http://junkrevolution.com/community/ Rescue / Reuse / Reimagine / Inspire en Thu, 17 May 2012 17:17:22 +0000 http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2566#post-27846 Sun, 13 May 2012 06:52:05 +0000 Leveta 27846@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Happy Mothers Day to all my wonderful JR friends... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2576#post-27862 Mon, 14 May 2012 09:06:33 +0000 huggybear38 27862@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://s91.photobucket.com/albums/k302/sangaree_KS/Garden%20Junk%20Inspiration%20Albums/Totems/?action=view&#38;current=MVC-BumblebeeTotembyazcactusflower.jpg#" rel="nofollow">http://s91.photobucket.com/albums/k302/sangaree_KS/Garden%20Junk%20Inspiration%20Albums/Totems/?action=view&#38;current=MVC-BumblebeeTotembyazcactusflower.jpg#</a>!oZZ1QQcurrentZZhttp%3A%2F%2Fs91.photobucket.com%2Falbums%2Fk302%2Fsangaree_KS%2FGarden%2520Junk%2520Inspiration%2520Albums%2FTotems%2F%3Faction%3Dview%26current%3DCatandBirdTotembyLindaArb.jpg </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2559#post-27830 Fri, 11 May 2012 18:36:06 +0000 junxtaposition 27830@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>back from texas and the first country living fair to be held in austin. i have about 4-5 posts lined up, but the first is up on my blog right now if you're interested.</p> <p><a href="http://www.junxtaposition.blogspot.com/2012/05/country-living-austin-well.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.junxtaposition.blogspot.com/2012/05/country-living-austin-well.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2530#post-27778 Tue, 08 May 2012 21:17:32 +0000 Meadowview Farm 27778@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Been thinking lots about my antique booth, my Barn Sales......my likes &#38; inspiration. Each time I find my way back to Farmhouse Style. So what do you think of when you hear "farmhouse style"?<br /> Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2556#post-27826 Fri, 11 May 2012 08:44:12 +0000 cheryldh 27826@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am in the process trying to market cribs converted into benches. Can someone give me an idea on what they are selling for.</p> <p>Thanks. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2260#post-27435 Tue, 24 Apr 2012 02:29:14 +0000 mcnaughton 27435@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We just visited our daughter, an Americorps volunteer, in Baltimore, MD. Her team had worked at a ReStore type of facility and we had to see it. Heaven! Any of you junkers nearby? The prices are great and so is the stock. I'm going to try to post a photo that might make you salivate, haha.<br /> <a href="http://www.loadingdock.org/" rel="nofollow">http://www.loadingdock.org/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2543#post-27810 Thu, 10 May 2012 13:54:31 +0000 huggybear38 27810@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.visitsoutheastindiana.com/pdfs/May%20Newsletter.pdf" rel="nofollow">http://www.visitsoutheastindiana.com/pdfs/May%20Newsletter.pdf</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2542#post-27806 Thu, 10 May 2012 08:56:20 +0000 gigi 27806@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>metal card catalog? was rescued from restore but it is DIRTY!!</p> <p>dry cloth?<br /> wet cloth and soap?<br /> degreaser?<br /> water hose?<br /> car wash? ;}</p> <p>needs scrubbed inside and out, don't care if it rusts some but not alot (due to it's future use) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2487#post-27719 Sun, 06 May 2012 06:38:41 +0000 Leveta 27719@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was just wondering??? What is the one thing that seems a constant that people still want or buy no matter how many you make or put out there??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2520#post-27762 Tue, 08 May 2012 09:18:55 +0000 huggybear38 27762@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw this on pintrest.. thought you all would like it. as a neat way to use some bike junk in your garden</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2318#post-27512 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 22:04:35 +0000 theresa hubble 27512@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I need to put up chair railing because my dining room is small. But I don't want just wood. I am using barn wood in the rest of the room but would like to have something else that would go with it. Also I live in a mobile home so I can't use anyting very heavy. Please any ideas?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2303#post-27486 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 16:00:09 +0000 Peony 27486@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi Everybody. I kind of hibernated over the winter. I haven't been out junking or antiquing in a long while and haven't been here much, either. Last week, I finally got out to some of my favorite haunts and boy, was I surprised!</p> <p>My area has been hard hit by the economic downturn, so I expected prices to reflect that. What I saw were high prices, and I have to wonder if the shops are selling much. Even the thrift stores seemed high. So I'm wondering what you are all seeing? High, low, or the usual? </p> <p>I did see some awfully nice things though. Just out of my price range. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2440#post-27661 Thu, 03 May 2012 15:34:18 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 27661@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>do you worry about copyright? right now i need a generic picture of a type case.for my facebook........ those cases with all the compartments..... i can just google and go to images and get just what i want..... is that what you do? is that wrong? i know its kind of wrong....but whats the main way you see it done? im not t alking about expensive art work ....<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1734#post-24083 Sun, 19 Jun 2011 18:42:58 +0000 hopeandjoyhome 24083@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What's up? What are your latest repurposing projects? This week I turned vintage tip/snack trays into chalkboard memo magnet boards..more vintage crystal prisms of course! Show me your projects!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2387#post-27606 Tue, 01 May 2012 20:24:14 +0000 oldhousejunkie 27606@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone been to the World's Longest Yard Sale recently? My mom is the junker, but I'm always on the prowl for unique home accents (industrial is my latest obsession).</p> <p>We went three years in a row (2006 to 2009) but stopped after 2009 when we noticed a severe drought of good junk items. It went from great prices on unusual finds to the type of stuff you wouldn't even donate to your local Salvation Army. We ditched 2010 and 2011 in favor of Round Top, but we're looking at trying again this year. We're in South Carolina and usually travel from Crossville, TN to Cincinnati, OH. But...we don't want to expend the gas money or time only to strike out? I've been wondering if all the HGTV coverage has ruined what used to be an awesome event. :-(</p> <p>We're also considering a trip to Mt. Dora for the extravaganza in November. Is that worth the trip? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2380#post-27596 Tue, 01 May 2012 11:35:52 +0000 cheryldh 27596@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have decided to retire in June and take a chance on creating and marketing products. I am passionate about repurposing items that are to be sent to landfils. My garage is full of cribs and other things that can be reinvented and repurposed.<br /> I met with gentlemen from SCORE, but my purpose is to reduce the negative impact we have on our environment, not make a fortune with what I sell.<br /> I would greatly appreciate any advice and get know others in my Sylvania, Ohio area. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2301#post-27483 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:00:55 +0000 robolady 27483@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello Girls, Sorry I've been AWOL but with my Son's wedding and a trip to Paris, I've been a bit busy. You can check out my Paris stories on my blog and the FMS blog today, for the 411. It was great and I miss it already. A definite must do to every flea marketeer's bucket list.</p> <p><a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/</a></p> <p>Margo </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2068#post-27173 Fri, 13 Apr 2012 10:49:58 +0000 huggybear38 27173@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>thoug you all would enjoy seeing this old vintage stove that is being auctioned off on one of the on line auctions here locally. right not going for $24.00 but I am sure will go lot higher</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2218#post-27379 Sun, 22 Apr 2012 06:11:54 +0000 Meadowview Farm 27379@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello all....missed my visits, but have been crazy busy getting ready for our spring Barn Sale on May 12 &#38; 13. I now need some ideas....how do you find out about upcoming events, or share your own.....in other words, what is the best way to get the word out? I use my blog <a href="http://www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com</a><br /> I kind of sort of tried to use Facebook (but not very well), I post in local papers, put signs up around the area &#38; in my own antique booth, I still send out postcards to my ever growing mailing list (and will move to an email send out for my Fall sale) ---but wonder if I should do more? This is only my second spring sale....have had two fall shows, and we have been growing each sale ....but I am still figuring this all out. Any ideas would be appreciated!<br /> Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2222#post-27383 Sun, 22 Apr 2012 07:42:59 +0000 dianeinthevalley 27383@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is what my niece is doing with pallets. <a href="http://www.facebook.com/#" rel="nofollow">http://www.facebook.com/#</a>!/ALifeMorePalletable</p> <p>A Life More Palletable</p> <p> I finally finished my sign. It's been painted and repainted 3 or 4 times. Now to figure out how I want to hang it... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1567#post-22067 Thu, 24 Feb 2011 14:16:12 +0000 The Farmers Wife 22067@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have been totally out of the loop on here...just got back on for the first time in a few months!!! I've been busy with life, junk, trips and TRUNK SHOWS -- loving them! So, I am apologizing if this topic has already made the rounds....</p> <p>I asked about this awhile back and couldn't find the thread...Is anyone thinking of going to the Farm Chicks show in Spokane in June?? I am seriously considering it but would like to know that there would maybe be some familiar faces to hang out with!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2253#post-27426 Mon, 23 Apr 2012 12:18:33 +0000 DPumm 27426@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know What Cheer,Iowa and Sparks, Kansas are coming up the first weekend in May. Is anyone going to set up or shop at them? I'm planning on going to What Cheer (to shop) put don't know if I'll have the engery to travel to both of them. I have been twice and spend the whole day there both times, really looking forward to going. Any others coming up please tell, I learned about What Cheer from a post here 3 years ago when the board first started. Diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2094#post-27222 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 07:05:45 +0000 cheryldh 27222@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have been collecting cribs, so they don't go into a landfill. Any repurpose ideas. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2067#post-27169 Fri, 13 Apr 2012 05:51:05 +0000 Leveta 27169@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>There is a new place opening in our small town. It is going to be a consignment/ flea market shop. It's being set up in the old bank building built in the late 1800's which is a neat thing. They will also be selling other things like candles, wreathes, ect. My ?? is...In a small town(very small) is 8x10 boothes going for 75.00 and 8x5 going for 50.00 expensive for a town that doesn't have anything going for it?? Just courious... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2087#post-27211 Tue, 17 Apr 2012 10:21:07 +0000 AtheistExtraordinaire 27211@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have been hanging on to this really, really cool old rusty iron gear... it is fairly heavy, but not *too* heavy to hang on a wall. I would really like to make a clock out of it, but I haven't made a clock out of something quite like this before, so I was hoping for some kind of advice from the community here? How can you find clock movements that are &quot;deep&quot; enough to fit in an item as thick as this? Can you make your own hands, etc. etc. I was thinking of using skeleton keys as hands... that or cutting out aluminum/tin into specific shapes and spraying them with this &quot;hammered iron&quot; spray I have to make it all matchy matchy... what do you all think? Here's an image of the gear...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2095#post-27223 Wed, 18 Apr 2012 07:08:56 +0000 cheryldh 27223@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have been collecting mirrors that are perfect, so they don't go into landfills. Any ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2061#post-27161 Thu, 12 Apr 2012 20:06:16 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 27161@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>we just got in a nice pile of suitcases and i posted a picture of them on my FB this morning and got tons of comments..... i think the junk world is expanding so much right now.... thanks to pinterest too...one even mentioned pinterest in the comments.... as in pinterest overload......<br /> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1810#post-25063 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 15:28:20 +0000 dianeinthevalley 25063@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://consignmentmommies.com/_blog/Consignment_Sale_Advice/post/30_Fabulous_Reuses_amp;_Repurposes_for_Old_or_Recalled_Cribs/" rel="nofollow">http://consignmentmommies.com/_blog/Consignment_Sale_Advice/post/30_Fabulous_Reuses_amp;_Repurposes_for_Old_or_Recalled_Cribs/</a> Saw this on facebook. thought it was interesting. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2030#post-27094 Sun, 08 Apr 2012 14:56:37 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 27094@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>what do you think about putting watermarks on your pinterest pictures? they kind of bug me....but then i see my pictures out there and my website fell off...<br /> i am on the no side rightnow, becasue i think it distracts from my boards to have a bunch of names on the pictures...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/annatgreenoak" rel="nofollow">www.pinterest.com/annatgreenoak</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2033#post-27105 Mon, 09 Apr 2012 14:45:13 +0000 MustangGirl 27105@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Heard WD-40 can be used to clean fire damage (scum, smoke) off of a wooden floor. Any truth to that and what are the application/removal directions? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2008#post-26943 Fri, 09 Mar 2012 18:31:28 +0000 dianeinthevalley 26943@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So anyone want to do a spring swap? I'm dying to get out in my garden and have tons of things I want to do (Will they all get done? Of course not!) I'm thinking windchims. Can be small and easy to package. Or garden signs. Chim in and I will organize it if anyone wants to. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2043#post-27126 Tue, 10 Apr 2012 20:01:17 +0000 mcnaughton 27126@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hoping my photo will upload...</p> <p>I bought one of those vintage plywood building blocks for $1.50. It is about 26&quot; 14&quot; x 6&quot; and was in rough condition. After sanding, painting, stenciling and a tinted glaze, I painted the lettering and lily free hand (after tracing them from online generated graphics. I am really happy with it.</p> <p>It was placed on our porch Easter AM. Happy Easter to all who celebrate it.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=89#post-823 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 11:20:14 +0000 Tinta 823@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Any body from Illinois that knows of some good spots. I'm from the Central IL area and not many good spots, that I have found anyway. Auctions seem to be about the best thing around here.</p> <p>Cindy (tinta) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2038#post-27120 Tue, 10 Apr 2012 14:03:17 +0000 Leveta 27120@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was at Rural King earlier and they had the RWG for 9.99. Isn't that a little high for one? Or is it???? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2029#post-27092 Sat, 07 Apr 2012 16:29:36 +0000 LuAnn 27092@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Happy Easter everyone. What's your plans to celebrate this holiday. JH, dtr/sil/grand dtr and I went to a local hotel with a splash park. Then took grand dtr to see the Easter bunny (she's 13 mos old)--didn't like that at all--but she loved the splash park.</p> <p>Have a good Easter and remember the reason for the season!!</p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2022#post-27053 Mon, 02 Apr 2012 03:08:23 +0000 mcnaughton 27053@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I thought I'd start a new thread since it was brought up on another one. Do you use Worthpoint? Is it valuable for you? Could you share your experience with it? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2021#post-27050 Sun, 01 Apr 2012 17:42:59 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 27050@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>wish i could see the big texas show right now...i enjoyed seeing redneck chics blog about it or maybe it was her facebook....it looked like a junkers heaven!! i sell to a few folks who do it...and buy from a few too.[texas trash and treasure] it looks like so much fun....<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=577#post-8948 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 05:29:47 +0000 piecesofthepast 8948@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know there are fanatics out there like me...you know, the kind of person who, if they had a dollar for every magazine they've read, could probably put their kids through Harvard?? That's me, and I'm SICK over all of the magazines that have gone under due to the economy! You would think that with folks like us they could easily stay afloat! I think the one I'm the maddest about is Mary Engelbreit's magazine because it was so different from the others. I am now on the hunt to replenish all of my missing issues, which hasn't been easy! I can't wait for Ki's magazine!! What do you all prefer?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2024#post-27063 Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:47:40 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 27063@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>would you use hash tags on pinterest? i hear pinterest supports them llke twitter does..one tekkie person suggested using them , but im not seeing it on pinterest much.....does it matter? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2023#post-27062 Mon, 02 Apr 2012 17:45:56 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 27062@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>HAS ANYONE TRIED THIS? SOMEONE TOLD ME ABOUTITIN THE STORE YESTERDAY.... SOUNDS NEAT. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=357#post-4757 Mon, 27 Apr 2009 12:25:15 +0000 redneckChic 4757@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>martha who? i give you the credit for the back 10 of my show booth! thank you SO much for posting about the crates! they got me into the show with everything, and hauled back out what i had left! thank you thank you!!!</p> <p>:-)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2020#post-27045 Sun, 01 Apr 2012 15:44:50 +0000 joyfuljunk 27045@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just purchased three large fifties locker basket units...gray shelving each with 24 blue metal baskets. Numbered on the fronts. Some rust and dents...anyone know the value? Thanks so much for any info. Jan of joyful junk </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2018#post-27036 Fri, 30 Mar 2012 11:36:14 +0000 lakerat91 27036@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have 4 long short windows that have vertical blinds and I want to change them out, I have the idea of just pulling all the plastic blind slats out and use the existing track for curtains. I would sew my own panel but I can’t figure out how to keep the fabric inside the existing plastic clip, I’ve have been playing with a sheet folded in half but it just keeps falling out, maybe thicker fabric would work but I do want to make sure the curtain stays in place so I can still open them. I live on a lake and I like having the blinds open for the view, I had originally installed the blinds because they do fold up nicely to one side and don’t block much of the window but I can’t help thinking that fabric would also work if I just figure out how to attach them. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2005#post-26930 Thu, 08 Mar 2012 09:48:58 +0000 Callef 26930@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I posted this last night with a different title but haven't had any replies, so I'll try again. I want to glue a fabric lining inside a long, narrow wood box. I'm just doing the flat part of the bottom and lid, not the sides. I've used spray adhesive in the past, which works great - however, it's kind of a pain to work with to avoid getting the spray on anything else. Is there some kind of brush-on glue that would work and not soak through the fabric, and give a nice smooth result when it dries? </p> <p>Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2014#post-27016 Tue, 20 Mar 2012 10:59:00 +0000 gigi 27016@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>found an old antique childs slate board from late 1800's-early 1900's for $2.49 @ GW!!<br /> the moment i laid eyes on it i knew it was special, but how much, i'm not too sure. Can anyone offer help??<br /> it's 11x8", looks to be laced around the entire edge with an old type of twine and cushioned along that edge with some sort of material (animal skin/fur/or type of fabric, yellowish in color) the slate is cracked on either side but not clear thru....i can write/erase fine on it. mine has the letters ACG or RCG inscribed in it by hand, maybe the childs initials? can't find any maker symbols, etc.<br /> i found a similar pic at this site, looks to be an old ebay listing of sorts? (my wood is more lighter, maybe even different kind?)</p> <p><a href="http://www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/antique-child-slate-chalkboard-national-school-slate" rel="nofollow">www.worthpoint.com/worthopedia/antique-child-slate-chalkboard-national-school-slate</a></p> <p>i realize that i won't retire ;} on it. i wouldn't sell it anyhow, i'm keeping it for myself but i can assume it's worth at least 20 times that $2.49 on a bad day!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2006#post-26931 Thu, 08 Mar 2012 13:09:28 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 26931@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>what are you getting out of pinterest now? love to hear...<br /> im still totally enjoying it and its telling me galvanized is going to be big this yr....and succulents and pallets....<br /> im stocking up on buckets, pails and any neat metal i can find.... pallets, no...cheap but too labor intensive.... i cant wait to make a succulent garden in a birdbath...with the neat long ones hanging down...<br /> i just love the pictures...and how easy it is to organize them...i always had trouble storing and finding them before...<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2007#post-26938 Fri, 09 Mar 2012 01:35:47 +0000 mcnaughton 26938@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is in-store on Saturday only. One quart flat enamel, only.<br /> You need to have a coupon.<br /> <a href="http://www.acehardware.com/coupon/print.jsp" rel="nofollow">http://www.acehardware.com/coupon/print.jsp</a> </p> <p>If you get the offer, why not share what color you chose. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2015#post-27020 Thu, 22 Mar 2012 17:02:16 +0000 huggybear38 27020@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>here are a couple of Painted Iron garden chairs that were on my on line auction and they went for $100.00 just thought you guys would like this information</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=515#post-7550 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 08:32:42 +0000 Leveta 7550@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm going to take a pic of our park here in Hancock Co next time I get the chance. Since I would never get the chance to go to JC un less it was near. It's a beautiful place. But only trailer and tent camping...It has a nice beachouse that's AC/heated. Walking trail, several pervilions around the lake. We can get unlimited wood access for camp fire or fires...Doesn't hurt to fantisize(sp)... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=992#post-15450 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 07:53:48 +0000 thehillbillies 15450@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>o.k... as I was driving home from work last night, I got to thinking how most of us are sick of winter: the snow, cold temps, ice, etc..</p> <p>SOOO... what if we did a &quot;Spring Junk&quot; exchange?!?!</p> <p>We're all looking forward to shows, spring, and decorating, why not add a little spring to our dreams a little early and send each other a touch of spring now?</p> <p>Again, no rules apply... anything you are currently working on, anything you do or have that reminds you of spring (I already have my idea)... </p> <p>any takers?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2013#post-26987 Fri, 16 Mar 2012 18:17:53 +0000 LuAnn 26987@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A friend of mine came across a great idea for children/grandchildren for creative play in the garden. Alot of the kitchen items can be found "junk"--just up our alley. I love this idea and plan on putting one together for GD for next summer (too young this year). Here's a link to my pinterst "playful kids" for some idea.</p> <p><a href="http://pinterest.com/luannsum/playful-kids/" rel="nofollow">http://pinterest.com/luannsum/playful-kids/</a></p> <p>Enjoy</p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2003#post-26909 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 18:01:36 +0000 copperhead 26909@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What does a junker's dream kitchen look like??? I wish there could be an issue of Flea Market Style with lots of junk kitchens. All I see in magazines and on line is fancy smancy new big bucks. What about clean and not much cash? Any body have any ideas? If I thought I could have a contest, I would. Oh and how about a small size? I think 10X12 - yeah and eat in... Maybe a junk style kitchen contest??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2010#post-26953 Sun, 11 Mar 2012 14:40:06 +0000 gigi 26953@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>husband and i waited half the day to bid on an old gumball machine. i even sent our girl over several times(to people we knew helping out)asking it be next up....finally, it was and whats the assistant do, add something with it that was going for high bucks all day thinking the gum machine wouldn't sell by itself!! DUH!!!</p> <p>was i furious!! i wanted to smack her upside the head!! i did make off with a beautiful old royal typewriter (est 30's-40's) for $22.50, so guess i shouldn't complain, huh? they definitely weren't a crowd full of junkers!! which worked for and against me! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2009#post-26951 Sun, 11 Mar 2012 06:36:38 +0000 LuAnn 26951@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Weather here is this part of Michigan (Southeast) has been anything but normal this winter. Yesterday was no different-a little chilly but blue skies and sunny. With that note JH and I headed to a new Flea Market advertised in Goodrich. Well I was quite surprised. There were alot of vendors and shoppers too! I was in my glory. Loads of "junker" stuff. I was able to pick up some vintage story books for my grand daughter, crystal S&#38;P shakers. It is definitely a place I will attend in the upcoming season.</p> <p>JH and I hit an ES also. Stood out side "waiting our turn" for a while but was well worth it. Came home with a vintage "travel case" I want to alter to make a "Fairy Godmother" trunk. (Posted on Pintrest), items to put inside (tiny thread spools), plus household items JH found (including a "Ping" putter-lol).</p> <p>It was a good junking day all the way around. Now the creative juices are flowing, the weather is cooperating, new junking haunts--can it get any better.</p> <p>Have a good weekend.</p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1976#post-26721 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 12:40:03 +0000 robolady 26721@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>See the FMS Blog for a look at the new cover<br /> <a href="http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/</a><br /> It's a beauty. And the inside is even better!!!!</p> <p>Margo </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2002#post-26907 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 22:05:12 +0000 mcnaughton 26907@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm at it again. The rest of you do REAL T2T while I dip my toes in the water.</p> <p>Blue frame + ORB spray paint + 2 burlap-y cloth napkins + buttons &#38; Scrabble tiles = free fun!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=450#post-6121 Wed, 10 Jun 2009 20:30:21 +0000 lovetogarden46 6121@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What do you do with one? My neighbor has one in her trash and I hate to see it go to the landfill. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2000#post-26899 Thu, 01 Mar 2012 19:16:41 +0000 Dale 26899@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is my first post on site. I have been a woodworker for awhile now but also like the junk and hunt of the cool things. I have made cabinets and refinished several things in the past. Now I am going to try my hand at repurposing. Right now my shop is a mess and in need of organization. Then it is time to start. I have a couple of things in mind for now thanks to this site. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=2004#post-26929 Wed, 07 Mar 2012 21:20:36 +0000 Callef 26929@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi everybody - Any suggestions on a good product for sticking a fabric lining inside a wood box? I usually use spray adhesive, which works great, but then you have to mask off anything you don't want the glue on, and it's WAY too windy to spray outside. Plus it's supposed to rain tomorrow, so I'll need to do this indoors. It's kind of a large box I'm wanting to line; I think it was a musical instrument carrying case originally. </p> <p>I'm wondering if Mod Podge would work? But I don't want the glue to soak through the fabric. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1773#post-24593 Tue, 02 Aug 2011 13:19:35 +0000 DPumm 24593@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Tonight. Have you seened this advertized? Hope I remeber to watch it.</p> <p>Lifetime Television has set Tuesday, August 2, at 10:00 PM (ET/PT) as the premiere date for its all-new unscripted series Picker Sisters. Starring best friends and renowned interior designers Tracy Hutson and Tanya McQueen (Extreme Makeover: Home Edition), the program reaffirms the classic saying "one person's trash is another's treasure" by following the design duo as they crisscross America in search of rare relics and materials to create stunning pieces for their Los Angeles home décor pop-up shop. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1999#post-26895 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 19:33:11 +0000 pmccloud 26895@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have waited for ever to get this magazine. I have looked at the old one on line and tried to get a subscription. There is no way to subscribe. I was so happy to see it at Walmart. I have so many things to do in my garden thanks to this great magazine. I already have most the stuff just sitting around. We have planned a craft day to make the plate flowers. I have found every thing I need at our Goodwill store. LOVE ,LOVE ,LOVE this addition. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1556#post-21938 Tue, 15 Feb 2011 14:47:43 +0000 Betsyofsisterstreasures 21938@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello, all. I'm new to posting although I've been one of those "lurkers" lol for a long time. I just purchased a new magazine when I went in search of Ki's new magazine. Her new magazine hadn't reached our Walmart yet but there's a new Flea Market Garden magazine that just reached our shelves. It costs about $10 which is about the going rate for specialty magazines and to me it seems worth it. It's published by the Country Almanac publishers. I'm sure there are a lot of ideas from that magazine and other ideas that I've seen on the web and other mags, but this one has a lot of cute original ideas also. So, if you're like me and still waiting for Ki's Flea Market Style Magazine, check this one out. I couldn't find any websites on it but there are a few blogs that critique it and have pictures if you google the magazine's name. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1997#post-26877 Fri, 24 Feb 2012 00:03:05 +0000 westieokie 26877@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have an old wood kitchen table that I would like to make into an outdoor flower bench. I was told to sand the table, put on a coat of primer, then a coat of color latex, then a coat of white latex to distress it and it would be all right to put outdoors and the weather shouldn't hurt it. Has anyone had any experience with this? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1998#post-26882 Fri, 24 Feb 2012 10:25:04 +0000 DPumm 26882@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The store owner where I sell got a bunch of bowling pins and gave me a dozen to get creative with. She said she has seen snowmen and santas painted on them so she wants something other then that. Have you done anything with bowling pins, can they be cut or drilled easly? I thought about adding on noses and ears with paperclay but she thought it mite break of to easy if they get tipped over. So I was thinking cloth and wire ears and drill a small hole to glue them in. I have never painted one so wondering if I need to sand them first and/or use a primer. One thing I thought about doing was a bee, any ideas on how to make his wings? Thanks a bunch for any help :^). Diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1988#post-26805 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 11:42:20 +0000 She-ne 26805@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have an area about 14 x 28 feet, in an existing building where I do family research, and I have a storage building full of little things, like old medicine bottles, hinges, door hardware, old linens, postcards, books magazines,architectural pieces,small furniture pieces,etc. I am trying to decide if I want to open up this area as a place to showcase ideas from Pinterest, and then, offer all these little pieces for sale. I want to make it look like an old general store. Since, I am retired, I don't have to do this for income, but would like to do it for fun. My question is, do you think I could get enough small things displayed in this area to be worth a visit from folks needing supplies for their Pinterest habit? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1989#post-26820 Sat, 18 Feb 2012 22:56:03 +0000 mcnaughton 26820@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here is a photo that shows (I hope) the white button background. Next comes my button shamrock.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1996#post-26875 Thu, 23 Feb 2012 16:44:55 +0000 daisytoad 26875@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I think I'm headed to Houston to listen to a childhood friend do a conference on Pro-Life (Rebecca St.James is doing the music!) Thinking about turning it into a junkin vacation....what can you recommend in that area?! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1995#post-26860 Wed, 22 Feb 2012 08:03:11 +0000 StephD 26860@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I recently bought this rush chair with intentions to cover the seat portion with burlap and maybe some foam under it to help with the lumpiness...anyway, I'm having a hard time finding and figuring out exactly how to do it. Any suggestions on how to get the burlap to stay since a staple or nails probably won't hold. I don't want to remove the fiber rush I just want to cover it...any suggestions?! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1979#post-26747 Wed, 08 Feb 2012 21:30:13 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 26747@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>its made me want to try afgans....bottle ideas.bright fun turqouise... and lots more...imho its going to ereally be a part of the junk business...<br /> ...also i think my customers are going nuts on pinterest and need me to find the fun junky parts for them...<br /> ann <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1640#post-23048 Fri, 15 Apr 2011 09:37:28 +0000 lovecrafting 23048@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I want to paint some furniture with chalk paint to get that beautiful matte look. Have never used chalk paint and wondering where to buy it. I have looked on the internet and everything I find is expensive (27$ a liter and up). Have also found recipes to make it but it requires some very specialty products to make. Don't think I get the right look using matte paint. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1990#post-26823 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 09:09:51 +0000 lovecrafting 26823@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I will be the first to admit that I am a cheapskate but I have made homemade chalk paint using calcium carbonate or plaster but I recently went to a local boutique and the nice lady at the store offered to sell me some Annie Sloan paint samples at a very reasonable price and I love it so much I went back and bought 2 quarts. To me the name brand is better in this case. It went on smoother and covered better for me. Now on to the wax debate-a friend gave me a tub of Briwax and I like but am wondering what the difference is from the Annie Sloan. I am currently using the light brown Briwax but would like to do a few pieces with clear wax but not sure which brand to buy. Advice anyone? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1991#post-26828 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 19:21:30 +0000 fancyschmancy 26828@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am beginning to repurpose on larger scale, and I need a place to spray paint during the winter months. Does anyone have any ideas? Does anyone use homemade paint booths? Please Help! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1993#post-26838 Mon, 20 Feb 2012 15:51:11 +0000 huggybear38 26838@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://explore-education.blogspot.com/2011/08/art-recipes.html" rel="nofollow">http://explore-education.blogspot.com/2011/08/art-recipes.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1992#post-26836 Mon, 20 Feb 2012 11:54:51 +0000 huggybear38 26836@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://explore-education.blogspot.com/2011/08/art-recipes.html" rel="nofollow">http://explore-education.blogspot.com/2011/08/art-recipes.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1987#post-26803 Fri, 17 Feb 2012 09:45:52 +0000 gigi 26803@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i just purchased an entire section of these (contains 30 small and 2 large doors in all) using it for storage of course but any ideas to jazz it up further come to mind??<br /> it will go in a guest bedroom i'm redoing with an old 1920's bedroom suite, making old looking banners, curtains and distressing some pics to hang. using lots of old insulators, oil lamps and license plates in there too. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1984#post-26779 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 10:35:04 +0000 Wright 26779@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw a photo of someone that put up a large box sprig on a door. But right beside it on a window was an old wooden coat hanger with a curtian hang over it as a curtian. If you have seen one of these please let me know. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1804#post-24991 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 11:11:03 +0000 SecondHandRosie 24991@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've seen a neat idea just lately using them but I don't remember what for or where it was!! Anybody have a clue?</p> <p>That's it - I'm getting too senile to even JUNK anymore! LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1986#post-26785 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 19:02:02 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 26785@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>im getting spring fever!! there are so many fun junky garden ideas in my head.... partly from pinterest..... like a giant junk sign....a 2 or 3 level planter out of different containers.... and i would like to learn or get someone to build me some cement with found objects in it.....<br /> a;;soim bu;ying all the fun buckets and big pots and big farm stuff i can for the garden season.at the store.... thinking junk selling will be great this yr....<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1981#post-26760 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:03:04 +0000 vistastores 26760@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I want to know more about patio umbrellas' fabric. Which is best fabric for patio umbrellas which may help us to us it more in summer season?</p> <p>1. Marine<br /> 2. Olefin<br /> 3. Sunbrella<br /> 4. Vinyl </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1985#post-26782 Tue, 14 Feb 2012 12:51:05 +0000 Chelcass 26782@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought a Suggestion Box at a yard sale a year or so ago and it has been sitting in the Garage. Here's what my dh made for me out of it.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1983#post-26774 Sat, 11 Feb 2012 08:21:21 +0000 gigi 26774@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i was browsing through Neil Zurchers blog (he's a veteran tv newsman in ohio) and stumbled across this beauty. It's in Elmore, Ohio (just off the turnpike) and thought some of you may have been there or would like to go and i don't think you'll need to d.r.a.g. your guy in this store :)</p> <p>here's the link to read for yourself:<br /> <a href="http://www.onetanktrips.com" rel="nofollow">www.onetanktrips.com</a></p> <p>this little place boasts "4" antique stores, sounds worthy of a look-see!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1982#post-26769 Fri, 10 Feb 2012 21:11:51 +0000 Junk Junkie 26769@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi,<br /> Making a road trip from Stephenville, Texas to Hobbs, NM..wondering if anyone knows of some good West Texas junking stops??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1632#post-22925 Fri, 08 Apr 2011 13:10:56 +0000 Lauriesl 22925@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Anyone have any suggestions on how to reuse old outdoor umbrellas and the wooden frames they came on? I keep thinking that there must be something cool to do with them but as of yet inspiration has not struck. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1856#post-25491 Tue, 04 Oct 2011 07:53:10 +0000 dianeinthevalley 25491@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My niece told my sister who told me about this site. It's a social network where people post pictures of EVERYTHING! Type in "old doorknobs" and tons of pictures come up with what people have done with them. I typed in "silverware crafts" and pictures of chandeliers, windchimes, jewelry and more popped up. You have to ask to be invited and then they send you a link to sign up, no cost. Just thought you'ld like to look. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=888#post-14080 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:22:39 +0000 moderator 14080@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is the place to post your prayer concerns, health issues, and general personal topics.</p> <p>Please reserve prayer requests for yourself or persons you actually know. Please do not re-post email prayer requests if you do not actually know the subject being prayed for, or are within one acquaintance from that person. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1980#post-26754 Thu, 09 Feb 2012 15:43:24 +0000 gigi 26754@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>did you all see the new GLIDDEN DUO PAINT + PRIMER??<br /> i received an email from glidden, was hoping it came with an option to get a free pint....but no such luck this time. (aww...shucks!)</p> <p>am wondering if it's similar to the chalk paint and what price it runs in comparison??</p> <p>if anyone tries anytime soon, please let us all know what you think!! :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1978#post-26728 Mon, 06 Feb 2012 21:53:16 +0000 mcnaughton 26728@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I enjoyed rooting through my button stash to make this framed heart. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1975#post-26711 Sat, 04 Feb 2012 21:07:34 +0000 rebbecca.loar 26711@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A friend of mine needed a cute coat rack to put by her front door, but the space was limited in depth. We took an old wooden screen door, took off the screen, sanded and painted it a funky melon color (to pull out the main color in her newly redecorated dining room to the right of the entrance way), put a mirror in the top half of the door, added cool funky fabric behind the middle spindles and the two bottom panels. We added 3 antique glass knobs for hanging purses as you enter the home and added 2 antique hooks near the top for coats. We mounted it directly to the wall and everyone who enters wants to know where she got the cool coat rack. If you want to see it, go to rebbecca becki bruce loar on facebook. It was a fun and quick project.... only about 2 hours and it is unique and fits her style. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1974#post-26705 Fri, 03 Feb 2012 18:38:53 +0000 mcnaughton 26705@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My niece found this wobbly bench at the curb and used thrift store belts to weave stability and style into the piece. I think the bench turned out wonderfully! I'm glad she let me share it with you.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1967#post-26629 Wed, 25 Jan 2012 19:15:02 +0000 LisasCreativeDesigns 26629@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi Everyone!<br /> I am a newbie and am so glad I have found this wonderful site! For my first post I would love to share with you my latest DIY Home Improvement project I just completed. I needed more storage in my kitchen, a pantry most of all. I had a few old doors in my garage and they inspired me to build a pantry from scratch. I love how it turned out. If you want to see more you can check it out on my blog at <a href="http://www.lisascreativedesigns.com/lisascottageblog/2012/01/creating-a-new-pantry-from-recycled-doors/" rel="nofollow">http://www.lisascreativedesigns.com/lisascottageblog/2012/01/creating-a-new-pantry-from-recycled-doors/</a></p> <p>Its nice to be here and &quot;meet&quot; everyone!<br /> Lisa</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1971#post-26680 Mon, 30 Jan 2012 13:28:09 +0000 huggybear38 26680@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I SAW ON PINTREST WHERE THEY MADE SOME TISSUE PAPER POM POMS AND THEY WERE SO CUTE I HAD TO MAKE SOME..I USED DOLLAR STORE TISSUE PAPER AND WITH ONE PACK YOU CAN MAKE SEVERAL POM POMS.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=258#post-3080 Wed, 18 Mar 2009 09:55:19 +0000 thehillbillies 3080@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Checkout shopping at Wal-Mart, I found and bought, Flea Market Style, from Country Decorating Ideas... some really cute and neat junking ideas... I know we talked about new magazines, and I don't know if anyone mentioned this one yet. Its $6.95 and worth it. A good read and some neat ideas... it's on display until August so you have time to pick it up... but check it out! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1970#post-26665 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:39:50 +0000 Callef 26665@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It's been so wonderfully mild here this winter in Tulsa - what a blessing. Of course it has me thinking "Spring!" although I know we'll get hit with some blasts o'winter. Who has spring things on display in their booths already? I'm torn - should I start putting out green, springy, birds-nesty type things now, or wait til late February? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1969#post-26653 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 10:24:43 +0000 junxtaposition 26653@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>sharing something i saw today...</p> <p><a href="http://uruguay-az.blogspot.com/2011/07/recycling-of-old-cds.html" rel="nofollow">http://uruguay-az.blogspot.com/2011/07/recycling-of-old-cds.html</a></p> <p>what an awesome idea..perfect size...free downloads to print </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1968#post-26634 Thu, 26 Jan 2012 21:44:08 +0000 SecondHandRosie 26634@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just bought two old farm produce type baskets to resell in my booth. It seems that lately sales have been better when things are "staged" or suggested ideas for using things are given.</p> <p>What can I display in these baskets? Want to put them in tomorrow and my mind is GONE tonight! TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1965#post-26598 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:41:47 +0000 DPumm 26598@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have been using E6000 on my glass things and it has worked real good until this last tube I got. I have had several things come apart on the ride to the store where I sell (almost a hour away). I always let things set for several days so the glue can dry good. I was wondering if anyone else is having trouble. Have they changed or did I get a bad patch or what? Has anyone used any other glue on glass things? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1962#post-26562 Mon, 16 Jan 2012 07:36:08 +0000 lovecrafting 26562@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am having trouble pinpointing exactly what to buy and put in my booths right now as it seems there is no rhyme or reason as to what is selling. I do sell quite a bit of small furniture as long as I can keep the price under 40$ or so. What is and isnt selling for you right now? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1966#post-26599 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 15:08:27 +0000 DPumm 26599@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The shop owner says she would like for me to bring in more everyday, shelf filler type stuff. I do a lot of upcycling projects like turing things into birdhouses and painting on stuff and a lot of snowmen. I have been thinking about what to make and it seems I make a lot of stuff that hangs up on the wall or goes outside not on the shelf. Anyways wondering if anyone has some ideas, what to you look for? I've got a couple things started with painted roosters and I have some little bottles I want to turn into photo/recipe holders. I know we have talked a lot about bed springs on here, I have some and I'm thinking about making little wool birds and putting one in a nest on a spring. Any ideas what I should try to make? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1956#post-26517 Sat, 07 Jan 2012 17:08:37 +0000 DrCox 26517@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Warning mom brag.</p> <p>We stopped by Retro Pop Shop in Lee Mass. Great place full of colorful retro coke and other items. She bought a 50s straw dispenser and a 70s polaroid. Cool stuff. And she has already found an online manual for the camera and film for it. I am so proud. </p> <p>Anyhow if youre around western Mass stop by Retro Pop Shop. It was a ton of fun. You can see his store online. Do a search for it. Great little shop with a summer ice cream stand attached to it. </p> <p>Laurie </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1964#post-26597 Mon, 23 Jan 2012 14:23:20 +0000 gigi 26597@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>BH&#38;G had some cute ideas for valentines day but could be used around christmas-birthdays, etc. for your lottery fans or your big romantics.</p> <p>how to make your own "scratch-off paint"<br /> mix 2 parts metallic acrylic paint to 1 part dishwashing liquid </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1960#post-26539 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 11:37:39 +0000 huggybear38 26539@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Any ideas for a little girl who will turn 3 birthday present.. I was thinking of something like a dress-up chest. with beads, fancy items to put on.. hats, dresses, shoes etc.. whatcha you all think, or do you have any ideas what to get a little girl who has just almost everything. and loves to play dress up </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1958#post-26526 Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:32:01 +0000 huggybear38 26526@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I think we all can use this statement every once in a while.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1957#post-26522 Sun, 08 Jan 2012 13:28:50 +0000 jojo 26522@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>need some ideas about decorating old windows </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1963#post-26581 Tue, 17 Jan 2012 21:01:35 +0000 scrapmunkey 26581@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does anyone have any good places to junk in North MS? Or Southern Missouri? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1961#post-26542 Fri, 13 Jan 2012 14:26:07 +0000 huggybear38 26542@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>thought you guys would like to see the sign some one posted on my facebook</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1955#post-26511 Sat, 07 Jan 2012 08:32:42 +0000 lovecrafting 26511@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We are getting ready to remodel the main bathroom in our house and the lighting is giving me nightmares. We are going for a French country look with beadboard wainscoting on the lower walls and a super pale pink on the upper walls. I have an antique brass fixture I am thinking of possibly using on the ceiling but having trouble coming up with anything even close to matching for over the mirror.I need help! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1954#post-26508 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 18:57:39 +0000 Ki 26508@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If you haven't been to Junk Bonanza and want to know what fun you could have, check out the video we filmed at Junk Bonanza 2011! It is short, but it rocks!<br /> <a href="http://vimeo.com/32162129" rel="nofollow">http://vimeo.com/32162129</a><br /> Ki </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1959#post-26530 Tue, 10 Jan 2012 15:36:14 +0000 huggybear38 26530@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here is a site I just found for selling folks homemade crafts or items just thought I would share</p> <p><a href="http://www.hoodoofringe.com/index.asp" rel="nofollow">http://www.hoodoofringe.com/index.asp</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1583#post-22266 Thu, 10 Mar 2011 10:26:15 +0000 junkernewbie 22266@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi folks - </p> <p>I'm opening my first antique booth in April and am very excited (and nervous)!</p> <p>Thought it would be fun to start a thread where folks could post their advice, thoughts, questions re: opening/running a booth.</p> <p>What's one thing you wish someone told you when you were opening your booth?</p> <p>thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1891#post-25922 Wed, 09 Nov 2011 07:01:54 +0000 junxtaposition 25922@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i am an old school aol girl, but i am feeling the need to finally change..so...</p> <p>two questions<br /> 1) what browser do you use?<br /> 2) what email service do you use?</p> <p>and do you like them?</p> <p>thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1925#post-26272 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 14:08:59 +0000 antiquingarky 26272@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here in Hot Springs Arkansas, we have a ranch that is called "Hillcrest Childrens Home". It is for pregnant children, or neglected children. Wonderful place. A friend of mine and I are looking into do a fundraiser around June or July, at the Hot Springs Summit Convention Center to raise money for this ranch to benefit these children. Do a Antique show, and booth rent would go to the ranch. The summit covers approx. 10 acres. I wanted to throw this out to all of you now to see if any of you could be available to do this, or know someone who would. I am truely hoping that some of you can come with your items, because Hot Springs is a HUGE hot item town, and you have incredible ideas. you have given me many. PLEASE check your calendars to see if you already have shows. Dates are not set, and I will work around people to get you. Also, Hillcrest is making hotel arrangements. God Bless you all. :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1699#post-23735 Sat, 21 May 2011 10:16:25 +0000 hopeandjoyhome 23735@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi! I got this shabby pink vintage metal tray last week and knew it needed a new purpose...and here it is! I like how it turned out and wanted to share. My process (such as it is) is on my blog <a href="http://www.hopeandjoyhome.blogspot.com." rel="nofollow">www.hopeandjoyhome.blogspot.com.</a> Now I need to make some repurposed magnets for it!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1943#post-26462 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 15:24:42 +0000 DPumm 26462@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone tryed this? I saw a ad on craglist for a kiln someone has for sale close to me. They said don't use it anymore and want to get it out of the way so selling cheap. I have been thinking about this for a while because I have a lot of bottles to do something with. Just wondering if it would be a good investment, if the bottles would sell good and if the stuff needed to do them is costly. I have never used a kiln and I am a little worried about that, keep telling myself it is nothing more then a electric oven that gets very hot. I'll have to get 220 ran to my shop befor I can try anything too. I'm thinking about making the serving trays with wine bottles and maybe suncatchers or ornaments from small bottles. Would love any help, advice or anything. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1940#post-26386 Fri, 30 Dec 2011 02:11:41 +0000 blackantsnpeonys 26386@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am the only one who lays awake at night thinking about re-purposed items and projects? i turn on the light and write all the good stuff down and then try to get to sleep....if that doesn't work, I must get up and work on my creation. Am I the only one who does this? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1936#post-26373 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 00:30:39 +0000 DrCox 26373@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am starting a semi new hobby. I have done minor restoration of not very old bikes and now I am venturing into complete restoration of very old bikes. I like Schwinns the best. I want to restore one to original condition. Does anyone have any good info on how to do it? Companies that help? Or any web sites that instruct?</p> <p>Laurie </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1946#post-26485 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 17:38:46 +0000 DrCox 26485@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Yeah sounds crazy. But I found one in an antique store this week. It even had a certificate of authenticity stating it was indeed a CD stand. Crazy. What will they try to put over on us next?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=136#post-1289 Sat, 07 Feb 2009 13:22:24 +0000 Ki 1289@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A friend of mine sent me these photos and it got me thinking. Most of us junkers are addicted to something. Call it our personal collection, if you will. I am addicted to advertising glassware and china. I can't seem to go anywhere without picking up a souvenir for my stash. This guy in Freemont Nebraska has a collection of 10,752 fishing lures displayed in his shop, Hounds Collectibles and More. Man oh man!</p> <p>What is your junk addiction? Come on, be honest!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1944#post-26464 Tue, 03 Jan 2012 16:45:32 +0000 drquinn67 26464@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I ended up with a bunch (about 20) of those canvas bags used for folding chairs. I hate to tear them apart too much as they are already nice bags...just can't think of anything practical to store in them. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1945#post-26470 Wed, 04 Jan 2012 10:05:17 +0000 huggybear38 26470@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A box of fabric softener sheets can go far beyond the laundry room. Just one sheet (even if it's already used) is able to take the place of a bunch of cleaning products. Here are our favorite uses for this must-have:</p> <p>- Pot "Scrubber." If you're someone who likes baking your macaroni and cheese, you will agree that the worst part is dealing with the messy baking dish, with the fused noodle/cheese hybrid that takes forever to scrape out. You can try soaking it over night with warm soapy water, you'll still have to spend lots of time scrubbing out the baked-on bits. Instead, throw in a fabric softener sheet into the pot with warm soapy water and leave overnight. The mess will be gone (almost) in the morning. </p> <p>- Gnats No More. Fabric softener sheets not only repel static cling but pests. A joint study last year by Kansas State University and University of Illinois found out that fabric softener sheets repel gnats. Fabric softener contains chemicals that prevent gnat larva from wreaking havoc on indoor and greenhouse potted plants. </p> <p>- Pet Hair Remover. Did your cat get hair all over your black pants? Don't worry about it. You can use a fabric softener sheet to remove pet hair from your clothes by rolling the sheet against the offending fur. The sheet fights off the static cling that makes pet hair stick.</p> <p>- Water Spots Be Gone. Most of us have hard water, which can leave calcium deposits on chrome surfaces (like faucets and handles). It's a pain to clean...unless you have a dryer sheet. Simply buff the chrome with a sheet to restore the spotless shine.</p> <p>- Instant Sachets. Not too surprising, but a dryer sheet is great for clearing the air in stinky situations. Just toss one in a gym bag, in the kitchen garbage or even your sneakers. Your friends and family will thank you. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1893#post-25960 Mon, 14 Nov 2011 18:30:15 +0000 mcnaughton 25960@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I finished some projects this weekend. I'm using Thanksgiving as my deadline for adding aqua to my family room. I painted the child's drop-leaf table, distressed it and finished it off with a brown-tinted glaze, I covered old pillows with a damask patterned shower curtain from Home Goods and embellished them with buttons I had on hand. I put a &quot;belt&quot; of that shower curtain fabric around a thrift store pillow I bought for $1.25. </p> <p>I used a lot of my old buttons to my &quot;Give Thanks&quot; piece. I spray painted the old frame with gold and glazed it with the brown tint. The letters don't stand out as much as I would like. Any ideas?</p> <p>Most of my supplies were on hand, so I spent about $25 on everything. I hope you like what I did.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1941#post-26418 Sun, 01 Jan 2012 01:43:10 +0000 Ki 26418@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Wishing everyone a happy new year! You are an amazing group of talented, creative and generous people. You make me proud to call myself a junker!<br /> Be well and may you have a blessed 2012!<br /> Ki </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1937#post-26375 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 01:23:40 +0000 1955mercury 26375@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey Ya'll! I just registered at this site and don't know exactly what ya'll do here yet. Do people sell stuff on here? I like old car stuff, like unusual hub caps or hood ornaments or things you hang around the rear view mirrow and stuff like that. If anyone has anything like that, I'm a potential buyer. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1942#post-26442 Mon, 02 Jan 2012 06:52:57 +0000 junxtaposition 26442@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://studio5.ksl.com/?nid=61&#38;sid=14428842" rel="nofollow">http://studio5.ksl.com/?nid=61&#38;sid=14428842</a></p> <p>this is just too cute...going to make a few of these right now ! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1571#post-22143 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 21:50:56 +0000 ladydianab 22143@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have been really enjoying refurbishing items and most I don't really want to hang on to. I am actually hoping to sell them if I can. The other day I had some glass vases and decopaged (I know, misspelled) them and took them to the antique mall booth. Then I went to Hobby Lobby and saw they had the same thing! and it was sooo much nicer and better made than what I had created. I thought that there is no way to compete with them... guess what? I went to the antique mall today and saw that one of my little vases had sold! go figure. Anyway, what kind of luck do you have in selling handmade items?</p> <p>Thanks,<br /> diana</p> <p>I hope that you don't mind my many questions, forgive me, I am an antiquing newbie. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1935#post-26369 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 20:31:29 +0000 huggybear38 26369@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.homemadesimple.com/en-us/homeorganization/pages/repurposed-organizers-hangers.aspx?utm_source=Email&#38;utm_medium=Single%2BFocus&#38;utm_campaign=Hangers" rel="nofollow">http://www.homemadesimple.com/en-us/homeorganization/pages/repurposed-organizers-hangers.aspx?utm_source=Email&#38;utm_medium=Single%2BFocus&#38;utm_campaign=Hangers</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1859#post-25537 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 18:33:10 +0000 nikolas_william 25537@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found an old wood window plane in my neighbors trash. And I figured I’d do something with it. So I took it home yesterday and today I turned it into a hat and coat rack. I cleaned the whole thing up and removed the top window latch and the handle and then sanded the whole thing. I then screwed in the hooks, taped the bird print in the back and nailed in picture hangers in the back. Here's some before and after pictures:</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1752#post-24387 Sun, 10 Jul 2011 13:52:19 +0000 Peony 24387@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I still have boxes of stuff that never got unpacked from our last move. I'm too embarrassed to tell you how long ago that was. LOL. But I am curious to see what great stuff might be there that I have forgotten all about. Of course, I'll have to either leave a bread crumb trail or tie a rope around my waist before I wade in and start. Has anybody else done this and found anything good? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1818#post-25142 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 11:02:06 +0000 daisytoad 25142@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Post pics if you have em! Let's share each of our best selling projects and get each other in gear for the holidays!</p> <p>I'm trying to locate the file with mine! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=273#post-3393 Tue, 24 Mar 2009 10:46:56 +0000 Peg Graham 3393@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here's what I did with some old windows: </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1930#post-26317 Sat, 24 Dec 2011 07:49:51 +0000 scrapmetal 26317@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was wondering how many in this community are active scrap metal recyclers! Does anybody else like to save there old, beat-up metal items for metal salvage?</p> <p>... I consider it my specialty. :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=480#post-6719 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:43:35 +0000 chiccottagejunk 6719@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Since I feel so at home here on the Junk Revolution, I wanted to throw a House Warming Party so that everyone felt cozy and comfortable! If I'm out of line, please forgive me, but here I go... </p> <p>I might be the only one curious on here, but I feel that the more we bond on here, the more I need to refer to you gals by first name. Some of us sign off on our posts with our first name, but the majority do not. I can certainly understand protection from predators lurking around, but I feel pretty darn safe with my "junkin buddies" on the junk revolution.</p> <p>If you feel all warm and cozy and compelled, please feel free to post your first name &#38; location here and join the House Warming Party!</p> <p>I am Sue from Sw Michigan- How do you do? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1939#post-26382 Thu, 29 Dec 2011 20:55:50 +0000 Ki 26382@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just saw this on utube and found it weirdly funny with the emphasis on weirdly. I also like Portlandia's Put a bird on it video.<br /> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vuD1oDth6es" rel="nofollow">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vuD1oDth6es</a><br /> Have a super new year!<br /> Ki </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1933#post-26342 Mon, 26 Dec 2011 19:30:44 +0000 dianeinthevalley 26342@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok ladies, time to think about the New Year and what God has in store for us, and what WE have in store.<br /> I want to lose weight, but better yet, get healthy. I want to paint more and craft and sew and use my talents that have been stagnent for Yeeaarrrrsssssssss.I want to organize my house and not throw things in a closet and forget about it. I want to declutter my life. And I want to make a portion of the things I have posted on Pinterest. (Dear Lord Help Me!)<br /> My son got me a sign for Christmas that says "Lord I hope this day is good." Well ladies, I pray the Lord makes every day in 2012 good for you and yours. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1667#post-23417 Fri, 06 May 2011 10:28:58 +0000 daisytoad 23417@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I had an "all about me day" yesterday and bought myself the most expensive Dremel they had at Wal-Mart (its Mothers Day right?). I didn't look a the others or compare (I had my 2 toddlers with me)</p> <p>Anyone have on and like it? hate it? Have a better one?</p> <p>I haven't even taken it out of the box, am dying to, but my kids have decided it is more fun to get in trouble TOGETHER than one by one (cue the qtips in the toilet and violins here) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1934#post-26362 Wed, 28 Dec 2011 05:28:50 +0000 TheDirtyLoft 26362@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought 4 of these tables that came out of an old foundry. They are all different and I'm experimenting with different finishes and looks. Here's a picture of the first one I finished. They'll make sweet coffee tables in someone's loft apartment. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1932#post-26334 Mon, 26 Dec 2011 13:40:42 +0000 huggybear38 26334@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My little nephew got a neat Handmade Christma gift and not expensive at all.. it was six small bean bags made of differnt fabric, with is Intials on each one.. his name is Conner... the letters were printed on each bag in Black fabric paint.. and she just use a small plastic square tub.. I bet this little guy played with this for hours.. it is always good to have older Uncles or Old Aunts to play with them.. but he had a ball and it taght him several things.. how to spell his name, and how to land a bean bag in the tub.. the bags are about 4inches by 4 inches..square.. and filled with small navy beans.. such a great idea.. the other idea was this young lady took family photos off the internet and printed them off , but before she did she added in large print who they were... like MOMMY , DADDY, AUNT VICKIE, ETC. she had one for each member of the family, even one of her great grandfather who just passed away. she then took them and had them lamanated and sealed under plastic and had a scrapbook paper backing on each one.. they each were about 8 inches high and 6 inches wide. or maybe less.. but she put them all in a ziplock plastic baggie and they are her family flash cards.. such a cute cute idea.. Just wanted to share with you all for some ideas for nest year.. I will see if I can get photos for you.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1927#post-26282 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 03:44:12 +0000 Callef 26282@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi all, </p> <p>You'd think December would be the best month for sales, but that has not been my experience. It hasn't been terrible, but I'm disappointed that a lot of my (in my opinion) fabulous things have not been selling. Do you think people buy vintage more for themselves than they do for gifts, thus perhaps not shopping the antique malls so much for Christmas? I jokingly told my husband, "I guess they're all at Walmart or Target buying junk made in China" :)</p> <p>I have a 25% off everything sale going because I really would like to move a bunch of merchandise so I can have a new look by mid-January. Sigh...just wondering what others' December sales have been like. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=78#post-721 Wed, 21 Jan 2009 05:51:10 +0000 momlvcntrt 721@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>lets see what everyone comes up with for bed spring crafts i have lots of ideas looking to see what my new friends 'invision' </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1923#post-26231 Thu, 15 Dec 2011 01:37:21 +0000 chiccottagejunk 26231@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know that I've been awol for a long time and only lurk and post when I get a few minutes to spare, but I wanted to wish everyone of you junkin' buddies a very...</p> <p>Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!</p> <p>May you all prosper in good health, good family and good junk!</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1928#post-26286 Wed, 21 Dec 2011 19:24:16 +0000 huggybear38 26286@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is the new shop that Jenny opened in Bellevue, the name is Vintage 707 not Vintage on Route 8 but thought you all would like to see the front of her shop.. looks so pretty</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1926#post-26276 Tue, 20 Dec 2011 05:40:22 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 26276@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>pinterest is so much fun!!! and im finding way too many new projects!!! im seeing so many lamp projects and have never tried that....also tons of slat wood projects.... sometimes the pinterest search works sometimes it doesnt..... i thnk they must be grrowing really fast... sure seem like it around here.... ...<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1890#post-25914 Tue, 08 Nov 2011 10:58:26 +0000 Chelcass 25914@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Is there going to be an ornament exchange this year???? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1924#post-26270 Mon, 19 Dec 2011 12:01:03 +0000 lovecrafting 26270@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have 1 day to go junking while we are here for Christmas. Can't take anything big home cuz we are flying but need a junkin day so I don't go into withdrawals. Any suggestions? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1922#post-26206 Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:22:22 +0000 antiquingarky 26206@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ladies, I have watched each and everyone of you come up with some of the neatest ideas for things, and I am at a lost and need HELP!! I bought this item at a flea market for practically nothing, and I am going to use it in my Antique shows that I do. I can't figure out how to use it. Any ideas? I have approx. 50-60 doilies that I have picked up and I thought about laying them around it but I think that would look stupid. (I hope no one has done that since I said that). Please give me your input. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1921#post-26166 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 07:50:57 +0000 Meadowview Farm 26166@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Where is your favorite place to go for the holidays? We're talking places that get you in the spirit of the season.</p> <p>We are heading to one of my favorite places today to gather some Christmas charm...Stillwater, Minnesota. We try to put this on our holiday "to do list" every year. This sweet riverside town will be dressed to the nines in garland &#38; twinkle -- and it is full of antique &#38; specialty shops. </p> <p>We are off! Where might you be off to this year (or wish to be off to)? </p> <p>Kari</p> <p>Will post pictures of our day: <a href="http://www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1914#post-26132 Wed, 30 Nov 2011 13:52:34 +0000 huggybear38 26132@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>/sw/ Ten Tips For Selling on Etsy<br /> Posted by SWN Editor - Susan on November 27, 2009 at 8:09am in Online Marketplace SellersBack to Online Marketplace Sellers Posts.I've been selling my art online &#38; in person for several years. These are the things I'm dying to tell people about their etsy shops. Ten quick tips for your etsy shop and online sales of arts and crafts in general:</p> <p>1. Niche thyself. Your shop should have a consistent aesthetic or product line. Don't try to be everything to everybody. A shop full of cohesive work that connects with a potential buyer is a powerful thing. Nail your niche.</p> <p>2. List it! If you sell it, list it- don't make people ask for it. As a photographer, I offer prints in various sizes. Since I've started listing my larger prints in my shop and not just mentioning in the descriptions that large prints are available, my sales of large prints have risen dramatically.</p> <p>3. Smile. Be happy. Always, always, always have a positive attitude about your business. Everyone loves a success. Never complain about lack of sales. Never. Always find something positive to say. Success creates buzz, creates excitement, makes people wonder what they are missing and they visit your shop looking for the fabulous things they're missing.</p> <p>4. Photos. Photos. Photos. They can always be better.</p> <p>5. Build your brand. Be in it for the long haul. Buy the advertising that you can afford to do for 3 months or more. If you can only afford an ad on a particular site or blog for a week, look for another place to advertise. Work to make your name &#38; product familiar to people; they need to see your ad over &#38; over. When people are familiar with your name &#38; product, they will think of you when they are ready to buy.</p> <p>6. Price for success. Low prices may be killing your business. People may think your product is cheap. The people that are buying from you may be buying only on price- those are not the buyers you want to cultivate for the long term success of your business.</p> <p>7. Make the things you love. Then find the market. Put your heart &#38; soul into your work &#38; people will know.</p> <p>8. Answer your buyers' questions. Write full descriptions. The number one reason online browsers don't buy is they don't feel that they have enough information about the product. (Info from Etsy's usability testing.) Give your browsers plenty of information on your product. Write your description as if there were no photographs in the listing.</p> <p>9. Give your buyers confidence. Tell them they can return it if they are not happy. You might get a few returns- build that in your cost model. The increased sales will be worth the cost of a few returns.</p> <p>10. Know thyself. What is your mission? What are your goals? What do you want from your business this year? Next year? in 10 years? Getting clear on your goals will help you focus your efforts in your business. Should you pursue wholesale opportunities? Licensing? A larger studio space? Should you branch into another media? A vision of your future will help you make these decisions.</p> <p>Tricia McKellar writes small business marketing articles for artists and crafters for the popular indie biz tips blog Wonder Thinking. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1898#post-26031 Sat, 19 Nov 2011 03:57:27 +0000 copperhead 26031@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Wish me a happy birthday for Monday - it's a BIG one - people think those decade birthdays are open season on gag gifts - I LOVE gag gifts anyway - giving or receiving - my BFF gave me a body bag... She said she couldn't think of anything to re-use it for. I figure it will make a nice gift when SHE gets my age... how about a place to store things under the bed? The bag has 6 strap handles one in each corner and on on each side in the middle - handy for carrying a body I guess. Then there is a zipper down the middle. It is green HEAVY weight fabric - green burial... maybe decorate it some how... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1738#post-24142 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 14:48:18 +0000 mcnaughton 24142@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So, I took apart box springs and made my wreath, but the bed springs are sooo tall. The wreath can't fit between the exterior door and a storm door. I hope the neighbors weren't watching me today when I sandwiched my wreath between two pieces of wood and drove the van on top of the wreath "sandwich." Even after an hour, there was minimal compression. Anyone have this issue and a solution? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1913#post-26121 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:41:40 +0000 mcnaughton 26121@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A big improvement, don't you think? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1912#post-26118 Mon, 28 Nov 2011 13:37:17 +0000 mcnaughton 26118@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I showed you some of my projects before Thanksgiving. I followed your advice for providing more contrast. Here is the result along with the before pic.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1896#post-26013 Fri, 18 Nov 2011 08:16:57 +0000 daisytoad 26013@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>After so many postponed attempts to have a store to call my own, through God's grace today my store opens!!! Together with my great friend we open 'The Loft' downtown. Hope to post pictures for you all later today. God is SO good! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1801#post-24936 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 17:32:25 +0000 ladydianab 24936@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>to either closing or selling online only? I love my booth at the antique mall but the owner has had to raise rent due to increased property taxes. I will now pay $165/mo for an 8x10 my space. I share with a friend an only a couple of times have our combined sales made rent. We are now thinking of moving to selling online (craigslist mostly because it is free and we only want to deal local). I wish we could sell from the garage but in town it is "illegal". Can only have 4 garage sales per year.</p> <p>Just wondering,<br /> diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1895#post-26007 Thu, 17 Nov 2011 10:59:39 +0000 antiquingarky 26007@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi, I am new to your site. I have been watching you guys for a while, and every one of you have the most interesting ideas. I have an antique booth, and do shows sometimes, and find certain things that really take off and would like to share one with you. This is one that has really gone over. It is out of a twin bed. If anyone has any better ideas I would LOVE to hear them. I have a huge show coming up in January in Arkansas, and would love all input. You seem to be really talented ladies. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1908#post-26078 Wed, 23 Nov 2011 13:25:54 +0000 huggybear38 26078@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I JUST WANT TO TAKE THIS TIME TO WISH YOU ALL A VERY HAPPY THANKSGIVING .. AND I AM WISHING EACH AND EVERYONE HAS ENOUGH TO EAT .. AND IF YOU DO. THAT YOU ARE SHARING WITH OTHERS AND IF YOU DO NOT HAVE ENOUGH THAT OTHERS ARE SHARING WITH YOU..<br /> GOD BLESS YOU ALL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=391#post-5323 Tue, 12 May 2009 10:13:09 +0000 Ki 5323@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As many of you know I spent the winter with my folks on their farm in Ocala Florida. Time to head home. I have talked my husband, Kerry, into the scenic route via Canton Texas. I timed my trip back to coincide with First Monday Trade Days. Margo (Robolady) has graciously offered us a place to sleep and a guided tour of Canton. (I have been there once before for Country Home Magazine, but didn't get a chance to explore all the good junk spots.) Margo is going to plan a meeting spot in Canton on Thursday May 28, so if you are at the flea, come say hi!</p> <p>My plan is to check out junk hot spots, antique stores,and greasy spoons along our drive. I could use some suggestions. If they aren't too far out of the way and we are passing through during daylight hours I intend to stop and smell the junk! I thoroughly enjoyed readers recommendations for my trip to FL last January.</p> <p>My route Ocala to Tyler, per Mapquest:<br /> 75N to 10W to 65N to 98W to 59N to 49N to 20W to 220W to 20W to 271S to 323S. Whew! 923 Miles.</p> <p>I will post a separate topic for the trip from Texas to Minnesota. Can't wait to read about and visit your fav spots! I promise to take lots of pics!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1884#post-25860 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 11:15:01 +0000 She-ne 25860@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am so excited! Our barn sale is November 19th. Folks are beginning to bring things for me to "jury". So far, everything is going to be wonderful. Wish all of you lived close enough to attend. Hope you Texas girls will be able to join us.<br /> We have planned a day of fun along with the sale. My "librarie" will be set up with quality handmade Christmas decorations. The old barn house will be decorated with lots of re-purposed ideas, along with re-purposed clothing, jewelry and accessories. The yard around the barnhouse will be loaded with wonderful small items for re-purposing, along with antiques and re-purposed furniture.<br /> Visit our website at <a href="http://www.blackstoneridge.com" rel="nofollow">www.blackstoneridge.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1903#post-26067 Tue, 22 Nov 2011 19:59:26 +0000 moderator 26067@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I think the advertising leaches are thinking that your moderator is taking the Thanksgiving week off for vacation. But they need to know, I am on the JOB and will delete any advertising posts as soon as I see them, so don't waste your time here. My suggestion to everyone else is to simply ignore them. I'll catch them and they'll be gone soon enough.</p> <p>Have a great Thanksgiving,</p> <p>Moderator </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1894#post-25974 Tue, 15 Nov 2011 19:35:19 +0000 chiccottagejunk 25974@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi Gals, long time no hear from me I know. One reason is I'm now addicted to Pinterest! What is all of the buzz with mustaches? I'm really confused and feel like I'm Snow White and just woke up after sleeping for a long time, right into mustache world on Pinterest and I just don't get the hype. </p> <p>What gives? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=790#post-12877 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:13:30 +0000 Leveta 12877@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I need honest opinion here. Would you buy cinn gingerbread homemade xmas orny's??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1888#post-25884 Fri, 04 Nov 2011 07:38:38 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 25884@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>OMG PINTEREST IS DRIVING ME NUTS....IVE FOUND SO MANY INSPIRING PEOPLE AND PICTURES.... i could imagine making 20...30 boards..ha ha....im hoping to find a way to put a big pinterest button on my facebook to share my JUNKPILE BOARD with my customers...have you seen anyone do this yet?...heres some of the neat junk i have saved...some ours some not.. . <a href="http://pinterest.com/annatgreenoak/junk-pile/" rel="nofollow">http://pinterest.com/annatgreenoak/junk-pile/</a><br /> i love the layaout of the boards,for me its so much easier than going to my files and etc etc andi never learned flicker and you can kindof see it all at once<br /> ann </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1892#post-25945 Sun, 13 Nov 2011 21:39:39 +0000 Leveta 25945@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know you cover them with material. But does anyone have a link on how to...TY... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1889#post-25901 Sun, 06 Nov 2011 22:45:13 +0000 mcnaughton 25901@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've found a number of postings about diy mercury glass. I'm interested in using the Looking Glass spray paint and not silver leaf. I wondered if any of you have had good experiences doing this. Could you share your experience, especially the techniques you use to get the mottled effect? I've seen directions such as spraying water, water and vinegar, dabbing with other metallic paints, etc. Any advice or hints? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1854#post-25481 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 17:35:39 +0000 denimrose 25481@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Annie Sloan Chalk Paint to arrive in Minnesota this week! It's all the rage on the blogs. An awesome paint that covers almost everything -- no stripping, no sanding! You will truly love this paint. I discovered it when visiting Ms. Mustard Seed's blog, and I have been in love ever since. In fact, Denim Rose is the sole stockist (retailer) in Minnesota. If you're interested, please email <a href="mailto:christinakramer@comcast.net.">christinakramer@comcast.net.</a> Online orders coming soon at denimrose.com. Workshops will be available soon too. Twenty-eight (28) historic/European inspired colors, wax, brushes and Annie Sloan's inspirational books. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1881#post-25847 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 12:25:16 +0000 huggybear38 25847@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-3D-Paper-Snowflake" rel="nofollow">http://www.wikihow.com/Make-a-3D-Paper-Snowflake</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1886#post-25868 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 20:38:30 +0000 junxtaposition 25868@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>if anyone is interested, i posted a bunch of pics on my blog from country living fair south...</p> <p><a href="http://www.juNxtaposition.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.juNxtaposition.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1885#post-25864 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 15:30:58 +0000 She-ne 25864@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A couple of years back, I bought a huge box of beaded ornaments. The lady selling them said that she, her mom, and aunt had made them in the 70's. When I counted them, there was in excess of a hundred. I am thinking I will sell part of them at my barn sale for abour $5. each. I need to know if there is any current interest in this type ornament, because I had a lady offer to give me what I paid for all of them,letting me keep the ones I use each year(about 25).I paid less than a dollar each. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1887#post-25871 Thu, 03 Nov 2011 07:53:58 +0000 junxtaposition 25871@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>all you bloggers...have you considered the new dynamic views??<br /> <a href="http://buzz.blogger.com/2011/09/dynamic-views-seven-new-ways-to-share.html?utm_source=google&#38;utm_medium=email&#38;utm_term=link&#38;utm_campaign=dynamic#" rel="nofollow">http://buzz.blogger.com/2011/09/dynamic-views-seven-new-ways-to-share.html?utm_source=google&#38;utm_medium=email&#38;utm_term=link&#38;utm_campaign=dynamic#</a>!/2011/09/dynamic-views-seven-new-ways-to-share.html</p> <p>i am not convinced??? anyone going to try it? and if so..which one?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1883#post-25859 Wed, 02 Nov 2011 09:00:58 +0000 huggybear38 25859@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnfjBxNIfcY&#38;feature=related" rel="nofollow">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HnfjBxNIfcY&#38;feature=related</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1861#post-25566 Thu, 06 Oct 2011 18:49:34 +0000 dianeinthevalley 25566@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If you look through these pictures, the ones on the last couple rows show sheets of stained glass. What would you do with these?<br /> <a href="http://www.auctionzip.com/cgi-bin/photopanel.cgi?listingid=1254877&#38;category=0&#38;zip=25427&#38;kwd=" rel="nofollow">http://www.auctionzip.com/cgi-bin/photopanel.cgi?listingid=1254877&#38;category=0&#38;zip=25427&#38;kwd=</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1877#post-25786 Thu, 27 Oct 2011 18:05:49 +0000 Leveta 25786@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone made any of this? What to you think about it and does it have to be refridg? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1882#post-25856 Tue, 01 Nov 2011 22:06:45 +0000 gigi 25856@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>(eventually looking to invest in a stamp set)</p> <p>for those of you who stamp....i value your opinion.</p> <p>what leaves the nicest/cleanest impression 1/4", 1/2", etc??<br /> is easiest to use (on silverware in particular)??<br /> the best set for the money??</p> <p>any tips of ease you've learned through use that you care to share?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1880#post-25833 Mon, 31 Oct 2011 09:02:49 +0000 huggybear38 25833@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.babyrabies.com/2009/10/tutu-cute-halloween-wreath/" rel="nofollow">http://www.babyrabies.com/2009/10/tutu-cute-halloween-wreath/</a><br /> Lev check this site out and you maybe able to make your own Fall Wreath or even a pretty Christmas one.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1879#post-25822 Sun, 30 Oct 2011 08:51:18 +0000 She-ne 25822@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I recently bought 50 new brown snuff bottles for $2. I am thinking about trying to re-purpose them. I think to hang lots of keys,etc. from raffia tied around the neck might be cute. But, can't figure what their purpose would be. Thought about calling them journal jars, where one could write their thought for the day and fold it up and put it inside. As you can see, I need ideas for both decorating and what their purpose would be. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1844#post-25409 Thu, 29 Sep 2011 10:27:28 +0000 hopeandjoyhome 25409@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi guys! I wanted to share an idea I came up with this week. I had some candleholders I wanted to upcycle for my Etsy shop and had also bought a box of old lamp parts at an estate sale last week. I used the old brass lamp globe holder as a pillar candle holder! I love how these turned out. Yay junk! Julia<br /> <a href="http://hopeandjoyhome.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://hopeandjoyhome.blogspot.com/</a></p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1873#post-25766 Wed, 26 Oct 2011 07:26:09 +0000 huggybear38 25766@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is the Tinkerbell Costume I made for Halloween this year.. this was the first fitting and I will make a few adjustment.. just thought you guys would like to see it..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1816#post-25110 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 20:56:40 +0000 DPumm 25110@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I want to make some christmas ornaments that say "MIZZOU". I'v got most of the letters and bought some mizzou tiger pictures but I'm having a hard time finding Z's. Does anyone have some that you would sale or know where I could get the letters at a good price? Thanks, Diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1819#post-25143 Thu, 08 Sep 2011 11:10:08 +0000 She-ne 25143@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>One of the ladies that "picks" for me showed up with 100+ old dress patterns and probably 30 men's ties. The price was "give-away". Any ideas or links on what to do with these items. I am going to make some flowers. Just wondering what else can be done with them. All of the patterns are from the 50's and 60's. I am going to use a few just displayed in old wooden boxes. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1878#post-25799 Fri, 28 Oct 2011 12:31:25 +0000 work_reason 25799@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Having a profound respect for the environment, MGS uses the most environmentally friendly procedures and materials available, manufacturing products that are composed of 100 percent recyclable stainless steel. MGS faucets do not contain lead and are not subject to chemical processes such as chroming.<br /> Visit our website: <a href="http://www.mgsdesigns.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.mgsdesigns.com/</a><br /> Visit our fan page: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/mgsdesigns" rel="nofollow">https://www.facebook.com/mgsdesigns</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1874#post-25772 Wed, 26 Oct 2011 12:03:57 +0000 Kristen@mycoveredbridge 25772@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just finished my 1st ever silver leaf project - covering an old tray - <a href="http://mycoveredbridge.blogspot.com/2011/10/silver-leaf-tray.html" rel="nofollow">http://mycoveredbridge.blogspot.com/2011/10/silver-leaf-tray.html</a></p> <p>What do you think? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1866#post-25611 Thu, 13 Oct 2011 07:01:22 +0000 sjenkins001 25611@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have had my blog since September 2010 and am only up to 126 followers. Does anyone know what the secret is? I participate in link parties and get good feedback on the furniture I refinish. I take the time and comment on other people's blogs and follow, but it just seems to creep along. Ultimately it's fine because I love refinishing furniture and blogging, but I often see blogs that have only been up for a couple of months and all of a sudden they have 800 to 1000 followers. To me it doesn't make any sense considering what I see on others blogs is not different than mine and even sometimes the work is not as good. Let's face it, anyone can paint a piece of furniture white.................<br /> I'm just curious for some opinions on this, but like I said, I will keep doing my thang reguardless because I love it.<br /> <a href="http://www.shabbytochicqueencreek.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.shabbytochicqueencreek.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=860#post-13708 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 10:13:40 +0000 Leveta 13708@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Wish me Luck!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1871#post-25730 Thu, 20 Oct 2011 08:43:14 +0000 She-ne 25730@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We are combining our Barn Sale with our Holiday Open House this year, for the first time.The Barn Sale is open to the general public and our Holiday Open House has always been by invitation only. Our home and our guest house are both re-purposed barns.They are such novelties, everyone wants to see inside both of them. While the guest house is always open for our shoppers,during the sale, we usually only open our home to invited guests during the open house. My question is how to let only select folks in our home, without inviting total strangers in. Both barnhouses are decorated in an old time look, with lots of ideas for re-purposing. I love to show them off. However, I feel a wee bit uncomfortable with strangers coming into our home. How can I handle this without hurt feelings? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1827#post-25212 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 10:40:23 +0000 Meadowview Farm 25212@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Coming up on less than a month to my October Barn Sale! I should be nervous, but have been pretty good about taking the time from my May sale to ready the hayloft of our 100 year old barn. Just some primping the week before &#38; the big task of pricing lay ahead. </p> <p>So here's the scoop:<br /> Location: Meadowview Farm<br /> S13181 County Road R<br /> Augusta, Wisconsin 54722 (near Eau Claire)</p> <p> Dates: Saturday, October 8 and Sunday, October 9</p> <p> Hours: Saturday: 9-5 (special 20% discount from 2-5)<br /> Sunday: 12-5 (special 30% discount all day)</p> <p>***I will be listing a super secret password in my blog prior to the sale for 10% off from 9-2 on Saturday***</p> <p><a href="http://www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com</a></p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1872#post-25749 Sat, 22 Oct 2011 13:29:42 +0000 jfairchild 25749@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I will be opening a small boutique style store in Claremore, Oklahoma (near Tulsa) and I am in search of artisans (handcrafted items, reimagined items) who are interested in being part of this. All items will be sold on a consignment basis. If you are interested and would like for me to view your work for consideration please contact me at <a href="mailto:claremoreartisanboutique@gmail.com">claremoreartisanboutique@gmail.com</a> More details available when you contact me. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1870#post-25691 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 18:55:24 +0000 The Farmers Wife 25691@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Doing the Parade of Trees in local community...the theme is "All Creatures Great and Small" We don't have to use the theme...I just need ANY fresh ideas!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1487#post-21058 Mon, 20 Dec 2010 13:07:08 +0000 copperhead 21058@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The year my daughter was engaged we had very little money to spend on a Christmas tree but I wanted to make one last special Christmas for her before she moved out. I sent the kids all out on a search for a soon to be bulldozed cedar tree from one of the many empty lots in the subdivision where we were living. While they were out I made cookies and hot chocolate. The kids brought home a fine specimen and we went through the ornaments we had made over the years and loaded them on the cedar tree with a set of 25 year old lights. No expensive tree ever looked better. During that night I smelled something awful in the house… Just couldn’t sleep – whew… So I got up and followed my nose. The stench seemed to be coming from the tree. I hurriedly pulled the ornaments and the lights off the tree and threw the tree out the house door. I put on all the vent fans and got out some Cinnamon sticks, etc and boiled it make the house smell good again. Whew it was powerful. Then I climbed back in bed and since I could breathe, I went to sleep. A couple hours later, my son and husband got up and they got real excited – there were does all over our yard. Must have been a dozen. When I got up they were still looking out the window at the does and trying to figure out what was going on… How did the tree get in our yard? Didn’t we have the Christmas tree in here last night? WHAT? It was the tree attracting the does – seems some buck had a special tree and our soaking it in water kind of activated the scent ‘Eau de doe’? We had does all over our yard as long as that tree was in it. Powerful stuff. When the future SIL came back over he noticed the tree was missing but we had replaced it with boxes draped with an old green fabric tablecloth (looked weird) and then decorated with the ornaments – he probably wondered what kind of nut case family he was getting into – first a cedar tree then odd shaped boxes?<br /> On Christmas, after we opened all the gifts future SIL thought we neglected to get him a gift. He looked so forgotten… Then we told him he could just keep the “tree” and he could “mark” that one himself. Since our future SIL was remodeling his house we had all chipped together for his Christmas gift - in the weird shaped boxes we draped and decorated was a new toilet... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1869#post-25687 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 15:02:27 +0000 copperhead 25687@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>just something I ran across looking for something else<br /> <a href="http://mostlymesquite.com/index_Theme_Tables.htm" rel="nofollow">http://mostlymesquite.com/index_Theme_Tables.htm</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1868#post-25677 Mon, 17 Oct 2011 07:13:44 +0000 huggybear38 25677@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>for those who grow gourds here is a couple of different looks.. not sure how they did these but thought you all would like to see them.. maybe used a dremmel tool </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1865#post-25596 Mon, 10 Oct 2011 10:26:16 +0000 jfairchild 25596@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am working on an idea for an artisan's market, but am conflicted about format. I am considering 2 options; either a flea market sort of format where the artisans would lease booth space or a boutique format where I would sell the items on consignment. I like the idea of each person being involved in the flea market format, but I also like the idea of being the one to handle the items and have the control over the product that is available. Any input would be greatly appreciated. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1867#post-25642 Fri, 14 Oct 2011 09:55:46 +0000 huggybear38 25642@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I do not have the picture of the old yellow rusty chair, but I do have a picture of what my neice did to it and how it looked when she finished.. Lev..... eat your heart out..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1860#post-25553 Thu, 06 Oct 2011 10:21:25 +0000 The Farmers Wife 25553@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I haven't been on here in awhile...Junk Bonanza and my fall sale did me in!!! </p> <p>Anyway, I have yet another life-changing decision that I want to bounce off you fellow junkers.</p> <p>I have an opportunity to rent a small building on our town square. (our town is also 1.5 miles from a huge outlet mall, so we get a lot of traffic through the area) It is a former office space, with the main room being 25 x15 and then two smaller side rooms. There is small, not so great bathroom. they are asking $200-250 a month. I don't have ALL details as I have talked to the former renters, but not the owners. ALSO --- it has POWER!!! not that big of a deal, but I don't have power in my shed that I sell out of right now. What a pain!!!</p> <p>I live about 5 minutes from town, so pretty close. It would mean a lot of hauling stuff to town initially...</p> <p>I would be open probably just on Saturdays, maybe some Friday nights (like in December)...</p> <p>I am sooooooo tempted....soooooo tempted....</p> <p>BUT...am I going to go insane???? I still have the full time job, with summers free...but still have the full time job, and the two little boys, and the husband...</p> <p>help!!! </p> <p>talk me out of it, talk me into it, I don't know!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1863#post-25587 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 19:55:19 +0000 thevintagevalley 25587@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just wanted to say Hi!! Im new to the community, but in the short time i have been browsing i am quite excited to be here. I love all the ideas, im an auction junkie and love to repurpose or restore all things, i currently just sell on ebay and have 2 annual yard sales. I mostly only sale things vintage as is. But i have a creative side that loves to "think outside of the box" and would like to network to find places to sale my things and just to find some great inspiration!!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1864#post-25590 Sun, 09 Oct 2011 20:59:55 +0000 daisytoad 25590@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>In Omaha for a couple days-Tues and Wed, any place I need to stop?! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1858#post-25525 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:14:30 +0000 mcnaughton 25525@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I stumbled upon these when I was researching Tupperware.<br /> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/search/handmade?search_submit=&#38;q=tupperware+clocks&#38;view_type=gallery&#38;ship_to=US" rel="nofollow">http://www.etsy.com/search/handmade?search_submit=&#38;q=tupperware+clocks&#38;view_type=gallery&#38;ship_to=US</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1849#post-25420 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 05:56:31 +0000 gigi 25420@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>it was to paper mache!! it's like the grown-ups mudpie!!<br /> wanting to make an inexpensive wicked witch face for my outside display....opted for the mache.<br /> while making the head i envisioned faux:<br /> gazing balls<br /> bee hives<br /> pumpkins<br /> candy dishes<br /> baskets<br /> the possibilities are endless and we all have the supplies one hand at any given time. there's plenty of products to make it withstand the elements for putting out in the garden, etc.....depends on how long you want to keep it out and where you place it, i guess.<br /> it's so fun playing in the glue and getting all gooey!! felt like a kid.....there for a second, i saw me and my little kindergarten boyfriend squatting over the big mud puddle by the street, whipping up yet another un-edible creation and getting yelled at for getting dirty!! lol ;) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1857#post-25519 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 07:39:50 +0000 She-ne 25519@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>After researching on Pinterest, I have found so many ways to use pallet wood. I have access to many pallets. I am thinking about getting someone to tear the pallets apart and bundle wood for sale at my barn sale. Maybe, I can get some projects finished for "show and tell" during the sale. Wondering if there might possibly be a market for it. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1770#post-24575 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 22:12:40 +0000 shelly in Missouri 24575@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello to everyone. I recently found this community and it has been so great reading everyone's ideas and suggestions. My mother and I are in the process of opening an indoor flea market and I am looking for suggestions. If any of you rent spaces in a indoor flea market how do you want the spaces marked off? Would you rather provide your back ground and shelving or have peg board already built in your booth to divide it from your neighbors booth? Thanks so much for any suggestions!!! </p> <p>Shelly </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1855#post-25485 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 19:59:17 +0000 Kristen@mycoveredbridge 25485@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I repurposed an old $10 door into my new headboard - <a href="http://mycoveredbridge.blogspot.com/2011/08/installing-my-headboard.html." rel="nofollow">http://mycoveredbridge.blogspot.com/2011/08/installing-my-headboard.html.</a> What do you think? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=874#post-13906 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 12:49:02 +0000 chiccottagejunk 13906@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Calling all Junker buddies. I'm cleaning out a closet and I've saved 8-10 jar lids for the large Yankee Candles thinking I would "do something with the someday". Well, today is SOMEDAY and I need some nifty ideas or they are going into the recycle bin. </p> <p>I've used them in my flower gardens with tea light candles (about a dozen or so are outside!), but wondering if you've got some Christmas decorating ideas perhaps???</p> <p>Going back to the closet but I'll be out later!</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1772#post-24588 Tue, 02 Aug 2011 08:12:33 +0000 She-ne 24588@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We are planning an "Old Homestead/Barn Sale" for October 1st. My daughters sold at Canton First Monday for years. They re-purpose vintage clothing and make wonderful "shabby" jewelry, along with<br /> re-purposed decorating accessories. Since this is a trial run for us, there will be no charge for setting up. We are looking for other "true junkers" in our area of northeast Texas to join us.We live near two gated communities and a resort that supplies us with lots of shoppers. We plan to start posting pictures of some of our work this week, on my blog <a href="http://www.piddle-binks.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.piddle-binks.blogspot.com</a> To view the area, visit our website at <a href="http://www.blackstoneridge.com" rel="nofollow">www.blackstoneridge.com</a> All suggestions on how to make this a memorable event will be greatly appreciated. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1852#post-25458 Sun, 02 Oct 2011 19:10:53 +0000 copperhead 25458@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We have been cleaning out the garage at the blue house. There is a huge pile of old rotors, brake shoes, bent curtain rods and other uninspiring JUNK. Any ideas what to do with uninspiring junk? I have been setting aside stuff I can think of things to possibly use. What about uninspiring JUNK??? What do you do with that? So far in the 'good' junk I have found a really cool old blender - lamp maybe? There is an old Sunbeam mixer from the 1940s or 1950s - no ideas for that but it's cool, an old wash board (magnet board?), some real nice cowboy boots 2 sizes to big for anybody around here... an old silver mirror in a cool frame half painted, an old oak bed frame, parts of a Coleman stove, some old coffee pots, metal parts of an awning (maybe), an old gear off a motor cycle, then there are the old spoked Cadillac hub caps, an old wooden ladder, a water tough for a pony, bits and pieces I guess. Most of it is pure JUNK - we have spent plenty of time hauling stuff to the recycle place - toxic chemicals, old computers that were in the flood, then junk to the dump - I don't like mold..... eeehhhhh... We burned anything from the basement that would burn, hauled off stuff that was so water logged and smelly... ew... There is still some rusty old metal stuff around - probably wash up a chair for the garden, maybe a shelf - other meal will have to go to the salvage yard. We are allowed one trash can full a week so we spend one day a week hauling out trash. I donated bags of shoes... My mind just couldn't get creative enough I guess. There are 3 big boxes of coat hangers... any projects? Probably half of them are plastic though. Oh, did I mention - we haven't even gotten around to the garage attic or the barn - we have to cut our way through PI back to the barn. I did get all the dead cans of food out of the kitchen (well, maybe...), How can cans of soup go empty without being opened? There were lots of UFOs in that house - Unidentified Freaky Objects... There is a whole drawer full of silverware. It is sort of like hoarders just up and left. Dirty dishes in the sink. Junk in the basement - then a flood... I really don't blame them for leaving it I guess. Why did they have it in the first place? DH and I both have been working pretty much flat out on other stuff for a while now - really slows down progress. I'm mulling over whether to try to do the house up in mid-century retro (strip metal kitchen cabinets and have DBIL with his car painter get up - re-paint) or just sell them and get creative in other ways. There are wonky layers of tile and linoleum on some of the floors - I'm wishing to just rent a dumpster and get it over with.... time... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1853#post-25475 Mon, 03 Oct 2011 11:57:39 +0000 She-ne 25475@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just went to a neighbors' garage sale and bought about 25 tee- shirts for a quarter each. I have seen pumpkins made from them. Now, I can't find how to to do this. Does anyone have suggestions on making pumpkins from tee-shirts? