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Antique Shopping Etiquette
Have you ever wondered if it's ok to ask for a discount in an Antique Mall?, or are you someone who always asks for a discount? I use to be the former, now I'm the latter :-). With a lot of vacationing this time of year people are looking for cool finds in other parts of the Country so I thought it might help if I gave you the general rule of thumb for most antique stores/malls.
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Most dealers in Antique Shops leave a standing "10% off is ok" order with the Mall (I used to ...»
Any ideas on how to re-purpose the top part only of this hutch?
I just got a fantastic deal on this hutch for a $100.00. I bought it really for the bottom part only. I plan on using the bottom part in our family room as a TV stand. But now I have the
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I would try to find some wall space and hang and use for storage in bedroom, closet, kitchen ...»
A Vintage Takeover for a Tired Old Lamp , Using My Hot Glue Technique!
This poor tired thriftstore 3.99 lamp got a new lease on lighting. With the help of some paint and my trusty hot glue gun technique on the base. For complete details visit me at http://mrsblackstone.blogspot.com Sweet Tea N' Salty Air
2 Hours
3.99
Moderate
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Thank you all so much for the compliment, I always find some other way to use something such ...»
Bless the Blooms - Shabby Crosses & An Old Barn Door
Using my Shabby Chic re-purposed crosses (http://www.hometalk.com/1144579/repurposed-shabby-chic-crosses) that I made at Easter time and an old barn door, I put together a serene, neutral
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Thanks Nancy!
Use Mason Jars to Make Simple Outdoor Hanging Lanterns!
All you need is some wire and some jars, and you are minutes away from pretty outdoor lanterns! #repurposing #upcycling #MasonJars
15 Minutes
Easy
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I love mason jar lighting!
What I Love Most About My Home Sign
Burlap is a great material for making signs. Check out one of our newest sign creations on the blog today!
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What a cute quote! I love this!
REUSE IDEAS FROM PAST POSTS.....From Mason Jars to Trampolines..
A variety of reuse and upcycle ideas from my Facebook page. Instructions are on the posts. Amazing and fun projects
Coat Hanger: Re-purposing an Old Door
Re-purposing is such a fun way to turn trash into something functional and beautiful. I used what was an old door and turned it into a coat hanger using some scrapbook paper, sand paper,
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Love this!
New Beginnings For A Rustic Tea Cart
A neglected wood tea cart receives new life with a little bit of elbow grease and paint!
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Darling! Love the vintage white.
Painting a bookshelf to look distressed and old....
Can anyone please advice me on the best way to paint a wooden bookshelf(it is red at the moment....wants to be white) so that it looks old and distressed....can you reccomend any paints or methods etc? please let me know...thank you
