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Kelli

Blogger | Springfield, MO http://www.alongthedirtroad.com
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About Me:

Junkin' is my passion. Thankfully...I have a good husband that supports it and has his dad's carpentry gene. :)

Favorite area of home improvement:

A little bit...everywhere.


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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 - Donna
FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada
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  • I found this little brass pot at the thrift store.  Isn't she sassy with her cute little feet?  ;)

Brass is back. Are we glad or sad?

What do you guys think? I couldn't believe it a few months back...when I heard. I shouldn't be surprised though...everything generally cycles. Besides that I'm loving those big sunburst mirrors that add a little glam. Wouldn't that just bling up the "farmhousey" around here? ;) It's been a long winter...and I would say that a bit of golden warmth would be welcome. #homedecor
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Kelli Springfield, MO
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    Evelyn...I understand. :) I'll bet that your plant rack looks amazing though. :) Tonya...I ...»
    agree. I'm okay with the antique brass...but not a fan of the shiny kind. Each to his own though. ;)

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  • The year of sticks and stones....

10 Garden Trends for Spring 2013

Yarn Bombing, string gardens and moss, moss, moss! Here's a collection of trends I curated that are unfolding right now! http://www.sowanddipity.com/spring-2013-gard... #gardening
Shelley @ Sow and Dipity
Shelley @ Sow and Dipity Canada
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All Natural Cleaner- Citrus Infused Vinegar

Sweeten your cleaning vinegar with your favorite citrus. Just take some citrus peels, put them in a bottle, fill with vinegar and wait 2-3 weeks.
Angela
Angela Carrollton, TX
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Office Organization

I recently won a giveaway for a $100 Staples card. Come and check out what I purchased and where it ended up!
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Nicki Parrish Bridgeport, WV
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  • Learn how to turn a $1 thrift store plate charger into a gorgeous knock off mirror!  http://www.thecountrychiccottage.net/2013/03/quick-and-easy-woven-mirror-knock-off.html
  • Learn how to turn a $1 thrift store plate charger into a gorgeous knock off mirror!  http://www.thecountrychiccottage.net/2013/03/quick-and-easy-woven-mirror-knock-off.html
  • Learn how to turn a $1 thrift store plate charger into a gorgeous knock off mirror!  http://www.thecountrychiccottage.net/2013/03/quick-and-easy-woven-mirror-knock-off.html

Woven Mirror from a $1 Plate Charger

Love those woven mirrors you see in design magazines and expensive catalogs? Make your own from a $1 thrifted plate charger in minutes. This one is so simple yet so elegant. Come on over and get the full instructions.

Angie CountryChicCottage
Angie CountryChicCottage Nashville, TN
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  • two dollar store vases painted
  • old bottles painted with Annie Sloan Chalk paint then lightly sanded
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Painted glass bottles & vases

Left over paint and vases from the dollar store was all I need for this project. The vases were painted on the inside with leftover Martha Stewart paint and the bottles on the outside ...»
with Annie Sloan chalk paint. I loved the outcome and will be doing this project again very soon.

Margaret @ Moving Forward
Margaret @ Moving Forward Canada
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    Commented on Apr 05, 2013
    Ingenious! I love it. :)
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  • Aren't these little faux eggs wonderful.  I think that I'm addicted.  ;)
  • Such a sweet little daughter...that is good with scissors.
  • A tad of moss doesn't hurt.

Easy Burlap Nest

So we are all nuts for burlap right now. I had this idea bubbling. Why not make a little nest for spring? I'm sure that someone else has already done this...but I haven't checked ...»
Pinterest yet to see. So easy...so cheap...and I am in love with it. I gaze at it quite often. ) #Easter #decor

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Kelli Springfield, MO on Mar 19, 2013
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  • Old Dresser from Gruene and refinished by me in ASCP French Linen
  • Burlap pillows...
  • added a monogram to our new to us armoire.
  • HUGE armoire painted in ASCP French Linen
  • Pillow cover from PB...
  • Sheets from Target with added monogram in black. 1
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Our master bedroom....

adding in some French blue, mismatched furniture with chalk paint in French Linen.
Tricia at Little Cottage on the Pond
Tricia at Little Cottage ... League City, TX
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How do you get your house cleaning mojo back?

I know this is a crazy question. :) Most of us spend a lot of time with the decor part of "home" but it cannot be ignored that you also have to clean it. We have had rounds and rounds of ...»
what we call "the crud" in our home. Now I'm trying to get back on track after everyone being sick. Inspire me folks! What inspires you to clean? Am I crazy...or maybe just feeling lazy? ;) #cleaning

Kelli
Kelli Springfield, MO
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    Becky and Becky...thank you so much. I think that it was. He was able to go to school today. :)
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