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1851#post-25424 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 10:19:07 +0000 She-ne 25424@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>One of the guys who picks for me, brought a box of door hardware. I couldn't pass it up. Now, I need an idea on how to re-purpose. In the box, there are old knobs, keys, hinges, big square lock sets and door plates. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1850#post-25423 Sat, 01 Oct 2011 09:49:28 +0000 She-ne 25423@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Our property is loaded with big pine cones and my neighbor has very small ones. I want to do workshops at our barn sale on re-purposing. Does anyone have a clever idea on how to use pine cones?<br /> In the past, we just laid them around,like under the Christmas trees and on shelves. I just know there has to be a clever idea for using them. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1642#post-23075 Sat, 16 Apr 2011 15:12:18 +0000 TESIE 23075@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have looked, shopped, and surfed the web. It seems like the same ole things. I am wanting any new ideas for something to make that would go in a yard or garden. I seem to be creatively constipated (lol). I usually can come up with something but this year I seem to be stuck. I think it may be due to the dreary weather here in Indiana. Maybe I am still in winter mode. I was hoping all of you creative geniuses could motivate me. ANY help and suggestions would be greatly appreciated. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1845#post-25414 Thu, 29 Sep 2011 19:04:48 +0000 jfairchild 25414@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am considering opening a market strictly for handcrafted items. This market would be exclusively for artists and artisans who want a place that focuses on their craft and their product. I have been eying a location in a small town near Tulsa and would love to receive any input that anyone might have. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1843#post-25378 Mon, 26 Sep 2011 06:51:08 +0000 junxtaposition 25378@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i need ideas for a retaining wall..</p> <p>i need inexpensive....and recycled...</p> <p>i was thinking just doing cement block (which i can get cheap on craigslist) and facing it with something ?? like the corregated rusted steel...<br /> but i would like any ideas you guys have.......</p> <p>its for my little cottage i am redoing...and i am not in a neighborhood..so i can do really anything i want...noone will see it but me... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1848#post-25419 Fri, 30 Sep 2011 11:01:34 +0000 huggybear38 25419@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Shop Bellevue! </p> <p>Zombie Slide</p> <p>DATE: Friday, October 7</p> <p>LOCATION: 200 to 700 blocks of historic Fairfield Avenue</p> <p>TIME: 6 to 10 pm</p> <p>THE LITTLE TOWN NEXT TO MINE ALWAYS HAS SOMETHING GOING ON THE FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH AND IN OCTOBER IT IS ZOMBIE SLIDE.. AND OF COURSE ALL THE SHOPS GO ALL OUT.. THEY ALSO ARE OPEN LATE ON EACH FRIDAY NIGHT.. IT IS ALL DOG FRIENDLY ALSO.. THEY HAVE POOP BAGS IN LITTLE CONTAINERS ON THE TELEPHONE POLES AND NICE CONTAINTERS TO PLACE THOSE BAGS IN .. MOST OF THE BUSINESSES HAVE BOWLS OF WATER OUT ALSO FOR THE DOGS. SEVERAL RESTURANTS HAVE TABLES OUTSIDE AND SO THEY CAN SIT AND HAVE A SNACK AND STILL KEEP DOG WITH THEM.. IT IS A GREAT CONCEPT. AND I KNOW EACH FRIDAY NIGHT I LOVE TO DRIVE THROUGH BELLEVUE TO SEE ALL THE ACTION.. JUST WANTED TO SHARE THIS WITH THE GROUP SO IF YOU ALL HAVE SHOPS IN A SMALL CITY MIGHT WANT TO TRY THIS IN YOUR TOWN. if you want to check out the their web site.. it is <a href="http://www.shopbellevueky.com" rel="nofollow">www.shopbellevueky.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1840#post-25352 Sun, 25 Sep 2011 15:41:19 +0000 LuAnn 25352@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here's my take on &quot;Mamie Jane's&quot; pumpkins (from oil cans). I know it's a bit early but I've been in the fall/halloween decorating mood. I won't put up any decorations until Oct 1 (the earliest I will do-still hope for warmer weather).</p> <p>Hope all had a good weekend.</p> <p>LuAnn</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1841#post-25362 Sun, 25 Sep 2011 19:28:06 +0000 chiccottagejunk 25362@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi Ladies!!!!</p> <p>So, I think I made more money on my garage sale for the last three days than I used to in my booth for a month! I purged for about 4-5 days, taking care to mark prices on each thing before it went into the tote to be lugged up/out to the garage. </p> <p>So heres, the deal, as some of you might recall, I'm OCD and everything has to be "perfect". So, I didn't use the florescent garage sale round sticky price tags. I made them in an Excel spread sheet with LARGE fonts so that they were all neat, large and "perfect". I priced each item and put like items into the same totes so it would be easy to place them on the tables in our garage in a fairly quick and easy method. I bought cheapo white plastic tablecloths at the Dollar Tree and covered everything to look a little more "unified". I put all "craft" items together, all Christmas, Halloween, Easter, etc together. I put all of the kitchen items on one table and all of the glassware on another. One table had decor and knick-knacks. You get the picture. </p> <p>I made all of my signs out of black foam board (Dollar Tree - $1 each) and then cut out florescent letters for S A L E and also florescent pieces with our address, the hours, and the days (Thurs/Fri/Sat) so I can reuse them. I had Enya, Clannad, and some other wonderful relaxing music playing on the stereo in our garage. Oh, and I had candles burning right next to my "check-out" to make everything smell yummy and relax the folks that I hoped would come.</p> <p>This was my first garage sale. Of course, I've squatted on my sister's sales a few times putting some of my own things in her barn sales. I hoped to make about $150 over the course of the three days because I really didn't know what to expect and didn't want to have my hopes up too high. </p> <p>I had dozens of people tell me that my signs were the best they had ever seen and my stuff was so well organized and clean (their words, not mine) and many (again, probably at least 2-dozen) even told me that mine was the best sale that they had ever been to. People loved the relaxing music (some wandered around for 1/2 an hour or more) and many commented on how nice the garage smelled.</p> <p>I had mostly smalls (25 cents - $3.00) but did have two fly fishing rods brand new, at $35/each and two end tables @ $15 each that helped drive my sales. I made $657 - again, on mostly smalls!</p> <p>So sorry if this seems like I'm bragging - but my question to you gals - could there be a market for staging someone else's garage sales and making signs for them? We've seen home stagers, but what about Super Sale Stagers??? </p> <p>Am I nuts? .... ok, you don't have to answer that, lol, but what do you think? Would YOU pay someone to price, organize and market your sale? How much would you pay? There was serious time and effort put into mine, but I had a lot of fun doing it (again, probably nuts!). Let me know what y'all think. Sorry to have written a novel here....</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=659#post-10716 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 20:53:47 +0000 junxtaposition 10716@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>does anyone here use a wireless terminal with their merchant account ? looking for recomendations. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1839#post-25337 Sat, 24 Sep 2011 14:30:44 +0000 junxtaposition 25337@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>here's my couple posts about the fair this year..if you are interested</p> <p><a href="http://junxtaposition.blogspot.com/2011/09/country-living-fair-2011-columbus.html" rel="nofollow">http://junxtaposition.blogspot.com/2011/09/country-living-fair-2011-columbus.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=537#post-8147 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 09:48:02 +0000 morninglori 8147@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw several posts about sales some people have had and been disappointed and thought I would throw in my 2 cents.<br /> My friend and I have had a garden show 3 years in a row on the second weekend in June. We buy all year and reinvent,build, paint,mosaic and add our "touch" to anything we can find that is "garden-themed." We have it in my friend's garden and have a guest book so with that, sending out flyers and word of mouth we are quite overwhelmed! We are very organized and have everything tagged with a price along with some whimiscal info about the piece. This year we had 2 people at the money table and 8 people in the yard because people now know to come right when we open at 11:00 Friday.<br /> We sell everything from trellises, birdhouses,birdbaths,tables, planted chairs and more and cannot belive how much we do!! Its alot of work but well worth it for the amount of fun we have buying and creating stuff. We have tried just turning over some stuff but found that was not why people came, so the next year we would add something to it, and up the price $10.00 and out the door it would go!<br /> This year we were concerned about the economy but found people appreciate the one-of-a-kind things that are unique,recycled,and creative and will spend the money.<br /> So anyway thats my story and for anyone in upstate NY we are already planning next year!!!</p> <p>Sandy </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=517#post-7595 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 18:52:41 +0000 chiccottagejunk 7595@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hopefully this photo will work...I picked up this vintage TV stand at a garage sale a couple of weeks ago. This would have probably been from the 50's or 60's when the televisions were very small. It's gold metal. with a mesh top and wire magazine rack on the bottom. There are two rubber wheels in the back and two casters in the front. I'm wondering about painting it for resale. The gal who owns the shop that I'm going to put it in wants me to paint it fuschia pink - you know - like flaming neon pink and set it up as a drink cart. I'm hip with the drink cart business and even bought the screaming pink paint, but I just can't force myself to paint it bright pink. I've got soft pink, melon green, moss green, fossil green, sea/auqa blue, cream and white paint. Any ideas what you would do with it?</p> <p>Sue</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1838#post-25317 Fri, 23 Sep 2011 15:32:39 +0000 Callef 25317@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey ladies - I've searched and not found an answer to this, so I'll pose the question: Does anybody have a method for making metal rust very quickly? I was working on a wonderful old wood box that held slides and the hardware all had a fabulous coat of rust on it. I intended to preserve that, and somehow (it's a complete mystery how!) the metal brackets around the leather strap got something on them that looks like gold paint. I have NO idea how that got on there, and in trying to remove it, I removed all the rust build-up. So now I want to re-rust these pieces to match the rest of the rusty hardware.</p> <p>Is there a product you can buy to cause rust, or a homemade "recipe" that works? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1395#post-20181 Sat, 02 Oct 2010 20:43:14 +0000 krisann22 20181@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I got this idea off of another person's blog, found it so cute had to do one right away. Made from an old sweater stuffed with old holey socks and cotton. I think her blog goes under hummadeedledee and she has a tutuorial on how to make them.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1822#post-25174 Fri, 09 Sep 2011 18:02:10 +0000 LuAnn 25174@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I hope this link works: <a href="http://www.estatesales.net/estate-sales/207072.aspx" rel="nofollow">http://www.estatesales.net/estate-sales/207072.aspx</a></p> <p>This is an ES on Troy MI on 9/21, 22, 23, 24 (address to be added just prior to the sale). It is a junkers/pickers delight. I've reviewed the pictures more than once just to make a mental list of the things I'd like. </p> <p>Hope to see some of you there. I'll be playing hooky from work (legally-PTO day) just to be there the first day. May even go back on weekend just to see what's left.</p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1824#post-25190 Sat, 10 Sep 2011 13:12:07 +0000 huggybear38 25190@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>just to let you all know there is a new shop opened in Bellevue, Kentucky called Vintage 707 and she does belong to this group.. so wish her well Jenny we all wish you good luck.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1518#post-21413 Sat, 15 Jan 2011 07:08:16 +0000 LuAnn 21413@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This new show is about estate sales. It's based here in Michigan where Cari hosts estate sales through out the state. I've been to one where they were filming. Rather exciting. It's on Mondays at 10pm/9 central. It's too late for me but will see them on-line. If you have the chance to see it let us know what you think.</p> <p>LuAnn</p> <p>PS-I've checked Estatesales.net and there are many more being filmed this spring. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1831#post-25243 Wed, 14 Sep 2011 09:09:41 +0000 hopeandjoyhome 25243@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi guys! I wanted to share some tables I repainted yesterday. They were pretty bad but I liked how they turned out! You can see the befores and afters and steps on my blog <a href="http://hopeandjoyhome.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://hopeandjoyhome.blogspot.com/</a> Please don't judge my grungy carport cement LOL..we are out in the country and nobody sees it but us! (actually it is not as bad as it looks in the pix..it was wet and there were leaves all over the place!)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1771#post-24584 Mon, 01 Aug 2011 19:50:23 +0000 lovetogarden46 24584@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone made one of these with the crystal tear drop? It was mounted on a piece of copper pipe. I saw one in Canton, Tx. at the flea mt. a few yrs. ago now I have the stuff to make it I'm not sure where to begin!<br /> Thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1836#post-25302 Thu, 22 Sep 2011 11:52:20 +0000 She-ne 25302@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought a table at my neighbor's garage sale this morning. It is an antique that has been painted white. It has a marble top that is white.The paint is chipping. My niece thinks that I should leave it as is, but I don't like white. I need an opinion on painting it and still using the white marble top. Will a pale green that has been sanded and stained look okay with the white marble top? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1826#post-25209 Sun, 11 Sep 2011 18:44:15 +0000 robolady 25209@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just wondering, sellers or buyers, please post here.<br /> I'll be there with bells on, Can't wait.<br /> Margo </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1833#post-25267 Sun, 18 Sep 2011 19:02:00 +0000 riversong 25267@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi, there! If this as been asked previously, I apologize. I acquired these different sized panels of rusted corrugated metal. I love them and will be placing on my wood fence (standard home depot kind)as privacy screening. My question is - how do I attach these to the fence? Wood screws? Drill hole in metal first and then place the wood screws? Do I need to put a 1 x 2 between the fence and the metal? Any advice anyone can give me will be GREATLY appreciated! Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1835#post-25291 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 11:59:48 +0000 BlazeOfSunshine 25291@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Driving from Tennessee to Destin this weekend, and looking for great places, flea markets, junk stops, etc. in Alabama to go treasure hunting on Saturday. I have Collinsville Trade Day and Bessemer Flea Market on my list so far. Anyplace else I should check out? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1834#post-25285 Wed, 21 Sep 2011 07:45:55 +0000 huggybear38 25285@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>saw this on one of my auctions wow when was the last time someone saw one of these?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=835#post-13408 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 17:53:19 +0000 huggybear38 13408@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>not sure if this pic will come thru or not but .. my grandson's sister was making her first communion and the dresses were really expensive so I thought to myself.. I said .. &quot;self you have a wedding dress your neice gave you many years ago to make clothes for your time out dolls and you have it hanging in your closet , pull it out and see what you can do with it.. so I , believe it or not washed it.. and it turned out nice and white and I took it all apart and redid it.. and made a First communion dress for the young lady.. she is the second one from the left.. now you have to remember this wedding dress was 25 years old..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1829#post-25232 Tue, 13 Sep 2011 11:22:03 +0000 dolly68 25232@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello, I am from Michigan and hubby and I are going to Ohio this weekend. Do any of my junkin friends have any tips on cool places to shop or shows that are going on. I would appreciate any tips. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1830#post-25233 Tue, 13 Sep 2011 13:04:44 +0000 SecondHandRosie 25233@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Junk! I was just thinking this morning that I've been reading this forum for a long time and it seems pretty slow lately. I know that everybody is busy but it's time for us to inspire each other with some new ideas and new photos!</p> <p>My husband just recently had his old, awful bathroom remodeled and he kidded me when I told him that he needed SOMETHING on the wall. He said he'd get some Playboy magazines and thumbtack the pinups to the wall! LOL We have grandkids and I nixed that idea, of course! lol</p> <p>Anyway, a couple of days later I found two new 2004 reproduction calendars of the 1940's, etc, pinups done by the famous guy who was known for all the good photography. Used four album cover frames, some black art paper as a border and here they are. The magnifying glass in the middle is a joke. I needed something to finish off the arrangement and told him that old guys needed help seeing black lace garter belts and thigh high hose! LOL</p> <p>Total cost - almost nothing!!! Photo quality is not great. The room is small and hard to get pictures taken in there.</p> <p><a href="http://tinypic.com?ref=2eewqiq">&lt;img src="http://i52.tinypic.com/2eewqiq.jpg" border="0" alt="Image and video hosting by TinyPic"&gt;</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1828#post-25223 Mon, 12 Sep 2011 20:35:48 +0000 lovetogarden46 25223@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Instead of flipping the boards we put down new red wood. Boy is it slick!!! It is sooo pretty but need to use sand or something sprinkled in the stain. I stained the wood with 2 coats before we built it. DH walked out on it today to get the mail and said even with it dry and his bare feet is was slick.<br /> Any suggestions on a product that will stop the slickness? TIA.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1821#post-25169 Fri, 09 Sep 2011 12:57:08 +0000 Leveta 25169@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Got my Christmas CS today. It brings out the excitment of times past... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1823#post-25188 Sat, 10 Sep 2011 12:08:53 +0000 LuAnn 25188@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This antique markets has 3 shows per year. May, July, Sept. JH and I went this morning (I've been geecked for some time). Couldn't wait to go. Woke up this morning to puckets of rain coming down. Sat around for a while drinking morning coffee and contemplating what to do. Well the rain slowed so we took a chance. It was just wet when we got there. It turned out great--even a little warm. Picked up some good items-hope the pics show. The best find was a Little Golden Book (for Paige) titled &quot;Trash to Treasure&quot; my kind of book--saw 2 of these there today. More books for Paige, beakers, beaker holder (both for my Halloween display), wheel (for a wind chime), old cans (to make pumpkins)and a vintage advertising Easter item. Actually went to find shelf brackets and a small table for my bathroom--of course what you're looking for you can't find--and I didn't.</p> <p>Now the next stop is the Troy ES in a couple of weeks.</p> <p>Have a good weekend all.</p> <p>LuAnn</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1825#post-25195 Sat, 10 Sep 2011 14:48:41 +0000 She-ne 25195@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am trying to remember how to post pictures. Hope this works, because I need suggestions. I think this was a baby bed, as both ends are the same height and width. I have only the ends. It was in my rose garden, but I have decided that it is a good piece of junk that can be re-purposed.Suggestions will be greatly appreciated.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1817#post-25117 Tue, 06 Sep 2011 07:46:53 +0000 lovecrafting 25117@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I got this headboard not realizing quite how big and heavy it is until it came time to load it in the truck.I think it is a queen size. It went to a sleigh bed so it has that curve to it. The carving is gorgeous and runs down the sides as well as the front. Thought I would make a bench out of it but it is so big that it looks very awkward. HELP! I need ideas!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1820#post-25161 Fri, 09 Sep 2011 08:07:38 +0000 huggybear38 25161@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.plaidonline.com/decoupage/dept/home.htm" rel="nofollow">http://www.plaidonline.com/decoupage/dept/home.htm</a><br /> I saw this on I think Martha Stewart's web site and thought of you guys , This I think is so cute and seems like when ever I check my on line auction sites there are always a cute little luggage or over nite case on it.. and they usually are fairly cheap.. but this sure would dress one up and sure some of you could really come up with some cute ideas.. even using music sheets, or old photos.. just a thought.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=737#post-12172 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 12:03:34 +0000 farmgirl 12172@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Last Sunday when working at the antique store a customer was looking for sterling silver spoons. She uses them to make jewlery. Have any of you done this? I want to learn how!!!! She cuts off the bowl of the spoon and uses two long shanks to make a bracelet. She adds a toggel and puts a stone in the middle. Can you imagine that? I work on Friday and am going to look for some spoons. I know she heats it for bending. I just want to make some for myself and my 3 girls for Christmas. All of the edges were smooth. Lori </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1439#post-20574 Sun, 07 Nov 2010 16:31:21 +0000 krisann22 20574@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Im still working on trying to get good pics with a cheap camera. Some came out a little dark. I found a group of stirrups on ebay bought them and then decorated with the stuff I had around the house. I had a blast and am using a couple for gifts. </p> <p>Kris</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=941#post-14716 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 05:55:19 +0000 chiccottagejunk 14716@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So, I've been so out of the loop lately with my Father-in-Law's illness and passing. I haven't done a lot of decorating at home because what energy I did have was spent on items for my booth. I'm up early and full of energy before I start my day so I thought I'd share some junk from my booth if y'all don't mind....</p> <p>The first is some large stars that I made out of antique lathe strips that I found at a flea market. They were four feet long so it they were good sized stars. I attached a wreath to the center of one and left the other two plain. The plain ones sold right away and one of the gals that bought one wants to buy wholesale from me to put in her &quot;Witchcraft&quot; store. Hmmm, I don't mean to sound shallow, but I just couldn't do that being the born and raised guilt ridden Irish Catholic girl that I am. Smile!</p> <p>The next is a JOY sign I made with pre-made letters glued to two pieces of old beadboard glued together and then wrapped on either end with jute to make sure the glue holds. If it doesn't sell, I have just the place in my kitchen for it.</p> <p>Another junk piece - I took a cheap silverplated tiny candelabra, painted it white and then shabbied up the edges with sandpaper. I added two chunky glass prisms and three vintage glass ornaments to totally transform this pieces. I've sold one already and hoping that this one goes too.</p> <p>I'll add some more in another post if you don't mind....</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1809#post-25057 Sun, 04 Sep 2011 12:22:54 +0000 huggybear38 25057@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Today 73 years ago a wonderful lady had me, and she rasied me and took such good care of me.. for 16 years.. then I lost her.. I had a wonderful childhood and I just want to say Thanks to my wonderful Mother "Mary" for taking such good care of me and so sad that I did not get to spend more time with you.. so folks take the time to call your mother, father, grandparents.. or who ever raised you and say Thanks... it sure is not an easy job.. Love you Mom </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1812#post-25099 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 17:59:16 +0000 mcnaughton 25099@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Another use of junk--This is an old herb dryer that I bought years ago. It hangs in my living room where I use it as an ever-changing display.</p> <p>Often, I spell out greetings to guests with my vintage wooden school letters. My family likes to rearrange the letters and see who notices.</p> <p>I've also posted snapshots in the individual &quot;frames&quot; for graduation parties.</p> <p>Above it are big letters I found for a great price at Restoration Hardware. They were glossy gold. I sprayed them ORB and hung them.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1778#post-24677 Tue, 09 Aug 2011 21:18:28 +0000 SecondHandRosie 24677@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Somewhere in the last few days I saw the neatest arrangement of old stuff: books, a dried arrangement, old baseballs in some kind of a container, etc. I'm thinking it was some type of glass thingie, or something but I don't know where I saw it.</p> <p>Bought eight baseballs the other day at a garage sale. Some of them even have names written on them. Give me some cool ideas for displaying them for sale, please. Would really like to display all of them in a container and not do the one in each cubby hole type arrangement. TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1814#post-25102 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 18:11:45 +0000 mcnaughton 25102@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I couldn't find what I wanted to use as storage for back-door items until I found a vertical wooden CD rack. It was symetrical when hung horizontally because the top and bottom pieces matched and were finished in the same way. My husband mounted it on the wall above our coat rack. I screwed in cup hooks on the end for keys. Scrabble letters have kept any one person from hogging other cubbies. Now most things we need for dog-walking or weather are in the back hall where we can hang them when we get home.</p> <p>Excuse the mess. The maid isn't very motivated.</p> <p>There. I've finally made a small contribution to the forums that I have enjoyed so much. Happy Labor Day Evening!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1813#post-25101 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 18:07:13 +0000 mcnaughton 25101@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I spray-painted some ugly avocado plastic candleholders with ORB to match the L O V E in my previous post. But what I really wanted to show you were these cute hand-painted wooden signs we picked up in Charleston, SC, on our vacation.</p> <p>If any of you sign-makers are looking for new text, these imbibers say, try these.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1808#post-25052 Sat, 03 Sep 2011 08:20:22 +0000 huggybear38 25052@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Even though the heat does not say so.. Summer is coming to a close and I was just wondering what everyone is up to. Me I have been busy making little girl Tutus and Diapers Cakes.. canning and trying to save what ever I can from my garden which the heat has just about ruined.. we are still getting tomatoes and I am still making salsa, we are getting peppers and cabbage.. and egg plants but not near as big as they should be.. one of the guys from work gave me a big bag of cucumbers and I am going to make some pickles tomorrow.. trying to downsize some of my stuff.. need to rethink what things I want to keep and what I want to get rid of .. sometimes that is hard even though you have not use it or worked with it for years..LOL going to be refinishig a child rocking chair for a lady who takes photos so she can use in her photo shoots.. My neice lives in Idaho and she has two beautiful children so I am sending her a tutu for her little girl and a pair of fleece pjs for the little boy.. WE have our big Firework Party tomorrow at my other neices and that is always fun.. family good food and fireworks on the Ohio River at Cincinnati, Ohio then next Sunday big Birthday bash at my Daughter and Son's house should be a lot of fun.. So the end of summer is a busy one for me.. Hope all have things planned and are keeping busy.. let us all know what you are up to.. and any good neat ideas for the fall </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1811#post-25097 Mon, 05 Sep 2011 17:52:09 +0000 mcnaughton 25097@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here goes. I thought I'd show you some T2T in my house. I've done minimal to transform, but instead collect and display.</p> <p>I bought this sign at a garage sale. The seller had pulled it out of his neighbor's trash. It is an authentic sign made by painting some sheet metal black and attaching it to the back of a screen door frame. If you look closely on the left you can see there is a section of a belt formerly used as a handle.</p> <p>The lettering is original. Some was fading, so I touched those areas up with white chalk. Since I'm from OH where lots of sugaring is done, I've been around maple syrup production all my life. For an extended school project, my 17 year-old daughter did sugaring start to finish.</p> <p>In the photo are a couple other projects. I painted the bowl at one of those storefront businesses. My younger daughter and I find it restful. I made the squiggly lines with lots of very thin masking tape.</p> <p>I made decorations in the green IKEA vases by curling blue and silver wire and hanging small &quot;ornaments&quot; made from blue and silver polymer clay. I did this to add a pop of green on the top ledge of my stove.</p> <p>Pretty wordy for easy projects??</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=28#post-150 Thu, 08 Jan 2009 04:57:08 +0000 faywray 150@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Someone recommended Junk Revolution to me after I suggested that I would like a forum where I could share garden pics - and see garden pics from others - so as to allay my itch for gardening mid-winter.<br /> In short: I miss the smell of dirt and the feel of dirt and of course I miss the colors of summer . . . .<br /> Susan </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1805#post-24995 Tue, 30 Aug 2011 14:48:34 +0000 She-ne 24995@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My neighbor had tossed an old bentwood chair. It was no longer suitable for seating, but will be great for displaying a tub of flowers. I was about to take the cushion to the burnpile, when I realized it had springs. It is a round set of springs. I just hope we can come up with an idea for its use. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1807#post-25023 Thu, 01 Sep 2011 11:27:29 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 25023@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i know im in the right business.... i posted on my facebook about getting a big brass tenor sax in...a lady called me on the phone and wants to buy it to make a fountain!!! gotta love it....<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=382#post-5170 Fri, 08 May 2009 10:28:40 +0000 DPumm 5170@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The owner of the store where I sell wants me to make some wind chimes using old silverware or what ever else I can come up with. Has anybody made any, got any ideas, tips or pictures to share? Thanks, Diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=710#post-11781 Sat, 05 Sep 2009 07:15:53 +0000 gigi 11781@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>cute "chair" ideas for fall?</p> <p>or...thanksgiving/halloween themed?</p> <p>i have all these metal and plastic school chairs in bright orange and yellow, just dying to be made into something useful...but????</p> <p>i know i can sit pumpkins, gourds, etc in them but wondered if anyone has seen something cute sorta like the mothers day/spring ones that hillbilly and a few others posted on here?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=778#post-12748 Thu, 01 Oct 2009 07:53:30 +0000 huggybear38 12748@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>One of the houses on my way home from work, has this Flowerpot man in their front yard.. they have used several sizes of flower pots.. this was taken with my cell so you may have to click on the picture and then hold ctrl and + key down and it should make it larger.. I just thought it was cute.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1106#post-16906 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 08:20:17 +0000 valentinarose2 16906@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>does anyone have any ideas for totem poles </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1797#post-24874 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 13:24:03 +0000 Leveta 24874@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Been sitting here looking back. My open house for my shop,those that aren't on much anymore if at all...All the inspriations...The fun. Projects, pic's, and how to's...Shareing everyones excitment. Now there are the excitments of the new ones. Their dreams and hopes...God Bless to friends old and new... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1781#post-24693 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 17:04:26 +0000 robolady 24693@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Join in on the fun. We're giving away some great stuff. And the new cover is fabulous.<br /> <a href="http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1806#post-25013 Wed, 31 Aug 2011 15:10:13 +0000 She-ne 25013@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My daughter and I were at a garage sale, when she saw an old black velvet jacket, with the most beautiful rhinestone buttons. It was from Neiman Marcus, probably in the 1950's.It was in excellent shape. She asked for the price. We both almost fainted when she said,"How about a quarter?"</p> <p>Needless to say, it came home with us. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1803#post-24977 Mon, 29 Aug 2011 05:38:35 +0000 junxtaposition 24977@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>there's always lots of discussion about where to buy stuff...where i live we have a multitude of fleas and antique shows...i did a post about some i hit this past weekend..if anyone is interested.</p> <p><a href="http://www.junxtaposition.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.junxtaposition.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1800#post-24929 Thu, 25 Aug 2011 09:36:33 +0000 hopeandjoyhome 24929@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi guys! wanted to share what I made yesterday. These were formerly old walnut frames. I made polymer clay roses for them, painted and distressed and added scrapbook paper. Now the are dry erase boards or could be a shabby romantic frame! More pix here&amp;gt; <a href="http://hopeandjoyhome.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://hopeandjoyhome.blogspot.com/</a></p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1110#post-16931 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 20:20:50 +0000 JunkLover 16931@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does anyone know anything about this sewing machine. I have googled and can't seem to find out much about it. It has a petal. The very top of the machine says &quot;The Singer Manufacturing Co.&quot;. The numbers on it are 11947436. I would really appreciate any help....</p> <p>Thanks So Much<br /> Nora</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1802#post-24970 Sun, 28 Aug 2011 12:37:26 +0000 gigi 24970@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>innocently on way to ball game. we pass a bike w/sign. i barely saw it, husband on other hand said "wow, see that old bike, they want $5" I thought he was imagining!</p> <p>i sat at the game, nothing on my mind BUT that bike! wondering what it was, how old it was, what i could do with it, tweak or no, was it really $5 bucks!? on and on my ole mind churned!</p> <p>an hour or so later...husband...having a hard time with the dirt and wind...asked me to go to local store and get him some eye drops.<br /> "ladies, i had skid marks outta there!!" lol :)</p> <p>my 1st stop...to see if that bike was still there....yes, it was!!<br /> are folks really that naive and foolish in passing this up?? apparently so...they said it had been in a garage sale, out for days afterwards and had even thought of putting free on it but feared someone would think it had issues and pass it up....so $5 seemed logical to them. WHAT!!??</p> <p>i told them YES, i will take it...but, please give me time to get through the ballgame and reload our gear to make room for it. they happily agreed. i was thrilled!!</p> <p>what happened next is surreal! i went back to get it, husband loaded it, i went to pay and they didn't have change for my $20....he told me to "just take it for free.....it's yours"<br /> WHAT?? am i dreaming? husband explained we would be back through today and he absolutely would not hear of taking a cent for it!!<br /> i am just thrilled to tears!! i'm still researching it but it's a vintage hopper!!!! definitely one of my greatest finds!!<br /> sorry, i can't post pics, my camera won't cooperate with my computer!! but, take my word....SHE'S A BEAUTY!!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1703#post-23769 Sun, 22 May 2011 14:11:14 +0000 Peony 23769@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I had the best time today! I planted my window boxes and had some leftover petunias. I have an old wooden birdhouse on a decorative, turned, wooden spindle stand. It's white and about 30" tall. Too low to the ground for birds to use. It has a door on the back for cleaning it out. I never did find a use for it. </p> <p>But today, I shoved an old plastic pot inside the clean out door, with a scrap of old flexible screening in the bottom to keep the dirt from draining out, and planted bright pink petunias in it. Now the back (with the clean out door open and petunias spilling out) is the front. I'll have to lay it down to water it, but that's no big deal. It's really cute. If I could figure out how my camera works, I'd post a picture. LOL. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1724#post-24013 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 13:57:10 +0000 jillruth 24013@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If anyone is interested, I've posted an update on my tank garden and will continue to do so this summer. If you click on the "tank garden" tab at the top of my blog you'll see how the garden came to be.</p> <p><a href="http://www.jillruth.com/2011/06/tank-garden-update.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.jillruth.com/2011/06/tank-garden-update.html</a></p> <p>I have so many ideas of things to add to it! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1191#post-17759 Thu, 22 Apr 2010 10:01:42 +0000 daisytoad 17759@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>After a long discussion with my husband, the results are a new grill for him and a store in our garage for me!!!! I am SO excited, but have SO much to do!</p> <p>I'd love to see pictures of your buildings and landscaping for your occasional sales and some advice from all of you! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1799#post-24885 Mon, 22 Aug 2011 08:51:21 +0000 She-ne 24885@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Since most of you are serious buyers and sellers, I need your help in pricing for my sale. I have a big table and six chairs. It has been "antiqued" and the seats of chair will be replaced with a current fabric. I have a lady trying to buy it, ahead of the sale.I think she is buying for resale, so I need to price accordingly. Also, I have a set of very heavy provincial chairs that have been shabbied. All look great. Tell me what you would expect to pay as a buyer and what they should sell for in a shop. </p> <p>As you all can tell, this is my first "rodeo", and I need help. I am not trying to make a lot of money. I am doing this so I can continue my habit/hobby of junk collecting/re-purposing.</p> <p>It can be seen on my blog, at the bottom of page<br /> <a href="http://www.piddle-binks.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.piddle-binks.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=326#post-4277 Wed, 08 Apr 2009 10:02:13 +0000 robolady 4277@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I posted a starburst awhile back, well I decided it was too large to ship and wasn't real happy with how un-sturdy it was. So I decided to chop it in half and came up with this for above my window at work.<br /> I also had an idea of mounting them to a piece of trim board and letting them hang down as a valance or window topper. Kinda like what Kid did in her first book in the cottage room with the chippy trim pieces. Wish I had a pic of that.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1798#post-24882 Sun, 21 Aug 2011 18:58:05 +0000 junxtaposition 24882@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>anyone know a trick to re-wire (not electric...just the crystals)..the glass crystals from an chandelier? the kind that only have the hole from the top and out one side..how the he*&#38;^%% do you get the dingy wire back in....i want to use them for jewelry, and some need a wire put back in...cant get it to go in?? any suggestions...margo.???? ki ???(you guys know everything ?) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1789#post-24813 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 10:35:10 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 24813@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>anything new going on out there? im liking parts and pieces as a lways.... and loving industrial, more than my customers maybe..lol...<br /> what the good thing for you?<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1796#post-24860 Sat, 20 Aug 2011 20:13:20 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 24860@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>is facebooking hurting your blogging?<br /> it sure is for me....and i feel kind of guilty about it....but facebook is so easy and seems to engage a lot more people for me anyway..... i love the blog but seem to be neglecting it a lot...<br /> i still like to blog hop tho...<br /> one of my computer expert buddies says that the blog connections really help the website...so thats a reason to keep doing it too i guess...but dang ...our facebook is so much more used..</p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques</a><br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1794#post-24844 Sat, 20 Aug 2011 09:38:40 +0000 kenelamb 24844@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>In the Kansas City area looking for old printer's type and press furniture (the wood blocks used to lock up letterpress beds). Any suggestions? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1782#post-24704 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 18:49:13 +0000 jillruth 24704@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw these at the antique store that I have a booth at over a year ago and debated about buying a couple when they were marked down to $1 each. But, talked myself out of adding more junk to the pile of projects. Now, today they had the whole box for $2. Could not walk away this time!!<br /> Now, any ideas from all of you?<br /> They have potential...just not sure what for yet!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1795#post-24845 Sat, 20 Aug 2011 10:34:38 +0000 She-ne 24845@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Folks who pick for me have loaded my garage down with "treasures" for our Barn Sale in November. My first thought was that I would re-purpose most of it. Now, I realize this is impossible. So, do you think I can just offer it "as is" in a tent by itself, even though I have told all the other participants that theirs have to be re-purposed? I could put this tent away from the main part of the sale, which will be held in and around the old guest house.If you were attending, would you like both junk and re-purposed items? The old houses here are decorated with all kinds of re-purposed items for ideas.Help! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1793#post-24838 Sat, 20 Aug 2011 04:29:30 +0000 copperhead 24838@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know this is not re-purposing, reusing or reinventing or RE anything. It is just a link I found for shabby fabric.<br /> <a href="http://www.shabbyfabrics.com/Garden-Rose-C722.aspx" rel="nofollow">http://www.shabbyfabrics.com/Garden-Rose-C722.aspx</a> It is just good to know it is out there somewhere. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1790#post-24814 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 11:58:40 +0000 hopeandjoyhome 24814@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I looove Stampington's Somerset magazines and I crossed one of my goals for the year off my list by submitting something to their magazine Somerset Life for a possible feature. The challenge was tart tins and I have previously worked with tin. I had a stash of old tin can lids I had run across and alas used all up. I figured out this spring that old tart tins were a good substitute. I already had some of these made when I saw the challenge. Just wanted to share! (You can see more on my blog <a href="http://www.hopeandjoyhome.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.hopeandjoyhome.blogspot.com</a> if you want to see more) Julia</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1788#post-24811 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 09:36:40 +0000 She-ne 24811@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have a building that I call my "librarie". It gets a lot of traffic. I want to paint the floor to look like an old floor in a general store. Any ideas on what color would show less dirt?</p> <p><a href="http://www.momentsintimegallery.net" rel="nofollow">www.momentsintimegallery.net</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1783#post-24717 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 09:15:55 +0000 huggybear38 24717@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.estatesales.net/" rel="nofollow">http://www.estatesales.net/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1791#post-24819 Thu, 18 Aug 2011 15:25:02 +0000 lovecrafting 24819@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A friend gave me 2 nice white baskets and I am thinking of filling them with some misc. craft supplies and trying them in my booth. thinking I would put in maybe a test tube full of vintage beads, some vintage sewing trim, some buttons, a skeleton key or two, some old lace, old sheet music or book pages,or maybe some vintage graphics stickers. Thought I could line the basket with a small piece of burlap or a vintage doilie. Things along those lines. What do you think and would you buy them? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1785#post-24738 Fri, 12 Aug 2011 11:09:55 +0000 junxtaposition 24738@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>the country living fair is adding another one to the list !!</p> <p>austin TX ! next april </p> <p>i do the columbus one, and the atlanta one, but i'm not sure about TX..it's a REALLY far drive for me..and although i know girls who fly and ship..i really cant imagine HOW they do it???<br /> also, i would be there are people in TX who do what i do....:( </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1725#post-24026 Mon, 13 Jun 2011 21:11:47 +0000 ladydianab 24026@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My husband is the picker in the family and I am the one who prices the items and puts them in the antique booth. I just have to share hubby's knack for getting good stuff cheap: FREE. He has been going to garage sales long after the peak times and it seems that they are just waiting for him to come so they can load up their leftovers. Does this happen for you? He is really good at getting good deals early in the day too. If this works for you any tips to pass on?</p> <p>diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1787#post-24794 Wed, 17 Aug 2011 09:34:21 +0000 toyhs 24794@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I don't know if anyone can help me on this, but its worth a try. I have attached a photo of the applique I am looking for, the photo is the actual size I need. If you have or know of more than just one, I will buy those too! Thanks.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1784#post-24728 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:25:02 +0000 SecondHandRosie 24728@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My best friend and I are heading out tomorrow for Bargains Galore on 64, the sale that runs on Hwy. 64 (duh!) from Beebe, Arkansas to Ft. Smith, Arkansas.</p> <p>We plan to make the whole trip. Didn't get to go last year because my mom was so ill. So it's been two whole years since we've gotten to go!</p> <p>We are SO jazzed! Will let you know what all we find when we get back.</p> <p>Wish you all could go with me, but knowing you guys, we'd all be fighting over the same stuff and it'd be all bent and bloody! LOL</p> <p>((Junkers)) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1723#post-24010 Sun, 12 Jun 2011 08:23:57 +0000 yaya.ames@sbcglobal.net 24010@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found this on the side of the road and decided to rescue it not fully knowing what potential it had. Once I had cleaned it out and looked it over real good, I discovered it is a child's wardrobe. Any ideas what look I should go with? I want to make it masculine for my son to use in his home. He has no children yet, but could use it in a boys room some day perhaps. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1334#post-19544 Mon, 09 Aug 2010 14:27:28 +0000 LuAnn 19544@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I take my vacation this week each year so I can go out on the Michigan "Yard Sale Trail". It's the 2nd full weekend in August. Getting the "junk bag" ready with all essential items including my list of items to look for, pictures of possible projects, and lots of inspiration. Sitting here now (raining out side) going through my junk books, magazines, and of course blogs (such as Margo's) to give added inspiration. All geeked to get started but still 4 days away so will have to contain myself (well at least a little). We drive a different way to change things up a bit and to see the country side. It is a blast and I look forward to this each year. One of these days (maybe when I'm retired) I will do the Longest Garage Sale trail but until then I have this one. You meet alot of amazing people and see all kinds of things. Some communities really get into the spirit of this and have a full weekend of events. Guess we all know "junkin" is just plain FUN. I'll post pictures when I return.</p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1786#post-24747 Sat, 13 Aug 2011 14:19:11 +0000 josesparky 24747@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Thinking about making the 13 hour drive up from south georgia. is it worth the trip? suggestions on where a single female junker can stay and where to junk going up or down? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1779#post-24682 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 10:18:07 +0000 The Farmers Wife 24682@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am now the owner of three wooden ironing boards....I have had the one for several yrs and used it as my "check out " table for my sales for awhile...even painted it robin's egg for fun.</p> <p>But, I wondered...does anyone have any creative ideas for them??? I am not set on getting a lot of money out of them since I paid very little for them...infact, I dont mind having them around since are useful for displaying in my shed, booths, etc...</p> <p>Just wondered if anyone had any ideas....thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1780#post-24684 Wed, 10 Aug 2011 12:12:46 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 24684@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>at the end of our yardsale we took the dregs to the goodwill..... it wasnt a pretty pile..after 1000 people turned it down at 1$$ or 50 cents.... .also on our truck was an old piesafe we just paid 100 $$$ for..... the guy took our big pile of boxes of yardsale leftovers and said..WAIT.. i m not going to take that ...meaning the piesafe.. he doesnt want that kind of thing....<br /> thought you all would appreciate this....lol...<br /> it has neat tins in the front and old original white paint...a little crusty but pretty great and a real hoosier antique...<br /> i was thankful they took the boxes...<br /> ann <a href="http://www.greeneoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greeneoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1776#post-24634 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 16:20:08 +0000 lovetogarden46 24634@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does anyone know anything about this? We're going but would like to know where to stay, eat, ect. Any other info you might have.<br /> We're also looking for a cabin by a lake or river fairly close to rent for at least 5 people.</p> <p><a href="http://www.wareaglemill.com/fair.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.wareaglemill.com/fair.html</a><br /> Thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1774#post-24624 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 07:40:02 +0000 dianeinthevalley 24624@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Do you ever sit in front of your computer looking for inspiration but not really knowing where to go? Everyone knows what a wealth of ideas Margo's junk site is, and I love reading her blog. Well today I spent most of the morning reading HER blog lists. These ladies have it all together. She has Jill and Redneck of course but there is also Raised in Cotten and Mamie Jane and a ton of others, all fun reads. Now I just have to tear myself away from the computer and actuallyl create something myself! What's your favorites? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1775#post-24630 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 12:16:58 +0000 She-ne 24630@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A friend brought this by. He thought it would be great for the barn sale. I first thought I would take it apart for the pieces. My niece said it is too nice to take apart. It is about 40 inches square. I am thinking about painting it robin egg blue and "shabbying" it. Then, there is the problem of what to do for a top. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1777#post-24644 Fri, 05 Aug 2011 21:09:45 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 24644@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>our yardsale is this weekend..... im hoping for lots of serious junkers with big trucks..... and lots of projects that need cool parts to finish.....<br /> we have worked like dogs getting ready in this 90 degree heat.<br /> for a change i put out some big shabby recycled things we make but in the raw....so customers could paint them how they wanted.... they are on my facebook... <a href="http://www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques</a><br /> ann </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1380#post-20025 Sat, 18 Sep 2010 05:42:54 +0000 junxtaposition 20025@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.shelterpop.com/2010/07/12/a-church-pew-turned-headboard/" rel="nofollow">http://www.shelterpop.com/2010/07/12/a-church-pew-turned-headboard/</a></p> <p>check this out...something different... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1769#post-24556 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 07:25:22 +0000 lovetogarden46 24556@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We have a deck floor that the boards are splitting and would like to do something with it. We've sanded and stained but didn't help. We mayb try flipping the boards but not an option right now. don't want to paint it.<br /> Has anyone made a floor cloth?<br /> Any other suggestions would be helpful. thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1767#post-24519 Tue, 26 Jul 2011 13:35:52 +0000 dolly68 24519@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just purchased some old linens. Doilies, embroidered linens, and old wool children's sweaters. I want to wash them. Does anyone have anything they could suggest to wash them with that would be gentle, but perk them up? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1762#post-24485 Sun, 24 Jul 2011 17:41:11 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 24485@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>someone called me today wanting to sell a typewriter for 140$$$ ...where do they get these ideas?...<br /> i have had lots of good ones for under 60$$ and they dont fly out the door ...and i have serious overhead...i am getting low on them...but dont think i could sell them much higher than 40 to 60 range.... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1763#post-24487 Sun, 24 Jul 2011 17:43:42 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 24487@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>anyone know of some uses for old adding machines..nice old black ones with white keys....i have a bunch and no one seems to care!!!!lol </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1559#post-21985 Fri, 18 Feb 2011 16:18:57 +0000 ladydianab 21985@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It is in the stores, yea! I got mine this morning at Wal-Mart. I had to work my "shift" in the antique mall this morning so had to wait to look at it this afternoon. Great issue. I will go back and read it again, only slower this time. Lots of great ideas. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=72#post-627 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 10:36:24 +0000 Marge 627@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Don’t ya just hate it when you find a new blog or website and when you want to go back to it, you discover that you didn’t bookmark it, can’t remember the name and can’t find it in your browser history? That has happened to me more than once since joining this board and meeting more new junker friends. I have re-read a few posts looking for people, but since there are no ‘signatures’ included with our replies, I haven’t had any luck looking for blogs that way, either.</p> <p>So, here is my solution. It may not be the best idea, but it will help. </p> <p>Just put your blog url in a reply to this message. You can include your name if you want. That way when someone is looking for blogs and web sites, they will all be in one place.</p> <p>Maybe someday our profiles can include a signature that will automatically be posted each time we reply. But I still like this idea, because all blogs and web sites will be in one spot – if you agree that this is an okay idea. If someone comes up with a reason this is a bad idea, please speak up!</p> <p>Marge -- my blog is</p> <p><a href="http://www.emmasnookandgranny.com" rel="nofollow">www.emmasnookandgranny.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1765#post-24506 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 12:51:12 +0000 DPumm 24506@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Got this in a email from a friend in Kansas City, it said the picture was took yesterday :^). Diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1768#post-24529 Wed, 27 Jul 2011 10:46:38 +0000 hgiahb 24529@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I recently bought a beautiful teal 5 gallon bucket just because of it's color. I want to find something to do with it. I'd like to use it as a decoration in my room. Any Ideas?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1742#post-24191 Sat, 25 Jun 2011 17:48:02 +0000 Callef 24191@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>These were part of my yard sale loot - a whole cardboard box full of these little black wood drawers. Would you leave the primitive hand lettering on them, or paint over them? I don't know why I like these, but I'm attracted to any kind of boxes or drawers.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1766#post-24517 Mon, 25 Jul 2011 23:37:19 +0000 tcogsdil 24517@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am new to junking and I want to dive into it. I was wondering if anyone could tell me of some good places to go picken in Denver, CO? I have been to some of the antique stores around Denver and there prices are really high. Any info or advice would be awesome and very much appreciated! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1761#post-24475 Sat, 23 Jul 2011 18:54:48 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 24475@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>love to hear how it is wherever you are selling...<br /> ..whats hot whats not? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1621#post-22766 Sat, 02 Apr 2011 14:04:18 +0000 copperhead 22766@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just over a year ago DD &#38; I investigated the empty blue house next door to the ugly little cottage DH &#38; I had just bought very cheap. The blue house was indeed in the city tax sale. DD, 4 GKs and I further investigated at the court house (gumball machines are wonderful bribes) - no leans except the taxes. So we explored how to buy a house in a tax sale. We had to register to bid. To do that they make you deposit some money in their tax sale account. Then we got bank checks enough to cover what we thought we would bid. The houses were numbered. They put 10 numbers up on a huge screen every couple minutes. People waved their bid number and made bids on the houses. Some only had one bidder, some were seriously bid up. DH bid on the house and was the only bidder so he won the bid. Then who ever had the house had a year to redeem that house. It has been a year. We had to go to the court house and pay the latest tax and since nobody redeemed the blue house we have to wait 60 days for the deed. Once we get the deed we can go into the house and we can do what ever we choose. So at this point we WAIT some more. As soon as the deed comes we can go in it. That should be sometime in June! Two more months of waiting and wondering... I wonder what scary stuff is in the refrigerator? Is it moldy or worse is it NOT moldy? I wonder if the old metal kitchen cabinets are any good. Do the drawers work - how much of it is rusted out. Can they be cleaned &#38; painted. I sort of remember a big old white sink with side drains but I'm not for sure. Would a retro kitchen be cool to live with? Maybe black and white check tiles on the floor? I wonder if the kitchen cabinets should be white or pink or blue? I wonder what kind of shape the hardwood floors are in under that carpet in the rest of the house. I wonder how much damage the water in the basement has caused. I'm sure it needs a furnace if it even has one. The air conditioner is long gone. I wonder how much we have to gut? I wonder what this is going to cost? How long will it take to get it livable? What have we done? Are we crazy? What ever it will soon be ours right next to the ugly cottage. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1764#post-24489 Sun, 24 Jul 2011 18:24:14 +0000 huggybear38 24489@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Please understand the only reason I am posting this site is so that of you who go to auctions can see what certain items are bring on the market as far as money wise..</p> <p>I would not have believed these items would have brought so much money at an auction.. check out the final bids on this auction.</p> <p><a href="http://www.ebthauctions.org/cgi-bin/mnlist.cgi?ebth23/category/ALL" rel="nofollow">http://www.ebthauctions.org/cgi-bin/mnlist.cgi?ebth23/category/ALL</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1757#post-24415 Sat, 16 Jul 2011 12:54:55 +0000 craftybb 24415@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm just wondering how the rest of you handle your 'junk' transactions. I have never been as active as I am this year. I'm not sure how to handle it on my taxes. I have tried to keep records of everything so I have those. If I understand correctly if my expenses don't exceed 2% of our gross income I can't count it as a 'hobby' expense. You also can't show a 'hobby' loss and I have had to invest in some tools and materials to start up. If I 'start' a small business I would definatly show a loss (unless I have alot of year end sales) and I don't want any tax trouble. I was just wondering how some of you handle it. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1759#post-24469 Thu, 21 Jul 2011 16:59:48 +0000 SecondHandRosie 24469@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just opened two cardboard boxes of old painted drinking glasses from my basement. I had carefully wrapped them in newspaper and stored them down there for several years. When I got them out the newspaper had drawn moisture and the newsprint had smeared off onto the glasses.</p> <p>I used a nylon net scrubbie and some Barkeeper's Friend and got it off of most of them.</p> <p>Just a thought - you might want to spring for some bubble wrap, or something else. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1760#post-24474 Sat, 23 Jul 2011 18:48:03 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 24474@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>we just made up a lot of shutter shelves.... so easy...just iron brackets and little wood shelves...we did some pink for our foo foo room....turquoise for our key west room and tons of white ones....also one full size, 6 ft... im trying to keep my prices down and still make some money on them..<br /> people are really liking the recycled real wood part....<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1758#post-24461 Wed, 20 Jul 2011 17:13:08 +0000 Peony 24461@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi All - I don't know if this will work or not, but go to the Benjamin Moore website and click on the word "coupon" in BLUE for a free pint of their outdoor stain. Might be just the thing for a small outdoor project.</p> <p>For the life of me, I can't get a hot link to work here, so try going to their site, look for promotions and see if it works for you. You'll get a coupon to take to a local store where you can get a free pint. They have a store locator on their site as well. </p> <p>I hope this works for you. So sorry I can't get the link to work. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1755#post-24403 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 13:39:30 +0000 lovetogarden46 24403@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have one that the bottom has rotted out of. Found out when I was taking the dirt out of it!! Need ideas what to do with it in the garden. I've seen them buried and flowers spilling out but with no bottom I wonder how it would work. Thanks for any ideas. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1756#post-24409 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 20:20:52 +0000 mcnaughton 24409@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is my first attempt at re-doing furniture for sale. The stool was a chippy yellow with red and other colors shown underneath. Free because I found it in my mom's basement. The record cabinet was a $5 find with peeling veneer on the top. I patched in another top...and there you go!</p> <p>What price would you use for each of these. I'm selling it on a sale called "Treasures on the Green." It's a sale of everything from antiques to garage sale items. I'll be included in a "vintage" section of the sale. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1754#post-24401 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 10:12:23 +0000 huggybear38 24401@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>this is called a Wedding Wish jar.. and thought how cute this idea is.. this one cost $19.00 or approx. that.. and thought if anyone is planning a wedding soon might want to try and even make your own..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1747#post-24264 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 07:57:57 +0000 gigi 24264@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>on page 18 july 2011 mag is an ice cream holder.<br /> sorry, i tried to find a link for mag or article....no luck :(</p> <p>but anyhow, if you get a chance waiting in line at supermarket, pick one up and take a glance. it would be sooooo easy to turn old bedsprings into this idea.....that was my first thought besides damn...those cones look good! :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1741#post-24173 Fri, 24 Jun 2011 17:59:00 +0000 Callef 24173@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ooohhh-eee, I got me some fab garage sale booty (as in pirate treasure) today! Will post pictures later, but the best find was a complete 15-volume set of 1948 encylopedias with beautiful bindings, in excellent condition, for</p> <p>TWO DOLLARS!!!</p> <p>I get high off this stuff. Talk about big fun! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1745#post-24238 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 08:25:01 +0000 huggybear38 24238@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>when was the last time you used or saw one of these</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1717#post-23924 Fri, 03 Jun 2011 21:55:58 +0000 Callef 23924@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <br /> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1751#post-24337 Tue, 05 Jul 2011 09:23:24 +0000 daisytoad 24337@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Its time to think about Halloween, Fall and (gasp) Christmas!!!</p> <p>What projects do you have planned? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1749#post-24298 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 21:46:22 +0000 tinkergirl 24298@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Last year I was asking you all what to do with some feathers I has aquired- well, bought some small alligator clips put about 5 inches of the feather onto a narrow ribbon and attached feather to clip. was granddaughters idea....she wears it cliped to hair behind her ear and it peeks outlike a long earing. realy cute! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1750#post-24321 Sat, 02 Jul 2011 15:37:40 +0000 LuAnn 24321@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hope everyone has a great 4th holiday. I'm off to our weekly wine night--tonight will be with wine coolers as it's HOT out there. Could also be in for a midnight swim.</p> <p>Stay safe and have a good time.</p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1728#post-24036 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 10:10:25 +0000 DPumm 24036@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have you got your home, business, booth or what ever decorated for the summer? If so would love to see some pictures. Here is a couple around my house. I have a lot of Uncle Sam's and flags.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1746#post-24245 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:29:07 +0000 Leveta 24245@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>In my new CL there were 4th of July pieces. One was a little dresser in I guess it would be maybe early american painted like a 13 colony flag with gold trim and hardware. It was SO cute...And I think easy to simulate... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1748#post-24272 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 18:09:38 +0000 copperhead 24272@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well, we will be doing the ultimate rescue. The deed came today. So we hopped in the car and went over. There are trees growing up in the sidewalk cracks - trees blocking the doors. Not just weeds - these are one inch around trees. So we got in the back door - the front door is still screwed shut. The door scraped a bit. The floor tiles (3 layers) were coming up like it or not. The basement has 3 ft of water and floaters... EEEEWWWWWW. The kitchen still has cans of 'food'? on the table, floors and shelves. There are assorted dishes. There are two boxes of Velvita cheese in the fridge. One of the dining room windows has a nice vine growing in it - 3 creepy looking leaves... There are LOTS of BIG shoes, assorted trash all over the house. I did find two real nice mid century modern chairs I fell in love with those... There is an assortment of stuff in the garage I think will be fun to do something with. On the rafters there is a big oval galvanized tub. I told DH I have dibs... grin. Old aluminum coffee pots. camp stove. old wood bed frame. There is a bunch to process I'll try to get a blog going at some point - with pictures... I took a bunch. There is paint peeling off all walls and ceilings. Light fixtures are missing. There is nice hard wood we think - have to take up carpet some time. Two bedrooms in the upstairs and and one down stairs with a bathroom. The kitchen has original metal cabinets. There is going to be a tough call one of these days. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1740#post-24157 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 17:29:51 +0000 Callef 24157@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've been buying quite a few old carpenter's tool caddies, wood crates, etc. lately. First I vacuum out all the loose bits, but then I'm wondering what's best to use for cleaning. Will dishwashing soap &#38; water hurt the wood? Or is it better to "dry clean" with something like Endust on a rag? Sometimes these pieces are REALLY grimy from sitting in someone's garage or workshop for who knows how many years. I don't want to ruin the "patina" (love that word) but I want to get the grime off. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1743#post-24215 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 08:46:33 +0000 mcnaughton 24215@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>When I go to shop, I forget what you all have said about particular brands. So...what brand do you prefer? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1744#post-24218 Mon, 27 Jun 2011 14:01:45 +0000 Callef 24218@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am SO mad at myself. I'm spending the day cleaning my flea market finds and getting stuff ready to take to my booth. I bought a bunch of cool enamel bowls, refrigerator pans with lids, etc. My dear husband helped me wash things. I also had found the cutest little red &#38; white kitchen timer, so I was cleaning that. Instead of just GENTLY wiping it off and leaving well enough alone, I got too vigorous with the cleaning and scratched the paint on the dial. Now there's a big ugly scratch with the metal showing through. :( Don't you just hate it when you break or scratch or otherwise mess up your own stuff?</p> <p>Everybody, please kick me. Thank you. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1736#post-24132 Tue, 21 Jun 2011 20:07:40 +0000 Callef 24132@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>When trying to decide how to price my garage sale finds, I used to be able to look at completed listings on Ebay and get a good idea of value. Lately it seems like most items I research have expired without selling. Is this another "sign of the times"? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1690#post-23654 Tue, 17 May 2011 10:52:51 +0000 Peony 23654@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Glidden is repeating their free paint promo. Last year, I got a free quart of Glidden paint and I just entered the promo for another one this morning. Go to <a href="http://www.glidden.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.glidden.com</a> and click on "Let's get going" and then pick the paint color you want and drag it over to the paint can. Answer a very short survey and your paint will be on the way.</p> <p>It did take me a couple tries to get through becuase it's pretty busy, but what a great FREE sample. Dont' forget to come back here and tell us what you're going to do with the free paint. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1739#post-24151 Thu, 23 Jun 2011 14:41:56 +0000 craftybb 24151@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We have to go to Dallas tomorrow and will be in Dallas on the east side around I30. Is there any place good to to go look at junk? I'm mainly looking for old china and small pieces of wood furniture. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1737#post-24140 Wed, 22 Jun 2011 08:37:16 +0000 huggybear38 24140@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>they are saying in our area that alot of the storage units have rain that has gotten in under the doors and is causing mold.. so if any of you are out there thinking about bidding on storage units site unseen.. be very careful if you have had a lot of rain.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1729#post-24049 Thu, 16 Jun 2011 20:29:13 +0000 copperhead 24049@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm thinking I've hit a dry spell on being creative &#38; been pretty busy. We are still waiting for the deed to the tax house... the wheels of our wonderful government turn vvvveeeerrrrryyyyyyy ssssssllllloooooowwwwwwllllllyyyyyy at times - well unless you let your grass get too long in Indianapolis.... Then we've been trying to finally get some gardening done. I still have some more to room to plant... Kind of late?<br /> In the mean time my mom who is 85 and my sister decided to use the red henna on their hair. They offered to let me in on the party but I had to work... lame? My mom's came out pretty good mostly well except for the rusty orange color in the sun light - looks ok in the house though. Anyway she looks younger. And my sister figured my mom knew what she was doing... her's came out pretty uneven so we did it over. It was ORANGE in the front and REALLY orange in the back. My sister pitched a fit about the whole job... So I gave her a little hair cut - got the back off anyway. My dad and I really teased them a lot - Dad and I both are natural red heads. I've been putting up with red hair for all my life and they can't stand it for a half a day??? Life is so unfair... theirs will grow out. Dad and I boo hoo-ed because nobody likes red hair - we had a pretty good time with it. I offered to find them a clown wig..... well actually they might not need one.... Dad told them to get scarves and cover it over and if anybody asks tell them you had treatment...<br /> So with orange hair and all we went to GWlb and some man tried to pick up my sister - I told her she should have worn the scarf... &#38; that was before we fixed her hair... LOL I found a really cool oval nicked up picture frame with curved glass. Then got to digging around in the rubble and low and behold I found the picture - instant relatives!!! I hung it on the wall as is. That couple look as good or better than some of my relatives.... I also got another sewing machine... eye roll... I hope I can get it working and sell it. I also got 3 or 4 bolts of decorator fabric and a big bag of baby clothes for the next GB due in January - spent less than $20. Yard sales are such a bore - we did that too... and a church rubbage sale er rummage... then yesterday I took my sister to the airport to go home... she got there and they cancelled her flight to St Louis - she got a different route - through Atlanta - boarding immediately - got on and they delayed for 4 hours... She got there 12 hours after I dropped her off. I sure do miss her. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1735#post-24096 Mon, 20 Jun 2011 13:55:28 +0000 Lisa@LisasCreativeDesigns 24096@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi Everyone,<br /> I just found this awesome site and would like to share one of my recent junk projects.I found these beat up diningroom chairs at a thrift shop. They had been sitting there for months. Nobody wanted them because two chairs had broken seats. I got the whole set of 4 for $15. I brought them home, fixed them up and they now proudly sit in my dining room. You can see the whole transformation on my blog at <a href="http://www.lisascreativedesigns.com/lisascottageblog/2011/05/extreme-makover-thrift-store-diningroom-chairs-edition/" rel="nofollow">http://www.lisascreativedesigns.com/lisascottageblog/2011/05/extreme-makover-thrift-store-diningroom-chairs-edition/</a> Please visit!!!<br /> ~Lisa</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1733#post-24079 Sun, 19 Jun 2011 15:24:59 +0000 Peony 24079@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>AAARRRGGGGHH!!!! I got a huge resin planter free last fall and last month, I planted lettuce in it. It was gorgeous. And loaded with lettuce. DH made a great cover for it out of leftover chicken wire to keep the squirrels from digging in the pot.</p> <p>For the last few days, I've wanted to start harvesting it, but we've eaten out, so I've been looking forward to making a nice, big salad tonight, and when I went out to pick it a few minutes ago, it was almost all gone! The cover had been removed and tossed aside and there was not quite enough left for one salad. Yesterday, I figured I would get about seven good sized salads out of it. </p> <p>And I looked out by the stream, and there sat the fattest groundhog I've ever seen, smacking his lips! Where's that shotgun? Grrrrr.</p> <p>I wouldn't actually shoot it, but boy, am I mad! And he got my parsley, too! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1731#post-24067 Sat, 18 Jun 2011 08:06:06 +0000 lovecrafting 24067@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought an inexpensive paint sprayer and so far have had no luck getting success using it. The paint comes out in sputters and I can not get an even coat. Any suggestions? I bought a product called Paint Easy that is supposed to thin the paint to the right consistency for the spray gun but it didn't help. I did find that if I mix it in with my paint and then brush it on it almost completely eliminates the brush marks if I use a good quality brush so not a total waste. </p> <p> Any suggestions you might have for the spray gun dillemma would be greatly appreciated.I bought an electric and was wondering if maybe one that hooks up to the compressor might have been a better choice but according to the boxes they both produce the same amount of compression so not sure if that makes a difference. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1732#post-24078 Sun, 19 Jun 2011 08:01:18 +0000 mcnaughton 24078@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have some on hand and wondered what you have made. I've seen lots of wreaths that incorporates it. What else?&gt; </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1674#post-23463 Mon, 09 May 2011 19:39:14 +0000 junkernewbie 23463@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi everyone -<br /> I made it to an estate sale last week and found a few goodies. Attached are a couple of pictures and I blogged about it here...</p> <p><a href="http://junkernewbie.blogspot.com/2011/05/thursday-finds.html" rel="nofollow">http://junkernewbie.blogspot.com/2011/05/thursday-finds.html</a></p> <p>Anyone else find anything good last week?</p> <p>Stephanie<br /> &quot;Junker Newbie&quot;</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1730#post-24065 Fri, 17 Jun 2011 21:37:00 +0000 huggybear38 24065@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.beaconauction.com/cgi-bin/mncal.cgi?beacon" rel="nofollow">http://www.beaconauction.com/cgi-bin/mncal.cgi?beacon</a><br /> This is a local on line auction in the Cincinnati, Ohio area, but they do ship.. so if any of you are interested you might want to look at the lastest auction.. they have some pretty china. or pottery, lots of items that are cool looking, but I am down sizing so I am not buying anything.. but guys look at it and let me know if you want to bid on anything.. Huggy </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1727#post-24035 Wed, 15 Jun 2011 09:16:13 +0000 gigi 24035@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>someone posted pics and a link to painting/making your own:</p> <p>"family" "home" "house" "barn" ???? STAR</p> <p>it was on flat wood, very colorful (taped off sections until the final product) was like a six pointed star, i believe but each arm and section was painted differently? sound familiar to anyone?</p> <p>i know that i can make it on my own but having the directions/dimensions would make it more smoother! ;}</p> <p>(puts me in the mind of the old barn hexes) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1719#post-23953 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 11:39:19 +0000 junkernewbie 23953@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>hi everyone! </p> <p>I started a new linky party on Wednesdays and would love it if you'd join us! The next one is tomorrow (6/8). I post a picture each week of something I found while shopping to see if folks would have bought it and what they would have done with it. Then I invite everyone (via linky tool) to post something they've found and ask the same!</p> <p>It's really fun and I'd love to have you. For a look at a previous Would You Buy It Wednesday, go here - <a href="http://junkernewbie.blogspot.com/2011/06/would-you-buy-it-wednesday-2.html" rel="nofollow">http://junkernewbie.blogspot.com/2011/06/would-you-buy-it-wednesday-2.html</a></p> <p>thanks!</p> <p>Junker Newbie Stephanie<br /> <a href="http://junkernewbie.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">http://junkernewbie.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1726#post-24033 Tue, 14 Jun 2011 19:54:10 +0000 SecondHandRosie 24033@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Did you use small nails? Wood staples? Wood glue? Whaaat? LOL</p> <p>TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1718#post-23947 Mon, 06 Jun 2011 20:45:40 +0000 Callef 23947@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>For instance, fabulous dirty rusty toolboxes or old metal stools with chippy paint &#38; rust? I've had pretty good results by cleaning with a cloth sprayed with Endust, and then using paste wax. Anybody have a better method? I don't want to remove too much of the "patina", but I want to get the pieces reasonably clean. I think they sell much better if they aren't dirty. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=407#post-5592 Wed, 20 May 2009 14:59:53 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 5592@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>we got to go to the big springfield extravvaganza....and boy was it fun....i bought old seed boxes, bike baskets, clay pots, porch posts and etc etc..... also saw some very neat booths with so many good ideas.... from fun flowers made out of roofing tin, neat bugs made from old oil cans, neat tables from wainscoating and long spindles...<br /> i think this junk thing is spreading...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1721#post-23974 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 06:51:53 +0000 mcnaughton 23974@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What sells best for you? I have a number of small wood furniture that I want to sell at a community sale. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1709#post-23843 Fri, 27 May 2011 18:53:33 +0000 Callef 23843@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What do you all think would be the easiest method/products to use to reline an old suitcase? I've got two dark blue metal suitcases that are lined with paper, which is torn in spots and kind of smelly, so I'd like to give them fresh linings with either wallpaper or fabric. What kind of glue would be best? I have a BUNCH of projects to do to get things ready for my new booth, so I want to make it quick &#38; easy! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1722#post-23978 Wed, 08 Jun 2011 14:54:46 +0000 Gia2366 23978@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I will be in the Denver/Winter Park area in July and would like to go to some junk stores. Also was looking at the Mile High Flea Market but don't want to go if it's pricey or mostly new stuff. We have that here in Houston at our Trader's Village and it just doesn't interest me. Anyway, if you know of some great places, let me know. Gia </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1720#post-23967 Tue, 07 Jun 2011 17:27:03 +0000 dianeinthevalley 23967@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So somewhere I saw someone turn a hutch into a tv cabinet. How would you mount a flat screen or would you just sit it in the hutch part? I don't remember where I saw it but have been looking for a hutch for a while. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1714#post-23897 Thu, 02 Jun 2011 05:23:12 +0000 junxtaposition 23897@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i got a big box of old faucet or valve handles...i know people make flowers out of them....anyone have pics...or other ideas??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1713#post-23890 Wed, 01 Jun 2011 07:10:32 +0000 gigi 23890@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>read story on yahoo.com this morning about "phonehenge house" ....i won't go heavy into description but it's a creation a man built and now they want him to tear it down.<br /> he "junktified" a house from utility poles, beams, etc...being a former telephone tech no doubt inspired his work/love and the desire to "recycle" the poles.<br /> they're trying to petition for it to stay but they also say he may face jail time, fines, etc.<br /> the home has been there for years...why the sudden need to get rid of it, i guess i don't understand?<br /> what do you think of this and what would you do if you created/junktified something and was forced to dismantle/remove it?? on your own land?<br /> i realize there are eyesores....we all have that neighbor down the road :) but....something inspired, recycled, functional???<br /> i just think it's wrong...it's his art!!</p> <p>please add thoughts!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1701#post-23761 Sun, 22 May 2011 10:28:30 +0000 lucylou1 23761@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What kind of projects will you be working on? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1716#post-23912 Fri, 03 Jun 2011 03:47:35 +0000 treasurehuntress 23912@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi, I just stumbled upon this site a few days ago and I have learned so much already! 2 days ago I was dumpster-diving and found about 50 notebooks full of beautiful carpet samples in various sizes. Any suggestions on how to use them creatively? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1711#post-23880 Tue, 31 May 2011 13:41:51 +0000 klibb 23880@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am looking for examples of planters, shelving,or anything else to make from my old stockade fencing. I know I have seen things made from it, but can't find anything now that I am replacing my old fence and will have 29 sections of used fence. I thought I would make "something " out of it and try to sell it. but there is the problem.....what to make. I am very crafty, so I do not need much more than a picture. Anyone out there able to help? Thank you for your help in advance. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1712#post-23882 Tue, 31 May 2011 15:14:55 +0000 sweet-tickle 23882@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am looking to buy a house that has existing tile in the kitchen. I want to paint it that vintage black and white but want it to look worn.,,,the more you walk on it the more worn it becomes....how do I do that? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1705#post-23810 Tue, 24 May 2011 20:02:57 +0000 Mona Kay at Home 23810@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi everyone! Sorry I've been absent so long, I have a new day job &#38; it's really cutting into my junking time! I hope everyone is doing well.</p> <p>Does anyone have any ideas on the best way to ship furniture? I have a customer asking me to ship a bedside table, and while until now I have sold my furniture for pick up only, I told this customer I would check it out. I don't trust Staples - they don't know how to pack, especially large items. Anyone have any experience with this??</p> <p>Thanks!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1706#post-23821 Wed, 25 May 2011 18:15:59 +0000 Peony 23821@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Anybody go to them? Any thoughts? I mean real world, not what you see on tv. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1710#post-23846 Sat, 28 May 2011 05:11:15 +0000 LuAnn 23846@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What's everyone up to this weekend?? Any junking, ES, GS, etc?? Daughter and SIL out of town with Paige so no barbeques. There are a couple of ES in the area. Will probably go to the titled "hoarders ES". Looks promising!! Hopeing to get into the garden--the heaven's have been leaking quite a bit lately so no chance to get out there. The weatherman states "HOT" Sunday and Monday. Feast or famine???</p> <p>Have a good weekend with what ever you're going.</p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1707#post-23822 Wed, 25 May 2011 19:10:03 +0000 pummica 23822@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Not to bad I guess. It's a lot fuller then the pic makes it look. Hopefully the pic will post.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1688#post-23641 Tue, 17 May 2011 07:22:56 +0000 gigi 23641@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>ever get anything...free, bought, bartered, etc.<br /> keep it around for years (literally)<br /> you love it, want to use it but......<br /> never do because you just don't know what spectacular thing to convert it to?<br /> i'm in that dilemma quite often!!</p> <p>i've been purging and finding things all over the home...some have finally met their perfect marriage and i see why the wait...others i've priced for upcoming garage sales because i'm clueless as to "what" should/can be done with it! (?)</p> <p>example: purchased a beautiful wooden chair already missing cane seat about 25 yrs ago at fleamarket, never used until last yr for flowers outside....why? didn't want to chance ruining it with weather even tho it cost me like 3 or 4 bucks!! </p> <p>another question....would that make me a cheapo or frugal or juntifiable? lol :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1702#post-23768 Sun, 22 May 2011 14:09:41 +0000 pummica 23768@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I got about 40 handkerchiefs at a auction the other day and am wondering if anyone has some good ideas for them? Some are white with nice pretty lace edging and some are bright colors with flower prints and such. I have seen where people frame them and hang them on the wall. Any ideas would be great! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1708#post-23835 Fri, 27 May 2011 06:30:10 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 23835@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>im hoping i wont be the only one to see steampunk robot heads in the old junk carburators i bought....they are so cool...i wish i could weld...anyway they are out for sale and waiting for the right person.....<br /> PICTURES HERE.... <a href="http://WWW.MAGPIECOTTAGE.BLOGSPOT.COM" rel="nofollow">WWW.MAGPIECOTTAGE.BLOGSPOT.COM</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1692#post-23679 Wed, 18 May 2011 06:25:22 +0000 artgirlraleigh 23679@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello, all--first let me introduce myself. I'm Amy Flynn, I'm new to this community, but I first met Ki when she interviewed me for a story here, and then for Flea Market Style. I make FOBOTs (Found Object Robots) which I sell at art festivals across the country. Well, nearly across--I'm in Raleigh, NC, and have gone as far west as Denver. Anyway, my robots--which you can see at <a href="http://www.ifobot.com--are" rel="nofollow">www.ifobot.com--are</a> made out of cool vintage junk like tins, cameras, lamp parts, wrenches, hardware...I could go on. I'm always looking for new places to find materials, and I was wondering if anyone out there has any suggestions. In particular, I'm going to be spending some time between shows next month in the Chicago area, and then in Colorado, and I'd love to find some new places to look for parts. But I'm doing shows in Reston VA, Columbus OH, Des Moines IA, and St. Louis MO as well, and we just love to stop at antique malls, flea markets and such on our drives. Sadly, the art festivals are always on weekends, so weekend flea markets are not a possibility, Any thoughts? Thanks in advance---Amy </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1700#post-23752 Sun, 22 May 2011 03:06:53 +0000 SecondHandRosie 23752@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If so, those of us who have antique shops/booths, etc. are in TROUBLE! LOL</p> <p>My daughter had a garage sale yesterday and she had a lot of cute, decorative type items priced very reasonably.</p> <p>What did she mostly sell? Shoes, pots and pans, clothing and small pieces of furniture and appliances!</p> <p>Makes me wonder if the economy taking such a turn for the worse is making people buy a lot of essentials as cheaply as they can and forsaking all the little "extras" that we all thrive on?</p> <p>Excuse probably the longest sentence I've ever written! LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1134#post-17216 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 06:54:58 +0000 kimmykat 17216@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I picked up a bag of these in MS on vacation and can't remember what the little ole lady said they were--did a search on ebay and couldn't come up with anything like them. They aren't jello molds, tart or candy molds...... I am not done playing with them ...this is the first angel...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1704#post-23776 Sun, 22 May 2011 16:57:38 +0000 pummica 23776@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So I got a few box of miss. stuff at a auction yesterday and at the bottom of one box I found a large ziplock bag full of what has to be about 80 old credit cards. Not sure why someone would put these in a sale but whatever. Anyone have any bright ideas of something I can make out of them??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1697#post-23729 Sat, 21 May 2011 07:38:59 +0000 ohmycreations 23729@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have 6 antique T-back oak chairs with laminated fabric seats. One chair is an arm chair. Any thoughts of how to creatively reuse these either as a bench or use the T-back parts? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1686#post-23625 Mon, 16 May 2011 19:02:05 +0000 lucylou1 23625@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My creative juices have come to a stand still! What is everyone working on these days? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1698#post-23733 Sat, 21 May 2011 09:19:37 +0000 Peony 23733@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've been stuck in the house all week taking care of a sick hubby and a sick dog. So yesterday, I was finally able to get out and find a subdivision garage sale. WOO HOO!! But even though I stopped at about 12 sales in the sub, I didn't find a stinkin' thing. :-(</p> <p>One lady asked what I was looking for and I told her I wanted old t shirts. She said she had recently cut out all the logos from her kids t shirts to make pillows and comforters and thrown the rest away. I told her that I can't use the logos. I want the part she threw out. Just goes to show that one person's trash is another person's treasure. </p> <p>Oh well. More money to spend when I find something I really want.</p> <p>Anybody find anything good this weekend? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1695#post-23717 Fri, 20 May 2011 11:19:50 +0000 huggybear38 23717@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/news/national/family-finds-%2445%2C000-in-new-home%2C-then-returns-it" rel="nofollow">http://www.wcpo.com/dpp/news/national/family-finds-%2445%2C000-in-new-home%2C-then-returns-it</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1693#post-23705 Thu, 19 May 2011 11:33:31 +0000 cheryldh 23705@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have heard that you can melt stems of wine bottles to twist them also need to know if it is possible to drill a hole at the bottle for an electrical cord. Is any of this possible? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1694#post-23708 Thu, 19 May 2011 14:14:46 +0000 Betsyofsisterstreasures 23708@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If anyone on this site is planning to attend the World's Longest Garage Sale this summer, I just saw on their Facebook site that HGTV is going to be filming a story about it and is looking for some garage sale seekers -- perhaps this could be your claim to fame (junker fame that is!). Here's there posting and I'll include the link. I planned to go this year but circumstances have changed and I won't be able to go. Here's the article and the link:</p> <p>"HGTV is Looking for Outgoing Yard Sale Shoppers attending the World’s Longest Yard Sale!by World's Longest Yard Sale - The 127 Corridor Sale on Wednesday, May 18, 2011 at 11:42am<br /> HGTV's Endless Yard Sale will be back filming this year's one-hour special and we're looking for fun, energetic shoppers ready to compete in the ultimate shopping showdown.</p> <p>If you will be shopping 'til you drop between Chattanooga, TN, and Jamestown, KY, on August 4th-7th, 2011, and you have enough personality to share with the nation, e-mail us the details. We want to know your mission, who you will be shopping with, and what you love about the "World's Longest Yard Sale". Please include a photo of yourself.</p> <p>We are casting NOW, so please don’t wait!! You can send your email to: <a href="mailto:127sale@gmail.com">127sale@gmail.com</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/shabbyblogs#" rel="nofollow">http://www.facebook.com/shabbyblogs#</a>!/notes/worlds-longest-yard-sale-the-127-corridor-sale/hgtv-is-looking-for-outgoing-yard-sale-shoppers-attending-the-worlds-longest-yar/10150183964532894" </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1691#post-23667 Tue, 17 May 2011 17:14:36 +0000 SecondHandRosie 23667@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anybody else noticed that these are getting really really popular all over again? I have two ladies who have a shop here in town and they will buy almost any of my things that fall under the three categories in the topic title.</p> <p>I immediately think of them when I find goodies of these kinds.</p> <p>How about you? Any stories? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1684#post-23589 Sun, 15 May 2011 09:29:49 +0000 robolady 23589@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Copied from JB blog:</p> <p>Online marketplace giant Etsy.com is partnering with the Junk Bonanza to promote Etsy Vintage!</p> <p>Among the exciting upshots of this news: Etsy will feature an online shopping gallery jointly curated by Bonanza and Etsy vendors!</p> <p>Look for Ki's guest editorial post on Etsy's blog in August, and inclusion of the Bonanza on Etsy's events calendar.</p> <p>Finally, Etsy also plans to send a team to appear at the Bonanza!</p> <p>A perfect partnership is launched!</p> <p>Woo Hoo, this is great news!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1680#post-23539 Thu, 12 May 2011 18:20:52 +0000 debapaka 23539@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have this old park bench similar to the one (photo) posted does anyone have any ideas what to reuse them for?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1677#post-23479 Tue, 10 May 2011 19:09:43 +0000 Peony 23479@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I inherited a ComposTumbler and I love it! It makes composting sooo easy and I get a batch of rich, black dirt about every two weeks. But if anyone is interested in starting to compost on a small scale, it's really easy to use an old galvanized garbage can, poke some drainage holes in the bottom, and you're good to go.</p> <p>Toss about an equal mix of green (fresh clippings, kitchen produce waste, etc) and brown (dried leaves, paper shredding, etc) in the can, pop the lid on and roll it around a little every day. Check now and then to see if you need to add a little water. </p> <p>I love having rich dirt all summer. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1672#post-23452 Mon, 09 May 2011 12:21:25 +0000 huggybear38 23452@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We finally had some days with no rain and I was able to get out and look at my garden, with my shoulder , can't do much yet.. but just wanted to check out my roses and other flowers .. all doing good we even have some onions from last year growing very well. and also a nice size Basil plant is growing too.. Roses have lots of buds and most of these roses are ones I bought at Lowes 50 t0 75 % off. they looked like they were dead , but had a little green so I took them home and they are doing just great. this is their second year. have to get some new items for my gardens as I did not take any of them inside last year.. but my glass totem is still great and so are my bowling gazing balls doing good. It was a great Mothers Day.. hope all had the same.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1687#post-23627 Mon, 16 May 2011 19:27:04 +0000 dianeinthevalley 23627@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Help! I need centerpieces for a cancer fund raiser. They have to be black and purple. Any ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1689#post-23644 Tue, 17 May 2011 08:22:23 +0000 SecondHandRosie 23644@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anybody seen the cute nursery wreaths that are wrapped/covered with afghans or baby blankets? I think they use the foam forms for the wreaths. Just wondering if anybody had done any of them and if so, how did they turn out? Do you have a link or a photo to share? Thanx! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1685#post-23590 Sun, 15 May 2011 09:39:44 +0000 robolady 23590@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Yesterday one of the Antique Malls I'm at had out spring fling event.<br /> They like to have me at the checkout because, frankly, I'm ultra fast on the calculator, due to 30 years in bookkeeping. So I happily man my post with junking pleasure.</p> <p>standing at my usual spot behind the check out, with my back to the window and parking lot I hear this crash. No, first I see a reaction on my helpers face of shock and sucking air. As I turn I hear the loudest crashing noise and look to see a car coming right at me. By the time I realized what was going on, It was over. </p> <p>Fortunately the car came to a stop just a few feet from the building and myself. Partially because of a high curb and also because of a very strategically placed metal school desk, which did not come out of this as well as I did.</p> <p>Had those two things not been in place, I might not be here today, or at least I'd be worse for wear and maybe leg-less, or worse.</p> <p>There were 3 of us in the path of this wayward automobile at the time, and one gal had just been sitting in one of the chairs outside, IN, the stopping zone of the vehicle. She had just gotten up to take something to her car.</p> <p>After that we all were a bit in shock but were able to laugh about it for the rest of the day.</p> <p>The driver was an elderly woman and she did not appear to have been drinking. The cops came, and gave her the all clear to drive home. She was extremely embarrassed,and will have to pay to the damage to the building and porch, but that is just stuff. We are so glad nobody was sitting in her path at the time.</p> <p>Next time, I'll be parking in that spot so that I don't have to worry about what might be coming at my back. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1682#post-23573 Sat, 14 May 2011 10:18:33 +0000 nabstacker 23573@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just purchased 8 old screen doors, complete with peeling paint, old hardware etc... I was going to take them apart and make signs with the panels. Any ideas as to what i might do with the complete door? This is my first time on the site, it is awsome. Hope you ladies don't mind if an almost 50 fella invades your site. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1683#post-23578 Sat, 14 May 2011 13:16:48 +0000 cntryquiltlady 23578@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am wondering how many years or what makes an item considered an antique? I have seen items that I have not felt like were that "old' that others called antiques. Would like to hear your opinion. thank you! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1675#post-23468 Tue, 10 May 2011 13:03:33 +0000 lucylou1 23468@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm doing my first EVER outdoor fair and I'm having trouble coming up with creative ideas to display. I have Garden Totems, both that sit on the ground and the ones that go on a piece of pipe, "Dripping" Teapots, and a variety of flowers planted in various unique containers and also Garden Chair Planters, which will take care of themselves. Any advice would be so greatly appreciated! Thanks!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1681#post-23557 Fri, 13 May 2011 14:32:53 +0000 huggybear38 23557@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Do any of you gals have in your shops any McCoy Cookie Jars.. one of my girls at work is looking for one.. you can let me know.. Thanks<br /> Huggybear... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1679#post-23491 Wed, 11 May 2011 05:05:42 +0000 dianeinthevalley 23491@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Blossom is one of our most eloquent writers on this blog. She always has a story that will inspire and/or amuse. Queen of dumpster diving where have you gone? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1676#post-23475 Tue, 10 May 2011 17:41:01 +0000 momlvcntrt 23475@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>think i am finally getting the hang of this 'blog thing' and now im getting really excited. i am asking if everyone interested would take a look and let me know what you all think. please be honest, i have come accross so many wouderful and crazy blogs i am reall excited about this ....thank u all...........woops guess i could tell u where to find it...............stupid me..............rust2lace.blogspot.com </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1678#post-23483 Tue, 10 May 2011 20:34:03 +0000 petals 23483@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was on my way to pick up lunch today when I saw this on the curb! Trash day is this weekend and someone set this out! I called the person and asked if I could have it! They couldn't understand why I would want it! It is about 5 feet long and super sturdy! It is now on our front porch! I love it!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1673#post-23462 Mon, 09 May 2011 19:28:29 +0000 junkernewbie 23462@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>hey guys - I'm having my first linky party &#38; would love it if you would come over &#38; join me! It's going on all this week (ending Sunday 5/15). I'm calling it "Krylon Kapers" and it's your chance to show off any project you've done using spray paint (doesn't have to be Krylon).</p> <p><a href="http://junkernewbie.blogspot.com/2011/05/krylon-kapers-kickoff.html" rel="nofollow">http://junkernewbie.blogspot.com/2011/05/krylon-kapers-kickoff.html</a></p> <p>thank you!<br /> Stephanie<br /> "Junker Newbie" </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1668#post-23431 Fri, 06 May 2011 20:46:31 +0000 Callef 23431@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just found out I've been selected to receive tickets! Woohoo - I am so excited!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1670#post-23435 Sat, 07 May 2011 13:49:54 +0000 daisytoad 23435@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?ct=reset" rel="nofollow">http://maps.google.com/maps?ct=reset</a></p> <p>Here is the general direction of my travel, the exact route hasn't been established, but would love to have some memorable stops (fleamarkets, junkers paradises) along the way....any suggestions? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1671#post-23440 Sat, 07 May 2011 23:11:59 +0000 Ray 23440@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am Illinois (downstate). I am interested in the collectibles business( Junk if you will). But how do I get started? Do i rent a booth do I do garage/yard sales?</p> <p>Any advice is appreciated.</p> <p>Thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1669#post-23434 Sat, 07 May 2011 10:37:47 +0000 Leveta 23434@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Happy Mothers Day to all you wonderful Ladies... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1666#post-23395 Thu, 05 May 2011 11:52:35 +0000 Peony 23395@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Do you get emails from estatesales.net? I get one every Thursday that shows estate sales in our area. Since our local newspapers are folding fast, it's often the only way I know where they are.</p> <p>There are two this weekend that I was notified about. One is in West Bloomfield and the other in Bloomfield Hills. If you're interested and can't get the info at their site, let me know and I'll send it to you. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1611#post-22607 Fri, 25 Mar 2011 14:08:02 +0000 ladydianab 22607@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I went down to my booth today at the antique mall (I am so lucky that "antique" is a loose term) and with the new items added I also removed a couple of items that have been there since November. Now I am wondering what I am going to do with them. I don't know if I should re-purpose and put back in or just take to Goodwill/Salvation Army, Or try again later. Any advice on how long to let an item "live"? Have you ever put an item on Ebay/Etsy/Craigslist after its time in the mall? Just wondering.</p> <p>thanks, diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1600#post-22413 Thu, 17 Mar 2011 08:31:09 +0000 The Farmers Wife 22413@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am allover the web reading ALL kinds of junk, vintage, crafting, home decor, mom, etc, etc, etc blogs and I keep seeing blog parties/events that they plan to get together and meet each other, network, learn, etc. It seems I hear about a lot out west.</p> <p>Is this something any of you would be willing to try? I know that we are not all located in the same area, but we if put our heads together maybe we could have 2-3 throughout the country?? like "Junk Revolution Blog Bonanza 2011" ??? :) I would love to meet some of you and benefit from everyone's expertise!!!</p> <p>I have a millions things on my plate, but could easily add another! (ha!) I could look into putting something together for the Iowa-Nebraska-Missouri-Illinois-Minnesota crowd...</p> <p>Input, please!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1665#post-23384 Wed, 04 May 2011 19:22:03 +0000 lovecrafting 23384@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found this table base at a YS for 3$ and decided it really needed a cool top. the base is all pegged together (no nails). I decoupaged old french textbook pages on the top.Waited a day for that to dry. Then polyurethaned over the decoupage. Had to let it cure for 72 hours then used Briwax to age the decoupaged top. Added trim around the top and finally it was finished. I had the piece of glass for the top so that dictated the size I cut the top. One of my favorite pieces I have done so far but alas it must go into the new booth I am opening June 1.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1664#post-23348 Mon, 02 May 2011 11:08:22 +0000 The Farmers Wife 23348@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I had my spring sale over the weekend and had people showing up 15-30 minutes early. I told them that they could shop but could not purchase until 5:00 BECAUSE I had told others 'no early sales.' My ad also stated that there would be no early sales. Am I wrong to do this???? They did not seem offened, but it really flustered me as I was still finshing up getting everything ready!</p> <p>This has been a problem before, I even had a woman an hour early at my fall sale!</p> <p>The biggest obstacle is that my sale is outdoors, so no real door to open/close...</p> <p>I posted a request and an explanation for upcoming sales on my blog...I would love if it any of you would stop over there and read it and tell me what you think --- maybe even leave a comment if you agree with me, to show my customers that I need their respect and understanding...</p> <p>thanks...<br /> <a href="http://www.thefarmerswifeiniowa.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.thefarmerswifeiniowa.