Old Vintage Drawer repurposed into a wall shelf, or storage piece to use. This item was found with the bhg.com site.
Here is an old vintage suit case that was used to make this medicine cabinet in the bathroom. How neat is that? This item was found with pinterest.com
I have seen many different things done with old, vintage, antique mirror frames. This is one that you will see done often. I found this from a seller at Etsy.
Repurposed, Upcycled, Reused, Reconstructed Items of Vintage being used for some of these homemade techniques. So, what do you think, and do you approve of it?
Hi there, and Welcome back to LilacsNDreams! I have something I was curious about something, and wanted to kind of put this out there for others to read, consider, and share with us about.
With vintage items there has been an issue of repurposing, upcycling, recycling, homemade, altering, reusing, and reconstructing such pieces. Some pieces that sometimes are used might have a minor flaw with it, maybe it is a lonely item left from a set, maybe something that didn't sell, odds and end piece collecting dust. something headed to the dumpster, etc. There are some pieces that might have any flaws, has lived a glorious life, but the owner wishes to show the item in an updated from that would fit with the times of today. Whatever the reason may be there are pieces of vintage that are used with repurposing, upcycling, recycling, reusing, reconstructing, and so on.
There are some who have strong feelings that vintage pieces should not be used in these techniques, or altered in any way. They feel they should not be used for any crafting form. Quite some time ago I did see a comment made about repurposing being the end of all antiques.
Then you have others comment about preserving things that have been damaged, or greatly loved over the years. So, why not make them into something that is wonderful after they have seen their glory days. Another thought was taking something old, and creating it into something new again would create potential for new collectors that maybe were not reached before.
Antiques, or vintage often reminds people of their grandmothers things, and this would not be the in style for the younger generation. With this some feel that antiques are being destroyed, and this would be then end to all antiques.
I love things that are old, I adore things that have a past, I love to learn about these things, and I so enjoy the stories with different pieces too. Even though I like some of these pieces that do not fit fully into the decor of our home, and with the taste of other family members either. Now, if they are updated in some small way they seem to be better accepted.
Over time I have seen some who adore treasures in this way, and I have also seen those who enjoy vintage treasures as they are, and being upset with this craft that is growing. So, without any arguments, no heated discussions, what do you think of this? How do you feel about it? I ask you to please be comfortable in sharing, and to please remember that everyone has their own opinions. There is no right, or wrong answer to this. Please respect everyone when replying to this issue.
I thank you for sharing your time with LilacsNDreams, and I appreciate those who comment, share, and contact Me with personal messages too. Have a super Wednesday, and see you all again soon.
Repurpose Upcycle Liquor Bottles For Home Decor
Hello again, and Welcome back to LilacsNDreams! I just love it when people share their ideas, show pictures of what they have done, and knowing how we can do some of these projects inexpensively too. Ever have one of those moments when you see something, and think "Who Would Have Thought?" Don't worry, it happens to me quite often.
Above you will see a picture of bottles that are used for decor with the bathroom. Use some lotions in them, sweet smelling bath salts or bath oils, and so on. Now, the bottles you see above are liquor bottles that have been cleaned out, and decorated for this purpose. Neat idea, huh? You know it doesn't always have to be the liquor bottles either. If you find other bottles at home that have some of the distinctive shaping for this purpose it is great to use them too. Clean the bottles out good, maybe add a printed label to decorate it, add some burlap string tied into a bow, and you get the picture. I found this picture at Pinterest, and it showed there that this came from Sublime-Decor.com.
Sometimes these bottles are great to show on your dressers, vanities, on the counter in the kitchen filled with kitchen accents, put a couple of them on a shelf, maybe a mantel, and so many possibilities when you repurpose and upcycle different pieces.
I hope everyone had a wonderful weekend, and that you enjoyed your visit with LilacsNDreams today. Hope I was able to give you some more ideas to either do with your own home decor, or maybe give someone a gift for theirs too. Thanks for sharing your time with Me today, and hope to see you again soon. Take care, and have a great Monday everyone!
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Sunday Spring Forward 1 Hour, Friendly reminder to those who might have forgotten, or it just slipped your mind.
Hi there everyone! Coming to some a bit late with this I know....sorry I was out:) But, if you wake Sunday morning, and have forgotten, don't forget that our clocks are springing ahead 1 hour. Hope everyone remembered so you were not late to anything this morning:)
Hope ya'll are having a great weekend! Have a fun Sunday, and see you all again soon. Thanks for stopping by LilacsNDreams. #LilacsNDreams
HAVE A FABULOUS FRIDAY EVERYONE!!
Hello! Hello! Hello! Everyone visiting with LilacsNDreams today. I missed talking with ya'll on Thursday, but am happy to see you here on Friday....Thank You!
