upscale vintage minimalist. She has JUST the right amount of everything, it's productive AND beautiful!

There's more to this tour via the blog link, however here's lots to get you started, loaded with some decor advice.

I only have one question... where's her BAD junk?! :)

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Could you stand to get rid of too much stuff and go Karen style?

Which is your favourite feature in this post?

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada 12 hours ago
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    Adventures in Decorating 7 minutes ago
    Beautiful, indeed ... Karen - The Graphics Fairy is amazing!
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  • A HomeTalk clipboard of YOUR cool garden junk! http://www.hometalk.com/b/144398/garden-happy 1
  • My little pallet walkway was quick, easy and free! http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2012/07/pallet-wood-walkway-all-prettied-up.html 7
  • This drill handled toolbox is perfect for fresh cut flowers from the garden. http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2011/05/junk-style-one-board-tool-box-build.html 1
  • Plant your own herb garden in old kettles! I did. :) http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2012/06/herb-garden-old-kettle-style.html 3
  • My junky shed out back makes for one pretty cute focal point. http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2010/06/decorating-great-outdoors-with-junk-for.html 2
  • These rusty old headboards were perfect to hold up my sweetpeas! http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2010/08/more-tips-and-junk-in-garden.html 1
  • I call the ladder filled birdhouses the Birdie Hotel. Sadly, the bees generally book the pent house.. http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2010/06/decorating-great-outdoors-with-junk-for.html 5
  • You'd never know there was  a crusty old wheelbarrow underneath these blooms gone wild. http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2010/08/more-tips-and-junk-in-garden.html 4
  • My own entire collection of gardening tips are at: http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2010/05/outdoor-project-and-tips-on-fji.html
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How to grow JUNK in your garden

I have a litte garden trick I play. When the plants are still fairly young, I'll place selected junk pieces among the young blooms to fill up the garden beds. Not only will your garden ...»
look more lush, you'll have some cool stuff to look at too!

Here's my own collection of garden junk, including a HomeTalk clipboard!

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada on Feb 14, 2013
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    Karin Graham on Mar 18, 2013
    i purchased one from a ventor at a Garden show, there are bigger ones but i bought a small one ...»
    i could aford, have a friend that used multi colors in bottles looks great to ,mine are all blue

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  • Placing the planks in a slight curve as well as random alignment made for a slightly more interesting take. 4
  • Decide where you desire your pathway to go, and make it happen! This was after a few shrubs were pulled out and new topsoil was placed. 1
  • Here's a picture from year #2. It held up as if it's still brand new! 2
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  • Here is the very full before!
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A little walkway out of pallet boards

This quick little project really couldn't be easier! Reclaimed pallet boards were used to create a new walkway through a flower bed. The planks make it an absolute dream to weed by simply ...»
lifting the applicable board, and are just high enough to clear any water run off. And yes, they are staying in place and have shown no rot in over 3 years thus far.

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada on May 21, 2012
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    Linda Fraine 4 days ago
    wicked cool!!!!
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  • Isn't this edge pretty? Trust me, this is very easy to do. All you need are three tools you likely already have on hand. 6
  • This was the before. Does this look more like what you have in your own yard? Let's fix this right up!
  • This is a simple half moon edger. Make a nice fresh cut along the grass part of your edges in a nice smooth arc.
  • Once the cut is made, trench out the soil with a hand held garden shovel and mound it away from the edge. Trim the grass along the edge horizontally and vertically to get that nice crisp haircut look.
  • The trench allows for water run off and soil falling, and the shadow just creates a really dazzling finish. 3
  • I created a fun little chart that displays the process a little better. Come check out all 4 steps as well as many other after shots at:

http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2012/07/how-to-edge-flower-beds-like-pro.html 5
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How to edge flower beds... like a pro!

My brother is a pro gardener and many moons ago, he shared how he professionally edged flowerbeds. I get comments asking how I do my own, so today I'm sharing my secrets! ...»

How do you edge your flowerbeds?