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1661#post-23307 Sun, 01 May 2011 04:28:14 +0000 gigi 23307@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>picked up some at yard sale (the smaller, saucer type with the multiple holes) any cute ideas?<br /> i don't want the "candy dish"..."hens and chicks planter" type of ideas that are common....i want to try something way different but my mind is in neutral.....HELP!! :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1587#post-22300 Fri, 11 Mar 2011 20:40:52 +0000 ladydianab 22300@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know that most of us have to work a shift at the antique mall but I am wondering how much time do you put in your booth? I added more items today and sadly I noticed that more people have left the mall. I try to go at least once a week but am wondering if I need to be present more often. I would like to interact with "customers" and see if that would help sales. I am not sure though what I would do if I were there though. My booth is pretty small so I can't really hang out in it.</p> <p>diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1658#post-23294 Fri, 29 Apr 2011 20:35:26 +0000 SommersBreeze 23294@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi, I see the the Junk Bonanza blog asks for the vendor profiles to be sent in...can anyone tell me where I could get a form?? Should I have received one in the mail or email?<br /> And should I have receive the peel offs already?<br /> thank you,<br /> Lisa </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1663#post-23321 Sun, 01 May 2011 13:25:37 +0000 gigi 23321@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>spring holds many annual(nearby)town sales. hit one saturday and was a bit (ok....alot)....let down.<br /> not even my usual enthusiasm for sales cheered me up!! seems alot of "junk" was laid out, ridiculously high priced items or low priced/low end items. :(<br /> police blocked off nearly every street and when they weren't driving by in cruisers here they came on bikes, patroling!! there was only about 1/3 of the sales as last yr not to mention the nearest potty stop on that end of town boasted ONE porta-pot!! (cross legs tightly, folks!) that also, down from last yr as well!<br /> i was so unimpressed that after 3 streets i told my husband i was ready to go.....after he recovered from fainting, we went to the rummage sale at the church to buy some perennials....which made my trip worth it...FINALLY!!<br /> parking was ridiculous, it was centralized and you had to walk for miles to get from one sale to another or so it seemed. i really worried about the older folks or those who had a disablility...they should have had something to assist them.<br /> all i heard was complaining each and every place we stopped...about parking/prices/selection/sales in progress/potty access, etc....many were as unimpressed!!<br /> seemed hardly anyone was selling or buying a thing.<br /> it made me come home and evaluate (and re-evaluate) if i wanted to bother with my own annual street garage sale...I still am not sure if i'll call in the donation wagon or try to have one.<br /> how is your area sales going?? same or better?? just wondering </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1653#post-23221 Mon, 25 Apr 2011 07:14:07 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 23221@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>im looking for a fun mothers day promotion for the store....we sell lots of garden s tuff around that time....any ideas for me? thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1649#post-23158 Wed, 20 Apr 2011 22:45:40 +0000 Prior 23158@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Thought these were cute and funny, too.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1660#post-23301 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 12:43:12 +0000 copperhead 23301@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found a very rusty old Beware of the Dog sign in the trash pile - it can barely be read. Any ideas for it? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1662#post-23310 Sun, 01 May 2011 06:30:07 +0000 huggybear38 23310@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Okay JB friends, I went to the quarter auction last night and it was awesome, turn out was great, and they ended up making over $1,500.00 for the Mission Trip.. I myself won a watch and a gift Cert. for $50.00 to a very nice resturant close by.. there were all kinds of things to bid on.. from perfume, books, music CDs , Cincinnati REd Tickets, Zoo passes, jewery, all kinds of gift cert for food, Kroger gift cards, gas cards, home depot cards, just about anything you can think of and most of them went for a bid of a quarter or the most would be 3 quarters.. My daughter and her husband and all their helpers did a great job.. so keep in mind this is a great fund raiser...and fun for all, </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1659#post-23296 Sat, 30 Apr 2011 06:54:27 +0000 huggybear38 23296@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Okay all your JB friends.. I just have to share with you ... I saw something I have not seen in a long time today.. it was awesome, it was bright and shiny and oh ever so warm.... know what it was?????<br /> YOU GOT IT.. .......&quot; THE SUN &quot; YAHOOOOOO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! HERE IS BACKYARD WITH OHIO RIVER IN IT AND HERE IS THE BACK YARD WHEN NICE AND SUNNY AND GREEN GRASS lol</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1657#post-23257 Wed, 27 Apr 2011 12:22:08 +0000 TESIE 23257@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am helping our youth raise money for their youth conference. I have decided to have people pay a small fee to set-up and sale their items that day. There will be yard sale items, vendors selling products, flea marketers type of sale. I was trying to come up with a catchy title/name that people will know it is a yard sale/ flea market type of sale. Just didn't want to call it the typical rummage sale/flea market...not that there's anything wrong with rummage sales I live for them.lol So any ideas and suggestions would the GREATLY appreciated. Thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1627#post-22860 Wed, 06 Apr 2011 13:54:22 +0000 abilene 22860@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello everyone! I just recently came across this forum and was so excited! I don't have a website or a blog page but I could give you some info about myself. </p> <p>I am extreme crafter and usually have about 5 projects going on at one time. I love to sew all the way to reusing odds and ends to make a project. I can attach some photos of things I've recently done but hesitant; since I'm extremely new here. </p> <p>I'm looking forward to learning new things and being able to share some ticks I may know to help others along! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1656#post-23255 Wed, 27 Apr 2011 09:43:57 +0000 quigley 23255@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does anyone know of any good flea markets near Delaware/Philly. Or good flea markets. I've exhausted my options and would love some good recommendations for new places to check out </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1655#post-23251 Wed, 27 Apr 2011 06:17:25 +0000 Meadowview Farm 23251@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As if a new job, tornado hitting the farm, &#38; life in general were not enough(insert smile here)--- I am readying for my annual Spring Barn Sale.</p> <p>It is coming up ever so fast: May 14 &#38; 15.</p> <p>With an easy location just off I94 20 minutes south of Eau Claire, Wisconsin...we are 1.5 hours from the Twin Cities -- 2.5 hours from Madison. </p> <p>Hop over to my blog for all the details.</p> <p> <a href="http://www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com</a></p> <p>Now -- pardon me as I get to work :0) Kari</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=972#post-15144 Mon, 04 Jan 2010 17:25:36 +0000 morninglori 15144@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Okay, the holidays are over and we are back on track for our garden show and sale for mid June. My friend and I do a trash to treasure type of sale, garden oriented using old and some new things. We have our sale right in her garden and are into our 4th year. Right now I am thinking OMG only 6 months and millions of things to do! Somehow it all works out. Here are a few pics to get the feel.... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1654#post-23235 Tue, 26 Apr 2011 10:22:23 +0000 lucylou1 23235@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have garden chair planters, garden totems, birdfeeders, etc and am wondering if any of you have ever had an open house to sell your items? If so, how did you advertise? It would be outside but I don't want it to sound like a garage sale. Hope I'm making sense, any ideas??? Thanks so much!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1652#post-23206 Sun, 24 Apr 2011 15:54:28 +0000 Leveta 23206@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Could you ladies give me any ideal on how to go about having something like a funraiser tea. TY... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1651#post-23191 Sat, 23 Apr 2011 10:44:28 +0000 Leveta 23191@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Happy Easter to all you wonderful ladies...May God Bless your lives Richly this Easter season and always... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=680#post-11168 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 07:38:01 +0000 daisytoad 11168@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm looking for some new flea markets and sales to shop at, what are your faves? and when are they? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1647#post-23133 Wed, 20 Apr 2011 07:40:19 +0000 Power Tool Diva 23133@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>On one of my many travels through the flea markets, yard sales and &quot;dumpsters....okay, I said it, I found two beaten up vintage projectors. The were both laying under piles of rusty ole junk, I mean &quot;treasure&quot;. I was immediately drawn to the idea that this was once a much loved machine,considered at the time to be high-tech. Now with the dvd age, projectors are no longer necessary for entainment. </p> <p>Part of what we do as junk-rehabilitators is bring back to life the discards of the past. As I saw those two projectors in that rusty pile, I know I HAD to take them home and create something marvelous. Quick....get the CRASH cart, cpr needed. Well, actually a metal drill bit. I drilled through the base, added a lamp rod, harp and socket and viola.....a killer lamp. For an extra touch, I stitched a lampshade out of a vintage bank deposit bag. </p> <p>It turnedout better than I could have imagined. Now the sad part, it's going in the shop! The Robin's Nest is part of Chartreuse and co in Frederick, MD. We hold a once monthly barn sale. I get all monthlong to fall in love with my creations, only to turn around and put them up for adoption. Just one of these days I WILL keep a piece! One day!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1625#post-22837 Tue, 05 Apr 2011 11:21:02 +0000 The Farmers Wife 22837@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey all ~~</p> <p>I am struggling with some major decisions in my life...Basically, I am considering leaving the somewhat secure world of teaching to do some counseling/case work part time and junk &#38; create the rest of the time.</p> <p>I want to know from all of you -- where do you think this is headed?? I know that I personally have experienced a lot of growth in my business in the last 2-3 years. I feel like junk/vintage/upcycle/recycle is growing by leaps and bounds. People of all walks of life seem to appreciate it. </p> <p>But, what do all of you think? Especially those of you that do this full time -- is it worth it? Will people be loving junk forever???</p> <p>The part time counseling that I am looking at actually pays pretty well and I think I could make up the rest with junking. I am just burnt out on teaching. I have been for awhile. I want to do something that makes ME happy. </p> <p>Advice, please. Don't be shy! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1644#post-23100 Sun, 17 Apr 2011 20:43:52 +0000 Kate2348 23100@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does anyone have any ideas for what could be done with this antique metal fireplace? I like the look of it, but other than putting flowers in it and on top of it, I'm stuck. Does anyone have any ideas?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1650#post-23170 Thu, 21 Apr 2011 12:48:46 +0000 Jeannine 23170@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I loved the projector lamps and bank deposit bags. The bags are all over blogs and magazines. I don't know where to buy them, though. My husband did find one-type bag, good graphics. But, I didn't want a pillow or slipcover that I didn't know to be clean. Who knew where it might have been! So, after it went in the wash most of the graphics were gone. </p> <p>Will someone tell me where to find these neat graphic bags? Thanks. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1646#post-23128 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 20:25:07 +0000 Karla 23128@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi to all, new junker here. I just posted my blog on &quot;Teddy Relationships&quot; <a href="http://remixedstitches.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://remixedstitches.blogspot.com/</a> Ki suggested I try the Junk Revolution community to see if anyone had information on these Teddy Bears that have joined my family. I know that they were made by Hermann,made from mohair, limited editions,and of high quality. I'd love to know how old they are and what the retail price was for them. I bought them at an estate sale.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1648#post-23157 Wed, 20 Apr 2011 22:45:36 +0000 Prior 23157@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Thought these were cute and funny, too.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1645#post-23123 Tue, 19 Apr 2011 15:06:47 +0000 jillruth 23123@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I picked up this Alden sewing machine at an auction about a month ago and was wondering if anyone knew about the quality of this brand. It runs but the wiring is shot (dangerous!). I don't want to put money into it if it isn't a good brand. The feed dogs lower though and I'd love to have an extra sewing machine. Copperhead? aren't you the sewing machine expert?<br /> Thanks in advance for any help you all can give me!</p> <p>ALSO, I'm having a little giveaway on my blog, (you don't need to have a blog to enter). <a href="http://www.jillruth.com" rel="nofollow">www.jillruth.com</a></p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1635#post-22953 Sat, 09 Apr 2011 20:54:22 +0000 ksjunker 22953@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi everyone I am Mike AKA ksjunker, I am new to the site. So far I like the site, reading of some of your exploits. I am a junk man and have been my whole life. Of course the wife calls it hording (lol). My wife and I like to repurpose things. I am attaching a couple of pictures. The coffee table is actually a redwood hatchery. The quilt rack is made from trim removed from a house that was being torn down. The curtain hooks are from the same house they are rosettes. </p> <p>I would like to see some of the things you have transformed into a new useable item. Please post lots and lots of pictures.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1643#post-23099 Sun, 17 Apr 2011 20:19:19 +0000 Callef 23099@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi all,<br /> I saw an ad on Craigslist that another antique mall in the town where I have my booth has dealer spaces available. It's only a couple of blocks from where I am (my mall has no spaces available right now &#38; has a LONG waiting list). I've been giving thought for some time to adding another booth, and I'd love to hear any advice on the pros &#38; cons. I'm thinking the more space I have, the more money I can make, because I always have more stuff here at home than I have room for in my booth at any one time. I'm going to check it out tomorrow or Wednesday and see what this other place is like and how much the rent is. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1641#post-23070 Sat, 16 Apr 2011 06:58:04 +0000 huggybear38 23070@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was a web site where they took a $29.99 chest from Ikea and painted black added some gold paint stencils and new pulls and it looks like a million bucks.. not sure where I saw it.. but you get this certain chest and it is only $29.oo for Ikea and paint it Black and add a touch of gold stencil and pulls has three drawers in it and when you are done it looks like it has six drawers.. pretty cool I will try and find the photo.. it was a awesome turn around. the org. chest is unpainted and they took primer and then spray painted it shiny black. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1639#post-23020 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:56:09 +0000 mcnaughton 23020@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know a lot of you sell your junk on Ebay. Did you know they are changing their fee basis. They are going to collect fees based on the final price AND the shipping cost. I could scream. This is very punitive when you are shipping something heavy or a long distance. Also, you get dinged when a customer wants expedited shipping. Won't you complain to them with me? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1631#post-22915 Fri, 08 Apr 2011 09:44:27 +0000 huggybear38 22915@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I THOUGHT YOU ALL MIGHT WANT TO SEE MY DAUGHTER'S COLLECTION OF MCCOY POTTERY. I BELIEVE SHE HAS ABOUT 30O PIECES NOW.. THEY HAVE THEIR OWN CLOSET.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1637#post-23017 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:18:59 +0000 copperhead 23017@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What is the most un-inspiring junk you can think of?</p> <p>chip board furniture?<br /> plastic anything?<br /> used vinyl siding?<br /> dead Easter baskets?</p> <p>do we need pictures???? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1638#post-23019 Wed, 13 Apr 2011 13:25:48 +0000 copperhead 23019@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Folks, do you think we could come up with a hundred uses/re-uses for Old five Gallon Buckets??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1630#post-22913 Fri, 08 Apr 2011 08:41:42 +0000 vicxstar 22913@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi, I am new here, too! I got the address from my copy of flea market style. I have been a flea market addict for 30 years. I love it. My late husband used to give me $50 (which was alot to us)each Saturday to spend at the flea market and I would not go home until I spent the last nickel! I still have a lot of it stored, as I moved and was not able to bring my stuff with me--I miss it so much!</p> <p>I currently live in Macon, Georgia, hoping to return to my hometown of Augusta, Georgia in the not too distant future, but like it here in Macon, another sleepy southern city!</p> <p>I used to rescue junk from the curbside every week, until I ran out of room. I went to thrifts shops and yard sales to collect vintage collectibles to sell on eBay, which was fun, but labor intensive and I don't have the time now.</p> <p>I also am a crafter, I work at Michael's, but mostly I crochet lots now. </p> <p>Anyway, I love this site, everyone seems very nice and the ideas are great. I am looking forward to being part of the community! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1634#post-22949 Sat, 09 Apr 2011 17:02:55 +0000 LuAnn 22949@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>For what seems like ages it's finally been nice enough out to find some ES and GS. Today they took me back to my old childhood stomping grounds. Talk about memories all rushing back. Things I hadn't thought about in years. Beside all those memories I did pick up a few items--4 small doilies (to be glued to outside of vintage ball jars as luminaries), cold cream milk glass containers (to plant grass seed in for Easter), vintage salt shaker (for an angel), a whole container of old keys (not sure what to do with these yet but some kind of bling for book marks), and of course old children's LP's for the new grand daughter. Now it's time to scope out sales for tomorrow. Boy, junking how I've missed you!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1633#post-22929 Fri, 08 Apr 2011 16:43:39 +0000 mcnaughton 22929@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw a neat idea for an ottoman today. It was a box made of each side each having 2 rows of 2 license plates. The top was padded fabric and the legs were wooden bun feet. The license plates were completely rusted with no color showing. This was commercially created and was priced a whopping $376!!!!!!. I think there is a lot of creative options jumping off of this idea. What do you think? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=700#post-11610 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 07:23:35 +0000 huggybear38 11610@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If you go to <a href="http://www.Bellevue,Ky.com" rel="nofollow">www.Bellevue,Ky.com</a> and check out the web site and the calander listings you will see that this little River town is having an art and craft show on the 12th of Sept.. and so I will try and take some photos and post for you all.. there is usually some very different items.. one year they took wooden saw horses and dressed them up.. I know I have some old photos of them.. they then had a contest to see who did the best job.. some were dressed like police men.. some like local football player, some like doctor.. they were really cute and some were really awesome and so creative.they will have music , food and art work, just all kinds of things.. one lady makes dolls.. you know the ones that look like old ladies.. in fancy wild dresses..with feathers and all.. the faces are all old and wrinkled and have big eyes.. I will have to just dig out my photos they are sooo funny.. made mostly of cloth..the saw horses are just the old wooden kind that they use to block off streets etc.. Oh well just had to be there..LOL<br /> Huggy </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1636#post-22954 Sun, 10 Apr 2011 04:22:44 +0000 huggybear38 22954@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well we had our craft show, and it was huge, however, most of the folks there were just lookers and not buyers... half way thru the day we had hard rain showers so that slowed down customers.. our booth was large, infact I think we had way to much stuff . lots of items daughter and husband made.. wooden bunnies, chics, flags, hairbows, aprons, etc.. then we had my burp cloths, potato baker bags, tutus and diaper cakes.. we made enough to cover the cost of the booth .. but wish we could have done better, but it was the same with all the booths.. just folks looking and not spending..so I told you guys i would give you a report.. there were several jewelry booths, lots of crochet items, lots of sewn items, wooden items, candels, sweatshirts, books, dolls, candy, some plants for the garden, just about everything you could think of.. but just no buyers.. I am sure the school did well with concessions, and booth rentals etc. but not so sure the vendors did very good. and must say most of the items were very well made.. few were not so good. but most were of nice quality.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1196#post-17814 Sat, 24 Apr 2010 18:49:32 +0000 copperhead 17814@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We bought a very shabby cottage back in January. It is in dire need of a make over. We are starting it finally. DH is ready to tackle the leaky roof above a breeze way between the house and a garage on dry days. It LEAKS - really pours it in - like a funnel... So the breeze way has to have a new roof. Then I've been scraping broken up vinyl from it's floor. It is firmly stuck in places and come up easy in others. I am wanting to put scrap ceramic tile from other jobs in there. I have samples of all sorts, small bits and odd tiles - broken pieces. You name it - I have buckets of scrap. It just kind of was calling for something artsy in there. I'm thinking about 16 - 18 inch sections. Some sections will have big tiles and some will have a bunch of odd smaller tiles. Kind of a tile quilt. I am really good with the saw... LOL I love messing around with the tile. I did one out of slate scraps a few years ago - I did the whole entry way out for about $5 - I had to buy a couple tiles to fill in when I ran out...<br /> Any way my question right now is the doors. They are old. They are DIRTY, DIRTY, did I say DIRTY? white? They have a frame and one big single panel. The knobs have no paint left on them and some are somewhat rusted. The key hole plates are what I love - they are a triangle shape. Maybe clear coat them? So any advice where to look for ideas how to paint up my 8 doors? I am not a fabulous painter - my hubby has nightmares thinking about me with a paint brush. I think it started with some runny paint when I was painting under a porch 35 years ago;op I had paint all the way down my arm, into my bra, down the front and into my shoes and socks and on the ground. He hasn't FORGOTTEN that... He has been in to paint and remodeling for years and he is good at it but NO ONE has ever asked him to do something up shabby. He used to do those fancy smancy million dollar houses... I love shabby and this house is calling shabby to me... but not filthy... I need to show him what to look at. Where is it? I don't plan to strip the doors - just shabby them. AND NOT DIRTY WHITE!!! I'm not sure what color yet - maybe what ever Lowes has in the mark downs... Technique? I guess is what I'm asking. Is painting the center panel a different color shabby too? I freak him out if I can't show him what I want... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1589#post-22308 Sat, 12 Mar 2011 07:21:37 +0000 Meadowview Farm 22308@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am beginning to dip my toes into the world of Etsy. Have explored the site and set up a template for my own little shop....Meadowview Farm. Now, getting ready to "line the shelves".</p> <p>For you Etsy sellers or buyers -- what words of wisdom can you share?</p> <p>Thanks,<br /> Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1629#post-22898 Thu, 07 Apr 2011 14:59:15 +0000 VintageButterflyGirl 22898@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi all.<br /> I'm new to this lovely forum. :) And I am looking forward to prowling through all of the old posts and ideas.<br /> Currently I am trying to come up with the best ways to make my own outdoor "cement" statuary that is permanent and hopefully lightweight and non-freezable.<br /> I use the word "cement" loosely as I really don't care if it is cement that is actually used to make the statuary.<br /> Basically, I am looking for some kind of a recipe I can mix up that composes the following:<br /> Lightweight<br /> Easily moldable and fairly quick setting<br /> That I can treat, somehow, to make it hold up to our Pacific Northwest rains and 20 degree occasional winter freezing.<br /> I would like to hand craft some fountains, perhaps, or a few planters and hand made statues.<br /> Any ideas?<br /> Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1626#post-22858 Wed, 06 Apr 2011 13:13:42 +0000 sjenkins001 22858@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I would like to feature someone on my blog. I am looking for creative makeovers for a room, furniture or anything creative. If anyone is interested just shoot me an e mail that can be found on my blog. I would love to hear from you. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1628#post-22865 Wed, 06 Apr 2011 15:53:43 +0000 ladydianab 22865@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have discovered that, at my Antique Mall booth, handmade items just don't sell. I have seen more than one booth close due to lack of sales for their handcrafted items. Maybe they found a better audience at etsy I bet. I study the sales reports when I visit my booth and have now started to get a sense of what is selling: being a college town the students love 60s, 70s and 80s items and of course the weirder the better. So it is probably the location and clientele that is dictating the sales. Do handmade items sell for anyone else? including repurposed, recycled or upcycled?</p> <p>thanks, di </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=386#post-5260 Sun, 10 May 2009 22:27:39 +0000 fjerda 5260@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Over the weekend we had city-wide cleanup and city-wide garage sales and what great finds. But, of course this required alot of hauling plus flashlights and rain gear!! My sisters do the best job of it </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1517#post-21407 Fri, 14 Jan 2011 14:24:43 +0000 momlvcntrt 21407@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i would like to start my own blog. am i allowed to sell things from my blog. and where is a good place to start i have no ideawhere to begin </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1612#post-22632 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 06:48:46 +0000 Vintage Kym 22632@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi, I am excited to find Junk Revolution!!<br /> Just wanted to introduce my self and say hello.<br /> I've been in love with "good junk" ever since I can remember<br /> and used to dream about spending the night with Fred Sanford!!<br /> I so wanted to drive that cool old truck of Lamont's<br /> and dig through all that wonderful stuff in Fred's yard<br /> and maybe ask Aunt Ester if she had any old cookbooks or handwritten recipes she no longer wanted.<br /> There are lots and lots of junk lovers in Kentucky and some FUNtastic places to dig around for cool stuff. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1619#post-22726 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:19:27 +0000 Vintage Kym 22726@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My sister and I were coming home from an afternoon of digging around in our favorite secondhand store and low and behold as we turn on my street there was a pile of trash.<br /> So, here is my very fist item picked from the trash this year.</p> <p>The condition is not so great, but the glass is all intact and not broken, a couple of the drawers need repaired and the bottom and the back are in horrid.</p> <p>Well, dang I cant get my images to post? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1584#post-22281 Thu, 10 Mar 2011 22:55:45 +0000 Blossom 22281@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Leveta has been asking about my first experience as a vendor in a recent antique show. </p> <p>As a two-year antiques vendor, the journey has greatly broadened my horizons. Life is a learning adventure and I have been doing just that. </p> <p>I am mesmerized by the sights and sounds of a good auction. I have made some fantastic--and not so fantastic--purchases. I was the first auctionee...they say...that showed up with binoculars. I think everyone should bring a pair.</p> <p>I have twice attended one of the country's largest shows-- located in Springfield, Ohio. Words cannot describe the enormity of the show and<br /> the sensations I experienced. My heart raced and I felt like a contestant on &quot;Supermarket Sweep&quot; as I shopped for salable bargains at a breakneck pace. I was a hog in slop! </p> <p>I have been/ and am once more a part of the planning and the workforce at our local antique show that will soon see its fourteenth consecutive year. Wearing my little &quot;dealer&quot; badge has been a personal &quot;high&quot; for me.</p> <p>I have made many friends; both coworkers and customers.</p> <p>I have laughed a hundred times or more over dumpster dives and roadside rescues. Junkin' is good, if not so clean, fun.</p> <p>I have spent countless hours planning, arranging, rearranging, weeding out, and adding to my very own twelve-feet-by-twelve-feet &quot;store&quot;. What's more; I have enjoyed every minute.</p> <p>I have tapped into my creative side. Making treasure from trash has become a hobby. I never realized a can of paint or a hot glue gun could be so incredibly cathartic.</p> <p>The pinnacle of my two years was the day that I was hired at the shop and was given the store key. A key to the city wouldn't have made me any happier.</p> <p>In short, I have more than enjoyed the ride.</p> <p>That is, until last weekend.</p> <p>Being a VENDOR at an antique show has been a personal goal-- much akin to a bucket list experience.</p> <p>The consternation I felt last weekend over a show that was a total failure, flop, and wash-up led to some dark thoughts of kicking the proverbial bucket---more than once.</p> <p>I made thirty seven dollars. </p> <p>I blamed it on the rain; blamed it on gas prices; blamed it on a coinciding Kentucky basketball game; blamed it on the phase of this month's moon. I even came up with a conspiracy theory or two.</p> <p>One thing I didn't blame was our booth. The &quot;No-Shows&quot; lost out on some great antiques at great prices. </p> <p>I hope they read this!</p> <p>Greta</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1623#post-22788 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 18:01:00 +0000 SecondHandRosie 22788@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I went and "stirred" both my flea market booths this afternoon and I swear - I brought back as much in the truck as I took! I had decided that I was gonna cut back to just one booth at the flea market where I am now and open a new booth at an additional shop on Main Street. I got the truck loaded again with some of the things that I wanted to open the other booth with, etc.</p> <p>The longer I worked and thought about it the crazier I got! Does anybody else occasionally feel overwhelmed and all the "stuff" feels like a burden instead of a pleasure?</p> <p>Think it may have to do with the fact that we're still in the process of going through my mom's house (she passed away in Decemnber). Although she wasn't a junker like me, there<br /> s still a whole household of things to do something with!</p> <p>Just wondering if I'm getting smarter, or having a nervous breakdown!? LOL Please give me your thoughts and experiences on this stage I'm in. TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1594#post-22380 Tue, 15 Mar 2011 08:11:25 +0000 junxtaposition 22380@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.junxtaposition.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.junxtaposition.blogspot.com/</a></p> <p>this week i joined in on a 'pay it forward' blog party...</p> <p>if you'd like to join in, visit my blog and hop aboard ! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1582#post-22255 Wed, 09 Mar 2011 22:59:06 +0000 Prior 22255@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Who's going to Round Top to the shows there? I loved to meet you if you are! Lezlee </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1624#post-22806 Mon, 04 Apr 2011 18:51:39 +0000 sjenkins001 22806@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am so excited I found this community! I am brand new and just wanted to say hi to you all. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1608#post-22551 Wed, 23 Mar 2011 23:08:13 +0000 Blossom 22551@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This tricycle had been in our store for months. Rusty. No pedals. When the price came down to 15 dollars, I bought it. </p> <p>Then, I scoured the net for pictures of an idea for turning it into a planter.</p> <p>Nothing inspired.</p> <p>I decided to spray paint it a good, spring color.</p> <p>I bought the tinware coffee pot and tea pot and use the lids as hubcap.</p> <p>Had the little locker basket in my &quot;stash&quot;.</p> <p>Drilled the tinware to the seat and the front fender of the trike and the basket to the back.</p> <p>Hung some green prisms from the handle bars.</p> <p>Now, I am looking for MORE old tricycles!!!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1262#post-18495 Sat, 19 Jun 2010 09:35:11 +0000 chapo 18495@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Looking for any info on Windsor Montgomery Ward, Chicago, treadle sewing machines </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1622#post-22784 Sun, 03 Apr 2011 10:56:08 +0000 ladydianab 22784@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have created a monster with my husband! He has always been a dumpster diver (KU students throw away really good stuff) but since I have started to gather items to put in my booth or repurposed crafts he is bringing home everything! I now have a garage full of stuff that he has rescued. I tend to keep it and think that I can "make" something. I am starting to think that maybe not everything is a treasure. To throw away or keep is the question. sigh...</p> <p>diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1414#post-20400 Fri, 22 Oct 2010 08:41:24 +0000 Blossom 20400@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am truly a picture-posting nut. I don't have to tell my junking buddies that! </p> <p>I, too, had problems figuring out how to resize pictures to post them on here. </p> <p>I know that computers are different (We have an eMac) but there are a few guidelines that should make picture-posting easier. I hope this helps:</p> <p>1) All pictures have to be JPEG GIF, PNG, or BMP format. Most digital cameras store images and transfer them to your computer in JPEG form!!!! NOTE: RAW and TIFF, HTML won't tranfer onto this program.</p> <p>2) To get to <a href="http://www.picresize.com" rel="nofollow">www.picresize.com</a> (as featured below...&quot;Get help resizing for upload&quot;)</p> <p>3) Click wwwpicresize.com </p> <p>4) Hit the BROWSE BUTTON. A bunch of programs for your computer will pop up. When you find your photo program, double click it.</p> <p>5) Once you find the photo you want, hit the &quot;Quick Resize&quot; button. </p> <p>6) I then choose the 50% smaller option. Then click resize at bottom.</p> <p>7) When the picture is resized, an option for saving will pop up. Be sure and click that you want to SAVE the smaller image in your photo program. </p> <p>8) Click out of the resize program and you will return to your JunkRev. post.</p> <p>9) STOP!!!! DO NOT UPLOAD on the junkrevolution post, yet.</p> <p>10) AFTER RESIZING the first time at 50% smaller, DO THE ENTIRE PROCESS OVER AGAIN....this guarantees success for me 99% of the time.</p> <p>Then simply find the browse box below and then look for your photo program. Find the last resized picture (it will be the smallest)and double click.</p> <p>It SHOULD upload onto this website.</p> <p>***VERY IMPORTANT****</p> <p>All pictures have to be under 400 height and width in PIXELS. On the picresize options page, you can type in a 350 x 350 (anything, but nothing greater than 400 x 400) but be SURE that you do not leave it on percent...change it to PIXELS!!! Again, change it to PIXELS.</p> <p>Okay, I hope I have not thoroughly confused anyone.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1615#post-22693 Wed, 30 Mar 2011 13:56:46 +0000 Vintage Kym 22693@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>After reading many of your posts on here and checking out all the wonderful blogs, I thought of something that some of you might be interested in doing.</p> <p>If you love junkin and writing, maybe you could start writing a column for you local newspapers, or even doing some feature stories about others who share the junkin/collecting passion.</p> <p>I don't know about the going rate in other states or counties, but where I live column writers get around $10 per column and around 25-75 bucks for a feature story.</p> <p>Even if your local paper can't pay ya to write a column each week they still may be interested in trading out for advertising your booths or your a shop. </p> <p>And in your column you can have your blog or website listed.</p> <p>Just a thought I had for those of us who are always looking for ways to add extra income so we can go out and buy even more good junk....</p> <p>Kym </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=520#post-7704 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 11:06:03 +0000 Meadowview Farm 7704@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It had been laying on its side, forgotten in a cemetary down the road from our farm...un-noticed until my husband (and partner in junking), Dave, spotted it. Hmmm -- maybe it needed a new home. So, he called about until he found the Otter Creek/Thompson Valley Cemetary Board of Directors (yes this exits) -- who took up "the adoption" at their next Board Meeting. It took six people to load it into a trailer and three of us to drop it at the new site on the edge of our apple orchard.</p> <p>So...here's is the "before" picture. We will begin work on it this next weekend -- we had waited as a robin also adopted the apple fork we had set inside as the perfect place to raise two families this summer. Now they are off - so we can begin our work. We are planning on a tin roof and a dusty yellow paint once the outside is repaired. It will hold our apple picking supplies.</p> <p>By the way...it was a two seater (chuckle chuckle) and still has the rusty toilet paper holder attached.</p> <p>Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1620#post-22727 Thu, 31 Mar 2011 15:23:05 +0000 copperhead 22727@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just looked on CL and found an ad anyone in spitting distance from Muncie Indiana will want to check out. There are pics on Flicker as well.<br /> <a href="http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/mat/2296543987.html" rel="nofollow">http://indianapolis.craigslist.org/mat/2296543987.html</a></p> <p>I wish I knew what all we need for the house we bought a year ago in the tax sale. Right now it is waiting for a court day, then we get the deed around the first week in June. Then we can go into the house. I'm trying to figure out how to invite everyone to the 'open the door' party. I do know it will be quite a mess - the one time we were in it we saw food in the fridge and no electric. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1614#post-22653 Tue, 29 Mar 2011 11:20:51 +0000 Blossom 22653@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Over a month ago, I bought some antiques from a man from Virginia. Among my purchases were two creamer top milk bottles from the Richmond Dairy, a WWII medal, and a mysterious military button.</p> <p>The evening of my purchase, I Googled my heart out. I found out about the WWII medal. I researched the cream-top milk bottles and priced them accordingly. </p> <p>But there was one item that Google's search engine...and Yahoo's could not confirm--the button.</p> <p>The man who sold it to me said he believed it to be a military officer's button from the Civil War. Whoo Hoo... I figured I was in &quot;tall cotton&quot;!!!!</p> <p>After an exhausting internet search that continued for a week or more (and absolutely NO replies from the websites who offered identification help), I gave up.</p> <p>This weekend, our antiques store hosted an antiques show. I had been informed that a man, knowledgeable in military buttons, was going to be there. </p> <p>I looked for him on Saturday. </p> <p>I FOUND him on Sunday. </p> <p>Sadly, he stunted my enthusiasm...or was that my bank account?</p> <p>He told me that the mystery button was NOT from the Civil War. He briefly studied the button's symbols (eagles) and concluded that it was, indeed, a Vietnam Air Force button. </p> <p>He did not mention the worth of the piece, but I still felt it was a &quot;good find&quot;. I could no longer buy that summer house in the Hamptons, but, maybe, I could afford an outbuilding for the ever-increasing amount of junque/treasure I continue to drag home.</p> <p>That same day, one conversation changed my entire perspective of the word &quot;treasure&quot;--and my definition of the word, &quot;rich&quot;.</p> <p>Earlier in the month, at another show, I had met and made friends with a precious family who live about an hour from me. We hit it off immediately and I spent a good amount of time talking to them at the last show I attended. I found them again at our show, and it was like a mini-reunion. This family is full of life and joy...incredible people!!</p> <p>It was during a conversation with the husband that I got to know them better. He was talking about life in general; his children; and incredibly sweet wife...who battled stage four cervical cancer and won!! This family had seen hardships. I would have never known!!</p> <p>One hardship, for this man, had been after his military tour of duty in Vietnam. He came back, like a lot of our Veterans do,...changed. He questioned life. He questioned God.</p> <p>He said that he finally surrendered his confusion, heartache, and his anger toward God after a fifteen year emotional battle. Now, he views himself as a simple American patriot who is richly blessed by faith, family, and country.</p> <p>He told me he was proud to have served his country and supports those who do so. He presently attends military funerals and rides his motorcycle for charity for the cause of Veterans of all wars.</p> <p>It was then that I thought of the button in my pocket.</p> <p>I asked him, by chance, what branch of the military he served while in Vietnam.</p> <p>He said, &quot;Air Force&quot;.</p> <p>In a split second decision, I reached in my pocket, grasped the button and placed it in his hand.</p> <p>The smile on his face and the wonder in his eyes...and the statistical improbability of the situation left me thunderstruck.</p> <p>And rich.</p> <p>Greta</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1613#post-22636 Mon, 28 Mar 2011 09:34:37 +0000 huggybear38 22636@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>WE HAVE THIS CRAFT SHOW COMING UP IN APRIL AND I NEED TO GET MORE OF THE TUTUS MADE AND HARD TO DO WITH ONE BAD SHOLDER BUT was able to make this one along with black foam board stand</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1531#post-21550 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 14:38:14 +0000 dianeinthevalley 21550@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Son made the all-state band on tuba, and this year it is to be in Huntington. Have never been that far over. Any good places to junk? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1617#post-22705 Wed, 30 Mar 2011 19:16:39 +0000 amyc 22705@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought a few old window frames and decided I would make a wall shelf out of them, I made it like a shadow box ,painted it black and distressed the heck out of it. it turned out awesome and can't wait to get going on the next one. thinking i'm going to use some crackle paint next!!! The pic shows it sitting on the ground but I attached some d-rings to the back to hang it up with! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=998#post-15534 Sat, 16 Jan 2010 23:31:08 +0000 robolady 15534@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I finally came up with a design I like for making burlap pillows out of old coffee sacks. I'm having so much fun making these, but I guess I need to slow down until I actually sell some. I made the small ones in the pics not the large one.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1557#post-21965 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 10:32:29 +0000 daisytoad 21965@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've been considering putting some vintage jewelry in my booth, but I'm not sure the best way to go about it. A lot of vendors in the mall have their jewelry in locked glass boxes-so I'm toying with that idea-but would love a unique idea...any suggestions? Those who don't have theirs locked up, do you have problems with theft? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1601#post-22430 Fri, 18 Mar 2011 07:34:52 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 22430@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>have you seen any new indeas for ceiling tin?<br /> we just got 2 more big batches....from our buddy in the devastated parts of detroit ...we do roofs, shelves morrors and big wall things.... what else????? boy its hard to work with....rough and crusty...but georgous...<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1588#post-22301 Fri, 11 Mar 2011 21:00:39 +0000 ladydianab 22301@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Okay, let's see if I can make sense. Are there any suggestions on how to get a feel for what to buy to resale? I have been doing some research on trends but not really getting any real information. I am always looking at good will/salvation army/garage sales and weighing whether to purchase an item or pass on it. Since GW and Salvation have raised their prices it is hard for me to let my money go knowing that I don't have a guaranteed re-sale. When I managed our local children's resale store I knew what the trends were and was able to get a feel for what to purchase from my consignors. Now, I kinda feel at a loss. And.. In our antique mall there are some booths that have excellent sales and some that have packed it in. Even as I study what is selling from the successful booths I still can't get it! Any words of wisdom or does it just take time. </p> <p>If I have asked a similar question before.. forgive me.. I can't figure out how to find old posts.</p> <p>diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1609#post-22560 Thu, 24 Mar 2011 08:18:59 +0000 huggybear38 22560@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.ikeahackers.net/2010/11/bedroom-dress-boys.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.ikeahackers.net/2010/11/bedroom-dress-boys.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1610#post-22606 Fri, 25 Mar 2011 13:56:32 +0000 bearzmom 22606@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hope this is the right place for this topic....<br /> My friend and I build primitive furniture and are looking for booths to showcase our items. Can anybody offer any help, advice, knowledge? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1579#post-22230 Mon, 07 Mar 2011 13:12:07 +0000 DPumm 22230@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Need some help with a sign please. I have a couple old tricycles that I am going to put a old granite wash pan or dish pan on the seat for flowers. I have been trying to think of something for a small sign to hang on the handle bars, looked on several sites for garden sayings and bike sayings and just can't find the right thing. I fixed some of these before and put old wire baskets on the handlebars but have not found any more of them so thought I would go with a sign. Any ideas for the sign or something else I could add to the tricycles? Thanks, Diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1529#post-21542 Sun, 23 Jan 2011 19:17:40 +0000 weezola 21542@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I had a great weekend. I went junking this weekend at the Goodwill. Here are my "Fabulous Finds"! Total amount spent was 25 dollars. A little high but I could not resist. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1606#post-22508 Mon, 21 Mar 2011 17:22:09 +0000 debapaka 22508@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found this webpage and I thought I would share. Would also work to add a shelf for a fake mantle or buffet.</p> <p><a href="http://www.ikeahackers.net/2010/11/bedroom-dress-boys.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.ikeahackers.net/2010/11/bedroom-dress-boys.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1591#post-22327 Sat, 12 Mar 2011 19:31:14 +0000 moderator 22327@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Although we at Junk Revolution care deeply about the tragedies around the world . We feel that this forum should remain on topic. We have set up a community prayer thread for topics such as this. Please feel free to re-post the deleted prayer request at that location.</p> <p><a href="http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=888#post-21029" rel="nofollow">http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=888#post-21029</a></p> <p>Thank you,<br /> Moderator </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1473#post-20913 Thu, 09 Dec 2010 10:16:45 +0000 jillruth 20913@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/GrandpasDucks?ref=seller_info" rel="nofollow">http://www.etsy.com/shop/GrandpasDucks?ref=seller_info</a></p> <p>Kind of neat... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1607#post-22509 Mon, 21 Mar 2011 18:11:01 +0000 lucylou1 22509@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm new to this forum and LOVE it, so much inspiration! I know I've seen those teapots that have a stream of "water" coming out of the spout made of beads or crystals. Looking for a tutorial. Thanks so much! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1604#post-22462 Sun, 20 Mar 2011 06:19:54 +0000 gigi 22462@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>hit an estate sale, made off with some very large, inexpensive road signs. i may have to go back for more!<br /> they're not the most aged but i love them. can't wait to use them. "road closed" and a "symbol for road splitting" in bright orange, that's definitely my favorite....(other than my old porcelain "womens" sign)</p> <p>what are some of your favorites you've picked up over the yrs??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1602#post-22431 Fri, 18 Mar 2011 07:38:12 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 22431@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>when you are out buying what would be fun to find? for your projects or your booth?<br /> i have a big list...but cant get out likei need to...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1605#post-22480 Sun, 20 Mar 2011 16:20:33 +0000 lovetogarden46 22480@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've 2 of these and would like some ideas. I'm not sure what to do with them. They are 12&quot; tall and about 18&quot; across the top. Thanks for your help</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1603#post-22455 Sat, 19 Mar 2011 21:38:07 +0000 mcnaughton 22455@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My mother has moved to a senior community so we had lots to get rid of. I held a sale from Thurs afternoon to noon today. What a great success! I made $600 with no one item over $28 and repeatedly heard, "the first garage sale of the season." People were absolutely giddy. Jump in now, while the crowds are hungry. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1544#post-21804 Sun, 06 Feb 2011 13:00:29 +0000 copperhead 21804@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>what do you do with a bird bath pedestal - no top? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1536#post-21675 Fri, 28 Jan 2011 16:19:21 +0000 simplelife16 21675@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey all! I am not sure if anyone on JR is from the west coast like me, but thought I would put this question out there! My husband and I get to travel to San Fran next week and I am wondering if anyone knows any good places to junk. We will be hitting up Alameda (a huge 750 booth flea market), but I have heard it is more for retail price shopping. Anyone know of any other places for junking? Or even other fun destinations worth visiting? Thanks :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1586#post-22298 Fri, 11 Mar 2011 19:38:01 +0000 junkernewbie 22298@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi all - </p> <p>Can someone please explain to me the uses and differences between the Cricut, Silhouette, and any others out there that are like that? </p> <p>thank you!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1592#post-22349 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 07:00:23 +0000 lovecrafting 22349@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have finally finished a long awaited craft room remodel and am so excited to finally get some projects going. Had a hot water heater closet in the room that we seldom need to get in to so decided to use the wall space. This shelf is hinged on the right hand side and is on wheels so it is the secret door to the hot water heater. Took me only a few hours to build but it is worth it for the amount of small things it holds. Holds 60 mason jars and I love that I can see what is where at a glance.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1585#post-22296 Fri, 11 Mar 2011 19:30:08 +0000 junkernewbie 22296@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>At least here in the South, the sun is out and it seems folks must have just been chomping at the bit to have their estate and yard sales because there are a TON this weekend!</p> <p>I visited a couple of estate sales today (Friday) and am headed to some yard sales tomorrow.</p> <p>Are sales starting up again in your areas? </p> <p>Thought it would be fun to start a topic where we can share our Spring sale experiences and pictures of our finds!</p> <p>Below is my loot from today...everything for about $115 total. What do ya think? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1580#post-22242 Wed, 09 Mar 2011 08:49:25 +0000 Meadowview Farm 22242@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It is snowing today -- expecting perhaps 6 inches.<br /> Awaiting spring.<br /> Here is a little peak...a sweet vintage find that reminds me of the season to come.</p> <p>Kari<br /> <a href="http://www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com</a></p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1593#post-22370 Mon, 14 Mar 2011 18:05:29 +0000 Callef 22370@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I frequently check out the website of the gals who wrote the ebook "Selling in an Antique Mall", and they have a new post up, asking for input on a possible 2nd book! I bought their first e-book and it's full of great ideas. Y'all might want to add your ideas:</p> <p><a href="http://sellinginanantiquemall.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://sellinginanantiquemall.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=639#post-10379 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 18:04:05 +0000 daisytoad 10379@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I think it would be neat to compile a list of where everyone has booths at. That way if we are in an area we can peek at each others!<br /> Maybe in this format?</p> <p>Lexington, NE Spring Fling, May 2010</p> <p>such and such antiques, Lincoln, Ne</p> <p><a href="http://daisytoad.etsy.com" rel="nofollow">http://daisytoad.etsy.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1570#post-22135 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 13:58:43 +0000 ladydianab 22135@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am now in my fifth month of having my booth at the antique mall and have yet to make the rent or any kind of profit. I am sure that I haven't tried everything yet to make it successful but I am quickly going broke. So has anyone had to give up a booth and make a go of it somehow else? if so, what did/do you do? How did you know to pack it in? Or when did your booth start to pay off?</p> <p>Thanks so much everyone. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=867#post-13809 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 00:08:19 +0000 Blossom Lane 13809@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Odd story about the boxes in the following picture. It was pointed out to me, by the antique store manager, that I should not carry such items. They compete with his largely primitive items. I had no idea when buying those boxes that they would infringe upon someone else.</p> <p>This policy is not written, and what he said is confusing because it is very broad. The manager said we are to carry a vast amount of antiques. What confuses me, is that he sells, with the exception of furniture, almost all new items.</p> <p>I explained that 90% of my stuff comes from yard sales, consignment stores, antique stores, auctions, and dumpsters. I buy perhaps 10 percent of merchandise from a store...and don't profit much as these items function more as &quot;eye candy&quot; to draw customers into my booth.</p> <p>I had to point out that the thin gold tree (seen in my Christmas mania post) is not new and is made from aluminum. He pointed out that tree is also in competition with his "type" of items, but said it was fine when he found out that the tinsel tree is, indeed, vintage.</p> <p>Long story, but I wondered if anyone else has experienced similar circumstance. Some malls are strictly antiques. Ours isn't. I know policies are largely dependent on owners and managers.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1578#post-22211 Sat, 05 Mar 2011 15:36:05 +0000 Leveta 22211@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm excited about hearing how the shows have gone for those of you that had or have them... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1581#post-22247 Wed, 09 Mar 2011 11:46:21 +0000 toniraemoore 22247@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have this metal key and metal door knob or lock or something. And I would like yalls idea of what I could do with them or a project I could put them in or where I could display them or something I want them off my craft room shelf! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1532#post-21563 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 19:40:36 +0000 weezola 21563@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found these in the closet under the stairs of my house. I have NO idea how old these wooden mallets are or what I should do with them.<br /> My house is pre-civil war so there is no telling. What do you think I should do with them? I need something awesome that I know only you all can come up with.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1564#post-22029 Mon, 21 Feb 2011 09:59:01 +0000 JunKAllie 22029@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello-<br /> So my dear friend is moving to TN this week. :-( On a happier note, I have invited myself to visit so we can do some shopping. Wondering if any of you are from the Jonesborough area and can tell me about any "must see" shops. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1575#post-22195 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 07:32:03 +0000 junxtaposition 22195@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>hi...i am trying my first "linky" on my blog..it's five friday favs..<br /> post pics of 5 of your favorite things........</p> <p>stop by and check it out...and link up !!<br /> help me out.....please...........</p> <p><a href="http://www.juNxtaposition.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.juNxtaposition.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1573#post-22179 Thu, 03 Mar 2011 14:47:18 +0000 daisytoad 22179@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm looking for some junk shows or vintage shows in the Colorado, Nebraska, Kansas, Iowa area....anyone have good suggestions? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1576#post-22196 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 08:17:22 +0000 huggybear38 22196@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://sew-whats-new.com/video/video/show?id=2031451%3AVideo%3A159132&#38;xgs=1&#38;xg_source=msg_share_video" rel="nofollow">http://sew-whats-new.com/video/video/show?id=2031451%3AVideo%3A159132&#38;xgs=1&#38;xg_source=msg_share_video</a></p> <p>Since you all are always sharing with me.. I thought you would like to maybe check this out as you could if you have a circut..use this idea for adding things to your junk items that you are selling or just for adding some kick to your signs. I think it is cool idea .. I do not have a cricut but this is almost enough of a cool idea to maybe go in on one with my daughter.. we could use it for adding different things to oneies that go with the Tutus we make. or for many other applications.. so check it out and let me know if you are able to see the video.. Hugs </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=15#post-70 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 17:46:27 +0000 robolady 70@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I picked up this old seed spreader a few months ago, and can't wait to plant it with spring flowers. It's faded so not it's pink and green, with the words American Beauty. Can't get better than that.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1577#post-22198 Fri, 04 Mar 2011 10:17:24 +0000 layniek 22198@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A friend and I are looking for some ideas of where to junk and antique around Vienna Virginia, just outside Washington DC. Please give me ideas, want to check some places out when I got out there in April for an event. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1572#post-22161 Wed, 02 Mar 2011 15:39:08 +0000 lovecrafting 22161@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I remember hearing somewhere about a great shop in KC but can't remember where I heard about it. It seems to me they were only open the first full weekend each month. We are headed to KC for this weekend for our anniversary and I would really like to find some cool places to find treasures. Any help? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1574#post-22191 Thu, 03 Mar 2011 21:31:03 +0000 robolady 22191@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If any of you purchased extra copies of the FMS spring 2010 issue (last years) and still have them, I might be willing to buy them from you. Please email me. I'm looking for multiple copies, maybe you purchased them to sell and they didn't. </p> <p>Thx, LMK<br /> <a href="mailto:robolady@hotmail.com">robolady@hotmail.com</a></p> <p>Margo </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=375#post-5017 Mon, 04 May 2009 09:20:02 +0000 thehillbillies 5017@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was approached by the business uptown to get my butt in gear and get some garden chairs done before Mother's Day because she has had some requests... so I threw these together quick over the weekend... really wanted to add some 'junk' but I don't think I have the market here... at least everything I have taken to her thus far made out of junk hasn't sold... so anyway- thought I'd share!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1569#post-22124 Tue, 01 Mar 2011 11:03:13 +0000 SecondHandRosie 22124@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I put this little &quot;thingie&quot; together last night. I have had the shelf unit hanging in my livingroom for years and most recently have displayed small gold frames holding black and white photos of some of our ancestors.</p> <p>Noticed yesterday that I have acquired quite an assortment of balls of twine and embroidery thread, etc. I love all the neutral colors so I set them out on the bar to see what all I had.</p> <p>Light bulb went off and now they're being temporarily &quot;displayed&quot; with honor in the livingroom! LOL</p> <p>How about it? Shop around your house for things that you already have. Arrange them together in some shape or fashion and post a photo. It might give the rest of us some ideas to help us give up the winter doldrums for spring!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1534#post-21638 Tue, 25 Jan 2011 22:28:02 +0000 petals 21638@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A friend and I were kicking around the idea of putting together a weekend sale. We only have about 5 weeks to put it together because we want to have it the same weekend that there will be three antique shows going on in nearby towns. Anyone have an experience putting together something like this? We are thinking of renting a building down the street from my shop. We need a catchy title, the other shows are called "A GAthering on the praire", Homesteaders on the prairie, and Country Spirit. I was thinking of something using Pot Pourri. A Pot Pourri of Finds? A Pot Pourri of treasures? All advice would be welcome! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1568#post-22097 Sat, 26 Feb 2011 17:31:58 +0000 Handywoman 22097@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is a bed and a night stand I made out of old barn boards. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1244#post-18314 Wed, 02 Jun 2010 20:17:34 +0000 lovetogarden46 18314@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>These are the new ones. Thanks for looking. I've sure sold a lot of them this spring!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=267#post-3182 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 15:58:08 +0000 mrssinatra 3182@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi,<br /> I want to polish broken beer and wine glass and don't know how to go about it. Would like to do "by hand", so it would be similar to sea glass or lake glass. Anyone have any ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1545#post-21834 Tue, 08 Feb 2011 11:23:19 +0000 huggybear38 21834@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw this on the web site.. thought it was pretty the way they did it.. thought I would share with you all since you all like to take old stuff and make it look new or different.. They calle it Chair In Bloom</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1503#post-21249 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 19:31:14 +0000 Callef 21249@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ladies, you know we all love eye candy! I'd love to see what's currently in everybody's booth. Here's one I took today after redoing my booth, that shows the 1883 Bible page in the cool frame I found at the Flea Market Saturday. The picture says &quot;Our Saviour&quot; on it. I priced it pretty high because I think it's really special.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1552#post-21901 Sat, 12 Feb 2011 19:45:58 +0000 daisytoad 21901@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I salvaged some 3ft Red channel letters from the local Singer shop..so they are S I N G E R</p> <p>I thought I'd give you guys first dibs, if anyone was interested, otherwise I'll sell them in my booth and Etsy, but I couldn't resist offering them to you first! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1566#post-22064 Thu, 24 Feb 2011 08:30:35 +0000 huggybear38 22064@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>this was posted on Craigslist in my area.. asking $60.00 each.. thought you guys would enjoy seeing it..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1558#post-21975 Thu, 17 Feb 2011 22:25:27 +0000 Callef 21975@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm wondering whether it would be worthwhile to get a sales tax permit, so I don't have to pay tax when I buy at estate sales or other places that charge tax. I know there is a fee for having the permit, and then you have to keep records and include all that when personal income tax returns are filed. I don't want to spend time and effort on a bunch of extra paperwork and recordkeeping needlessly. Each state may be different, but what are your thoughts on this issue? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1214#post-17970 Sun, 02 May 2010 20:21:14 +0000 KudzuKween 17970@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I finally got the tutorial finished; the photos are all inside because it's been storming; this was my rainy day project :D<br /> I have step by step photos if you'd like to make one.<br /> <a href="http://www.kudzukween.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.kudzukween.blogspot.com</a></p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1043#post-16071 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 23:21:13 +0000 jillruth 16071@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was inspired by Vanessa at Bloom Right Here with her post that had &quot;Bloom Please&quot; written on a pair of cute boots that she had planted bulbs in to stamp these words on an old knife. I finally found something to do with old knives (besides Christmas trees--thanks Kimmy!!)</p> <p>(That is a very artificial and very dust plant I stuck it into!)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1451#post-20700 Wed, 24 Nov 2010 17:01:37 +0000 tinkergirl 20700@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I read about all the fun you all had last year with the ornie exchange....will you be doing it again this year? how does one get in on it? I love to make handmade ornaments and it sounded so fun! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1565#post-22039 Tue, 22 Feb 2011 06:50:16 +0000 Meadowview Farm 22039@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I thought I would begin a new topic about methods of documenting your records if you buy &#38; sell antiques/vintage finds. </p> <p>I will start:<br /> **Disclaimer -- this is what works for me in Wisconsin...can't say it will work for you or your state requirements...</p> <p>**I keep a clipboard in each of our cars with a pre-made sheet per month. The sheet has columns for date/starting mileage/where to/purpose/ending mileage/total miles traveled. I use these when I go on a buying trip...my receipts become proof of these travels. At the end of each month I total miles.</p> <p>**I maintain a simple 3-ring notebook divided by months. Each month then includes:<br /> 1. Mileage sheet as described above<br /> 2. Sales receipts from the mall I sell at -- they provide a<br /> computer list of sales each month --- THEY collect the<br /> tax on these sales.<br /> 3. Receipt for booth rent for the month.<br /> 4. Receipt for any display, sales materials for the month:<br /> (e.g. price tags, shelf purchased to display only...)<br /> You do pay tax upfront on these items -- they are not<br /> tax exempt.<br /> 5. All my receipts for purchases made during the month -- I<br /> simply staple to blank pages. These receipts then<br /> tie out to my mileage &#38; sales.</p> <p>**I also make computer labels for my sales tags. Each label has my dealer code, item description, price. Once a label sheet is complete -- I make a copy of that sheet to also place in my notebook. I date sheet &#38; add purchase price for item -- which again ties back to my receipts. I know I could do this easier with an Excel Spreadsheet -- but it is how I started back in 2001 and the thought of recreating is just too daunting at this time.</p> <p>This notebook becomes my Record Book for the year.</p> <p>Regarding my purchases at Thrift Sales &#38; Flea Markets. I keep a little notebook -- put date &#38; place at the top of a page...and list item &#38; price of what I bought. This sheet then goes in my book like a receipt. (Not to scare you -- but a I do know a dealer in WI that was audited and they wanted actual sales receipts for these purchases.) I have made a reasonable decision that I can't do that -- heaven forbid I let receipts slow me down while flea marketing -- and I would pay the consequences if that is wrong.</p> <p>So...do share how you document -- we can all learn from each other's methods &#38; ideas.</p> <p>Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1563#post-22020 Mon, 21 Feb 2011 04:16:15 +0000 copperhead 22020@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I liked the shirt ideas. I just made 2 aprons from a pair of old bibbed overalls and a shirt. The overalls front is just removed and then shaped with the scissors and then I put bias tape on it to cover the raw edges and hold the pocket together again. Then added straps made from the shirt parts. The back is now an apron as well. I used the fronts off the shirt to extend the apron on the sides down past the bib's button tabs - kind of flairs out the apron - I left the button hole and the button on the sides so I didn't have to hem anything. Then I put the pocket on the center part where the straps cross. I cut some bias out of the shirt and used it across the bottom and to fill in between the 'legs' and I made the sleeves into the ties - I put a bias strip across the waist and made some yo yo's to go on it. That one ties together with ties made from narrowed shirt sleeves. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1562#post-22011 Sun, 20 Feb 2011 08:41:10 +0000 JunKAllie 22011@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So I hit a sale yesterday and found two twin headboards for a total of a $1.00. Yep, it feels so good to pay in change. :-) They are two different styles. Does anyone have any cool ideas, besides a headboard bench? Saw a great idea in countyliving magazine to make a daybed, but not sure I want to do it with two different headboards. However I couldn't pass them up. Let me know what you think!<br /> Thanks! :-) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1521#post-21458 Tue, 18 Jan 2011 10:48:59 +0000 DPumm 21458@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It's kind of slow this time of year, so how about a chalenge just for fun? If we have a good showing then someone can start another one next month.</p> <p> Make something, a makedo or make over whatever you want to call it using something that mite be called junk. Project must have a heart somewhere on it and post a picture by the end of the month. Diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1560#post-21988 Fri, 18 Feb 2011 17:21:36 +0000 Leveta 21988@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>How do you get bubbles out of the varnish after you put it on? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1555#post-21919 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 16:07:33 +0000 lovecrafting 21919@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Got these old flashbulbs in a junk box at an auction this past weekend. There are 12 of them. Not sure what to do with them but I think they are pretty and hate to throw them away.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=610#post-9720 Thu, 06 Aug 2009 11:26:42 +0000 chiccottagejunk 9720@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well, FINALLY! My first window greenhouse is complete. Well, actually, it was done last week, but I needed to plant some flowers in the new little beds next to the greenhouse, then go rock picking in some local fields, then get annuals for display on the inside of the the greenhouse, then look for some small vinyl picket fence to go behind the little flower beds...I'm a perfectionist and I didn't want to post pics until I had it RIGHT!! Still not complete - can't find the right height of pickets so the rocks will have to do for now.</p> <p>It is tall and square like a phone booth so went I went flea-ing a couple of weeks ago, I found an old phone that looks like it went to a phonebooth. It is actually a working home phone with coin slots and it holds the coins in a bank. Too cool!</p> <p>Oh, yea - I have a chimes hanging inside from the ceiling and I used iron shelf brackets at the peak in front and back.</p> <p>Tada!</p> <p>Sue</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1522#post-21469 Tue, 18 Jan 2011 15:30:33 +0000 momlvcntrt 21469@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>can sumeone give me any suggestions as to what to do with old patters. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1546#post-21837 Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:56:28 +0000 Blossom 21837@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>With our son commuting to college and our daughter in high school, we felt we needed to add some extra space to our home.</p> <p>Solution? Convert our never-used back deck into a room--if the price was right. </p> <p>It was.</p> <p>So, we hired a company (Mennonite/Amish workmen) to convert our 10' x 24' former-deck space into an office/den.</p> <p>We saved about five thousand dollars by going with a shed roof line instead of a peaked roof. I still had them vault the ceiling for a feeling of extra space.</p> <p>We opted for three arched windows for the back of the room. To compensate for the cost of the arched windows, we chose to use opaque, 24&quot; octagonal windows for the sides of the room.</p> <p>We chose to install a small hotel heater instead or rerouting duct work and using our existing heat pump.</p> <p>All furniture came from the antiques store, where I work one day/week and have a booth.</p> <p>The couch, two wing back chairs, and slipper chair cost a total of 10 dollars as all pieces were either free or something we already had.</p> <p>Every furniture/decor item that WASN'T found on an obliging curb or next to a trash can was purchased/traded for at the antiques store.</p> <p>I hit clearance aisles of KMart and bought comforters in matching colors to cover the furniture. It took many days and lots of patience and re-starts, but I managed to reupholster (very unprofessionally) each furniture piece.</p> <p>We chose a patterned industrial carpet instead of laminate, hardwood or tile. </p> <p>I was shooting for a French Country look.</p> <p>I held my breath as I added touches to tie it all together.</p> <p>I finished decorating yesterday morning.</p> <p>Here are photos of the work in progress.</p> <p>Greta</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1547#post-21844 Tue, 08 Feb 2011 15:40:59 +0000 lovecrafting 21844@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am remodeling the craft room I share with DH. I have installed an old door I saved from my Dad's shop (he passed away last Feb.)and I am trying to decide if I want to leave the writing as it is or I have a chandelier silhouette that I am thinking would look great too. The door is an old kind of sage green color that I do not intend to paint. I have sanded off the loose paint and polyurethaned it to prevent any further paint peeling. I have an old metal doorknob to go on it or a glass one if I do the chandelier thing. Advice please!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1554#post-21910 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 08:51:37 +0000 huggybear38 21910@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here is how we plan on displaying some of the toddlers tutus at the craft show.. thought you all would get a kick out of what my daughter came up with.. we also will display them in another way and as soon as we get that made we will post a picture of that..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1553#post-21908 Mon, 14 Feb 2011 06:44:15 +0000 dianeinthevalley 21908@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Good morning fellow junkers, and Happy Valentine's Day! You should have seen the sunrise this morning! God just blows me away with his "creative use of colors"! Sending some love your way. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1484#post-21038 Sat, 18 Dec 2010 22:16:25 +0000 Callef 21038@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi everybody! I'm a little discouraged - I had great sales for September &#38; October, but November was slow and December has been kind of slow as well. I took the time to run out to my booth this morning to spruce it up and start a 25% off sale in hopes of increasing sales, and all I sold today was a single $1.00 item! My mall has a "hold shelf" and I saw one of my "Winter Fantasy" holiday Barbie on it as I was leaving, but alas, I guess the customer didn't buy it because it wasn't listed on my online sales report for today. Sigh...I guess those big months get me all excited and I think every month is going to be like that. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=65#post-576 Sun, 18 Jan 2009 14:32:02 +0000 kera33 576@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw the other day at a store that they were making hummingbird feeders out of old glass soda bottles and I have a whole collection of old bottles I would love to do this with. But I am trying to figure out what is used as the stopper and get some ideas on how to do this...any help would be much appreciated!</p> <p>Thanks!<br /> Randi </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1515#post-21380 Wed, 12 Jan 2011 18:45:04 +0000 DPumm 21380@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I want a pot rack but I want something with character, any ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1550#post-21873 Thu, 10 Feb 2011 09:39:07 +0000 layniek 21873@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I purchased several old, medium sized screens last summer and need some ideas besides jewelry(earring) displays. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1549#post-21869 Thu, 10 Feb 2011 06:34:10 +0000 huggybear38 21869@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>blossom here is the Zebra Chair I was telling you about .. picture may need to be turned some..LOL did this in hurry this am</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1548#post-21861 Wed, 09 Feb 2011 15:27:34 +0000 huggybear38 21861@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>this is an old wooden high chair going for $7.00 if I had a place for this I would buy in a minute..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1537#post-21730 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 13:01:38 +0000 huggybear38 21730@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Thought you all would enjoy seeing this .. was on Craigs list for $50.00</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1539#post-21763 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 10:44:04 +0000 huggybear38 21763@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw this on my auction the other day and thought you guys would get a kick out of it.. it looks like it is in such good shape hard to believe it is old..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1542#post-21779 Fri, 04 Feb 2011 09:34:03 +0000 huggybear38 21779@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My daugher and myself are putting together a craft booth for a craft show coming in April.. it has been a long time since I have done a craft show as I just usually sell most of my items thru word of mouth.. any suggestions. we will have the space for two 6 foot tables.. and we are doing mostly sewing items and crochet items.. and mostly baby items.. like burp cloths, bibs, blankets, washcloth flowers and baby sock flowers.. potatoe baker bags, knot purses, changing pads, etc. also was thinking of some hair bows since it will be close to Easter.. and we plan on using a lot of pastel colors in our display.. whatcha you all think??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=223#post-2467 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 18:34:37 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 2467@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>heres a neat window i found online, its kind of frenchy and white.made my kelly on groovy green designs....i put it on my blog.... <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> we sell tons of old windows andi love to see and hear all the different ideas....ann </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1543#post-21799 Sun, 06 Feb 2011 07:24:58 +0000 gigi 21799@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>so geared up for organizing at the start of year.<br /> have my donation, trash and keep boxes all ready.<br /> definitely have the stuff to go thru!<br /> i began and then......f.i.z.z.l.e.!!!<br /> i need some words of encouragement ladies....what are some short quotes that give you inspiration? i figure if i type them up (junky style) and put them all around the house...i'll get back in the groove!! :} </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1500#post-21232 Sun, 02 Jan 2011 18:09:42 +0000 SecondHandRosie 21232@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Those of you who have antique store/mall/flea markets booths - do you usually follow a theme for awhile in your space, such as monochromatic things, all red things, Christmas, organic type stuff, etc.? Or do you have an assortment of things all the time?</p> <p>I'd like to do a themed booth every few months but it's so hard to store things until you have enough to effectively "stage" a booth.</p> <p>Just wanted to pick your brains on some of this. TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1541#post-21773 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 19:40:55 +0000 ladydianab 21773@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Helpee! I didn't know exactly where to post this so since it is about decorating I put it here. So.. I need help in making my little booth look nice. It is 3x4 and has 2 book cases about six foot each (the shelves can be moved) and a half wall with a pegboard. Not really much to work with. I have grand ideas but it would need a major re-do and my booth doesn't lend itself to renovation.</p> <p>Any ideas on what to do with bookcases would be greatly appreciated.</p> <p>diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1540#post-21766 Thu, 03 Feb 2011 13:37:30 +0000 okietxgurl 21766@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have a mobile home that we added a 16 X 64 add on to it is done with landscape timbers and looks absolutely awesome!!! However there is the mobile home side that looks well does ghetto get the picture across!! So i am looking for some ideas to redo the bad and the ugly side inside and out. the mobile home side has two bedrooms, kitchen, dining room and two bathrooms and a laundry room, I have started on the two bedrooms, but not completely satisfied with them. The biggest bedroom i have tape and textured the awful paneling, which by the way is throughout, needless to say was not easy but have to finish the trim, need to do the bathroom in there but we have made that room a workout room and i feel i don't need the bathroom so what to do!!! Then there is the need for space still!! Hmm! Then have re carpeted the other bedroom but it is my home/office that i have to get rid of that paneling and i have a murphy bed(fold up bed) for the closet (to have a guest bed, and i bought it second hand it's almost brand new for 150.00 what a pick huh!!) and need space in that room too and need a place to put my books !! Need help please </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1512#post-21362 Tue, 11 Jan 2011 21:47:10 +0000 Callef 21362@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm so excited - I get to take a trip next week to Dallas with a couple of girlfriends and we are going to the Red Shed in Grapevine! I've been a fan of their website &#38; blog for a long time, and have longed to see it in person. Do any of y'all know of other great vintage/antique/junk places in that general area of Texas or north of there? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1538#post-21738 Tue, 01 Feb 2011 19:17:12 +0000 ladydianab 21738@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As most of you know the midwest is being hammered by a major snowstorm. Just before the snow really began coming down hard I made my run to the grocery store. Coming back from the store I spotted a palm tree lamp at the curbside of one of the houses on my street. I have to say that I have never seen a palm tree lamp. It is in the shape of a palm tree with rope lights attached. I thought that maybe I could use it at my booth in the antique mall but now that it is in my garage it looks way too big. So.. what can I do with this poor lamp I rescued? LOL! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1535#post-21668 Fri, 28 Jan 2011 08:19:29 +0000 Blossom 21668@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The dreary afternoon was like any ordinary day &quot;In The Bleak Mid-Winter.&quot; It was Thursday and my day to work at the antiques store. Shoppers came, saw, and conquered--mostly items under twenty dollars. Phooey!</p> <p>Mid-afternoon came, and I was &quot;in my zone&quot;. I greeted. I located. I rang totals. I bagged. I well-wished. I was at the top of my game.</p> <p>And then SHE walked in. Blonde, mid-thirties, pleasant demeanor--this customer approached me with a puzzled look in her eyes.</p> <p>&quot;Do you buy furniture from people, she inquired.&quot; I gave her the typical pat answer, &quot;Maybe we do... and maybe we don't, Toots. Whatcha' got?&quot;</p> <p>She explained. &quot;Well, we have an antique couch that belonged to my mother. It hasn't been used too much, is sturdy, and we had it cleaned not too long ago. We have small children and it is no longer practical to keep it. It's in the back of our truck.&quot;</p> <p>I checked the store-status: only two customers. Yes, I could quickly take a peek at a couch I knowingly had zero booth-capacity for... and few funds with which to invest in what I imagined to be a broken-springed, horse hair contraption with decades worth of stains, termite damage, and dry rot.</p> <p>I was wrong.</p> <p>The couch was the softest shade of dove-gray . It's nail head pattern was scalloped. It had great lines and cabriolet legs. It was French Provincial all the way.</p> <p>It was then that the heavens opened I thought I heard the Hallelujah Chorus descending from the sky, &quot;We don't want to sell this couch, we just want it to receive a good home. It is going to rain tonight and I can't bear the thought at leaving it at a Goodwill drop-off site.&quot;</p> <p>This glorious harbinger of charitable kindness did not realize to whom she was talking. My mind quickly went into hyper-drive. After a one second deduction, I asked her if she and her very sweet and philanthropic husband would mind delivering their heirloom about three miles away....to my house!!! </p> <p> I told them my kids were there, but because they are so used to articles of furniture appearing from the oddest places, they wouldn't think twice of their presence in our driveway.</p> <p>What's more, we are in the process of constructing a new room where our warped and weary back deck once stood. </p> <p>Being the resourceful...okay, totally cheap...individuals we are, we have avoided retail furnishings. The bulk of our investment went toward arched windows, vaulted ceilings, a small heating unit, commercial grade carpet, and recessed lighting. </p> <p>For months I had been collecting furniture from curbs. That is, when I wasn't horse-trading wares from the antiques store. Thus far, I have collected a free wingback, a ten dollar wingback, a 50 dollar desk, a 40 dollar clock, a 45 dollar chandelier, and the cou de gras--an 1860's cupboard (aka entertainment center). </p> <p>The free couch (once upholstered in a French Country check) will be the icing on the cake.</p> <p>And it's the one piece I didn't have to sleuth, scrounge, barter or buy. It will forever remain in my memory as the day the dumpster came to me.</p> <p>Life is good!</p> <p>Greta</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1506#post-21283 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 12:43:07 +0000 daisytoad 21283@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Okay, I'm finally do a project that has been in my brain for a LONG time, I think it turned out great!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1449#post-20680 Mon, 22 Nov 2010 13:56:21 +0000 copperhead 20680@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am looking for one word ideas<br /> I cut an old yard stick off at 1/2 &#38; 25 1/2<br /> I drilled holes in each end<br /> I drilled holes under each number (1-25)<br /> I put a knot in a ribbon then poked it through the hole under #1 put an old metal 2 hole button on the ribbon then put the ribbon back through the same hole. On to hole #2 in the stick and add a button to the top side and so on up to 26. (the ribbon only shows on the top side where it goes through the button's holes)I should have made a cute little knot though. Then I tied ribbon on the two end holes to hang it. (Next time I'm just going to put a hole in one end and make it hang vertical instead of horizontal.)</p> <p>Now I need ideas what to hang on the buttons. I have a batch of old jingle bells I could hang from the buttons or go for different things at each button. BUT I like the idea of one word either with the bells or with the items or maybe all 3 - load it up good. I searched for ideas on line and came up not so happy... ANY IDEAS FOR CHRISTMASY WORDS? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1495#post-21179 Tue, 28 Dec 2010 04:50:23 +0000 copperhead 21179@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Since more and more Seniors are texting and tweeting, there appears to be a need for a STC (Senior Texting Code). Please use the following codes.</p> <p>ATD: At The Doctor's<br /> BFF: Best Friend Farted<br /> BTW: Bring The Wheelchair<br /> BYOT: Bring Your Own Teeth<br /> CBM: Covered By Medicare<br /> CUATSC: See You At The Senior Center<br /> DWI: Driving While Incontinent<br /> FWB: Friend With Beta Blockers<br /> FWIW: Forgot Where I Was<br /> FYI: Found Your Insulin<br /> GGPBL: Gotta Go, Pacemaker Battery Low!<br /> GHA: Got Heartburn Again<br /> HGBM: Had Good Bowel Movement<br /> IMHO: Is My Hearing-Aid On?<br /> LMDO: Laughing My Dentures Out<br /> LOL: Living On Lipitor<br /> LWO: Lawrence Welk's On<br /> OMMR: On My Massage Recliner<br /> OMSG: Oh My! Sorry, Gas.<br /> ROFL... CGU: Rolling On The Floor Laughing... And Can't Get Up<br /> SGGP: Sorry, Gotta Go Poop<br /> TTYL: Talk To You Louder<br /> WAITT: Who Am I Talking To?<br /> WTFA: Wet The Furniture Again<br /> WTP: Where's The Prunes?<br /> WWNO: Walker Wheels Need Oil </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1141#post-17319 Tue, 30 Mar 2010 13:48:24 +0000 summerrain 17319@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Me and my friend are planning a road trip, but we don't know where some of the good markets are. Does anyone know of any markets or cool antique shops..ect in the Kansas, Missouri, or Nebraska states? We are traveling from Colorado. Any information sites would be appreciated also.. thanks.</p> <p>summer </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1533#post-21624 Tue, 25 Jan 2011 18:49:31 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 21624@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i just got back from florida and sure enjoyed seeing another part of the countrys antique and junk stores.....<br /> also loved seeing how so many of the shops used art in lots of big ways...like whole floors, or big paintings on the walls..a few times i wished i had my truck withme....it woudl be a great state to buy garden and patio furniture!!! its good to be back tho... in our nice frigid bleak grey indiana...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> . </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1530#post-21546 Mon, 24 Jan 2011 09:50:31 +0000 huggybear38 21546@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>this is on my on line auction.. and since to me it looks like something one of you all would make, I thought you would enjoy it..<br /> Rustic antler motif glass top end table with wooden base<br /> at this time it is going for $88.00 just thought since some of you make a lot of your stuff you sell and some make from the antlers you would get a kick out of this table.. huggy</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1508#post-21298 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 16:04:54 +0000 copperhead 21298@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>During the winter DH wears sweat shirts for work. They don't come with breast pockets. He thinks he HAS to have a shirt pocket. I know this sounds kind of lame, but I carefully took a back pocket off some old jeans and stuck it on the 50 cent sweat shirt I got at the thrift store - it covers some odd logo. SIL saw it and wanted some too. DD says he needs a couple new ones - he doesn't wear anything else... They favor sort of BIG pockets I'll have you know. Nobody has made fun of them - more like sweat shirt pocket envy. DH just reminded me the 2 I made last year are getting ratty - hint??? I wonder if he would like the pockets off bibs? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1504#post-21256 Tue, 04 Jan 2011 13:42:07 +0000 daisytoad 21256@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've seen several garland strands made with book pages etc. how do you "string" the pages though? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=536#post-8134 Sat, 18 Jul 2009 21:57:14 +0000 Blossom Lane 8134@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know there are many veteran antique store owners, booth vendors, and ladies with a &quot;good eye&quot; and business sense to boot on here. I have learned so much from this site already! </p> <p>I would appreciate any advice, suggestions, and plain old feedback. This will be my first full month with the booth. I am close to paying my rent but terribly disappointed that after so much hard work, I feel the need to mark down prices in an attempt to make a profit.</p> <p>The antique mall, in general, has a lot of patrons. I am there enough to notice their comings and goings. I know that sales are based upon the right items, the right person, and the right time. Any sage wisdom would be appreciated.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1526#post-21516 Sat, 22 Jan 2011 09:10:18 +0000 junkernewbie 21516@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>hi all - </p> <p>I'm fairly new to upstate SC and am looking for good salvage/junking places as well as antique/junk markets/shows. Any thoughts? I found Architectural Warehouse in Tryon/Landrum and am checking that out this weekend. A drive to Western NC is also within reach. Atlanta &#38; Charlotte would be doable but not often.</p> <p>thanks for any help you can give! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1524#post-21503 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 13:00:21 +0000 gigi 21503@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i've always loved a screen door/menu-recipe holder made by tina (thats posted on margo's junkin journal site under door projects)</p> <p>never found a door to make my own, but happened across a mini one at goodwill. soooo excited to finally have one even though it's smurfed size!! i love it!!!!</p> <p>hop over there and take a look at original....tea cakes recipe on a white screened door...you'll love it too!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1523#post-21488 Thu, 20 Jan 2011 07:09:56 +0000 lovecrafting 21488@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know the new FMS is coming out soon but I am getting impatient waiting. I haven't seen many new books or magazines out but I rarely make it to the bookstore. Got am Amazon gift card for Christmas and want to use it today since it is snowing and I am stuck at home. Any suggestions? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1525#post-21508 Fri, 21 Jan 2011 21:12:28 +0000 Callef 21508@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi everybody!<br /> I'm a little discouraged by low booth sales and wondering if I should "branch out" to selling some things on Etsy or Ebay. I've sold a small painting once on Ebay a few years ago and that's my only online selling experience. Which is easier and cheaper as far as fees are concerned? How do you figure what your shipping cost will be? Any advice &#38; comments will be most welcome. Hope everybody is having a terrific Friday evening! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1516#post-21386 Wed, 12 Jan 2011 19:40:26 +0000 Leveta 21386@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is not Junk related. We went to lowes today and took our 3 and 4 yrs old GKs. We were looking around while DH was getting some things. We come upon a jar with a butterfly in it. At first I thought it was some kind of feeder. After reading on the box there was a button you pushed and the butterfly started flying around in the jar. Well needless to say, after GKs seen it it came home with us. DH thought it was real and wanted to know what we were going to feed it...lol </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1519#post-21437 Mon, 17 Jan 2011 07:59:08 +0000 SecondHandRosie 21437@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Planning on going in the next few weeks for a couple of days - I know there are shops and shops and shops of teeshirts, etc. Are there some neat places to junk there? Somebody give me some ideas, please. TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=339#post-4506 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:28:34 +0000 SecondHandRosie 4506@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Bought these two cute little tables at the Goodwill yesterday with the intention of reselling them in my booth and making a little $ on them. DH repainted the metal frames and I cleaned the tops really well. Had planned on putting a tag on them suggesting they be used as plant stands, kids' eating tray tables or coloring/art tables, maybe funky end tables?</p> <p>My mistake? I took them into my kitchen and saw how well they go with everything in there! LOL</p> <p>Do you ever do that - or am I the ONLY maladjusted one!?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=76#post-653 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 15:08:25 +0000 SecondHandRosie 653@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Don't even remember where or when I got this but I sure want to do SOMETHING with it! Anybody have any ideas?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1520#post-21454 Mon, 17 Jan 2011 19:00:05 +0000 Callef 21454@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found a great website &#38; ebook called "Selling in an Antique Mall". I downloaded their ebook and found it extremely helpful, and the price is very reasonable. They have a couple of articles posted about how to price items for your booth.</p> <p><a href="http://sellinginanantiquemall.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://sellinginanantiquemall.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1510#post-21329 Mon, 10 Jan 2011 06:38:35 +0000 Blossom 21329@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was meandering through the store yesterday and found this nifty item.</p> <p>It has no markings, is thick ceramic, and is the funniest mug I have seen! I love how the lid keeps your beverage warm/cool.</p> <p>It is the perfect mug, and I knew my JR friends would get a kick out of it!!! ; )</p> <p>Greta</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1502#post-21248 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 17:22:13 +0000 Leveta 21248@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I picked up the Spring(doesn't that word sound nice)Romantic Country mag today. It's the first one I bought since last yr around this time. It has some good stuff in it. Flea market Flair and the Best barn sales across the country... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1511#post-21354 Tue, 11 Jan 2011 13:42:35 +0000 simplelife16 21354@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey friends! Just got done with my first EVER pillow-making project! I used an old sugar sack and old burlap feed sack with thick cotton on the back. I was wondering if anyone has a remedy to stop the burlap from shedding? I have heard starch or Elmer's glue, but since it's a pillow I don't want it to be stiff like that. Any suggestions? Thanks!:) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1514#post-21369 Wed, 12 Jan 2011 13:06:11 +0000 Leveta 21369@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Was it on this site that had the christmas lightbulbs that were made into cute little bugs??? I thought I saved it but couldn't find it...I'm a DUH head... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1513#post-21368 Wed, 12 Jan 2011 12:55:58 +0000 huggybear38 21368@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Saw this the other day and thought to myself I use to use one of those when I was little..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1505#post-21278 Thu, 06 Jan 2011 08:38:13 +0000 huggybear38 21278@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>THIS AUCTION IS IN OHIO, CHECK OUT THE CLEAN OUT SHED.. WOW.. I AM STAYING CLEAR OF THIS AUCTION.. MY SON WOULD KILL ME.</p> <p><a href="http://www.ebthauctions.org/cgi-bin/mndetails.cgi?ebth23" rel="nofollow">http://www.ebthauctions.org/cgi-bin/mndetails.cgi?ebth23</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1509#post-21318 Sun, 09 Jan 2011 03:28:40 +0000 Leveta 21318@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Where are you girlfriend?? Hope your Ok... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=334#post-4464 Mon, 13 Apr 2009 19:21:28 +0000 robolady 4464@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found these bed springs with hooks on them recently, and have had fun hooking them on just about anything and everything. this project could be done with any cone shaped bed spring. if there is no hook, just wire it onto your container. The cups inside are just regular votive cups. My plant needs to be a bit larger for the bucket, but that will come in time.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1467#post-20836 Sat, 04 Dec 2010 18:38:59 +0000 mcnaughton 20836@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I came into a nice solid twin box spring sans cloth today. I need advice for the best market. Ebay, Craigslist, other? I might re-purpose some, but the $ would be better. Suggested price per spring? Thanks, pals. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=979#post-15232 Thu, 07 Jan 2010 15:22:50 +0000 copperhead 15232@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here is a link to a Kim Komando video on<br /> 'Curb Mining'<br /> <a href="http://videos.komando.com/2010/01/06/" rel="nofollow">http://videos.komando.com/2010/01/06/</a><br /> enjoy! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1507#post-21295 Fri, 07 Jan 2011 10:21:36 +0000 mississippigirl 21295@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Heading to Fairhope , Al today would like to know if anybody know where there are some Junk Stores in the area! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1499#post-21213 Fri, 31 Dec 2010 08:53:17 +0000 huggybear38 21213@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I would like to take this time to wish each and everyone of my JR buddies and VERY HAPPY AND SAFE NEW YEAR... MAY ALL YOUR WISHES COME TRUE.. AND MAY YOU HAVE A HEALTHY 2011<br /> HUGGYBEAR </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1501#post-21238 Sun, 02 Jan 2011 22:14:06 +0000 Callef 21238@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The flea market was open here in Tulsa New Year's Day and my husband agreed to go! We compromised - he tends to take a quick stroll-through and is done looking and bored after about half an hour. I know, hard to believe, but it's true! I, on the other hand, would gladly spend hours looking at everything in detail. So, I disciplined myself to speed it up and focus, and I found several fabulous things! This frame is one of my favorite finds - for $12! Woohoo! There was nothing in it when I bought it, just the glass and a piece of cardboard. The picture of Christ came from an 1883 Bible I already had (an estate sale find). The Bible is literally falling apart so I have been salvaging the wonderful pictures for framing. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1482#post-21021 Fri, 17 Dec 2010 19:06:34 +0000 tricia 21021@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I stopped at the GW store in Columbus, NE a couple days ago: They had hundreds and hundreds Christmas items. I got several neat items. The clerk said they just aren't selling, and they were going to have to have a sale or pack it all up again. What does this mean when so many nice items are being given away? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=344#post-4589 Sun, 19 Apr 2009 15:26:32 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 4589@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>im reviving my business blog <a href="http://www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com</a> its for a more business slant....we are in things from etsy to the mall to our store...so i have and like info from and about all of these..... today i put susan boyle on the blog..and a review of the texas shows....and lots of business opinions...humble of course!!!!<br /> ann </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=944#post-14783 Sat, 19 Dec 2009 21:38:09 +0000 junxtaposition 14783@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>well, since the temps have dropped and sent us about 8&quot; snow, it's time to make our ice wreaths. they are so cool..and if it stays cold they last. you fill old bunt cake pans with water, (and you are supposed to use greens, berries, sticks, whatever..but we like ours plain) set them outside to freeze, run water over them and pop out the ice and hang. voila ! ice wreath ! the kids love 'em.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1494#post-21173 Mon, 27 Dec 2010 08:33:07 +0000 huggybear38 21173@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>One of the young mothers at work moved to her new apartment and she bought a zebra shower curtain.. she does not have much so i thought I would give her a little something special.. I bought two bath towels and two hand towels in white and added a strip of zebra fabric to them to hang when she has company come over..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1486#post-21056 Mon, 20 Dec 2010 10:30:00 +0000 huggybear38 21056@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Since I had the chance to get most of my Christmas shopping done, only a few gifts left to buy, I was able to do some sewing over the weekend.. I am making Cloth Diaper Burp Cloths and they are turning out soo cute. made with Gerber Cloth prefolded diapers and added a strip of pretty flannel to the center.. my neighbor across the road from my house is having her first baby and so I though she would enjoy them and I am making her a fleece blanket too.. If any of you are sewers might want to try these Burp Cloths.. just google Instructions for making Burp Cloths out of Cloth Diapers.. and you will get several different ideas.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1496#post-21191 Tue, 28 Dec 2010 19:47:14 +0000 justcraftin 21191@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My grandson has to provide the take home treats for the valentine's party. I would like something that we could make together. Some crafty project. Very new to all of this. Thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1497#post-21194 Tue, 28 Dec 2010 20:01:59 +0000 momlvcntrt 21194@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>after seeing it on here had to make one for my son-in-law for christmas. he loved it and couldnt have been easier to make. i think something like that would sell great around he. people pride themselves on being redneck.lollol lol </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=500#post-7195 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 09:32:49 +0000 paintwife 7195@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>O.K. ladies gather your supplies. You'll need the following:<br /> a plastic flower pot<br /> 8&quot; plastic funnel<br /> all weather construction adhesive<br /> strips of bark<br /> a coffe can full of small stones or gravel<br /> a dead branch or two, about 1 1/2 diam.<br /> small piece of copper wire </p> <p>I'll be back in a while to show you what your making LOL<br /> Ain't I a tease</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1493#post-21154 Sat, 25 Dec 2010 14:24:01 +0000 copperhead 21154@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Someone on Craig's list has some 8x8 cut up old skateboard pieces for free. I'm hoping he still has them... We've been emailing this afternoon... My SIL hauled scrappy pieces of plywood home from work so there is a big pile of it in the garage. The breezeway of the ugly little cottage's roof leaked real bad - DH fixed that but the rest of the moldy ceiling needs to be taken down and replaced. I'm wondering if the plywood and skateboard pieces could go on the ceiling (we haven't worked on the place in ages...) BUT I also have a huge collection of ceramic odds and ends. I was wanting to do kind of a crazy quilt design with them for the floor. There is concrete under the vinyl - the vinyl is peeling off - except for the bits that are stuck forever... This is probably the ugliest room in the house. Would it be too much artistic touch to do both crazy quilt on the floor and odd tiles on the ceiling in the same room? The walls are some sort of crumbling block and it has to come out too. Some past owner had a dog grooming business in there and someone yanked out what ever equipment was built in so walls were destroyed in the process. There are pipes all over the place... This room has a very low ceiling. Any ideas for free or almost free walls? Something that would be interesting and add height? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1488#post-21110 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 16:27:54 +0000 chiccottagejunk 21110@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Newcomer Lindsea / simplelife16 was wondering where we get our junk and I can't find an old topic already started for this. So....</p> <p>I am on the junk seeking wagon and have been for about 8 months now. I used to find cool junk at:</p> <p>Estate sales (especially in the garage or barn)<br /> Flea markets<br /> Garage sales<br /> Church rummage sales<br /> Roadside rescues (ask our Dumpster Diving Diva Greta (Blossom Lane) about that!)<br /> Family<br /> Thrift stores<br /> Salvage store</p> <p>Let's pool our resource ideas to help our new friend and then also, we might all learn of some new spots to try.</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1492#post-21137 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 19:20:07 +0000 Leveta 21137@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Merry Christmas to all my Junk Friends...And God Bless you richly this New Year... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1491#post-21131 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 08:15:39 +0000 MayMay 21131@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Anyone know where these might be available (used?) near Port Charlotte, FL? Thanks!!! <a href="mailto:2crosbys@comcast.net">2crosbys@comcast.net</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1478#post-20980 Tue, 14 Dec 2010 13:49:09 +0000 Fallen Timbers 20980@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Howdy!<br /> Boy do I have a story for you. Last spring I decided to use some fallen trees to build a woodshed. Over the next eight months I managed to build a small cabin out of dead trees and found materials. Total cost for the cabin so far has been under $200.00. In the process I've reclaimed some old decking for the floor, refurbished some old cookware for the campfire and cleaned up a salvaged kerosene heater to keep me warm. The project is still &quot;in progress&quot; and can be followed @ <a href="http://houseoffallentimbers.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://houseoffallentimbers.blogspot.com/</a><br /> Happy Holidays Everyone!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1490#post-21130 Fri, 24 Dec 2010 08:11:36 +0000 MayMay 21130@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>For a great day, go upstairs to the Arcadia Opera House on Oak Street. Fantastic selection of posters and vinyls. Lots and lots! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1489#post-21119 Wed, 22 Dec 2010 20:40:44 +0000 chiccottagejunk 21119@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This auction ends tomorrow, but I thought I'd post it. I couldn't believe that they have over 1000 old keys up for auction for a mere $700 starting bid. Really?!</p> <p>Junxtaposition - are you salivating???</p> <p><a href="http://cgi.ebay.com/Over-1000-Vintage-Typewriter-Keys-Flat-/130467555200?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&#38;hash=item1e6078e780#ht_500wt_1001" rel="nofollow">http://cgi.ebay.com/Over-1000-Vintage-Typewriter-Keys-Flat-/130467555200?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&#38;hash=item1e6078e780#ht_500wt_1001</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1481#post-21004 Fri, 17 Dec 2010 07:25:08 +0000 chiccottagejunk 21004@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>And there were in the same country shepherds abiding in the field, keeping watch over their flock by night.</p> <p>And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid.</p> <p>And the angel said unto them,</p> <p>Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.</p> <p>For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord.</p> <p>And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.</p> <p>And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,</p> <p>Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.</p> <p>LUKE 2:8-14</p> <p>That's what Christmas is all about Charlie Brown.</p> <p>Although I have been AWOL most of the year, I think of you often! May all of my Junkin' Buddies have a Blessed Christmas and Prosperous New Year!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1483#post-21031 Sat, 18 Dec 2010 19:33:54 +0000 junxtaposition 21031@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>if you have hours (haha) to spend, check out this blog party..it is a huge (at over 700 now) list of links to holiday decorations...some are pretty, some are funky, some are junky, some are shabby....whatever your pleasure you will find here...</p> <p>happy hopping </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1485#post-21042 Sun, 19 Dec 2010 19:30:25 +0000 DPumm 21042@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have you heard of junk necklaces or made them? The owner of the store where I sell was telling me about them. Someone came in wearing one, she said it's like a charm bracklet with all kinds of little odds and ends like things you would find in the junk drawer. I thought if I knew what they are called I'd look on the web. Diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1480#post-20999 Thu, 16 Dec 2010 20:07:16 +0000 copperhead 20999@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey it is time to start get off our butts and think about getting a bit of exercise. </p> <p>Here’s the exercise:</p> <p>Begin by standing on a comfortable surface, where you have plenty of room at each side.</p> <p>With a 5-lb potato sack in each hand, extend your arms straight out from your sides and</p> <p>hold them there as long as you can. Try to reach a full minute, and then relax.</p> <p>Each day you’ll find that you can hold this position for just a bit longer.</p> <p>After a couple of weeks, move up to 10-lb potato sacks. Then try 50-lb potato sacks</p> <p>and then eventually try to get to where you can lift a 100-lb potato sack in each</p> <p>hand and hold your arms straight for more than a full minute.<br /> After you feel confident at that level, put a potato in each of the sacks. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1474#post-20931 Fri, 10 Dec 2010 11:54:56 +0000 huggybear38 20931@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The Ford Dealership I work for had a Women's Expo and had about 40 vendors and fashion show and give aways, etc.. we had many items donated to us to raffel off and all the money we earned which was over $16,300.00 goes to Susan G. Komen Foundation for Breast Cancer or Cancer Awearness ... It was just awesome and such a great turn out.. I helped my niece with her table , she does the Scentsy wickless candles.. and so I made the Feather Ornaments and used the Pink feathers.. we gave the to many of the Cancer Surviors and to others that stopped by our table. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=262#post-3146 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 07:31:38 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 3146@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>do you know of any places where they talk about the business of junk? the styles, the colors, the general buzz....<br /> i like to hear all about it on here too, whats going on in your neighborhood?<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1470#post-20892 Tue, 07 Dec 2010 23:19:08 +0000 Blossom 20892@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have you ever had the best of intentions of buying gifts for others and then wind up finding nifty, too-good-to-pass-up items for yourself, instead??</p> <p>It happened to me last week. A vendor came in with two Victorian Salvage pieces and I took one look....and bought them on the spot.</p> <p>Of course, to appease my guilty conscience, I told my DH that I considered the pieces to be Christmas gifts from him to me.</p> <p>Hmm, I wonder if he will buy me a few gifts that are REALLY from him?</p> <p>Gee, I hope so.</p> <p>Greta</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1479#post-20997 Thu, 16 Dec 2010 13:58:30 +0000 ltcricket 20997@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am new to the junking world. I am about 3 months in now. I am trying to keep good records to know where my money goes and what makes money. So my question is when at an auction and buy a box lot how do you assign a value to all the items in the box.<br /> I was thinking about just going through the box and finding what I am going to sell and dividing the the total cost by ever how many pieces I find to sell. So if I have 10 items in the box and 5 are sellable and the box cost me $5 that would be $1 each for cost of item. I was wondering is that how you experts do it or is there other ways. Thanks alot!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1471#post-20899 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 11:06:50 +0000 Barb CountryLane 20899@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I recently got a BUNCH of old clay flower pots. They are all used, and have the patina that comes with age. They range from 1" to 4", and also have the saucers. </p> <p>I have no idea how much to sell them for. Any ideas? I'd like to sell them individually, or maybe in sets of 4 or 6.</p> <p>I saw some on ebay - 17 pots for $279.00. They didn't get a bid - I wouldn't think so at that price! I'd settle for much, much, much less than that LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1469#post-20870 Mon, 06 Dec 2010 22:00:40 +0000 Blossom 20870@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought about seven doors from Victorian home that was being razed this summer.</p> <p>I painted a small, white door red and then dry painted black over the red. The canvas snowman was in my garage...it fit the door perfectly.<br /> I had the white over-door hanger amongst my inventory. All floral material is from my stash, too. I painted the brass door handle black.</p> <p>I freed the transom window from it's door casing, dry-painted red over its original blue color, added moulding in two corners and then used an ornate old hinge as a means to hang the window.</p> <p>I took them over to my booth tonight!!!</p> <p>If buyers don't like them....I still will....and will use them in my house!! ; ) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1477#post-20967 Mon, 13 Dec 2010 12:22:31 +0000 Mrs.M 20967@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Can anyone recommend some great places to go junk market/antique shopping in the Phoenix metro area. In particular does anyone know of places in Scottsdale, Mesa, Tempe or Chandler?<br /> What about any "shabby-chic" type stores?</p> <p>thanks for the help!!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1476#post-20949 Sat, 11 Dec 2010 15:26:12 +0000 LuAnn 20949@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Been on a &quot;sheet music&quot; project kick lately. I've seen these done before but have put my own spin on them. Even my daughter loves the tree. Found the music holder at a recent ES--doesn't it fit in just right???</p> <p>LuAnn</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1468#post-20849 Sun, 05 Dec 2010 18:19:57 +0000 copperhead 20849@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>know anybody like this???</p> <p>"What is Freeganism:</p> <p>Freeganism is an anti-consumerist movement. It takes issue with society's focus on buying new and throwing away old (but still useful) items. In the simplest terms, freeganism is a reaction against the waste of resources. Participants, known as "freegans," have two main goals: to buy as little as possible and to use only what they need.</p> <p>How Freegans Accomplish Their Goals:</p> <p>To mimimize their participation in the consumer economy, freegans forgo shopping in stores, and instead rely on alternative sources for their needs – even food. This may include:</p> <p> * Dumpster diving<br /> * Curb shopping<br /> * Bartering or trading<br /> * Foraging for wild food<br /> * Sharing<br /> * Gardening</p> <p>Freegans also attempt to limit their impact on the world by using fuel-friendly modes of transportation (biking, walking, public transportation and carpooling), recycling, composting and reducing their energy consumption.</p> <p>Common Characteristics of a Freegan:</p> <p>While freegans are a diverse group, with a wide-range of life experiences and interests, members do tend to share certain characteristics. The typical freegan is:</p> <p> * Committed to living off the wastes of capitalism<br /> * An environmental, political, or animal-rights activist (or some combination of the three)<br /> * A vegan or meegan (only eating meat that would have gone to waste)<br /> * A strong supporter of his/her community<br /> * Interested in being (or already) free from the restraints of a paying job"</p> <p>well, MAYBE... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1475#post-20946 Sat, 11 Dec 2010 09:20:33 +0000 mcnaughton 20946@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was looking for some ideas to make my tomato cage into a Christmas tree to display in my front door crock. I came across this blog: <a href="http://sweatersurgery.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://sweatersurgery.blogspot.com/</a> . I liked the blog name and some of the ideas I saw. You? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1472#post-20903 Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:30:03 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 20903@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>we just got a big pile of nice ceiling tin and heres what we are making.... <a href="http://www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques</a><br /> also we got some long thin curved pieces and son jon is flattening them and making shelves....also we are selling the pieces as found....which is pretty rough and rusty....<br /> these are pretty big and good for tall rooms....<br /> so im looking for more tin projects...<br /> i love saving this old beautiful stuff....<br /> ann </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1063#post-16293 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 11:24:36 +0000 jillruth 16293@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just a reminder that the February edition of "Junk"le Bells will be up on the 22nd and you can post up until Fri. the 26th.<br /> For details check here:<br /> <a href="http://jillruth.blogspot.com/2010/01/junkle-bells-trial-run.html" rel="nofollow">http://jillruth.blogspot.com/2010/01/junkle-bells-trial-run.html</a></p> <p>and for the Jan. edition, see here:<br /> <a href="http://jillruth.blogspot.com/2010/01/junkle-bells-in-january.html" rel="nofollow">http://jillruth.blogspot.com/2010/01/junkle-bells-in-january.html</a></p> <p>I'd love for all of you to join up!<br /> Thanks,<br /> Jill </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=118#post-1088 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 15:27:14 +0000 momlvcntrt 1088@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i have a million old cd's laying around.i am thinking sun catcher or wind chime anyone with any oter suggestions would really be appreciated </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1466#post-20828 Fri, 03 Dec 2010 21:04:15 +0000 geeme 20828@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have you seen the hillbilly wine glasses??? So cute, just glue a mason jar onto a small candle stick. put a bow on and if you put the mason jar lid and rim on it , it is a wine glass to go... also called a white lightning glass. Selling on etsy for five and up... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1463#post-20809 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 07:55:24 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 20809@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i just put some fun customer pictures on my blog.... <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> what i like about having a store like this is that its fun for the customers...not like if we were dentists or lawyers ..... they do come here for a good time!!!! usually...<br /> and almost everybody has a project going on which is pretty neat to hear about...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1465#post-20818 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 21:17:11 +0000 sundaymorningvintage 20818@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Anyone willing to share what kind of Profits they are making monthly in renting space selling Vintage clothing? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1464#post-20814 Wed, 01 Dec 2010 17:36:02 +0000 lovetogarden46 20814@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is the last one I promise!! Have to get going on other stuff for craft show. Thanks for looking.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1461#post-20797 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 14:36:21 +0000 lovetogarden46 20797@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We made this from old glass blocks. Thanks for looking</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1462#post-20801 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 18:20:30 +0000 lovetogarden46 20801@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've gotten quit a few done. Hope you enjoy looking at them. Sorry they're a little blurry.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1460#post-20795 Tue, 30 Nov 2010 10:44:19 +0000 lovetogarden46 20795@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here's more ornie covers I've been making. tfl</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1459#post-20765 Sat, 27 Nov 2010 08:04:34 +0000 SecondHandRosie 20765@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It is not a really big, ornate one, but it's neat and rusty and interesting looking! I've cleaned it up and was going to show it off to good use (with something!?) and then just decided to sell it as is. I usually put tags on my things with suggested uses for them, etc. I thought that it would look neat with small containers of plants in it - or Christmas greenery and a big red bow, etc.</p> <p>Any more ideas that I could list? TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1450#post-20699 Wed, 24 Nov 2010 14:21:11 +0000 SecondHandRosie 20699@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What's a great one for stains? I bought half a dozen old cotton aprons. Two or three are in great shape. The others? Not so good, but they were a dime each! LOL</p> <p>What's a good spray/soak for them? TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1458#post-20741 Fri, 26 Nov 2010 10:31:02 +0000 elodie 20741@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>hey everyone, i heard talk of jacobean wallpaper on a home show i was watching last week, been trying to find some but the best i can come up with is sure to not be genuine, although gorgeous stuff id rather have something rescued from an old house or somehting reproduced exactly... i know it could get costly but for the right thing id be willing to shelf out. can anyone help my search? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1446#post-20634 Tue, 16 Nov 2010 10:51:12 +0000 jillruth 20634@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am doing a craft show this weekend and have to have my tables skirted. There will be 2, eight foot tables. I found out it doesn't have to be fancy. One person just draped extra table cloths over to the floor. I would like to do something besides that if possible. I googled and found the suggestion of two sided carpet tape to hold the skirting on. I guess then the table cloth would hang over that.<br /> I could sure use suggestions on how to skirt a table...what to use to attach, how to attach, what order to attach, what to make it out of, etc. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1455#post-20736 Fri, 26 Nov 2010 08:53:20 +0000 gigi 20736@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>great idea for kids at christmas....gram gave me the idea....she's so talented at repurposing!!</p> <p>*take an old baby food jar, remove all label and gunk.<br /> *take some flat stones/gems/jingle bells/beads/buttons, etc....whatever you have laying around and hot glue them on the side in a pattern, hap-hazardly, etc.<br /> *fill with candies, small votive light, use as a nametag table setting,fill with remaining buttons/gems/beads, etc and put in a window to catch the light/ line your steps inside-out with them and illuminate.....etc. etc. </p> <p>sort of like a mason jar idea gone mini!!!<br /> i just love gram!!! she's so talented!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1452#post-20710 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 02:23:39 +0000 Lynn 20710@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Wishing everyone a very safe and Happy Thanksgiving!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1422#post-20485 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 19:07:32 +0000 JunKAllie 20485@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey Ladies-<br /> Long time no talk! :-) Just wondering if anyone has any cool ideas for a shower curtain. I'm looking for something unique. Basically its for our guest bath. Its a tub/shower combo, so typical 6ish yards for fabric but just looking for something fun and different!<br /> Thanks!<br /> Happy Halloween! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1454#post-20724 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 09:29:05 +0000 copperhead 20724@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've been playing around with some cut apart yoyos I found at the Goodwill Outlet... Who ever cut them apart knicked some of them too - so they are a bit damaged... I took an old opened up zipper and sewed some of the 'rescued' yoyo's on it - looks like a Christmas tree... I started at the closed end and sewed on a gold yoyo and a button in the middle of the yoyo. Then a little ways down I sewed 2 yoyos with buttons in their middles. Then I sewed 4 farther down. Then it looked sort of naked so I sewed another across the "bottom" in a row between the zip piece and the other end. The only problem is that it droops when you hold it up - I mean REALLY droops. I'm wondering if I need to glue it to something or put a wire in there... or throw it out... Maybe I should have left the zipper closed up. I wanted to give it a tree shape from the open zipper... I'm thinking about some old paper doll pages but the only one I have that is big enough (all there) is the underwear page... Maybe some Christmas music would be a bit better? Maybe I should dig around to see if I have another couple zippers and turn it into a star or something. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1453#post-20713 Thu, 25 Nov 2010 05:22:32 +0000 Leveta 20713@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I want to wish everyone here and their familys a HAPPY THANKSGIVING...And God Bless... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1069#post-16355 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 21:02:43 +0000 mcnaughton 16355@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm wondering if anyone has come up with an idea for reusing an old typewriter once the keys are removed. I made a message center out of one by removing everything in the key area and then inserting a ribbon-decorated basket in the opening. The basket holds note paper, pens, etc, and notes are left in the carriage. </p> <p>Now I need another idea for another typewriter. Any ideas or pics? I can't do those nifty sculptures. I need a low-skill kind of project! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1338#post-19579 Wed, 11 Aug 2010 09:43:10 +0000 Blossom 19579@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have you:</p> <p>**Seen roadside must-haves and made an quick U-turn lately?</p> <p>**Knocked on a door and asked to haul away a &quot;treasure&quot;?</p> <p>**Brought home something that was marked &quot;free&quot; (and soon<br /> after wondered, &quot;Why&quot;?)</p> <p>**Been amazed by a recent freebie?</p> <p>&quot;A truly rich person is one whose loved ones run into his arms when his hands are empty.&quot;- Anonymous</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1441#post-20591 Tue, 09 Nov 2010 18:00:53 +0000 chiccottagejunk 20591@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://freshhomeblog.com/2010/10/reader-re-do-anna-and-katies-locker-pantry/?pmcode=IAFED998&#38;_mid=742133&#38;_rid=742133.590401.44325" rel="nofollow">http://freshhomeblog.com/2010/10/reader-re-do-anna-and-katies-locker-pantry/?pmcode=IAFED998&#38;_mid=742133&#38;_rid=742133.590401.44325</a></p> <p>I hope this link works. It's a kitchen pantry made from old lockers. I LOVE this idea!</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1438#post-20567 Sat, 06 Nov 2010 07:53:18 +0000 Meadowview Farm 20567@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>There are two things you can always count on this time of year in Wisconsin: Cold Weather &#38; Deer Hunting</p> <p>In a nod to both, I will be having a one day Barn Sale: "Does on the Go" on Saturday, November 20th from 9-5.</p> <p>It has been fun to 'holiday up' the hayloft -- putting on some Christmas music, decorating trees, adding more twinkle lights, toting up a space heater or two, setting up for hot apple cider... </p> <p>Snow-shoe on over to my blog for pictures and details. **May even post a give-away yet this week.</p> <p><a href="http://www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com</a></p> <p>Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1410#post-20354 Tue, 19 Oct 2010 04:03:13 +0000 copperhead 20354@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just brainstorming...<br /> I found a couple books of uncut doll clothes for a quarter - dolls are gone. Any ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1447#post-20640 Wed, 17 Nov 2010 17:08:55 +0000 jillruth 20640@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone ever used aluminum foil tape in a craft or project. As I went to buy my tablecloths at WM last night I saw this tape and in a really weak moment bought it. It was so SHINY! Now, what am I going to do with it? Yes, I opened it so can't return it. I said it was SHINY! I had to open it! It seems to have such potential... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1448#post-20661 Fri, 19 Nov 2010 17:45:44 +0000 junxtaposition 20661@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>anyone have any idea how to drill thru a knife blade...i am trying to make xmas ornies with vintage knives...and am having a heck of a time drilling through the blade part...my son says it's because it's tempered ???? any tips ?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1444#post-20618 Sat, 13 Nov 2010 11:59:18 +0000 LuAnn 20618@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>There is a new HGTV series that will air on Mondays at 10pm starting January 3rd (can't remember the name). This series is filmed here in Michigan at Estate Sales. JH and I were at one today they were filming at. Very exciting. If you get the chance take a look.</p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1445#post-20630 Sun, 14 Nov 2010 11:37:46 +0000 mcnaughton 20630@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So, my husband got his longed-for big screen TV which did not fit into our 25 yr. old 6' vertical,traditional oak entertainment center. We re-worked the old center by removing the top 2/3 via saw, leaving the bottom third which is a cabinet with doors. We made a new "cap" for the top from a piece of mdf with a nice piece of oak trim around it. The cap was screwed in place, puttied and the whole unit painted SW Black Bean. Now the only components we need fit in the cabinet where the turntable (remember records???), etc used to live. For about $28 we have a new stand for the new TV. TaDa! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1427#post-20528 Tue, 02 Nov 2010 11:25:08 +0000 jayweezy1477 20528@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I live on a ranch and have been scavenging around. I see alot carcases, such cow, goat, coyote and etc., it's a shame I haven't come across any odeas on how to use them instead of leaving them on the ground. I welcome any ideas. I am new to this site and have enjoyed all the ideas. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1440#post-20586 Mon, 08 Nov 2010 09:00:18 +0000 jillruth 20586@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey all you creative junkers! I'm offering a challenge, sorry, but there is no prize except to share ideas!! I've been thinking for a long time about what can be repurposed/altered/ etc. to make a tissue box &quot;a la junk&quot;. So far, this is what I have: a tin loaf pan and a clock case. I'd love to see what you all can come up with. Maybe just redoing one you already have with paint and embellishments.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1442#post-20594 Tue, 09 Nov 2010 19:57:14 +0000 Prior 20594@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My sister and I are on the Mabank Christmas Tour this year...we are decorating the school board room. And I am decorating a table, just for fun...not to really eat, as if the board members were having a meal. Our overall theme will be snowy, white, rusty...We had a cloche theme last year. Here is what I've made to hold the silverware. Would love to see some pics of other junky tablescapes and will be posting more about mine, too.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1443#post-20600 Wed, 10 Nov 2010 13:19:34 +0000 Suzan 20600@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi all, when going through my father's home, I discovered 4 wooden toy boats. They ar missing the masts, and sails but the hulls are beautiful and all the more special because my father and uncle made them over 70 years ago. I want to mount them on the wall above my fireplace with the keels facing outward as that is the most interesting part of the boats. I don't want to damage the boats with mounting nails. I am thinking rope is a good idea but can't seem to get it to look right. Any ideas from all you talented folks? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1416#post-20437 Wed, 27 Oct 2010 08:40:50 +0000 Blossom 20437@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Last year, at a yard sale, I happened upon a &quot;free&quot; wing back chair. The chair was in great structural shape, but the upholstery had seen better days.</p> <p>After one year in my warehouse (aka garage), I have been inspired to reupholster it.</p> <p>My inspiration comes from the fact that we are converting our 10'x 24' back deck into an office/den. </p> <p>I am leaning toward the Country French look.</p> <p>I found the comforter in a clearance aisle.</p> <p>I found the courage to attempt reupholstering in my checkbook!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1426#post-20522 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 18:01:14 +0000 copperhead 20522@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Do any of you celebrate St Nickolas day? I can't remember what day it was - been way too long... I just remember my Grandpa put coins, nuts, candies and fruit in our shoes/boots during the night. I can't remember when it was though. I understand it is some old German custom (that fits...) I have a pair of old wooden shoes would be fun to do up. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1425#post-20517 Mon, 01 Nov 2010 09:35:29 +0000 designerbyheart 20517@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I want to open up my trailer. What is stopping this idea is my pantry/closet that is used. Mainly the pantry....I can get rid of closet no problem. I want an open flow....right now it has a lot of wasted space. Any suggestions with a country theme is apprecaited. I love rustic/french country look. Just need a jump start. Attached is the kitchen room/looking into open unused space and then the entrance which is the other side of kitchen and the wall that is my hindrance! :)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=695#post-11440 Sat, 29 Aug 2009 02:10:15 +0000 mypips33 11440@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>First off i want to say hi fellow bloggers, i am new and just love this blog and all it creativeness..is that a word?Lol.</p> <p>Ok so here is my question- i am going to be purcashing a double wide mobile home soon and i want to totally renovate it either French country or Shabby Chic and no matter what i want brown flooring in my kitchen- any ideas?</p> <p>I was really looking for pics of like renovated trailers or inside trailers, you get the jist rite? I only found one site that directed me to a beautiful Shabby Chic trailer in a country living magazine, but i want more..........more i say.help ladies.Nice to meet you all and thanks so much </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1415#post-20403 Fri, 22 Oct 2010 18:29:17 +0000 vintagefleurs 20403@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi! I came a cross a great blog post a little while ago that had some neat creative ways to display jewelry for dealers. Anyone know where that was? Margo, maybe? If I can't refind it .. anyone out there have some good ideas? I currently have necklaces hanging in a large frame w/ a burlap covered inside piece and pushpins to hang from and am not happy with it at present .. just looking for something different.. I don't have a large display area, maybe 24 x 24 at most, but am running dry on inspiration here :-).. (maybe I used it all up on Halloween decorations for my booth??) LOL!</p> <p>Wanda in NH </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1424#post-20491 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 20:34:04 +0000 lovetogarden46 20491@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've got a bitmap instead of a jpeg. Finally figured out it's why my ornament pic wouldn't post. Is there a way to change a bitmap to a jpeg?</p> <p>Also is there a way to delete the entire post when you goof up like I did?<br /> Thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1420#post-20466 Fri, 29 Oct 2010 20:29:21 +0000 junxtaposition 20466@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>finally recouped enough to post pics from the show....check it out</p> <p><a href="http://www.juNxtaposition.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.juNxtaposition.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1421#post-20478 Sat, 30 Oct 2010 13:05:02 +0000 lovetogarden46 20478@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Didn't work. sorry </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1417#post-20452 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 16:03:37 +0000 lovetogarden46 20452@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know it's not junk but wanted to share. Hope you like it.<br /> I really don't care for the colors and want to make some more. It was a kit.<br /> Any suggestions for different colors would be appreciate it.<br /> Oh yes I sold it today!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1419#post-20456 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 17:39:43 +0000 rhondalyn70 20456@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>On my way to dropping my son off at daycare, I saw this on the side of the road waiting for the garbage.<br /> So cool, the arms fold up too. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1383#post-20057 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 08:11:52 +0000 graphite.rack 20057@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am "new" to the flea market scene, but have been antiqueing since I was about 10 with my mom. I am 31 and have lived in Maryland (and PA) for most of my life. This past weekend I was sceduled to go to Shupps Grove flea market in Adamstown, PA for the "Fishing, Hunting and Farming" theme weekend, and unfortunately had to miss it at the last minute. I was pretty devastated about it. Anyway, that is about an hour and 45 minutes away from me and was willing to drive for good junk. </p> <p>I have read a few reviews of Shupps Grove since... and am almost glad I didn't make it now... people are saying how expensive things are now, and how vendors aren't as plentiful or willing to make deals lately. </p> <p>I am looking to go at it again this weekend and was hoping to find something a little closer to home. Does anyone know of a fairly reliable good flea market in the area northeast of baltimore? I am really looking for things with character, rust, flaking paint, vintage kitchen linens, old dishes (even chipped ones), love things with old weathered wood, farming, fishing, hunting, old books (don't have to be in great shape), and things of that sort. A few places I have found seemed to have things like newer baseball cards/vcr tapes/things you would find at junky (and not in the good sense) yard sales/kids toys from recent years. Just not what i am looking for. Anyone have any good suggestions!? HELP!</p> <p>Thanks so much!!! I look forward to hearing back from you all! Hope y'all have a great day! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1418#post-20455 Thu, 28 Oct 2010 17:37:26 +0000 rhondalyn70 20455@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>On my way to dropping my son off at daycare, I saw this on the side of the road waiting for the garbage.<br /> So cool, the arms fold up too. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1411#post-20357 Tue, 19 Oct 2010 13:19:12 +0000 The Farmers Wife 20357@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Is it a bad idea for me to change the date of my holiday junk sale in order for it to coincide with another local junk sale???? Therefore, giving my far off customers (1-2 hours away) more reason to come shop? My sale and the other sale are Fri evening and Sat, so customers would have an opportunity to hit both!</p> <p>I have only advertised the date on my blog and had it on craigslist for just a few days (just took it down until I decide for sure). So, no newspaper ads or flyers have been out...</p> <p>I beleive that many of my local customers know I have a sale coming up but I bet if you asked they would not necessarily know the date, but know that it is in November.</p> <p>ANY thoughts, please!!!!</p> <p>thank you! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1405#post-20259 Sun, 10 Oct 2010 19:11:01 +0000 copperhead 20259@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My favorite AND oldest (36 years) magnet says:</p> <p>WARNING<br /> BURIED TELEPHONE CABLE<br /> Before Digging In This Vicinity<br /> Please Call (Collect) or Notify<br /> INDIANA BELL TELEPHONE CO, INC.<br /> Indianapolis, Indiana<br /> (AREA CODE 317) 635-3800<br /> IF YOU SEE ANY SIGNS LIKE THIS NEAR<br /> WORK OPERATIONS PLEASE CALL US COLLECT</p> <p>The words are all in yellow on a brown business card sized magnet. I found it on my file cabinet at work years ago. It has been on the fridge since. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1412#post-20362 Tue, 19 Oct 2010 21:24:42 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 20362@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques#" rel="nofollow">http://www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques#</a>!/photo.php?fbid=477756172593&#38;set=a.129820757593.132826.128260302593http://www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques#!/photo.php?fbid=477756172593&#38;set=a.129820757593.132826.128260302593<br /> isnt this a neat truckload!!! in our parking lot....thought you would like it...<br /> i was so excited when he pulled in...<br /> sorry i cant get the picture right....look down a few posts....<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1409#post-20320 Sat, 16 Oct 2010 09:48:34 +0000 krisann22 20320@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I went to craig's list and there was a post about a church that was remodeling and there was some free stuff outside. I headed over there at night in the dark in a not so wonderful neighborhood but hey I was in a church yard right. Also took my 19 year old daughter who has Down's with me as my lookout. HAHA we had a blast. I tell ya there was a ton of oak wood there. They had taken apart their pews (boooo) and had the pieces laying there. Im not a woodworker so I left them but there were these pieces which I figured held the hymns. So I grabbed 8 of them. Im not sure what to do with them other than use as shelves. Also there was a ton maybe thousands of sheet music. I grabbed a box but I didnt even make a dent. WHat a find and what a blast I had. But I think my daughter thinks Im crazy. HAHA</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1403#post-20222 Thu, 07 Oct 2010 18:37:51 +0000 momlvcntrt 20222@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>does anyone know where i can purchase a set of bull horns. my son has been looking everywhere for a set for his car.ok stop laughing. he has a very creative mind and i love the way it works.any help would stop more gray hairs from forming on my head</p> <p>heidi </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1413#post-20385 Wed, 20 Oct 2010 21:56:30 +0000 petals 20385@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Trying to get on the waiting list for a primitive antique show being held next month. made a new slideshow on picturetrail if you are interested in viewing it.</p> <p><a href="http://www.picturetrail.com/petalsprims" rel="nofollow">www.picturetrail.com/petalsprims</a><br /> thanks for looking<br /> kim </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1407#post-20286 Tue, 12 Oct 2010 08:48:21 +0000 robolady 20286@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm having a blog linky party on Friday, hop over to my blog for all the details. I hope you can all join in and Show me your Industrial touches in your home.<br /> <a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1406#post-20274 Mon, 11 Oct 2010 18:36:50 +0000 Meadowview Farm 20274@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My first Barn Sale was just wonderful. Fabulous weather. Met so many new friends from the blogging &#38; junking community. Glad I took the leap!</p> <p>Check out my blog for the wrap up:<br /> <a href="http://www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com</a></p> <p>Daisytoad -- how was your opening???</p> <p>Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1408#post-20314 Fri, 15 Oct 2010 18:34:41 +0000 KudzuKween 20314@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I finally made the tutorial. Enjoy!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1285#post-18808 Wed, 07 Jul 2010 15:39:00 +0000 daisytoad 18808@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What are your ideas for the coming seasons?</p> <p>I had a few ideas stashed away...looking for the inspiration piecess to remind me what they were! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1389#post-20117 Sun, 26 Sep 2010 13:53:55 +0000 krisann22 20117@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found this old sprinkler today. Never seen one like this. Im going to use this along with the old hook to hang on my gate/fence. I'll add some other items, maybe a wire basket or whatnots. I'm going to hang this on the railing on the side of my house.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1398#post-20198 Tue, 05 Oct 2010 06:57:22 +0000 petals 20198@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Didn't really know where to post this! I have a retail flower shop in a rural community. I also sell some primitive antiques, gifts, etc. Anyway, this weekend is the annual Barn tour that the local county musuem sponsors. I am friends with the development director so she always tries to include me. This year she has asked me to sell fall produce because the family that normally does it is unable to participate. </p> <p>I will be setting up in the yard of a state historic site and doing an "honor" system sale. I am planning on having pumpkins, gourds, mums, indian corn (both indivual ears &#38; decorative bundles). The location should be good because its right along the main "highway" that goes through town. I have some mini hay bales too so I might include those. I have some crates and bushel baskets to use as props. I'll take picture and post them on my picture trail. </p> <p>I hope to have some unusual pumpkins... there's a produce auction in the Amish comminuty nearby that I hope to get the majority of my items from. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1306#post-19219 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 18:59:08 +0000 Meadowview Farm 19219@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Sue - Chic Cottage Junk...come on down!<br /> You won!!<br /> Hop over and see...<br /> <a href="http://www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com</a></p> <p>Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1404#post-20237 Fri, 08 Oct 2010 07:42:57 +0000 gigi 20237@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>think you've done this before but i can't seem to find it.</p> <p>can you tell us what to look for in picking out pumpkins that will last the longest....for outside decorating. color/texture/stems/various kinds, etc.<br /> and....thanks in advance!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1402#post-20221 Thu, 07 Oct 2010 14:58:19 +0000 copperhead 20221@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just found a child's chair like one I had when I was about 5 or 6 years old. It is one piece curved around the back to the front to make a back and arms. From there it has straight dowel type spindles to the seat. The legs are wonderful turned legs painted white. I fell in love and for a buck I just couldn't force myself to pass it up. The seat is painted a TERRIBLE see through smeared looking red paint over maybe white. I'm wondering if anybody has any suggestions to a paint challenged junker. I'm thinking it needs to find a home here somewhere... I'm not sure where. I just liked it - a lot... except the ugly paint... The color is ok - just looks kind of like puke... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1401#post-20217 Thu, 07 Oct 2010 09:11:43 +0000 krisann22 20217@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Im still new to this junking and I went to a new occasional sale in Mpls yesterday. I saw a headboard bench painted in a moss green that I just love. What is the going rate on these benches. This was a twin so not too big and it was going for $78 dollars. Also if it is painted can it stay outside all year or should it be an inside bench. Thanks for any advice. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1394#post-20167 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 08:26:27 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 20167@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>youve maybe been to the shows...whats next in the junk world? some is starting to be everywhere....so whats new and exciting ?<br /> we are still selling lots of old parts for all kinds of house projects....but the dealers i talk to say they are fading too...<br /> one forum im on said the cliving fair looked like old ideas...<br /> im liking lots of the things with big words...<br /> SO WHATS GOING ON OUT THERE???......<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques" rel="nofollow">www.facebook.com/greenoakantiques</a><br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1400#post-20214 Thu, 07 Oct 2010 07:57:11 +0000 The Farmers Wife 20214@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Anyone know where I can get REALLY nice ribbon online? Like, for hanging a frame with big bow at the top or for stringing my word banners together?</p> <p>I want it to be nice, smooth, somewhat heavy, and rich in color....BUT, of course, I don't want to spend a TON....that is not asking too much, is it?? :)</p> <p>I have bought some at Hobby Lobby in the past but not extremely happy with it -- kind of stiff and paper-like...</p> <p>Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1397#post-20197 Tue, 05 Oct 2010 06:30:06 +0000 junxtaposition 20197@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>looking to upgrade my camera...under $500...good for close ups of jewerly and also blog traveling pictures......any suggestions,..jill, i know you're a photographer ???? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1399#post-20204 Tue, 05 Oct 2010 21:50:36 +0000 jillruth 20204@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does anyone have a silhouette? <a href="http://www.silhouetteamerica.com/whatisit.aspx" rel="nofollow">http://www.silhouetteamerica.com/whatisit.aspx</a></p> <p>One is being given away here: <a href="http://howaboutorange.blogspot.com/2010/10/giveaway-silhouette-digital-cutting.html" rel="nofollow">http://howaboutorange.blogspot.com/2010/10/giveaway-silhouette-digital-cutting.html</a></p> <p>It looks awesome...would love to know if anyone has used one. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1396#post-20188 Mon, 04 Oct 2010 06:34:24 +0000 craftybb 20188@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We went last year in July and will NEVER do that again..it was extremely hot but we were told that October was the best time so we went this weekend. The weather was great...it got a little hot but not too bad. There seemed to be ALOT more vendors and they were willing to bargin....DH loves that :). We like to go to where the vendors just pull up their trucks and unload more than inside the booths and barns to find the bargains on old stuff. I mainly look for old china and small furiture pieces. I found one picture I really wanted but it didn't have a price on it and when we found the dealer she said she had changed her mind and didn't want to sell it...that's about right. We walked and shopped from 9am until the started shutting down at 5pm. IT WAS A GREAT DAY!!!</p> <p>Blessings,<br /> BB </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1377#post-20001 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 20:37:11 +0000 Mona Kay at Home 20001@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi Ladies...please help!! I fell in love with a gorgeous dresser on Craigslist, but found out that it has a laminate/formica top. Can I paint it?? Anyone know? What about if I sand it &#38; prime it really well??</p> <p>Your experience &#38; help would be greatly appreciated!<br /> Thanks!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1393#post-20165 Thu, 30 Sep 2010 07:57:10 +0000 Mona Kay at Home 20165@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi everyone...I wanted to say a big THANK YOU to everyone who has posted pics and stories on their blogs, this forum post, etc. - I feel like I got to live vicariously since I couldn't go myself!!!</p> <p>Here's the link to FMS: <a href="http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/</a><br /> Here's Margo's (like you don't all have this bookmarked...):<br /> <a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/2009/09/junk-bonanza-day-1-time-to-shop.html" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/2009/09/junk-bonanza-day-1-time-to-shop.html</a></p> <p>I hope you all had fun!!! I'm going to do a search to see if any of you posted pics of your finds...but I'd love to see anything you'd all be kind enough to post on this thread as well!!<br /> MK </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1392#post-20149 Wed, 29 Sep 2010 10:06:11 +0000 The Farmers Wife 20149@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Maybe this has been discussed before, so sorry if I am bringing up an old subject...</p> <p>Lately, I have had several people ask me to 'look' for items for them. So, my question is, do I tack on a fee to the price I paid for the item? How much?</p> <p>Any input would be helpful! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1310#post-19282 Thu, 22 Jul 2010 18:34:12 +0000 Blossom 19282@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Found this at my favorite consignment store today for a song.</p> <p>I added the top finials...gives it a more finished look.</p> <p>It looks like the piece was once part of a hall tree.</p> <p>SHOULD I SHABBY IT???? </p> <p>The mahogany wood is pretty and in good condition, but do you think painting it will help it sell????</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1391#post-20141 Tue, 28 Sep 2010 19:01:59 +0000 junxtaposition 20141@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>crazy tired, but had the most awesome show ever.<br /> pics posted on my blog if anyone is interested.</p> <p><a href="http://www.junxtaposition.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.junxtaposition.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1390#post-20119 Sun, 26 Sep 2010 16:04:07 +0000 krisann22 20119@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This what I made out of those insulators.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1366#post-19894 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 09:22:58 +0000 moderator 19894@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Bigger isn’t always better, and that’s true even when it comes to flea markets. For our next issue of Flea Market Style magazine, we’re rounding up a list of the country’s best small flea markets — those with less than 100 vendors — and we want your recommendations. This is your chance to give your favorite small-town, way-off-the-beaten-path junking destination some love!</p> <p>To submit your suggestions, send an email to:<br /> <a href="mailto:fleamarketstylemag@hotmail.com">fleamarketstylemag@hotmail.com</a> with “SMALL FLEAS” in the subject line. In your message, please include the name of the flea market and the city and state in which it’s located. (If you know its website address, write that down too.) Give us at least one reason you think it’s a must-shop flea market. Is there a particular vendor you adore? A special edible treat you can only find there? Unique early bird specials?</p> <p>Don’t forget to provide your name and contact information so we can get in touch with follow-up questions, if needed.<br /> Thank you,<br /> The Flea Market Style Team </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1386#post-20077 Wed, 22 Sep 2010 05:45:21 +0000 Meadowview Farm 20077@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My, my, my....how did this come around so quickly.<br /> Several days until autumn.<br /> Several weeks until my first Barn Sale.<br /> Tick Tock!</p> <p><a href="http://www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com</a></p> <p>Wish me luck!<br /> Kari</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1385#post-20065 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 15:22:13 +0000 krisann22 20065@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Im stumped. I've had these insulators for over 20 years, got them from my mom but I can't seem to think of anything unique to do with them. Little vases is boring. Any ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1387#post-20094 Thu, 23 Sep 2010 11:11:07 +0000 krisann22 20094@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm new to this junking but I love it. I have put together a little scene on my front step for fall. Its a little dark but in the back is a plant stand that holds two pumkins. I have an old enamel bowl holding pumpkins and squash. There is an old feed scoop on its side in front, a washboard in the back. I have raffia all over. I have hanging in the back a bottle on a hook wrapped in vines and raffia. Now the best thing is that most of it is from a thrift store. The raffia, vines, washboard, plantstand. I had a blast. Next pic is in my dining room and all of that is from a thrift store. Some bling to hold the pumpkins and more vines. I think total that cost me 4 dollars for it all even the mason jars and silver dishes. </p> <p>Kris </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1360#post-19854 Sun, 05 Sep 2010 09:05:04 +0000 daisytoad 19854@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought an amazing 2 piece white (enamel paint) kitchen cupboard with wonderful red and chrome knobs. Problem is the white is very stained both inside the cabinets and the doors, I'd love to keep it fairly icky primitive looking, but want it to look CLEAN as well! (My husband doesn't understand this concept-he in fact thinks I'm crazy and not making sense!) any advise on remove some staining short of repainting? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1384#post-20060 Tue, 21 Sep 2010 10:30:07 +0000 huggybear38 20060@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The small city in Ohio is having their Apple fest.. this saturday.<br /> If you would like some ideas. check out the gallery to see what they had for sale.. some really cute items..</p> <p><a href="http://www.countryapplefest.com/picture-gallery/2009-craft-pictures/" rel="nofollow">http://www.countryapplefest.com/picture-gallery/2009-craft-pictures/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1378#post-20005 Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:28:46 +0000 christinescottagegardenhome 20005@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Is anyone going to the Country Living Fair in Columbus Ohio and has anyone gone before? I live near Cleveland and would love to go but it's 2 hours away - if it's any good it would be worth the drive! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1382#post-20054 Mon, 20 Sep 2010 15:59:00 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 20054@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i put some pictures from the springfield extravaganza on my blog <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a><br /> we got most of it put away today.....<br /> some thngs i got to make things with...like the big wood spools..the plan is candle holders out of them,....to hold our battery tapers...and i cant wait to make signs out of the liceince plate letters....<br /> the next extrravaganza is in may....<br /> ann </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1381#post-20036 Sat, 18 Sep 2010 13:34:36 +0000 daisytoad 20036@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know I've seen someone that used those wire cupcake stands for something else...any idea?</p> <p><a href="http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/4147Z1X78SL._SL250_.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/4147Z1X78SL._SL250_.jpg</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1379#post-20018 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 16:35:00 +0000 gigi 20018@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>anyone see cute ways to transform king sized shams into tab top valances or add fabric for full length curtains?<br /> i purchased a quilt and they came along for the price but i have no use for them but sure think they'd be cute as window treatments to add same color in the windows!!<br /> if i open them up and use the back side of fabric as well, they'll fit my windows...so i have little fabric to spare on mistakes! ;} ideas???? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1376#post-19994 Wed, 15 Sep 2010 16:28:58 +0000 huggybear38 19994@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My son asked me what I wanted for my birthday, and I said I will pay half ..but I want a new Serger Sewing Machine.. he said here go buy it.. so guess what fellow junkers and sewers.. I DID.. YAHOO.. AND I love it.. I know know how to thread a serger.. which I might add.. so if any of you buy a serger.. remember this.. watch the DVD that comes with it or if you buy one that is used .. go on line and learn how to thread it.. it surely will save you a bunch of headaches.. and I might add it is awesome.. Thanks to my wonderful son.... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1375#post-19986 Tue, 14 Sep 2010 13:44:44 +0000 robolady 19986@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm so excited as I finally got my very own Robelyn Original Red Neck chic Bag.<br /> You can view all the details on my blog. </p> <p><a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/2010/09/my-very-own-redneck-chic-bag.html" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/2010/09/my-very-own-redneck-chic-bag.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1372#post-19955 Sun, 12 Sep 2010 20:19:52 +0000 Mona Kay at Home 19955@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I want to see all of your booths and meet everyone!!! Plus, I just know I would be in Junk Heaven!! But I can't go...</p> <p>Will you all please take and post as many pictures as I can, so that I can live vicariously through all of you???</p> <p>Have a GREAT TIME!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1374#post-19973 Mon, 13 Sep 2010 21:17:25 +0000 junxtaposition 19973@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>hi all...i am getting ready for the country living fair as most of you know..if you want to see some of the junk i am taking..feel free to check out my blog post<br /> <a href="http://www.juNxtaposition.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.juNxtaposition.blogspot.com</a></p> <p>one question..<br /> i am taking a bunch of these rulers....i want to show all the cool things you can do with them...like stars, houses, and crowns....<br /> wondering if anyone knows anything else you can form??<br /> all suggestions welcome</p> <p>thanks</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1373#post-19956 Sun, 12 Sep 2010 21:06:31 +0000 Callef 19956@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just saw this - Blossom, I'm quoting you: </p> <p>&quot;I don't why--it is not at all logical-- but I sometimes feel a sense of mild upset when a piece sells that was a focal point in my booth.</p> <p>Absolutely irrational...but...alas, 'tis true.&quot;</p> <p>You are right - it IS true! I finished a chair project which turned out great, and took it to my booth last week. It sold in just a couple of days, and while I was pleased, somehow I was also a little sad that it was gone! I'm glad I'm not the only one who feels this way. Yes, I want to sell lots of things to people who will appreciate and enjoy them, and make money, but I also take pleasure in having my booth look really pretty. Those &quot;pesky customers&quot; keep messing it up! :)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1305#post-19215 Mon, 19 Jul 2010 18:08:04 +0000 Mona Kay at Home 19215@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ladies, I could use your input...can anyone tell me what factors you considered when deciding to open a booth? My furniture is not selling on-line (etsy), and I don't think it helps that I can't ship most of it..it's too big. I am new to collecting and refinishing, but I LOVE it, and don't see giving up any time soon. It is my dearest wish to open a store some day, and at some point I can see renting a booth...but again, I am inexperienced, and the economy is not good.</p> <p>Any advice would be greatly appreciated!!! Thanks in advance! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1093#post-16679 Sat, 27 Feb 2010 08:03:36 +0000 Meadowview Farm 16679@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am a bit concerned about our kind friend, Blossom Lane. Seems the last post I read from her was excitement &#38; questions about a show -- then poof -- seems I read that our Greta was considering leaving her antiques booth behind??? </p> <p>Blossom Lane -- Are you out there? Are you O.K.? Do you need our support?</p> <p>Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1368#post-19910 Wed, 08 Sep 2010 08:21:46 +0000 daisytoad 19910@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Three weeks til my first sale and I am filled with self doubt. You know how you always pray for a sure sign of where God wants you to go? Well my shop is opening in my garage, we are now moving (hubby took a new job) same town, just different location, we will still own our house and garage.</p> <p>I was out arranging things and just kept looking at stuff and thinking, is anyone really going to want this? should I just maintain online, continue a booth in an antique store?</p> <p>How do you know when your inner doubt is really your intuition?</p> <p>Ugh, what a downer post! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1362#post-19866 Sun, 05 Sep 2010 21:57:12 +0000 The Farmers Wife 19866@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello everyone ~</p> <p>I need some input on pricing for some of the stuff I am taking to Bonanza...Any thoughts would be helpful!!</p> <p>old bed springs - some rusty, the others in great shape</p> <p>handmade zipper flowers - some of them I used half of a zipper and the others a whole zipper. I am planning to put pins on some and then leave the rest just plain and people can do what they want with them after purchase</p> <p>seed sacks - I took some last year and ALL of them sold...but I can't remeber for sure what I priced them. Many of the ones I have do have great color and are in great shape!</p> <p>black and white photos - some pretty old, some from 50s-60s, various sizes</p> <p>old kitchen scales - one is Montgomery Ward, all in are in different levels of wear, some really rusty, some not so much</p> <p>Wardrobe Trunk dated 1945, in pretty good shape - will post a picture on my blog sometime tomorrow. Paid $40 for it...</p> <p>ANY input on any of these items is greatly appreciated!!!!!<br /> thanks!!!!!!!!!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1371#post-19944 Fri, 10 Sep 2010 09:32:01 +0000 Raised In Cotton 19944@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just wanted to drop by and say hope all of you that are attending the Junk Bonanza have a wonderful time:) Also, for those of you that are vending, I am sending Good Luck and Good Selling vibes your way:))</p> <p>Blessings,<br /> Carol</p> <p><a href="http://raisedincotton.typepad.com" rel="nofollow">http://raisedincotton.typepad.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1370#post-19941 Thu, 09 Sep 2010 19:05:24 +0000 The Farmers Wife 19941@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>For those of you that helped me by repsonding to my last two posts -THANK YOU so much!!!!</p> <p>I do not get on here as often as I would like...the "real" job, kids, DH, house, you know - all that stuff that gets in the way of our junking! :)</p> <p>However, it is good to know I can jump on anytime and you are all here ready to help!</p> <p>I am packing, pricing, painting, gluing, sewing....getting ready for Bonanza. Made myself a Malibu &#38; Pineapple earlier too take the edge off the stress -- it really helped! DH said I should have a few more!!</p> <p>Anyway - thank you again and if you are up north next week, come say hi! AND, don't foget to stop my blog for the 100th post giveaway! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1369#post-19918 Wed, 08 Sep 2010 12:07:45 +0000 The Farmers Wife 19918@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I posted some pictures on my blog yesterday of things that I am planning to take to Bonanza and then this morning I got emails from 2 different local customers begging me to sell them a few of the items in the pictures!!!!!!!!!!!!</p> <p>What do I do????? I posted pictures last year and this did not happen, so it did not even occur to me that it would happen this year!</p> <p>One is a very good customer and the other is a so-so customer. I don't want to ruin our relationships, but I was planning on taking the items to Bonanza...</p> <p>HELP!!!!! WHAT DO I DO?!?!?!?! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1367#post-19904 Tue, 07 Sep 2010 18:38:32 +0000 mcnaughton 19904@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have rescued an old exterior window from my house that I want to make into a mirror. The window has 2 large horizontal panes. Do I need to break out the window and then replace with mirrors? Should I just back the current panes with mirrors? It would be awfully difficult to remove the pane trim because of the heavy duty exterior paint on one side of the window. Any suggestions you have would be appreciated! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1363#post-19869 Sun, 05 Sep 2010 22:22:54 +0000 Blossom 19869@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>When items from my booth don't sell, I tend to try to reuse them.</p> <p>I bought a roll of primitive border and transformed three pictures.</p> <p>The last picture is of a china cupboard door w/ heavy, etched glass.<br /> It has been in my garage for a while. I made it into a prim. hanging window.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1356#post-19796 Tue, 31 Aug 2010 14:56:48 +0000 Blossom 19796@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've been stalking a house.</p> <p>Every week, en route to my daughter's ballet lesson, there it stood. I don't think I ever drove by without wondering about its forlorn state.</p> <p>There is something romantic and heart-wrenching about a once-beautiful home that has fallen into disrepair. This particular house reminds me of Mary and George Bailey's future home (from &quot;It's A Wonderful Life&quot;) where they made their wishes and threw rocks through windows to see if they would eventually &quot;lasso the moon&quot;.</p> <p>In the case of this landmark, its window panes bore the evidence of many of wish. I hope many of them came true.</p> <p>Last week, I happened to stumble upon my much-admired Victorian. Something was drastically different. When I drove by this time,the entire 2nd story had been razed. </p> <p>I panicked.</p> <p>I parked my car and carefully approached the demolition site. It didn't take long to discover century old treasure: fallen gingerbread gables; claw foot tub; porcelain sinks; ceramic/enamel door knobs; multiple fireplaces; crown mouldings; bead board walls; and tongue and groove flooring. It was enough to make any junker salivate.</p> <p>It was then that I spied a pile of salvaged doors. My heart skipped a beat.</p> <p>The next morning, I went back to the site. The demolition men were already working. I braced myself for courage and approached the workers.</p> <p>Long story short: I bought eight doors for next to nothing. I also bought the blue door with the transom window over it. (See pic. below.) I watched the workmen chainsaw-cut that blue door out what once was a kitchen. What had been there for well over a century was dismantled in minutes. </p> <p>I was also given things like antique tins, boxes and even an original paned window. Somehow, the starry-eyed dreamers of the town had missed this one--all of the panes were in tact.</p> <p>A friend of mine rescued the old cast iron sewing machine base. (see pic.) and a pantry closet.</p> <p>I am not quite sure what I am going to do with the doors. Right now I am in still basking in afterglow of my miraculous acquisition of them. </p> <p>I will still miss that old house.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1364#post-19877 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 11:22:23 +0000 SecondHandRosie 19877@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Yep! LOL I had been to take care of my booth at the local flea market and had spotted a pair of black iceskates for $14.00. Had the shop manager call the dealer to see if she would take less. I wa prepared to offer around $10.00 She said she'd take $8.00! (Glad I didn't make an offer! LOL</p> <p>I had kept a magazine clipping of a Christmas wreath for years. It prominently displays iceskates hanging down from the center of it. I'm either gonna bite the bullet and try to make it myself or take it to a friend of mine who works in a florist and have her duplicate the wreath.</p> <p>Don't ya luv it when your (or somebody else's)ideas AND the materials come together at the same time!? Yay! LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1365#post-19883 Mon, 06 Sep 2010 18:36:13 +0000 Leveta 19883@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Had a call this morning from a younger lady that wondered when my shop would be open. Had to explain to her that I no longer was going to have it and why...At least I'm remembered. She told me last yr that it was a special place to her cause the yr before she came there with her dad just a few months after her mom died. He died a few weeks after coming to the shop...It breaks my heart but I know right now it's for the best... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1358#post-19816 Thu, 02 Sep 2010 11:44:23 +0000 mcnaughton 19816@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm wondering what you all use when you paint furniture: satin or semi-gloss. If you use both, how do you decide which to use for a particular piece? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1359#post-19842 Sat, 04 Sep 2010 16:20:46 +0000 NE Farm Girl 19842@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am a fan of this site and will be headed to the bonanza in a couple of weeks. I would really like to start a blog so that I can communicate with others who have them. I am also thinking about opening a shop in my area and would like a way to share some of the things I have repurposed and created. I would appreciate any help someone could give me. If this can be done online that would be fine or if we could meet at the bonanza to discuss it that would be great as well. Please help. Thanks Robin </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=374#post-4999 Mon, 04 May 2009 00:32:06 +0000 Arby Bee 4999@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This may be the totally wrong place to ask, but I saw the word junk.</p> <p>I found this piece of junk buried under a bush in my yard. Must have been buried forever. Thin coat of rust. It weighs hundreds of pounds, is about 12"x12"x16" and seems to be VERY solid iron or steel. A sledge hammer bounces off it without any hollow sound. At first I thought a strongbox or small safe (I live on an old stagecoach route) but it has hexagonal socket bolts (Allen Key bolts)that go about 1/2 way through holding the halves together. I wouldn't expect those. It is down a 20 foot embankment, and it will take a lot of work to raise it. Before I do, I wondered if anyone knows what it is? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1361#post-19860 Sun, 05 Sep 2010 19:20:03 +0000 dianeinthevalley 19860@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok ladies, I need some ideas. My sister is getting married in December. It is a second wedding for her and her fiance and they met in the Air Force. Both made Chief master sergeant and are retired but she thinks they are going to wear their formal dress uniforms (Mom would love it). She wants her cake to look like Christmas presents and the colors are red and gold. I've thought about red Christmas balls with gold writing for the favors, mistletoe, I thought of little vintage cardboard houses under cloches for centerpieces, of course you have pontsiettas, and maybe nutcrackers, snow flakes and.......<br /> HELP!!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1343#post-19644 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 09:05:22 +0000 cowgirljunker 19644@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My sister and I are thinking about going, does anyone that's gone before have any tips to share? It will be about a 6.5 hour drive and we'll be starting at grand island, what are some of the best area's to hit? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1355#post-19790 Mon, 30 Aug 2010 19:40:54 +0000 daisytoad 19790@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm in the midst of creating a flyer to pass out and send around to advertise my upcoming show and would love to see some examples of yours!</p> <p>Anyone care to share? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1357#post-19808 Wed, 01 Sep 2010 11:24:30 +0000 huggybear38 19808@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If some of you remember the jewelry blanks I got off my on line auction.. I was wondering.. could you take one of the blanks and add some kind of clear silicone glue or what ever and add a mustard seed to the middle of the glue before it dried and then you would have a necklace with the strength of a mustard seed. just was wondering if something like that would work.. and I still have some blanks left and I think there were a few I did not get any to. so if you still want some let me know. Huggy </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1274#post-18695 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 11:53:02 +0000 huggybear38 18695@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>would these two type writers work????</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1353#post-19756 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:34:13 +0000 chiccottagejunk 19756@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We just got a new catalog in the mail this week that I've never seen before. It's called Restoration Hardware and in some ways it reminds me a tad bit of Anthropology stuff. In more ways though, it reminds me of what we LOVE on here - JUNK! The kicker is that they want waaaaaayyyyyyy more than we would ever pay for anything - and out junk is more authentic! I also found the website but haven't had time to check it out yet.</p> <p><a href="http://www.restorationhardware.com/rh/index.jsp" rel="nofollow">http://www.restorationhardware.com/rh/index.jsp</a></p> <p>Let me know what you think... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1340#post-19614 Sun, 15 Aug 2010 08:33:02 +0000 LuAnn 19614@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am going to be a first time "Nana" in March. Looking for ideas on putting together a "vintage" type grandchild's room. Have alot of generic vintage baby type planters by McCoy, Shawnee and such. But didn't want to go hog wild so what I'm asking you grandparents is what have you done?? I will probably just have a "pack and play"--no crib and some other simple items but didn't know how much is too much?? Can you help??</p> <p>Thanks LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1354#post-19776 Sun, 29 Aug 2010 08:25:02 +0000 JOY 19776@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am going to be doing a sale at a flea market and would love to get some advise on pricing stuff, like old suitcases, albums, household items, furniture(old rockers, end tables).I love my junk but am overwhelmed by the amount of junk that I have collected. I would like any tips on doing this, what items sould sell, what to bring, any advise would be welcomed. My goal is to make enough money to make a truck payment. (Just bought a full size truck) Lots of what I have has been free stuff. Thanks in advance,~JOY~ </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1251#post-18378 Thu, 10 Jun 2010 11:48:12 +0000 chiccottagejunk 18378@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am staying with my dear MIL after her pacemaker surgery and the condo-complex is having a sub-wide garage sale. Sooooo, I ventured out a little while ago (I"ve been on the garage sale wagon for a couple of months now) for a little look. Lo and behold, I found this (I hope the photos upload properly) antique secretary desk for only 30 bucks! That's $30.00. It's got lots of scratches and character but I love her. She has two tall narrow secret drawers next to the little door inside the desk above the horizontal drawers (I hope that makes sense because I didn't take photos). </p> <p>Since she has secret drawers and I'm a huge Nancy Drew fan from way back, I'm gonna call her Nancy!</p> <p>The pics are a bit blurry because I took them with my phone. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1352#post-19755 Fri, 27 Aug 2010 08:10:56 +0000 dukies 19755@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does anyone have some great decorating ideas of what could be done<br /> with the use of some old school locker doors. (*Note - The whole locker "Area" is not part of the plan - - it's just the front portion of the actual locker doors ? </p> <p>Any and all ideas would be great - and thanks !!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1349#post-19698 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 21:41:56 +0000 tinkergirl 19698@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I received a bunch of beautiful peacock feathers...any ideas? we do craft and farmers markets and Id like to make something I could make to sell.Jewelry? fans? behind glass? please help (by the way Im new, and I absolutely love this site and all you talented ladies!) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1350#post-19719 Sun, 22 Aug 2010 05:41:53 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 19719@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i just went to, offingers, a big cash and carry wholesale market in ohio.. and one of the most popular booths was all about vintage and junk....dang!! i missed out on her stuff.... she painted signs on old door parts..they were big and just the right style.....she was sold out so fast...all her props were old too....also she had great old wash tubs painted up for fall....<br /> people were lined up to buy ....<br /> i got tons of neat fall for the store at the show and lots of ideas....cant wait to make some lanterns up with the lighted twigss...i got some on batterys...<br /> so fun!!!<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1351#post-19745 Wed, 25 Aug 2010 05:22:40 +0000 huggybear38 19745@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Daughter is have a bible study group at her house and wanted twenty people around one table .. and oh my gosh she did it.. it looks awesome</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1184#post-17681 Mon, 19 Apr 2010 18:39:05 +0000 KKMarie 17681@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello All,<br /> I need some help coming up with ideas of what I could use to hang all of my necklaces off of. I want something that can hang on the wall by my dresser and won't tangle the necklaces. I had something that was perfect, but gave it to my mom instead, thinking I would eventually find something later that would work. No luck so far and I've been looking at trift stores, Goodwill, etc. for the last couple of months. Something I can repurpose and is cheap :)Any ideas would be much appreciated!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1348#post-19697 Fri, 20 Aug 2010 18:23:16 +0000 Blossom 19697@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have been wondering how a Wish Book (of items customers are looking for) is used in an antiques mall.</p> <p>I have seen individual booths with Wish Books, but our store has only one general book that is kept at the front desk.</p> <p>It would be nice to have a classy Wish Book on a stand for visitor info., store comments, questions, and &quot;wanted&quot; items.</p> <p>I know some of you junkers are store owners as well!</p> <p>Am I missing something when I deduce that there is no fair way to do such a thing? In my mind, I see five vendors hunting down the same antique. All five would be contacting (and ultimately overwhelming) one solitary customer. Not good for store business or vendor morale.</p> <p>Any thoughts on this possible dilemma?</p> <p>Greta</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1346#post-19672 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 16:32:16 +0000 Mona Kay at Home 19672@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Is it just me, or maybe my area, (NJ), or is architectural salvage IMPOSSIBLE to find??? Do I, perhaps, just not know where to look?? There are wonderful shops in my area which sell OLD shutters, windows, doors, decorative window sills, etc., but I do not want to purchase them retail...I want to FIND them for myself!! (I don't expect them to be free, just cheaper than retail). I am not having any luck, but I am perfectly prepared to find out that I am not looking in the right places. I've also tried Craigslist, but am perhaps not using the best search? Nothin'...</p> <p>Any advice </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1230#post-18166 Tue, 18 May 2010 06:04:48 +0000 KudzuKween 18166@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>is anyone doing any wardrobe recycling,refashioning,reconstruction? i'd love to see it and get some inspiration :D</p> <p>here is another pair of jeans turned into a skirt. i used a red rose printed skirt cut shorter to make this, and added some old lace. it's best to cut your jeans off with pinking shears but not necessary. i'm working on quite a few things, some that only need sleeves cut short or length added to them.<br /> go make some!<br /> kudzu</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1347#post-19674 Thu, 19 Aug 2010 18:26:24 +0000 daisytoad 19674@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just got the new 2010 Somerset Holiday and Celebration magazines in!! the are beautiful, as if Somerset could produce anything not outstanding. If anyone is interested I have them for sale in my shop <a href="http://daisytoad.com" rel="nofollow">http://daisytoad.com</a> they are not out in stores until Sept 1! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1258#post-18467 Wed, 16 Jun 2010 11:26:50 +0000 cheryldh 18467@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>anyone know how to cut a bowling ball in half </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1209#post-17921 Sat, 01 May 2010 18:01:40 +0000 junxtaposition 17921@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.napastyle.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=4130&#38;parentCategoryId=519&#38;categoryId=652&#38;subCategoryId=652" rel="nofollow">http://www.napastyle.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=4130&#38;parentCategoryId=519&#38;categoryId=652&#38;subCategoryId=652</a></p> <p>check this out...i have everything to make this, but would never never never get those kind of prices !! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1344#post-19647 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 17:27:03 +0000 LuAnn 19647@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As promised (and requested) I've posted the items I found on the yard sale trail. The best haul was ALL the hardware. It was a steal at a whole dollar!!! The picutres are of Paris--planning to display those at my "French" wine night. The tramp art frame and vintage frame were picked up for a meer 25 cents each. Also picked up my first set of springs. And lastly the graduated cookie cutters were 25 cents for each container. It was quite warm and humid but JH and I had a great time. Until next time.</p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=861#post-13712 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:24:15 +0000 momlvcntrt 13712@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>well girls i have finally done it now. i was getting out of the tub and my arm slipped now as a result to that i have two broken ribs. was there anyone on the wizard of oz who needed a rib? i dont think so . so that is why i am heading to the land of oz for a liver and two ribs.......loland more of this pain killer.i have not a care in the world.......... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1345#post-19650 Tue, 17 Aug 2010 17:34:48 +0000 LuAnn 19650@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As promised (and requested) I've posted pics of my finds from last weekend. The best haul was the jug of hardware--picked up for only $1!!!! Pictures are of Paris and will be displayed on my "French" wine night. Tramp art and vintage frame were a steal at 25 cents each. The graduated cookie cutters were also only 25 cents each. Found my first vintage springs. Can't wait to dig into creating with those.</p> <p>Until next time.</p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1342#post-19623 Sun, 15 Aug 2010 18:03:56 +0000 crazyangelart 19623@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've been turning junk into treasures for 25 years...it's an addiction and something you can never get away from..or would want to. I've done it all...bird baths and candle holders from old lamp parts...fountains from old watering cans...bowling balls into yard art. But most recently I've began creating Urban Relix ...It's a wonderful collection of bits &#38; pieces repurposed into jewelry...Pounded Penny Earrings, An old hinge necklace, or a Jacket Zipper Cuff...Check out my web sight and be inspired to create your own jewelry treasures...as always..PeaCe. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1086#post-16597 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 16:19:18 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 16597@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i found places to buy letter stamps that could stamp on metal,,,,like flattened spoons etc.........but in using them do you stamp one letter at a time.....or is there a way to stamp a whole word or several words at once? i think this would be fun....<br /> thanks<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1341#post-19616 Sun, 15 Aug 2010 10:31:33 +0000 Meadowview Farm 19616@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So...last time I wrote about our October 9 &#38; 10 Barn Sale -- it was as the stairs were being built. Between now &#38; then I hit the "can we get this done?", to the light bulb moment of picturing it complete. We now are underway: have electrical, a clean up of the hayloft in progress (it is of course a 100 year old working barn), and gathering in haste. </p> <p>A theme has also developed -- "Heartland Style" (with thanks to the September 2008 Country Home magazine for this inspiration).</p> <p>Check out the progress at:<br /> <a href="http://www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com</a></p> <p>Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=619#post-9863 Sat, 08 Aug 2009 14:10:16 +0000 christinescottagegardenhome 9863@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I hope this finally works. The pic had to be resized. My table has been on the porch for quit a few years and due for new paint job. Hope you enjoy and get inspired </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1337#post-19570 Tue, 10 Aug 2010 20:51:51 +0000 daisytoad 19570@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am in desperate need of shelving and I'm looking for ideas! Show me projects you've built...doesn't need to be shelving, just inspire me! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1164#post-17472 Thu, 08 Apr 2010 12:56:37 +0000 Barb CountryLane 17472@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Did anyone happen to go to Roger's flea market in Ohio last Friday? Oh my, it was PACKED with shoppers. We learned our lesson - don't go on the first holiday weekend when the weather is beautiful! Lot's of vendors that day, but it was so crowded, you really couldn't get in to see what they had. The vendors were even saying it was too crowded. We gave up and left at noon, having only made it down a couple of rows; with so many people it was very slow going. It took us half an hour to get out of the little town, and there was still a long, long line of cars trying to get in. We did manage to find a few treasures though! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1318#post-19393 Fri, 30 Jul 2010 07:44:40 +0000 bellaangel 19393@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi! I am wondering if anyone has repainted old furniture in the light. blue/teal beachy color? I have seen the process for white and black but not that on here......could you tell me what color paints you use, and the process? Any pictures? Thank you so much!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1300#post-19058 Wed, 14 Jul 2010 17:28:43 +0000 Mona Kay at Home 19058@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So....I promised my sister &#38; my brother-in-law that I wouldn't paint the vintage or antique Victrola cabinet (no victrola) that I found, but I'm weakening....just think how great it would look!!!</p> <p>However, I'm aware of needing to respect what I have. Anyone know anything about pieces like this?? If it's nothing special, maybe I will paint it, but Ebay research has turned up some interesting info...price $350 and higher (different companies however)</p> <p>Any advice?? I don't feel right about slapping paint on it without knowing more... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1193#post-17787 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 08:10:45 +0000 jillruth 17787@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>You all might like my blog post on my friend's garden!</p> <p><a href="http://jillruth.blogspot.com/2010/04/paulas-garden.html" rel="nofollow">http://jillruth.blogspot.com/2010/04/paulas-garden.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1339#post-19599 Fri, 13 Aug 2010 11:50:39 +0000 JunKAllie 19599@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>WooHoo Ladies! I made my rent this month and a little extra! I am so excited and it finally is starting to get really fun!! Thanks for the support and I will keep you updated! :-)<br /> JunkAllie </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1142#post-17329 Wed, 31 Mar 2010 16:33:53 +0000 KudzuKween 17329@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>yep, i made another. this is for my sister. i painted the bowling ball silver after i washed and dried it, and glued flat marbles on with silicone caulk.<br /> kudzu<br /> <a href="http://www.kudzukween.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.kudzukween.blogspot.com</a></p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=49#post-381 Wed, 14 Jan 2009 10:59:54 +0000 robolady 381@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know I love to decorate with my junk, my house is full of it.<br /> To save time, I've made a page of "my junk" I'd love to share, and I'd love to see yours too. I've changed several of these items since I took these pics. It's amazing how often I change stuff around. That's what is so great about junk. When you don't have a lot of money in something, you don't feel the "NEED" to keep it.<br /> <a href="http://www.robomargo.com/margosjunk.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.robomargo.com/margosjunk.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1329#post-19482 Fri, 06 Aug 2010 09:04:56 +0000 tricia 19482@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The treasure to trash post got me to thinking about the little things that I have become my favorite things, usually fifty cents or less! My latest are a few chunky candle holders, about 2-3 inches high, solid, clear glass, in green, cobalt blue and translucent, each shaped a little differently(looking for a burgandy). They fit on kitchen window sil just visible under window topper , and have a stained glass look in the sunlight. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=751#post-12330 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 17:08:19 +0000 daisytoad 12330@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Thought it might be fun to share what we all pack with us when we go junking!</p> <p>Mine?</p> <p>toilet paper (you never know!)<br /> baby wipes and bandaids<br /> bubble tape<br /> duct tape (so many uses)<br /> extra set of car keys (too many times have I needed these!)<br /> phone book with county maps<br /> phone<br /> paper and pen<br /> sheets, towels or blankets<br /> tarp<br /> bungee cords </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1336#post-19569 Tue, 10 Aug 2010 14:45:35 +0000 Barb CountryLane 19569@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does anyone have any idea what an old cupola and weathervane would be worth, or where would be a good place to sell one? A friend just told me about the one they took off their roof. She thinks it's from the late 40's, the wood part has been painted several times, the wrought iron rooster weathervane is black, all in good condition. Around 3 1/2 feet tall.</p> <p>I haven't seen it, I'm only going on her description. She looked around a little online, and found a few priced for over $1000, but has no idea of whether hers would fall in that category. I was no help to her, anyone else have any ideas? </p> <p>Thanks. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1333#post-19538 Mon, 09 Aug 2010 07:51:14 +0000 The Farmers Wife 19538@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Any junkers from this area....</p> <p>I have some junk to sell to you if you are interested! It is stuff that I had leftover from my summer sales and I am running out of room to store the new junk that I have bought! I will offer you good prices on the items...tables, wire milk crates, cast iron claw feet, iowa license plates, baby bassinet, large piece of light blue ceiling tin...</p> <p>Shoot me an email or post here if you are interested. I can send pictures. </p> <p><a href="mailto:thefarmerswifeiniowa@yahoo.com">thefarmerswifeiniowa@yahoo.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1335#post-19562 Tue, 10 Aug 2010 08:00:05 +0000 huggybear38 19562@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>One of the on-line auctions I go to has some very neat items this month from a place in Covington, Kentucky.. but first I must let you all know I have nothing to do with this auction , I do not work for it. have any ownership in it.. It is just an auction I go to.. they will ship depending on what the item is and of course it would be up to you if you feel it would be worth to have it shipped to you.. if it is a small enough item and not to expensive and you would like for me to bid on it for you and pick it up .. let me know. here is the address..<br /> <a href="http://www.ebth.org" rel="nofollow">www.ebth.org</a> and then click on online sales and then click on Covington, kentucky any problems let me know </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=513#post-7525 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 05:31:52 +0000 chiccottagejunk 7525@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I picked up this oldie - but not with the wonderful round bakelite keys - typewriter at a flea market yesterday. Although the keys are neat - they aren't the really old cool looking keys. Does anyone have any ideas for the keys or other pieces? Would you part it out or put it in your shop as is?</p> <p>Help?!</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1332#post-19535 Mon, 09 Aug 2010 05:47:31 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 19535@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i got to meet copperhead!!! she came to our sale... that was such a nice suprise...<br /> our big day is over and so THANKFUL... big sales and no big mess ups... now the question...what to do with the remains....if 700 people turned it down at 50c and 2$$$ should i bring it back in? in the old days i would have a couple of prospects to buy the whole pile....but those guys seem to be gone..<br /> .i think the 50c row is going to goodwill...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1326#post-19472 Thu, 05 Aug 2010 18:52:45 +0000 Callef 19472@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My fingers are numb as I type this, from sanding for probably 2 hours at least. I had bought a cute little French-style end table at an estate sale a few months ago. It was painted a nondescript gray, and I thought, "Oh, I'll put a silver glaze on it". So I cleaned and sanded and filled a few dings and primed the bare &#38; repaired spots. A few weeks ago I started painting it with a silver glaze I had used on a ceiling which turned out great. The glaze was waterbased, mixed with silver craft paint. Well, after about the fourth coat, you know how sometimes you get a little piece of fiber in your wet paint and pull it out before it dries? I did this, and ALL the coats of glazed started peeling right off where I had touched the wet paint!</p> <p>SO, today I decided I would sand it down really good and start all over. I spent the aforementioned couple of hours (at least) sanding with my electric sanders, then hand sanding. It was ONLY in the mid-nineties today, felt like a cold front! Actually fairly pleasant to work outdoors. I didn't sand all the silver off completely, but I got it nice and smooth and figured that should be more than adequate.</p> <p>So I went outside after dinner to finish up and I decided to wipe off the sanding dust with a damp rag. Well, guess what? The remaining silver glaze residue started rolling right off like a film of dried glue! I could not believe it. I probably could have just washed it all off instead of spending all that time sanding.</p> <p>Sigh. It's so frustrating to feel you have wasted hours and hours on a project. Now I want to use silver leaf on the table instead of silver paint. I think I will spray it with primer first just to make sure I don't have a repeat!</p> <p>Any suggestions or sympathy will be most welcome.</p> <p>Carol in Tulsa </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1323#post-19442 Wed, 04 Aug 2010 05:43:49 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 19442@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>our big yardsale is this weekend...wish you could all come.... the star of all our sales was the woman who bought 700 50c items!!!!<br /> we have been working like dogs in this heat getting ready....<br /> we are definitiley all about the junk this week...well all the weeks in some way or another...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1303#post-19092 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 21:36:43 +0000 Mona Kay at Home 19092@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am hoping to get up early and do a little sanding and prep work on a bureau I've wanted to paint. Then the next day, I can hopefully paint in the morning before the heat. Possibly some garage sales, if there are any in this heat!</p> <p>What are you all doing?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1315#post-19378 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:04:31 +0000 junk_me75 19378@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Good morning girls!! I was in WM earlier this morning and as I was doing my usual stroll thru the magazine aisle I spotted Country Home!! However its says its a seasonal magazine with the price of $12.95!!! I didnt really look thru as I was in shock over the price but I was just curious if any of you had saw it or heard anything about it. I may have to flip thru it the next time I go WM'ing. Hope all is well with everyone. . . Lisa </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1322#post-19431 Tue, 03 Aug 2010 18:55:19 +0000 Blossom 19431@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have you ever experienced the short-sighted &quot;thrill of antiquities victory&quot; only to find yourself wallowing in the the &quot;agony of defeat&quot;? </p> <p>Ever find out that the archeological wonder you unearthed at an estate sale or auction would NOT help you retire at forty and send your kids to Harvard?</p> <p>I remember the time I contacted Sothebys/Christies about &quot;the&quot; musical instrument:</p> <p>Made in England. Mid-19th century. Intricately crafted. Beautiful sound. Hand-hewn case. Rare instrument. </p> <p>In fact, too rare. SO rare... that it had NO collector appeal.</p> <p>It wasn't even valuable enough to send even ONE of our kids to a community college.</p> <p>Not even for half a semester.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1321#post-19417 Mon, 02 Aug 2010 09:25:47 +0000 JunKAllie 19417@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Alright ladies, I've decided to tie a knot and hang on. I am planning on staying in my booth and give it some more time. I know patience is not an attribute that God blessed me with however being persistent is. I'm just not ready to give up quite yet....so here we go.... :-) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1316#post-19380 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 09:37:31 +0000 beckymcpherson 19380@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have many old branding irons. Anybody with ideas on repurposing them? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1311#post-19294 Fri, 23 Jul 2010 14:15:02 +0000 huggybear38 19294@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just saw where the longest yard sale dates are as follows:and has included Michigan this year.</p> <p><a href="http://www.127sale.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.127sale.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1317#post-19382 Thu, 29 Jul 2010 11:14:55 +0000 huggybear38 19382@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I read this idea somewhere and thought it was cute enough to share with you all.. </p> <p>"Very Special Box" </p> <p>Materials you will need :</p> <p>•Small gift box<br /> Ribbon<br /> Wrapping paper<br /> Glue<br /> Card<br /> Time: &lt; 30 minutes<br /> Suitable For: Most Ages </p> <p>This project is a great little all occasion gift. You can add a small magnet onto the bottom of small boxes to pop onto the fridge. I have made 100's of these for school fetes and fundraisers. </p> <p>Take a small box and wrap it up with gift wrap. If you don't have a small box use small wood blocks, foam or even wrapped match boxes. It really doesn't matter what size or shape your box is as it is only symbolic.</p> <p>Wrap the box up with ribbon and print out and attach the following poem.</p> <p>This is a very special gift </p> <p>That you can never see </p> <p>The reason it's so special is </p> <p>It's just for you from me. </p> <p>Whenever you are lonely </p> <p>Or are ever feeling blue </p> <p>You only have to hold this gift </p> <p>And know I'm hugging you. </p> <p>You never can unwrap it </p> <p>Please leave the ribbon tied </p> <p>Just hold the box close to your heart </p> <p>It's filled with hugs inside. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1304#post-19149 Sat, 17 Jul 2010 09:30:58 +0000 Mona Kay at Home 19149@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>All I have is my garage, and it is currently literally overflowing with furniture which needs my attention. My plan is to have a shed built, which will allow me to move the furniture into the shed, opening up the garage for workspace. I don't love the idea of storing furniture in an unheated shed, but I don't have any other options at this time...</p> <p>Where do all of you work on the beautiful finished products I've seen posted? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1270#post-18619 Mon, 28 Jun 2010 08:28:08 +0000 daisytoad 18619@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As much as I like reading all of the posts, my favorite posts are the ones with pictures!</p> <p>Post picture of projects, booths anything! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1261#post-18493 Fri, 18 Jun 2010 20:19:15 +0000 gigi 18493@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>ran across this in bh&#38;g mag this month. very impressed with the different varieties of artwork offered and price ranges. interesting!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=921#post-14509 Mon, 07 Dec 2009 14:10:54 +0000 huggybear38 14509@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>E-BAY HAS A PATTERN ON IT FOR MAKING A BED DOLL WITH MILK FILTERS I THINK I WILL SEND AWAY FOR IT.. HERE IS WHAT IT LOOKS LIKE</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1314#post-19349 Mon, 26 Jul 2010 19:06:38 +0000 petals 19349@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I wanted to share the decorations from my birthday party. I own a flower/antique shop. My helper and I repurposed some interesting things for the party. I made a slide show on picture trail. Thanks for looking!<br /> kim</p> <p><a href="http://picturetrail.com/petals22" rel="nofollow">http://picturetrail.com/petals22</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1312#post-19295 Fri, 23 Jul 2010 16:56:16 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 19295@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>heres our first tv commercial...with lots of rehabbed things... <a href="http://www.rtcol.com/~sfurn/greenoakad.wmv" rel="nofollow">http://www.rtcol.com/~sfurn/greenoakad.wmv</a></p> <p>it was fun and exciting and you will probably get sick of it if you watch south bend wsbt....its running in august....<br /> the girl at the end is made out of a rock and old metal....the giant robot i had a furnace guy make a long time ago.... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1313#post-19299 Fri, 23 Jul 2010 20:59:42 +0000 Callef 19299@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I finally finished another slipcover after not having done one for a long time. I'm getting ready to do several pieces for a friend, so I thought I'd better do a chair I already had (which has been in my attic for MONTHS!) Here's the before &#38; after:</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1307#post-19251 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 07:46:40 +0000 lovecrafting 19251@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am suffering from "junkers block" right now. I need a dose of inspiration and thought you girls would know right where to help me find it. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1309#post-19279 Thu, 22 Jul 2010 09:03:52 +0000 Blossom 19279@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Things that inspire me:</p> <p>Blue skies<br /> Butterflies<br /> Poetry<br /> Eveinig Walks<br /> Playing Piano<br /> Flowers<br /> Hot cup of tea<br /> Sitting on my front porch<br /> Laughing with friends<br /> Magazines</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1179#post-17590 Fri, 16 Apr 2010 08:27:21 +0000 junxtaposition 17590@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i am looking for off the wall sayings...such as:<br /> "blessed are the cracked for they let the light shine it"</p> <p>or</p> <p>"i've fallen in love many times...always with you"<br /> "i write you letters by the thousand...but only in my thoughts"</p> <p>anyone???? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1182#post-17637 Sat, 17 Apr 2010 19:43:24 +0000 copperhead 17637@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>OK, There is a thread for odd sayings. How about one for one odd word. I've seen flash cards and Scrabble tiles a word stamped in metal what ever. BUT how about a cool one word list and what you put with it... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1308#post-19253 Wed, 21 Jul 2010 11:54:21 +0000 daisytoad 19253@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>For a while now I've been primarily online, but now that my actual store/occasional sale opening are coming up what info should I have on my cards?</p> <p>I plan to have the info of the sales and the store on the site, but do I give an address? hours of operation? or see site for detail? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1015#post-15742 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 10:38:18 +0000 Junk Mom 15742@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We're open for ideas -my daughter and I are planning a wedding. We both love antiques, going to flea markets and of course, Junk Bonanza. The last Junk Bonanza we attended in September in Shakopee, MN we purchased the Pyrex 12 place setting of the turquoise and white dishes, that purchase has been our inspiration to plan an antique/vintage wedding. Her colors are turquoise/black &#38; white, we are using the old blue mason jars for table decorations with flowers and candles in them. We just purchased an old ladder to intertwine a floral and ivy swag with ribbon and tulle and also hang laterns from it. We have four turquoise old tin ceiling panels from a 1904 movie theatre 24"x24" and lots of galvanized containers. We would welcome some ideas from you- Thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1301#post-19075 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 07:10:24 +0000 tkhillman 19075@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just found this website and have just started actually doing things I have "always wanted to do". LOVE this site!!! I am currently painting a table for my sister-in-law and rescued two chairs from a dumpster for my next project. Love to have found others like me :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1242#post-18302 Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:56:46 +0000 Meadowview Farm 18302@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So, I took a leap -- and joined all you bloggers. Yes, I often do take my time to chew on something &#38; doesn't help to be in the country with slow dial up service. Anyway -- I just got started -- not much information yet, but I hope to add on decorating, vintage finds and life on our 1857 farm in the days/months ahead.</p> <p><a href="http://www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com/</a></p> <p>Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1299#post-19045 Wed, 14 Jul 2010 09:00:43 +0000 daisytoad 19045@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I hope I can ask this question in a clear way!</p> <p>Those of you how do sales or have stores, how do you do your point of sale?</p> <p>I've been toying with the idea of a vintage cash register, but am wondering if a Point of Sale system that will track inventory will be easier?</p> <p>What is your experience? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1302#post-19084 Thu, 15 Jul 2010 19:25:54 +0000 junxtaposition 19084@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>check this out....</p> <p><a href="http://www.walletpop.com/blog/2010/07/15/curbside-scavengers-find-bargains-in-the-rough/?sms_ss=email" rel="nofollow">http://www.walletpop.com/blog/2010/07/15/curbside-scavengers-find-bargains-in-the-rough/?sms_ss=email</a></p> <p>very nicely written ! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1295#post-18945 Mon, 12 Jul 2010 13:47:50 +0000 daisytoad 18945@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm trying to figure out if I'd like to carry candles in my brick and mortar store. Any recommendations? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1298#post-19004 Tue, 13 Jul 2010 14:23:32 +0000 Blossom 19004@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A friend is tearing down an old gray barn and is KEEPING the wood!!! </p> <p>Any repurposing ideas for booth resale items? Any pictures?</p> <p>The picture I am posting is NOT the old barn...but it is beautiful.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1287#post-18818 Thu, 08 Jul 2010 20:09:46 +0000 gigi 18818@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i must be sick!! i actually drove past several garage/yard sales today because it was so miserably hot outside!!<br /> i drove past the same one a few times and still couldn't muster the nerve to haul my sweaty behind out of the air conditioned truck to take a gander!!<br /> yes....i'll be kicking myself wondering "what, if anything" i passed up on while trying to stay cool and dry!!<br /> but..hoping i'm not the only one chickening out on days like this!<br /> what makes you do a second guess and bypass a sale?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1297#post-18972 Mon, 12 Jul 2010 19:21:13 +0000 Mona Kay at Home 18972@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm sure you ladies can help me with this one...I think I can salvage a 6 panel wooden door, paint it white, turn it sideways (doorknob hole side down), and mount it on the wall as a headboard. I don't think this is an original idea, I think I've seen this done before. What do you all think? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1293#post-18890 Sun, 11 Jul 2010 16:59:07 +0000 Mona Kay at Home 18890@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I finally, finally updated my coffee nook which was driving me crazy!! It was so dark and &quot;thrown together&quot;, but it's hot in NJ right now, and I was procrastinating with painting. But I finally couldn't stand it any more...I'm so glad it's done!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1296#post-18954 Mon, 12 Jul 2010 16:51:56 +0000 Leveta 18954@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It's not a good ideal to...</p> <p>I had a tube of GEII that was in the shop that I been useing and in trying to get it reopened so I could use it I took wire and poked it down the opening several times. Gave it a squeeze but it still didn't want to come out. So I put it on the floor of the porch and stepped on it...Not a good ideal...It still didn't come out the top, BUT it did come out the bottom...LOL...In a line across the porch...That's what I get for getting mad...LOLOL... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1291#post-18877 Sun, 11 Jul 2010 09:35:05 +0000 Meadowview Farm 18877@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The Count Down has begun to my FIRST EVER Barn Sale...<br /> The stairs to the hayloft were begun on July 9th.</p> <p>Follow this adventure --- including a first give-away at:<br /> <a href="http://www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.meadowviewfarmwi.blogspot.com</a></p> <p>Kari</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1294#post-18907 Sun, 11 Jul 2010 18:08:02 +0000 Mona Kay at Home 18907@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello, I'm sooo happy to have found this community, and the talent just takes my breath away!! But I'd love to be able to access everyone's blogs/websites/online shops, etc...does anyone know if there's a way to do this? I've enjoyed looking at everyone's profile, but have not found this information...</p> <p>Thanks!<br /> MK </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1292#post-18888 Sun, 11 Jul 2010 15:27:17 +0000 LuAnn 18888@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've seen these done before but with a picture frame around it. These wooden pieces came from a barrel that the metal straps fell off and were an odd size so couldn't put in a frame. I added a couple of other items to make these purposeful along with a place to put flowers your children pick for you (dandilions, etc). Cup hangers and a vintage bird seed holder (from a bird cage) were placed at the bottom. There are more wood pieces, clamps, and bottles to make more. Who knows these may end of holiday gifts for my sisters.</p> <p>LuAnn</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1284#post-18775 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 10:48:19 +0000 daisytoad 18775@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have stacks of inspiration magazines, what creative ways do you have to store yours? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1290#post-18856 Sat, 10 Jul 2010 13:32:05 +0000 JunKAllie 18856@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Okay ladies,my saga continues....So apparently I was mistaken when I said that things were starting to pick up in my booth. I sold one thing, no typo's here...YES, 1 thing in 1 month! For a grand total of $12. Hhhmm... my rent in $125, does anyone else notice the larger than life discrepancy?? Not sure if I should move out, or hang on but I can't keep buying stuff, paying rent and getting nothing in return. My sister and visited booth today and she says my stuff doesn't match the rest of the stuff in store(thought I mentioned this before) What should I do??? HELP! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1232#post-18203 Thu, 20 May 2010 06:31:19 +0000 Lorene 18203@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've been inspired by everyone's blog and would like to jump on the band wagon. I'm moving into my new home next month and would like to write about my many planned renovations w/ before and after pics, my trash-to-treasure projects, and possible projects for sale, etc. </p> <p>I need help getting started. Where do you go to set up a blog? Is there a certain website that's better than others? </p> <p>Also need help with a name. Any suggestions?</p> <p>Any help or advice anyone can give would be greatly appreciated. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1289#post-18854 Sat, 10 Jul 2010 12:09:13 +0000 GardenArt 18854@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>For a cute flowerpot candle holder, I took an old bedspring and glass insulator and just added a tealight. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1283#post-18772 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 10:39:10 +0000 Grounds Keeper of Ginley Park 18772@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I started this awhile ago and add to it from time to time. This looks really nice when the sunsets and the sunrays shine onto the blue glass...I will be adding some beach grass at the base and some stones. We also use copper posts and just keep adding as needed.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1279#post-18755 Mon, 05 Jul 2010 20:50:06 +0000 mcnaughton 18755@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm considering painting our 80s oak entertainment center. I wondered if anyone had experience and suggestions for painting oak furniture. Does the grain show up under the paint? Any suggestions for particular paint products for the best results? If you were to paint furniture now, would you choose white, black or another color? I don't plan on re-doing this anytime soon and want something fresh and current in its style. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1288#post-18838 Fri, 09 Jul 2010 10:06:53 +0000 Barb CountryLane 18838@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Somewhere on here someone mentioned about tinting primer. I went to the hardware store last night and asked if I could get a quart of primer tinted black. The clerk said sure, and he started tinting it. I do have tinted primer now, but it's not black, it's a definate gray.</p> <p>He added tint and put it in the shaker, then did it again. He poured out some paint, added more tint, shook it again. Added more tint, shook again. Poured out more paint, added more tint, shook again, more tint, more shaking. At that point I told him I'd take it as it was, it was obvious, black wasn't going to happen!</p> <p>He didn't know of any primer that has a deeper color base so it could be tinted a dark color, which brings up my question:</p> <p>How do you tint a primer a dark color, or was I asking the impossible? I have several furniture pieces I'm going to paint black, and I thought a black primer would save a coat or 2 of paint. Suggestions? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1281#post-18769 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 09:39:24 +0000 huggybear38 18769@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My daughter and I chose to be in a Arts and Craft show this September in Bellevue, Kentucky.. She does a lot of artsy itmes.. I do a lot of craty things so I am going to make Knot Purses, Potato Baker Bags, Neck Coolers, maybe some baby blankets.. and pot holders.. not sure what all she is going to do.. she does a lot of repurposeing.. so maybe have some of her neat items in that.. I thougt I would also make several glass totems to see how they would go.. and maybe some bowling ball gazing balls.. it should be fun.. only proble is we have a family birthday party to go to the same day and will have to pack up fast and head up to Lebanon, Ohio to join the party.. LOL wish us luck... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1278#post-18746 Mon, 05 Jul 2010 13:14:12 +0000 SecondHandRosie 18746@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Walked into the flea market today to bring a load of stuff to put in my booths. I had several really rusty, neat metal things. Several of the dealers were standing there and as I went out the door to get more I heard one of the men say, "Does that s*** really sell!?" To which one of the women dealers (my friend) answered, "Like hotcakes!" LOL</p> <p>He's a real blowhard and told me twice, "The salvage yard is that way (pointing)." (Meaning that I could sell it for scrap there.)<br /> Then he asked me where I got all that stuff. I told him that I had "made a deal with the devil"! LOL</p> <p>Some people just don't get it, do they!? LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1282#post-18770 Tue, 06 Jul 2010 09:53:46 +0000 huggybear38 18770@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>she took three towel rack holders and attached to the door.. I like the idea that you could also add a name to each rack and that lets them know these are their towels and when they are used or diry they must be responsible for putting in dirty laundry..<br /> Also , when out junking check out for a big clear glass vase like this.. a really neat use for it..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1273#post-18693 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 08:41:48 +0000 huggybear38 18693@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>JUST CHECKED AND CHRISTMAS IS ONLY<br /> 176 Days</p> <p>14 Hours</p> <p>21 Minutes </p> <p>AWAY.. DOESN'T THIS JUST MAKE YOUR DAY..<br /> HERE IS A PROJECT TO THINK ABOUT </p> <p><a href="http://christmas.organizedhome.com/gifts-in-a-jar/adult-journal-jar" rel="nofollow">http://christmas.organizedhome.com/gifts-in-a-jar/adult-journal-jar</a></p> <p>I am thinking of making these for some of my family for this up coming Christmas and thought now would be a good time to start printing off all the stuff and finding the journals and the jars.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1277#post-18744 Mon, 05 Jul 2010 07:01:10 +0000 huggybear38 18744@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>one of the girls at work is getting married and looking for center pieces for her tables with candles .. so I use the soil moist crystals for my neck coolers and also have made the smell jelly with them.. so thought why not use about 1/2 teaspoon of them in an ivy jar and add color to them and a candle.. so here is one of my ideas.. whatcha think.. I like the idea of them not catching on fire. now remember the soil moist crystals are the size of sea salt and so all I put in the jar was 1/2 teaspoon and water.. they multi 200 times their size..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1225#post-18111 Thu, 13 May 2010 15:58:36 +0000 judyb 18111@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>any ideas//uses for old pearl necklaces. they were my grandmothers they are not valuable </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1269#post-18616 Mon, 28 Jun 2010 06:49:56 +0000 huggybear38 18616@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My youngest daughter and her husband made this rolling bev. cart out of an old lawnmower .. I think it is pretty clever.. I can think of many ways to use this item..not only for beverage cart.. but also for just working around yard.. to beable to move large amounts of dirt and weeds, debris.. etc.. so clever these kids are..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1276#post-18723 Fri, 02 Jul 2010 18:27:23 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 18723@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>im doing something new for me...consigning to another store... a fun high class new junk/rehabb/antique/design shop....the owner is so creative and has it packed to the gills.... people are coming in like crazy...its old stuff reworked or original but not really crafty or junky in the bad way... she has beds hanging from the ceiling.... big twigs, lots of light, french music,umbrellas...<br /> her displays are fabulous.and way over the top....im excited and hope to sell a lot....i put some pictures of it on here <a href="http://www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com</a> ....i cant figure out how to post on here....<br /> im in another mall which is doing terrible....<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1275#post-18706 Thu, 01 Jul 2010 18:49:00 +0000 KudzuKween 18706@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>these would be a great idea for passing out to guests at your outdoor get-together :D add a red/white/blue small bow or piece of ribbon if you want. All you need is some old record albums, some paint stir sticks, and a hot glue gun. i made mine with 2 layers of cardboard album cover, but you can make it with one piece. i also cut the paint sticks in half, so i got 2 fans made out of 1 stick :D. i folded a sheet of paper in half and cut out a shape i remembered from the old churches down here and cut out front and back of the album with scissors...no problem cutting 2 layers :D<br /> maybe these would be good low price sellers in your booths? maybe you could use the idea for outdoor weddings?<br /> go make some!<br /> kudzu</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1264#post-18540 Thu, 24 Jun 2010 18:08:52 +0000 JunKAllie 18540@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok, I realize that I probably need to be more patient.(this is not an attribute that comes easily for me) But I have been in my booth for 5 weeks and sold a total of 4 things. :-( And what I have sold does not come close to paying my rent. I am VERY discouraged and wondering if I got myself in over my head. I have spent hours combing the countryside for great deals. I garage sale on a weekly basis,I went to a auctions hrs away from home on Monday in hopes of finding better deals, hit a flea market and found some cool stuff. I feel like I have been trying SUPER hard to make this work and it doesn't seem to be paying off. I asked the shop owner if she thought my prices were to high, and she said "No". Are my expectations to high for just 5 weeks in??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1055#post-16183 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 06:57:16 +0000 gigi 16183@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>ok...what's with the .99 on the end of everything now? why'd they go and ruin a good thing here? hmmmm?</p> <p>all the goodwill stores around me have upped their prices on every single kind of item they sell and to make matters worse, they're doing like the realtor/car salesman and many large stores like walmart-etc. are doing by ending the prices in .99!!!!! </p> <p>oh, i hate that....but hey, doesn't the price look better at $3.99 than at $4.00?? errrrrrr!! i'm upset with them!! </p> <p>our stores used to be a rather good value/buy, especially for people who need to save and not just look for extra things like some do...but it's almost cheaper and wiser to purchase it new at the same price!!! guess my days of hunting the shelves at GW are going, going, GONE!!! :( boo-hoo, i'm in mourning!! :( </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1248#post-18353 Mon, 07 Jun 2010 12:38:10 +0000 robolady 18353@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Some of you may have read that I am this year's Flea Market Style blog Administrator. We've been working for weeks to update the blog with new graphics, and content, as well as to introduce our new team. Please hop over there and take a look, and stay tuned for a contest announcement later this week.</p> <p><a href="http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1271#post-18628 Mon, 28 Jun 2010 17:19:00 +0000 daisytoad 18628@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>No I'm not talkin' a hubby who welds.. (mine can but he's never home and his honey do list is growing like the weeds in my garden!)</p> <p>I wondered how hard it was to learn to use? any tips, advice or something to share? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1272#post-18635 Tue, 29 Jun 2010 09:51:57 +0000 Blossom 18635@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It was early last Saturday morning, and I was on the hunt. I stopped by the usual places. I did a drive-by at our small-town, impromptu flea market with its ever-changing array of vendors and wares. The parking lots were EMPTY. I scanned the typical neighborhoods for sale signs. No dice.</p> <p>Needing a drink (coffee, that is), I stopped at our local convenient mart. It was there that I got the scoop on the area sales. Yard sales are a big deal in our &quot;burg&quot; and two ladies were regaling in some bargains. Such news gave me a bigger rush than my cappuccino.</p> <p>At most sales I hesitate to mention that I am an antiques dealer. This is especially the case when items are unmarked. There is a general misconception that antiques vendors are independently wealthy and criminally cheap. </p> <p>But this time, I slipped-up. I'm glad I did. Instead of being treated like a thief-in-consumer's-clothing, I was lauded. These nice folks started asking me questions. They invited me pull up a chair and sit in the shade of their Sunbrella.</p> <p>I was asked how to paint a rattan blanket basket in order to make it look primitive. Wow! I even knew the ANSWER to that one. My painting advice lead to more inquiries. Soon, items were being brought out to me for my &quot;expert&quot; opinion.</p> <p>Sitting in the impromptu shade on that plastic lawn chair; being peppered with age and value questions; and sharing in the excitement of one family's really great collection of treasures, couldn't have made me feel more important than if I were a host on HGTV.</p> <p>Move over, Keno brothers!</p> <p>This time the subject popped up.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1194#post-17791 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 09:01:23 +0000 daisytoad 17791@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've seen small toads, but I need a BIG one, for the dreiveway of my new store. I've been trying to brainstorm, anyone have pictures or ideas on how to make a giant toad?????</p> <p>I thought maybe 2 wheel barrows....2 shovels.....</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1268#post-18607 Sun, 27 Jun 2010 07:46:13 +0000 Leveta 18607@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I would LOVE to say to those that have gone for a while "GLAD YOUR BACK". Sue and Greta, have MISSED you girlfriends...I still check in usually everyday. I may not post but gosh I have to look...Even though I don't have a shop(storage now) I still like to wet my toes in the water. One of these days I will get to set up a table somewhere and sell the goodies I am making here and there...I'm so glad to see your faces again...We had alot of fun here...And now all the new ones coming in...It's great...God Bless you wonderful ladies on here... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1267#post-18592 Sat, 26 Jun 2010 18:28:24 +0000 KudzuKween 18592@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is quick ,and I think it really nly took 2 minutes *wink*<br /> You need a rusty bed spring, a rusty cottage cheese mold and a battery operated votive or glass holder and candle votive.<br /> Simply slip the end of the wire on the top side of your bed spring into a hole in the cheese mold, add a light, and enjoy the beautiful star pattern! you could also hang the molds over twinkle lights or cluster the molds with twinkle lights, add a hanger to the mold and hang from the porch...dozens of ideas there...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1265#post-18548 Fri, 25 Jun 2010 12:42:08 +0000 LuAnn 18548@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Out for the day with JH and came across an Estate Sale. Found this box of approximately 780 flash cards. Thought I was in heaven. The price was ever better--it comes out to less than 2 cents each! Couldn't wait to get them home and look over my treasures. Put them in numberical order and now the fun really begins--reading each one and finding a place to put them. LET THE FUN BEGIN!</p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1057#post-16203 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 14:44:37 +0000 copperhead 16203@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Our house was robbed November 30, 2009. :o((( the jerks threw a sewing machine I had been working on out back through a patio door - broke the glass door and did in the machine. I'm wondering if anybody has any idea's what could be done with the machine. It is one of the boring old WWII type machines - painted dark brown. There is no light - they broke it. It does have a chrome balance wheel and one or two other chrome do hickeys plus a box full of accessories that are only good on that machine. Maybe the chrome parts could get used for something - but what? It also has a cabinet that won't fit any other machine because the hinge pins are set too close. The cabinet front has a nice sized little veneer front door. The thing is pretty sturdy. It could possibly have shelves put in side. The top has cigarette burns and lots of scratches. Ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1266#post-18577 Sat, 26 Jun 2010 08:31:01 +0000 DonnaV 18577@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Anyone have any ideas on how to make a headboard using an old wooden ladder?<br /> I am in absolute Awe at the talent found on this board. I thought I was creative...I was wrong! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=990#post-15434 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 17:16:43 +0000 kimmykat 15434@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My favorite piece is a treasure I recieved from my neighbors. It is a small wood box with a handle and 2 partitions. It was Popo's fence fixing box. I use it now for a paper towel holder and the other side for a tissue holder. It sits on my kitchen counter and I think of them when I use it.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1263#post-18517 Mon, 21 Jun 2010 08:18:57 +0000 lovecrafting 18517@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am having trouble selling the 25 Flea Market Style magazines I ordered awhile back (still have at least 10 left). Is any one else out there had problems selling them? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1257#post-18444 Tue, 15 Jun 2010 15:04:01 +0000 The Farmers Wife 18444@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have a couple things that I am wondering how to price...</p> <p>Scrabble tiles - I have a chance to get tons of them, but how much do I charge?? AND, more importantly, are they still selling?? I can also get the boards - would people buy them to glue the tiles onto the boards making words and phrases???</p> <p>Old zippers - if you saw on my blog I have tons in varying lengths and colors...</p> <p>Old wooden spools - with &#38; without the thread!</p> <p>THANKS IN ADVANCE! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1256#post-18423 Mon, 14 Jun 2010 10:26:33 +0000 thehillbillies 18423@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello strangers! I need help, and I know you gals are the ones to help me!<br /> I am consigning with a friend in a nearby town, she just opened a store in May and we are both doing REALLY well (happy dance!) It's a seasonal decor store and I'm her only consignor. She usually buys things from wholesalers and relies on me to provide the one of a kind, handmade items. We just finished up our 4th of July theme and in July she wants to do a picnic/patio theme. I'm running into a road block and can't get creative or any ideas for things to make... can I get some creative juices from you? Any ideas would be greatly appreciated! Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1243#post-18312 Wed, 02 Jun 2010 15:52:05 +0000 chiccottagejunk 18312@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://glidden.com/color/color-visualizer.do?showPromo=true#path=intro&#38;cid0&#38;cid1=GLB07&#38;cid2&#38;cid3&#38;cid4&#38;cid5&#38;cid6&#38;cid7&#38;cid8" rel="nofollow">http://glidden.com/color/color-visualizer.do?showPromo=true#path=intro&#38;cid0&#38;cid1=GLB07&#38;cid2&#38;cid3&#38;cid4&#38;cid5&#38;cid6&#38;cid7&#38;cid8</a></p> <p>This started today and I've ordered my free testers. You can also have an email sent to someone else inviting them to click for free paint. Last year, as some of you remember, Glidden gave away a free quart of paint. This year they are giving away two testers so get yours while they last!!</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1260#post-18482 Thu, 17 Jun 2010 11:49:04 +0000 cheryldh 18482@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>how do you drill hole in glass wine bottle for electical cord for lamp </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1246#post-18336 Fri, 04 Jun 2010 14:42:09 +0000 SecondHandRosie 18336@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If so, how does it work? I mean, do you have an arrangement with the dealer/shop owner, etc. that they will give you a certain percentage over what you paid for something? Do you have arrangements for times that they don't want what you have bought, or do you just buy specific things that they're looking for?</p> <p>If no one does this, anybody know a good website that might answer some of my questions?</p> <p>TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1254#post-18400 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 16:09:25 +0000 Leveta 18400@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I want to make a windchime out of a copper looking teapot. Got wholes drilled for everything. Useing fishing line. What do you secure the line to inside and do you hang the spoons at different levels, AND do you hang pot up while doing all this...Thanks everyone or anyone... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1252#post-18394 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 07:22:54 +0000 The Farmers Wife 18394@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey Everyone!</p> <p>Its been awhile since I've been on here....need to get caught up again!<br /> Anyway, I found some items this week that I am not sure about (like what they are or value)..if you have time take a peek at my blog and if you have some thoughts either comment there or leave me a note here!</p> <p>thanks!</p> <p><a href="http://www.thefarmerswifeiniowa.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.thefarmerswifeiniowa.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1255#post-18409 Sun, 13 Jun 2010 07:05:32 +0000 gigi 18409@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>just around the corner, anyone have new, innovative ideas as to homemade gifts for dad from teenage girls??</p> <p>we already (or should i say...."HE" already bought himself a gift from the store...trying to think of a useful reuse for them to make alittle something for him now)</p> <p>he loves sports, motorcycles, hunting ,fishing, etc....and is more into modern type things and just doesn't share my love for junk and antiques! :(<br /> other than that big fault....he's a keeper! :) ideas please?! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1253#post-18396 Fri, 11 Jun 2010 07:42:00 +0000 Marge 18396@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Our annual Vintage Treasures Market is June 18 &#38; 19 in St. Charles, MN (southeast MN) for any of you who are close enough to come. Details are on my blog. <a href="http://www.emmasnookandgranny.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.emmasnookandgranny.com/</a></p> <p>If you come, make sure you introduce yourself to us as a friend from Junk Revolution. Hope to see you there! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1241#post-18289 Mon, 31 May 2010 20:20:12 +0000 Marge 18289@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My Cricut came last week and here is my first creation. Its vinyl letters on a 16 x 20 stretched canvas. I made it for my son for his birthday. It's places that have significance to him - wedding in the garden, works at Epic in Verona, interned in the lab, grad school at the U, college, pizza place and ice cream place in Decorah and home town, high school, jr high and elementary school in Roch.</p> <p>I think it turned out pretty good but wish i would have had a little Cricut experience before attempting it. His birthday is today so I had a deadline. Nothing like learn as you go!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1217#post-17996 Mon, 03 May 2010 15:54:54 +0000 dianeinthevalley 17996@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>was sent a subscription card in the mail for this mag. Checked it out and it has some really neat things on it's web site. check out this old dresser made into a kitchen cart. Diane :)<br /> <a href="http://www.myhomemystyle.com/extras/issues/002/kitchen-cart.pdf" rel="nofollow">http://www.myhomemystyle.com/extras/issues/002/kitchen-cart.pdf</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1245#post-18327 Thu, 03 Jun 2010 13:00:00 +0000 Ready to Seek 18327@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I will be in the U.S January 2011. Probably drive from New York to Florida (or the other way around), and would love any info regarding flea markets at that time of year along the way.<br /> Also, any info of stores that I should go visit along the way would be fantastic. I would be looking for bits of fabric/lace for my art, interesting knick knacks, old books etc etc etc.<br /> Basically anything old, interesting and wonderfully decorative.<br /> Thought you may be able to help<br /> ta<br /> Lucy </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1250#post-18371 Wed, 09 Jun 2010 17:28:36 +0000 debapaka 18371@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We had a party for my Mom for her 80th Birthday, using vintage items to serve up the food. here are a couple of photos if you want to see more you can go to my blog <a href="http://www.junkinjane.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.junkinjane.blogspot.com</a></p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1249#post-18366 Wed, 09 Jun 2010 10:48:33 +0000 huggybear38 18366@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>For those of you who do any kind of sewing for the hospitals and etc. most of the fabric stores have their fleece on sale now and it is a good time to buy up some and stash for making the baby blankets and hats etc. for the hospitals and the nursing home. We have to always remember those who are in need. I only wish I could make some kind of skimmer for those near the Gulf to help skim up the oil.. but we can help in other ways..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1239#post-18257 Fri, 28 May 2010 10:17:44 +0000 JunKAllie 18257@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So my one dream this summer is to get in my hubby's truck(since I'm bringing home treasures) and drive to 1 awesome Flea!!!! I'm thinking in Iowa, SouthDakota, NorthDakota, Wisc, Illinois. Any great recommendations!! :-) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1240#post-18273 Sun, 30 May 2010 14:46:48 +0000 JunKAllie 18273@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have 18 of these from our wedding and I've tried to sell them but can't seem to get rid of them. Wondering if anyone has any idea what I could do with them?? Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1247#post-18351 Sun, 06 Jun 2010 20:24:30 +0000 GinaG 18351@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My mom and I are very excited for Junk Bonanza! We are from SE Iowa(Burlington). We are looking for suggestions of places that we may junk at on our way to Shakopee. Please give me any suggestions!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1237#post-18243 Wed, 26 May 2010 19:27:08 +0000 JunKAllie 18243@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ladies-<br /> Thanks again for your great advice!! I am moving into a cute little shop this friday!! I am so excited and cannot wait to start decorating "my booth". :-) Will keep you all updated. :-)<br /> Thanks again,<br /> JunkAllie </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1238#post-18255 Fri, 28 May 2010 08:51:33 +0000 SecondHandRosie 18255@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It sure has been slow around here. Guess everybody is busy with yardwork, etc. We're STILL in the process of moving stuff around in storage sheds and things out of the house and into a shed.</p> <p>Keep telling my DH that it's gonna look worse before it starts looking better! lol</p> <p>Plan on getting some of my bigger, rougher looking stuff out from under the side shed, cleaning it up and taking it to the flea market booth. Have a couple of old wooden ladders and some wrought iron porch posts that should sell.</p> <p>What about you guys? You staying busy? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1220#post-18043 Fri, 07 May 2010 14:40:49 +0000 KudzuKween 18043@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I actually have TWO tutorials in one. How to print on fabric, and how to make a book purse :D<br /> Here's my purse using fabric to cover the book. I printed out one of my favorite books for it. I used an old book, and an old shirt, and handles from a thrifted purse.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1235#post-18237 Wed, 26 May 2010 11:47:48 +0000 francesatkins 18237@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So many questions and so little time !<br /> Fax roll innards - does anyone remember way back then, what creative woman did with these plastic tubes? Can you believe I found a whole heap of them that I knew would come in handy one day - for????</p> <p>Wooden chair legs - I have boxes and boxes of old wooden chair legs - ball and claw ones, plus delicate ones shaped like a deer's foot ( dont know if you ever had that style in the USA? ) they are all solid mahogany??? - the only thing I can think to do with them is to chop them all the same size and make ottomans with them? just seems like an awful lot of work.....</p> <p>Small cash boxes - slightly used - decorate and sell on as little jewelery boxes? how? cover with fabric maybe to soften them a little ????? Help!</p> <p>Book shelf - made with a book - I saw this done in a website I can no longer find. I did save the picture, but dont think I should send it on - the owner might not like it. How do you think the book was attached to the wall? I have a lot of attractive old books and would like to try this. Does anyone know how to do this?</p> <p>Help! ideas needed please.</p> <p>I got the legs cut off a wrought iron U shaped magazine holder so that it can be hung on a bathroom wall to take rolled up towels, and there is is old 3 branched standing lamp I have been dragging around for years - I had the 3 branches cut off - was thinking of gluing a small platform on the top of it now - maybe for a whole bunch of candles or a plant pot? dont know what to do with the cut off branches - they are nicely curled, would make nice hooks of some sort.</p> <p>Soon as I get some batteries I will post pictures of these so you can give me some good advice! thank you, F </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1236#post-18239 Wed, 26 May 2010 12:03:50 +0000 francesatkins 18239@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So many questions and so little time !<br /> Fax roll innards - does anyone remember way back then, what creative woman did with these plastic tubes? Can you believe I found a whole heap of them that I knew would come in handy one day - for????</p> <p>Wooden chair legs - I have boxes and boxes of old wooden chair legs - ball and claw ones, plus delicate ones shaped like a deer's foot ( dont know if you ever had that style in the USA? ) they are all solid mahogany??? - the only thing I can think to do with them is to chop them all the same size and make ottomans with them? just seems like an awful lot of work.....</p> <p>Small cash boxes - slightly used - decorate and sell on as little jewelery boxes? how? cover with fabric maybe to soften them a little ????? Help!</p> <p>Book shelf - made with a book - I saw this done in a website I can no longer find. I did save the picture, but dont think I should send it on - the owner might not like it. How do you think the book was attached to the wall? I have a lot of attractive old books and would like to try this. Does anyone know how to do this?</p> <p>Help! ideas needed please.</p> <p>I got the legs cut off a wrought iron U shaped magazine holder so that it can be hung on a bathroom wall to take rolled up towels, and there is is old 3 branched standing lamp I have been dragging around for years - I had the 3 branches cut off - was thinking of gluing a small platform on the top of it now - maybe for a whole bunch of candles or a plant pot? dont know what to do with the cut off branches - they are nicely curled, would make nice hooks of some sort.</p> <p>Soon as I get some batteries I will post pictures of these so you can give me some good advice! thank you, F </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1219#post-18026 Wed, 05 May 2010 19:46:52 +0000 kimmykat 18026@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I came across this tonight and just needed to share...show your kids it is so amazing!<br /> <a href="http://phoebeallens.com/" rel="nofollow">http://phoebeallens.com/</a><br /> it is live and she has laid her eggs. They will hatch sometime next week if viable. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1234#post-18231 Tue, 25 May 2010 17:19:54 +0000 LuAnn 18231@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well my daughter's wedding is over so on the Sunday after I finally got to go to the Flea Market. Old friends always welcome you with open arms. The place was crawling with all kinds of goodies and people too! I picked up a few good items--an old door knob bracket, 2 old gas lanterns (going to turn into pieces in the garden) and the best part I picked up quite a bit of silver flatware (OMG--for only 7 cents each)-future garden markers. It felt good to be back in the saddle again!!</p> <p>PS--a pic of my daughter attached</p> <p>LuAnn</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1228#post-18148 Mon, 17 May 2010 08:47:39 +0000 francesatkins 18148@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello, I am new, ( from South Africa) and I have been reading all about you wonderful people and your projects with junk - I LOVE junk of all kinds.</p> <p>I have some wooden Hat Making Forms - and wondered what I could do with them, other than use them as doorstops? I would like to reinvent them and sell them on. Help! thanks Frances </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=266#post-3169 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 12:26:31 +0000 SecondHandRosie 3169@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Anybody seen any especially imaginative things used for display lately? I just went this morning and signed up for a booth in the local antique/flea market. Haven't had a booth in several years and would love some new ideas!</p> <p>What did you see that was really neat and how was it displayed?</p> <p>TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1233#post-18214 Sat, 22 May 2010 08:55:52 +0000 huggybear38 18214@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Not sure if any of you remember last year I took an old glass bowl that I found at the GW store and added flatside marbles to it.. I used all the marbles left over from makeing my bowling ball gazing balls and then I turned it upside down and made sure marbles were added to the bottom of the bowl.. then I added some Christmas tree lights.. well I found the perfect spot for this. On my patio table in my backyard..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1231#post-18175 Tue, 18 May 2010 09:58:53 +0000 junxtaposition 18175@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>looking for a travel buddy to attend the silver bella event this year....anyone from pa or oh area??</p> <p><a href="http://www.paperbellastudio.com/pages/silverbella.htm" rel="nofollow">http://www.paperbellastudio.com/pages/silverbella.htm</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1229#post-18154 Mon, 17 May 2010 12:47:12 +0000 debapaka 18154@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know there was a post early this year about a wedding using old stuff, I came across this one and I thought I would share</p> <p><a href="http://greenweddingshoes.com/real-wedding-catie-bens-vintage-inspired-backyard-wedding/" rel="nofollow">http://greenweddingshoes.com/real-wedding-catie-bens-vintage-inspired-backyard-wedding/</a></p> <p>I totally love it!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1227#post-18122 Sat, 15 May 2010 13:54:43 +0000 lovetogarden46 18122@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I won a prize from Creative home arts mag. I can't believe it! It a bag of Beadelle Crystal beads!! Doing the happy dance!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=474#post-6622 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 12:54:31 +0000 thehillbillies 6622@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My sister and I are no longer seeing eye to eye and she's moving her decal machine out of my house this week. (something I feel she brought on herself.)<br /> AnYwAy... DH was watching an infomercial about the Cricut, scrapbooking machine (and apparently so much more)...<br /> Didn't know if anyone on here has used one, has one, the pros, cons... I'd like to make decals to put on junk projects...<br /> Any imput would be great! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1130#post-17181 Tue, 23 Mar 2010 07:52:39 +0000 JunkLover 17181@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Check out my blog post for a way to repurpose old thrift store clothing..</p> <p><a href="http://treasuresrenewed.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://treasuresrenewed.blogspot.com/</a></p> <p>Keep On Junking<br /> Nora </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1117#post-17044 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 05:52:05 +0000 copperhead 17044@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I went through my t-shirts just a couple days ago - I kept out the ones I actually wear and turned some into skirts for my GD's.... I have a few left I think are getting made into a practice skirt for DIL. It gave me some space in the closet... To make a skirt for DIL, you take the bottom part of a t shirt folded in half around for a waist band - it can be as long or short as you like. I'm thinking the stretchy kind for that. Sew the bottoms of 2 or more t-shirts together. Then sew them to the bottom of the first one to make a waist band. The shirts can be cut straight and gathered or cut at an angle and pieced without gathers. DIL is still in college and is eager to make one. She wants one with all the old logo's pieced down in sections.</p> <p>There are so many pictures of t-shirts turned into skirts on line but it is nice to know if anybody real is doing that... or just the weirdo's. Oh boy, I'm stepping in it now...</p> <p>For the GD's, I cut the shirts off just below the neck. Then I cut off the sleeves. Then I sewed the sides up at a slight angle, then I made a casing for elastic. One shirt had a pocket but you can use the sleeves to make pockets.</p> <p>Now to figure out what to do with the perfectly good bras with dead elastic... LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1218#post-18023 Wed, 05 May 2010 10:26:21 +0000 SecondHandRosie 18023@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am so happy about this! Our poor old rough wood shed (which I dearly love!) is really starting to look like the leaning tower of Pisa! LOL</p> <p>We went Monday and ordered a new 12X28 storage shed. It also has three overhead storage areas that are four feet wide, each.</p> <p>Now, "all" we have to do is clean out our small shed, clean out the big shed and clean out the "lean-to"!LOL</p> <p>I felt like such a hoarder yesterday. I had started helping DH clean out the big shed and he said, "What about all of these old pieces of wood? Want me to get rid of them!?" I was having to leave and take my mom to the dr. out of town and I answered, "No! I've got to go through all of them. Please don't get rid of ANY of my stuff until I can go through it!" LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1226#post-18119 Fri, 14 May 2010 10:31:02 +0000 JunKAllie 18119@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know I have seen this things in shops and always thought they were cool but could never come up with an idea as to what to do with it. It's some sort of chicken house(?) that has the big circles cut out of it, usually two stacked on top of each other, so a total of about 8 circles. Probably 5-8 ft long. Does anyone out there know what I am talking about and if so, what are they called? :-)<br /> Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1224#post-18068 Sun, 09 May 2010 14:54:10 +0000 JunKAllie 18068@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Could someone explain to me how I could become a dealer? I LOVE LOVE LOVE hunting for junk and want to start selling it but I have no idea where to begin. Please feel free to email me. Thanks!<br /> junkallie<br /> <a href="mailto:allison_r11@yahoo.com">allison_r11@yahoo.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1221#post-18044 Fri, 07 May 2010 14:56:23 +0000 mandyblancq 18044@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought an old iron twin bed,had a welder cut the lenght to like 4',weld the cut iron side rails and a bar across the middle,cut plywood to fit on the bed frame ,made a coushion w/ foam &#38; material . Now I can sit outside in the garden in bed and read or watch the day go on ! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1222#post-18050 Sat, 08 May 2010 12:42:08 +0000 The Farmers Wife 18050@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I set up a 'fan page' for the Farmer's Wife...does anyone know how to set it up so that your blog entries go right to your facebook page??? I know that I have seen this on others...but not sure how to do it! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1223#post-18057 Sun, 09 May 2010 06:33:41 +0000 gigi 18057@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>for the many women who have sat up all night long tending to a sick child, impatiently waiting for one to come through the door alittle late from a date, anxiously awaiting the birth of that first grandchild, or the other many countless reasons that you've lost sleep over the years.....HAPPY MOTHERS DAY TO YOU ALL!!! </p> <p>God could not be in all places at all times, so he created you in his likeness to tend to his small....you are blessed and are a blessing!!! celebrate yourself, today!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1207#post-17916 Sat, 01 May 2010 10:37:38 +0000 KudzuKween 17916@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I used my a pair of jeans my niece outgrew and made a skirt for my granddaughter. I zig-zag stitched a rose fabric cut out to the back where it needed a patch, and added one to the front just for decoration. Also used pinking sheers to trim the hem and put it in the dryer to fray, then sewed on some eyelet to peek out, and added eyelet to the front pockets.<br /> Go make some!<br /> kudzu</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1216#post-17984 Mon, 03 May 2010 08:37:17 +0000 The Farmers Wife 17984@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello Everyone!!</p> <p>I feel very out of it - haven't been on here in awhile...I have been missing out!!! Sooooo many good posts that I need to catch up on!</p> <p>Anyway, I was wondering if anyone could tell me where to go for good logo designs for my blog, business card, receipts, and maybe even t-shirts! </p> <p>I have seen some great designs on so many blogs and want something for mine. I like the look of crowns, fleur de leis, chandeliers...now if I can just incorporate that into a farm theme?!??!? ;)</p> <p>thanks for your help!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1210#post-17936 Sun, 02 May 2010 08:26:36 +0000 daisytoad 17936@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know I'm not around here a whole lot, but I also know that you all are strong independent business owners/entrepreneurs and you understand the struggle!</p> <p>I'm planning on opening a B&#38;M in my garage in November and am ranked 5th in this grant contest.</p> <p>Could you take a minute of your time and cast a vote my way? It only takes a second...really!</p> <p><a href="http://soc.li/a3RfC6C" rel="nofollow">http://soc.li/a3RfC6C</a></p> <p>Thank you! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1202#post-17846 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 11:53:29 +0000 SecondHandRosie 17846@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have two booths in a local flea market. There's a new "antique shop" that has recently opened and they have discovered my booths!<br /> I walked into their shop the other day and there were about five of my things in there for sale. One was a cute, vintage print apron. It's the type that covers your whole front side and fastens in the back. I had written on the tag that it would be cute with a tank under it to wear this summer. I could just picture some cute, funky teenager looking neat in it with some jeans or shorts with it. Anyway....there was my apron, with my tag still on it, only they had placed a 1 in front of my $5.00 and turned it into $15.00! LOL</p> <p>All of the things had been raised in price, some of them doubled, or more.</p> <p>Hey, that's okay, I'm making money and so are they. I just think it's funny that I'm a "low level dealer"! LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1213#post-17958 Sun, 02 May 2010 17:15:32 +0000 mcnaughton 17958@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>When I went to Sherwin Williams today for some glaze medium I was happily surprised that I could get it for under $4 when the normal price was $14. An employee told me that SW is bringing out a whole new line of similar products so the current ones are priced to move. He told me some products are less than $10 per gallon. I hope this info helps someone. I know we are all bargain hunters!<br /> (and I have no business interests in SW!) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1200#post-17839 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 07:47:56 +0000 kimmykat 17839@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It is that time of year again for adventures! Found this one in Country Living magazine...Sparks, KS</p> <p><a href="http://www.sparksantiquesandcollectibles.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.sparksantiquesandcollectibles.com/</a> </p> <p>So for all of you Iowa, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska folks you might want to be thinking of a road trip! (JillRuth, this isn't that far from you....ever been?)<br /> It mentions that there are other shows near by --so far I have found the White Cloud show too..</p> <p><a href="http://www.legendsofamerica.com/OZ-WhiteCloud3.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.legendsofamerica.com/OZ-WhiteCloud3.html</a></p> <p>Now I need it to rain enough so that the boss can't be in the fields and we get a junk trip! If not the What Cheer flea market is this weekend too and only 30 min down the road! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1215#post-17971 Sun, 02 May 2010 20:27:39 +0000 mzkathy531 17971@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am new here and very excited to be a part of this great site! I am feeling so inspired already! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1211#post-17942 Sun, 02 May 2010 12:24:33 +0000 robolady 17942@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know it is exciting when any of us finally gets some recognition.<br /> I was thrilled to have been interviewed by a local magazine about Flea Market Decorating. I was doubly thrilled when I saw the article and all the photo's were from my blog, and my projects. What a compliment.<br /> I just thought I'd share my excitement with like minded folks.<br /> you can view it here<br /> <a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/2010/05/county-line-may-issue-woo-hoo.html" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/2010/05/county-line-may-issue-woo-hoo.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1199#post-17828 Sun, 25 Apr 2010 14:58:58 +0000 Leveta 17828@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We built this new sandbox for our babies... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1212#post-17957 Sun, 02 May 2010 17:12:47 +0000 lovecrafting 17957@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have donated some things but some things I hate to donate because I put too much work into them or have invested too much money.I like to keep my stock rotating so I hate to leave things in there too long but how long is too long? Is it ok to take things home for awhile and maybe bring them back at a later date? I am still a relatively new vendor so I am always unsure about these things. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1148#post-17339 Wed, 31 Mar 2010 21:59:26 +0000 Prior 17339@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I recently did a post about a going away party I did using the fortune tellers from Flea Market Style Magazine. They were a big hit and gave the party a personal touch! So Thanks!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1059#post-16241 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 13:08:10 +0000 huggybear38 16241@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw this on CL and they are asking a good price for set of 12 or set of 20, just thought you guys would like to see them</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1206#post-17904 Fri, 30 Apr 2010 09:32:58 +0000 huggybear38 17904@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My neice always has a Kentucky Derby party at her house each year and tomorrow is the day this year.. I am going to make the slaw and a Brownie pizza for her.. Iam not sure if I will be going to the party as I have to go to a viewing of one of my son' s friends and my friend who was only 44 years of age and died this passed weekend from surgery complications from and Appendix operation.. It will be a sad time and I am not feeling all that great so I may pass on the party.. but I will be watching the race from the comfort of my living room .. I love to see all the hats and fancy dresses.. and I love to root for the horse I pick to win.. The race goes fast.. but is a lots of fun.So if you all get a chance be sure to watch the Derby.. it is so much fun.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1208#post-17917 Sat, 01 May 2010 10:41:14 +0000 KudzuKween 17917@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is made from two $1 bandanas from the dollar store, and cut and pieced to make this nice top for a young girl or small woman. Make it larger by using more bandanas! Wear it as is, or over a tank top or t-shirt. Tutorial on my blog...it's long, but I took lots of photos!<br /> Go make some,<br /> kudzu</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1204#post-17885 Wed, 28 Apr 2010 23:31:27 +0000 KudzuKween 17885@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>very cute and very fast to make. cut from a denim jeans leg and trimmed with what i already hsd!<br /> make/wear one for national apron day may,10,2010!</p> <p>kudzu</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1205#post-17894 Thu, 29 Apr 2010 14:26:29 +0000 kimmykat 17894@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.howdoesshe.com/mothers-day-gift-ideas2" rel="nofollow">http://www.howdoesshe.com/mothers-day-gift-ideas2</a><br /> Here is a cute idea for you to do for spring planting...I have heard of doing this just thought for those of you needing projects for the little ones...and maybe some of us getting to old to bend and plant!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1201#post-17842 Mon, 26 Apr 2010 07:55:23 +0000 lovecrafting 17842@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I inherited a bunch of really old 78RPM records and I have no idea what to do with them. They are the really thick old ones. I have not tried melting them in the oven like some of you have done but think it would myake quite a while for them to soften enough to form them. Anyone have any ideas? They do not sell where I live and are really heavy to ship so I am hesitant to sell them online. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1203#post-17872 Tue, 27 Apr 2010 04:12:46 +0000 dianeinthevalley 17872@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi Rustic flea, this is dianeinthevalley. If you (or anyone else) are (is) going to Appleblossom in Winchester this Saturday drop me a line. Would love to meet a fellow junker! Diane<br /> <a href="mailto:dianelblake@aol.com">dianelblake@aol.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1173#post-17544 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 19:34:19 +0000 KudzuKween 17544@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>finished these today!<br /> enjoy,<br /> kudzu</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1192#post-17781 Thu, 22 Apr 2010 19:21:56 +0000 mcnaughton 17781@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I want to paint some brass lamp bases so they appear to have the same finish as oiled bronze. Anybody have a particular brand or style to suggest? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1169#post-17516 Sun, 11 Apr 2010 19:20:20 +0000 SecondHandRosie 17516@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Discovered a great pile of STUFF behind a manufacturing plant the other day. It was all piled out in a field and you could tell that they had already burned several smaller piles.</p> <p>I got out and began to look. A guy in a jeep drove up pulling a trailer with still more stuff on it. When I asked him if everything out there was trash, he smiled and said, &quot;Yes, ma'am. It'a all gonna be burned. Help yourself!&quot; (Music to a junker's ears!)</p> <p>Got several configurations of boards, etc. My favorite thing that I picked up was a sign that had three letters on it. Here's the finished product. Think that they will look neat hanging on someone's walls. All I did was get my sweet DH to cut them apart, then painted the back side of the boards and the area around each one, hung a sawtooth hanger on the back and they're ready to go! Doesn't show up in the photo, but they have great patina on them. (Cracks in the paint, weathered places, etc.)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1195#post-17793 Fri, 23 Apr 2010 09:54:14 +0000 huggybear38 17793@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>these are for the sports person who watches on TV and gets upset and wants to throw a brick threw the TV screen they are made with a brick of foam and covered in their favorite team fabric.. I thought cute idea.. and could sell at a fea market or craft show.. they are asking $4.00 each..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1187#post-17729 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 09:02:16 +0000 huggybear38 17729@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just happened to run across this site and thought it was soooooo neat.. all of these are dolls... awesome.. check it out..<br /> <a href="http://lisalichtenfels.net/pages/gallery03.html" rel="nofollow">http://lisalichtenfels.net/pages/gallery03.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1188#post-17735 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 17:06:36 +0000 christinescottagegardenhome 17735@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw this somewhere on the web , can't remember where, But I had to try it. I love my new Fairy Door!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1189#post-17740 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 19:19:07 +0000 KudzuKween 17740@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>hi ya'll.....i thought i did a post on these! it's just metal bottle caps....i imagine you can use plastic soda ones,too. may be even better....lol...i painted them red, then used a black paint pen to make the face and back end, and a toothpick dipped in white paint for eyes. the black paint pen made making dots easier, or just use the end of a paint brush to make dots. tie a piece of fishing line and use silicone caulk to glue 2 together with fishing line sandwiched between. spray the lady bugs with a clear spray before gluing together.<br /> go make some!<br /> kudzu<br /> oh, i found this project on craftideas.info</p> <p><a href="http://www.craftideas.info/html/bottle_cap_lady_bug_b.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.craftideas.info/html/bottle_cap_lady_bug_b.html</a></p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1190#post-17744 Wed, 21 Apr 2010 20:54:12 +0000 KudzuKween 17744@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>finished this! they're yard sale items NOT vintage or antique...they actually had bar codes on them :D i used a nail and hammer to punch holes in the bottom, and fishing line and sinkers as crimp beads to string them. it sounds very sweet! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=224#post-2472 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 19:32:01 +0000 csudderth 2472@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This junking community is truly a bunch of unique creative individuals. I have all my metal junk stacked (I use that word very loosely) behind my shop and it had really become an eyesore and my husband was beginning (use that word loosely too!) to complain. I bought some shelving and decided to get myself and my junk organized. I sorted it out and put it all out under the tree. After I was done sorting I looked at all that junk and wondered what all of you would see when you looked at it. It's obvious from all the posts that people see different things when looking at the same piece of junk. Some of the ideas you come up with are amazingly creative. So I just wondered--What do you see? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1186#post-17717 Tue, 20 Apr 2010 19:38:24 +0000 KudzuKween 17717@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>a small watering can i'd already finished, but i've now added clear beads on wires as flowing water :D the bottle cap ladybugs are holding up very well, and that bowling ball/gazing ball is now a few years old.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1185#post-17687 Mon, 19 Apr 2010 20:03:25 +0000 robolady 17687@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Not sure what I'll do with them, but I love the graphics.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1183#post-17676 Mon, 19 Apr 2010 13:27:03 +0000 huggybear38 17676@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw this project on line and thought of you Lev. since I was going to try and get my lavander pillows to you for your shop last year.. you might want to try something like this.. and sell for a couple bucks.. would be neat to have in a big bowl in your shop and can you just imagine how it would smell so sweet.. </p> <p><a href="http://www.favecrafts.com/Bathroom/How-to-Make-Lavender-Sachets" rel="nofollow">http://www.favecrafts.com/Bathroom/How-to-Make-Lavender-Sachets</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=983#post-15326 Sun, 10 Jan 2010 07:45:23 +0000 Peg Graham 15326@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>got a glass bowl at the thrift store...tea cup from a friend...turned them into a fishbowl with vintage feel. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=367#post-4921 Fri, 01 May 2009 18:01:30 +0000 gigi 4921@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>a sweet lady gave me alot of perennials from one of her many flower beds. some have been in her yard for over 40 years and come from many sources. (her children when they were growing up, relatives who've passed on and friends/family who know her passion and indulge it)</p> <p>she has such a variety and can tell you just about anything you need or want to know about not only flowers but so, so many other subjects. she was a well of knowledge. she had a relaxed and comfortableness about her....you know immediately you are not a stranger she just doesn't know your name yet!!</p> <p>i learned so much this day....about giving, receiving, memories, passions, laughing, smiling, being comfortable in my skin. the gift of flowers now seems to be the least she did for me this afternoon! she showed me the power of a flower....its endurance and how memories are made-kept. </p> <p>i cannot look at a flower the same way or from now on at the ones she gave me without thinking a moment of her!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1174#post-17549 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 09:43:40 +0000 huggybear38 17549@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Not sure where I heard about this catalog but I sent for it and it is really neat.. too expensive for my budget.. but the quotations in the book are so cool and I would think you could make your own with just painting them or writing them on word, or what ever.. sayings like "Don't let the dogs out. no matter what they tell you.." or "Won't you come into my garden? I would like my roses to see you." Or "Grow old along with me, the best is yet to be"<br /> This catalog is for the plastic letters etc.. and you can order them but they are a little pricey.. you can go and order the catalog on <a href="http://www.wallwords.com" rel="nofollow">www.wallwords.com</a> and they will mail it to you.. pretty neat.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1181#post-17595 Fri, 16 Apr 2010 09:41:58 +0000 junxtaposition 17595@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i have added a facebook page for business.....fan me please.</p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/juNxtaposition/112259862137140?ref=ts" rel="nofollow">http://www.facebook.com/pages/juNxtaposition/112259862137140?ref=ts</a></p> <p>anyone else looking for fans?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=868#post-13838 Tue, 10 Nov 2009 14:04:02 +0000 moderator 13838@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>You can't have a flea market magazine without a flea market guide listing the best antique shows and fleas in the country! The Flea Market Style team has chosen their favorite events to highlight in the magazine, now it is your chance to let us know yours. We'd like to stick to fleas and shows that offer at least 50 vendors. Let us know the flea or show's name, city and state (or province, if in Canada), and why you love to shop it. Also, we would appreciate its website address or phone number - if you have one on hand - so we can check it out for consideration.<br /> Come on over to the Flea market Style Blog to enter your favorite flea<br /> <a href="http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/2009/11/flea-market-round-up.html" rel="nofollow">http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/2009/11/flea-market-round-up.html</a></p> <p>Thanks for your help on this!<br /> Ki </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1177#post-17561 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 17:22:15 +0000 jillruth 17561@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have this ring on a quart jar. Any idea what it was for? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1165#post-17473 Thu, 08 Apr 2010 17:33:36 +0000 gigi 17473@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>remove old dried up masking tape remnants off windows in an exterior door??</p> <p>you can tell the tape was removed way after the fact of painting the door. the gooey-gluey mess left has since baked on in the sun....add rain, snow, hail, sleet, wind....and we've got a hard ugly mess....HELP ME!!! :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1178#post-17567 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 21:06:09 +0000 KudzuKween 17567@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i dug out some goodies and meant to make bird feeders. but i couldn't make the holes in the bottoms so the feed could come out. i wanted to use a punch can opener..church key type....but i couldn't find it, and the stores had none!<br /> so...does anyone know how i can punch out some nice neat holes? just large enough for bird seed to come out...<br /> thank you!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1175#post-17551 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 11:40:21 +0000 Lorene 17551@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I love going to tag sales and striking up conversations w/ the seller. Last year I went to one and the girl had some incredible stuff. I could tell she was a fellow junker and had the same tastes that I do. Whenever she invited me in her house I could have kissed her. OMG. Two tiers of shelves w/ locker baskets, large chippy letters, architectural elements, large mirrors. Her house was a junkers paradise! Straight out of a mag!</p> <p>Have you ever been so nosey to get into a house? If so, what excuse did you give? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1180#post-17592 Fri, 16 Apr 2010 09:28:49 +0000 Barb CountryLane 17592@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was looking at their website, there is one this weekend, then there is an extravaganza listed in May. I've never been there - it's a 3 hour drive for us, wonder if we should go this weekend, or wait till next month for the extravaganza? The weather report looks like it will be in the 50's there tomorrow, windy, but sunny. </p> <p>Is anyone familar with the show? Is the monthly show worth a 3 hour drive, or just the extravaganzas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1172#post-17541 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 13:54:50 +0000 JOY 17541@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I live in northern NH and would like to find some people that loves junk like I do and maybe some one to trade stuff with. Also to find places to get stuff. I get most of mine free (side of the road or at the transfer station). </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1176#post-17555 Wed, 14 Apr 2010 12:26:24 +0000 gigi 17555@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i'm fortunate to have a home but not one with a porch or roof over the deck.<br /> my question is this: do you think a few coats of poly either sprayed or brushed on a wooden chair turned planter (very, very old) and an old wooden toolbox with a great patina lock and wheels on the bottom (turned on its side with plants atop it) is enough protection against the elements?<br /> they're sitting on my front stoop where no roof can protect at all!????<br /> should i have glued the toolbox completely shut to prevent water from leaking in? please don't suggest taking it inside...i've waited about 25+ yrs to finally showcase this chair...been afraid to mess it up and now have finally gotten the guts to get it down from the rafters and use it!! ;} the toolbox was an auction plus, came along with my item bidded on....so not too much to lose there. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1166#post-17492 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 08:30:56 +0000 KudzuKween 17492@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just finished these...finally! I had to glue a button to the bottoms to keep them steady.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=330#post-4369 Thu, 09 Apr 2009 18:23:54 +0000 junxtaposition 4369@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i want to go back to a post from someone else..where everyone posted their ebay + trash money makers, but she also asked :</p> <p>what has been your best/quickest/easiest/simplest...etc. craft that you have made-sold that you still cannot believe people have bought for the prices they did-do.</p> <p>how about this one?? quick CRAFT ideas??? anyone? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1171#post-17534 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 09:27:57 +0000 robolady 17534@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Cammie took the tour and posted pictures on her blog. It's absolutely beautiful, Ki out did herself.</p> <p><a href="http://daffadowndillys.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://daffadowndillys.blogspot.com/</a></p> <p>Margo </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1170#post-17533 Tue, 13 Apr 2010 05:45:38 +0000 KudzuKween 17533@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>3 graduated clay pots, and a 4th embossed one on top. painted with acrylic paints then sprayed with clear, and a $2.50 solar light stake from the dollar store. i'm making another to look like the Biloxi light house,too :D</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1168#post-17501 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 18:47:50 +0000 KudzuKween 17501@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I quickly turned this into a hanging planter for my deck....I scoured it and bent the cup part up, and used a nail to make 3 holes in the bottom for drainage.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1161#post-17435 Tue, 06 Apr 2010 18:34:43 +0000 copperhead 17435@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>GGGGRRRRRRR I am so NOT a happy junker... We just got issued a garbage can. It is big enough for a homeless person to live in. We can't have anything setting out side of it. That garbage can has a upc code on it so they know what all goes in my garbage can - if someone hauls it off they can bring it back. Ha who cares - they all look alike. Next they will be weighing it to make sure you don't go over the limit... GGGGGGRRRRRRR It is getting a lot tougher to go junking these days. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1159#post-17426 Tue, 06 Apr 2010 13:54:50 +0000 Marge 17426@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A friend just emailed me and said Ki was on one of the Twin Cities TV station's morning shows today. Dang, missed that one. Wish I would have known about it. I will see if I can find something on the station's web site and post a link -- if there is one! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1167#post-17493 Fri, 09 Apr 2010 09:21:48 +0000 Howiezgal 17493@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am making some bird feeders that have wire wrapped around a glass jar and would love to use some old barb wire that a friend gave me. When I start to bend the wire tends to break.<br /> Any ideas on how to make the wire less brittle - it is very rusty (I am using safety precautions &#38; equipment). </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1163#post-17469 Thu, 08 Apr 2010 11:12:36 +0000 mcnaughton 17469@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>When freshening up a wooden piece, do you use spray paint or do you brush the paint on? If you brush, what type of paint do you use? Favorite primers, anyone? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1162#post-17442 Tue, 06 Apr 2010 19:09:15 +0000 Leveta 17442@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Get your new DIY mag. It's got some really cute and neat things in this issue... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1116#post-17029 Sat, 13 Mar 2010 19:21:46 +0000 chiccottagejunk 17029@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Can any of you gals relate to this statement? For me, going into a thrift store or flea market, etc. is almost like a high one might get from drinking or doing drugs. I can actually calm my nerves just walking through a store/sale/etc. and touching junk and I don't even have spend any money. Of course, that's another side to my addiction too. I have wasted way too much money buying junk that I cannot resist. Again, I'm serious. I haven't dipped into the family budget, but all the money I make from reimagining something and selling it on Ebay or in my booth - goes right back into buying more junk. My junk selling is supporting my junk buying. I guess, kinda like a junky might resort to prostitution to support her habbit.</p> <p>I had a meltdown at 2:00 am last night/this morning. My husband got up at 12:30 when he heard me in my craft room packing up my junk. He listened to me for a couple of hours actually pouring out my heart to him about my junk addiction. </p> <p>I have decided that I have to get rid of all of my junk that is just taking up space and causing me anxiety. I mean real anxiety. Junk has taken over my life and I cannot handle it anymore. Don't get me wrong; my house is clean and my junk is contained to two rooms in the basement and my 10x10 storage unit.</p> <p>I am a little (ok, I'm a lot) bit OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) and I have just gotten way too obsessed with junk. In January I forced myself to quit blogging and checking EVERYONE elses blogs for hours and hours a day. I got obsessed with blogs about junk too. I felt that someone out there must have the same mind that I do and had time to release their inner creativity in ways that I wish that I had time for. I guess I figured that I could live vicariously through them via their blogs.</p> <p>So, anyway, I am addicted and I have to stop cold turkey. I thank you gals for being there for me in many ways over the last year. I think I won't be online checking the Revolution very much. You know, kinda like you really can't go into bars for awhile if you are a recovering alcoholic. I'm sorry - I'll get off my soapbox now. I hope you all don't shun me, but I really had to get this off my chest.</p> <p>Thanks,<br /> Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1158#post-17408 Mon, 05 Apr 2010 10:26:41 +0000 copperhead 17408@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just have to share this one. It is a link to a site talking about old feed sacks - I really got a kick out of the label and the underwear one... I was looking up pillow case dresses for the GD's and ran across this site... You know how it goes..<br /> <a href="http://www.womenfolk.com/quilting_history/feedsacks.htm" rel="nofollow">http://www.womenfolk.com/quilting_history/feedsacks.htm</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1153#post-17381 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 07:42:22 +0000 Leveta 17381@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Happy Easter all my dear Junk friends...Have a most Blessed day... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1147#post-17336 Wed, 31 Mar 2010 19:59:38 +0000 kimmykat 17336@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It was a beautiful day here in Iowa. When I got home from work I decided to take the camera out and wander around my Dads &quot;junk&quot;--lots of iron and tractor parts. There have been some posts in blogland for alphabet junk--I think it would be fun for everyone to enjoy spring and take your camera out and find the letters in your &quot;junk&quot;. I managed to take over 100 pics tonight and it didn't seem like I was at it very long. We could come up with our very own Junk Revolution alphabet! I'll start us off with a &quot;K&quot; for kimmykats!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1157#post-17407 Mon, 05 Apr 2010 09:52:46 +0000 robolady 17407@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just got back from the big shows in Round Top Texas. I've been blogging about it for the past week. Today I tell my sad sad story of the ones that got away. </p> <p><a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/2010/04/round-top-story-ones-that-got-away.html" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/2010/04/round-top-story-ones-that-got-away.html</a></p> <p>Enjoy<br /> Margo </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1068#post-16337 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 11:12:04 +0000 Meadowview Farm 16337@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>February has a way of offering a bittersweet glimpse at life. It is this thankfully short month in the midst of winter - when daylight is not yet back, and cold hangs on. I find myself often feeling this tug at my heart of both sadness &#38; hope...relishing reflection, yet ready for action. Ready to see the first apple blossom in the orchard, ready to watch the animals at play in a warm pasture, ready to flea market and leave my coat &#38; mittens behind. So...to my Junk Revolution friends -- hang in there -- spring is coming!<br /> Kari</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1155#post-17385 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 13:41:34 +0000 huggybear38 17385@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>check out this mag. rack going on auction for $175.00 who said Magazine racks are out ..wow...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1150#post-17345 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 08:41:12 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 17345@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>WOULD LOVE TO HEAR EVERYONES ANSWER TO THIS IDEA...<br /> for me its because it pays my bills and buys my groceries!!! mainly....but then it lets me be creative, make things out of good old parts that were deserted...and explore so many design ideas and appeals to my interest in history.... like when i bought a screen yesterday that had a patch woven into it!!!doesnt that just define the depression era make do mentality? ....and then for fun i can go see everyuone elses projects..when im tired and on the couch......<br /> the junk i dont like is the piles that didnt work out and need to be gone.LIKE OUR FREE WINDOW PILE RIGHT NOW......but the basic idea i really like, it never bores me and it fits me like a glove....<br /> ANN<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a><br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1156#post-17404 Mon, 05 Apr 2010 08:16:39 +0000 jillruth 17404@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I follow along with Rachel on her weekly soldered pendant contest and wondered if any of you have been to her blog too. My daughter, brother, and myself have all won one. The contest is to submit a phrase or saying for the back of the pendant. She's been doing this well over a year and there is a winner once a week!</p> <p>You can find her blog here: <a href="http://twodogpond.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://twodogpond.blogspot.com/</a></p> <p>One of my favorite ones that I thought you all would really love is here:</p> <p><a href="http://picasaweb.google.com/TwoDogPond/0000ContestWinners#5346452478582968370" rel="nofollow">http://picasaweb.google.com/TwoDogPond/0000ContestWinners#5346452478582968370</a></p> <p>Of course you can order any of them or your own custom one at any time. I have three of her necklaces and I can vouch for the quality.<br /> If you go and play--tell her Jill sent you (makes me look good!) She lives about 50 miles from me but I found her through blogging! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1154#post-17383 Sun, 04 Apr 2010 08:33:22 +0000 robolady 17383@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This poem was written by the Husband of a fellow Junker, and she was kind enough to let me re-print it. What we do with Junk, God does with us.<br /> Finds us, Prizes us, Cleans us up, and Saves Us. .</p> <p>Curbside Archeology</p> <p>She prowls in duty in the night,<br /> In snow, or rain or when it's dry.<br /> And curbside trash if she can find,<br /> she wrestles from the garbage fly.<br /> Thus humbled to this curbside waste<br /> She grabs it, then departs in haste.</p> <p>One can the more, one bag the less<br /> Had half impaired hat shameless grace<br /> That searches deep within each sack<br /> The smell of refuse on her face.<br /> But odors can not drive her back<br /> Unless a skunk be in that place.</p> <p>And now my dear the night's no more<br /> Your fingernails are cracked and wore<br /> The smell of skunk is on our clothes<br /> But you found one legged pantie hose<br /> And even though your treasure's tore<br /> You've had success, now you want more.</p> <p>She searches darkness for the lost<br /> Redeeming from a certain fate<br /> That which was useless and cast off<br /> To revive its sorry state.<br /> Thus washed and cleansed at her own cost<br /> Saving before it is too late.</p> <p>As Jesus hearkens to the lost<br /> Redeeming us from certain fate<br /> when God to us seemed so far off<br /> Christ restored us to His Gates.<br /> Thus washed and cleansed at His own cost,<br /> saving before it was too late.</p> <p>Jerry Edwin Jeans </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1049#post-16133 Sat, 06 Feb 2010 18:00:38 +0000 lovetogarden46 16133@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here's what i've done with it so far. The 2 bottom things haven't been glued (yes they are crooked). Can't decide if it's what I want to do with it. What do you think? Would you just sit the blue vase part on the ground.<br /> It's going to be a bird bath/feeder.<br /> Also have a gazing ball I may put on the top. Please tell me what you think. Thanks.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1151#post-17351 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 10:08:23 +0000 huggybear38 17351@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>would anyone know anything about knitting machines??? I have the chance to buy an older singer knitting machine 360 and lots of things to go with it.. for a really good price.. I would love to own this but can't seem to find a manual for it.. this is the make and model Singer knitting machine Model 360K just need the instruction manual ...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1152#post-17360 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 11:16:41 +0000 cheryldh 17360@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am approaching the age of early retirement and would love some advice on how I can earn supplemental income by repurposing items. Could really use some advice on how to get started. I have collected items to design into other things, but don't know where to begin to try and sell them.<br /> Getting all dressed up, but no place to go is where I am at. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1149#post-17344 Thu, 01 Apr 2010 08:34:06 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 17344@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i heard this from a mom in the store and thought you all would get a kick out of it........her daughter bought one of our crusty paned windows for her 4 h collage project....it turned out great and she won the blue ribbon at the county fair...so off to the state fair....there she got second...because the MAN JUDGE, said she should have sanded it more...ha ha...<br /> i think its great that 4h is pushing the whole idea of recycling, reusing, creating..<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1099#post-16818 Fri, 05 Mar 2010 08:36:51 +0000 huggybear38 16818@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Was just wondering if any of you have received your jewelry blanks as yet.??? I am hoping I had all the addresses right... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1133#post-17211 Wed, 24 Mar 2010 20:09:30 +0000 khaynda 17211@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>what kind of paint would i use for keys to make jewerly? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1125#post-17139 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 15:34:58 +0000 SecondHandRosie 17139@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Bought a really raunchy baby bed (the baby wasn't raunchy, I don't guess, but the bed was! LOL) on a recent shopping haul. I used the headboard, which had a crude looking little bunny in the middle of it, painted the whole thing an off-white, printed off the words "Hoppy Easter" and placed eight little stuffed bunnies all around on the display. Put it in the booth yesterday and it really looks cute, even if I DO say so myself. That was ONE display from the bed.</p> <p>Took the springs, used clothes pins and pinned brightly colored letters to them saying, "Spring is in the Air". All around the words, I clothes pinned new pairs of gardening gloves, gardening trowels, flyswatters decorated with flowers on them, seed packets, etc. - all bought very inexpensively. That's the SECOND display piece from the bed.</p> <p>One side I took all the hardware off, wire brushed it to clean it and get the peeling paint off, hung it on a wall of my booth and used it to display spring colored placemats, tablecloths, etc. on it. That's the THIRD display. Plan on using the other side of the bed in the same way. That's the FOURTH display from that bed.</p> <p>Have the footboard left, will put it in the storage shed until I need it for something else.</p> <p>Pretty good investment for $3.00, wouldn't you say!? LOL</p> <p>Have any new bargains ya wanta brag about!? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1140#post-17302 Mon, 29 Mar 2010 08:46:23 +0000 jillruth 17302@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This huge wind chime was at an estate sale we went to on Fri. but they were taking bids and I couldn't go back on Sun. so I didn't bid on it. I took a picture to see if we could make it. My husband said the chime was an old oxygen tank. It was some odd piece of metal inside to chime. It really sounded nice. (I'm not a big wind chime fan)</p> <p>The birdbath is behind it, hard to tell from the picture.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1138#post-17276 Sat, 27 Mar 2010 22:51:47 +0000 junk_me75 17276@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey Ladies!! I was in HL over the last couple of days and they have some items 90% off!! I was so excited and had to look at the sign a couple of times to make sure i was seeing it right. My HL never has 90% off lol!! Some items were im guessing discontinued items. Other items did have a little something wrong with them like chips, missing a piece of whatever etc. But, nothing a little imagination can't take care of. :) Just thought i'd pass along my excitement. :)<br /> Hope everyone is doing well. . . Lisa </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1139#post-17295 Mon, 29 Mar 2010 04:04:43 +0000 courtenayhillger 17295@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does any one have a favorite shabby green paint color? I want it to be more the avacado or olive look and then I will use a dark stain over to age. Any tips or suggestions? I am re-doing a natural wood stained cabinet. Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=984#post-15358 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 07:26:14 +0000 junxtaposition 15358@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>hi..i am trying to get my show schedule together for 2010...looking for feedback...last year i discovered the country living fair...and had the realization that 1 'good' show is worth about 4 'so so' shows.........<br /> so...i am looking for the 'good' shows.<br /> i am in PA and am willing to travel a bit...(junk bonanza is too far...but this is the type of show i am looking for) any suggestions??? antique ? craft? junk? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1132#post-17194 Wed, 24 Mar 2010 09:10:13 +0000 rusticflea 17194@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have been looking for a vintage style bed for my full matress. It is going to go in our guest room. </p> <p>Now, I saw this on craigslist and the seller wanted $200, but I asked if she'd take $150 and she said yes. I haven't committed to anything yet...</p> <p>Any thoughts? Claudia</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1137#post-17260 Fri, 26 Mar 2010 21:04:02 +0000 SecondHandRosie 17260@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've had this little metal hand for years. Have always loved it but just never have hung it up or did anything with it so it &quot;resurfaced&quot; the other day. I added it, along with one of my flashcards and came up with this little display.</p> <p>Don't think that House Beautiful would include it in a photo spread! LOL</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1126#post-17140 Sat, 20 Mar 2010 15:37:03 +0000 SecondHandRosie 17140@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does no one want to buy them anymore!? I have about 3 or 4 in my booth. I've sold one in the last several months. Some of them are painted wood, white, off-white, etc. a couple are 50's looking retro.</p> <p>I was just wondering if people don't want to clutter up their living space with them anymore when they can just stack them on an end table, or something.??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1135#post-17225 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 10:28:41 +0000 huggybear38 17225@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am so sorry that I have been so far behind.. with being in hospital over the weekend getting a refill on my blood and being so wild at work.. I have just not been able to get the jewelery blanks to a couple of you folks.. I will I promise.. please forgive me.. but it has just been crazy here. Grandson's 17 Birthday party ( keep me in your prayers I will need it.. with a group of 17 year old boys.. at a Lazer Kraze event.. wow is me.. what was I thinking..LOL..Lev I will need a vacation after that.. sneak off to Lewisport and hide out in that motel near you..LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1136#post-17232 Thu, 25 Mar 2010 16:04:52 +0000 junxtaposition 17232@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>anyone know what you would call the screws or rivets that are on a belt that unsnap ? to let you change the belt buckle....and that said....anyone know where to purchase them? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1123#post-17095 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 17:23:45 +0000 kimmykat 17095@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Don't know how many of you are following along with this contest. I love the rusty bed frame made into a message center. Here is the link if you don't already know about it.<br /> <a href="http://www.soyouthinkyoucandecorate.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.soyouthinkyoucandecorate.blogspot.com</a><br /> There are some really neat photo ideas too! Hope you all enjoy! kim </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1124#post-17126 Fri, 19 Mar 2010 19:54:29 +0000 dianeinthevalley 17126@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My husband has a buisness trip to Orlando April 6 to the 10th. He has a sister in Orlando and a brother and his wife in Ocala. Does anyone know where there are some good places to go junking? We are flying down and getting a rental car, so while he is in class all day I can go SHOPPING! :) Diane </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1128#post-17173 Mon, 22 Mar 2010 09:20:39 +0000 Leveta 17173@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'd like to make my GD a cute pair of girlie shoes and want to glue seq. and things on them. What would be the best glue?? Something that will stay on good...She wanted a pair of Lelli Kelly's and when I seen the price... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1131#post-17185 Tue, 23 Mar 2010 10:21:36 +0000 SecondHandRosie 17185@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Not tryin' to be pushy (not me!) but wanted you guys to see my photos. Quality isn't good but it'll give you an idea, I hope. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1127#post-17156 Sun, 21 Mar 2010 11:53:47 +0000 huggybear38 17156@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is posted on my auction right now going for $26.00 it is a six foot counter top and cabinets they are projet in progess just need to be painted and door put back on.. whatcha you all think would this be a good buy??</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=588#post-9296 Fri, 31 Jul 2009 09:20:58 +0000 redneckChic 9296@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Okay...this is what I have. Getting rid of it is not an option - getting it out of my living room is not an option. I HATE this chair...it drives me crazy (well, crazier...)...it was a gift and I can't re-gift, move it to an out of the way place (preferably the barn back behind the barn that's back behind the other barn). So...HELP! Any ideas as to how to make this look a little more appealing in an eclectic living room? It sits in the corner...one side of the corner is a painted wall (dark goldy/yellow) and the other side is a painted book-case (black). I was thinking about painting the middle sections and leaving the wood - then putting some big pillows in it so that one might see the pillows instead of the chair...</p> <p>any ideas? anyone want to come steal it out of my living room? i promise...i'll turn a blind eye...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1121#post-17087 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:36:36 +0000 huggybear38 17087@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was bidding on a bow and arrow set for my grandson, and forgot about it and I think I had bidded on about three items one was just a box of stuff.. so I bidded $2.00 and I lost the bow and arrow set cause I forgot about it.. but won the box of stuff. after I got it home.. there were these things you put on your wall to pull your drapes or curtains back, they look like long leaves.. pretty cool.. I will post all the stuff I got. nice haul for 2.00<br /> Lev.. there are three baby spoons in there if you think you can use for anything let me know I will just stick them in envelope and send them to you.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1122#post-17091 Tue, 16 Mar 2010 12:11:23 +0000 copperhead 17091@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I think I ruined it... I found a sewing table out of GW to clean up. One of those machine fits it nice. The table was gunky though so I used Dawn Degreaser... The finish came right off.... I should have read the label... Looks terrible just on the inside table top part where the machine goes - just that one side... The whole thing is just particle board with veneer over it. DH says it looks like oil came up through there somehow. Very blotchy now. Will glue for decoupage hold on if it is oil leaching? Will the table close up right if I decoupage the inside? By now there is Dawn Degreaser leaching as well... What kind of glue would work? I'm thinking maybe I would just want to do the inside where you sew and leave the outside natural - That outside part cleaned up nice. The table has nice strong legs - solid table. I guess it would be a decoupage surprise inside the table. I think I don't want to paint it. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1120#post-17071 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 08:46:23 +0000 awnl 17071@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi<br /> I'm looking for a tuturial for making a bathroom light from an ulgy gold light.. You've seen them at garage sales. I plan on making a wood base ,and some how attach them to the board,once I've dismantled the light.I'd appreciate any help.<br /> Thanks a bunch<br /> Patti </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=37#post-263 Sun, 11 Jan 2009 19:57:17 +0000 greenoak 263@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>every year we try and find a bunch of neat cheap chairs...the best are ones that had cane....when the cane is gone that makes a great hole in the seat and it works perfect for a cool porch planter....<br /> im looking forward to reading more garden ideas. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1111#post-16980 Thu, 11 Mar 2010 10:03:49 +0000 huggybear38 16980@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I tried to post the web site.. but I think you will have to do it yoursefe <a href="http://www.lowescreativeideasmagazine.com" rel="nofollow">www.lowescreativeideasmagazine.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1114#post-17016 Sat, 13 Mar 2010 05:35:30 +0000 copperhead 17016@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The modern patterns just aren't graduated like the old ones so don't fit as well. I've been buying vintage patterns of late. GW Outlet sometimes gets them in - I got 60 (and some other swell stuff) weighed up to about $6. My daughter loves the vintage little girls dresses - she took all the girl patterns to make for her girls. </p> <p>For myself, I bought 3 VERY cool apron patterns in there. I wish with all my heart I could put a picture of those on here - the old over the shoulders kind - I wish I had or could find the old style fabrics to make some out of... Anybody else into aprons? Anybody else into vintage patterns? </p> <p>I also got just pattern envelopes with nothing in them... I think I'm going to decorate my next sewing room a bit with those. If you glue them to a table top then varnish will it wear ok??? I have a couple really ugly sewing tables to do up... How about a wall picture or a lamp shade? The paper on some of the envelopes is pretty brittle. Will it make it? What kind of projects work well with brittle paper? </p> <p>I wonder what would happen if I used some old pattern pieces for wall paper - would that be pretty hard to do??? What glue? Ha HA - might be a better use for the stupid NEW pattern pieces we paid a bunch of money for and don't fit real people... just don't know if I want to look at THOSE again... I imagine hubby will pitch a fit unless I do it first and just show him the results. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1119#post-17063 Mon, 15 Mar 2010 00:01:34 +0000 KudzuKween 17063@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>here are some covered or decorated plastic skinny headbands, and some all fabric sewn headbands I made using tutorials and patterns free on other blogs and sites. Much fun, very easy, very useful!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1115#post-17025 Sat, 13 Mar 2010 18:08:05 +0000 chiccottagejunk 17025@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey Midge, check your general email box at Refunction Junction would you please. I've got some junk for you if you'd like!</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1113#post-16994 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 09:11:16 +0000 jillruth 16994@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Check out this chandelier made from paperclips! Be sure to check out the other versions too.<br /> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26957806" rel="nofollow">http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=26957806</a></p> <p>AND: EVEN BETTER! you can buy a tutorial to make your own for only $6.50 here!<br /> <a href="http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39403927" rel="nofollow">http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=39403927</a></p> <p>I'm not sure I have a place for one, but I'm thinking! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1112#post-16992 Fri, 12 Mar 2010 08:06:52 +0000 drakekelbel 16992@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi, I'm in desperate need to clear out a storage unit. (I can't afford to keep paying rent and need to sell the items in it) There's a hodge podge of windows, shutters, metal sign letters (about 8-12 inches tall), spindles, tin tile, etc. I'm not really sure if there are any junkers out there that would be interested in what I've got. I've tried the craigslist route, but there are too many scammers on there these days. I need to get rid of this stuff fairly quickly. Thanks! Kelly </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1107#post-16911 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 10:15:31 +0000 huggybear38 16911@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Not sure if any of you live near Laura,ohio but there is an auction there that I want to try to get to.. because I love to sew and they have all kinds of sewing machines and I also love to crochet.. I can knit some.. but they are having all kinds of knitting machines there too.. plus much more.. Let me see if this web site will work for you all Just for anyones information I have nothing to gain from posting this information other than to let anyone know who lives close enough to go to the auction , they may check it out.. I think it is an awesome auction.. and tons of things to be auctioned off.<br /> <a href="http://www.auctionzip.com/Listings/802643.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.auctionzip.com/Listings/802643.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1109#post-16922 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 16:14:14 +0000 mcnaughton 16922@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am SO excited. My small town is having its first curbside giveaway. On a designated day, folks are encouraged to put usable, unwanted items at the curb for anyone else to take and reuse. It is held 2 days before trash pick-up so you don't have to lug things back into the house if you have to resort to trashing it. This is being sponsored by an organization emphasizing sustainability. I probably won't be able to sleep the night before and am already wondering what my best collecting strategy would be. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1108#post-16913 Tue, 09 Mar 2010 11:16:03 +0000 huggybear38 16913@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey guys, I want to paint a hutch sorta a white color or cream color as we are getting ready to paint all our kitchen cabinets white or cream color.. and was wondering what kind of paint I should use and etc.. I know my son is in construction and does a lot of rehabs.. but since you guys do this all the time.. was wondering if you have found the best way to do these.. I also saw on tv the other night where they painted the cabinets a sorta light mochca color (tan) and then used a glaze which I thought looked kind of neat.. but would like to do mine in a white..and use blues as my accent colors.. and with doing that.. what color would you paint the walls.. maybe a dark blue.. or light blue and use dark blue as accent colors.. like the white and blue plates.. I love blue and white for a kitchen and I want to also do my bedroom in blues.. lol but different color and it is upstairs way away from kitchen.. so whatcha you all think.. no pic at this time but will take pic as we progress.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=426#post-5772 Wed, 27 May 2009 11:07:03 +0000 momlvcntrt 5772@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>just thought all of you with redneck children would love this.<br /> my 18yr old came walking up the our path ot of the woods and said mom look what i found. i hate when things start like that. it was a goose egg. the mother abandoned it. so we watched it hatch and now i am taking care of a goose call 'lucy'. as you know everything must have a name. a monthe ago he came home with a chicken now known as 'eleanor'.<br /> my 17 yr old wanted a car but not one for the road he wanted one just to run through the woods even though we have a 4-wheeler thats not fun enough. he had 200.00 saved so he bought a 81 vw rabbit better known as 'the shaggon wagon' like i said everything must have a name </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=892#post-14120 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 15:47:18 +0000 chiccottagejunk 14120@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Finally getting around to one of my free summer windows ... can I get y'alls opinion on what to do with my Joy? All have a wooden &quot;J&quot; painted gold (still tricked out with a 50 cent tag from garage sale) and a &quot;Y&quot; made from a vintage wooden folding ruler. I'll add large eye-hooks to the top along with wire or chain for hanging.</p> <p>Pic one - the &quot;O&quot; is a silver-plated tray<br /> Pic two - the &quot;O&quot; is a wreath that of course I'd dress up a bit<br /> Pic three - the &quot;O&quot; is the silver-plated tray with a mossy wreath on the tray</p> <p>Dilemmas - which &quot;O&quot; do you prefer or do you have any other suggestions and should the &quot;J&quot; be painted perhaps red?</p> <p>Any other suggestions would be greatly appreciated. </p> <p>I'm cramming for a craft show next Saturday and for my new booth at the craft mall.</p> <p>THANKS in advance for your help.</p> <p>Sue</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1102#post-16845 Sat, 06 Mar 2010 16:57:09 +0000 KudzuKween 16845@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i found tutorials all around the net for a capelet; and a tutorial at 30 days of handmade for the cap. very cute! and i finished a pair of leg warmers from the beige sweater and made a dance skirt for my great niece from a pink turtleneck.i've also gathered up some sites for refashioning your clothes into something new. check out on my blog</p> <p>kudzu</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=624#post-9981 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 12:08:23 +0000 Meadowview Farm 9981@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So, I was out hunting for vintage finds on Sunday...and there was a stack of magazines for sale --- for $1.00, couldn't resist. And, I found my new bestest magazine....kind of a combination of Home Companion and Country Home. </p> <p>It is, drum roll.... "Romantic Homes" magazine. </p> <p>It is a monthly publication for $26.95 a year or $39.95 for two years. Now, don't let the name fool you as I did -- it is actually very inspirational and not fluffy, lacey, and rosey foo foo. I picked up the 2/08, 1/09 and 7/09 issues and have really enjoyed the articles and photos. Great writers and photographers. </p> <p>And, add to that an editor who can really write -- Jacqueline M. deMontravel's opening comments are pure enjoyment -- makes me feel smart!! The last issue's editorial comment page was entitled "Chirpy Girl" about the economy --- this is great writing in just three paragraphs....I would buy the magazine just for her words.</p> <p>Honest - I mean it....I am sending in my two year subscription with great hopes that it will be around that long and longer! </p> <p>New fan (and not on their payroll)!<br /> Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1103#post-16863 Sun, 07 Mar 2010 08:15:42 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 16863@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.regretsy.com" rel="nofollow">www.regretsy.com</a> i hope my etsy stuff never ends up on here!!!!<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.gypsymarket.etsy.com" rel="nofollow">www.gypsymarket.etsy.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1101#post-16844 Sat, 06 Mar 2010 16:40:57 +0000 dianeinthevalley 16844@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So I'm looking thru all the blogs and wondering<br /> JUST WHERE DO YOU PEOPLE GET THE SKILLS TO DO WHAT YOU DO!!!<br /> When you make a bench from a headboard do you<br /> a. just screw the boards together<br /> b. use L brackets<br /> c. or call Norm<br /> How much woodworking skill does it really take to make a greenhouse from windows and make it look good!? (I'm pretty sure it's more than I have) :(<br /> And exactly how much rust is ok?<br /> What kind of tools do you have? Diane </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=740#post-12193 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 08:51:11 +0000 thehillbillies 12193@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I got this light fixture at the auction I worked Tuesday night for $2.00 with other fixtures...</p> <p>Here are a couple ways to work it. I like the short one for a centerpiece (would paint it of course)... but really like the tall ones for nice big candles sitting in a corner. </p> <p>I feel the pole is too bland and needs something, but I don't think the berry garland is it... </p> <p>Sorry the pix are bad, used my phone camera instead of my nice one (it was out of batteries!)</p> <p>Any imput would be great! Thanks ladies!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1090#post-16650 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 05:09:46 +0000 huggybear38 16650@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was able to win the bid on all these jewelry blanks and thought I would send some to my junker friends and my daughter to make some neat things with..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1105#post-16886 Mon, 08 Mar 2010 11:55:27 +0000 JunkLover 16886@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here is my latest Mosiac Project... I posted some instructions on my blog it you are interested in trying your hand at one. </p> <p><a href="http://treasuresrenewed.blogspot.com/2010/03/mosaic-jewelry-box.html" rel="nofollow">http://treasuresrenewed.blogspot.com/2010/03/mosaic-jewelry-box.html</a></p> <p>I would love to see your latest mosiac project...</p> <p>Keep On Junking<br /> Nora</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1104#post-16870 Sun, 07 Mar 2010 10:55:48 +0000 courtenayhillger 16870@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have already made a hanging lamp using a old roof top turbine and it turned out great! I would now like to make a shade for a table lamp as well. Any tricks or suggestions? And I would also like to paint it and distress it. My original vision was to do a deep brown base coat and then a barn red over that. i want the red paint to look chipped off and the brown to be showing underneath. Or I thought maybe just paint it the deep red and put a coat of dark brown glaze over that. What do you guys think? Any suggestions??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1056#post-16191 Tue, 09 Feb 2010 09:09:51 +0000 lovecrafting 16191@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Great magazine! I am so excited to get them into my booth and watch them fly out the door! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1100#post-16840 Sat, 06 Mar 2010 07:52:02 +0000 Lynn 16840@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have several pieces of natural color wicker furniture and am wanting to paint it white. On smaller pieces that were already white, I have just spray painted but have never painted pieces from one color to another.</p> <p>What would you suggest I use...spray paint or brush. Which would be easier and faster for those of you that have done this before.</p> <p>Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1061#post-16271 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 17:44:07 +0000 copperhead 16271@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just spent my life savings... I bought 15 old Singer 404 sewing machines. (for those who are visual- you can google Singer 404) I am hoping to put together 8 or 9 good sewing machines suitable for a beginner. My sister wants one for parts - good thing - it's all it is good for. I am hoping I can rig up a class room in MY garage and do some lessons. You will note - I have my own garage... At least I have claimed one. That ugly little cottage has two - one attached to the back of the house through a disgusting breezeway and another one hubby claimed - he likes it better than the house... I am afraid I have garage envy... Anyway there will be a few dead bodies (sewing machine bodies that is). SSSOOO here we go - what can you do with a dead sewing machine??? These don't have quite the history that other one did... well maybe.... they did come out of a school... There sure is a lot of gum... In my deal, I got 6 hefty tables. I plan to give one to DD and put together 4 for my class room. AH one left! I want it in MY sewing room. These are cool. Very sturdy. Blond Formica one drawer. OH HUM - yawn - ok the cool part. They have a top that folds over it and if you open it out it makes a 3' X 3' table! Put two together and you would have a ton of cutting space. The blond part kind of gags me but I'm thinking paint. I wonder what is under that Formica veneer??? Can you glue stuff to Formica? If nothing else I can leave the top blond and paint the legs purple or something. I think the legs are oak under that blond stuff. I think you could drive a truck over those tables... LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=906#post-14350 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 16:01:16 +0000 lovetogarden46 14350@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What would you do with this? I don't want it as a porch light but can't come up with anything to do with it. I know you folks here will have wonderful ideas. Neighbor brought it over and thought our creative minds (yeah right) could come up with something. I need help!!Thanks.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1098#post-16800 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 16:41:34 +0000 Leveta 16800@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>How would you go about cutting something like this apart without it coming apart?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=213#post-2268 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:39:36 +0000 lovecrafting 2268@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just made this plant stand (the paint is still wet) but I'm not sure if I want to add some chandelier crystals or not. The gold trim near the top has the perfect places to hang them. What do you think?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1095#post-16740 Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:26:32 +0000 huggybear38 16740@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>check out this wedding dress made from recycled paper.. it was in a show..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1097#post-16773 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 18:33:55 +0000 mcnaughton 16773@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My husband and I were lucky to spend 5 days in NYC. Passing all the good curb finds was painful. But I did think of my fellow T2T friends. Here's some this-n-that: </p> <p>I saw hard sided train cases at a flea market for $30. I can get them for $3 and wanted to fill a van and take them there to sell 'em.</p> <p>They were selling "Flea Market Style" at one of the Barnes and Noble stores in Manhattan.</p> <p>At the American Folk Art Museum I saw some projects that would be easy to do. One artist covered a zippered pouch and a journal with computer keys. There was no space between the keys. Another person used a piece of old spiraled telephone cord as a watch band. With the different colors available, I'm sure there could be a lot of variation with bracelets, etc.</p> <p>I also saw necklaces made of open zippers. There was some jewelry hardware attached to each open end. That hardware had short chains and clasps for keeping the necklace on. Then there was a large pendant attached to the closed end of the zipper. It was kind of cool and, again, could be altered a number of ways.</p> <p>So that's my city report. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1096#post-16769 Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:22:13 +0000 copperhead 16769@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was trying to figure out how to make a nice flower for GD Gracie to wear in her hair.... I thought about the burned flowers. Then I had to clean out my car... It was full of empty water bottles... And a couple clear salad containers. My job had me on the road last week... I thought about shrink art and burned flowers... I wondered if the water bottle shrinks too. Maybe make flowers some how... So I cut a flower out of the bottom of one of the bottles and put it in a cup of boiling water - didn't want to stink up the place with the oven... HHHMMMM nice curl. Then I thought why waste the top. So I cut it from one end to the other in 1/4 inch strips - still on the neck. Then I dropped it in the water. Nice. Then I did another bottle. I cut the thing in half and cut strips down to the bottom - tossed it in the mug and watched it shrivel and curl... WOW this could be addictive... Now to figure out how to make it pretty. It doesn't photograph - it's clear. DH is sssssooooooo not going to understand this one...I wonder what happens is you take a knife and cut a bunch of narrow slits between the top and the bottom... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1094#post-16692 Sat, 27 Feb 2010 17:14:39 +0000 Leveta 16692@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Where is everyone??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=456#post-6189 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 14:50:15 +0000 LuAnn 6189@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Was inspired recently to put together some garden art. I plan on giving all way except for one of each that I'll put in my own garden. The anglefood cake pan on a stick will be used as a bird bath this year but may be changed to a planter next year to hold hanging flowers. The other is the vase (also on a stick) with the paper weight. JH came up with the idea of using the paper weight while we were scouring a flea market for tea pots and such to glue on top. The possibilites are endless-use your imagination. I can't take credit for these as I was inspired by items I saw at a May Fair and a &quot;French Flea Market&quot;.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1092#post-16676 Sat, 27 Feb 2010 06:09:54 +0000 copperhead 16676@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>DING!!! DING!!! DING!!!<br /> I am ringing my pewter candle stick bell to get your attention.<br /> (My camera is awol... but I know how to email pictures thanks to DD.) I have served up some tea in my pewter pitcher and mugs. This is an imaginary tea party so it is non toxic as well. Besides I hubby won't let me use them for real. I have a fine lace table cloth on the table. I invited a few friends. You of course and my coffee pot heads are here with me. I hate drinking tea alone. I have some peanut butter pie already to go with what ever you bring.<br /> Here is the recipe:<br /> Bob Evans Peanut Butter Pie<br /> 1 5 oz. pkg. Jell−O Instant Vanilla Pudding<br /> 2 cups cold skim milk (you could use any milk you like)<br /> 1/2 cup whipping cream, whipped<br /> 1−1/4 cup creamy peanut butter<br /> 1 prebaked pie shell of your choice (use a ready made, refrigerated<br /> crust, or you can bake your own), lightly browned<br /> 1 − 8 Ounce container of Cool Whip (or store brand equivalent)<br /> Garnish: chocolate syrup &#38; crushed peanuts<br /> Whisk together pudding mix and cold milk in bowl until creamy. Add 1/2 cup whipped whipping cream, peanut butter. Whisk until completely blended. Pour into baked pie shell, cover with generous layer of Cool Whip whipped topping. Put in freezer for 1 hour until set. Remove from freezer, drizzle with your favorite chocolate syrup &#38; crushed peanuts. Cover, chill 2 hours, serve.<br /> I save that recipe for special occasions.<br /> I have on a nice peach formal... I save it for very special occasions like tea with my grand daughters and my mother. I'm also wearing some slippers... This is imaginary remember???<br /> MMMMM gotta go, I've been spotted in the formal... ;oD TTYL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1032#post-15985 Sat, 30 Jan 2010 20:51:06 +0000 christinescottagegardenhome 15985@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just stopped by your blog and saw your brooches made from burning fabric. What a great idea and they turn out sooooo pretty. I have to try that! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=858#post-13699 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 14:55:30 +0000 LuAnn 13699@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I needed something to &quot;jazz&quot; up my house plants. So as they say &quot;the light bulb went on&quot;. I could make a &quot;mini&quot; version of the &quot;vase on a stick&quot;. I had alot of glass salt/pepper shakers around and thought I could use these as &quot;shakers on a stick&quot; to add to my plants. These are quick and easy. Almost any topper can be used. I even put a painted shaker to add as a topper. Anything goes!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1091#post-16663 Fri, 26 Feb 2010 12:38:56 +0000 kimmykat 16663@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know many of you carry your camera's with you as you travel through flea markets, shops..... Do you ask permission to take pictures? Do you sneak them :)?? I just started blogging and so forget to take my camera with me and usually have to go back out and get it. During my travels this last month I did ask --most shop owners were glad to have me mention them on here or the blog. I can say that at my craft show a woman walked up and took pictures of my stuff...I was busy so didn't see her doing it. I would have said something to her. Just wanted to know what you all do! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=503#post-7284 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 08:11:43 +0000 Ki 7284@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We've been talking about it on the Junk Revolution Community message boards since the beginning of the year...the misery of living without our favorite magazines. Cheer up! Matthew Mead and I are creating and producing a new magazine. Click on BLOG in the left sidebar to learn more! I am so excited!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1089#post-16642 Thu, 25 Feb 2010 20:43:28 +0000 copperhead 16642@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>OK - I'm stuck. I have a bunch of old dead coffee pots I want to turn upside down to use for heads maybe as in scarecrows or some kind of garden thingy. I have a big platter to glue on top for a hat (bird bath) Another gets a bowl to grow some flowers in. The one with the big lid might get to be a bird feeder, etc. What do I put under the the "heads" to keep them up off the ground? I sure don't want the cat to get the birds. I need some ideas... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1084#post-16574 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 10:25:28 +0000 JunkLover 16574@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found a great repurpose for thift store tins.... </p> <p><a href="http://treasuresrenewed.blogspot.com/2010/02/thrift-store-tins.html" rel="nofollow">http://treasuresrenewed.blogspot.com/2010/02/thrift-store-tins.html</a></p> <p>JunkLover </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1085#post-16582 Mon, 22 Feb 2010 17:46:45 +0000 Leveta 16582@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought a few things yesterday and one was the minnow bucket. I was thinking of a flower arangement in it with maybe old lures on it here and there. Anyone have suggestions on whatelse it could be... