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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! 1
  • Details count - the angel wings add an interesting quirk to this lovely tall armoire. It wouldn't have been the same without them! 1
  • 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. 1
  • 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?! :)

#clock

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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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    Christina 2 hours ago
    What a wonderful eye for detail!- I LOVE her kitchen floor! everything looks very effortless ...»
    but perfectly placed! I use a lot of her graphics for my projects and she is so generous to share her images.

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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!

#MayProjects

#SummerStyle

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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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  • This meetup was a fundraiser to purchase mosquito nets in Africa to help reduce the spread of malaria. It was a life saving cause I was very privileged to be a part of.
  • My part was to host a demo table talking about junk in the garden. Here is a sample I threw together with a burlap sandbag.
  • My sweet little sidekick Teddy helped me prepare some junky toolboxes. Tip: add some rocks, sticks and moss to help enhance your planter boxes. The smallest details add the biggest impact! 1
  • We're here! Everyone learned about the helpful Hometalk community. Isn't it cool you don't require having a blog in order to share here? I sure think so!
  • My table was loaded with junk and plants and a burlap bean sack tablecloth. Let the demo begin!
  • Neighbour Torrie helped to junk up some small kettle planters. Spanish moss was used to cover the soil. They were so cute!
  • Here's how they looked once I set them in the garden... http://www.hometalk.com/1359436/when-old-kettles-turn-into-rock-gardens 1
  • The event was totally sold right out with approx 50 gals in attendance!
  • We even had an African missionary among us! Brenda Tjosvold spoke to us about her 30 years as an African missionary. Her speech was absolutely riveting and had us in stitches for most of the night!
  • There was even African shopping opportunities! Each table was geared to directly help African artists. The craftsmanship was outstanding.
  • This was a dessert event so we had the tastiest treats, decked out in African style. The place was filled with pattern, plants candles and all things Africa. Gorgeous!
  • Go Janice! This gal is an artist and had brainstorm after brainstorm so I loaded her up... I can't wait to see what she creates. :)
  • Hometalk provided the guests with a little challenge of sorts... each were given a rolled up sandbag to encourage creativity. Let's cross our fingers we can show a few creations on Hometalk. Coming soon!
  • The sandbags got a little special branding for the event. Visit the prep of the sandbags at: http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2013/04/a-little-burlap-sandbag-encouragement.html
  • And drumroll...the event purchased 120+ mosquito nets! Hurray!! https://secure.e2rm.com/registrant/TicketingCatalog.aspx?EventID=89272&LangPref=en-CA&Referrer=https%3a%2f%2fsecure.e2rm.com%2fregistrant%2fsessionExpired.aspx%3feID%3d892
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The Hometalk Meetup that loved on junk and Africa!

I was privileged to host a 'gardening with junk' demo table most recently at #HTMeetupYAC. ...»

It was a wonderful girl's night out of food, shopping, speakers and fun, all for a good cause! Come check out a little taste of Africa (and junk) with us!

Be sure to click the blog link to take in the entire event!

#HometalkMeetup

#HTMeetupYAC

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada on May 01, 2013
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    FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... on May 04, 2013
    Debi T, I found the sandbags at ...»
    my local small hardware store. I have never seen them for sale at a larger chain. Perhaps ask the local guys if they can bring them in?

    I also find bean bag sacks at a coffee roaster place. Check a smaller coffee house in your area, they probably throw them out!

    As for burlap material, most fabric stores sell it by the bolt. Lots to be had.

    I hope you find some!

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  • Kick your rock gardens up a notch and plant them in something instead. I chose a collection of old kettles. Loving the elevation and junky detail!
  • My little helper Teddy was busy scoping out the area. Approved! Whew... don't mess with a cat I say. 5
  • Each kettle got two rock garden plants, plus were further enhanced with some sticks and stones for a truer rock garden feel.
  • Please don't ask me what these pretty plants are, I'm not a label reader at all (gasp!) but you're welcome to tell ME if YOU know! 2
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Forget the tea... these old kettles pour out rock gardens!

I adore working in the garden. Silent therapy in the sunshine while creating... doesn't get much better than that! ...»

Part of my Hometalk Meetup / Out of Africa event was doing something gardenish with junk. So I set about creating little rock gardens inside old kettles. Once I got them home, I found a perfect little corner for the small group.

The tea can wait... I want to plant more!

What's your favourite junky planter to use? I'd love more ideas!

#OutdoorProjects

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    Jane Lingholm on Apr 27, 2013
    My Mom used to do this... It brought back good memories
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  • Out of Africa is a Ladies Ministry event, held at the Yarrow Alliance Church on Sat, April 20th, 2013, 7-10 PM.  I'd love to fill up a whole table... come sit with me!
  • 100% of all $10 admission fees go to a very good cause. The room will also be totally decked out with African decor!
  • I'll be doing a garden junk demo and chatting about how my past hardships led me where I am today.
  • There will also be tables to shop from! These sales benefit African artists.
  • If you'd like to donate to the cause, I will ensure all funds reach their destination. Thank-you!
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A Hometalk Meetup for a good cause... Chilliwack, B.C!

Once upon a time I never thought I'd public speak. Try and keep me quiet now! :)

I'm doing another Hometalk Meetup in my own church this round... the event is called Out ...»

of Africa and it's geared to raise money for African mosquito nets to prevent the spread of malaria.

Shopping, food and fun! If you're local, you are invited! $10. If you can't come, any donations via paypal will be forwarded to the cause. Thank-you!