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada on Jul 17, 2012
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    Linda Anthony 23 hours ago
    I've done 'ditches' for years - most of the time I fill part of the ditch with mulch - ...»
    however, THIS year I am going to keep my mulch out of the ditch because the weeds find it easy to grow in the mulch. The tool you call the half moon is actually a scraper - we have one we use in the barn. Also use Preen twice a year - early spring to catch the weed and grass seeds, and then again just before we use the mulch. Preen kills SEEDS so be careful where you use it - will NOT harm any plants. Regardles of maintaining, it ALWAYS looks better than the alternative!

    One more thing, this also 'mounds' your landscaping which shows off your plantings much better!

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  • An old horse gate found on someone's burn pile is now my headboard with hooks, changeable with every season. Fun!

Visit post at: http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2012/05/how-to-decorate-bedroom-with-messy.html 4
  • An old grocer's sign became a whimsical wall element behind a daybed for a playroom. Coordinate bedding with the sign graphics and call it done.

Visit post at: http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2009/11/one-funky-playroom-reveal.html 2
  • An old gate and door, trimmed out with some painted metal siding became part of a whimsical shabby retreat for this white bedroom makeover.

Visit post at: http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2009/11/bedroom-makeover-part-3-reveal.html 5
  • A headboard can be as simple as some wooden painted clouds and hanging stars. 

Visit post at: http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2009/12/young-boys-retreat-bedroom-reveal.html 2
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How to create your own headboard... from junk!

I love to sway away from the norm for most things home. I just find it incredibly inspiring to find a nothing and make it into a something. ...»

So you've got to know the headboards I use in my own home must be rather unique, right? :) The following pictures are found objects I've used to make headboards for my own home. It's a pretty neat feeling knowing I can knock off my own kind of furniture with a few good finds and a little creativity.

How to do it on a budget:

Just look for one big thing or a collection of small elements that will work with the size bed you have. Mount them, snoop around the thrift stores for pillow cases and quilts, decorate, and enjoy your new look for very little cost.

What do you think? Crazy or cool? Do you have an unusual headboard?

(Visit each picture for the direct link to that project.)

#Recycle

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada on Jul 08, 2012
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    DeEtte Bruce 6 days ago
    I enjoyed your ideas glad to that someone else out there enjoys searching for ...»
    treasure(creative junk) and recreating like I do great ideas.

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  • This little junk styled coffee table is the perfect fit for our living room.
  • This pallet had straight nails so it was a breeze to take apart with a hammer and crowbar. The wood then received a good sanding and dry fit after the pieces were cut.
  • The entire build was mounted with screws, starting with predrilled holes. Trust me when I say, predrilling holes is the answer to an effortless build.
  • And now for the fun part! Gotta junk it up.
  • Support beams never looked so... junky. :)
  • Pallet wood has never been so productive. :)
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A junk styled pallet wood coffee table ANYONE can make

I couldn't help myself. I found yet another pallet with rockin' awesome wood and had to go and make another piece of furniture. My new coffee table was so easy to make, non builders (like ...»
myself) will have no issue with this one.

#Love2Repurpose

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada on Oct 25, 2012
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    Linda Wark on Jan 27, 2013
    Creative and beautiful result!
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  • All the rustic bling makes for a fun focal point in the backyard. The white planter box use to be a firetruck parts crate. A couple pallets offer a front step and side walkway. A rusty old vintage headboard became a gate. 9
  • The before. The lovely cow mural was hand painted by a friend, which now is safely in storage until it lands a new location. 4
  • Odds and sods were used to create a door. The wreath is made from canning jar lids. 6
  • Junky relics chime in well with bright red geraniums. 2
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  • Visit HomeTalk's old window project clipboard for even more cool old window ideas! http://www.hometalk.com/b/156974/old-window-redos
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A rustic shed made from reclaimed lumber

A little green house in my backyard received a facelift. The plastic was replaced with repurposed fencing boards captured from another's burn pile, a few barn windows, then the decorating ...»
began. Junky relics were added to create a fun focal point which now houses firewood.

This shed is part of a 4 part series showing the entire build. Lots more to see!