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1088#post-16609 Wed, 24 Feb 2010 05:48:54 +0000 huggybear38 16609@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Any folks who sew might like this web site..<br /> <a href="http://tawnykw.blogspot.com/2010/02/project-upcycle-day-17-heart-healthy.html" rel="nofollow">http://tawnykw.blogspot.com/2010/02/project-upcycle-day-17-heart-healthy.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1087#post-16606 Tue, 23 Feb 2010 22:16:03 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 16606@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>this is such a great thread....im studying it for my summer projects.... especially the bird feeders...<br /> we have such fun junky garden customers...they like old rickety chairs and any old funky cheap containers..and cool parts for their own projects....ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1072#post-16379 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 04:58:03 +0000 copperhead 16379@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok so here's what I'm thinking....</p> <p>The ground hog lied or died - it's still winter... Maybe it is just global warming. Maybe it is God laughing at the idea of global warming... Any way, we all need a diversion. Don't you just love a good tea party? So how about an imaginary tea party. Get out your best formal it it makes you feel like spring or feel younger... (you don't have to) And you can wear flip flops and shorts if it makes you feel like spring. I'm sure nobody will notice much... Well ok so the formal is dated - maybe you can refurbish it a bit. Tell/show us how you did it. Then there is the table. Tell/show us your table cloth/decor. How about the china... What did you use? You can set up a whole table or show your favorite dish. How about the goodies to eat. How did you serve them. What did you fix? Do we need to set a date &#38; time for our imaginary tea party? Then everybody enter stuff that day? How about Saturday, February 28 - all day good? I'll drop a new conversation that day... I sure hope I can figure out the pictures - if not I can try to describe. AND I sure hope I don't forget.... More dementia!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=575#post-8877 Sun, 26 Jul 2009 10:10:18 +0000 SecondHandRosie 8877@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was just reading through some posts and saw one made by BarncatJunker. I had never seen your name before and I LOVE it! To me it sounds so natural and so much fun and a good descriptive name of what I would love to have (if I had the acreage!). SecondHandRosie has nothing to do with my real name, just comes from the old song Secondhand Rose and that was waaay too classy and urbane for me! LOL</p> <p>What about you other junkers? Want to share with us the story of your name? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=954#post-14937 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 16:00:36 +0000 chiccottagejunk 14937@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Jan, are you lurking out there? I don't think I've seen you post in quite a while. Are you ok? Are you still out there?</p> <p>Just concerned....</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1077#post-16472 Thu, 18 Feb 2010 18:29:39 +0000 kimmykat 16472@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am under the Kentucky stars with you tonight! We just pulled into Paducah for the night! Had a great day of shopping in Chattanooga and Springfield TN. Look out KY for shopping in the morning...hubby says I will be on top of the car(or walking) I get anything else!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1080#post-16484 Fri, 19 Feb 2010 07:27:22 +0000 gigi 16484@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>was excited to go and take some things i've held onto for yrs. i sold some old rings i never wear and broken gold jewelry....nope, nothing in the millions dahhhrlings but enough to grab some lunch with my hubby when we left ;} lol</p> <p>found that the costume jewelry that my mom was wearing in my baby pictures is worth a pretty penny now it's about 50-55+ yrs old (not that i'd ever sell it!)</p> <p>an old watch would fetch upwards into 3-4+ thousand for a certain collector or $1500 to them, i passed on their offer! ;}</p> <p>old paper military money given to me by my step-dad and uncle is very rare and little in print today...hanging onto those with both hands! the value of them fluctuates and differs with denomination. we dated one at 1838, i believe! this is the individually hand-signed paper!!</p> <p>offered $2 for every old dime i had, nope-keeping those, too!</p> <p>offered husband about $125 for a silver piece he had found several yrs ago...no can do!</p> <p>old indian jewelry....while pretty and gorgeously made...would have brought about $1 each for bands only...kept those as well, will eventually sell on craigslist or ??</p> <p>an old switchblade made in toledo spain...little info found so gave me a website to look up foreign swords, etc. </p> <p>i'm so into all this information....that's mostly why i went to it, not to make a fat wad of cash for my pocket but to increase my knowledge. i'd suggest if they come to a town near you that you make the time to go and listen to what they have to say about your items. it was very interesting to say the least! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1083#post-16526 Sat, 20 Feb 2010 11:30:14 +0000 KudzuKween 16526@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i haven't tried it out on an old torn one yet, but i did practice on a machine made newer one ( buy those all the time at yard sales). i saw this on Design Sponge, there is a link to the creator of it on there with a tutorial. it says use paverpol...something i need to find! so i tried it with liquid starch and clear spray sealer, and use it to hold soaps.<br /> the next one will be with a very pretty aged one the mice ate a huge chunk out of, and i will patch it with an embroidered scarf the mice also ate up :D i think i have enough paper ephemera to also patch with, along with ribbons and pieces of silk flowers.<br /> here's mine with an old jar that i spray painted the lid to look rusty with red oxide primer, printed out a label and glued it on and i put bath salts i made and i made the loofah gardener's soap in the bowl :D i imagine these would sell nicely...</p> <p>have fun!<br /> kudzu</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1075#post-16409 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 16:32:11 +0000 daisytoad 16409@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am looking for a quirky 50's 60's or 70's sewing machine, and I need it fast...anyone have one they are willing to part with?</p> <p>any other color would be okay, although I don't think I've seen a different color .... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1042#post-16057 Wed, 03 Feb 2010 13:24:52 +0000 kimmykat 16057@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found this artist last night --amazing work and love how she uses junk in her artworks. <a href="http://lisakaus.com" rel="nofollow">http://lisakaus.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1081#post-16488 Fri, 19 Feb 2010 08:06:15 +0000 huggybear38 16488@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Went to great great neice's birthday party a couple of weeks ago and her cousin was carrying around a little tag blanket.. his mother said he loves it.. and asked if I could repair it, as he has just about worn it out.. so I looked at it and saw how it was made and said heck yea.. and I will make you a couple more to have on hand while you wash this one.. So.. off I went to the Hancocks Fabric store.. they always have great remments.. so I was looking for remment ribbons. Wow.. I found the MOther load.. 4 zip lock bags of tons of ribbon, cost on sale $.99 then they had spools on sale for 25 cents. and some I even got for 10 cents.. I wanted ribbon at least inch wide.. I got so many pretty colors and mixes.. so now I will use up left over Fleece pieces and make these little Tag Blankets for the babies.. my own family babies.. but also the ones at the Hospitals.. Yahooooooo </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1079#post-16482 Fri, 19 Feb 2010 06:15:03 +0000 huggybear38 16482@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>seeing if this will work</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1082#post-16511 Fri, 19 Feb 2010 17:59:23 +0000 Leveta 16511@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The crochet lace projest in FMS that makes the lace &#38; glass candleholder. Question, instead of double sided tape, could you use mod podge to hold the lace on?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1078#post-16481 Fri, 19 Feb 2010 05:33:40 +0000 huggybear38 16481@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>trying something new</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1076#post-16428 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 23:26:51 +0000 Prior 16428@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just thought I would post some ideas for old computer parts! I made a word wall in my classroom with an old time card holder, key board and keys... The kids can use these words instead of the overused words...think mini thesaurus. I also use the letters to make anything you would normally use scrabble pieces for. Not quite as cool, but I like them.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1048#post-16125 Sat, 06 Feb 2010 09:06:39 +0000 junxtaposition 16125@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>dont know where you all are, but....we are at 28" and it's still pouring !!!! we are under a state of emergency all over !!! i have to say..it IS beautiful !!! absolutely amazingly awesome !!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1066#post-16313 Sat, 13 Feb 2010 14:24:52 +0000 KudzuKween 16313@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>cut strips of newspaper about 1&quot; wide, i used the classified section. glue end to end to make as long as needed. i used small drops of school glue to hold my seeds as far apart as the planting directions say to space them, then i lay another strip of paper over that. when the glue/seeds dry, roll up and glue the free end down. wrap in recycled tissue, or use some old lace or ribbon or strip of fabric to tie together.<br /> more how to's and link to the idea i used on my blog.<br /> have fun!<br /> kudzu</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1045#post-16103 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 20:46:13 +0000 KudzuKween 16103@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I could've sworn I posted this last week. I liked the look of a lot of Anthropologie jewelry, and I was inspired by another blogger to make my own interpretations!<br /> Here's one...the friendship bracelet they have. I used a pearl Mardi Gras bead cut into about 8&quot; lengths for each bracelet. Tear a strip of fabric about 1/2&quot; wide or less, up to you!, fold it in half and knot it, before pulling tight glue the first bead inside the knot, then tighten it. Begin to braid. I made some tight, with the 2 fabric lengths going around each pearl, like Anthroplogie looks. The last one I braided loosely and you see more pearls. At the last pearl, add some glue and tie the 2 fabric lengths over it. Then make a small bow of what's left, and trim off. Or...make a nice knot at the end. I sewed on snaps for fastening. I thought it would be easier for my granddaughter, and besides I already had some :D You can see step by step photos on my blog, and here's the finished versions.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1073#post-16390 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 09:54:37 +0000 Leveta 16390@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Doesn't anyone know if Lowes or HD sells the tintable CB paint? I know they sell the black... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1060#post-16258 Thu, 11 Feb 2010 07:07:29 +0000 vintagefleurs 16258@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi - going right to the experts here :-)<br /> I recently scored 2 "French Country" end tables at SA -<br /> ripe for redoing. I've painted one of them off-white<br /> and planning on antiquing it, and the other one I'm thinking<br /> doing black (I think it will take less coats! LOL!) -<br /> The tops are not great so I'm thinking of decoupaging with<br /> either sheet music or pages from a French book. I've<br /> never done a table top before but it seems like it shouldn't<br /> be too hard. Any tips about what NOT to do, along with anything<br /> I should know before I start? Do I finish off with a few<br /> coats of poly??<br /> TIA -<br /> Wanda </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1074#post-16404 Tue, 16 Feb 2010 15:50:35 +0000 JunkLover 16404@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just came across this. If anyone is interested here is the site..</p> <p><a href="http://www.mycraftcorner.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.mycraftcorner.com/</a></p> <p>Good Luck....</p> <p>JunkLover </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1071#post-16370 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 20:16:17 +0000 huggybear38 16370@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It was August 1988 and it was 104 degrees outside and here is the most beautiful site I have laid my eyes on for a long time. has been a while since I have looked at these.. but with all the cold and snow... I just thought I would bring you all a beautiful summer pic.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1064#post-16306 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 18:56:16 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 16306@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i have a worker on light duty for a couple of weeks...what could she make with shutters or windows...? we have all kinds of brackets and hooks....she cant fancy paint..but shes real good withtools..... shes usually our main carrier....but wants to come back to work and not carry....soi have to come up with something that makes money ...<br /> i might send her over to the house to wash windows!!!! or someother dreaded job...<br /> shes such a buddy i need to come up with hours of work..<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1070#post-16368 Mon, 15 Feb 2010 13:37:03 +0000 lovecrafting 16368@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know you can make your own iron ons using transfer paper but the paper seems to be pretty expensive. Does anyone out there know of a way to make your own without having to go get the expensive paper? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=883#post-13999 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:31:39 +0000 drakekelbel 13999@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What are some ideas for decorating with sheets of music from a hymnal? Would you decoupage on something? Roll up and tie with ribbon? </p> <p>Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1065#post-16307 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 19:00:12 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 16307@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>my mall check was the worst ever....wow january is always bad but this is ridiculous....at least im not in new jersey!!!lol....<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=704#post-11646 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:16:12 +0000 huggybear38 11646@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>These little shoes I won on an auction.. they have the wooden mold that was use to mold the shoes and a glass box to keep them in..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1062#post-16285 Fri, 12 Feb 2010 09:27:58 +0000 JunkLover 16285@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Please help me out with my latest Etsy Treasury. You can view, click and comment at the link below....</p> <p><a href="http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=112660" rel="nofollow">http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=112660</a> </p> <p>Thanks so much.....</p> <p>JunkLover </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1058#post-16223 Wed, 10 Feb 2010 02:28:08 +0000 Blossom Lane 16223@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Our antique store had a meeting on Friday. We are going host a large antique show. Small snag: the show is one month away.</p> <p>First things first. This used to be an annual spring show. For some reason --in 2009-- the show LOCATION was moved and the SEASON for the show was changed from spring to FALL. The show was not well-attended. Our store did not host this show. A few of our vendors participated. These participants reported the disappointing outcome.</p> <p>I learned on Friday night that we HAVE managed to secure the original location. The reason we only have one month for preparation is because we are shooting for the show's ORIGINAL DATE...the third weekend in March. </p> <p>I have frequented many an antique show, but hearing the work that goes into one has me wondering if it is too late to make this a success.... </p> <p> Parking, using ROTC students to direct parking, food for vendors, food for public, janitorial payment, table rental, chair rental, booth pricing, booth placement, advertising, community sponsorship, sign creation, ad placement, flier placement, etc.... </p> <p>I felt like a doubting Thomas. Only three of our umpteen store consigners showed for the meeting. Not only will we have to work the show, but pay for our own booths as well. This may be standard practice. As I said, I am new to this.</p> <p>We were so successful at Christmas with our in-store Open House. I wondered to myself if we should --instead-- try a spring Open House. (We have expanded and have opened our basement and now have a waiting list for new consigners.) </p> <p>Am I wrong to doubt if we can inform the public, secure enough vendors at this late date, and pull off a successful show?</p> <p>Any veterans out there with experience and wisdom? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1053#post-16168 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 01:32:11 +0000 SecondHandRosie 16168@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Bought a lot of about sixty of them on e-bay the other day. They're all about the same size - about 2X3 inches. Some of them are pretty faded but a lot of them are still in good shape.</p> <p>Any ideas for what to do with them? TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1002#post-15601 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 20:21:15 +0000 The Farmers Wife 15601@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As I write this I am watching a new show on the History Channel called "American Pickers" about two guys from LeClaire, Iowa that go around and look at some great junk!!!!! I WOULD LOVE TO SEE THEM AT BONANZA!!!! Think I need to get in touch with them! Great Show!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1052#post-16167 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 01:30:35 +0000 SecondHandRosie 16167@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have probably 15-20 chiffon scarves (like the kind from the 50's) that I would like to do something with. At one time I had them knotted on a curtain rod and used them as a valance in my bathroom window.</p> <p>Anybody have some good ideas for something new to do with them&gt;</p> <p>I'm no seamtress, so please go easy on me! LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1051#post-16144 Sun, 07 Feb 2010 05:30:57 +0000 KudzuKween 16144@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found this tutorial at Design Sponge. My favorite pencils...the ones I don't let anyone else use(lol) seem to come from the lumber yards or the auto parts store, or some place like that. Cut a 1&quot; wide piece of scrap paper that's as long as your pencil abd glue it on. Then spray with clear...or in my case...nail polish. Very Cute!</p> <p>And I also made a desk set with dollar store address book,calender book,note pad, package of pencils...and a cocoa canister for the pencil cup. I used tissue paper I had from paper lanterns, some packing paper, black middy braid and tacky glue. The packing paper looks like leather.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1054#post-16175 Mon, 08 Feb 2010 12:37:24 +0000 huggybear38 16175@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here is the crochet Christmas tree that I told you guys about earlier, my friend just took a picture of it before she and her husband left for Florida.. said the top is not on straight.. but you at least can get the idea of how pretty it is and how much work she put into this.. Each branch of leaves are a seperate group.. and you put one on top of the other.. It is just beautiful in person</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1025#post-15903 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 02:14:38 +0000 Blossom Lane 15903@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have found a new area of interest. Needlepoint. I am framing pieces myself and love the beauty of floral work in particular. At auctions, I will buy a dilapidated chair for the needlepoint. I wonder how many of you junkers think of creative ways to reuse and display vintage needlepoint.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=949#post-14889 Thu, 24 Dec 2009 22:26:04 +0000 SecondHandRosie 14889@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Now that Christmas and all its hoopla will soon be over, what's next on everybody's agenda? Working on new ideas for home use, a booth, Valentine's Day, etc.?</p> <p>I have an old wooden headboard out in my carport that I'm gonna get my DH started on. He has promised me a mantel (of a sort) to use for display in one of my flea market booths. Think it will be neat to change out the display on it pretty often to go along with whatever's in the booth, the season, etc.</p> <p>I need to redo both booths and it's gonna take some time. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=682#post-11180 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 10:31:19 +0000 jillruth 11180@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found free bathroom ceramic tiles at a garage sale. I dyed them with Tim Holz's Ranger Alcohol Inks. This product is GREAT! You can dye non porous surfaces. You don't have a lot of control but I like the surprise of what happens and if you don't like it--the cleaner takes it right off and you try again. Another bonus is that a little goes a long way. They sell them individually or in groups of complimentary colors. I bought most of mine from ebay but they are available many places.<br /> Now I haven't actually done anything with them.....</p> <p>The ones that have some gold on them were embossed with a rubber stamp and embossing powder.</p> <p>Leveata, this should work on glass-you can just experiment.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1046#post-16109 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 23:49:10 +0000 robolady 16109@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was just reading a post about pricing our items, and it got me thinking about how we value what we do. Setting prices is one of the hardest things for me. For example, I sell my necklaces for $18-22, there is a lady in town that doesn't sell anything under $85 and she does great. I like to price my items for the "everyman" but sometimes I think I'm devaluing my time and creativity to have things priced so "reasonably".</p> <p>Any thoughts????? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1050#post-16136 Sat, 06 Feb 2010 18:13:19 +0000 lovetogarden46 16136@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've really been selling them 15 so far. So been busy making more! I really like the color of this one. Hope you like it. Thanks.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1047#post-16122 Fri, 05 Feb 2010 21:58:52 +0000 junxtaposition 16122@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.dailydanny.com/?p=2639" rel="nofollow">http://www.dailydanny.com/?p=2639</a></p> <p>thought this was cool....... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1044#post-16096 Thu, 04 Feb 2010 18:58:17 +0000 Leveta 16096@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Need a little input on flatware bracelets...Looking at the price on esty(hope that's right)I was planning on selling mine for 15.00. Taking in to concideration(sp) the area and all. DH thinks that may be to much. Of course he said about 3.00 and of course I gave him a WHAT look...What is you all's OP... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1030#post-15968 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:54:01 +0000 Leveta 15968@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I thought I had the post saved where you said how you did the resin. Do you pour the spoon bowl full the put your pretties in it or did you layer? </p> <p>Thanks... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1014#post-15725 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:46:37 +0000 huggybear38 15725@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know a lot of older kitchens do not have counters where you can put a trash containter under them.. so here is one I saw that I thought that someone could make easy enough.. Lev I think your hubby could make one of these and sell for a nice price.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1003#post-15603 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 20:40:50 +0000 chiccottagejunk 15603@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone used Stazon Ink pads? I just read about them and it sounds like its pretty cool. The ink is supposed to stay on any non-porous surface even after getting wet. Any tips or tricks if you've used them?</p> <p>Thanks,<br /> Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1036#post-16027 Mon, 01 Feb 2010 16:36:41 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 16027@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i cant get around this...so far..heres my delimma<br /> ..we have an etsy site with lots on it....my plan was to show the same items on a website....i bought the site for about 400$ , and registered a new name, about the same time we started our etsy. but NOW i see where their rules say you cant have your exact etsy stuff for sale on your website.....i sure didnt expect this....and i sure cant take different pictures of the same 100+ items, or alter the groupings that i have on my etsy.....<br /> do they enforce this rule? have i missed anything? can you see a work around.?<br /> kind of frustrating....but i sure dont want to get kicked off of etsy..... andi dont have anything else i wasnt to try on line...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.gypsymarket.etsy.com" rel="nofollow">www.gypsymarket.etsy.com</a><br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1034#post-15988 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 15:23:21 +0000 anitaskev 15988@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello to All,</p> <p>My name is Anita and I live in Massachusetts. So, this new "trend" of using old materials and renewing them is a hot topic. Well, You can call Me a "Hot Topic",(heeheehee), cause I've been at it for many years. I love this art form with an appriciation for the quality craftsmanship and materials. When I see todays contempory styles, I see blocks, circles and very uncomfortable looking chairs, but thats just Me.<br /> So, You can imagine how My heart lept when I found Margos website. Hey, I'll do a curb site stop any time, thank you very much....lol.<br /> I hope noone is offended by my sense of humor, gotts have one these days.<br /> I'm a collector from many years gone by. My loves are antique jewlery and textiles, reading and gardening and using the new Dremil I got for X-Mas.<br /> I hope to be able to call each and every one "freind" soon because i have found a place with kindered spirits and hope You think the same of Me soon.</p> <p>Anita Thomas<br /> <a href="mailto:anitaskev@aol.com">anitaskev@aol.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1035#post-16001 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 20:24:46 +0000 Junkyjen 16001@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have been busy getting ready for Valentine's Day. I hunt year round for bargains to put in my baskets. I buy a lot of things after Christmas, such as ribbon. I found some great feather roses at Dollar Tree and put them in recycled vases. Sorry I don't have a pic, but they look real! We do not have a flower shop here, so I do pretty good for a small town. Most of my baskets are geared toward children. I deliver to the local school. I have been lurking and enjoying everyone's posts. I will take a pic of my shop when I get finished setting up!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=786#post-12836 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 22:53:40 +0000 KudzuKween 12836@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>has anyone made these? they're new to me, but awesome ! I made 4 already using a glue gun instead of needle and thread, and plans for more tomorrow. Use to embellish a headband,lapel,purse,shoes.......all kinds of things.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=960#post-15023 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 09:25:46 +0000 The Farmers Wife 15023@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Maybe the saddest part of putting away all the Christmas stuff is getting inspired for NEXT YEAR! This happens to me every year. I always find myself thinking "I need to make some of these next year" or "I need a tree in this room or that room." and on and on...</p> <p>Anyway, as I was putting stuff away and rearranging, I got out some of the clearance candles I bought at Bath and Body. I was about to toss the lids (I know - not very green), and started to think about what I could do with them. They are flat silver lids on the 'Slatkin Candles' that are sold at Bath and Body. I was thinking that a snowflake cut out of felt placed right over the Slatkin logo would be cute - a great, super easy, super inexpensive ornament! Also, I have some of the flat lids from the double wick candles from Yankee. They are not as shiny and have a beaded trim around the edge. You could go a little more blingy on these since the silver is more dull. Maybe a snowflake diecut covered in glitter on these.</p> <p>Just some thoughts...guess I better start crafting for NEXT year! ;)<br /> JillRuth - let me know about your ornament-a-month -- is that what it is??? I am totally interested!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=637#post-10259 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 14:23:49 +0000 christinescottagegardenhome 10259@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I wonder if anyone out there has this problem. I hate throwing things away. Things like the broken clock or games that are missing pieces. I always think, " I could make something out of that", but I never do. Things like scrapbook paper pieces, left over fabric from projects, cardboard, jars, burned out light bulbs, shoe boxes, etc. I never want to get rid of things. I save all these little pieces of fabric thinking I can use them on a card or on another project. I'm sure I could use them, but I never do. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1033#post-15987 Sun, 31 Jan 2010 09:02:45 +0000 huggybear38 15987@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Sorry Gang, I have not been adding much to the site.. but we have been busy at the house..finally got my new Side by Side , but it has an ice maker and water despenser so My son has to hook up the copper pipe for that.. and this one is much bigger than my old one which by the way I have had since 1987 and it is sorta a cream color duh.. top freezer , so we had to tear out cabinets over top of the old one and need now to get some new one.,. we had a upright freezer next to the old one that we are going to get rid of too. so I need to hunt for a nice tall cabinet to fill in that spot.. then we are going to paint all cabinets white and all my kitchen acces. are black.. like the stove, side by side and the dishwasher.. which will mean new curtains too.. LOL I am so looking forward to getting this up and running hopefully today.. Son has been doing a side job all weekend and hopes to be able to finsh or work today.. But the reason I menationed all this is cause I missed the burning of the flowers deal.. please post again or tell me where to check this out.. Thanks..Huggy </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1018#post-15828 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:05:09 +0000 huggybear38 15828@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I thought you guys would get a kick out of seeing this old TV that was on my on line auction.. it went for $161.00</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1029#post-15942 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 08:04:40 +0000 huggybear38 15942@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here are a couple of cross stitch sampler that went on my auction for a nice penny;'<br /> one is this :Description: Fantastic circa 1821 Cross Stitch Sampler , upon hand woven linen, with Ivory, Green, and Gold Flosses, the piece, crafted by one Frances Smith and dated 1821, features the partial alphabet to the top, wonderful deer, trees, flowers throughout a lovely band detail and features the text &quot;Next to God Dear Parents I Address, Myself to You in Humble Thankfulness, For All the Care and Charge Upon Me Bestowed, The Means of Learning Unto Me Allowed, Go On I Pray and Let Me Still Pursue Those Golden Arts the Vulgar Never Knew.<br /> Condition: Very Good for age, is protected behind glass. Has some staining in spots.<br /> Size: Measures overall, 17 1/2 by 15 1/2 inches, framed in plain walnut, the viewable portion of the piece measures 15 3/4 by 14 inches.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1031#post-15969 Fri, 29 Jan 2010 15:58:53 +0000 huggybear38 15969@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Speaking of needlepoint and such.. I have this piece of rug stuff that you rug hook to. I have been playing around with it for several months.. I usually do it when I am not feeling well and can lay down on the bed and do this.. here is what I have been doing.. I take all my scraps of Fleece fabric and use my rotary cutter and cut strips so wide and so long and use them as I would yarn in hooking a rug.. You see I saw this wild rug at Lowes it was rows of bright different colors like yellow, green , orange, pink, blue, purple, so I just have been working it out to see how it will do.. I think it would make a really neat rug.. maybe some day I will try a pattern like some kind of animal print.. Zabra comes to mine.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1028#post-15921 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 11:04:44 +0000 The Farmers Wife 15921@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hubby and I are working on our taxes. I got everything figured up from 2009 and instantly felt defeated. THEN, I had to show him all the math.... :( You can probably guess his reaction!</p> <p>I know that I had really bad luck with the sales at my home because Mother Nature was not on my side FOR ANY OF THEM. I felt as though I did fairly well at Bonanza for being a first timer, but after adding it all up for the year...well, I guess that I am just hoping that 2010 is better!</p> <p>What are all of you thinking???? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1026#post-15916 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 09:32:24 +0000 kimmykat 15916@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.thethriftshopper.com/index.htm." rel="nofollow">http://www.thethriftshopper.com/index.htm.</a> I ran across this site didn't know if all of you knew about it. kim </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1027#post-15918 Thu, 28 Jan 2010 10:07:30 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 15918@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i just got back from vacation and then a buying trip to chicago to the big wholesale gift show..... i saw junk everywhere....and bought a big line in chicago of very fun trashy jewelry and signs called trash talk , her booth was decorated with aluminum foil, old tires and bottle caps and pink with little cloth balls.... pictures on my shop talk blog.... <a href="http://www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com</a> lots of very fancy booths were decked out in recycled or just plain cool old junk....like peacockpark..her work room is in where women create....see here <a href="http://www.peacockparkdesign.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.peacockparkdesign.blogspot.com</a> shes a total junker!!! and comes to our store sometimes...</p> <p>also got to see arkansas and enjoyed that a lot..<br /> ..wow we went from key west to bald knob ark and then chicago and i can say lots of places look like a depression out there...tons of closed businesses and derelect buildings and for sale signs everywhere...<br /> its good to be back<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1021#post-15866 Wed, 27 Jan 2010 06:03:02 +0000 gigi 15866@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>saw this advertisement this morn on an off channel.<br /> the "YUDU" is a portable screenprinter capable of transferring onto fabric, plastic, paper, etc. or so they claim.</p> <p>i don't know what you all think about this if you see it but i'm very skeptical because i used to help screen print when young and it is NOT that easy or cheap or portably neat as they portray!!!</p> <p>they make it seem as if you can whip up designs, print them and change them out quickly...there's so much more to it than that....the screens aren't cheap and hardly reuseable (or for long) the sheets that you cut out the designs on aren't cheap either or easy to manuever...i worked with a very knowledgeable sign artist and it would take him awhile to perfect the design before printing it and its not a one step process, each color is a process-step all on its own.</p> <p>i'm all for products that ease tasks...but i think this one is deceiving! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1019#post-15830 Mon, 25 Jan 2010 15:33:35 +0000 Leveta 15830@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>JD made these frames this past week. The Cedar he cut last spring and here's where it ended up. This is his first one ever. He needs to get a deeper router bit. The other is Yellow Poplar from an old 100 yr old house. It looks gold but it doesn't have anything other then tonuge oil and clear sealer...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1020#post-15858 Tue, 26 Jan 2010 21:21:37 +0000 kimmykat 15858@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok here is what I came up with. Please pardon the base--it's the only thing I could find on the sewing table to make the knife stand up. I used the rusty springs that hold the bedsprings together. Go at it ladies and see what you come up with!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1007#post-15671 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 09:07:48 +0000 huggybear38 15671@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>These are from the same auction these are a vintage wedding dress and the dress has stains under the arms.. but the bottom of dress like the skirt looks in good shape and could be used for something else.. the headpiece of the veil is what caught my eye.. also there are three bridesmaids dresses included.. that the fabric could be used for other items also .. as of now all going for $2.00 there also is a pink dress with white accents that could be used for something else but for some reason will not let me post that one.. I am thinking if I chose to make the vintage bed dolls I could use some of this fabric for the dresses let me know what you all think</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1011#post-15713 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 21:14:15 +0000 lovetogarden46 15713@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw this on another board and thought you folks here might be interested. We all seem to have so many cards laying around.<br /> <a href="http://christmasnotebook.com/2009/11/11/christmas-card-putz-houses/" rel="nofollow">http://christmasnotebook.com/2009/11/11/christmas-card-putz-houses/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1017#post-15787 Sun, 24 Jan 2010 08:12:00 +0000 piecesfromourpast 15787@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi, thanks for the comments about my RoloDEX dilema..Okay I am wondering if anyone has a fun way to sell their wares/art. I once had a shop and now a home full of stuff. I recently got let go from my 40 hour week job and find myself full of creativity...My husband wants the dinning room table back..(10' farm table) it is cluttered with projects...I sell on Etsy and ebay and craigslist but I need to hit a bigger shop population and sell wholesale....thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1013#post-15724 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 14:44:08 +0000 piecesfromourpast 15724@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey there! Tis is my first day on this new great site.... I picked up a ginormous vintage ROLODEX, I though I would reinvent it and now I am slumped....ANy ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=981#post-15302 Sat, 09 Jan 2010 10:56:42 +0000 copperhead 15302@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am taking a break from looking for two items in my junkie, messy basement... I went through EVERY single box, garbage bag, nook and cranny - no luck. HA! It has to be in my hubby's junk - located in the garage - absolutely no hope there... I am so ADD - usually I get distracted and never make it through cleaning and organizing - I tried getting help from a friend once and boy was that a joke. She couldn't understand why I didn't just haul in a dumpster. I digress, today, I got lucky and sort of straightened out SOME stuff. I even threw out some! Believe me it was dead - nothing that would bring a tear to my eyes. Junk doesn't exactly calm me down - I get pretty darned excited! I even get excited about the old junk around here I mean to do something with one of these days.... sort of like the big box of old coffee pots I want to use for scare crow heads one of these days... Yeah, it was like Christmas. Hey, I found some stuff I meant to give for this Christmas... LOL Unfortunately, I have never mastered STORING, ORGANIZING AND SORTING my junk... My kids &#38; grandkids are either going have a field day or haul in a dumpster when I die... I should leave little notes in it... LOL Maybe put little cool presents in the stuff... Nah they wouldn't know the difference... LOL Maybe when I die I need to include Junk Revolution in my will... anything the kids don't want could be fair game??? Oh dear I'm not that old and in reasonably good health... How morbid. We used to have a 50 X 100 ft pole barn back when we lived on the 5 acre utopia... We moved most of it in here... ARGH! Anyway, my question is: HOW DO YOU STORE, ORGANIZE, HIDE AND SORT JUNK??? Any helpful hints? Maybe this should be sort of like AA... Call a friend when it gets overwhelming? Hey it is always overwhelming to take care of junk - it's maybe why I'm here.... probably need therapy... Yikes, I'll probably end up like my Great Aunt Goldie... She just had little paths through her house. There was junk stacked every where else. Oh well, I have 30 more years to get like that I guess. I have projects to last at least 30 more years anyway... Never run out of things to do, eh? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1016#post-15748 Fri, 22 Jan 2010 12:25:05 +0000 huggybear38 15748@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This has sure been a long week... and Iam sure glad it is Friday.. weekend to rest and relax.. oops forgot have a preview of auction tomorrow but after that rest and relaxation..Sunday, will do laundry, and cleaning but Saturday I am going to relax....</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=839#post-13462 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 18:48:57 +0000 SecondHandRosie 13462@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Going to visit DSD and family in Spring, TX for Thanksgiving. Would also like to go through the Malakoff, Athens, Tyler area and hit some places. I know about Winnie and Tululah's. Where else do I not need to miss!? TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1009#post-15675 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 10:47:18 +0000 lovecrafting 15675@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Thanks to all of you for feeding my creativity I have now completed another birdhouse.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1012#post-15719 Thu, 21 Jan 2010 11:37:05 +0000 Leveta 15719@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>JD found one of those old drive-in movie speakers that you put on your window. Don't have a pic right now. Any ideals?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1008#post-15672 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 09:45:40 +0000 robolady 15672@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Retailers are starting to "get it". See this article from today's Minneapolis Newspaper.<br /> <a href="http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/homegarden/82070837.html?elr=KArks7PYDiaK7DUUULPQL7PQLanchO7DiUr" rel="nofollow">http://www.startribune.com/lifestyle/homegarden/82070837.html?elr=KArks7PYDiaK7DUUULPQL7PQLanchO7DiUr</a></p> <p>Way to go Ki, you show em girl. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=994#post-15472 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 07:22:38 +0000 Meadowview Farm 15472@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>One of my new &#38; exciting adventures in this new year will be to join the Writing Team for the "Old Times" Newspaper. This monthly newspaper provides a wonderful antique trip guide/map to locations in Minnesota and North-Western Wisconsin. I always have it in the car when I head out on my antique road trips -- it is my "must have" &#38; I would be lost without it.</p> <p>They will add a feature called "Showcase Your Shop" in 2010 -- that is where I come in. This feature will include an article &#38; pictures highlighting a particular antique shop/mall.</p> <p>So...what would you like to know about an antique shop you hadn't been to before? What questions do you always wish you had the answer to before you were to head out the door? Would "If your shop was a tree, what would it be?" be out of line??:0)</p> <p>Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!! Thanks in advance!</p> <p>Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1010#post-15702 Wed, 20 Jan 2010 17:47:22 +0000 junxtaposition 15702@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i am working on my booth set up for shows this year...and was wondering if anyone has pics of cool booths - set ups- displays that they have seen.<br /> as everything i sell is recycled...i try to use 'junk' items as displays.......... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=997#post-15514 Sat, 16 Jan 2010 18:40:10 +0000 SecondHandRosie 15514@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I don't have a photo handy right now, but here's my idea: let's each show a photo or describe something in our "collection" right now that we can't quite decide what to do with it.</p> <p>Everybody can check out each others' junk/precious belongings and maybe we can all brainstorm and help each other create some new things that we haven't thought about before.</p> <p>I think sometimes you need a new pair of eyes with which to see. What do you think?</p> <p>Somebody post a photo and we'll get started living vicariously! LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1006#post-15654 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:14:19 +0000 huggybear38 15654@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>two more pic of wedding dress</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1001#post-15600 Mon, 18 Jan 2010 20:03:21 +0000 JunkLover 15600@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Project I finished over the weekend. </p> <p>Junklover</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1005#post-15653 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 16:08:51 +0000 huggybear38 15653@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Once before I let a wedding dress get away from me.. it was a little more fancy than this one.. but I was wondering if you all think a person could take the beads and apliques off of this dress and use on other craft projects like angel ornies. etc.. and apliques on jackets etc.. whatcha you think.. here are some pics</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1004#post-15615 Tue, 19 Jan 2010 05:34:05 +0000 huggybear38 15615@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This afghan I made for my friends who moved to Calif and just could not take all their stuff.. most of their stuff is on auction.. this is one of the items I made this for her after she had .had brain surgery..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=1000#post-15564 Sun, 17 Jan 2010 15:01:20 +0000 Leveta 15564@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here are 2 coatracks that DH made...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=999#post-15537 Sun, 17 Jan 2010 06:21:15 +0000 kimmykat 15537@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We will be heading to Oronoco Gold Rush Days in August. Can anyone tell me about other local stores to visit while we are there? If anyone has ideas or places for lodging I would appreciate that too. We are planning on staying around that area for a week. My husband likes to fish so a cabin or something near water. Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=991#post-15438 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 19:41:48 +0000 lovecrafting 15438@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have built a nice 2 story birdhouse and want to use something besides wood (too bulky looking) for the roof. I have used metal roof flashing on a few already and have cut up a metal tray and used for another.I figured with all of your creative ideas maybe you can inspire me to come up with something unusual to use. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=996#post-15502 Sat, 16 Jan 2010 05:29:38 +0000 huggybear38 15502@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My friend has a farm here in Kentucky and she took some photos of her horses this past snow storm.. I think this is awesome and so says 'KENTUCKY'</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=988#post-15398 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 09:59:05 +0000 JunkLover 15398@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have a ton of junk jewelry. I need some ideas....</p> <p>Thanks</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=993#post-15469 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 02:30:40 +0000 mcnaughton 15469@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have you seen the commercially available charging stations? Essentially, there is a box with a hidden extension cord where you can plug chargers for your cell, phone, etc. The idea is to hide the tangling wires. There must be a T2T way to accomplish the same function. Any ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=987#post-15388 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 20:21:55 +0000 shirleycurrier 15388@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have been intrigued with the whole town yard sale events in Texas. I know that I read about either Georgetown or Fredericksburg having whole town yard sales in February, but haven't been able to get any information. Could someone help me, I would love to go this year. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=969#post-15083 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 18:54:48 +0000 Leveta 15083@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here a couple of different types of lamps DH is making for the shop. Gotta get some shade for em...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=995#post-15478 Fri, 15 Jan 2010 09:06:16 +0000 huggybear38 15478@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Lev I saw this humming bird feeder on QVC and was thinking why couldn't a person take a gourd and use pieces of dishes or flatsided marbles/gems and made some like this with a dried birdhouse gourd. I think it would be awesome.. I may have to try this..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=989#post-15416 Tue, 12 Jan 2010 14:33:17 +0000 huggybear38 15416@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My son was telling me something about an on line auction called <a href="http://www.fastauction.com" rel="nofollow">www.fastauction.com</a><br /> you might want to check it out.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=977#post-15211 Thu, 07 Jan 2010 09:46:08 +0000 huggybear38 15211@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>You know I love snow and all.. but I love Spring..and by my count it is only two to three months away.. time to start thinking about my garden and what all I am going to plant.. how I am going to do the garden..etc. also looking for junk items to make into something for my yard and garden.. love birdbaths, gazingballs, windchimes.. flower pots made out of different items.. I saw where lady made flower pots out of pices of pipe.. they were really cool looking and a couple of them mosiac them.. really cool looking.. real T2T ..I plan on lots of windchimes for my yard this year.. and a ton of bird houses.. and feeders.. we all love to watch the birds.. and my storage sheds that were once cargo units for airlines are still waiting for the finish touches on them.. I am hoping this year will be the year.. windows in them . flower boxes on them and maybe even a littel stone path up to them..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=986#post-15368 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:56:43 +0000 Leveta 15368@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm trying to find out how you cut a hole in a crock(or like) to make a light. But all I'm finding is how to drill holes. Has any of you done this?? Thanks... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=985#post-15365 Mon, 11 Jan 2010 11:00:50 +0000 thehillbillies 15365@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>HELP!!!</p> <p>I am in charge of setting up and organizing the Blue and Gold banquet for our Cub Scouts. It's the most important thing for Cub Scouts, and this year Boy/Cub Scouts are 100 years old. I need some ideas for table decorations and other decor to make this banquet special for all...</p> <p>Does anyone have any ideas? Of course, our budget is small and the repurpose/reuse need is high... I thought I'd call on my troops to help me!</p> <p>Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=976#post-15204 Thu, 07 Jan 2010 08:30:48 +0000 huggybear38 15204@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>my on line auction has a drawer of old post cards.. right now going for $20.00 what do you all think something like these would be worth..not sure how old..some I can see from pic look pretty old some look newer.. I was just wondering if you all think that $20.00 is a lot of money for post cards.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=980#post-15240 Thu, 07 Jan 2010 20:23:16 +0000 SecondHandRosie 15240@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have several sets of flash cards (not old ones, darn it!) that have sight words on them, etc. Words such as fly, jump, hop, paint, etc. all are cards containing verbs on them.</p> <p>Any ideas of something neat to do with them? The only one I had an idea for was to frame the little one that says "Wipe" and put it by the toilet tissue holder in the bathroom! LOL</p> <p>PLEASE - somebody come up with some good ideas and stop me! (I've been housebound in this cold too long! LOL) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=946#post-14817 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 09:45:22 +0000 robolady 14817@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was looking at the Flea Market Style blog and Ki posted a great project in her Christmas greeting. She said it was made by a lady in Minneapolis, not by her. It's a fun tree idea, hop over and take a look, you'll be impressed.</p> <p>She told me that the base is an old wheel, the branches are wire and the center stick is a spindle. Not shown is a wooden star on top.</p> <p><a href="http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/2009/12/we-wish-you-merry-christmas.html" rel="nofollow">http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/2009/12/we-wish-you-merry-christmas.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=769#post-12571 Sat, 26 Sep 2009 14:16:34 +0000 lovetogarden46 12571@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hope you like them. I've got a basement full, now have to sell some!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=982#post-15314 Sat, 09 Jan 2010 18:05:04 +0000 junxtaposition 15314@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>just for those who live where there is no snow, i have added some wonderful pics to my blog this week...<br /> me...not a fan, but this year it IS actually beautiful....and to make it pertinant to this forum..there are some pics of my 'junk' covered in snow.,.please check it out</p> <p><a href="http://www.juNxtaposition.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.juNxtaposition.blogspot.com</a></p> <p>here is a sample </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=978#post-15218 Thu, 07 Jan 2010 10:45:19 +0000 lovecrafting 15218@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am planning to etch an old window. Having trouble finding large stencils online. Hoping to find the eiffel tower in some detail. Does anyone know of a site where I can print large size stencils? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=718#post-11876 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 14:15:59 +0000 SecondHandRosie 11876@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have several signs that I've been accumulating lately with the idea of hanging them on the wall behind my sofa. This, so far, is my favorite! I've already told my DDIL that it is just a joke and that I DO want my grandkids over anytime they want to come! LOL</p> <p>Anybody have any photos of that kind of arrangement behind a sofa? I thought I had kept a magazine picture, but can't find it.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=961#post-15024 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 09:27:45 +0000 Meadowview Farm 15024@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The weather report &#38; roads in western Wisconsin/eastern Minnesota looked A-O.K. on Tuesday -- so off I went on a "Get Away". This is how I personally reboot, reimagine &#38; reinspire. I traveled to several multi-dealer antique malls and arrived home at 8:00 p.m. with a car full of finds. This Friday, Dave &#38; I will also "Get Away" to an Antique Show.</p> <p>How do you "Get Away"? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=708#post-11742 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 09:46:30 +0000 huggybear38 11742@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is on my on line auction and it is now going for $135.00 it is very large..In the frame it is 57 x 45 1/2 and has a gilded gesso frame.. you would have to have a really big room to put this in.. but it is just an awesome piece in person.. might even go with the Ringmaster's outfit and the dogs playing cards...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=380#post-5156 Thu, 07 May 2009 17:38:30 +0000 Ki 5156@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Check out my blog. (Click on BLOG in the left side bar.) You'll not want to miss this simple project.<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=974#post-15162 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 13:36:25 +0000 The Farmers Wife 15162@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am working on beautifying my blog and cannot find/figure out how to add the Junk Bonanza and Revolution buttons. I found a way to add one for Revolution, but I dont really think that it is the one I want! </p> <p>Anyone? Help?! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=975#post-15173 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 20:41:51 +0000 KudzuKween 15173@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I reached way back in my past and made some of these Valentine's. A little rusty I'm afraid, but feel free to copy them and tweek them up a bit! I made three of them so far.<br /> kudzu<br /> <a href="http://www.kudzukween.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.kudzukween.blogspot.com</a></p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=907#post-14356 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 20:50:54 +0000 thehillbillies 14356@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>O.k. Ladies- after organizing Thanksgiving for work, birthday party for 93 year old grandfather, shopping for 30 gifts for Christmas and the list goes on and on... I think I am finally almost organized for this!</p> <p>These are the ladies I have listed who are interested, let me know if I missed anyone!</p> <p>Diane Blake<br /> Cheryl Keyes<br /> Jill Ruskamp<br /> Laurie Owens<br /> LuAnn Summers<br /> Leveta Kirk<br /> Linda Hill<br /> Judy Plummer<br /> Lorene Darling<br /> Janelle Roberts<br /> Robelyn Dorman<br /> Connie Abraham<br /> Tina Salvage<br /> Heidi-momlcntrt (need your information!)<br /> Debra Packard</p> <p>I will be sending everyone a name and address of someone to send your ornament to. It's up to you what you would like to make your ornament out of, preferably things lying around the house, junk style.<br /> I can't make a deadline for you, but I think the sooner the better... and when you get your ornament, please post a pix if possible to share with everyone else!</p> <p>Any other questions, let me know...look for an e-mail from me on Monday or Tuesday. Thanks ladies! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=973#post-15157 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 11:02:04 +0000 huggybear38 15157@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>has anyone ever mosiac a guitar.... I have several older guitars that i bought off craigslist several years ago.. I bought 5 of them 3 are in good shape.. two are in poor shape as far as the finish on the wood.. so I have seen guitars that have been mosiac..and was wondering if anyone has ever tired it.. Lev you got me to thinking about this when you mentions. guitar picks..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=970#post-15098 Sat, 02 Jan 2010 11:44:10 +0000 lovetogarden46 15098@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I made this several yr. ago but just wanted to share it. I think I will leave it out and put red ornaments and bows for Valentine's day. Thanks for looking</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=971#post-15132 Sun, 03 Jan 2010 19:16:53 +0000 KudzuKween 15132@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I spotted this on someone's blog and HAD to make it right away. I already had everything I needed except modeling clay..and you do need that!<br /> link to the tutorial is on my blog<br /> my 6 year old grandson made the green and gold one on the right, so you can make one,too!<br /> kudzu</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=966#post-15065 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 19:41:16 +0000 gigi 15065@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://blog.craftzine.com/archive/2007/08/plastic_bag_crafts.html" rel="nofollow">http://blog.craftzine.com/archive/2007/08/plastic_bag_crafts.html</a></p> <p>ladies you gotta check these ideas out. i've seen a few, heard about a few but am still amazed at the final results, they never get old looking to me!</p> <p>i cannot crochet or knit but there are ways to fuse and make your own loom using cardboard if you wanna give it a try (and who doesn't have a bunch of plastic bags laying around waiting to be used!) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=965#post-15058 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 14:52:41 +0000 huggybear38 15058@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>HOPE EVERYONE HAS A HAPPY NEW YEAR AND GREAT JUNKIN IN THE UP COMING YEAR. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=963#post-15036 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 11:28:21 +0000 lovecrafting 15036@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have done a garland but am pretty much fresh out of ideas . HELP!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=968#post-15081 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 17:46:47 +0000 KudzuKween 15081@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I used a thrift store hymnal, shredded some pages, dipped in tea to age, and let dry. Cut out a cardboard circle as your wreath base, and spread some glue around, make sure you get the edges of the cardboard. Grab a handful of paper and press it down into glue. Keep adding glue and paper til it's as full as you wish. Then add ribbon or lace and trims.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=956#post-14960 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 11:23:57 +0000 huggybear38 14960@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Lev.. I have several stools that are made of oak and the staple gun that I have will not shoot the staples in far enough..My son said the oak is such hard wood that is why.. I was wondering if your husband would have something he could use to staple webbing onto these stools...I have some webbing and I have tried to use my staple gun but won't work.. if you think he could do it.. I will bring them down and maybe he could do the webbing and you could sell in your shop</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=967#post-15078 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 17:13:59 +0000 copperhead 15078@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I made a discovery this afternoon. A ribbon spool fits real nice inside a Mason jar ring! I had one kept spilling off the reel and I had a jar ring handy... Now for spools of thread and bobbins... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=962#post-15028 Wed, 30 Dec 2009 10:44:59 +0000 robolady 15028@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just got this email from FMS sales. In case you are still wanting to order quantities of 25 or more. LMK if you need the contact details.</p> <p>Good Afternoon-</p> <p>This is just a friendly reminder to submit your order for Flea Market Style Magazine if you haven’t already. The print order due date is approaching and I will need your orders no later than January 8, 2010. Thank you. </p> <p>Please let me know if you have any questions.</p> <p>Kellie L. Peterson<br /> Direct of Operations<br /> Matrix Direct Services, Inc. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=964#post-15054 Thu, 31 Dec 2009 05:43:05 +0000 huggybear38 15054@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well I am sure most of you are like me and you like to save money at the store.. well I have found a way to take all my coupons with me and not have to root thru a bunch of them to see if I have a coupon that I need.. 1st here is a web site you can check out.<br /> <a href="http://www.utahdealdiva.com/2009/09/my-coupon-binder.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.utahdealdiva.com/2009/09/my-coupon-binder.html</a><br /> second.. this is what I did.. I bought some of the plastic sheets that the kids use to put baseball cards in and then they put them in a binder.. I do the same only I put my coupons in the plastic sheets and I put them in a binder and I have it in order of what they are for.. like , veg.oil, flour, etc.. and I use dividers to make what section it is.. about once a week I will go thru and pull out any that may have expired.. When you go to the market and you get your cart.. place your binder in the childs seat and there you have them all at hand.. and you can check them very easily.. I can not take credit for this idea.. one of the girls at work told me about it.. Target has the baseball card plastic sheets.. You may want to try it..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=958#post-14989 Tue, 29 Dec 2009 14:39:11 +0000 lovetogarden46 14989@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone made their own stair treads? I'd love to take the carpet off my stairs it's sooo ugly and just use treads but would like ideas to make them. Thanks and Happy New Year. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=959#post-14993 Tue, 29 Dec 2009 17:35:36 +0000 Leveta 14993@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have been looking for the post where Margo made the scrabble orn. Seems like I never can find what i'm looking for. I bought a scrabble game for 1.50 yesterday. Now I need ideals... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=957#post-14987 Tue, 29 Dec 2009 12:06:38 +0000 huggybear38 14987@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here is a web site gives you some ideas for using items around your house..</p> <p><a href="http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/new-uses-for-old-things/favorite-new-uses-00000000019718/page31.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/new-uses-for-old-things/favorite-new-uses-00000000019718/page31.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=952#post-14919 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 09:04:16 +0000 Leveta 14919@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone heard of a spray that is made from silver nitrate(I think that's what it's called). It gives glass the look of mercury glass. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=953#post-14930 Sun, 27 Dec 2009 12:14:41 +0000 Leveta 14930@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Do you guys recommend a dremel for sanding and cleaning an old iron bed frame? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=955#post-14951 Mon, 28 Dec 2009 08:39:18 +0000 huggybear38 14951@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just wanted to let all of you know the wreaths made with mostly ornies... look awesome on the grave sites.. as the sun makes the brightly colored ornies look like they are lite up.. I was at the cemetery over the weekend and noticed that the one of the wreaths that I placed on grandson's grave was shining in the sun lite and it almost looked like it had lights on it.. also went to visit another grave site at another place and there was also one there and it also looked almost like it had lights on it from the sun shining on it.. the bight colors and the glass blubs just looked grand.. just wanted to pass that on to those who plan on making any of these for next year.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=951#post-14914 Sat, 26 Dec 2009 22:19:41 +0000 slicksister 14914@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is the first time I've posted on here but I've been a lurker for about 6 months. I love this site and feel like I already know many of you! Anyhoo...hubby and I would like to make some junky birdhouses. I've got a bunch of old license plates to use as roofs and old door knobs, and dresser pulls and keys and...and...and... you get he idea. Got any pictures I can show hubby for inspiration? If/when we make some I'll post for you all to see! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=945#post-14794 Sun, 20 Dec 2009 13:02:12 +0000 chiccottagejunk 14794@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know I'm a little early, but I wanted to wish all of my virtual friends a very Merry Christmas &#38; a Happy New Year too. Thank you, gals, for all of your ideas, inspiration, camaraderie, uplifting words and prayers. I couldn't imagine a year without all of you wonderful women and your very unique personalities and ideas.</p> <p>Thank-you so much and God Bless you during this CHRISTmas season. Peace on Earth Good Will toward men.</p> <p>And, lo, the angel of the Lord came upon them, and the glory of the Lord shone round about them: and they were sore afraid. </p> <p>And the angel said unto them,</p> <p>Fear not: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people. </p> <p>For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Saviour, which is Christ the Lord. </p> <p>And this shall be a sign unto you; Ye shall find the babe wrapped in swaddling clothes, lying in a manger.</p> <p>And suddenly there was with the angel a multitude of the heavenly host praising God, and saying,</p> <p>Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace, good will toward men.</p> <p>Luke 2:8-14<br /> Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=950#post-14895 Fri, 25 Dec 2009 07:11:56 +0000 gigi 14895@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>(thought just came to me...so, sorry no pictures)<br /> anyone having a new years eve/day bash or get together?<br /> was thinking the napkins would be adorable wrapped up with some old time pieces for the rings!<br /> could adhere them to old wristbands cut down to size<br /> glue them onto older/bigger buttons and ribbon,<br /> make an entire ring from pieces of the watch inners<br /> the possibilities are not only endless but quick/simple<br /> HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE.....SAFE TRAVELS!!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=943#post-14775 Sat, 19 Dec 2009 14:43:16 +0000 robolady 14775@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok this show is real fun to watch, and within the show, tabatha gives the salon's a small makeover. Last week's episode caught my eye, and I love the re-use within the salon decor.</p> <p>You can see the before/after pics here.<br /> My favorite is what they did with the colorful old windows as art, and how they used old doors in each station for the mirror. pictures 4 of 5 and f of 5 are my favs.</p> <p>LMK what you think.<br /> <a href="http://www.bravotv.com/tabathas-salon-takeover/photos/refuge-salon-before-and-after" rel="nofollow">http://www.bravotv.com/tabathas-salon-takeover/photos/refuge-salon-before-and-after</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=947#post-14826 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 08:17:22 +0000 huggybear38 14826@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>sorry pics would not come thru </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=942#post-14749 Fri, 18 Dec 2009 18:59:35 +0000 Leveta 14749@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know it msy be to early with x-mas not here yet. But thinking ahead to next yr. Has anyone seen those 4x4's that are painted white with eyes and mouths and socks on their heads for sockhats? Wondering how I can make them fit in for the fall. I thought about painting the 4x4 orange with a face but what to use for the top? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=948#post-14838 Tue, 22 Dec 2009 17:55:51 +0000 gigi 14838@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>does anyone know of a product that can be sprayed directly onto glass to make it more matte? (to cut out the glare)</p> <p>yrs ago grampa made my hubby/kids a homemade sequence game...he finished it off in a frame that held regular glass. recently we showed friends how to play and the lady had trouble seeing the cards under glass because of the glare. (we never really noticed up til then)</p> <p>wanting something to spritz the glass so as not to need to replace it just because gramp made it for us and want to preserve it as is. can't remove the glass to spray under, need something directly on top that won't glob, goo or be very messy. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=930#post-14592 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 12:45:14 +0000 KudzuKween 14592@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>all decked out for Christmas. used shredded tea stained hymnal pages to stuff into the glass baby bottle in it; a magnolia,poinsettia,glass clip on bird, and some other greenery and foof.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=570#post-8766 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 10:08:04 +0000 SecondHandRosie 8766@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Who posted the photo of the cute little crystal salt shakers with the Bible verse printed on it? They were used as Christmas tree ornaments, I think.</p> <p>TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=322#post-4198 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 06:42:20 +0000 whiteflower 4198@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am curious to know what the latest "hot" junking trend is in decorating? What do you look for when you are out at the flea markets? Also - what is the top selling items right now in your shop or booth? It is great that everyone here is spread out all over the USA. Every area has their own "junk" What is your "in" junk? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=777#post-12707 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 10:40:56 +0000 The Farmers Wife 12707@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does anyone have any thoughts/opinions about a good sewing machine to buy?</p> <p>I currently have a Singer that does not work the best. At school in my classroom we have Vikings and I do like them. </p> <p>I mostly sew for crafts -- handbags from vintage fabrics, quilt pillows, etc. I mend my husbands jeans, and sometimes make clothes for my niece. No MAJOR stuff - like quilting or embroidery, BUT I do like the option of decorative stitches.</p> <p>I have looked on ebay -- anyone ever buy a sewing machine on ebay? I am an ebay junkie and have always had really good luck with everything that I bought, but this would be a pretty big purchase...so it makes me a little nervous.</p> <p>ANY help would be appreciated! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=887#post-14079 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 08:20:56 +0000 moderator 14079@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We are really happy to see the community that is developing here on the Message board.<br /> The focus of this board is to talk about treasures, finds and what to do with them. However,<br /> over time a bond has developed between everyone, and we understand a need to share<br /> personal health issues and prayer concerns.</p> <p>I suggest a single thread for prayer and health concerns. As new concerns and issues develop they should be posted to this existing thread. Those interested can check the thread to find any updates as needed. I've seen this work on other message boards and it continues to build the bond of friendship, while limiting the thread to one contained area.</p> <p>Thank you for your cooperation.</p> <p>Moderator </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=919#post-14486 Sun, 06 Dec 2009 18:19:05 +0000 huggybear38 14486@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well I took my wide mouth madson jars and cleaned them and mixed up a cake and put cup in each jar and baked for 40 minutes.. suppose to be able to keep these cakes in jar for up to 6 months.. cause you seal them when you put the hot lids on the hot jars.. well gang I will let you know if they seal.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=936#post-14636 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 06:01:07 +0000 copperhead 14636@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A friend of mine gave me a bunch of orange and yellow chicken feed bags. They are the same size as a large dog food bag all made out of woven plastic. They have great graphics. I have thought of making tote bags. But I don't need another tote bag. </p> <p>I wonder if they could be cut in length wise strips folded with the edges to the center and then folded again. Maybe weave the strips on an old aluminum lawn chair if I find one. I would imagine old dog food bags would work as well. </p> <p>Any other ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=913#post-14441 Thu, 03 Dec 2009 18:22:36 +0000 Blossom Lane 14441@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Since we can't come to each other's homes, why not post &quot;Christmas Tree Creativity&quot; on here?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=902#post-14304 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:16:07 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 14304@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>what new things are you thinking about for your blog?<br /> new for me ..3rd column, weekly features...fail mizerablyat that...but i like the idea...,<br /> what about a blogroll? \<br /> what about a slide show?<br /> what about having something for sale on the sidebar?<br /> is facebook changing your blogging?<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=940#post-14680 Wed, 16 Dec 2009 08:19:07 +0000 huggybear38 14680@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>this lady made a Christmas tree out of chicken wire, white batting, white Xmas lights, Greens, and small twinkel color lites.. my grandson took pic of it and was suppost to send to my phone but he has not as yet.. so I drew a drawing of this tree. I will send pic later as you just have to see this tree it was sooooo neat.. my drawing does not do this tree right.. but kind of give you an idea on how it was made.. the snowballs were made with chicken wire and covered with white batting.. inside the snowballs are white twinkle lits.. inbetween the balls are greens..with small tiny color lites on them.. not sure if the greens are real or fake.. then a hat was added with the greens under the hat.. this tree was placed on a covered box and it stood about 5 to 6 feet tall... it was sooooo cute.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=933#post-14604 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 17:23:55 +0000 lovecrafting 14604@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Decided to take a break from the Christmas shopping and do a little fun junking at the local Thrift stores and discovered our local Salvation Army store had all Christmas items 1/2 off! I loaded up on goodies!!!! Will post pictures of my treasures later. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=939#post-14656 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 17:25:35 +0000 garzagirl 14656@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Any idea on what to do with the old square glass house light fixers? The flat looking ones. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=938#post-14649 Mon, 14 Dec 2009 11:10:01 +0000 KudzuKween 14649@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i posted this at decorating,too :D<br /> here is my versions...i especially love the paper doilies. i bought the small paper doilies at a yard sale. my sister gave me a whole box of coffee filters that had a bit of coffee spilled on them..lol!<br /> i also used cupcake paper liners, and bonbon papers, and hymnal pages. there are many ways listed on google on how to fold them into different shapes.</p> <p>oh, by the way, this morning i started using my paper punches, and they work really great for this; i tried this out on the coffee filters!<br /> see more at my blog<br /> kudzukween.blogspot.com</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=931#post-14593 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 12:47:42 +0000 KudzuKween 14593@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>glued on the sheet music, aged it with a glue/coffee mixture, added some birds and greenery and put it on a glass candle stand. wish i'd used different birds now....</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=916#post-14477 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 22:08:33 +0000 JunkLover 14477@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi all.... I have been following this site for quite a while now but this is my first time posting... </p> <p>I am considering opening an Etsy account but have read some negative articles regarding Etsy.... I don't have alot of items to list... less than 20.... I appreciate any input you may have...</p> <p>thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=934#post-14609 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 18:45:34 +0000 Leveta 14609@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well I'm sorry to say and a little embarrassed that I advertised Santa at the shop from 1-4. DH dressed up, and no one came. I had cookies and drinks. I think I will have the shop opened only for the fall. It seems to do better... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=911#post-14400 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 14:11:14 +0000 huggybear38 14400@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here is a pic of the little bags I get at the Dollar Tree 6 for a $1.00, one of my drivers said after I told him about them as I use them for Lavander sachets.. he went and bought some and uses them to put his spices in for his chile and then he can remove them before he serves his chile..like peppers, and anything that may be to hot to bite into..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=935#post-14622 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 10:26:25 +0000 huggybear38 14622@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I posted this earlier but just wanted to remind you all that sometimes when we see a good buy and we let it get away...we can be sorry.. I did just that.. the artwork I let get away from me for $135.00 went at the auction I went to on Saturday for $500.00 nice little profit.. it was the large piece of art work that had the two ladies in it.. if you check out my earlier post you will see the art work </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=932#post-14594 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 12:52:25 +0000 KudzuKween 14594@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>here we made a candy cane, and a reindeer. use tape to place the pieces on to spray or hand paint. for the candy cane, you simply need red paint, white paint, and glue. for the reindeer, mini pom poms for the nose and small wiggle eyes. even if you don't have an old puzzle, i found 500 piece puzzles at the dollar store. this will keep the kids busy when you babysit while their mama goes Christmas shopping!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=929#post-14586 Sat, 12 Dec 2009 07:18:05 +0000 gigi 14586@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>guess they've been around for years but lately been seeing alot about them in magazines and search sites.<br /> the idea is taking a mason or pickling jar, fill with items to the recipients likings of pens. pencils, stickers, jounal book, pretty paper, whatever and attach a list of questions to be answered either daily or print out or journal form.<br /> jazz up the outside and gift it. am helping the girls make one for my mom because there are questions even i don't know how she'd answer and i think the girls need to know more about her and how she came to be.<br /> come up with your own questions or google "journal jar questions" and many entries will pop up with ideas.</p> <p>heres 2 sites geared toward a particular age:</p> <p><a href="http://christmas.organizedhome.com/gifts-in-a-jar/adult-journal-jar" rel="nofollow">http://christmas.organizedhome.com/gifts-in-a-jar/adult-journal-jar</a><br /> <a href="http://christmas,organizedhome.com/gifts-in-a-jar/child-journal-jar" rel="nofollow">http://christmas,organizedhome.com/gifts-in-a-jar/child-journal-jar</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=923#post-14551 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 09:36:17 +0000 lovecrafting 14551@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have done the sheet music and book pages through the shredder thing. Wondering if anyone out there has any new ideas. I collect birds and want to put a bunch in my booth as well but would like some original ideas for the nests. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=928#post-14579 Fri, 11 Dec 2009 13:55:13 +0000 Frenchjunker 14579@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey Margo, your last post on your blog was tuesday, that's very unusual. I miss you back here in France! Give us a sign of life! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=922#post-14546 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 05:43:08 +0000 huggybear38 14546@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Today we are having our office party at work and I made a Banana Split Brownie Pizza for my item to take to the party.. it looks really good and fairly easy to make.. Also I made cakes in a jar to give to each of the girls .. it should be fun..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=925#post-14563 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 13:25:34 +0000 huggybear38 14563@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Lev I found spray snow at Big Lots.. $2.00 can </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=924#post-14555 Thu, 10 Dec 2009 10:45:55 +0000 The Farmers Wife 14555@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We have a white Christmas going on here - NOT the white junk kind, the real kind!! I am not sure how many inches but the drifts are 5-6 feet high!!</p> <p>Anyway, I am also looking for some ideas for some simple ornaments that we can make at my little gathering next Friday night - cocktails and ornamanet making...trying to think of a fun name for it: Beer and Baubles?? Cookies and Cocktails? Ornaments and Ornriness? I make it sound like we're bunch of drunks -- not really, just need some relaxation and girl talk!</p> <p>Also -- doing a giveaway on my blog -- check it out! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=915#post-14470 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 21:43:10 +0000 Callef 14470@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Forgive me for posting again on this - I added to the thread I started some time ago called &quot;Already dreaming of a White Christmas&quot; - now it's happening - I'm in my new space!! For some reason, only one picture appeared, so I'm going to try again. I've still got a lot of wonderful stuff to put in, but for now here's how it looks.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=920#post-14503 Mon, 07 Dec 2009 10:03:11 +0000 huggybear38 14503@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>for any of you who may be close to this shop..you may want to try and get there this Saturday or Sunday as they are having an auction and everything is going.. and from what I understand they are going pretty cheap..<br /> web site is<br /> <a href="http://www.sincityantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.sincityantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=910#post-14391 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 11:34:05 +0000 lovecrafting 14391@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My things are mostly upcycled junk kind of shabby chic. Most of the booths are using the name of their vendor (Annies attic-Jills corner etc) but I really don't want to use my name. Thinking maybe something like Serendipity? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=917#post-14478 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 23:17:13 +0000 KudzuKween 14478@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw these while looking for a snowman to make from recycled inner lids. I had to &quot;Cherry&quot; them up, and here's my versions! Easy..some old canning lids with inner lid and outer ring, nail or drill a hole to hang, old greeting cards, paint, trims.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=918#post-14479 Sat, 05 Dec 2009 23:24:59 +0000 KudzuKween 14479@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hoss bought his Christmas cards, 4x6 sized, so I dug out an old 4x6 frame I paid a nickel for, crackle painted it white, added touches of paint and glitter to the card and set it on a dollar store easel. Makes a great gift! The cards were only 10 or 12 for $1,too, and you can buy a 4x6 frame there for $1 if you don't have any in your stash.<br /> I used cheap white school glue as my crackle medium. I also used my blow dryer to speed up drying time...only took a few minutes to paint and dry!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=914#post-14448 Fri, 04 Dec 2009 05:50:20 +0000 huggybear38 14448@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was coming home for My daughters house last night, and went past one of the shops in Bellevue, Kentucky and they have this white Christmas tree.. hanging upside down in their window.. it looks so cool.. I will try to get a pic of it.. no ornies on it .. but white lights.. thought maybe you guys who have shops could do something like that... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=793#post-12907 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 20:28:39 +0000 Callef 12907@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi everybody! I've got my booth stocked with fall stuff right now, but I'm excited about Christmas. I'm going to do something different this year and do an all-white theme. Well, when I say ALL white, of course I mean mixing in glass, silver, maybe a little gold, and some greenery - you know what I'm talking about! I found some fabulous stuff at a church rummage sale today to add to what I've already got stashed. I'll try to post some pictures this weekend.</p> <p>A question - does anyone have a good technique for flocking artifical trees (small ones) with something permanent that won't flake off or turn yellow? I was wondering if there's something you can spray with to give it some texture, then simply spray paint white?? </p> <p>Carol in Tulsa </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=912#post-14425 Wed, 02 Dec 2009 13:51:25 +0000 huggybear38 14425@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I came across this site and has a site that shows you how to make a scarf with left over yarn, ribbon, string... it is pretty cool</p> <p><a href="http://www.favecrafts.com/Clothing/How-to-Make-a-Fiber-Scarf" rel="nofollow">http://www.favecrafts.com/Clothing/How-to-Make-a-Fiber-Scarf</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=901#post-14303 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 19:11:42 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 14303@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>what are you trying to learn? </p> <p>for me i want to learn how to work my FILES better....and improve my CAMERA SKILLS...we got me a better camera....i dont think i could learn photoshop....but i would love to...</p> <p>im working in collage and cant seem to get the GLUE ON THE GLASS to look right.... im doing mod podge....i just want to put paper on glass...or rather behind glass..... the stuff from my printer runs, im too messy....i just cant get it right... i think i should just use the old images and forget about the printer....</p> <p>ALSO WOULD LIKE TO PERK UP MY DISPLAY SKILLS...<br /> THERES ALWAYS ROOM FOR IMPROVEMENT!!!!<br /> ANN<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=904#post-14336 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 08:12:23 +0000 huggybear38 14336@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is the old pic of the two dress that were crocheted for my sister and me.. I am in the yellow dress she is in the red one.. I have the red one now.. not sure what happend to the yellow one.. I will take a pic of the one I have and show you how it has lasted all these years..all most 70 years... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=908#post-14376 Mon, 30 Nov 2009 13:27:34 +0000 gigi 14376@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i came across this site for re-useable lunch products and it reminded me of an article i recently read somewhere (sorry, slips my mind where but if i find it, i'll add it later)</p> <p>if you bring this up on the screen, you'll see what i refer to:<br /> <a href="http://www.reuseablebags.com/store/fresh-snack-pack-sandwich-p-1642.html" rel="nofollow">www.reuseablebags.com/store/fresh-snack-pack-sandwich-p-1642.html</a></p> <p>the article i read was how you can take empty, cleaned milk jugs, velcro and a few choice serrated folds and create your own inexpensive lunch bags that can be re-used time and again.</p> <p>i thought this was so cool, especially for kids to make their own. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=811#post-13108 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 13:32:29 +0000 momlvcntrt 13108@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>anyone have any ideas how to use legos. i am sure this bunch can come uo with some ideas</p> <p>thanks</p> <p>heidi </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=909#post-14383 Tue, 01 Dec 2009 05:33:30 +0000 huggybear38 14383@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>my brother in law gave me a box of old cards my mother received either from my Dad or from baby showers etc..so cool </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=903#post-14320 Sat, 28 Nov 2009 22:37:39 +0000 robolady 14320@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Robelyn, our very own Red Neck Chic attended Winnie &#38; Tulula's Christmas open house friday night and we got to meet. I always love meeting bloggers, message board members and friends. I hope you had a great time and it was so fun to meet you. Tell Jill I said "Hi" back.</p> <p>Margo </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=905#post-14349 Sun, 29 Nov 2009 15:17:36 +0000 Leveta 14349@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Anne I can't find you post showing you lanterens. And how you said you made them and what you used. I got 3 yesterday at the flea market. I'd like to TRY and do something like yours... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=894#post-14185 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 11:49:10 +0000 huggybear38 14185@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Saw this on one of my craft sites and thought it would be neat to do with an old window..<br /> <a href="http://www.krylon.com/projects/home-decor/leaf-window-frame/index.jsp" rel="nofollow">http://www.krylon.com/projects/home-decor/leaf-window-frame/index.jsp</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=871#post-13868 Thu, 12 Nov 2009 13:52:57 +0000 thehillbillies 13868@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok. As some of us have shown interest on another post, I'm going to try to set up an ornament exchange for those who are interested. (this way Ki can continue to work on the magazine and everything else she has going on)</p> <p>Here's what I'm thinking. We'll have anyone interested put their name in and if you want to contact me with your e-mail address and mailing address I can get a list compiled and let everyone know who you have. </p> <p>Make an ornament that is primarily out of junk around the house, send it however you would like via postal mail. If you name is in the exchange, you will get an ornament from someone. When you know who you have you will be able to customize the ornament for that person.</p> <p>If you have other ideas, let me know. Otherwise, my e-mail address is <a href="mailto:jenisonk@controlusa.net">jenisonk@controlusa.net</a></p> <p>This should be fun! I'm thinking we should have everyone sign up by Thanksgiving... that way we still have time to make the ornament and get it sent out... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=459#post-6238 Tue, 16 Jun 2009 10:14:44 +0000 paxnovus 6238@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have this cool well made baby buggy/carriage ( not vintage but more of a baby buggy style with the wheels etc) that was over $200 new and the material part of the body is of no use anymore. I have the frame and the wheels which are in in perfect condition. Any ideas on what to do with something like this-- I was thinking go cart but not very good at stuff like that! I'll post a pic soon!!<br /> I saw on this one neat site where in some 3rd world countries people who are really creative use old baby strollers for sales/selling carts!! It was very inventive and creative but I dont think would serve the same purpose around here!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=882#post-13998 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 10:29:00 +0000 drakekelbel 13998@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have acquired about 30-40 metal sign letters. They are about 12 inches tall and quite heavy and thick. Any ideas of what to do with these? Also, they are black but are quite scraped up to where silver is showing through. Should I paint them? Or would that take away their junk street cred?</p> <p>Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=753#post-12341 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 18:33:18 +0000 gigi 12341@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>just read the posts for "survival kit and how you stop for junk"<br /> and it brought to mind one day a few summers back, i was out yard-selling and got locked out of my van!!! </p> <p>my DOG locked me out and wouldn't you know, it happened at a retired sheriffs home and his wife yelled for him to get his stick cuz some ladies locked of her car, says her dog did it!!! he comes out laughing until he sees my big old dog hanging on the window inside and realizes we're serious!!</p> <p>what uh-duh junker moment have you had?? how many junkers did it take to bail you out??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=897#post-14220 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:01:01 +0000 Lorene 14220@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Am I the only one who is having a hard time getting into the holiday spirit? Just the thought of getting the decorations down from the attic is stressing me. </p> <p>This is the first Christmas since the divorce and I'm looking forward to actually using my vintage aluminum tree w/ my vintage Shiny Brites but the boys (ages 9 &#38; 11) don't appreicate it. They want the 10 ft high real tree we used to get every year. </p> <p>Help me find the spirit. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=896#post-14212 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 12:35:15 +0000 gigi 14212@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>just wondering if you ladies....whether selling by booth, mall, store or craft show are seeing a hot item this season? i'm curious to know what is "in" for your area of the world this year?? AND...have you or are you making them?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=900#post-14282 Fri, 27 Nov 2009 06:16:57 +0000 huggybear38 14282@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was checking out my favorites and forgot I had this one in it.. you guys might like to chek it out..some pretty cool items to print and you can use as back grounds for some of your crafts..</p> <p><a href="http://gomakesomething.com/category/print/" rel="nofollow">http://gomakesomething.com/category/print/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=899#post-14267 Thu, 26 Nov 2009 08:03:41 +0000 lovecrafting 14267@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Gobble Gobble Gobble Happy Thanksgiving to all! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=898#post-14223 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 15:13:35 +0000 paintwife 14223@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>my true love gave to me (drumroll please)</p> <p>A cartridge in a bare tree.........</p> <p>My son gave me this spent shell and said &quot;here make a Christmas ornament or something&quot; I couldn't resist, it's a lil redneck tree right down to the flannel tree wrap :) Son loves it.</p> <p>Linda</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=893#post-14181 Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:09:28 +0000 huggybear38 14181@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw these tiles on my on line auction and think they are awesome..not sure what I would do with them.. some have pictures on them some are just plain there are about 250 of them.. what do you all think.. there is not price on them as yet..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=895#post-14208 Tue, 24 Nov 2009 09:13:17 +0000 huggybear38 14208@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>When I was growing up , and we are talking the 40's and 50"s the girls use to have what they called "BED Dolls" these dolls were then made so they would sit on top of your bed after it was all made up.. they had long legs and usually they had a really full skirt with petticoats and lots of ruffels.. they usually had a big southern looking kind of hat on.. I want to make one of these dolls and was wondering if anyone here had one they could post a pic of or etc.. the dress is not crocheted it is sewed and is very fancy.. like I said lots and lots of ruffels.. and pettiecoats. usually the skirt was really big and round so that when you placed it on your pillows it was very full and round.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=837#post-13441 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 13:28:17 +0000 Leveta 13441@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The fleamarket is this weekend in Louisville...</p> <p>Kentucky Flea Market Coming This Weekend!<br /> KY Fair and Exposition Center - West Wing<br /> Louisville, KY - Over 700 Booths - SOLD OUT SHOW!</p> <p>Over 700 booths featuring jewelry, antiques, collectibles, and more. Don't miss it!</p> <p>SHOW HOURS: Fri. Noon-7 / Sat. 10-7 / Sun. 11-5</p> <p>FREE ADMISSION </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=866#post-13755 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:08:50 +0000 Blossom Lane 13755@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It was November the 1st. I felt an urgent need to take home (rats!) my unsold Halloween merchandise (double rats), and decorate for Christmas. Being that this is my first booth--and that I have collected precious-little Christmas ephemera-- I felt the *M-A-N-I-A* kick-in.</p> <p>Friday, I found myself on a buying trip. My tour guide's antique treasure-trove knowledge took me to every warehouse and novelty shop between Lexington and Shelbyville, KY. It was an all day-er and late night-er.</p> <p>Saturday, I hit local yard sales (with aching feet, I might add). I am utterly amazed at the amount of yard sales still being held in NOVEMBER! It was at these sales that I hit pay dirt. Vintage Christmas items galore!!! </p> <p>Saturday night, with deeply-aching feet, glazed eyes, and sheer determination, I recorded, glued, wired, sewed, framed, and priced my items. My mania having ebbed, I fell into bed at three a.m.</p> <p>Yesterday afternoon, I dragged my festive wares over to my booth. I spent hours placing, arranging, and rearranging, my now LARGE collection of Christmasabilia. </p> <p>Thought I'd post some photos of my efforts!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=891#post-14103 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 07:37:56 +0000 Leveta 14103@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone seen the cute snowman in SL made of embrodery hoops and different materials. The hoops are 3 different sizes. Then after you put your material in them your suppose to attach them to the wall each one but I would attach them together to make one whole piece. Then you put I guess felt for nose and eyes ect... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=890#post-14100 Sat, 21 Nov 2009 05:37:41 +0000 rowdy 14100@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Both hubby and I are junk collectors (some may say pack rats) and I guess after all these years of our fur kids watching us collect junk, it has finally rubbed off on one of them. Lately small little things have become missing, just figure they have gotten lost in our many piles of treasures, or I'd forgotten where I put them, but I now know where things have been going. I just happen to be walking by the back door when something caught my eye, one of my rag rugs going out the doggy door, so I followed, underneath the big cedar tree was our middle "child" feverishly digging a hole to plant my rug. I started helping her dig and unearthed many missing treasures, including the missing dvd remote, several small brass items I had in a box on the floor to be cleaned, a few socks, a full roll of toliet paper, 3 tea candles, and my missing glove. My, what a busy little junker (or klepto) our middle child has become, but I guess she takes after her parents! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=880#post-13973 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 20:58:55 +0000 lovetogarden46 13973@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've been making these from balls and beads I've gotten at ES and GS. Made the hangers too. Bought wire from GS too! Thanks for looking.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=889#post-14084 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:00:19 +0000 huggybear38 14084@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know it has been a while since someone posted this web site on here and just lately I begin to check it out.. they do have some great buys.. but just a little leary about buying from so far away on some items.. has anyone bought anything from the Goodwill.com web site and if so was everthing okay?? just wondering as I have seen some items that look pretty good to me.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=884#post-14006 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:55:09 +0000 Leveta 14006@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just wanted to tell you quickly that I have a frozen shoulder. On Dec. 7th they will put me out and put a shot of some sort in it and brake it loose then thrapy for 2 weeks...Plese if you think of it pray that all goes well. The Doc. said he's a good seccess with this treatment. Of course I would be the one that went wrong...LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=857#post-13691 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 15:46:28 +0000 lovecrafting 13691@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I want to do a really girlie Christmas tree for my granddaughter. I bought some pink ornies and some marabou boas for the garland but want to add some homemade ornies too. Does anyone have any ideas out there? I have a lot of junky costume jewelry and have added some of the nicer rhinestone pieces already but want to do some kind of little purses, shoes, hand mirrors etc. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=881#post-13994 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 06:05:47 +0000 huggybear38 13994@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>While I was in hospital I was making cotten dish cloths.. Let me tell you these things are just great.. they clean nicly, rinse out all the stuff that gets on dish cloths. and they wash like a dream.. use them wet or damp..work great..just thought I would let any of your who are crocheters or knitters know.. skine of yarn is about $1.57 and you can get two cloths out of one skine.. The yarn is called Peaches and Cream. at Wal-mart</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=885#post-14012 Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:32:38 +0000 chiccottagejunk 14012@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well, I just returned from my lung doctor appointment about two hours away from me. My doctor of 10 years pretty much agreed with another doctor that I saw four weeks ago - I guess it's likely that I have H1N1. I kind of pooh-poohed it when the other doctor thought it might be H1N1. He was a fill in for my regular doctor who was out the entire week with FIVE of her own children with the flu. SW Michigan was hit extremely hard a few weeks back and dozens of schools in about a five county area were closed. Midge will probably remember that!</p> <p>Anyway, I have a lung disease and every time I get a regular cold for most people, mine cold turns into bronchitis and my lungs are very sore and breathing is painful. So, I got this cold which turned into bronchitis over four weeks ago and I just can't seem to shake it completely. I've been coughing , wiping/blowing my nose, my ears hurt on and off, I've had body aches on and off, and I'm tired alot too. I'm a pretty hyper active gal and rarely sit down in the course of 7:00am - 5:30 pm every day. If I DO sit down, it's because I've yet to find a car that I can drive while standing and multi-tasking as well! I've actually had to lie down and take a naps some days or at least sit down and rest for awhile.</p> <p>So, my lung doctor loaded me up with more inhalers and two antibiotics that I'm supposed to hold off on for a week to see if the inhaler does the trick. My lungs are still full of inflammation and hopefully the inhaler will take care of that. We're hoping that I'll feel better for Thanksgiving but I want to feel better NOW! I don't leave that house but once or twice a week, but I spent a week with my MIL and went to see my FIL in cardiac ICU for 7 days - twice a day. I'm SURE that I picked up germs while in the hospital even though I NEVER touched a door handle while there. By the way, my FIL finally had a tracheotomy done today, so hopefully that will help to make him comfortable. Prognosis is not good, but we are hoping for comfort.</p> <p>So, I'm once again asking for prayers - but this time for me. Thank you all in advance my friends.</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=886#post-14069 Fri, 20 Nov 2009 05:42:38 +0000 huggybear38 14069@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I grandson 's mother sent me this thought if any of you are interested here is a web site to give you instructions on how to make a mop head for the swiffer mop. </p> <p><a href="http://gherkinsbucket.files.wordpress.com/2008/06/biffershrug.pdf" rel="nofollow">http://gherkinsbucket.files.wordpress.com/2008/06/biffershrug.pdf</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=879#post-13969 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 16:45:24 +0000 junxtaposition 13969@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>right now there is a special running on country living magazine..$5.00 for a year's subscription. you can even do it if you are renewing.</p> <p>it says $10.00, but $5.00 is deducted at checkout.</p> <p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00005N7PN?ie=UTF8&#38;tag=deaseemom-20&#38;linkCode=as2&#38;camp=1789&#38;creative=390957&#38;creativeASIN=B00005N7PN" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00005N7PN?ie=UTF8&#38;tag=deaseemom-20&#38;linkCode=as2&#38;camp=1789&#38;creative=390957&#38;creativeASIN=B00005N7PN</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=876#post-13944 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:26:33 +0000 gigi 13944@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>alot of us are happy....thrilled actually...to get second hand, rusted, dinged, chipped, old things for any day...especially as a Christmas present...if you've been nice this year what would you just love to see under that tree??<br /> (you know what....this might help those looking for ideas for the ornament exchange as well!) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=875#post-13943 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 06:21:10 +0000 gigi 13943@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>go about placing your items in the booth spaces? do you use a certain technique of size, color, arrange and rearrange or what??</p> <p>i still to this day have a problem getting all my stuff to look unified, strong in it's spot and like it belongs there....you're christmas looks and open houses look great, very inviting...i think alot has to do with placement of items.....do you agree?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=873#post-13903 Sat, 14 Nov 2009 10:46:28 +0000 huggybear38 13903@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Not sure if this will work or not... but here are some of the Christmas Swags I made last year .. all made with Dollar tree items.. I used them for my family grave sites.. and some for friends also.. </p> <p><a href="http://s189.photobucket.com/albums/z82/route8joanc0904/christmas%20swags/" rel="nofollow">http://s189.photobucket.com/albums/z82/route8joanc0904/christmas%20swags/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=878#post-13968 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 15:15:32 +0000 Leveta 13968@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>HB has 80% off all fall the Thanksgiving things. I several things for next yr... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=877#post-13953 Mon, 16 Nov 2009 08:22:41 +0000 huggybear38 13953@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I swear I did not thing the weekend would ever end.. I have cabin fever and need to get out more.. went to store.. but son with me and you know how that is .. get in and get out.. so while he is at work and after I go to doctor.. I need to shop a little.. want some more ribbon and some more magnets for the little ones in my family.. The kids love the magnets I made from the animals from wal-marts. good learning tools for them too.. Okay girls.. I hear you .. I will also get in some resting time.. ( Huggy has her fingers crossed behind her back ) LOL only kidding.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=872#post-13889 Fri, 13 Nov 2009 17:37:48 +0000 huggybear38 13889@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well, friends, I am back.. Went to doctor last week, felt so poorly.. ended up going to emerg. room they admitted me into hospital and gave me two units of blood.. that was on Thursday, they kept me until Monday and sent me home but I was still sick, could not sleep Monday night.. at 5:00am on Tuesday my son had to rush me to emerg room as I could not breath.. They thouhgt I might have had a Congestive heart failure.. did all kinds of test.. I had pneumonia and infection and my chest was full of fluid.. they had to give me nitro tablets my blood pressure was sky high.. and I was to the point I was ready to meet my maker.. then I remembered I had told Lev I would come down to her shop so I told them to get their butts in gear and get me well.. well it took a lot longer than I thought it would .. I was just released a short time ago.. and I am on house (arrest) rest until next week went I have to go back to see the doctor.. whew.. this one was a close one.. so now that we got my health issues out of the way.. Lev.. I just want to say.. you shop looks just awesome.. you did such a wonderful job.. I hope all has gone well, I was able to pull up some blogs on my cell phone and so I could read some of what all you have been doing.. but it took until today for me to be able to e-mail out on my cell phone, cause of all the tech equiptment at the hospital.. I am worn out and just wanted to let you all know I am doing much better and I did not forget about you all.