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    Miriam I on Apr 20, 2013
    Kept thinking about this today. Hope it was awesome!
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  • The Lucketts Spring Market is legendary! While it's a 2 day event, the Hometalk Meetup is Sunday, May 19th only. Come Sunday! :)
  • I'm beyond thrilled to get to meet the locals! I'll be gettin' my junk on, ready to demo a DIY or dish up a talk.. whatever you desire!
  • Karen aka The Graphics Fairy will also be in our Hometalk Meetup tent! I fully anticipate her making something super cool with her infamous graphics she offers up on her blog... (for me to take home..) http://graphicsfairy.blogspot.ca/
  • Guess who else will be there... Hometalk's own Miriam! Hmm... maybe I should get HER to build something cool... I like it!
  • Lucketts Store is located in Leesburg, Virginia and houses antiques galore. Come May, they are going to put up the outdoor tents and go KABOOM with vintage junk vendors!
  • Here's a sample from last year. I'm jittery just looking at those letters...
  • Vendor Junxtapostion is going to be bringing their vintage junk inspired jewelry! Oh oh! I want a bracelet that reads JUNKER.
  • And a stamped spoon too please. Surprise me?
  • Miss Mustard Seed will also be there and I'll bet she'll be bringing her line of milk paint along with her... red please!
  • And I could just eat that welcome sign. Gorgeous!!!
  • Dressers always go better with coke crates. 1
  • Lemme at those metal numbers! Have I convinced you this is the event to run to?
  • You have no idea how well this event suits me. Junk is my middle name... http://www.hometalk.com/b/609921/funky-junk-s-projects
  • Stay in touch with the events as they unfold at: http://luckettstore.com/events/50-spring-market and on Facebook at: https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Old-Lucketts-Store/236064556414995?sk=app_106878476015645
  • If you're on Twitter, follow the hashtag #HTLucketts to watch everyone involved! If you aren't on twitter yet, check it out! https://twitter.com/FunkyJunkDonna
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Hometalk gets Funky Junked at Lucketts, in Leesburg, Virginia!!

Hold onto your junk, Virginia, this Canadian is on her way to check out Lucketts Spring Market and meetup with show goers in person! Sunday, May 19, in Leesburg, Virginia. ...»

Oh pretty please come so I can meet you too!

Follow the pictures for more details! You are gonna LOVE what you're about to see...

#HTLucketts

#HometalkMeetup

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada on Apr 15, 2013
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    Sia@South 47th 4 days ago
    Well then come on out FunkyJunk Interiors - Donna ...»
    ! Funky Junk Team Recon, to see if it would be something you'd enjoy? Lot's of DIY'ers and fans of yours out here. Paid venue???? ;)

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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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  • Hydrangeas can look like this all year around. I love using them because their blooms are so abundant and quickly brighten up spaces.
  • The best time to harvest is in the fall when the petals start to get slightly crispy. You want some of the moisture content diminished for this to work best.
  • And here's the secret. Set your blooms in water, and leave them be until the water is evaporated. The flowers will then be dried out. The water keeps the petals in their original shape.
  • It's best to leave the booms right where you display them so they don't crumble once brittle.
  • I came across this secret tip by accident. I couldn't figure out why my cut hydrangeas looked awesome AFTER they ran out of water, until I saw this post: http://www.thevspotblog.com/2011/05/drying-hydrangeas-its-so-easy.html
  • You can also display them without the water IF the petals are dry enough beforehand. Here's how I displayed hydrangeas in an old dresser... http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2012/09/dried-hydrangea-dresser-outdoors.html
  • Here's a 5 minute hydrangea wreath to make... http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2012/10/2-make-hydrangea-wreath-in-5-minutes.html 1
  • Here are some left on the bush through winter. Earth tones are fun to play with too! http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2013/02/a-chalkboard-burlap-and-twine-bulletin.html
  • And here's a Hometalk hydrangea clipboard for even more inspiration! http://www.hometalk.com/b/725550/hydrangea-heaven
  • You can also visit a hydrangea link party where bloggers can link up their own hydrangea projects! Visit at: http://www.funkyjunkinteriors.net/2013/04/party-junk-182-hydrangeas.html
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The secret to drying hydrangeas... with no wrinkled petals in sight!

If you aren't yet drying hydrangeas, you're missing a wonderful decor accessory that can last you the entire year through! ...»

But there is a secret to getting them to dry wrinkle free... the pictures tell the story followed with some inspiring projects to try.

Do you grow hydrangeas in your own yard? What colour are yours? What do you do with them?

#SummerStyle

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada on Apr 10, 2013
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    RuthAnne on Apr 14, 2013
    spray with hairspray. The colors will dry and stay the color when they were picked.
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  • Tool boxes just make the BEST floral vignettes!
  • Tell me these gorgeous  yard cut fresh flowers don't look 100x better than greasy tools in this box...
  • It's also fun to throw a few quirky things in the mix, such as a jar full of buttons. Why not?
  • Just a happy little vignette to bring some spring or summer into your indoors.
  • I've also created a clipboard of other tool box decorating ideas right on Hometalk! Come and take a peek at: http://www.hometalk.com/b/720117/tool-box-talk
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Toolboxes are really for flowers... didn't you know?!

When I had a visit with my friends, I checked out their shed and GASPED when I saw tools in this adorable little toolbox. I promptly dumped out the goods and demanded an explanation! And ...»
just showed them what a junker would do with it.

And then there was the time I created a Christmas tool box vignette for them with a live beehive still intact... whoops! Check for beehives.

#SpringDecor

#recycle#SummerStyle

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FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada on Apr 08, 2013
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    ADORE the little vignette!
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