So, any big plans for the weekend? Will you be treasure hunting for some vintage collectibles, doing some thrifting, creating some handmade items, maybe working on repurposing or upcycling some pieces? If you feel like doing some browsing, or maybe some online shopping make sure to visit LilacsNDreams with some of her shops at Ecrater, and check out Etsy too. I still have some items with auction at Ebay too. Maybe I will take some time to work on some pieces here I have been eyeing for a bit now. Where did my glue go? Hmmm, wish it was nice out to do a little painting too.
Whatever you find to do this weekend I hope ya'll have a great weekend, and are able to enjoy it. For those who are enjoying the warmer weather, and sunshine....Our time is soon coming for us to enjoy too. For those who might be experiencing some colder weather yet, hang in there it will soon be changing.
I really hope ya'll had a wonderful week, wishing you all a Fabulous Friday, and have a fun filled weekend too! Thanks for stopping by to visit with LilacsNDreams, and see you all again soon. Take care till the next time. #LilacsNDreams
DIY Ideas For Hanging Curtains and Saving a Little Money too!
Hello, and Welcome back to LilacsNDreams! I just love DIY ideas, don't you? If I can use what I have at home, from thrift stores, second hand stores, and etc to give our home it's own character I will do it. I enjoy the low cost of doing this, and after saving money with some of these home projects it gives me more to spend some where else. Now, that is something I like!
Above you will see a couple of pictures that I had found with Pinterest again. That place is really cool. So many ideas, and instructions being shared there it is very addictive. You could spend all day looking, looking, and doing some more looking to make some notes, or as many do bookmark things too. You should give it a visit some time if you haven't already. I will worn you though, it can be addictive.
The first picture above is from DIYideas.com. What they did there was use some napkin rings, and some ribbon. They added to curtains of their choice, and made these. I like the idea of napkin rings as there is generally a good selection of those in colors, shapes, sizes, designs, and etc. Ribbon is always a good touch to add to many things. With this method you could be creative as you can with the picture below it too. That second picture came from bhg.com. Another good place to find some ideas that are shared too. With these curtains they used to make a ring for them they used ribbon only, and tied a little bow to them. Great concept as you could use any color of ribbon, texture, and design.
What is great with this method of doing curtains is when you feel the need for a change you won't always have to change your curtains. Instead you could just change the ribbons being used, change the napkin rings, shower curtains rings, and you get the picture.
So, for those who like to do their own thing at home, save a penny or two doing it, this is another method of adding to your list of to dos, list of ideas, and all those wonderful notes that we all make for ourselves. I hope you enjoyed this idea shared with you, and that you find it helpful with the dressing of your homes. Hey, if you have something else that you use it would be great to hear about it, and we would enjoy having you share it here with all of us too.
Thanks so much for sharing your time with LilacsNDreams everyone. Hope you enjoyed the visit, and it would be great to see you again. Take care till the next time!
Cupcake Holder makes a wonderful coffee bar with storage for that cup of coffee. This 3 tier cupcake holder stand has many possibilities for it's use.
Another way to use a single plate stand. Store some of your sweet smelling perfumes, and sprays in the bathroom. Also, would be great for your dressers too.
Here is another Food Stand organizer shown with organization for the bathroom. This 2 tier food stand organizer has many possibilities for use in the home.
Cupcake Holder, Food Stand Organizer, and the Single Plate Stand is shown here with these pictures.
Hey, Welcome back to LilacsNDreams, and glad to have you stopping by! Above you will see pictures that I found when in roaming on Pinterest. A lot of my interest over these past few months has been with making these different stands. I adore the many ways that others also share of how they can come together, and what they can actually be considered for with use of them.
Thinking outside the box is just so much fun when it comes to repurposing, upcycling, recycling, and reusing different pieces, don't you think? All sorts of different pieces can come together to make many things to accompany us with our homes with our decor, and for use too.
These stands are great for organizing, serving, displaying with, and using as some of our home decor. They are great when used at the table with wedding decor, at bridal showers, and just so many things to consider for their use.
Most common things you will see these different stands used for is as cake stand, cupcake stand, dessert pedestal stand, etc. Use to serve some cookies, truffles, candies, mints, cake, cupcakes, and some fruit too. Maybe consider them with your home decor as candle holders, soap dishes, in the bathroom with some rolled cloths for your guests, jewelry dish, a catch all for your change, keys, and reading glasses too. Excellent to use for organizing in your kitchens, in the bathrooms, on the dresser and vanities, in your office, and so many endless possibilities.
So, for all you thrifters and junkers when you are out, and about doing your thing maybe consider finding some pieces to make some of these for your homes, given as gifts, and etc. I enjoy making pieces with endless possibilities to be shared, don't you?
Hey, thanks again for sharing your time here with LilacsNDreams everyone. Happy to have you dropping by, and hope to see you again soon. Take care, and have a beautiful week!
Dropping by to wish all of you a Yabba Dabba Doo Friday!! Have a wonderful day, and wishing you all a super weekend too! Take care, and see you all next week:)