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=865#post-13754 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 10:06:16 +0000 Blossom Lane 13754@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <br /> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=870#post-13857 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 22:02:55 +0000 Callef 13857@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It may sound silly, but this is an answer to prayer! Right now I have a 4x6 space and I've been on a waiting list for a larger booth. Today when I was at the mall to restock &#38; pick up my check, I noticed the booth right across from me (same size as mine) was vacant. I had the thought that maybe I should get a second booth if it was available, but I was pretty sure it was already rented since there's a long waiting list. Well, I went up to the checkout desk to inquire and mentioned I was still hoping for a larger space. The same-size booth was taken, BUT a 6X6 had just become available, to be vacated at the end of November. I jumped on it! I know it's only 2 more square feet, but I can get a LOT of stuff into an extra 2X2 of space!! :)</p> <p>What's great is the timing. I had decided to wait maybe another week and then take everything out of my booth, staple up wallpaper (to avoid painting) and do my "White Christmas" look with all white, glass, silver and a little gold. Now I can paint my new space the gorgeous dark brown (I already have the paint) and the white will really pop against that. I'm so excited, just had to share with y'all! </p> <p>Carol </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=869#post-13853 Wed, 11 Nov 2009 16:14:23 +0000 Frenchjunker 13853@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The other day I bought an interesting gravy boat. You can pour from two sides which are marked &quot;gras&quot; (greasy) and &quot;maigre&quot; (meagre). Since grease is lighter than the gravy it stays on the surface and thus pours from a hole close to the rim. Whereas there is an opening for the heavier gravy close to the bottom. </p> <p>When I turned the piece around, it had a stamp I didn't know. So I googled for it and came across a really cool site. For all of you who like china and would like to identify possible treasures, here it is:</p> <p><a href="http://www.efineantiques.com/webpages/fine_porcelains.htm" rel="nofollow">http://www.efineantiques.com/webpages/fine_porcelains.htm</a></p> <p>If the marks are to small for you to read, I'll repeat what I wrote in another post recently:</p> <p>Make it bigger: hold down ctrl and hit + until you have the right size</p> <p>Make it smaller: hold down ctrl and hit -</p> <p>Go back to normal: hold down ctrl and hit 0 (zero)</p> <p>Hope this helps.</p> <p>Cheers from France,<br /> Christine</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=829#post-13320 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:55:03 +0000 Lynn 13320@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Wanting to make a Christmas wreath using the Christmas ornament balls but want to use red &#38; black balls for the University of Georgia colors.<br /> My question is....can you paint the glass balls? Has anyone tried this before? I can find the red balls but not sure if the black ones can be found. I did see some online but they were pricey.</p> <p>What kind of paint would you recommend?</p> <p>Thanks in advance! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=863#post-13746 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 06:09:12 +0000 gigi 13746@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i was just curious what thanksgiving themes for you may have for outside?<br /> i really don't have any ideas for it this year...not really in the mood to make anything, either (i know, bite my tongue, those are fighting words on this site!!) open to suggestions!! :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=862#post-13713 Sun, 08 Nov 2009 11:35:19 +0000 robolady 13713@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I guess because many of us have booths and are in retail, we are all ahead of the game thinking about Christmas. I know I am getting into it earlier this year, because I've got 3 shows coming up back to back to back. so here are some of my Christmas projects that I've been working on.</p> <p>The first pic is of clear ornaments filled withjunky bits and pieces.</p> <p> <br /> I make these wreaths out of old china, and I also make the wreath stands out of table legs and old coat hooks.<br /> </p> <p>I have several etched mirrors. I hand scrape the words through the silvering in the back.<br /> </p> <p>I think I'm just about finished with projects, now to get all the vintage Christmas priced, displayed etc. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=830#post-13324 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 07:36:30 +0000 Marge 13324@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>She has been awol for quite a while. I hope she is well. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=820#post-13222 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 06:08:06 +0000 gigi 13222@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i hope i'm not outta line by posting this...but i think we have a great group of people who genuinely care about others who post here, as well.</p> <p>i'm so glad to hear that momlvcntrt is nearing the top of the transplant list...i think she should be in all our thoughts and prayers.</p> <p>i believe that others need to list things on here that are currently going on in their lives also, that may need just an outlet to talk about it or want others to pray for them, too.</p> <p>i would like to ask for thoughts/prayers as i go for a follow up mamo in 2 weeks. masses were found 6 months ago and it has been a rollercoaster ride of emotions for me. my mom is older and less stable than before so i have been keeping this to myself as to not worry her or other family members. only my husband knows the whole story and our girls were told briefly but they're not fully understanding the whole issue. while i know my husband loves me dearly and wants only the best for me, sometimes his way of dealing is teasing-kidding and it has really been hard that way also, mostly because i want to talk to him about it and the whole compass of what it may mean and he would rather not think about it.....which means, not talk about it.<br /> any and all prayers are welcome!! thanks! :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=856#post-13684 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 08:01:55 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 13684@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>we have worked like dogs all week getting our christmas displays ready..... now we are all done and just hoping the people show up.... i put some of the pics on the blog <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a><br /> cheers ann </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=859#post-13702 Sat, 07 Nov 2009 16:58:15 +0000 The Farmers Wife 13702@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Check out my blog for a leftover Halloween giveaway!</p> <p><a href="http://www.thefarmerswifeiniowa.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.thefarmerswifeiniowa.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=864#post-13750 Mon, 09 Nov 2009 09:41:10 +0000 Blossom Lane 13750@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It was November the 1st. I felt an urgent need to take home (rats!) my unsold Halloween merchandise (double rats), and decorate for Christmas. Being that this is my first booth--and that I have collected precious-little Christmas ephemera-- I felt the *M-A-N-I-A* kick-in.</p> <p>Friday, I found myself on a buying trip. My tour guide's antique treasure-trove knowledge took me to every warehouse and novelty shop between Lexington and Shelbyville, KY. It was an all day-er and late night-er.</p> <p>Saturday, I hit local yard sales (with aching feet, I might add). I am utterly amazed at the amount of yard sales still being held in NOVEMBER! It was at these sales that I hit pay dirt. Vintage Christmas items galore!!! </p> <p>Saturday night, with deeply-aching feet, glazed eyes, and sheer determination, I recorded, glued, wired, sewed, framed, and priced my items. My mania having ebbed, I fell into bed at three a.m.</p> <p>Yesterday afternoon, I dragged my festive wares over to my booth. I spent hours placing, arranging, and rearranging, my now LARGE collection of Christmasabilia. </p> <p>Thought I'd post some photos of my efforts!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=845#post-13536 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 15:39:14 +0000 Leveta 13536@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Aha!!!You thought it was something else didn't you...lol...I made this this morning for my shop open house...I found the pair at a indoor flea last weekend for 3.99...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=852#post-13631 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 23:22:53 +0000 Blossom Lane 13631@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I think something happened to me when I hit the big 4-0. I stopped caring what the public, in general, thinks of me. This phenomenon is absolutely spontaneous. I feel a modern day like Jeckyl and Hyde ..or a premature Red Hatter.</p> <p>Of course you know about my dumpster infatuation. Tonight, being that it is garbage night, I made my rounds in two neighborhoods and struck out. But, it got my adrenaline going! What a rush!</p> <p>My paranormal behavior... of late.. is...that I take.. binoculars to auctions. I go to such auctions with fellow dealers from our mall. I get the feeling that they think I am a tad to the eccentric side. Okay... just plain ole' strange. </p> <p>The auctioneer himself has a booth in our mall. I happened upon him the other day and asked him if anyone else brings binoculars to such events.</p> <p>He looked at me and told me that over the 20+ years in the auction business, I was the first one. I didn't know if I should feel like an antiques pioneer...like a Madame Curie of the used home goods world..or a fruitcake. I opted for Madame Curie. (After all, a lady sitting next to me asked to borrow them to look at an item. I felt a little edgy about lending them, but true to my altruistic Clara Barton spirit...I forked them over).</p> <p>I will be back at that auction...sometime soon. And, if I DON'T have my binoculars, it will be because I have wised up. I think auctions call for a more formal instrument of inspection. So, I am now on the hunt for some opera glasses...preferably a pair that is made from mother of pearl.</p> <p>Nothing like being a sheik geek; weird but revered, odd but held in laud...etc. You get the drift.</p> <p>So, tell me. Have any of you renegade, envelope-pushing junkers<br /> done the same thing??? Worse?? Perhaps, like me, your years here on this earth have made you impervious to caring about your auction-night social graces and community standing. ; ) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=853#post-13647 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 09:53:26 +0000 daisytoad 13647@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Is anyone buying advertisement in the mag? Anyone interested in splitting an ad? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=851#post-13628 Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:31:34 +0000 junxtaposition 13628@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i dont know this girl, but reading her blog made my heart beat faster...just imagining how she felt.....for the love of junk..check it out...(and i myself am a clock collector !!)</p> <p><a href="http://sylviasdaughter.blogspot.com/2009/10/hickory-dickory-dockour-saturday-finds.html" rel="nofollow">http://sylviasdaughter.blogspot.com/2009/10/hickory-dickory-dockour-saturday-finds.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=855#post-13657 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 15:32:21 +0000 huggybear38 13657@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Lev I am sorry I thought I would be able to come down this weekend, but my one doctor made me an appt. with my internal doctor for this Saturday and since I have been having so many problems with feeling sick to my stomach so much I better keep the appt.. I think my grandson and I will be able to come down on the weekend of the 14th. I am keep ing my fingers crossed.. I will let you know.. if nothing else what ever I bring down can be use to restock.. LOL cause I just know you are goind to sell a lot the first weekend.. all my postive thoughts are coming your way.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=846#post-13545 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 19:38:14 +0000 robolady 13545@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just discovered this, excuse me if this is common knowledge. If you are writing a post and the word gets underlined, it is misspelled, that I knew.<br /> What I didn't know is all you have to do is, right click over the word, and it will give you suggestions for the correct spelling. Then just click the spelling you want and it will change it for you.<br /> I didn't know that, so I thought I'd share. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=854#post-13652 Wed, 04 Nov 2009 11:56:50 +0000 thehillbillies 13652@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The junk fairy came and visited me last night... take a look at my blog...<br /> <a href="http://adayinthelifeofahillbilly.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://adayinthelifeofahillbilly.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=850#post-13580 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 13:58:03 +0000 lovecrafting 13580@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought 2 silver plate teapots this weekend to do a project. 1 had a sticker that said made in China so I know it is probably cheap silverplate and polished up to a high shine but the other on has only a few numbers on the bottom that look to me to be made with an engraver and no hallmarks and it won't polish up to a high shine. The project requires me to drill a 1 inch hole in the bottom of them but I don't want to drill a hole in one only to find out it is sterling or some really good silver. Will the second one not shine up as well because it is old silverplate? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=848#post-13574 Mon, 02 Nov 2009 11:31:31 +0000 huggybear38 13574@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know it is early in some places.. but was just wondering if anyone has heard anything from gigi and her tests???? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=840#post-13465 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 20:21:00 +0000 mallie2697 13465@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I posted an ad on Craigs List for shutters, windows, doors, and basically anything else that no one wants. I had a lady email me and said she has 4 sets of shutters. She sent me a picture of them. I can't think of what to do with these (they are not the normal style I work with. If you look at my website you can see what I do with shutters <a href="http://www.cottonechangems.com" rel="nofollow">www.cottonechangems.com</a>) Anyways, I need some Ideas. I do not want to turn these down. It is too good of a deal!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=842#post-13486 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 15:21:17 +0000 lovecrafting 13486@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I opened a new booth in a brand new mall. We opened officially on the October 16th and I am amazed to find that as of today my sales are reaching the 400$ point. Now just having a little trouble keeping enough merchandise in the booth since yardsale season is wrapping up for the year. Will try to post photos if I can figure it out. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=844#post-13522 Sat, 31 Oct 2009 20:36:22 +0000 Blossom Lane 13522@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Found this and thought I would share it. Hope it posts.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=847#post-13550 Sun, 01 Nov 2009 21:06:46 +0000 gigi 13550@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>had a boo-boo happen to one of my windows that was stored in the basement...got knocked over and the stained glass, mirror, beads and jewelry embellishments got broken up/knocked off.</p> <p>in cleaning up the mess...i began to remove the beads from their place surrounding the mirror when i noticed that they held the shape of the bead perfectly in glue form!! i then thought....what if i lay glue in a design, press in different sizes of beads on a string, let sit for a long time and then remove the beads to leave the impression...could then fill in with paint, resin, etc to create a beautiful design on glass windows or heck even mirrors. </p> <p>this would allow reuse of the beads for other projects, might give more flexibility in laying a design, not to mention glue is pretty darn cheap compared to other mediums.....hope this idea makes sense to others and that i'm not just blah-blahing and not making much sense! :) lol </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=738#post-12183 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 05:24:47 +0000 gigi 12183@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>reading spoon jewelry got me thinking about when i tried to get my girls on board with making/wearing old-used items into new cool things.</p> <p>like....taking an old necktie and 2 metal rings, tacking one end of the tie around the rings and whallah...an awesome belt...or sewing alot of ties together to create a purse....they just didn't see the "cool" factor of it that i did!!! (?)</p> <p>what cool ideas do you have for teen girls these days?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=843#post-13498 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 18:36:55 +0000 Leveta 13498@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'd like to ask you 3 questions. I was looking at your sight which I just love. 1. When you make your broken china jew, do you rap the foil around it useing just the sticky on the foil or do you add anything else? 2. How do ou been you flatwear when you make the braclets? 3. On you angel pins made out of flatware do you soder the pieces together or weld? Thank you so much... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=841#post-13471 Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:58:55 +0000 paintwife 13471@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I don't decorate too much for Halloween, just the fall season. But I painted an owl rock and made a bedspring sunflower to put on my bench with my fake pumpkin. I thought about painting a bat but finding the right rock isn't always easy.Thanks Kudzu for the easy bed spring flower tutorial.</p> <p>Linda </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=821#post-13229 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 08:46:38 +0000 thehillbillies 13229@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello all!</p> <p>I've been busy and not on here... I have a craft show this weekend and have posted some of my goodies on my facebook page to advertise... instead of trying to upload the images here, I thought I would give you a link to see what I've been up too. (I hope it works)</p> <p>This is just a small selection I will post pix of my booth when I have it set up... I hope all my work pays off!</p> <p>Let me know if this link doesn't work...</p> <p><a href="http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/album.php?aid=41846&#38;id=1311252422&#38;ref=mf" rel="nofollow">http://www.facebook.com/home.php?ref=home#/album.php?aid=41846&#38;id=1311252422&#38;ref=mf</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=827#post-13289 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 09:17:27 +0000 junxtaposition 13289@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.junktion.co.il/products01.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.junktion.co.il/products01.html</a></p> <p>here's a very different, cool site for trash to treasure...a bit hard to navigate imo...just click on the first picture, then keep hitting 'next product' and you will see everything they have to offer. a very interesting take on t-t </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=833#post-13337 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 11:59:12 +0000 huggybear38 13337@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>one of the men at work gave me a lot of coats and a jean jacket.. the coats I took to the halfway house for the women who are just coming out of prison or what ever and need just about everything.. I usually take a lot of stuff over to them as they are trying to get their lives back on track and some even are allowed to have their children there with them and so I try to take kids clothes and toys too. any way I kept the jean jacket and thought I could add some neat items to it. and then give it to them.. what items has anyone added to a jean jacket to make it look cool??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=838#post-13457 Thu, 29 Oct 2009 17:15:57 +0000 huggybear38 13457@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well my good friends just want to thank you all for making my crazy day go by a little faster... just got home from work.. what a crazy day.... kicked off my shoes and fixed myself a littl toddy for the body and going to sit for a while and read all your post... whew glad to be home..... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=826#post-13288 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 09:07:52 +0000 daisytoad 13288@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have a ton of these laying around, does anyone has ideas to re use them? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=836#post-13410 Wed, 28 Oct 2009 18:26:47 +0000 mallie2697 13410@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have seen a lot of wood palates around town just laying around. I have been wanting to stop and get some, but I can't figure out what to do with them. Do you have any suggestions? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=834#post-13344 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 15:47:42 +0000 lovecrafting 13344@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Am I going crazy or did someone on here post some ornaments that looked like cupcakes? I really want to make some for my grandkids for Christmas. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=831#post-13327 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 07:46:34 +0000 huggybear38 13327@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here are some of the wreaths I worked on this weekend need to add bows to most of them.. The one with the lights needs to be touched up some so the light are more even..each one of the wreaths still need some final touches..like bows and picks...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=832#post-13328 Mon, 26 Oct 2009 07:49:03 +0000 huggybear38 13328@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>lets try this again with wreath with lights</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=825#post-13282 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 05:59:23 +0000 Marge 13282@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If you are in the southeast Minnesota area today or next Fri and Sat Oct 30 &#38; 31), you don't want to miss our Gathering Dust sale. Yesterday was day 1 of 4 and it was great!! We have all kinds of goodies -- vintage/antique to new and everything in between. Of course there are lots of what I like to call pieces/parts for your own junk projects. Come see us. It rained all morning yesterday and snowed all afternoon. Today is supposed to be much nicer. :)</p> <p>900 Whitewater Avenue, St. Charles Mn<br /> Come around to the back door of Gatherings &#38; Gifts</p> <p>More info on my blog. <a href="http://www.emmasnookandgranny.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.emmasnookandgranny.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=828#post-13301 Sat, 24 Oct 2009 19:45:28 +0000 SecondHandRosie 13301@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Today was the first day in weeks that the sun was out and it was absolutely gorgeous!! Think a big part of my good day was going to garage sales and the downtown Crafts &#38; Antique Festival that was held this weekend.</p> <p>I got a red and white checked tablecloth for $5.00. I already have two, but that way I always have a clean one on my red and white "dinette set".</p> <p>Bought three old wooden hat forms for $2.25 for all of them. They look like they'd make wonderful shadowboxes or just frames for art.</p> <p>Also picked up two delapidated old wicker chairs out for trash pickup. No seats in them. I may have to get some ivy started and just let it do it's thing. Found a neat old headboard/piece of wood, etc. that I think can be turned into a fake mantel for my flea market booth. At least my DH has started planning it. LOL The lady that put it out for the trash even helped me load it. Now, THAT'S service! LOL</p> <p>I'll try and post some photos tomorrow.</p> <p>Sigh....it was a great day!</p> <p>What about you guys? Anybody got any braggin' to do!? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=795#post-12929 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 15:13:27 +0000 Patty 12929@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Someone had given me a bird cage and I need to put my African Grey Parrot in it.....it does have some rust on it and I'm afraid he will chew it off....is there anyway I can get this off safely and not pose and harm to my bird once it's inside </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=824#post-13265 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 13:38:12 +0000 huggybear38 13265@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>These candel sticks came with a lot that I won on an auction a little while back and I just sorta put them away some where and found them the other day.. I spray painted one a black and it is a flat black instead of a glossy black.. not sure if I like the flat black or if I should paint them a cream color.. the real color of them is sorta a goldish/greenish ugly.. they look white or gray in the picture.. what color do you all think I should paint them</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=815#post-13166 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:22:56 +0000 daisytoad 13166@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found this cupboard in a man's garage on the junk jaunt. It want' for sale, but I asked him if he'd sell it. He gave me a price I couldn't refuse and even had 2 boys load it for me. Anyway THIS is the cleaned up version. Now what? Do a dry brush it white to give it a more fresh appearance? So I sand it and repaint it completely? I'm planning on using it for display and for sale in my booth. What do you think? Can you guess a price?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=822#post-13233 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 11:25:11 +0000 huggybear38 13233@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This bedroom set is the online auction I use and it is going for around $50.00 that is for dresser, armouir, night stand, and headboard.. I was think I would like to get it and repaint it a pretty light grey or a pretty cream color.. I have seen what some of the girls on this site have done with some older furniture and I love the looks of this but only if it was a different color.. whatcha think..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=816#post-13168 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 13:08:04 +0000 Old Things 13168@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I love old sewing stuff-spools, trim, etc., but I don't know how to repurpose to sell in an antiques mall. If seems like it might be a good way to make Christmas gifts if I could figure out how to put things together. Any ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=823#post-13257 Fri, 23 Oct 2009 04:04:09 +0000 huggybear38 13257@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Lev.. you will never guess what we have today... something I know you have some already.....RAIN RAIN RAIN RAIN<br /> UGH........ </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=818#post-13185 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:51:10 +0000 cheryl keyes 13185@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>HI EVERYONE IM A COMOUTER DUMMY AND JUST TRIED TO SET UP A BLOG ... I LOVE LOVE LOVE JUNK AND HOPE TO SHARE WITH OHTER JUNK LOVERS. IF I DID IT CORRECTLY (HMMMM) PLEASE TRY CHEKCING OUT MY BLOG AND SEE IF YOU CAN GET TO IT AND LET ME KNOW!!! MY DAD ALWAYS CALLED MY MOM MANERVA THE JUNK LADY, SO I THOUGHT IT THE PURF NAME FOR MY JUNKING BLOG. CHECK IT OUT <a href="http://MANERVA" rel="nofollow">http://MANERVA</a> THE JUNK LADY.com </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=810#post-13103 Sun, 18 Oct 2009 08:22:39 +0000 Junkyjen 13103@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am anxiously awaiting my two day break from school for my bi-annual trip to Canton with my MIL.(leaving in 10 days!!) I was just wondering if any of you have a booth there? I would love to stop in and say Hi! I will be the one pulling the wagon with pink flames. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=507#post-7418 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 21:44:55 +0000 Callef 7418@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm having BIG FUN now that I've figured out how to resize and post pictures! So here is a &quot;before &#38; after&quot; of my last slipcover project. Does anyone else do slips or upholstery?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=819#post-13217 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 18:28:12 +0000 huggybear38 13217@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ladies I must say there are some very talent folks in this site.. I have been scanning thru some of the blogs here and wow.. some of the neat things that you all have done.. really nice work..<br /> Thanks for sharing.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=806#post-13077 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 17:43:22 +0000 paintwife 13077@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Remember all those whiskey flasks DH picked up for me? I decided to turn a couple into photo holders. I also grabbed a couple of door knobs to use. This weeks word is &quot;Embellishment&quot; ;~) Now I have to try and not get too crazy because I'm having too much fun. I still have about 140 bottles and a box of door knobs to go LOL<br /> (Maybe I should take some time to bone up on my photography skills)</p> <p>Linda</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=817#post-13181 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:25:06 +0000 Leveta 13181@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My e-mails keep coming back. It's says no service. That's why you havn't gotten anything from me... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=813#post-13155 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 18:53:49 +0000 daisytoad 13155@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I started a Junk Bonanza Flickr group, if anyone wants to post there pics to it! <a href="http://www.flickr.com/groups/1206702@N25/" rel="nofollow">http://www.flickr.com/groups/1206702@N25/</a></p> <p>I wonder if we need a Junk Inspiration group to to show projects and project ideas?! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=814#post-13165 Tue, 20 Oct 2009 11:18:36 +0000 daisytoad 13165@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found this cupboard in a man's garage on the junk jaunt. It want' for sale, but I asked him if he'd sell it. He gave me a price I couldn't refuse and even had 2 boys load it for me. Anyway THIS is the cleaned up version. Now what? Do a dry brush it white to give it a more fresh appearance? So I sand it and repaint it completely? I'm planning on using it for display and for sale in my booth. What do you think? Can you guess a price? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=812#post-13143 Mon, 19 Oct 2009 12:22:06 +0000 quiltylisa6 13143@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found this bench at a yard sale last week for only $25.00. I have to admit I didnt completely check it over, it was sturdy and the small emblem thingys that go on the bottom of the legs were with it but not attached. It had a seat cover in a terrible gaudy kind of gold colored velvet, I looked under the cover and knew there was alot of veneer missing but I could handle that. My problem is after I got it home and removed the cover I could see it had more problems than I originally thought. Seems the seat is practically nothing but veneer. I tried to take a picture of it, it is less than 1/4 of an inch in places and needs replaced. I dont know how to take it apart and replace it. My thinking is (and its probably wrong) is, once I take it apart and get wood to replace the seat, I place the old piece on top of the new, trace it and cut it out? Would that be correct? Or am I totally wrong? What would you suggest I do? I just fell in love with this piece. Any ideas?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=807#post-13087 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 06:33:38 +0000 huggybear38 13087@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Frig. Magnets I bought the little animals at WalMart for I think 54 cents each and I have a large magnet that we used at the auto dealership for adv. and so I cut off little pieces of the magnet and glued to the back of the animal and I now have frig magnets.. I thought they were really cute.. and cost almost nothing..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=804#post-13045 Thu, 15 Oct 2009 10:32:47 +0000 Leveta 13045@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Where can I find a red lightbulb?? Smart remarks need not apply...lol </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=798#post-12956 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 13:36:42 +0000 gigi 12956@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>once again, i get the total urge to renew something and instantly feel like i'm in the deep end of the pool, dog paddling like heck, cuz i bit off more than i could chew!! lol ;]</p> <p>decided to remove carpet in entire upstairs (ok....quit laughing at me, already!) not just a room or so, oh no, that would be too easy...i go for the kit and kaboodle!! and need the majority out to the curb by tomorrow for fall trash pickup. </p> <p>amongst a gazillion staples, nails and boards...etc....i've found the floor to be very spotty with stains (food? animal?, etc?) and very, very dull. granted we will sand, buff and all that wonderful stuff ;( but does anyone have suggestions on good pastes/waxes/products to deep clean wood before-after and whatever else i may need (that i failed to think of prior to my deep-sea diving adventure? btw, it's light oak. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=809#post-13099 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 17:24:40 +0000 mcnaughton 13099@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm getting ready for a silent auction for my daughter's school. I wanted to be resourceful, of course, not to mention the cost of buying basket cellophane,etc. I had some extra boxes of new window-covering plastic that came in a boxed lot from an auction. The pieces were huge so I had as much plastic as I wanted. I gathered the plastic up and tied big ribbons at the top. Presto, save-o! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=808#post-13098 Sat, 17 Oct 2009 17:18:58 +0000 mcnaughton 13098@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>How is that for a topic? I'm in the process of making a family of ghosts for the yard. They range from about 6' down to 3'. I've read about using liquid starch on sheets and or muslin, but that a rain can wash out and you have some pretty sorry looking ghosts. I wondered if anyone has a more permanent solution for stiffening the material. Would a heavy dose of Scotchguard work? Help my endangered ghosts! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=583#post-9162 Wed, 29 Jul 2009 06:21:03 +0000 tshallow74 9162@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've seen Tipsy Pots "hanging". Does anyone have instructions on how to do this? What do you use to keep the bottom pot on? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=805#post-13070 Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:19:40 +0000 huggybear38 13070@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Lev and any of you who want to make some Wreaths.. WalMart has some in their garden section.. for $2.00 each.. they have the wire base and then the fake greens around them.. they will be fine if you are planning on adding ornies, and picks and a nice bow.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=803#post-13019 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:29:27 +0000 Leveta 13019@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone here ever made these?? Where you hot glue wrapped CC's to a non wrapped candle. The first CC stuck by the rest just fall off...Can anyone help... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=794#post-12928 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 14:26:04 +0000 Lynn 12928@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Wanted to first say Hello! Just joined your community but have been an avid reader for a while.</p> <p>Wanted to share a couple of finds I got yesterday at yard sales and ask how or should I do anything to the metal stools.</p> <p>The stools were $3 each and the printer's drawer was $15.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=789#post-12852 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 17:48:31 +0000 primstop 12852@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know it's still fall, but I'm on to Christmas planning for the shop and I need some creative ideas!<br /> I bought an old typewriter. I want to use it in a display through out the whole 12 days I'm open. (I am an event only store, but am open on Saturdays through the Holidays) Maybe letters to Santa... ??? I want it to be something that the customers need to check out each day we are open.<br /> I know someone out there will have a great idea!<br /> Thanks,<br /> Laurie </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=771#post-12612 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 17:12:00 +0000 Ki 12612@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bet you're wondering where I have been...or maybe you know. Producing the Junk Bonanza is sorta like having a baby...it is overwhelming, exhausting, yet oh so rewarding. I just wrote my first post on my blog (sidebar) and will continue with follow-ups. </p> <p>It was so fun to meet many of you at the blog party and thank you all for coming! If you didn't make it, guess who is in the photo. Yep, former editor-in-chief of Country Living Magazine Nancy Soriano, and editor-in-chief of Where Women Create Magazine Jo Packham! </p> <p>I am still sorting, unpacking, paying bills etc. but no time to rest, I have a short deadline for our new magazine, Flea Market Style, and have been in my garage today pounding away!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=802#post-13015 Wed, 14 Oct 2009 06:53:29 +0000 huggybear38 13015@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here is a pic of a desk and chair.. the desk was made with two file cabinets and top with a sheet of glass.. added a table runner and covered the cair all in the same fabric. I think this turned out really cute.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=799#post-12970 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 18:51:18 +0000 Marge 12970@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My pampas grass and pumpkins were so happy yesterday. Not so today.</p> <p>I'm not ready for this yet! Robelyn, I'm sending all this white stuff to you!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=801#post-12999 Tue, 13 Oct 2009 11:51:57 +0000 huggybear38 12999@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is on my online auction and I thought it was really cute.. the auction closes today for this one, not sure if I will win the bid or not.. but thought I would show you guys a cute way to use or/and reuse an old window.. just a shelf has been added and some art work.. I think this is really cute</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=800#post-12974 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 20:01:03 +0000 lovecrafting 12974@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I thought someone said they had but I can't find the post. What is the cost per magazine? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=796#post-12934 Sun, 11 Oct 2009 19:06:39 +0000 Leveta 12934@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone here ever used it on anything??? TIA... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=791#post-12879 Thu, 08 Oct 2009 19:42:08 +0000 Junkyjen 12879@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Haven't posted in since I introduced myself a couple of weeks ago. I have been very busy at school. I just wanted to share my pink pumpkin pic and few more things I have done. The black wagon (which got chewed on by the dogs before I was able to paint) has hot pink flames and a little bling. This is my Canton wagon for my upcoming trip at the end of this month. The pink pumpkin is in honor of my MIL a breast cancer survivor. I was inspired by a gourd I saw on here painted like candy corn. Please let me know if who painted it so that I may give credit for the inspiration. The bench was made by my husband for my treasure store and it sold the first day!! Thanks for all your great ideas and sharing!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=797#post-12951 Mon, 12 Oct 2009 08:17:29 +0000 The Farmers Wife 12951@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok, ladies you all really helped me out with the sewing machine drama. That purchase will probably have to wait now, becasue our digital camera is broken! It is kind of a blessing in disguise because I really wanted a new one - one that takes really good pictures for my blog.</p> <p>Soooooooo.....any thoughts/ideas/opinions???? </p> <p>And, if you've purchased a great one if you don't mind letting me know a price range I would really appreciate it! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=788#post-12844 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 11:19:33 +0000 lovecrafting 12844@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>There is an indoor flea market/antique shop in our town that seems to always be busy and I have asked about booths but there seems to be a waiting list. The owner called me today to tell me they are opening a second location and I can come by and check it out this evening to decide if I want a booth or not. The booth would be a 5X12 and the rent is 129$ per month + 10%. Is this a good deal and would you go for it? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=792#post-12886 Fri, 09 Oct 2009 07:46:53 +0000 The Farmers Wife 12886@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am sure some of you have done a Christmas Tree Walk/Parade of Trees. We have one in our community and I did it a few years back. I am thinking of doing it again. Any ideas for junky/handmade ornaments? Themes??</p> <p>thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=787#post-12838 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 05:40:29 +0000 KudzuKween 12838@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I thought I posted this last night, but I fell asleep at the computer, and don't remember,lol! So let me try this again.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=780#post-12796 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 09:06:26 +0000 SecondHandRosie 12796@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>At out last foray to the salvage yard my friend and I bought six of these HEAVY manganese thingies. The man told us that they were from an old rock crusher. I should have taken a photo of them before all this happened, but I didn't. Anyway, they were all four tombstone shaped and each had a hole up near the top of them. I brought them home and my DGD and I cleaned them up and used Notepad and made signs on them like RIP and UR Next and Boo and put on them. Then in the holes (from the back) we put pictures of a bat, a black cat, a witch, etc. so that you could look in the hole and see the figures.</p> <p>I took them all to the flea market yesterday. I was so proud of our creativity! Three other dealers were standing at the door when I brought them in (in a grocery cart - they weigh about 40 pounds a piece!) Their first words, "What ARE those?" "WHAT are you gonna DO with those!?" and the worst one of all, "Girl! You ought to sell those for scrap metal! You could make a lot more doing that with them!"</p> <p>Sigh........ LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=784#post-12826 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:27:09 +0000 tricia 12826@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Can someone explain this term and give expamples of what is meant by this term, I see often posts that say 'I would add a cloche to this' </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=782#post-12814 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 06:32:40 +0000 Leveta 12814@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Can anyone tell me how to take it off something metal that was painted first?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=785#post-12827 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 13:35:22 +0000 tricia 12827@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've been looking at different sites for ideas, and I see that this seems to be a trend to use in displays for fall, along with white dishes, pitchers and platters, adding in foilage and flowers. I have a few pieces from my mil that have been in storage for a long time. Is this new or been around. I like the idea that it will work through fall and change up for Christmas. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=783#post-12824 Tue, 06 Oct 2009 12:56:53 +0000 huggybear38 12824@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My online auction had two pieces of artwork of Dogs playing cards and I thought of you guys.. which one of you like the Dogs playing poker??? I can't remember.. but my first thought was JR...LOL<br /> Huggy </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=255#post-3018 Sun, 15 Mar 2009 15:00:17 +0000 Not Too Shabby 3018@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know it's a bit early to think of Christmas but I came across some old ornaments that I would like to put on a wreath. Has anyone made one before? What type of wreath did you use and how dod you fasten them to the wreath? Thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=765#post-12522 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 08:37:24 +0000 huggybear38 12522@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw these on Martha's site and thought they were really cute and something we could do easy.. and not expensive.. just wanted to share with you all..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=781#post-12799 Mon, 05 Oct 2009 09:26:05 +0000 tricia 12799@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Looking for fresh inspiration and found cherry'sjubileehome.blogspot.com </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=608#post-9641 Wed, 05 Aug 2009 08:33:56 +0000 junxtaposition 9641@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i'm in a scarecrow contest, anyone have any fab ideas???? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=772#post-12619 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 19:40:27 +0000 lovetogarden46 12619@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here are pics of the birdbath/feeders/candy dishes/plant stands. In my basement!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=612#post-9775 Thu, 06 Aug 2009 22:56:03 +0000 Blossom Lane 9775@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am gearing up for autumn in my first booth. Any suggestions as to what sells this time of the year? I am also thinking about decor for the booth itself--or do you think this is unnecessary? Does a color scheme make any difference?</p> <p>I have a vintage set of dishes with acorns and fall leaves. Really neat! Found them at a consignment store two years ago. I plan to sell the set. I will feature it on a small table with an autumn tablecloth.</p> <p>I also have Heinz ketchup and French's mustard costumes I made in years past. Too goofy to sell?</p> <p>We carry Antiques and Uniques at our mall, so it is all-inclusive.<br /> But all-inclusive may mean dorky.</p> <p>Preserve my reputation...or help improve it. I'm not sure what it even is! ha ha </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=779#post-12761 Fri, 02 Oct 2009 07:25:24 +0000 huggybear38 12761@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found this on the internet and thought some of you who have some of these bright beautiful fall flowers would like to be able to dry them...here are several directions..</p> <p>Keep a vibrant bouquet of flowers permanently by drying and returning to the vase, or use for potpourri.</p> <p>Air-Drying/Hanging- Separate flowers into bunches of 6-8 flowers with stems. Tie a string around the bunches to hold tightly together but not damage the stems. Use the string to hang the bunches, not touching each other, upside down from a warm, dry, and dark place. An unused closet with a clothes rod would work perfectly. Constant darkness will help to retain the colors. Leave undisturbed for four weeks.</p> <p>Pro: Inexpensive method, which fills your closet with wonderful smells</p> <p>Con: The flowers become very stiff when dried in this method and certain colors, such as pink, fade.</p> <p>Silica Gel- Found in most craft store, this misnomer is actually a granular desiccant used for drying flowers. The flowers should be placed on one inch of silica in a sealable container, slowly and carefully covered with the granules and left for one week. Once removing, you can spray the flowers with surface sealer and let dry on wax paper to help preserve.</p> <p>Pro: Changes color to indicate when the silica gel has absorbed all the water from the flowers (from blue to pink). The granules can be oven-dried and re-used.</p> <p>Con: Expensive and coarser granules can puncture petals.</p> <p>Homemade Drying (Borax method)- A popular home method for drying flowers is to use a mixture of 2 parts Borax detergent to 1 part white cornmeal. Plain sand can be used in place of cornmeal, but the larger granules can damage more delicate petals. Leave in a sealed container for two weeks.</p> <p>Pro: Less expensive than silica and less stiff than hanging method</p> <p>Con: If left too long, Borax can destroy the flowers.</p> <p>Sand drying- Oolitic sand is the drying choice of connoisseurs as the granules are hollow, for absorbing water, high pH, for retaining color, and smooth, to prevent damage to the petals. Common sand can produce a similar effect when prepared properly. Play or builder’s sand must be washed. Place in a bucket with water and a small amount of liquid detergent. Stir and pour off the water. Repeat until the water runs clear. Dry the clean sand in theoven at 250 F. At this point, for an effect similar to oolitic sand, add three tablespoons of melted paraffin wax, 1 tablespoon of bicarbonate of soda, and 1 tablespoon of silica gel to 15 pounds of sand.</p> <p>Pro: Sand yields the best results for retained color and shape. The sand can also be reused like silica gel.</p> <p>Con: Oolitic sand is hard to come by, while common sand requires more lengthy preparation. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=747#post-12282 Sat, 19 Sep 2009 07:40:48 +0000 cowpalace 12282@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've been so jealous with all the talk about Junk Bonanza. I don't know about the rest of you, but that is way too far for me to travel this year. So I came up with an idea. Paplys Antiques in Killeen, Texas has a HUGE parking lot and it fronts on Highway 195, which is a great place to catch the eye of folks driving by. I spoke to the owner and he said he'd rent 10x10 spaces on the parking lot for those who want to come and display/sell their goodies. $10 is the price for a space and I might even be persuaded to supply picnic lunches for those who want to come! The first weekend in November is the 3rd and 4th. Would anyone be interested in coming? The owner always places ads that weekend and will mention that vendors from around Texas will be displaying their ads that weekend if there is enough interest. If interested, email me (Peggy/cowpalace): 360ranch.gmail.com </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=776#post-12704 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 09:16:41 +0000 huggybear38 12704@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>lets see if this works .. I just thought this was tooo funny.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=767#post-12540 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 14:16:23 +0000 huggybear38 12540@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is a neat idea to have at your shop or booth to sell, someone sent me this..you may have to do the ctrl key and tap the + key to make it a little bigger.. the saying is cute and I would say not expensive to make..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=775#post-12687 Wed, 30 Sep 2009 05:28:58 +0000 chosmosw 12687@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If anyone is close by please stop by the show. We will have lots of great things for sale.<br /> Char</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=774#post-12663 Tue, 29 Sep 2009 09:59:31 +0000 huggybear38 12663@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Okay all of you who use old windows for different crafts.. you can blame Lev.. for me having to let windows get away from me.. the reason is I have an Explorer and I have the second row seats down and the entir back filled with stuff.. most of it going to Lev's shop around the 17th of Oct..Sooooo I would not have had room for them ... but darn I passed them twice.. and it hurt each time I passed them .. I thought I know Lev would do something nice with those.. but also Grandson in car taking him to school.. soooo there you .. "IT'S ALL LEV'S FAULT.." </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=770#post-12598 Sun, 27 Sep 2009 09:52:57 +0000 tricia 12598@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As I drove(sped)away from a sale site Sat. I thought as they used to say "you have to kiss a lot of frogs to find a prince". I set out Sat morning on the Junk Jaunt, with expectations that I would find something interesting, and I did. My first stop was a church group that had contributors from all over the state. Crowded, but the items were clean and sorted into categories and color coded. They had some piles but it was part of the adventure of uncovering a gem.<br /> I made a couple trips to the to stash my purchases. But, from there it went down hill, several of the vendors had things thrown about all over, dusty, saying to me these things hadn't moved for a long while, perhaps, put out year after year, nothing inspiring. I suppose they sold some things, just depending on what you were looking for. One lady remarked that she should charge for lookers. What worked last year may not be working this year.<br /> My favorite purchase: A brassy looking sleigh about a foot tall by 2 1/2 ft long, I have several ideas for it. The one that got away: three antique looking candles stands about 4 ft tall with vines going up, probably from a church with a sign hanging on them SOLD. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=773#post-12640 Mon, 28 Sep 2009 07:18:43 +0000 moderator 12640@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If so be sure to let us know. Ki is building a Bonanza Blog list on her Blog and we'd love to add your blog.<br /> Thanks,<br /> Moderator </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=762#post-12514 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 21:58:52 +0000 Blossom Lane 12514@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>How are you decorating for autumn this year? </p> <p>1) Kooky and spooky?<br /> 2) All about fall?</p> <p>What about those junk items that upgrade your display(s)? </p> <p>Me???????? </p> <p>Garden flag.<br /> Standard fodder with leaves and bow.<br /> Couple pumpkins.<br /> yellow mum<br /> Neat vintage wooden bucket (yellow) I found years ago. Reuse yearly.<br /> Addition of **free** wicker chair...shaky,flaky but still stylin'.</p> <p>One pic is taken without flash;the other with flash.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=759#post-12439 Wed, 23 Sep 2009 16:55:15 +0000 Leveta 12439@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here's the rest of the pic's...Hope you like them...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=742#post-12200 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 09:18:24 +0000 momlvcntrt 12200@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>just got out of hospital again and could not wait to see all the new things. wish you could get internet in the hospital. my main source of stress was that i couldnt check my .junk revolution. i really needed my fix...........lol </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=763#post-12520 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 08:27:11 +0000 huggybear38 12520@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw this item on my auction and was wondering if it would be worth anything.. it is 5 liter Stoneware bottle with top and is 9 1/2 &quot; high</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=752#post-12331 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 17:12:38 +0000 daisytoad 12331@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Okay, so you are driving along and pass a great pile of junk in an area. Are you a<br /> 1. Quick grab it before anyone sees!<br /> 2. Drive by and check again next week, to see if it really is "junk"<br /> 3. Knock on the door at the nearest house and inquire<br /> 4. other, please explain </p> <p> : ) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=755#post-12381 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 12:18:34 +0000 Leveta 12381@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I hate to say it...But everything glass that I made(stick totems, chandy, ect) useing quick grip is coming apart after I took it to the shop. It done fine in the AC here in my room, but after it got to the shop and humidity, bamm...I bought some E6000 and will try and see if it will stay together in hum... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=749#post-12296 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 19:11:30 +0000 tricia 12296@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>last winter I enjoyed a pair of cardinals in the yard, I fed them out of a cut out milk jug. I would like to make something a little more interesting, any ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=761#post-12487 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 10:38:28 +0000 thehillbillies 12487@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I want to make some frames into message boards and add cork to them for a cork board... before I drive all over the country, does anyone know the best place to find it? Hobby Lobby or Home Depot or what?</p> <p>Thanks! :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=766#post-12533 Fri, 25 Sep 2009 11:18:31 +0000 huggybear38 12533@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw these goblets and thought the blue would make a pretty totem.. I am going to see what they go for..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=720#post-11879 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 14:32:27 +0000 SecondHandRosie 11879@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Maybe I should have worded this post a little differently! LOL</p> <p>Anyway, you guys know what I mean. I'm getting ready to take these pictures down because they've been up about a year and I'm tired of them. &quot;Art&quot; on the wall behind my commode - courtesy of my three granddaughters....</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=741#post-12197 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 09:12:53 +0000 thehillbillies 12197@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Our other thread was getting so long, I decided to start a new one.</p> <p>I worked an auction Tuesday night (pretty sure I didn't make a profit!) Had a car load of goodies... here are some of my finds...</p> <p>games- $3.00 for whole stack<br /> xmas ornaments- $3.00 the whole box<br /> bling- $4.00 for all<br /> Lamp shade (on other post)- $2.00</p> <p>plus 2 feather pillows for $1.00 a SET<br /> bird cage on a stand- $3.00<br /> tackle box with old lures- $3.00</p> <p>(if I wouldn't have gotten the parking ticket I think I would have made a small profit!)</p> <p>So lucky to be able to work auctions once in a while... I put all these boxes out at the end when most people were gone and hid the old ornaments on the bottom of the box... naughty I know!!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=760#post-12459 Thu, 24 Sep 2009 05:51:52 +0000 gigi 12459@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i'm geared and getting ready to go....it will be "fall trash pickup" in my area in a few weeks....so, i'll be on the lookout for junk to throw in my van!!</p> <p>i tried posting an ad for summer pickup saying that i'd be willing to take any furniture, etc that was being junked to try and fix...the only calls i got were to haul away old fridges/freezers and pianos! sooooo. guess i'll have to pull out the binoculars and night vision goggles to get busy on my own!!!</p> <p>anyone else have this time to look forward to?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=757#post-12400 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 18:18:14 +0000 tricia 12400@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I plan to do a little junking this weekend. I thought I'd organize a little, I have limited time and $. What are the top five on your list? Mine are l. glass Christmas ornaments, 2. old pie crimpers or birds 3. tea cups and saucers 4. tea pots 5. Depression glass</p> <p>But, you never know what one will find... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=758#post-12401 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 18:34:46 +0000 robolady 12401@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just got back from my 7 day trip to the Junk Bonanza. I extended my trip a few days to take in some of the area junking towns. I'll be blogging about it all week, come on the journey with me.<br /> <a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=22#post-99 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 11:46:38 +0000 nebrjunk456 99@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is a trip I took in September 2008 at the Nebraska Junk Jaunt. Great prices, incredible adventure, extreme junking for the only the most passionate and hardiest junkers. We spent three days junking, enjoy the slideshow I made of the trip. </p> <p>Link temporarily unavailable, Please check back later </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=715#post-11856 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 08:17:51 +0000 tricia 11856@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The post Punch cup ideas needed by cow palace got me to thinking about using punch cups for tree ornaments. Every year our library puts up trees with the same bulb ornaments. I think it would be fun to put up some unique trees that would draw people to come and see..Any other ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=756#post-12383 Tue, 22 Sep 2009 13:09:36 +0000 rasslinmama 12383@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Last Saturday, five of my GF's and me attended the Junk Bonanza in Shakopee, MN--we had a blast and came home with a van full of great goodies. It was all the very best treasures in one place, featuring the great imaginations and skills of fellow junkers. Everywhere you turned, you were greeted by enthusiastic crowds and beautiful items. I even made a new friend when we bumped into each others tata's. Thank so much to those who organized this event and, especially to those vendors who participated. We can't wait for next years show!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=754#post-12343 Mon, 21 Sep 2009 21:04:50 +0000 junxtaposition 12343@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>well...........i went, i saw, i conquered !!...well not sure about conquered..i think this show maybe conquered me !! this was the MOST awsomest show i have ever been to.<br /> i felt so inclined to share my pictures that i finally started my blog. so take a look and see what you all missed !!! think about next year..worth the trip !<br /> <a href="http://junxtaposition.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://junxtaposition.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=750#post-12297 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 19:46:15 +0000 gigi 12297@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>hope it posts the pic! wonderful story with this piece, the lady has had it for about 3 yrs, her brother sent it to her from the south after she had open heart surgery. she's since painted it several times, it stands about 4-5 ft tall in her front yard and i fell in love with it...moreso adorable in person, too!! and the lady is an absolute sweetheart, too!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=748#post-12286 Sun, 20 Sep 2009 13:46:42 +0000 momlvcntrt 12286@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>what was the outcome of that . i was either at the beach or in the hospital. someone fill me in or direct me in the right direction. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=745#post-12252 Fri, 18 Sep 2009 07:57:06 +0000 huggybear38 12252@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here is our famous 3-way... we never get tired of these....</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=746#post-12275 Fri, 18 Sep 2009 18:59:41 +0000 cowpalace 12275@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was in a lighting store today and saw this picture of a duck wrapped in duck tape and immediately thought of red.neck.chic, our own Duck Tape Queen. Here's to you, redneckchic!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=661#post-10735 Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:15:11 +0000 Blossom Lane 10735@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Visited my favorite consignment store today and had my suspicions confirmed. The prices of the items at this store have taken a drastic leap over the summer. </p> <p>What originally drew me to this store? Slightly higher than yard sale pricing on most items...sans ultra antiquities. Now, the prices are climbing higher for "lesser" items. Our antique mall items are priced more reasonably. </p> <p>I will stop lamenting. I did buy a few reasonable items. Also found some this past weekend... at a local flea market. </p> <p>Found: Primitive angel picture/ cottage-style floral portrait---I painted frame white/ chandelier I painted black (looking for 25 watt faux wax bulbs), oak shelf with silver racks/ vintage biscuit canisters with wooden tops/French soap dispenser and tumbler/three tin and glass door knob hangers/ pair of green embroidered pillow cases/ green embroidered dresser set/beautiful crystal bowl with silverplate rim/ plastic Indian corn, gourds, and pumpkins/white mail organizer with drawer/primitive bumble bee rag doll with dress and tulle wings. </p> <p>Finding items that you think (no way to be sure in this business) will sell has become very gratifying. I think I've been bit by the "thrill of the hunt" bug.</p> <p>I resisted buying half a dozen items that were wonderful but left me very little room for any profit margin. Rats!</p> <p>Learning the ins and outs of the resale business is somewhat challenging. It is also interesting and even enjoyable...as long as I stay in the black! ; ) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=674#post-11017 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 11:36:32 +0000 chiccottagejunk 11017@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>When is it time to actually buy the pumpkins, gourds &#38; corn for fall crafts? Some of the items I'm planning in my head for fall craft shows could involve them, but I hate to buy too early for fear that they will rot. My dad used to grow all three for his roadside stand and I remember the tiny gourds &#38; miniature indian corn lasting pretty much all fall if it wasn't too hot. The pumpkins seemed to last a while as well as long as they weren't carved.</p> <p>Does anyone have any suggestions? I have a two-day show mid Sept, one Oct 4, one Oct 17, and then Nov 28. For the three later shows, I'll buy the fall veggies later, of course. I'm in Michigan where it's a bit cooler than a lot of you gals down south &#38; out west. Do you think if I use the P &#38; G &#38; IC for the mid Sept show they will rot before the buyers get there $$ worth?</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=744#post-12241 Fri, 18 Sep 2009 04:44:05 +0000 huggybear38 12241@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here is one of the Time Out Dolls that I use to make, made 50 of them one year and sold them all.. paid for my xmas and then some.. just thought I would share with you.. most of the folks who bought them still have them in their home.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=739#post-12185 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 05:32:57 +0000 junxtaposition 12185@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>leaving for the country living fair in columbus !!! hope i come home many dollars richer !!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=743#post-12205 Thu, 17 Sep 2009 09:58:01 +0000 huggybear38 12205@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was checking out some free patterns for crocheting when I came across the leasure Art web site.. and they had all these patterns for indoor fountains... I thought I would try and share some of the pics with you guys, as clever as you all are.. you can make these without the patterns..and using Junk..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=732#post-12103 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:29:24 +0000 junxtaposition 12103@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>thanks for all your great scarecrow ideas...turns out we won first prize !!!! woo hoo...!!! lots of good competition though! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=735#post-12152 Tue, 15 Sep 2009 22:04:45 +0000 The Farmers Wife 12152@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The trailer is FULL, the Trailblazer is FULL, my mother's Explorer is FULL...can only mean one thing --- JUNK BONANZA!!!!! In just five hours I will be headed north!! Can't wait to meet all of you there!!!!!!!!! I will be looking for the orange ribbons!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=736#post-12159 Wed, 16 Sep 2009 06:21:54 +0000 jillruth 12159@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found some great printer's blocks from a guy on Craig's List. Thought you all would like them too. I picked out about 4-5 sets of each.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=417#post-5698 Tue, 26 May 2009 06:17:09 +0000 Frenchjunker 5698@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi all,</p> <p>just came across a couple of quotes and thought that they really fit this forum :-)</p> <p>"Logic will get you from A to B. Imagination will take you everywhere." (Albert Einstein)</p> <p>"To invent, you need good imagination and a pile of junk."<br /> (Thomas Edison)</p> <p>How about you - do you know any famous junk-lovers? Let's hear what they have to say! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=725#post-12001 Fri, 11 Sep 2009 06:55:20 +0000 huggybear38 12001@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I won this mirror at my auction and it has a slight chip.. it is about 48&quot; long and heavy.. it is really pretty in person.. needs to be cleaned some and touch up on the chip..do any of you have any ideas on how to touch up this chip so that is does not show very much.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=734#post-12126 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 17:37:03 +0000 cowpalace 12126@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just returned from Hobby Lobby and they have the CRICUT Expression on sale for $279.99. Every price online was $400 or more. I think the sale is only good thru Saturday, so if you want/need one, race to Hobby Lobby!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=729#post-12057 Sat, 12 Sep 2009 14:06:16 +0000 LuAnn 12057@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I attended an estate auction today and could not believe how inexpensively items were going for. I picked up 7 vintage McCoy plantars for $5.00 each--what a steal. Also won the bid for a large ziploc bag of silver flatware along with an ornate silver tray for $5.00--another steal. I passed up alot of items.<br /> There was alot of great antiques and vintage items-furniture included. I don't think any item went for more than $50.00 and alot of others had not interest in and did not sell. </p> <p>It has to be a sign of the times--things going cheap or not selling. It's a buyers market out there. Difficult to make money if you're the seller. I don't usually sell my pieces. I keep them to use around the house. Running out of room to store what's not being displayed and out of room to show off. Such a dilemma-lol. </p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=721#post-11912 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:56:00 +0000 Lorene 11912@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Anyone going to Brimfield this weekend? I'm heading over on Sunday morning (the last day). I've only been there once before and only for about an hour. Any tips being that it will be the last day? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=728#post-12055 Sat, 12 Sep 2009 10:59:34 +0000 huggybear38 12055@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Bellevue, Kentucky is having their Art show today in the park on the river... I will try and get some pics to post for you all.. I did a quick drive by as I went to store to get makings for french toast and saw they had several booths already set up and folks aready there.. looked like a lot of art work (duh) it is an art show... but other things too.. pottery, etc.. Will try to post some pics for future use for any one here.. Now have to get that Grandson in gear and away from TV movie he is watching so we can go.. Huggy </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=733#post-12104 Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:33:49 +0000 junxtaposition 12104@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>why cant i ever add photos right?? mine never seem to show up, they only show a link..what am i doing wrong?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=723#post-11964 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 12:49:23 +0000 Leveta 11964@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Yellowbanks is having there anual craft fest and fleamarket this coming weekend at Selvin,Ind. It's near Dale, Ind. Lots of crafts and things... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=707#post-11708 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 19:29:54 +0000 chiccottagejunk 11708@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have you ever gotten that phone call from a child that starts out likes this ...</p> <p>&quot;Mom, I'm gonna be ok so don't freak&quot;. Yup, I got that one today. My oldest (three weeks shy of 28) called me from the emergency room this morning and started the conversation with the previous line. Of course, as a mother, I had to freak just because he told me not to. Actually, I didn't freak, but I knew it was going to be bad. He was wake boarding this morning when he &quot;bit it&quot; or &quot;wiped out&quot; or &quot;biffed&quot;. Whatever you want to call it, it wasn't good.</p> <p>While falling, he hit his forearm on his knee - and you guessed it - he broke his arm. Not a fracture - broke it all the way through. Not a clean break - a bad break. A jagged break. So, they put him out to set it and then put on a pretty white cast. That will hold him until next week when he will ultimately have surgery to put a shiny new plate in his arm. Not to freak, mind you, just the typical phone call a mother might get from a 28 year old who likes extreme sports. </p> <p>This, on the heals of more family drama that I can handle right now...Robelyn - cleaning your junkin' area DOES sound like a vacation now!</p> <p>Sue</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=730#post-12076 Sun, 13 Sep 2009 07:29:09 +0000 Ki 12076@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The Junk Bonanza is almost here! I have been a little busy lately. It is sorta like planning a wedding for 10,000 folks! Yikes! </p> <p>Two days ago I got a surprise call from Nancy Soriano, former editor-in-chief of Country Living Mag, and Jo Packham editor-in-chief of Where Women Create and they are flying in to visit the Bonanza! (I have never met Nancy or Jo.) Oh my, I really need to be on my toes! They will be shopping the Bonanza on Thurs.,Sept. 17 and at the blog party to visit with everyone at 1 PM. Junk Bonanza,Canterbury Park Shakopee MN (just outside MPLS)</p> <p>Be sure to wear your orange ribbon...so we know you are a member of the Revolution! Can't wait to meet everyone!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=727#post-12038 Fri, 11 Sep 2009 19:48:52 +0000 Junkyjen 12038@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi! I have been lurking for awhile and just wanted to introduce myself. I am a 40 year old wife, mother to 1, special ed teacher, and a Junk Junk-E. My DH bought me the old post office in our small town in NE Arkansas. (about 40 miles from Memphis, TN) I opened my own little flea market called Small Town Treasures. Since school has started back I am only open on Friday evenings and by appointment. I sell a little bit of everything. I have enjoyed reading all your posts and business ideas. I will try to post a few pictures of the inside of my store. I really enjoy the pics of everyones creations and &quot;finds&quot;. Tomorrow is my &quot;therapy&quot; day, I will be out on the hunt for new treasure.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=726#post-12008 Fri, 11 Sep 2009 10:19:24 +0000 huggybear38 12008@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here are the five wine bottle holders I won at auction.. got all five of them for total of $14.00 They will need a little touch up or keep at shabby chic. I bought them for my daughter who is the crafter and junker.. She and her husband have a big wine party every year and I thought these would just add a nice touch to the party..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=722#post-11921 Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:37:10 +0000 The Farmers Wife 11921@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hopefully, this picture uploads!!! Anyway - these are PRETTY rusty, but I like them!! What does everybody else think? They are at an auction tomorrow night. If I get them, I was htinking of bringing them to Bonanza...but I wanted some feedback first!!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=714#post-11825 Sun, 06 Sep 2009 13:26:49 +0000 tricia 11825@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>How did your garden grow? It was a good year for garden produce. I have an excess of tomatoes. I have canned several dozen jars, given them away (there are takers if you will deliver) and we have enjoyed every possible way to serve them fresh. And still I have dozens on the vine. My husband pulled up my zuchinni, they were admittingly out of control. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=724#post-11975 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 20:31:46 +0000 cowpalace 11975@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone made a shotgun shell wreath? I've seen pictures, but not close enough to see how they are put together. I've got a TON of shotgun shells I want to put to good use. It's dove season and the hunters are dropping them faster than I can pick them up!! :&gt;) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=705#post-11668 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 06:58:10 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 11668@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>im on facebook now....its mostly with folks my kids age....I WOULD LOVE TO HAVE SOME FRIENDS OVER 40!!!!!!hint hint...<br /> its kind of fun... i have a personal ann burton wootten furnivall and a greenoak fan page green oak antiques.....<br /> there is some crazy stuff on there..<br /> ..i havent found any junk communities yet....or my college roommates... but its interesting..<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=401#post-5488 Sat, 16 May 2009 22:41:15 +0000 tricia 5488@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>what do you think of gifting finds? I thought I would be on the look out for some special finds for gifts this year. I would not pretend it was new: but find things that added to their collections and interests. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=711#post-11814 Sun, 06 Sep 2009 06:40:05 +0000 gigi 11814@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>with your recent purchase of the singer sewing machine. </p> <p>i started thinking what do i have that i want to pass on to my daughters or other members, eventually.<br /> then, i realized that there's a difference (if only in my mind) as to what "originally" started out as mine (like a direct purchase of a new item) and what is my adopted pieces. (hope that makes sense!?)</p> <p>i have maybe a few items that mean something wonderful to me. an old barn siding type bookcase, an oak secretary, a few necklaces and rings, a box i made in junior high wood shop :) lol, most precious is my collection of love letters from their dad. other than those, i really can't think of much else.</p> <p>now, if it's adopted pieces...i have a 1920's bedroom suite, old medals &#38; money from the war, vintage mirrors, old costume jewelry from relatives with pictures of the people wearing them and maybe a few other items.</p> <p>most important and precious to me would be the letters from their dad and i (in the beginnings of our romance) it shows a side to both of us that i don't think they get to see very often...a special, intimate, closeness side to us as a couple...they usually see dad and mom (i can envision them rolling eyes and sighing that teenage sigh)</p> <p>what do you have that you will pass on.</p> <p>(KI....I THINK WE ALL WOULD LOVE TO HEAR YOUR ANSWER FOR THIS QUESTION!!) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=719#post-11878 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 14:29:50 +0000 SecondHandRosie 11878@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Got this at the same junk place yesterday. DH took one look at it and said, &quot;Uh, Sweetheart, I don't think you'll ever get that cleaned up enough for it to hold paint.&quot; (I nearly hyperventilated! I thought he understood me better than anyone else in the world! LOL)</p> <p>Anyway, here it is, in all it's old, patina glory! I dry wiped it off, gonna shoot a coat of protectant on it so that all the good stuff will never rub off. Buy a roll of tape that fits and I've got a great new toy!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=717#post-11874 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 14:05:10 +0000 SecondHandRosie 11874@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Bought a Wal-Mart sack FULL of metal letter and number stencils yesterday at a little junk shop. There are probably ten different sets and NONE of the sets have all 26 letters in them! LOL</p> <p>I've come up with this for one idea to use them. After I took the photo I scooted the letters down more toward the middle. (Realized that they were flying....) Plan on driving little rusty nails into the boards to hold keys.</p> <p>Thought it would be a cute idea for a cabin or some place really rustic. What do you think?</p> <p>What are some ideas that you can think of to use these stencils? Besides the obvious, I mean! LOL</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=716#post-11869 Mon, 07 Sep 2009 10:18:24 +0000 Meadowview Farm 11869@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As I was racing at 50mph to my favorite row of vendors at the Trader's Market in Minnesota on Saturday --- my feet came to an abrupt hault when I saw her on the ground under a table.</p> <p>Best price later, she was tucked under my arm and on I went. Stopped again just a booth down by two tilted heads and then a beautiful Danish accent, &quot;looks like a Carl Larsson&quot;.</p> <p>And yes, she is. Not only had I found this wonderful sketch -- beautifully framed (frame doesn't show in picture)...but I was to discover this wonderful Swedish artist who lived when our home was built in the mid-1800's. Felt quite destined to find him &#38; his home, his orchard, his charming watercolor detail...like an old friend just waiting.</p> <p>She has come home to Meadowview Farm -- think Carl would like that.<br /> Kari</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=706#post-11696 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 14:26:12 +0000 robolady 11696@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If you are going to the Junk bonanza, be sure to hop over to Ki's blog and sign up that you will be at the Blog Party.</p> <p>Also, wear an orange ribbon somewhere on yourself, to designate that you are a MB member.</p> <p><a href="http://junkcamp.blogspot.com/2009/09/bonanza-blog-party.html" rel="nofollow">http://junkcamp.blogspot.com/2009/09/bonanza-blog-party.html</a></p> <p>Ki will be keeping a list of everyone who signs up and it will be on her side bar. So if you have a blog be sure to let her know the blog address (in your reply) so she can link to it. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=679#post-11131 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 13:08:32 +0000 Leveta 11131@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As anyone ever tried putting a light coat on stain on glass to make the object under the glass look old??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=712#post-11820 Sun, 06 Sep 2009 12:57:54 +0000 VanessaKae 11820@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I usually don't buy too many furniture pieces, but when I walked into the thrift store last week and saw this cabinet I couldn't pass it up. Now, this is the store that usually has higher prices. I almost didn't even bother looking. It drew me in and I had to go take a look. The tag said $25 &quot;as is.&quot; Hmmmm....Okay, so it is missing the two doors. The toile &quot;curtain&quot; is nice, though. Also gone is the &quot;floor&quot; in the upper left side and a knob on the bottom drawer. I decided it was still worth $25, paid for it and called my husband to come help me haul it home.</p> <p>Here is my plan: Cut a board for the floor. Cover the board with some old sheet music instead of worrying about matching the stain. Remove both knobs from the top drawer and use on in the bottom drawer. Use some old lace threaded through the wholes as a &quot;pull&quot; for the top drawer. Take it to my booth and make a profit!</p> <p>What do you think? Did I pay a fair price? I know some would paint it, but I really do like the beauty of the wood. It is in good shape with no scuffs or scratches. Is it okay to just leave the upper left side open? I think it will make a nice display area. </p> <p>Sorry this post is so long. I really should have made two posts. Oh, well. The next piece (pics are probably switched around) is just an old wooden shelf. I paid $5 for it at a local junk store. You can see that most of the paint is worn off. Am I crazy to like it that way? I really think I am going to leave it &quot;as is&quot; for now. I'll put it in my booth with a fall display. If it doesn't sell I may bring it back home and paint it a pretty robin's egg blue. </p> <p>I would love to hear your ideas on these two pieces! Thanks!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=713#post-11821 Sun, 06 Sep 2009 13:10:22 +0000 tricia 11821@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Farmgirl said she had 5 sets of dishes. I too have five and would have more, but for lack of storage. I have a china set given as a wedding gift(rarely used), a stoneware that we use for barbeques and dinners, a corelle, for breakfast and lunches, a blue and white print ceramic set($7 at a sale) that we use for Chinese and a Snowman set. My son recently moved back from CA to go to grad school and I tried to give him some of the corelle, and he turned down my offer.(wasn't his style). I was, able to find a great deal of things in my cupboards and storeroom for setting up his apartment. A kind neighbor who was cleaning out his dad's estate brought him a few pieces of furniture. I love dishes, but I really can't justify buying another set, even at a bargain prices. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=709#post-11750 Fri, 04 Sep 2009 17:39:13 +0000 paintwife 11750@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>DH and I went to some sales today and I spotted this had to have sewing machine. It'a an old still working Singer Treadle machine, beautiful oak cabinet. It included a bazillion attachments in the coolest fold out box and had extra needles (in wooden &#38; metal cases)in the drawer. It also came with the original instruction booklet for all the attachments. The lady wanted $45.00 Firm which I promptly handed over after we got it loaded in my truck DH says he thought it was a liitle steep. I bought it to keep, but think it would sell for more. Settle this for me ladies, was $45.00 too much?</p> <p>Linda</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=703#post-11637 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 16:44:58 +0000 bluejean 11637@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>With so many creative people on this site I thought it would be fun to share where we create.<br /> My big construction stuff is done on my workbench in my garage, but I also have a craft/sewing closet in my living room.<br /> Here are some pictures.<br /> I put a hutch in first and then added storage drawers (from the Container Store) on top. I then added glass jars (that hold some of my sewing notions), a red caddy turned side ways (more sewing treasures) and a beer container also turned on its side to hold my paint. An old pitcher holds my brushes. I have a shelf above where I have baskets and vintage cash boxes. Below in the hutch I have enamel bins with lids and baskets for more storage.<br /> It is all at my fingers tips and I can easily close the doors when I need to, to hide everything.<br /> Where do you create?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=688#post-11320 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 09:32:04 +0000 cowpalace 11320@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have a ton of mismatched clear glass punch cups. Any ideas on how to reuse/repurpose them? Some have cut designs on them, some are plain glass, all have a handle. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=702#post-11634 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 15:33:18 +0000 farmgirl 11634@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I need ideas for my island. We cut our big eat-in island in half. Now we have a and old table which I love. The remaining island is 54 inches by 24 inches. I could us laminate for the top or butcher block. I think porcelain (like a hoosier cabinet) would be great but I have no idea where to find that. Any ideas or help would be greatly appreciated. Lori in WI </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=685#post-11236 Wed, 26 Aug 2009 09:31:46 +0000 christinescottagegardenhome 11236@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I recently bought new patio furniture and my old redwood table really looked old and tattered next to the new stuff, so I went to the home depot and bought 4 ceramic floor tiles for only 99 cents each and glued them to the table base ( I had to cut it down to size) with construction adhesive. Grouted the center seams and I think it turned out great. I also painted the base black so it would look nicer. What do you think?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=686#post-11242 Wed, 26 Aug 2009 09:52:30 +0000 Lorene 11242@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Wow. After poking around this site I found the What's Up page. In the picture w/ the squirrel is what looks like a painting of a woman (Mary?) and child. I have an original oil painting at home w/ handwriting on the back. It is very similar (if not the same) of this one. If I remember correctly it's dated in the early 40's. Can anyone tell me anything about this painting? Worth? I will go home and get more info and take pictures to post.</p> <p>Thanks. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=699#post-11609 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 07:11:15 +0000 huggybear38 11609@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As you all know I am a auction junkie and this is my latest bidding item... and it comes with legs</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=701#post-11624 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 09:11:22 +0000 robolady 11624@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well I did it, I ordered my 25 copies of Flea Market Style to sell in my booth, when it comes out. I can't wait.<br /> If you want info on how to order, just email me and I'll forward it to you.<br /> <a href="mailto:robolady@hotmail.com">robolady@hotmail.com</a></p> <p>Note: this is only for ordering 25 copies or more for re-sale. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=662#post-11622 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 09:08:12 +0000 robolady 11622@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was talking to Ki yesterday, and she said the brown might be hard to see. She suggested we all pin an orange flag to our butts like they do on bicycles. :)</p> <p>Well I don't think that will happen, but I do think we need something to identify us. Ki is making a post later today on her blog about "who is coming" be sure to check it out and sign up at the bottom so we'll have some sort of list.</p> <p>Maybe we should make it a bright orange ribbon, what do you girls think? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=698#post-11576 Tue, 01 Sep 2009 09:22:46 +0000 huggybear38 11576@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just wanted to post a pic to let you all see what we will here where I live see this weekend.. We will be at my neices house and she has a pool and good food and great company... then at night this is what we will see.. Hope you all have a great Labor Day weekend and enjoy the beautiful weather..<br /> Huggy</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=696#post-11461 Sat, 29 Aug 2009 12:08:49 +0000 Leveta 11461@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is my first flower arrangment ever...I bought the teapot for 2.50 this past winter...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=501#post-7224 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 19:01:48 +0000 chiccottagejunk 7224@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm going to be starting on my fall/holiday craft show inventory and I'm just wondering what is really hot and moving in your booth these days. I sell a lot of Shabby Chic pink/white/robing's egg blue stuff along with a number of one-of-a-kind odds and ends. I'd really like some unique stuff for our area and wondering if you gals might be able to help me.</p> <p>Any ideas?</p> <p>Thanks - Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=684#post-11205 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 20:10:17 +0000 lovetogarden46 11205@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hope you like the new bird feeders. I'm really addicted!! Thanks for looking.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=691#post-11369 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 23:49:31 +0000 Blossom Lane 11369@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I recently ordered a book of early 1900's reproduction Halloween post cards. I used glitter glue on many of them tonight. Tomorrow, I plan to frame some of them and take them to my booth. </p> <p>Does anyone have any clever ideas--besides framing--for displaying post cards?</p> <p>Thanks, </p> <p>Greta</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=310#post-3941 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 14:50:11 +0000 Ki 3941@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Emma at Midwest Living Magazine called me today to get the scoop on some of my favorite Midwest antique towns or trails for an upcoming issue. I explained to her that Junk Revolution members are the best when it comes to antiquing and junking tips and I'd ask you about your fav spots and why you love them. Must be in the Midwest and be the kind of place you would love to go with your girlfriends or antiquing partner. The more shops in the area the better. They are planning on including Walnut Iowa, so if you want to tell us why you like Walnut...go for it. Of course they have a tight deadline so rattle on! Oh, and they may mention your name!</p> <p>Peace,<br /> Ki </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=693#post-11422 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 18:37:08 +0000 gigi 11422@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>is it just me or are there more junkers out there that "hurt" themselves somehow in about every project they take on!! </p> <p>innocently enough removing handles from old silverware...actually hard plastic like a prism/crystal with a silver tip..put main section in the vice and held onto other with flat pliers...would you know that doggone thing slipped off and i pinched my pointer finger up close to my palm and it is black and blue, already!!!<br /> i figure that i'm done playing for the night!!</p> <p>and this may be why husband hides the power tools from me...lol ;}</p> <p>oh by the way, the prism like ends are about 1/2 inch wide and have no holes, i'd like to hang them on chimes, etc...any good ideas on making holes...regular drill?? nail and hammer may break them. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=563#post-8646 Fri, 24 Jul 2009 11:28:49 +0000 xwafflesx 8646@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello everyone! I am new here and just joined but have been reading for a few weeks. I picked up this great old suitcase today for $3. I am wondering what all the straps and snap closures are for on the inside? Anyone have any idea or any idea how old it is?</p> <p>Thank you!<br /> Meagan</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=697#post-11467 Sat, 29 Aug 2009 13:11:35 +0000 SecondHandRosie 11467@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Bought this at a garage sale this morning. The lady said that it is half of an old weathervane. It is heavy! She had told me that it was from a house being demolished. Didn't have my glasses with me (dumb move!) and when I got home and looked at the back of it it said, Mexico! LOL Oh well.......</p> <p>Anybody give me an idea as to what to price it? Thanks, I'm just wanting some ballpark ideas.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=694#post-11438 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 20:29:34 +0000 cowpalace 11438@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Someone mentioned a good place to shop in Lampasas, Texas---redneckchic??---but I can't remember the name of the shop! I'm going to Lampasas tomorrow and want to check it out. Does anyone remember the name of the shop? Help! I did a search but came up with zero. :&gt;( </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=690#post-11360 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 17:36:44 +0000 Leveta 11360@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Do you think that when you push yourself to do cause time is getting short that you have to take a day off once in awhile... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=356#post-4739 Sun, 26 Apr 2009 06:55:33 +0000 chiccottagejunk 4739@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I love your dog beds (have been a fan since they were in the mag a couple of years ago) I am getting ready to repurpose about 1/2 dozen of my suitcases into pet beds for a craft show. I was wondering about a safety issue. Do you put some type of hook and chain on the lid to keep it from crashing down on the dear dog while he moves around to get comfy in his new digs? Maybe I'm being overly cautious...</p> <p>Thanks,<br /> Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=692#post-11378 Fri, 28 Aug 2009 07:32:04 +0000 Lorene 11378@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I never know how much to list items for when I'm ready to part w/ them. </p> <p>I purchased this set of vintage mushroom baby figurines. I can't find any information on them anywhere online. Do you have a suggestion of how much I should list them for?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=665#post-10842 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 21:48:33 +0000 christinescottagegardenhome 10842@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I recently watched the Oprah Whinfrey show where she had Nate redecorate an outdated country home. I love what he did, but does anyone else feel like country decorating gets a bad rap. I think country can be very beautiful. No one on those decorating shows ever do country. They make me feel like country is less than, or .. I don't know. Like country isn't good enough and all the other styles are better than it. Does any one understand what I'm trying to say! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=689#post-11333 Thu, 27 Aug 2009 10:53:18 +0000 Breznlin 11333@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My best flea market find was not junk but a 100% genuine Coach wristlet.......for $1. I had made a purchase from this woman and was leaving her area when I happened to look in a bowl on the end of the table and low and behold, there it was....a nice red fabric and brown leather wristlet. I picked it up it and it was in perfect condition and almost fell over when she said $1. I normally will not ask a price on something if it is not marked unless I am definitely interested. This was definitely my best flea market find!!!! Linda </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=678#post-11113 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 11:01:01 +0000 Leveta 11113@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here is a pic of some that dried early...The colors havn't set yet. Thats why they look a little dull...Once the corn itself drys the color will vibrent(sp)...</p> <p> </p> <p>If you click on it the pic it will get bigger so you can see more detail... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=499#post-7183 Wed, 08 Jul 2009 08:24:01 +0000 Ki 7183@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Thanks to Junk Revolution member, Sue (chiccottagejunk), and her inspiration for a traveling junk experiment the box of good junk is on the road! </p> <p>I packed up a small box with an eclectic assortment of my favorite junk treasures and mailed it to the first of 12 folks that signed up. Each will pick one junk item and replace with one of their favs and forward the box to the next person on the list. For the participants that are camera savy, I'm hoping to see the items they pick along with a photo of themselves..however not mandatory... under this topic.</p> <p>I had a little set back during the packing process...Chuck, my Boy Scout mascot did not fit in the box and had to stay home. I promised him that next time we will go with the larger box to insure he can ride along.</p> <p>Can't wait to see what folks pick! If all goes well, we will start up a new Sisterhood of the Traveling Junk soon!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=657#post-10677 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 10:25:19 +0000 thehillbillies 10677@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As I am the last one on the Sisterhood of Traveling Junk, what address should I use to send Ki the box of goodies?</p> <p>Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=687#post-11266 Wed, 26 Aug 2009 14:37:08 +0000 gigi 11266@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>took old mailbox, primed-painted and tried to paint a snail on it, that is it's eyes on top NOT antlers...lol :)<br /> thought about putting greenery out the top but then no one would really use it...and i did make it for real usage.<br /> does it look ok as is???</p> <p>crossing fingers that pic takes!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=606#post-9593 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 15:11:36 +0000 lovetogarden46 9593@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hope I don't bore you but I had to share. thanks.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=658#post-10703 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 19:23:12 +0000 Ki 10703@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Flea Market Style mag blog has launched! It has been an amazing trip so far! The Flea Market Style team (Flea Marketeers) have been working like crazy to put together a behind the scenes peek at the making of a magazine. You may have to wait till early spring 2010 to hold it in your hands, but you can ride along with us while we make it happen! Check it out!<br /> <a href="http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://fleamarketstylemag.blogspot.com/</a><br /> Peace,<br /> Ki </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=681#post-11178 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 09:23:38 +0000 chiccottagejunk 11178@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm cleaning out make-up drawer and need to toss a lot of stuff. I know I can use blush for, well, for putting rosy cheeks on snowmen when I paint them. Any ideas for eye color or lipstick or should I toss them all?</p> <p>Frugal me...still not wanting to throw anything out...</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=631#post-10173 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 18:51:38 +0000 Sommers Breeze Antiques 10173@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So, I joined in today and tried to get a sense of the comings and going. I can tell you are a group of wonderful people! So I thought I would give you a bed time story. You fill in the blanks with your name because I can tell it is suiting for about anyone here..:snicker: I Know, I know, It ’s the whole 12 year old in me, she never leaves me alone!<br /> Get your jimmies on and wash behind your ears and get settled in it ’s story time.</p> <p>~ The Perfectly Orderly House~</p> <p>Part One:</p> <p>There was a woman named, _{Your Name Here}____________ who lived in a small bit of a house. The house would have been just right, for she was a small bit of a woman, except she could throw nothing away. “For,” she said, “what you throw away today, you’ll surely need tomorrow. And she was right. Except at last the house was so crowded that, __{_____}_____ couldn’t find a thing she needed.<br /> One day __{_______}__ cried, “It takes me so long hunting for what I’ve saved, I never get anything done. I never have time for a party. I need a more orderly house.” _{______}__ thought a bit. The __{______}____ said, “There is nothing more orderly than the alphabet. Everything I have begins with one letter or another. I’ll just put it all in the order of the ABC’s.” So __{__________}__ Arranged everything in her closet and cupboard and icebox. Aprons, Blouses, Coats,. Bowls, Cups, Dinner plates. Eggs, Fudge, Garlic. And so she did with everything else in the house. But though it was orderly, she couldn’t always get at what she wanted. One day___{________}__ cried, “I need my quilt, but it’s under the piano. This won’t do! I need a big house with all the rooms in the order of the alphabet. Everything that starts with A will go in the A room everything that starts with B will go into the B room. That will be orderly.” _{________}_____ called her JR friend whom was creative and crafty and asked her to help build her a perfectly orderly house. “First room first, JR Friend she told her. “Start here beside the fence and build the Attic.”</p> <p>Continued at another time:</p> <p>Fine print: Altered as to not breach any copy right infringement.. I Hope.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=683#post-11193 Tue, 25 Aug 2009 15:55:16 +0000 Blossom Lane 11193@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I hope this picture posts and is not too distorted. It is quite a wonderful way to use cheap stemmed glasses and decently cheap silver trays.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=672#post-10977 Sat, 22 Aug 2009 19:36:58 +0000 SecondHandRosie 10977@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have several neat/funny old black and white snapshots that I would like to add "appropriate" captions to. I'd like some way that would really funk them up a little. My handwriting is not great and I don't feel like just writing on a slip of paper and framing it with the photo is what I want. Had thought about using a good size and font and do them on the computer, but that might not look too great, either. Scrabble letters? No, they would take up waaay too much room if the caption was longer than a word, or two.</p> <p>Any suggestions? Put your thinking caps on, Ladies! TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=668#post-10934 Sat, 22 Aug 2009 12:52:26 +0000 Meadowview Farm 10934@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We commissioned a wonderful artist in Minnesota (where else?) to paint several signs for our farm. When we picked them up, we "adopted" four painted chairs for our kitchen too!</p> <p>The sign is made from a door panel -- if you look close, you can see where the hardware was/is. The other side is totally different.<br /> Love it. Sue sells at Buffalo Nickel in Buffalo, Minnesota!</p> <p>Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=663#post-10807 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 16:54:19 +0000 Meadowview Farm 10807@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So -- having a block, in a "whatever mood" -- needing some good old inspiration... So, where do you find your inpiration when you need it??<br /> Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=393#post-5380 Wed, 13 May 2009 15:14:38 +0000 The Chateau of Remnants 5380@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This was my daughters twin bed.. now my bench :0</p> <p>I new I had an idea of what I wanted but, not sure how it would look. But, I feel in love with after we where finished! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=666#post-10862 Fri, 21 Aug 2009 11:08:10 +0000 gigi 10862@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>years ago, my mom gave me a plaque about the circle of family. i used to have it hanging but it seemed so "modern and new" compared to everything else in the room, so i temporarily took it down.<br /> today deep cleaning and stumbled upon it, i want to rehang it but.....</p> <p>it's white resin w/raised colored flowers and engraved with the wording...has anyone ever tried to stain resin? i want to age it but am afraid i'll ruin it if done wrong!! i'd like it to be very lightly stained....is it possible to mix stain w/another product to get the effect? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=676#post-11061 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 21:13:15 +0000 robolady 11061@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I had an interesting thing happen this weekend with a great piece I found at a sale. You can read all about hit on my blog. too long to re-post<br /> <a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/2009/08/junking-adventures-one-that-got-away.html" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/2009/08/junking-adventures-one-that-got-away.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=677#post-11078 Mon, 24 Aug 2009 07:43:05 +0000 chiccottagejunk 11078@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Robelyn - I know you've got the beige canopy for your shows - do you mind if I pick your brain as to where you got it and how much $$ you paid for it? I've got a blue one - not the color I wanted and real cheap. </p> <p>My husband and I bought a nicer blue one with two sides at Cabela's a couple of weeks ago but I keep going back to the white or beige as I think that they just look a little classier. </p> <p>Gals - Where do you find white or beige and how much can I expect to pay? Anyone? Help me before I have to open the new blue one - I think I'd really rather return it...</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=611#post-9729 Thu, 06 Aug 2009 12:22:29 +0000 huggybear 9729@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>These are my little garden friends and my sister angel that sit in my garden.. found most at the Good will store.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=675#post-11024 Sun, 23 Aug 2009 13:45:26 +0000 LuAnn 11024@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have a craft project that required a small amount of paint. Went to the craft stores and found small containers--they were $$ and couldn't find the color I really liked and needed. Needed to go to Home Depot for something else and stopped by the paint department. They had sample size containers (7ozs) and could have colors mixed to what I wanted. Now isn't that great--price is right and multitude of colors to boot!! </p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=234#post-2736 Sat, 07 Mar 2009 15:26:53 +0000 KudzuKween 2736@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>HossFly bought these new at a yard sale a couple years ago, I think $5 or so for all of them. I got tired of picking them up each time I had to weedeat, so now I'm making something out of them. Captured Fairy LANTERNS! gonna be purty! But there's something like 24 or so of these suckers. What would you make?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=673#post-10980 Sat, 22 Aug 2009 20:04:58 +0000 Barncatjunker 10980@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have 3 boxes of unpainted china (porcelin) from my late Grandma (who was an immensely talented china painter but did not pass the gene along to her granddaughter!). Since I am not a painter, does anyone have ideas what to do with it? I have plates, cups, vases, etc. Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=667#post-10908 Sat, 22 Aug 2009 06:29:07 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 10908@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>sorry i tried to send a picture and failed... it says size denied.....so far i cant shrink.... ....anyway, its on my blog under junk art.....<br /> its a sign about junk i bought in ohio and thought of all of us here... junk buddies.....<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=669#post-10939 Sat, 22 Aug 2009 13:04:38 +0000 chiccottagejunk 10939@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have searched past posts and can't seem to locate it... didn't someone post a recipe for speeding up the rusting process? I'd like to make my crib springs more rusty just a little bit faster than putting them outside in the rain ... can anyone help me with the recipe?</p> <p>Thanks!<br /> Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=671#post-10957 Sat, 22 Aug 2009 17:13:01 +0000 huggybear 10957@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We were lucky to get two of these cargo pods from our local airport.. they upgraded all their pods and so they had to get rid of the old ones.. one of my son's friends works at the airport and he was able to get 5 and so we got two of them... we have painted this one and still have some work to do on it.. I want to make it into a cottage looking shed.. with fake windows and flower boxes , we will see..</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=519#post-7618 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 20:16:20 +0000 chiccottagejunk 7618@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've seen some instructions somewhere online for dipping regular night light type bulbs into silicone, twirlling to form a curled tip, and then using in craft projects with the bulbs. Has anyone out there tried making their own?</p> <p>Here's what I'm talking about...<br /> <a href="http://www.batteryoperatedcandles.net/mm5/graphics/00000001/generic-2-silicone-bulbs.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://www.batteryoperatedcandles.net/mm5/graphics/00000001/generic-2-silicone-bulbs.jpg</a></p> <p>Thanks,<br /> Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=648#post-10572 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 08:36:53 +0000 daisytoad 10572@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>With so many different ways to find junk...how do you find yours?</p> <p>Besides the basic curbside, garage sales and auctions...do people call you when they are cleaning out old farmhouses? Do you track down the owners of property that has been left for years? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=651#post-10599 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 20:26:50 +0000 christinescottagegardenhome 10599@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've always seen mirrors in the garden in magazines so I thought I'd try it. I found 2 in the garbage so it doesn't matter if they get ruined by the weather. One was an oval framed mirror I hung on the fence. The other I removed from the frame and leaned under the window box -look closely. What do you think?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=664#post-10814 Thu, 20 Aug 2009 17:56:55 +0000 gigi 10814@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>the post about mirrors in the garden got me thinking about feng shui...and their uses of mirrors, metals, elements, etc to allow chi to flow to and through the home.<br /> do any of you believe in this art or practice it? i think with all the rusty metal, mirror, etc that comes with junking....it would make a very unique feng shui set-up! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=656#post-10675 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 09:49:08 +0000 robolady 10675@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The Bonanza is just 30 days away. This is my one junking treat per year. I rarely travel outside of TX for junk, but this is a can't miss event. I tell everyone it's like a "junkers convention".