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Brenda F

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  • piglogsandtaterberries.blogspot.com/2012/06/secret-life-of-outdoor-chandelier.html

Turning a tomato cage into a chandelier

I knew we "needed" a chandelier for the pergola my dear sweet husband got me for Mother's Day but where could I find what I wanted.... it had to be made of old materials and crystals. A quick trip through the garage reminded me that we had a stack of old tomato cages which had not been put to use as of yet. In fact my original purpose for them was to set them in our old cement planters upside down and drape them in tiny Christmas lights for the winter. Well here it was early summer ...»
and they still sat.... old, slightly bent from years of use and just the perfect patina!

Inspiration struck.

The ends were cut down with bolt cutter and bent over to form the top. A spool of old wire was woven in and out around the body to form a cage of sorts. More wire was added to the top for reinforcement. Old crystals and yard sale beads were wired on. The hanging fixture (available at Lowe's) was screwed in place, spray painted to blend in and then the fixture was hung under the protective covering of our pergola. An Edison bulb was added to further enhance the aged appearance. The cord was plugged in, the switch was "thrown"... instant ambiance!

Stop on by and check it out....

piglogsandtaterberries.blogspot.com/2012/06/secret-life-of-outdoor-chandelier.html

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Peggy W Kokomo, IN
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  • My intage soda crate and wire basket shelves
  • My vintage soda crate and wire basket shelves

Vintage Crate and Wire Basket Shelves

I made these super easy shelves from vintage soda crates and vintage wire baskets. All you have to do is: ...»

- Drill 2 holes in each crate (I drilled mine in the center back plank of the crate on either side)

- Attach crate to the wall with screws and anchors (if needed) using the holes you drilled in the crate.

- Repeat the process and hang more crates side by side or on top of each other either horizontally or vertically.

- Combine the crates with some vintage wire baskets, by drilling two holes and anchors/screws in the wall, hang basket on screws.

- Decorate to your heart's content!

More projects like this can be seen at:

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SortOfFairytale
SortOfFairytale Arlington Heights, IL
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  • A Hula Hoop Chandelier brightens our patio!

Hula Hoop Chandelier

This is my Hula Hoop Chandelier. The arbor on the back patio was blocking the house light from above and it always seemed dark. But, not anymore! Couldn't wait until it turned dark tonight so I could see how it looked! :) Just needs a little touch-up with the paint tomorrow! Items needed: Hula hoop, spray paint, 2 strands of icycle lights, electrical tape and some heavy fishing ...»
line. I bought the hula hoop for $1 and we had all the other supplies!

Spray paint the hula hoop to match the wires on your icycle lights, tape lights at every hanging icycle and hang with fishing line!

1.00 Easy
LeeAnn M
LeeAnn M Lincoln, NE
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DIY Stepping Stones

Spring time is on the way! Get in the spring spirit and make some stepping stones with the kiddos. All you need is a tin foil pie pan, quick dry concrete, and some festive decorations! ...»
Get creative... you can use shells, rocks, beads, glitter!

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Jamie @ C.R.A.F.T. Austin, TX
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Clover House, DeeDee
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  • Full tutorial here: http://christinasadventures.com/2012/07/coffee-filter-flower-bridal-shower-dcor.html
  • You can see the size best in this picture... Full tutorial here: http://christinasadventures.com/2012/07/coffee-filter-flower-bridal-shower-dcor.html
  • Full tutorial here: http://christinasadventures.com/2012/07/coffee-filter-flower-bridal-shower-dcor.html

Giant Coffee Filter Flower

Use a hula hoop, coffee filters, hot glue, and some lace to make this show-stopping decoration that makes a maximum impact in your house!
Christina @ Christina's Adventures
Christina @ Christina's A... Coopersburg, PA
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Ruffled Streamer Wreath

Did you know those cheap streamers that you can buy at the Dollar Tree can actually be turned into a beautiful wreath?
Beckie @ Infarrantly Creative
Beckie @ Infarrantly Crea... Greenwood, IN
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