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada on May 22, 2012
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    Lynn R on Apr 29, 2013
    I Love This !! the coke bottle signs make it perfect !!
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  • When my eyes laid on this concrete chair, I knew this party wouldn't disappoint. Isn't it an amazing idea? See how two of them sit together at the blog link! 9
  • The main stage was totally decked out with crates and repurposed junky planters. Isn't the black so striking? 1
  • When you first walked into the store, you were greeted with this cool wagon decked out in pretty blooms. Outstanding eye grab.
  • I fell in love with these fat little rusty birds. Why didn't I take one home again?!
  • The store actually resides in what use to be several barns, with this bubble chandelier being the star of the show in this room. it's created from Christmas ornaments. Crazy amazing!
  • Here's a close up of that amazing chandy! See the store at Christmas at: http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2011/11/ultimate-girls-day-out-with-tamara-part_29.html 3
  • The store was littered with the coolest displays. Visit the blog link provided for the full meal deal tour... it's a BIG one!
  • The main premise of the Hometalk Meetups is to walk away from the computer screens and go hook up in person. HT is onto something.. I'm so glad I finally met Stephanie aka Garden Therapy and so many others! http://gardentherapy.ca/its-
  • My job was to encourage women with a couple talks, one being how to build beginner toolboxes. It was so exciting to watch the enthusiasm!
  • I precut all the wood and bundled them up with a quirky handle and junk jewelry. I wanted the gals to build their own. Aren't I tricky? http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2013/04/hometalk-meetup-milner-village-junky-toolbox-kits.html 1
  • My trick worked! Go, girl!
  • Nadine lucked out as I built hers for the demo but I sure want to see this one decked out all pretty like!
  • Tell me this room doesn't scream spring! Host Tamara and team did such an outstanding job! Totally top notch!
  • And the FOOD! Afternoon tea was catered by The Little White House in Langley, B.C. Canada. AMAZING. 2
  • A HUGE thank-you to Hometalk and Milner for putting together the wild flower seed packs that were inside the swag bags. I cannot wait to plant mine!
  • Milner Village Garden Centre is located in Langley, BC Canada, and is loaded with perennials, annuals, and one of the most outstanding gift shops I've ever seen. They host the most creative events imaginable. http://milnervillage.webs.
  • This photo heavy post is a feast for your eyes! Check out the full deets at: http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2013/04/milner_village_garden_centre_hometalk_meetup_event.html
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Outrageous garden features and toolkit making! HT Meetup at Milner

This week I had the extreme pleasure of taking part of a super cool event! This Hometalk Meetup was all about gardening and you won't believe how the place was decked out! ...»

Milner Village Garden Center is the retail division to Darvonda Nurseries, the outfit that caters to all the Costco stores! But there's more to the story as you'll soon see... MUCH more. Get ready for some MAJOR eye candy...

#Recycle#HometalkMeetup

#HTMeetupMilner

#SummerStyle

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada on Apr 12, 2013
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    Linda Keesee on Apr 14, 2013
    I really enjoyed your garden party tour. Looks like it was lots of fun. Love the garden chair, ...»
    I've seen benches made from cinder blocks before but not a chair with flower planted in the holes. that is so neat. Thanks for sharing.

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  • This quirky, double wide sized pallet wood chair is all decked out, ready for a great summer read.
  • Two pallets, 4 legs and two armrest boards are really all it took. So easy! The trick is to ensure you find two pallets that are similar in size.
  • Let's add more quirk to make it totally yours! This signboard was used as an armrest. Note how wide the board is... perfect for my coffee cup. Priorities here...
  • This leg has an antique level attached. This project is a little like 'Where's Waldo's Wild Additions?'
  • Pallet markings were celebrated by placing them in prominent places. Coffee bean sacks acting like large pillow cases were just tucked in place. No sewing required. 2
  • For the legs, a little bracing was required inside the pallet so the leg had something to stabilize against.
  • Tell me that isn't one big cool chair to curl up in! But let's add some comfort...
  • 5" foam cut to size (new from a foam shop) was key for the ultimate comfort.
  • This is a pallet SOFA I made last year, decked out in total bohemian style craziness. The build is much more size customized: http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2011/08/how-i-built-pallet-sofa-part-2.html
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A two pallet chair ANYONE can build in a jiffy!

There's nothing like a need to bring on a new project!

Desiring a 2nd seating area for my patio, this oversized chair was created out of two ...»

pallets and little more. I kid you not! This is the easiest build in the world and you'll wonder why you didn't think of it first!

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada on May 03, 2013
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    Town and Country Living on May 14, 2013
    This is just too cool!!
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