</p> <p>Who else is gonna be there?</p> <p>Are you coming to the bloggers party?</p> <p>Let's start a list. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=647#post-10565 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 04:58:35 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 10565@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>we went to a big show for stores yesterday.offingers in columbus ohio...a one day show.....a cash and carry...where you bring it home instead of ordering...i saw lots of junk art.... barnwood frames, collage on bottles, fun hanging things with records, cloth stretched on old windows...floral pockets out of old tin.....and remember that great wreath on robomargos blog....made out of old christmas balls? i bought one....i couldnt resist...it was mainly pink shiney brites plus a big fuzzy poinsetta, and some heavy flokking rope..... paid 44$...way to much but i couldnt resist...<br /> i think we are going to try to make them for christmas.....if i can figure how to keep the balls under control! lol... ANY HINTS???<br /> saw lots of lights and lotsof things with blocks..... it was so good to get out...i bought tons of fall for the store....ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=660#post-10718 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 20:55:56 +0000 junxtaposition 10718@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>ok ki...you are making me lose my mind...i know i just saw the post for the blog....i couldnt get on...then it disappeared all together !! now that page says it doesnt exist at all.....i may have lost my mind after all !!! where'd it go??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=655#post-10662 Tue, 18 Aug 2009 05:36:25 +0000 gigi 10662@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>ladies, i have about a dozen of the school chairs seen on the junk bonanza advertisement. mine are light and dark yellow and bright orange......what would you do with them?<br /> earlier had thought about making garden chairs but its kinda getting way past that season.......???? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=650#post-10591 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 16:24:16 +0000 SecondHandRosie 10591@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have had a booth at a local flea market for about three months now. I've sold a lot of stuff - some months more than others, of course. I just realized today when I pulled up in the parking lot and looked around though that most of the customers that we have are older men and women. The men are looking for tools, guns, etc. at a real bargain. The women all seem to be looking for practical things - not a 1950's telephone stand or a lava lamp! LOL</p> <p>Are your things and the venue that you're selling from a match? Keep thinking that I need to move to a larger town that caters more to the college/young married funky thing lovers! LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=629#post-10132 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 15:08:43 +0000 Blossom Lane 10132@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Found this mantle for five dollars. It is not cleaned up yet. My FIL replaced the two bottom (lighter) pieces of trim. One was missing.</p> <p>The piece has significant termite damage on the back.</p> <p>My question for you junksters:</p> <p> 1)Do I sell it "as is" for a thrifty, DIY type of person?<br /> 2)Do I stain the two lighter replacement pieces and sell?<br /> 3)Do I paint it? And if so, what is your color opinion.<br /> 4)What is a reasonable price for such an item. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=654#post-10660 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 23:32:39 +0000 fjerda 10660@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just as we arrived at the Junk Bonanza booth we saw these two people coming along to the booth. Thank goodness those bottles were empty, they would not have been able to carry them. The Pfarkel Sisters had a great time at Oronoco Gold Rush even if the temp. was 90 and so was the dew point. It did not keep us from finding JUNK</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=652#post-10635 Mon, 17 Aug 2009 15:08:44 +0000 Leveta 10635@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What kinda of glue would you use to glue moss onto treebark with??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=574#post-8839 Sun, 26 Jul 2009 07:05:19 +0000 dianeinthevalley 8839@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have seen a few ideas on JR that I would like to make and try to sell (to get back in the game I'm getting itchy) at our local farmer's market. When I log on and read the posts it always feels like we are sitting at the kitchen table with a cup of coffee or tea and just talking about our ideas and what works and what doesn't. I love that and wouldn't want to offend anyone. Where is the point where we stop sharing and start stealing ideas. I've only posted my one garden chair and wouldn't care if anyone wanted to copy it, however if you were right next to me in an antique mall and undercutting.... I've made the silverware windchimes and the garden chairs and I paint a few things but I would like to try the etched mirrors on Margo's site and love the trapped fairies. I've collected all kinds of glassware for totems and teacup birdfeeders. My sister just got a whole box of old watch parts so would like to make the jewelry. We all put our own twists on the things we make and with the materials (junk) we use I think it's hard to copy someones item identically and I wouldn't want to do that nor do I think anyone on this site would. Do you ever see items you had in your booths suddenly show up 2 booths down? I am rambling now, what I really want to know, is it ok to take ideas and make our own versions for profit. Diane </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=188#post-1907 Fri, 20 Feb 2009 10:23:07 +0000 nebrjunk456 1907@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was on my way home from Jim's (in my previous post - &quot;Iowa Has Some Great Places to Junk&quot;). I decided to take a different route home. Guess what, I discovered a great place that had been there for years but my junker nose had not yet sniffed it out until that day. </p> <p>Driving through Merrill, Iowa, a town in which the highway does not go through main street, I caught a glimpse of a red, white, and blue flag with the word &quot;antiques&quot; on it. My heart started racing and made a right turn as fast as I could, went around the block and there were FOUR shops in one block! What was I to do except check it out.</p> <p>Here are a few pics from the trip to wet your whistle with but, if you want to see the rest go to:</p> <p><a href="http://www.daffadowndillys.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.daffadowndillys.blogspot.com</a> </p> <p>What great discovery have you made?</p> <p>Cammie(:</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=643#post-10486 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 21:58:27 +0000 Sommers Breeze Antiques 10486@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>When I buy a box lot of linens, there is always a number of them that end up being stained.<br /> So here is a cleaver idea that allows you to use them up and make good money! Wash, Stitch a saying, starch and iron, leave a bit of thread and the needle on the piece, frame, whaa la!<br /> The stains actually add to the sentiment and charm.<br /> What ideas do you have for them?<br /> Lisa</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=646#post-10500 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 07:58:47 +0000 abby 10500@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Rescued a massive pine cabinet from my family home. It's probably built by my great grandfather. I hadn't seen it for years and arranged to purchase it based on my fond childhood memories. It was much more ornate and lovely in my childhood somehow but it is very sturdy, utilitarian and will function well in my cabin for storage and a room divider. I've gotten as much mold and lead paint off as I dare. I have sanded some, pressure washed some. I'll kilz it to the nth degree and then I am hoping to put a brick/blood red undercoat and a creamy yellow over and expose the red sporadically. The doors in particular are very ridged with the actual grain of the wood and I want to keep those ridges exposed, otherwise I might have stripped it totally and started it again. I'm clueless as far as technique and product. Any suggestions. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=607#post-9620 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 21:18:39 +0000 SecondHandRosie 9620@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>will be next Thursday, Friday and Saturday here in Arkansas. The sale route goes from Beebe, Arkansas to Fort Smith, Arkansas. It's the 10th year for the sale. Haven't been but a couple of times but think I'm psychin' up for this year.</p> <p>I've forgotten how to post a link but it's easily found on several web sites. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=522#post-7734 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 14:30:09 +0000 dhmjr 7734@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm new here so if this has already come up please just point the way. I saw some pictures of some hanging lamps made out of those old glass insulators that used to be on the top of telephone poles. Looked cool to me so I'd like to try it. Just need some advice on how to drill the glass for the cord.<br /> Also looking at making some out of old mason jars. Leaning towards hanging them as well, but would probably have to cut the bottom out to let out the heat?<br /> I have enjoyed the site alot and still have more to read.<br /> Thanks, Doug </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=516#post-7555 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 09:33:38 +0000 thehillbillies 7555@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well- as many of you know, I organized a flea market over the weekend. Was very excited, made a lot of things, finally got out all my treasures I'd been saving for 6 months... got it all packed up... and WOW!!!! it was ugly!</p> <p>I only sold 2 benches at $10.00 a piece. I had 11 vendors, a lot of lookers... but no buyers... I couldn't have asked for a better crowd size wise, but purchasing power was SO not there!!!</p> <p>I felt really bad for my vendors... some went away disgusted, but most left understanding this was the first flea market, and the economy is really taking a toll on us all. </p> <p>I heard a lot of &quot;oh isn't that neat&quot; or &quot;Oh I'd love to put this...&quot; so anyway...</p> <p>Not sure what I'm going to do with all my stuff... maybe try to have a tag sale in the yard? Dunno... but very disappointed!</p> <p>Here are some pix of my vendors... the first one is part my booth.</p> <p>Hope this isn't a sign of things to come, and don't know what this says about flea markets... anyone have any ideas?!?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=644#post-10494 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 06:46:29 +0000 lovetogarden46 10494@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Not really junk but I think they will make a great bird feeder!!! Using one to put my gazing ball I found for $1.<br /> These are 24&quot; tall and 5&quot; across at the bottom. They were $2ea. I couldn't believe it!!! Now to find the right glass to go with them!<br /> Thanks for looking</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=649#post-10574 Sun, 16 Aug 2009 09:06:46 +0000 daisytoad 10574@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've noticed a lot of people here have amazing blogs! If you can't tell as I get to know everyone here, I am a big fan of lists....how about a blog list?</p> <p><a href="http://daisytoad.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">http://daisytoad.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=549#post-8359 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 17:14:30 +0000 junxtaposition 8359@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>how about baby shoe ideas...i picked up a bunch this weekend.... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=627#post-10069 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 07:36:13 +0000 redneckChic 10069@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Please come join me tomorrow! I would love to have EACH and EVERY ONE OF YOU!!! Even the lurkers...my barn door is open!</p> <p><a href="http://www.redneckchic.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.redneckchic.blogspot.com</a></p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=645#post-10499 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 07:51:39 +0000 Leveta 10499@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>For all those who wonder if they are actually horders. Monday on A&#38;E at 9/10. Find out for sure...LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=484#post-6775 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 19:51:46 +0000 dianeinthevalley 6775@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>ok love the house warming topic! Everyone keeps talking about thier Etsy shops how about putting on a link to your site with a description of what you sell. paintwife you really need to sell those birhouses and Etsy sounds like a good place to start. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=641#post-10445 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:16:58 +0000 paintwife 10445@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I don't remember where I got this idea from but.....<br /> I found a tea pot at a yard sale today for .50 drilled a hole in the bottom, then used that wonderful Quick Grip glue to glue the top on slightly open. Instant bird house.</p> <p>Linda</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=642#post-10446 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:36:24 +0000 LuAnn 10446@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>JH and I are finally home from a very long and HOT day fo saleing the Michigan Yard Sale Trail. We started about 8:30AM from Port Austin and ended up in Port Huron around 4:00PM. We had a blast and would do it again and again!!! He loves to sale as much as I do. Picked up lots of garden art. I have a project for the small toaster--will post when done. I was disappointed as I didn't find much &quot;junk&quot; but that's ok--had a great time. I even ran into an old friend/co-worker--would you believe about 130 miles from home-small world. I've posted a pic of my finds and also the awesome scenery on our trek. Michigan has some of the best country/waterside views. Enjoy.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=638#post-10308 Thu, 13 Aug 2009 05:01:33 +0000 gigi 10308@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>ladies, i am in awe by this etsy shop!! its pieces are strangely unique and oddly creative but i just love the imagination and use of recycling!! if you've never been there....please take a minute and check out<br /> gjarvisjewelryetc. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=640#post-10444 Fri, 14 Aug 2009 16:16:09 +0000 paintwife 10444@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <br /> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=636#post-10244 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 10:54:49 +0000 thehillbillies 10244@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Went to an auction last night, and a table... just like this one, with two chairs similar, couldn't get a bid for $3.00!!! I thought of you and you're love of retro tables... </p> <p>Wish you lived closer!!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=93#post-840 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 18:04:04 +0000 Leveta 840@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Seems like several people have their own shops on here. I was wondering today as I was fleaing how the shop owners on here got started in their business... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=635#post-10211 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:34:00 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 10211@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i would love to design coffee mugs etc....and put my collages on them..wonder how it works.... just saw a "friend" on facebook.. who who uses it...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=632#post-10190 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 23:49:12 +0000 johnnypbp 10190@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm looking for a chain link gate to use as a garden treliss. Wondering if anyone has one for sale or knows of anyone that is willing to sell. Please email me if you or someone you know has one or if you have an idea of where I might find one(besides the obvious places i.e. antique shops and junk stores). </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=633#post-10209 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:28:30 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 10209@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>anyone use facebook for business? i dont quite get it....but i jumped in yesterday....ill put it on my blog soon... the blog seems s good for business so i dont wuite see why to bother with facebook....but lots are tellling me to...andi do have lots of young customers who probably use it...<br /> as usual??????<br /> i wont be twittering...lol<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a><br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=626#post-10016 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 21:02:40 +0000 Sommers Breeze Antiques 10016@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I joined 1 week ago, and this will be my first "Hello"<br /> I was doing a search when, Junk Revolution came into sight.<br /> I have never been a part of a club or group, never was interested in the usual things that my peers were into, but those words caught my eyes! Junk Revolution Community. I suppose it was the same feeling that a heavy drinker gets when he/she walks into a crowded bar full of friendly faces. Though the difference might be, I will never join a 12 step program {and I don't drink}. I adore junk, shabby, rusty, stained and primitive junk. I must say that I do not have crowded walk ways in my house, you can get from room A to room B. I do not have piles of news papers and books lined n the hallways that would make you walk side ways. My table may not be visible and you may find one or three rubber maids here and there, full of my latest and greatest finds. I am an antique dealer, so I do have inventory, OK, I have allot of inventory and I keep buying. So how much inventory do I need? Well, early summer my husband, Mike and a couple of local Amish men, raised a vintage one room school house onto a flat bed trailer, lowered it, secured it, hooked the trailer up to a local farmer's tractor, and away we went on the back roads to our yard.....we didn't need any permits for that did we? So now all of my "stuff" to sell....today and "someday" is all squirreled away in this little one room school house. {It is shabby on the outside,} I know, but it's full of things that I adore, so that's what matters.<br /> So that's a little about me, Lisa Sommers. I look forward to being a part of this wonderful community. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=623#post-9893 Sun, 09 Aug 2009 11:31:27 +0000 christinescottagegardenhome 9893@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I finally found a chair to plant in. The cane seat was already broken so I inserted a lined wire basket and set it in front of an old fence section I found.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=630#post-10172 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 18:50:45 +0000 jeanninesjewels 10172@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>HI Everyone! Does anyone have any tips for places to junk in the Lakes Region of NH...besides the Davisville Flea Market, Queeche Gorge Flea Market and the Sal Army? I am also looking for a Vintage &quot;Canned Ham&quot; to restore...any ideas where to find one besides &quot;midnight shopping&quot; in the cornfield up the street? Jeannine</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=634#post-10210 Wed, 12 Aug 2009 07:31:04 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 10210@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>just bought a great book....blogging for bliss... by tara frey...ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=628#post-10110 Tue, 11 Aug 2009 10:35:05 +0000 thehillbillies 10110@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Totally not related to junking at all, but I just got back from family vacation with DH's entire family... love them all... took this pix of my dear BIL at the Omaha Zoo...</p> <p>I am still giggling at it! Enjoy! (He said his mom is on the right and dad is on the left)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=493#post-7065 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 06:14:59 +0000 Breznlin 7065@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've had to move my cat's litter box to the upstairs bathroom from our basement and am looking for any ideas on how to conceal it. She had the round one with the dome and it is currently in a corner with the opening facing the wall so the dog doesn't get into it! Any idea would be appreciated. Thanks. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=277#post-3440 Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:20:41 +0000 redneckChic 3440@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am sooooooo excited because my partner in crime at work came in with this yesterday for me...can you believe her husband was going to throw it out? CRAZINESS!!!</p> <p>I keep looking at it and can't get past the idea of a birdhouse! Anyone see anything else lurking in this radio cabinet? LOL A birdhouse just isn't &quot;funky&quot; enough for my house! The tubes are going in my bowl of old tubes, and the various "guts" of it are going in different directions. </p> <p>All of you are so inspiring - please tell me what you see!!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=579#post-9078 Tue, 28 Jul 2009 09:41:04 +0000 paintwife 9078@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My husband bless his heart, enjoys junking as much as I do. He stopped at a barn sale and brought me a case, yes a case, of 144 early 1900's whiskey flasks. He said &quot;I thought you could do something with these.&quot;<br /> Granted the cool factor is there, the side of the crate says SHOOFLY FLASKS and they're made of that old glass that turns purple when exposed to sunlight. They're 6 1/2&quot; tall and about 3&quot; wide at the shoulder.Obviously my DH has more faith in me than I do cuz I don't know what to use them for. So here I am asking for ideas (about 144 of them) Hey Kim, do you Hillbillies happen to have a still out back? LOL</p> <p>Linda</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=609#post-9662 Wed, 05 Aug 2009 14:56:02 +0000 redneckChic 9662@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>On your quest to cloche the world, I think you should look at this! It sent me into IMMEDIATE giggles and I could not get the pictures ready to post to you fast enough! LOL</p> <p>Look at the whole pic closely....do you see the little seating arrangement? Let me give kudos to the photographer<br /> <a href="http://www.paulmasseyphotography.com/gallery.php?category=lifestyle" rel="nofollow">http://www.paulmasseyphotography.com/gallery.php?category=lifestyle</a></p> <p>but Sue, you SO have to do this under one of your many cloches! I'm digging to see if I have a mini-chandelier...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=568#post-8750 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 06:44:53 +0000 piecesofthepast 8750@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi, all...I am new to this site and I love it! Problem is, I live in the small Kentucky town of Danville (close to Lexington and Louisville) and wish I had someone to junk with! Is anyone out there?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=469#post-6516 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 17:27:50 +0000 Frannie 6516@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>GLIDDEN IS GIVIN AWAY FREE QUART OF PAINT<br /> <a href="https://www.glidden.com/promotions/free-paint-giveaway.do" rel="nofollow">https://www.glidden.com/promotions/free-paint-giveaway.do</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=526#post-7892 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 07:46:34 +0000 Leveta 7892@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does anyone here live in or around Nashville?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=625#post-9992 Mon, 10 Aug 2009 13:25:44 +0000 Leveta 9992@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Can anyone tell me what if anything you can use to glue or fix back together a concret birdbath??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=584#post-9218 Wed, 29 Jul 2009 20:04:31 +0000 gigi 9218@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>story...my husbands gramp passed recently and gram gave him a "mounted fish" that he caught/prized! she also gave me "a picture of my husband" when he was at the lake with his gramps charter in back of him.</p> <p>question...i have some old reels, bobbins, fish pics and frame...has anyone seen a cute idea for adding things like this cuz i'd love to blow the pic up some and make him one to hang with his gramps fish. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=617#post-9810 Fri, 07 Aug 2009 15:44:43 +0000 lovetogarden46 9810@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>She's a T2T for me. She was in pieces and I put her back together and her she is!!! She looks a little rough but I love her!! Now doesn't she make you smile?<br /> Have a smillllllling day!!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=621#post-9889 Sun, 09 Aug 2009 11:11:46 +0000 christinescottagegardenhome 9889@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>lets see if this works.This should be a picture of my front porch table I rescued and painted</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=600#post-9484 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 14:07:57 +0000 piecesofthepast 9484@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Friends, happy days are here again! WHOO HOO...it's time again for the famous 127 Yard sale!! I'm wondering who is going, where you will be doing most of your shopping and maybe if people could post pics of some of their finds in this thread. This yard sale runs through the town I live in...Danville, Kentucky. As a matter of fact, I was driving down 127 just today and saw tents set up already at our fair grounds!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=615#post-9806 Fri, 07 Aug 2009 15:25:52 +0000 Blossom Lane 9806@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here goes:</p> <p>I have had a booth since April in a large mall with every booth filled to capacity.</p> <p>I also have a horrible habit of bringing my stuff in to sell; only to leave with other vendors' wares. </p> <p>Unless I am "hand-over-fisting" in my sales (I'm not), technically, this leaves me as a very poor businesswoman.</p> <p> The items are wonderful! The prices are tremendous! The temptations<br /> are subtle. The excuses are logical.</p> <p>Granted, I AM a very frugal person, and in no way have I put our household finances in jeopardy. No big purchases.</p> <p>But, alas and alack, I am still a sorry excuse for a self-employed individual.</p> <p>Tell me I am not the only one with who suffers from a dread disease called "good deal appeal". </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=622#post-9890 Sun, 09 Aug 2009 11:25:46 +0000 christinescottagegardenhome 9890@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I put the hanger for the hose on the back of a decorative fence. Hides it when you don't need it.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=620#post-9864 Sat, 08 Aug 2009 14:11:51 +0000 christinescottagegardenhome 9864@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm having a problem uploading my pic. Can anyone help. I resized it </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=591#post-9334 Fri, 31 Jul 2009 21:50:57 +0000 chiccottagejunk 9334@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Next weekend, Aug 7-9, is the 212 mile garage sale along US 12 in Michigan. This ought to be a super weekend. I've never been, but I'm going to try to go on Friday. </p> <p>LuAnn - have you done this one? If so, how was it over on your side of the state? I'm going to catch it down by White Pigeon which is a little bit north of Shipshewana. </p> <p><a href="http://www.us12heritagetrail.org/" rel="nofollow">http://www.us12heritagetrail.org/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=595#post-9425 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 20:49:46 +0000 Leveta 9425@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>First it was American Idol. Now it's Design Star...Do any of you watch it??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=616#post-9807 Fri, 07 Aug 2009 15:32:53 +0000 lovecrafting 9807@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Went to the Lubbock Habitat Restore while I was there visiting and boy did they have great stuff! I bought 4 small sets of shutters for 1$ each, a bundle of spindles containing 1 large one and 11 skinny ones for 1$ for the bundle,3 wire baskets 1$ for all 3, and 3 hanging light fixtures (one has old milk glass accent on it) for<br /> 3&#38; each. Very excited to be going home tomorrow and hope to be closing on our new home around the 17th of this month. Then I will have a shop all my own and no more sharing the garage with DH.</p> <p>Going to try this pic thing but I rarely get it on the first try so hang in there I'll get it. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=614#post-9796 Fri, 07 Aug 2009 13:02:29 +0000 The Farmers Wife 9796@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have lots of buttons and small game pieces that I am going to sell at Junk Bonanza...any ideas on what to put them in? I have the buttons sorted by color. I was thinking about using the small cellophane party bags that you get at party supply stores and tying them with sage green ribbon that I had made that has my name (The Farmer's Wife) printed on it. My other option would be canning jars with the galvanized lids. </p> <p>ANY feedback would be appreciated! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=618#post-9861 Sat, 08 Aug 2009 13:38:48 +0000 christinescottagegardenhome 9861@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>found an old coffee table in the trash and painted it to match my porch. can see more of my porch at my blog christinescottagegardenhome.blogspot.com </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=613#post-9783 Fri, 07 Aug 2009 07:14:31 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 9783@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>my son bought an icecream scoop for 1$ at a fleamarket and we sold it on ebay for 4500 $$$$$!!!! all his buddies know about it of course...... i did get half the money..he was on the job.....<br /> anyway im on the couch one night and get a call for jon...who isnt at my house...the guy says are you jons mom...etc....and then says hes on the 127 garage sale,, who knows where... and hes on his cell and looking at a table full of old icecream scoops.....then he says i want to do what jon did..we had a laugh there!!! ..and should he buy one ?<br /> the one we got was heart shaped by a certain company...so i told him that much...<br /> i love this business!!!!<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakshoptalk.blogspot.com</a><br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=422#post-5738 Wed, 27 May 2009 06:53:21 +0000 redneckChic 5738@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Okay - A couple of weeks ago (I'm sorry, I can't find the thread!) I posted my &quot;finds&quot;! It was a great junkin' week-end that turned into even more &quot;greatness&quot;!</p> <p>Check out my blog for the WHOLE story - but here's the rundown!</p> <p><a href="http://www.redneckchic.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">http://www.redneckchic.blogspot.com</a></p> <p>One truly garage-saled out 14 year old boy…$5.00 (payoff not to roll his eyes and do the whole sullen “sigh” anymore – please tell me he is going to grow out of that!!!)</p> <p>One truly….uh…. INTERESTING 1970 somethin’ bathrobe - $1.00</p> <p>Family memories with a “red.neck” twist – PRICELESS!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=592#post-9366 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 08:14:54 +0000 gigi 9366@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>a few months back, i found my new best buddy sitting at a yard sale for $1!!!</p> <p>i'm not one who goes for anything electrical but when i saw her shining in the sun and all her different abilities for such a small device...i had to get her!!</p> <p>what i found was an older rival blender....she has timed/manual/chops/grates/dices/purees/crumbs/liquifies/blend/whip/mix/stir, you name it, it's on there and she works like an old mule! like a mini food processer to me!! ;)<br /> but the reason i love her so much? she makes the most excellant iced coffee...i have made myself so many versions and flavors....i am just obsessed!!! lol ;O</p> <p>whats your latest yard sale obsession? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=589#post-9317 Fri, 31 Jul 2009 17:32:45 +0000 lovetogarden46 9317@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone done this? We want to do the Ks. part would like any info you can share. Where to stay ect.Thanks. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=602#post-9525 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 21:57:01 +0000 chiccottagejunk 9525@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My son just bought his first house on the other side of the state and just got the keys yesterday evening. I was so excited for him and got to see it today. The house was beautiful, the yard was wonderful, he's on a very desired lake in the area and his boat is superb. </p> <p>But ya know what was almost just as good?!?! When I pulled into the driveway - there it was. It had my name all over it. I was frothing at the mouth. My Jeep Cherokee was full of furniture for him and soon would be empty. The pile of junk left at the curb from the previous owners was extraordinary!!! There was lots of wood trim and baseboard. Some vintage mirrors. A hanging basket with cocoa liner. Some wooden crutches. Some vintage handles from old shovels or rakes perhaps. There were two garbage cans full. I was looking at the junk, moving things around, etc, when my new-home-owner Son approached me. MOM - I don't even know the neighbors yet! Do you have to pick through that junk?!? (Of COURSE I have to - right). I kindly asked him if he'd rather that I DIDN'T go through it and his reply just killed me - MOM I don't want you to do that. </p> <p>DO YOU HAVE ANY IDEA HOW DIFFICULT IT WAS TO HOLD BACK??!?! So, we went for a ride on the boat and when I was leaving for the 2+ hour drive back home, I asked him if it was dark enough for me to grab some of the wood out of the pile. He said NO. </p> <p>I've never seen so much cool wood at the curb in my life...and probably never will again. Number one son is too proud for his own good - and MINE!!!</p> <p>Can you hear me crying?</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=603#post-9531 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 22:27:42 +0000 fjerda 9531@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We have been repairing, remaking and repainting all the trim and achitectural pieces along the roof top of our house which was built in 1869. One of the pieces, in the picture, I would like ideas on things that you would do with it. I have one idea almost finished but, it is interesting to see what all of you would do with it.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=597#post-9447 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 07:52:52 +0000 jillruth 9447@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I posted on my blog about some plate "flowers" I've made. The deeper coffee cups when paired with the saucer and tipped look like daffodils or blue bells or some flower!<br /> <a href="http://www.jillruth.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.jillruth.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=593#post-9367 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 09:08:50 +0000 csudderth 9367@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey everyone, join me in wishing Margo a happy birthday today. May all her years be filled with good junk.<br /> Christy </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=431#post-5832 Thu, 28 May 2009 20:54:04 +0000 lovetogarden46 5832@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I jsut made a few and wanted to share. these have already been sold. thanks for looking</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=604#post-9537 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 05:04:49 +0000 a vie Renouvele 9537@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've updated my blog with before and after pictures of the dining room set I've been working on. The chairs are not finished yet but hopefully will be this weekend.</p> <p>I painted it French White with a soft gray inside the china cabinet. It took hours of sanding and prepairing it for paint! I think it was worth the time that it took now but at the time..........ugh<br /> <a href="http://handeddowntreasures.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://handeddowntreasures.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=599#post-9480 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 12:49:06 +0000 thehillbillies 9480@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Thought- what if we sent a box around of some mags... kinda like the traveling junk, postage should be reasonable as we could send it media mail. I know I have a bunch of mag I have looked through over and over again, but wouldn't mind something new.</p> <p>Maybe we could all have a magazine buddy that we could send 5 mags to, if they were interested. I never buy some of the other ones beside Country Living, because I'm afraid I wouldn't like it, like Romantic Country (is that what it's called! LOL!)</p> <p>Any thoughts, and do you understand what I'm talking about? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=601#post-9502 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 18:16:31 +0000 mississippigirl 9502@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok experts of junkin, could you please tell me how much to price items? My daughter and I are planning a sale, (lots of junk treasures!) But I'm starting to wonder how much to price them. Got any advice? </p> <p>Newbie </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=605#post-9539 Tue, 04 Aug 2009 05:10:57 +0000 a vie Renouvele 9539@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It took 3 days and still looks a little sparce but I'm pleased so far. We have many more projects to finish this week but the big furniture is in!!!!!!!!!!</p> <p>Scroll down past the Before &#38; After Post on my blog to see the pictures........enjoy</p> <p><a href="http://handeddowntreasures.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://handeddowntreasures.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=596#post-9430 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 21:24:50 +0000 csudderth 9430@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just watched the movie "Confessions of a Shopaholic" and it was really cute. I've read all the books but hadn't seen the movie yet. I couldn't help but laugh because I could just see all of us in a movie about being junkaholics. I can surely relate to the excuses she used when she wanted to buy something that she really didn't need. I've used the "it's really an investment" line several times myself!<br /> Christy </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=587#post-9280 Thu, 30 Jul 2009 19:58:35 +0000 thehillbillies 9280@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just had to run out to my parents to drop some stuff off... dad had to show me something in the barn and as we were talking I asked him if he had any cow tags. He did... </p> <p>Then we looked around a little more and he parted with all this... LOVE HIM... Can't wait to make the lamp base a paper towel holder... slowly but surely he's letting go of his goodies...</p> <p>Had to share with you!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=594#post-9378 Sun, 02 Aug 2009 11:59:54 +0000 Leveta 9378@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I can't find the post I wanted to post this on soooo. Here is the stool I redone. It had dark green legs and some kind of goldish fabric on the set and the foam was total flat. Matter of fact when you hit the top dust from it poofed out...It reminded me of the movie "Medea goes to jail" when she told her brother that he was so old that when he (excuse me for this) farted dust came out... </p> <p>I'm going to get my sister to help me tweek it a bit... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=590#post-9318 Fri, 31 Jul 2009 17:42:58 +0000 gigi 9318@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>came across this today, figured i'd share(if you've seen it, sorry) i think it's so very awesome!!</p> <p><a href="http://www.sacbee.com/topstories/story/2071033.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.sacbee.com/topstories/story/2071033.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=598#post-9454 Mon, 03 Aug 2009 09:57:36 +0000 Callef 9454@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is for Piecesofthepast: I have the Oct/Nov 05 and 06 issues you want; email me at <a href="mailto:Callef@sbcglobal.net">Callef@sbcglobal.net</a> and I will be happy to mail them to you (no charge!)</p> <p>Carol </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=342#post-4539 Thu, 16 Apr 2009 09:03:28 +0000 decodiva 4539@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am thinking of getting a space in my local (small town) antique store - they want 1.25 sq. ft. + 10% of sales. Does this sound reasonable? I have not done this before, so I have no idea whether or not I will be successful in selling but, I'm thinking of giving it a try - it will help reduce my clutter and garage stash of furniture and "stuff". </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=585#post-9247 Thu, 30 Jul 2009 08:45:49 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 9247@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>being a tekno dud...i probably will never learn how to post pictures on here....but i just put some neat shutter projects on my blog ...the big signs are made with cut out ceiling tins...<br /> i love seeing everybodies pictures!!!<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=531#post-7965 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 20:25:30 +0000 thehillbillies 7965@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>o.k. I've finally gotten a chance to document my house. As beautiful as it is, I have included some not so pretty pix so you don't think I've got it all and a bag of chips!</p> <p>We bought our house because of the woodwork not because of the kitchen and bathrooms. I HATE my kitchen... even after I ripped up the ugly green vinyl floors... that are still visible at the bottom! And the bathroom is a closet (well both of them are) this one has been put on hold because I've been working on the other one.</p> <p>It's one step at a time... just wish I had money to do it all at once. So I know what Doug is going through...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=582#post-9108 Tue, 28 Jul 2009 16:34:39 +0000 dianeinthevalley 9108@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My sister wants me to make some bags for her. She works at the local racetrack and casino and said the ladies would love purses or wallets with a gambling theme. I've seen some fabric on sights but is really expensive. If it's not being forward where do you get your fabrics? and do you have any tips (without giving away your secret recipe) gosh I feel awkard asking for help like this. If I'm being to forward just say so. I'm rambling again. Diane</p> <p>cause I'm a ramblin', ramblin' man, and I'm a gamblin', gamblin' man, it's a shame they don't have music notes on the keypad </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=557#post-8576 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 12:11:16 +0000 chiccottagejunk 8576@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Do most of y'all try to focus on a few things that you are really good at in the junk-refab world?</p> <p>Do you tend to want to duplicate EVERY DaNg cool thing that you see? </p> <p>Let's take a poll.</p> <p>I WANT TO DO IT ALLLLLLLLLLLL. I think I overwhelm myself because I want everything to be my specialty. Is that a good thing or a bad thing and how do I stop it?!?! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=581#post-9106 Tue, 28 Jul 2009 15:38:03 +0000 lovecrafting 9106@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am in Lubbock Tx for the next week and a half. Anyone know of any good junkin places in this neck of the woods? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=572#post-8782 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 16:28:31 +0000 a vie Renouvele 8782@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Finally! It took so much longer than I had anticipated! And...........turned out much darker than I had invisioned but everyone seems to like it. I've had many people give compliments over the last few days! Now it's time to move in! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=127#post-1215 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 08:45:56 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 1215@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>my buddy who was on the way to selling at the big atlanta flea market was in yesterday...he asked if i wanted to see his taxidermy cow....so we went out to his truck and it was a big ole deer head painted white and with big black spots...a holstien ....for the hilton head decorators i guess....<br /> hes also doing the nashville garden show , so if you see that deer head youll know its him.say hi......he buys lots of my coolest stuff for the big shows...</p> <p>after 30 yrs of antiquers i dont think i could get used to normal people.... lol<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=580#post-9098 Tue, 28 Jul 2009 12:03:01 +0000 xwafflesx 9098@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Good afternoon everyone-<br /> I will be heading down to Greenville-Washington(NC, not DC)-New Bern area on August 10th. Anyone familiar with the area know of any great places to check out? We will be driving around looking at houses in the area of these 3 towns and I would love to pick up some great southern junk. </p> <p>Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=576#post-8940 Sun, 26 Jul 2009 22:53:00 +0000 jillruth 8940@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bGabdOCkL3Q&#38;feature=related" rel="nofollow">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bGabdOCkL3Q&#38;feature=related</a></p> <p>Went looking for instruction on how to cut the stem off of a wine glass and found this video of wonderful broken plate jewelry. No instructions but thought you all would love the song that is played with it.<br /> If anyone knows how to cut the stem off a wine glass--I'd love to know. I think I'll try the string method found on youtube also. Just search there for how to cut a bottle. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=222#post-2454 Sun, 01 Mar 2009 09:10:57 +0000 chiccottagejunk 2454@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello, fellow JUNK ADDICT here, just checking to see if anyone else "HIDES" there junk? My husband has seen our basement storage rooms taken over by my junk and tries to be patient with me. But, I still buy lots of junk and hide it in every nook and cranny that is not already filled. I usually tell myself, well I got five boxes of junk (or whatever quantity) for only $3 - what a steal! But, in my house, it's not that I spend a lot of $$ (because I don't) it's the fact that I don't have room to store it all until it becomes something beautiful!</p> <p>Does anyone else out there "HIDE' their junk until they can pull it out when no one is home and create something with it? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=578#post-8993 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 10:28:35 +0000 redneckChic 8993@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Okay, I'm not sure how many of you do the needlework - more specifically - redwork. But - I don't. LOL HOWEVER!!! On Saturday I'm cruisin' along back from my Brothers house in Marble Falls and - ofcourse - had to pull a u-turn into a cute little &quot;junk&quot; shop! I walk in, and was INSTANTLY star struck! Oh, she had glittery stars, and junk, and antiques, quilts and all kinds of recycled/upcycled goodies...the WHOLE nine yards...things to fascinate me for hours!!! Who is she you might ask? Let me tell you why I am star struck....</p> <p>I met - and visited with for a long time!!! - Dolores Storm!!! She is the brains behind &quot;Lakadaisies&quot;, she crafts the most GORGEOUS redwork, and sells millions of patterns!!! AND SHE TOOK TIME FOR ME!!! I've read about her in various places and even STILL have the country living that she was featured in. And it all started over my &quot;flea bag&quot; (thank you Sue, I love that name! LOL) - so of course as soon as I could speak (not kidding, I'm still star struck!!!)I told her the story of the travelin' junk box and about all of you guys! Please tell me I'm not the only one in awe of her and her talent...I'm still doing the happy redneck dance - and oh, did she inspire me!!!</p> <p>I just had to share my &quot;brush with inspiration&quot;...oh, and I'm still star struck! LOL</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=510#post-7492 Sun, 12 Jul 2009 07:40:46 +0000 Dianne 7492@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought these spindles at the Habitat Restore for a dollar each. The last spindles I bought I refinished and am useing them as candle holders on my dining room table. I would like to come up with something different for these. Actually there are two spindles here. I took them apart to fit them in the picture.<br /> Any suggestions???<br /> I don't see a browse button here so I might have to put the picture somewhere else. Maybe it will show up when I send the post. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=546#post-8263 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 17:55:02 +0000 gigi 8263@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>ran into a lady today as i was getting info on the lincoln-highway/buyway coming to my area in august.<br /> told her of my love for junk and fleamarkets, etc and she asked me if i knew anyone that dealt in typewriters....cha-ching!! YES...there's several on this site i get on...i'll ask them for you ;)<br /> she has an older smith corona that is in need of the spool of ribbon (the black/red ribbon)does anyone have ideas where i can send her....either in person, on-line or heck, even to one of your etsy stores or something?<br /> i realize it may not be as old as some recently shown/talked of on here but it's a keeper to her....so, i'm trying to help her out!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=141#post-1348 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 19:18:43 +0000 luvmygarden 1348@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I saw this heavy, old, rusty piece of junk and thought - interesting shape and characteristics - how could I re-purpose it? (Thanks to Ki and many others - I don't look at ANYTHING strictly as trash anymore!) It's not likely to interest the shabby chic followers, but maybe those who love industrial style could visualize a new use for this old part from a 1970 truck rearend. I think it might be a great base for something on a pole or rod - but for what? Or what else? Ideas?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=569#post-8753 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 06:48:54 +0000 Ki 8753@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am so excited! I just heard back from Serena and it is confirmed! The Farm Chicks will be at the Junk Bonanza on Thursday Sept. 17 (Shakopee MN) signing their new book, The Farm Chicks in the Kitchen, and visiting with folks at our Happy Trails Meet and Greet Blog Party! Teri and Serena are contributing editors for Country Living Magazine and also put on a fabulous event in Spokane.<br /> (They were a hit on the CBS Early Show a few weeks ago!) <a href="http://www.thefarmchicks.com/index.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.thefarmchicks.com/index.html</a></p> <p>Will share details on the party next week. (If you want to mark your calendars, we are planning 1: so everyone has plenty of shopping time in the AM.) Junk Bonanza 2010 is going to be incredible!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=573#post-8788 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 17:44:28 +0000 Callef 8788@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hope everyone is having a fantastic weekend - I scored some fabulous finds at the Tulsa flea market today - will post some pics later. </p> <p>I'm considering opening another booth at a different mall, a new one that will be opening this fall. I think it's going to be quite a bit smaller than the mall where I am now, but the booth space would be much bigger.</p> <p>Input wanted: Pros and cons of having two booths in 2 different parts of town?</p> <p>Thanks, fellow junksters!</p> <p>Carol </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=566#post-8723 Fri, 24 Jul 2009 20:17:39 +0000 paintwife 8723@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I painted up these old barstools 2 for $5, for my DD. She loves everything sun/moon/star related. I haven't decided whether to paint the legs or not, maybe I'll let her decide.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=564#post-8690 Fri, 24 Jul 2009 17:04:10 +0000 Leveta 8690@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I seen these today and thought of you wanting to see pic's of my pumpkins this fall...I thought it was neat that all 3 of these were right there together...I couldn't believe that some of the other gourds were huge already...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=571#post-8776 Sat, 25 Jul 2009 13:30:52 +0000 junk_me75 8776@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Okay girls I need some advice,please. I have had a few craft sells at fairs etc. But, I'm thinking about starting to sell some items online but I have never sold anything on Etsy or Ebay. Do you all prefer one over the other? Is there any tips/advice on selling for a beginner like me? I would appreciate any and all comments and advice. Thanks!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=567#post-8733 Fri, 24 Jul 2009 21:52:56 +0000 Blossom Lane 8733@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I received my first customer compliment today! I was carrying-- into my booth-- chairs I had spent the entire week sanding, priming, painting, and shabbying. My goal for them was to reflect a perfectly painted patina of a "primitivity". I had the first one in tote when...</p> <p>I saw her. Career dressed; designer sunglassed; early forties; slowly ambling; and IN MY BOOTH!! I hesitated as my pulse quickened. Stealthily, I side-stepped-- ducking behind a rack of vintage clothing so as not to disturb the "tres chic shopper's" thoughts of buying my most expensive item(s). Too late! I, perhaps, could hide amongst the crinolines and taffetas of yesteryear, but that blasted black chair couldn't. She saw me!</p> <p>So, I tried a more clever approach. Actually, my next move was a no-brainer. I smiled politely at the young heiress, sat my chair down in the corner of my booth, and exited stage left.</p> <p>I went back to my junkmobile (literally), and wrangled the other black chair from my filthy back seat. Panting and sweat-laden, I made my way from the parking lot back to my booth. Alas! There she was again! She was beginning to look familiar. Hadn't I seen her on the cover of Forbes a few years back?</p> <p>This time, she drifted disinterestedly in the booth across from mine. I gingerly set down my second treasured chair . I prepared to exit stage right...</p> <p>It was then that she approached me. In a patrician tone she inquired if the booth in which I was standing was, indeed, mine. Pride swelled within me as I replied, "Yes, it is. I am new here." Her response--oh, that response--took me from ecstasy to borderline epilepsy in the fraction of a single moment. "I can tell." she uttered--a wry smile upon her lips; a dance of merriment behind those Foster Grants. She left my booth, and the antique mall, empty-handed.</p> <p>It didn't take long to deduce where I had seen this wily woman before, and it was NOT on an episode of "Money Matters". I am now sure that the "Ms. Grace Kelly Alike" was recently featured on a syndicated re-run of "America's Most Wanted". </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=561#post-8623 Fri, 24 Jul 2009 00:14:12 +0000 Blossom Lane 8623@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A close friend asked for some creative table display ideas for a simple but elegant outside wedding. The couple is getting married by a rustic covered foot bridge at a Summer Camp where they met and both served as counselors. The bride's color choices are pink and light green. </p> <p>My friend is in charge of table decor. Tables will be long and rectangular. Any flowers she uses will be silk. They have no vases, tablecloths, candles, arbors, backdrops, or architectural pieces as of yet. The wedding is in two weeks! Their budget calls for repurposing! I know it will be a challenge to beautify an open area. I also know that the "Revolution Gang" spends their days rising to such challenges.</p> <p>Any veteran outside-wedding survivors out there? </p> <p>Inspiration, information, or even photos regarding how/what to make the open and airy look extraordinary will be greatly appreciated! </p> <p>Greta </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=554#post-8454 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 11:45:22 +0000 chiccottagejunk 8454@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey Gals &#38; Guy - I know we've talked about cloches before but wanted to start its own topic if you don't mind so that I can find this easily later. I know how to search in the community - I do that often, but just wanted to put this topic under the "cloche" it deserves. LOL.</p> <p>What are some really neat ideas for trapping under the glass cloches we've all acquired or made? I plan to have lots in my booth at the arts and craft shows &#38; the antique shop I consign in. I've sold birds in nests...I saw Marge's baby shoes...more ideas please?????</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=139#post-1316 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 11:04:04 +0000 Meadowview Farm 1316@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>O.K. - Here's the question...You can only pick ONE place to go junking - where would it be? Think about this as your most favorite place on earth to find treasures...go ahead, spill the beans!<br /> I will answer my own question later -- still narrowing the field to just one!<br /> Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=518#post-7602 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 19:27:06 +0000 chiccottagejunk 7602@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I took a chance and posted a &quot;wanted&quot; on Craigslist asking for free old windows and I hit the jackpot! I had one reply - a guy put new windows in his old house and had some if I wanted them. He even emailed me a picture to make sure that I wanted them. I nearly fell over when I opened the picture. I thought I was getting six windows some of which were 3 paned. When my husband and I got there yesterday, I was pleasantly surprised when the homeowner helped us load 14 windows - 7 single paned and 7 of the 3-paned windows. Most have green chippy paint on one side and pink chippy paint on the other. Or pink/white or green/white.</p> <p>I plan to paint some of the glass with chalkboard paint and some windows I will paint Americana Flags on the glass and gussy up with red/white/blue pips on others (thanks junxtaposition for the idea).</p> <p>1. Any other ideas you might do with them?<br /> 2. Would you leave the chippy paint on all? ...if so, would you seal with clear coat in case the paint is lead?<br /> 3. How would you price them for resale?</p> <p>By the way - these sat outside for awhile so had lots of dirt. I'm not ungrateful - but there was SO MUCH FILTH that I had to scrub off each window. Now, I like free, and I like age, but I do NOT like FILTH. I doubt that the wood frames on the windows had ever been wiped down. It took two hours, a hose, some Murphy's Oil Soap, some Comet, a magic eraser and a scrub brush to get the filth off them!</p> <p>THANKS for all your help!</p> <p>Sue</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=565#post-8710 Fri, 24 Jul 2009 18:35:02 +0000 Callef 8710@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi fellow junking/treasure hunting friends! As I've posted before, I have a small booth (4X6) which I've done quite well with for 3 years now. I recently found out an antique/junk store and found out the owner is planning on opening a small mall in the space next to him when it becomes available in September. He is going to build 8X10 booth spaces (all will be that size) and charge $125 a month, with the first month's rent free, and no commission on sold items. That's a pretty good price for the Tulsa area. </p> <p>Here's my question: A good friend that I work with is also interested, but she thinks 2 or 3 (or even 4) of us should share a space, because 8X10 will hold a lot of stuff, and that would cut down the cost for all of us. Has anyone had experience with this kind of arrangement? Did it work well for you, what were the advantages and disadvantages?</p> <p>Part of me wants to "do my own thing", but I also like the idea of reducing my costs.</p> <p>thanks, all!</p> <p>Carol </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=511#post-7516 Sun, 12 Jul 2009 17:13:40 +0000 mcnaughton 7516@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A nearby home is being vacated of what seems like all their stuff. I think the family must be so overwhelmed that they are putting EVERYTHING in a dumpster that is continually being filled and emptied. In spite of my good intentions, I just end up e-baying my finds, but know so many of you could transform the trash into treasure because there have been so many furniture bits and pieces. To get you salivating, here are some of the things I've found in the last month: a box of over 900 flash cards from the "Dick and Jane" reading series, a handmade wood lap dulcimer, an old set of blocks, vintage aluminum measuring scoops (which sold for over $25). I wish one of you lived nearby because there have been all manor of furniture pieces that could be repurposed. I do think that I will transform the wooden blocks that are about 12" x 12" x 5" into a holiday display. I'm thinking of stenciling letters to spell out holiday words. Anyway, I thought I'd let you know that I am thinking of this community and how much it would enjoy the riches I've run into. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=559#post-8600 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 16:14:16 +0000 chiccottagejunk 8600@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well, I did a lot of not-much today and was not very productive at all. I did manage to clean off my desk, water the lawn, move a little junk from here-to-there. </p> <p>Now it's time for a martini...for the Birds! I was so lazy I didn't even take the price tag off the base or dust it. This is one of the weird shaped stemmed glasses that I got for .50 at my favorite thrift joint. I added some moss &#38; eggs and hung 3 crystals from the rim and walla - Martini for the Birds!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=332#post-4459 Mon, 13 Apr 2009 16:04:04 +0000 magark 4459@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hit a couple of thrift shops over the weekend and found a few items. Books, egg cup, wire egg basket, pottery shoe planter, pottery dish, 2 ruby red pieces, wood easel, vintage corsage, dome with bird &#38; flowers, bracelet with lock, whistle, and old ball jar with etching of a cross (cute prayer jar!). It will either go in my booth or Etsy store. Can't wait for the spring garage sales to crank up...hurry warmer weather! Jan</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=562#post-8626 Fri, 24 Jul 2009 06:22:25 +0000 paintwife 8626@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Best Menopause Question Ever </p> <p>Q:<br /> How many women with MENOPAUSE does it take to change a light<br /> bulb? </p> <p>Woman's Answer:<br /> One! </p> <p>ONLY ONE!!!! And do you know WHY? Because no one else in this<br /> house knows HOW to change a light bulb! They<br /> don't even know that the bulb is BURNED OUT!! They would sit in the dark for THREE DAYS before they figured it out. </p> <p>And, once they figured it out, they wouldn't be able to find the #&#38;%!* light bulbs despite the fact that they've been in the SAME CABINET for the past 17 YEARS!</p> <p>But if they did, by some miracle of God, actually find them, 2 DAYS LATER, the chair they dragged to stand on to change the STUPID light bulb would STILL BE IN THE SAME SPOT!!!!! </p> <p>AND UNDERNEATH IT WOULD BE THE WRAPPER THE FREAKING LIGHT BULBS CAME IN!!! BECAUSE NO ONE EVER PICKS UP OR CARRIES OUT THE GARBAGE!!!! </p> <p>IT'S A WONDER WE HAVEN'T ALL SUFFOCATED FROM THE PILES OF GARBAGE THAT ARE A FOOT DEEP THROUGHOUT THE ENTIRE HOUSE!! </p> <p>IT WOULD TAKE AN ARMY TO CLEAN THIS PLACE! </p> <p>AND DON'T EVEN GET ME STARTED ON WHO CHANGES THE TOILET PAPER ROLL !! </p> <p>I'm sorry. What was the question? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=560#post-8612 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 17:19:45 +0000 Leveta 8612@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I thought this was so cute. Wanted to share it with you guys...A lady on another site made this...It's made out of spoon handles...</p> <p> <br /> You'll have to click on the other one to open it...Sorry... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=540#post-8170 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 16:10:23 +0000 Blossom Lane 8170@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Today I spied an old screen door with some pretty spandrel decor on it. It was very old, screen still in tact, and only twenty-two dollars.</p> <p>Perhaps one of you has a story of how you used a screen door.</p> <p>I am thinking of two types of use: permanent garden...as in a trellis, and seasonal decorating. </p> <p>If you can think of any easily found recycled items that may dress up this door for garden or holiday themes, I'd enjoy your thoughts.</p> <p>Photos would also be very helpful. I just may go back and buy that door...and instead, of fixing it up for profit, I may just use it myself! </p> <p>Greta </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=556#post-8520 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 21:59:41 +0000 DIYlicious 8520@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>it counts as recycling, doesn't it? i've been making these since i was a kid. every so often, when i'm in the grocery store, i pick up a couple of #6 plastic containers from the deli department and take them home. they shrink into hard charms when you bake them.<br /> a necklace i made in memory of the daftest punk i ever knew who lost his life in the river last summer (r.i.p cheese ♥). since i'd be the one wearing it, i made some matching earings :)</p> <p>i've heard about the danger of the fumes, but i keep it well ventilated and never leave the plastic in long enough to burn or smoke.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=532#post-7975 Fri, 17 Jul 2009 05:10:30 +0000 a vie Renouvele 7975@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm going to try to post a picture of and area above the door on the way out of my shop that I'd like to paint a quote or saying in french. The area is about 8 inches high and 103 inches long. There is a small shelf in front of it but it's to high to use for items displayed for sale. Anyone have any ideas? I thought of &quot;Farewell My Friend&quot; in french but it's not long enough. It dosen't have to take up the whole length but I'd like it to take at least half the length. Many Thanks, Linda</p> <p>I "think" the picture will enlarge if you click on it.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=509#post-7487 Sun, 12 Jul 2009 05:29:48 +0000 NYMary 7487@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Someone by me is moving and they have been putting stuff by the side of the road all week. I found 6 Te-amo wooden cigar boxes ( I left about 20 there, and still kicking myself for it) but yesterday I picked a vintage Achille stamp holder for 12.(single tier) I'm sure I could use it for something, any ideas? Thanks so much. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=558#post-8594 Thu, 23 Jul 2009 15:55:50 +0000 LuAnn 8594@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This part of Michigan (Southeastern) hasn't had much rain lately. My daughters place of employment-Lake Orion Nursing Center had a "junk in your trunk sale" today. I took part in it. This is the first year. There were over 30 spots sold which is pretty good. Well I'd like to know who made Mother Nature mad. The sale started at 9am and the rain started about 9:30 and would not stop. Most vendors left before 1pm. How lousy is this???? Just goes to figure. Thanks for listening to my rants.</p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=555#post-8479 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 15:36:37 +0000 gigi 8479@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i don't know about you all but i'm feeling quite overwhelmed.<br /> some days i jump on this site to check it out and can't seem to catch up on the good ideas and projects.<br /> it's a "good overwhelmed" because it means this site is growing and we have even more people to bounce ideas off of!!!<br /> i dare not miss more than a day or two in a row or i'm sitting and reading all evening...it's just too interesting to skip over!! :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=551#post-8377 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 22:50:54 +0000 DIYlicious 8377@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Didn't do much to this. I lightly coated it with brown spraypaint (minus the top) to even out the flaws. my hub cut and fitted new drawers bottoms, and I decoupaged some houndstooth scrapbook paper to the sides where once there was a hole and some other yuck.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=550#post-8374 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 21:34:50 +0000 The Farmers Wife 8374@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My husband just showed me this website with Alan Jackson's house that is for sale. how does 38 million sound?? Any takers?? Check it out - it is absolutely beautiful...of course, I think some junk would make it even more eye-catching. </p> <p>House, your own lake, guest cabin, horse stables...what else could you want??</p> <p><a href="http://www.showcasebyagent.com/sba/r0s0614.php?sbo=r0s0614&#38;tab=g1&#38;mu=3" rel="nofollow">http://www.showcasebyagent.com/sba/r0s0614.php?sbo=r0s0614&#38;tab=g1&#38;mu=3</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=553#post-8421 Wed, 22 Jul 2009 08:15:01 +0000 lovecrafting 8421@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have read you all use this stuff, I think? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=491#post-7007 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 07:12:56 +0000 Maggie 7007@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We are finally getting rain here in SW Arkansas! I hope everyone else who needs it is getting some too! It is so refreshing! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=552#post-8378 Tue, 21 Jul 2009 23:02:22 +0000 DIYlicious 8378@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>another decoupage fix-up... i used gift wrap to cover up the holes and stain on this cardboard trunk I found next to a dumpster. i like the rusty hammered corner brackets and such against the airy feminine blue damask floral print (hello adjectives!)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=545#post-8256 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 16:52:36 +0000 momlvcntrt 8256@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>ok a question to you all. everynight my son and his friens hook up the boat and go 'gigin' they would spend hours in the barn making 'gigs'. so the other night o asked a buck of 18yr old boys of mom could go along. they told me sure butwe will be out late. they didnt think the 'old ladty' could handle a late night. so we went i had so much fun they asked my son when i was going to go again. now the question is who all knows what 'gigin is'? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=548#post-8284 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 22:26:14 +0000 HiddenTimberPrimitives 8284@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi! I'm Michelle and I'm new to the board. I have been doing hair for 22 years and right now have a salon in my house. My husband and I are playing with the idea of moving it to Main Street in our little town. Found the perfect building. It's a little house right next to the city library. Now I'm just trying to come up with ideas to decorate. I don't want the same old thing you see in most salons.I want it classy yet fun, and I want that junk flare. Any suggestions? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=547#post-8268 Mon, 20 Jul 2009 18:43:14 +0000 thehillbillies 8268@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well- decided today to plug along in the upstairs bathroom since I didn't accomplish anything else on my vacation... so while dear husband was recooping on the couch from a chiropractor appointment, I tore out the floors in the bathroom...</p> <p>He headed down to use the downstairs bathroom and yelled &quot;What did you do!!!&quot;... apparently I rattled the copper pipe and created a leak in the wall... the cupboard was leaking water and water was on the floor!!!</p> <p>So... here are a few pix of our newly remodeled DOWNSTAIRS bathroom!!!</p> <p>Notice the old wallpaper they had on the walls years ago when they put the drop ceiling in... I think it's beautiful and wish I could salvage it...</p> <p>Then notice the copper pipe... how corroded it is... I need to look at it in a positive light... if I didn't rattle the pipes today... maybe when we were on vacation it would have burst!</p> <p>Always good times at my house! :)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=541#post-8191 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 17:50:35 +0000 dianeinthevalley 8191@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have a mirror that has a large area in wood above and would like to had a mosaic with broken china. Any ideas what I can use to glue the china pieces on with? thanks Diane </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=535#post-8106 Sat, 18 Jul 2009 11:34:03 +0000 momlvcntrt 8106@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>today i got a whole ring of blank dog tags for .25. any suggestions??????????????? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=538#post-8152 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 11:43:59 +0000 Leveta 8152@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm hopeing that one of you ladies may have seen in one of our magazines the pic of a wood table where the side's fold down and it was mosaiced(sp). I know its in one of my mag. but for the life of me I cna't find it... It was pinks and whites....Thanks... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=544#post-8221 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 21:00:47 +0000 moderator 8221@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just wanted to remind everyone that if you have message board questions or problems to email them to <a href="mailto:moderator@junkrevolution.com.">moderator@junkrevolution.com.</a><br /> You will get a faster response than if you send them to any other email address.</p> <p>Thank you,<br /> Moderator </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=543#post-8215 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 20:08:37 +0000 Barncatjunker 8215@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello, everyone-</p> <p>Soooo....I have been attempting to upload pix for awhile this eveing to show you all a door rehab project my husband and I did. We have had good luck in selling these. The paint color is Mediterranian Blue (spray), sanded down and dark walnut stain applied over the top. My apologies in advance, if the pix did not upload;&amp;gt;</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=539#post-8167 Sun, 19 Jul 2009 15:49:51 +0000 The Farmers Wife 8167@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am going to Madison on Tuesday afternoon with my DH for the "Red Power Round Up" (like a flea market for red tractor enthusiasts). I will be there through Saturday afternoon. Anyone know any good junk spots to hit??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=530#post-7964 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 20:13:18 +0000 The Farmers Wife 7964@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am so excited. SO EXCITED. I had the first day of my sale, Fresh-Picked Summer Junk, today. My first customer was JillRuth from this community!!!!!! She was passing through to Omaha on her way home from vacation in Chicago!! HOW AWESOME!!!! What a great first customer! </p> <p>I just want to say how much fun I have had on this message board! It has been great getting to know people that really understand great junk! I cannot wait to meet more of you at the Bonanza in September!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=490#post-6966 Sat, 04 Jul 2009 12:45:39 +0000 paintwife 6966@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I hit upon my favorite kind of sale today. People just wanting to get rid of stuff. They didn't have a lot of things priced and when I asked &quot;how much?&quot; the guy kept saying &quot;how about a buck?&quot; Well how about it indeed!!! I got an old army telephone, 20 license plates, 2 type setter drawers, 5 old safety deposit box fronts, a canvas bag full of leaf shaped drawer pulls and some kind of brass tags from the Canyon Hotel and my favorite find a 9 and a half foot Safety Deposit sign. The guy wanted $5 for the sign. Oh and I got some assorted glass vases not pictured.<br /> Let me tell ya I'm feeling good today, almost like having new socks and underwear at the same time LOL</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=534#post-8097 Sat, 18 Jul 2009 09:11:06 +0000 Leveta 8097@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm sitting here watching Flip this house and they are tearing up perfect rim, old windows, beautiful tounge and grove and the whole time i'm going OH,OH OH,...HOW COULD THEY!!!... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=533#post-8092 Sat, 18 Jul 2009 08:50:35 +0000 Dianne 8092@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This morning I was at the Habitat Restore. Sometimes I see many things I need (want) but today all I found was these wooden spoons and forks. They look very used. I asked the lady how much she wanted and she said a dollar. All I had with me was my debit card and in some places you have to buy a minimum amount in order to use it. I asked her if I could put just a dollar on it or should I find something else to buy with them. She said I could have them.<br /> I'll run them through the dishwasher and oil them and they'll be a nice vintage addition to my kitchen. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=523#post-7827 Wed, 15 Jul 2009 12:19:22 +0000 lovecrafting 7827@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My parents inherited a tiny house from my Grandparents after my Dad retired from the military. We lived there for several years in very cramped quarters(5 kids 2 bedrooms) and the folks always wanted to expand but never had the money. One day while talking to our neighbors my Dad discovered that they were building a new house and having the old one torn down. Dad being thrifty-walked over to talk to the neighbor about doing some salvage of useable parts from the house before it was destroyed. Somehow during the conversation he asked the neighbor if he had ever thought about having the house moved instead of tearing it down (he hadn't) and they called a house mover and discovered it was cheaper to move a short distance than to tear down. Well of course Dad volunteered our land for it to be moved to! To make a long story short the house was moved to our land within a month (foundation and all!) and we had our big house!FREE!!!!<br /> To add a twist to the tale -about 8 years later my parents decided to sell the property after all of us kids moved out so they could move to Colorado (dads dream place). The neighbor who gave us the house bought the property since it was right next to his! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=529#post-7921 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 14:09:25 +0000 Leveta 7921@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have this bookshelf and think I'm going to paint it the sunflower yellow I got free from glidden. How do you think it would look with sunflower material on the inside back??</p> <p>It's the first attach... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=498#post-7151 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 19:05:05 +0000 Marge 7151@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I miss my Country Home! Country Living is fine, but I'd like something else, too. I am looking for your opinions on Romantic Homes and Romantic County. Please tell me the good, the bad and the ugly. Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=527#post-7906 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 09:36:34 +0000 SecondHandRosie 7906@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know, I know, I hate to be stupid but sometimes it's the only way I can be! LOL Those of you who have already received the box can probably help me. I went to the USPS website to print a mailing label and I'm not finding the item that I need. All of them show a minimum of so and so and not just ONE!</p> <p>Halp me! Halp me! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=528#post-7914 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 11:46:45 +0000 Leveta 7914@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I hope no minds if I share a few goodies I just got from my Summer Junk Jamboree secret friend off another site...I never thought I would get such wonderful goodies...The first one is a bottlebug...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=525#post-7886 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 06:42:14 +0000 thehillbillies 7886@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Have you ever spent too much in supplies to make a project when you could have probably bought the item for cheaper?</p> <p>Got this idea from the silicone light post.</p> <p>I will admit, I have seen a project... wanted to try it myself and spent more money that I really should have to recreate it... but the principle of it all was because I wanted to see if I could do it.</p> <p>Do any of you ladies/men have an example or can agree with me? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=524#post-7882 Thu, 16 Jul 2009 06:19:48 +0000 chiccottagejunk 7882@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought this cute Cherub with a glass glued to it and I want to remove the glass because it was glued off-center. We all talk about GOOD glues to use (and a good glue was used here) but does anyone know what to use to unglue the two pieces? It's some type of metal attached to glass... I think the stand is adorable and would like to glue something a little nicer than a common amber juice glass to it.</p> <p>Thanks for your help!</p> <p>Sue</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=512#post-7523 Sun, 12 Jul 2009 22:12:26 +0000 Callef 7523@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've been thinking for a long time that I need a truck or SUV so I can buy more furniture. I see so much cool stuff at yard sales or on Craigslist, but I can only get small pieces into my car. My husband "says" I can borrow his Explorer anytime, but he grumbles about it, if ya know what I mean :) So which is best for hauling furniture? Seems like a pickup truck would hold more, but then you have to tie it down &#38; if there's a chance of rain, that's a problem. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=521#post-7726 Tue, 14 Jul 2009 13:50:22 +0000 Lila 7726@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I wrote about a door project a while back that me and friends were doing for Memphis Heritage Foundation Auction. Here is our finished project:<br /> <a href="http://www.picturetrail.com/sfx/album/view/22289680" rel="nofollow">http://www.picturetrail.com/sfx/album/view/22289680</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=514#post-7526 Mon, 13 Jul 2009 05:32:10 +0000 chiccottagejunk 7526@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I picked up this oldie - but not with the wonderful round bakelite keys - typewriter at a flea market yesterday. Although the bakelite keys are neat - they aren't the really old cool looking keys. Does anyone have any ideas for the keys or other pieces? Would you part it out or put it in your shop as is?</p> <p>Help?!</p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=502#post-7272 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 07:25:58 +0000 robolady 7272@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ki and Matthew Mead have finally announced their new magazine. It is still in the works, but they can finally tell us about it. Read her blog entry for today for more info.<br /> <a href="http://www.junkcamp.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.junkcamp.blogspot.com/</a></p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=494#post-7077 Mon, 06 Jul 2009 09:14:03 +0000 paintwife 7077@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>O.K. ladies put on your thinking caps. I couldn't resist buying these. I have a box of 12 wooden rollers that came off an old conveyer of some kind, they're about 8&quot; long and 3&quot; in diameter and just cool. Then I got about 30 of these hollow aluminum (very light weight) floats. I was told they were used for large fishing nets. Again very cool but what am I going to do with them LOL I couldn't pass 'em up I paid a buck for everything!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=505#post-7317 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 10:48:12 +0000 Leveta 7317@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found this yesterday at a TS for free. I've tried cleaning it but havn't had much luck getting much of the much grime of yesteryear off. Do any of you have a sulution(sp)??</p> <p> </p> <p>I didn't mean to put box on twice...lol... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=508#post-7444 Sat, 11 Jul 2009 07:22:38 +0000 gigi 7444@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>(after looking at post by callef on green scale)....got me thinking how i could still kick myself for giving away an old scale found very cheaply about 15 years back...couldn't decide exactly where/what i wanted to do with it after using it plain for about 5 yrs, thought it should be used more or in a more cute way, so when i couldn't think of a one!!??!! DUH!</p> <p>what item was your uh-duh kick myself </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=506#post-7412 Fri, 10 Jul 2009 19:53:55 +0000 The Farmers Wife 7412@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I thought that this was not really related to this community, but then realized it is a DIFFERENT kind of vintage...check out my blog to see:</p> <p><a href="http://www.thefarmerswifeiniowa.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.thefarmerswifeiniowa.blogspot.com</a></p> <p>:-) thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=438#post-5891 Mon, 01 Jun 2009 18:50:18 +0000 Leveta 5891@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I got my new country living today. There is a nice little articule in it "Retails Next Wave". Though it is short it is interesting... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=483#post-6756 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 17:53:52 +0000 lovetogarden46 6756@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I made another bird bath and wanted to share. I hope I posted this in the right place. If not sorry. Thanks.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=476#post-6673 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 17:18:15 +0000 junkinthetrunk 6673@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok, I am having a tough time making a decision about whether or not to take a Free, but unseen wheelbarrow. The owner says the wheel may never hold air again. I don't know if this is going to hinder me using it as a planter or not. Those of you who have done this already, what do you think? can you replace those tires easily? If not, are there any creative ways I can still use the wheelbarrow as a planter without the wheel? HELP!!! I have to let her know if I want it very soon... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=406#post-5551 Tue, 19 May 2009 17:29:48 +0000 kpd95 5551@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Any fun and creative ideas for LP's??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=496#post-7117 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 08:36:40 +0000 thehillbillies 7117@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Got stuck with this table at last week’s auction for $7.50... got out my trusty poly and with my daughter's help... put a few good coats on it...</p> <p>Gee- this turned out nice... wonder what it would look like in the house... </p> <p>Dang it... now I'm in a dilemma... it looks good in the house, but I really should sell it, since I have another big harvest table blocking the walkway through the house.</p> <p>I'll let you know what I decide...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=460#post-6321 Sat, 20 Jun 2009 21:04:44 +0000 csudderth 6321@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well, I finally got a project finished! This is the bird bath that I built for my sister's yard. The base is an artillery shell casing that I picked up in Canton for $3. It is about 36&quot; tall and 8&quot; in diameter and has a screw on lid for storing ammunition. The vendor had 3--I bought one and talked one of my sisters into buying one. Wish now I had bought the 3rd one now. When we were carrying them to the car a lady that we met looked at her husband and said that some of the junk people bought never ceased to amaze her. I told my sisters that after she saw the finished project she would want one too! LOL The top is a disc from a farm implement. The bird is just a bought one that I picked up in Canton. I'm going to weld my own bird for mine--I'll post pics when I finish. My husband painted the base for me--I really hated to paint over the original finish but the army green just blended into the greenery of the yard and you couldn't really see it. Anyway, it was a fun project.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=41#post-292 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 17:09:02 +0000 greenoak 292@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i wish there was a directory for good indiana junking places... sometimes i think about starting something like that....but never do it... i would gladly put it on my blog and site if one started up....im jealous of ohio...with the wonderful springfield extravaganza in may and september....its so great.... and the scotts show...<br /> here in indiana we have shipshewanna with all its auctions every wednesday , treasuremart in kokomo a huge consignment store..and our place with lots of barn junk...<br /> we do still have antique malls and antique shows..but they really arent what i would call good junking places...usually...<br /> where else?<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=504#post-7292 Thu, 09 Jul 2009 08:42:18 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 7292@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>this is so wierd to me....im here in corn country and deal with so many different people....<br /> 2 customers have told me about this....its a rope and an egg basket....and someone makes a chandelier out of it, the basket hangs at the end of the rope........they sell for 800$...a friend who owns a decor/gift company and goes to the big shows told me about it and said they are hugely popular and SELLING LIKE HOT CAKES........ then my buddy who does big fancy fleas told me the exACT same project but at 150$ AND THEY ARE SELLING LIKE HOTCAKES ..... ..<br /> can you believe it!!! isnt it something that some of you could make for 40$....<br /> its an old crusty egg basket and a big fat rope and some wiring..<br /> ..at $800 its cutting edge industrial for the richest in the know people.......to my rich farmer customers it would be a pathetic joke, and to many crafters it would be an easy $5o or 100$ project....i doubt if it would even sell here...my nice junky country girls would like it but would make their hubbys make it for 20$$$...<br /> .<br /> if it turns up in archetectural digest, in a fabulous new york loft, i wont be suprised...lol...<br /> i just bought several old eggbaskets covered with chicken #$$$% at the jackpot of junk auction i went to last saturday...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a><br /> .... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=482#post-6750 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 16:22:51 +0000 a vie Renouvele 6750@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've finally decided to jump in with both feet! I'm opening a Booth in a very nice Antique/Craft mall near me. They've got 2 openings now and I'm torn.............and a little scared! No, a LOT scared!<br /> There is a smaller booth at the back of the building in an out of the way area = cheap. Then the large booth right on the Market Square = lots of traffic but a much larger price tag. I've posted pictures of them on my blog if you'd like to take a look. TIA Linda<br /> <a href="http://handeddowntreasures.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://handeddowntreasures.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=488#post-6866 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 16:35:24 +0000 Meadowview Farm 6866@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>O.K.<br /> We began this little chat in another topic...but now, let's go bold and wish aloud. So -- if you could go to Junk Camp (yes, same title as Ki's blog) - what would you wish for, what would it be like?</p> <p>Yes, yes --- secret handshake is a must!!</p> <p>Put it out to the Universe, Junkers!<br /> Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=351#post-4656 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 16:37:34 +0000 Ki 4656@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found it! I was searching for the dog bed idea I produced for Country Home a few years back. I am currently working on another dog bed. I have all the pieces and I am really excited to build it. You will be the first to see it when it is finished! (Hope you can view it...click on the box and see if it works for you. If not I will scan and post again.)<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=430#post-5818 Thu, 28 May 2009 11:40:59 +0000 shamrockerin 5818@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I love to find cast away windows! They have so much potential!Here's what i do with them:</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=408#post-5615 Thu, 21 May 2009 17:40:51 +0000 Ki 5615@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The paint finally dried on my dog...eerrr...cat bed and the talent cooperated! Click on BLOG in the left sidebar for details!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=497#post-7146 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 16:11:31 +0000 Nifty Vintage 7146@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought a carbide tip bit for glass today but it just ain't working! I am trying to drill into a saucer and the saucer keeps breaking from the pressure. Should I get a diamond tip bit or what? Anyone have any experience with this? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=495#post-7113 Tue, 07 Jul 2009 08:13:53 +0000 thehillbillies 7113@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well- as you know, my husband is a stay at home college dad. We have a flea market coming up this weekend that I'm in charge of and I told him this week we needed to focus getting some stuff ready. </p> <p>When I got home, he had all this stuff done. Very jealous... while I'm sittig here waiting for the clock to tick down... he's playing with our junk!</p> <p>He did leave the painting up to me... I get to paint the shelf white... (but I wanted to build!!!)</p> <p>Will post pix of my flea market this weekend... have about 12 vendors. Pretty excited for my first one!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=404#post-5517 Sun, 17 May 2009 21:05:21 +0000 itsanevolution 5517@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am from Sugar Grove, Illinois. I am looking for a salvage shop. Years ago there use to be one on St. Charles Road in maybe Glen Ellyn area. It has since burned down and I am still very saddened.<br /> Does anyone know of other salvage yards....doors, sinks, tubs, windows etc.???<br /> I attend Kane County and Sanwich on a regular basis, but his salvage shop was so different...tons of supplies all organized by category. Lots of good JUNK. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=492#post-7009 Sun, 05 Jul 2009 07:42:07 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 7009@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i got to go to the best auctionin years yesterday..just piles and piles of stuff....and so reasonable..<br /> i really thought of all of you ...and the junk world ....there was so much for us and wonderful raw materials for all our projects....i got some real cheap and will have some happy buyers i hope...<br /> the guy was an example of a packrat without any normal boundaries....he had many acres and many big buildings plus lots of trailers..... they were all full..there was lots of total trash, silk flowers, magazines, bad plastic....but mostly great farm stuff and iron scrap....<br /> i put some of the pics on my blog <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a><br /> enjoy!!!<br /> cheeers ann </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=485#post-6793 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 05:32:45 +0000 chiccottagejunk 6793@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok, I've been bed/couch ridden with a really bad flu or food poisoning since Sat. night, yesterday was the turning point and I'm starting to feel better. Then I see on Craigslist that there is an estate sale about 1/2 an hour away set up on a farm on 30 hay wagons. It rained last night, I have a slight headache, but had hoped to maybe get out to pick up a few groceries today...can you see where this is going? Hehehe...</p> <p>Do I run out to pick up the groceries and drive a bit further to the sale? My husband would just kill me...but someone told me about this sale a couple of weeks ago and I was hoping that I wouldn't miss it. Someone be sensible and tell me to stay put - would you? Or would you all just say get-over the couch and get over to the sale?!?!?! </p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=489#post-6938 Fri, 03 Jul 2009 20:24:34 +0000 dianeinthevalley 6938@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So our local auctioneer always has an auction Jan 1, Memorial Day, 4th of July and labor day. So i had to go preview and you really had to use your imagination with a lot of things and some were still covered up because of rain, anyway saw this and just had to post it. Diane </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=462#post-6329 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 11:20:52 +0000 lovecrafting 6329@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have been offline for awhile as we are in the process of buying a house and had everything turned off in anticipation of moving.Well, the move is not progressing as quickly as we had hoped but it will happen sometime soon (or so we've been told).In the meantime I am going to try to keep up as best I can using whatever internet connection I can get on my laptop.</p> <p> I have been looking at some of the posts I have missed and boy have you all been busy!</p> <p> Also wanted to let anyone know who will be close to Arkansas know about the Bargains Galore on 64 event. It is a 160 mile yard sale event that takes place on August 13-15. Not quite the worlds longest yard sale but sure there will be plenty of bargains for those of us who can't make it to the big one. I know I'll be there for this one! hope this photo comes thru-it is the sign we found posted in a shop window. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=486#post-6819 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 09:19:35 +0000 thehillbillies 6819@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>o.k. I'd like to take a mini-vacation with my husband. We both love antiquing, junking, etc. We are on a tight budget since he's not working and going back to school. But I didn't know if there was any place around the southern part of Minnesota that would be a good couple day trip for us to take a break.</p> <p>Probably going to be a lot of looking... but didn't know if there were a few spots clumped together that we could hit one day and then drive somewhere else the next.</p> <p>Any thoughts? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=470#post-6550 Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:35:15 +0000 SecondHandRosie 6550@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Did not realize until I got my e-mail of names and addresses for the Sisterhood of the Traveling Junk box that there were so many of us on here from Arkansas! I think there was like four of us out of the twelve!</p> <p>Anybody want to participate in a post about good junking places in Arkansas? I'm in Batesville (about two hours north of Little Rock) and there are several antique/junk places within driving distance of here. Batesville, itself, has a few places and then there's Hardy, Arkansas, about 30 miles to the north. The downtown area (the main drag) is almost all antique and junk shops. Mountain View, Arkansas also has a couple of good flea markets.</p> <p>Anybody else want to chime in? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=241#post-2779 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 06:40:16 +0000 kera33 2779@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok so I have started my own blog. Its still under construction, but some of my projects are on there and more to come!</p> <p>Thanks,<br /> Randi </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=473#post-6597 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 20:35:22 +0000 Nifty Vintage 6597@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Anyone have a any great craft ideas for Halloween and Fall? I love, love, love Halloween especially. I made a life size mummy last year for the front yard. :) I'm trying to find things for display in my booth or yard. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=487#post-6837 Thu, 02 Jul 2009 13:05:50 +0000 Leveta 6837@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found this saucer yesterday for .35, I bought abunch of things for the totems on a stick also. What do you think?? Sell it like it is??</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=468#post-6514 Fri, 26 Jun 2009 14:43:35 +0000 junxtaposition 6514@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>hi, has anyone ever been to or set up at the country living fair in columbus oh?? i just got accepted for this year and was wondering if anyone has any info or tips? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=481#post-6733 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 11:36:14 +0000 junkinthetrunk 6733@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was given several pieces of enamelware including some pots, a large bowl that has rust and holes in the bottom, and a few rectangular dish/pan type pieces. I know my first instinct was to plant in them, but I feel like I do that with everything. I will try to go out and take a picture of the lot and post it soon. I just need ideas what to do with them cause right now they are just sitting there. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=464#post-6343 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 16:31:47 +0000 The Farmers Wife 6343@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am having a summer sale July 16-17. I need some fun ideas for a name or title for my sale - I have only thought of "Summer Junkin" Anybody have any fun ideas?? Also, if you are bored, check out my blog - we had some flooding in Iowa on Friday night! We are very lucky - it is amazing what nature can do!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=479#post-6716 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 09:07:48 +0000 junkinthetrunk 6716@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Since I am new here I just wanted to see who else is in IL, where in the state you are and what your favorite spots are! Can't wait to see your responses...I'll start....</p> <p>I am in northern Illinois, McHenry IL to be more specific. I haven't traveled far for any of my finds, most come from right here in my own city at garage sales or resale/thrift stores. We have a large Salvation Army in town, and then there are three resale and one other thrift store I frequent. I have never been to an auction...haven't really seen them around up here, not like back home anyway. I also like to venture to my hometown, Streator IL, in central IL and go to garage sales, estate sales with my sister. We have also been known to find a few freebies out for the trash :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=461#post-6323 Sat, 20 Jun 2009 21:13:38 +0000 paxnovus 6323@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>wood ideas are really cool like flags painted on junk wood pieces -- the gnarlier looking the cooler they look...have any ideas to share for the 4th?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=421#post-5720 Tue, 26 May 2009 13:19:20 +0000 tricia 5720@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>yesterday we went out to the lake for a picnic ...of course the wind came up and I was wishing a had some anchors for the corners of the table cloth, I've seen the idea, but don't remember how they made them...something attached to clothes pins. any one have simple instructions? I have a friend who invites us for breakfast at the lake on the fourth of July. She found a heavy square metal lid to an old fashioned washing machine, which she uses as a griddle over the fire for bacon, eggs, and sausages, quite a neat idea. these are hard to find I imagine. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=478#post-6688 Wed, 01 Jul 2009 06:37:04 +0000 thehillbillies 6688@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>O.k. Still a little overtired. I went to an auction last night and got this crock... I like crocks, have a few, but they are all marked Red Wing or Western... this one isn't... I have spent some time this morning trying to look it up... but thought if any of you out there are better at Crocks 101 than myself... you could tell me easier than me looking it up all day on the internet...</p> <p>Thanks ladies! and any gentlemen out there!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=284#post-3522 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 12:59:34 +0000 DPumm 3522@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The shop owner where I sell at bought 15 wooden folding ladders at a sale for $2 each and was asking if I had some ideas to decorate them or remake in to something else. The only thing I could think of off hand was to put boards across one or two to make into shelfs. She saw one that had a birdhouse and flower pots attached to it and wants me to fix up a couple like that. So any ways, of course I thought of this forum :^). Has anyone got any ideas or pictures to share using ladders? Thamks, Diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=477#post-6685 Tue, 30 Jun 2009 22:15:55 +0000 linlahlum 6685@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I’m looking for some metal grille pieces (I don’t know the proper name for these. ) I see them offered in stores like Hobby Lobby, as “Metal wall art”, mostly in a Victorian style, but I can’t find the width I need, which is around 6 inches wide. Ideally it would be a rectangle, 6 by 47 inches long, but if they happened to be shorter, and I had several, I could just stack them into a frame or mount a series of them to a piece of wood. </p> <p>I want to fill in extra space in a wood project, and the space I need to fill is about 6 inches wide by 47 high, and I thought some green or bronze patinaed metal would look nice with the dark stained wood. Original color doesn’t really matter, I can always paint them. </p> <p>The nearest architectural salvage place is hours away, so I need either a store or the internet. I did a google search but mostly come up with parts for the wrong kind of “grill”!</p> <p>Thanks for any suggestions. I'm posting to a few forums since I don't know who might use these in their projects. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=475#post-6633 Mon, 29 Jun 2009 18:02:31 +0000 Marge 6633@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Remember when we were told our Country Home subscriptions would be fulfilled by Better Homes &#38; Gardens? I still haven't received the replacement magazine. Have any of you? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=269#post-3252 Sat, 21 Mar 2009 21:02:08 +0000 robolady 3252@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok, here's how this works. You must post a picture. The re-purpose needs to have very little done to the original object, to make it the new object that it now is. Paint is OK, Mounting to a piece of wood is ok, but as little as possible. Let's see your quick and easy repurposes. Here's mine. Old Dish Dryer, becomes desk organizer. I smile every time I look at this, it has made my life so much easier. All my papers are right there, easy to see, and my pens/pencils, and scissors are very hand. I can even slide my stapler underneath the pencil basket part. Easy as 1,2,3...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=453#post-6179 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 07:20:44 +0000 robolady 6179@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>In case you've wondered where I've been, I'be been in a mad dash to get ready for my new booth space at Winnie and Tulula's. yesterday was the grand opening and I feel that I can rest now. I decided less than 2 weeks ago to join in on this wonderful venture, and have been cleaning, pricing and buying since. Gloria of Sweet Pea Collection, decided to open a mall for "dealers that don't color between the lines". You can read more about it on my blog at<br /> <a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/</a><br /> and by clicking the Junk Seal of Approval on the Gallery Page.<br /> Thanks Ki for all your support, and friendship.<br /> It was a Hootin Hollerin Great time. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=466#post-6404 Tue, 23 Jun 2009 08:24:11 +0000 Ki 6404@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Join in the fun! Junk Revolution’s traveling junk experiment is about to begin! After considering everyone’s ideas and much junk brain damage, here is the plan…</p> <p>I will pack up a small flat rate USPS box with 12 small but cool junk items along with a list of 12 participants and addresses. Included in the box will be Chuck, our junk Boy Scout mascot.</p> <p>When you receive the box you will be instructed to:</p> <p>1. Carefully open box.(Our goal is to reuse the same box for the entire experiment.)</p> <p>2. Check out the junk treasures and keep one favorite.</p> <p>3. Replace your pick with another piece of cool junk.</p> <p>4. Take a photo of your junk pick and post under this topic, if you like. Also we would love to see a photo of Chuck hangin’ out with you and your junk or visiting a flea…what ever you think Chuck would enjoy.</p> <p>5. Repack box (don’t forget to include Chuck) and mail to the next person on the list within 3-5 days.</p> <p>6. You are responsible for the $4.95 to ship. </p> <p>7. When the box makes the complete circle I will post the new contents and we may start all over again!</p> <p>Note: Junk does not need to be expensive to be cool!<br /> Box dimensions 5 3/8” x 8 5/8” x 1 5/8” </p> <p>If you are interested in participating let me know by commenting below. Also, you must email your address to <a href="mailto:moderator@junkrevolution.com">moderator@junkrevolution.com</a> to be added to the list.</p> <p>We will limit the experiment to the first 12 trusty junkers that respond and email the moderator. Chuck will begin his journey July 6th 2009. If all goes well, Sisterhood of the Traveling Junk will be repeated in the fall. Let the traveling junk experiment begin!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=467#post-6417 Tue, 23 Jun 2009 15:43:35 +0000 karla333 6417@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Anyone willing to share pictures from previous years Junk Bonanza?</p> <p>I'd Love to see them!!! Thank YOU! Karla </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=471#post-6551 Sat, 27 Jun 2009 11:43:23 +0000 SecondHandRosie 6551@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The only things I've ever seen done with them are using them as table legs and painting them to look like people, etc. Saw two big boxes of them at a sale this morning and passed them up. I look the shape and weight of them, but just couldn't think of anything that I could do with them. (Don't blame me - the weather was hot and my old head was tired! LOL)</p> <p>What can be done with those neat looking things!? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=360#post-4803 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 09:22:17 +0000 thehillbillies 4803@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know it's spring for most of us all... some of us earlier than others... I just had to post a pix of the flowers I picked up from my small little shop uptown that I sell my stuff in. These petunias are HUGE and they were only $18.00 a piece... most other places would have them at $30.00 plus. There are only two plants... and each fits in my wine barrels perfectly. (They look alittle sad because we've had high winds and 3+ inches of rain in the last two days!!!)</p> <p>Anyone else have any spring flowers they want to share?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=472#post-6587 Sun, 28 Jun 2009 17:57:05 +0000 SecondHandRosie 6587@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I laid in bed last night and got so creative (mentally only!) that I could barely stand myself! LOL (Do you guys ever do that?)</p> <p>Anyway...I've gotten two or three pieces lately, a wrought iron planter, a globe, etc. that are all kind of a chippy white/neutral/no color look. I'm wanting to put all of them in my booth at the same time. Then I got to thinking about doing the whole booth with that theme and leaving it for awhile.</p> <p>My question is this - when you guys have several items to sell that are related, do you go ahead and put them out to sell, or wait until you have enough to really "do it up right"? TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=409#post-5618 Thu, 21 May 2009 20:52:22 +0000 tricia 5618@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have a picture clipped from a magazine where they used a set of old china dishes buried half way in the ground, one next to the other as a flower garden border. I'm on the lookout for a set to use. I have "planted" old spoons and forks with interesting handles in the garden for visitors to spy. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=465#post-6353 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 19:13:46 +0000 momlvcntrt 6353@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>can anyone recommend a good digital camera at a fairly low price that takes good close ups. my daughter is looking for one </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=463#post-6338 Sun, 21 Jun 2009 15:40:41 +0000 LuAnn 6338@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Idea from a junk fair. I used license plates from the bicentenial (Michigan)--loved the red/white/blue color. The ones I've seen are painted all one color. I will just paint the wood areas--probably white. JH help put this together with scrap wood from around the house. Hope you like this.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=458#post-6222 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 21:55:09 +0000 karla333 6222@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Recently heard from Ki that I was accepted as a vendor for this years Junk Boananza. Yeah. I'm already looking forward to the shopping for myself part :) </p> <p>Question for past vendors OR anyone with advise (can never get too much of that - smile) can you tell me about what the attendance was at last years bonanza? We've did a few day shows over the last 7 years but mainly just sell in our studio and have a few wholesale accounts. Never did a 3 day show before and honestly, a bit freaked just in trying to figure out how much inventory I need. As awesome as it would be to run out, I'd Hate to run out (if that makes sense....) but you just never know how your lines will go (the majority of our "products" are upcycled lines) over either so the hard question is how much to invest in inventory. Any tips you can give me along this line OR just show tips in general would be GREATLY appreciated. </p> <p>Thanks in advance! Karla </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=321#post-4166 Mon, 06 Apr 2009 11:46:22 +0000 lovecrafting 4166@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A friend gave me these and I have no idea what to do with them. They were made to hold slides. The frames come apart and there are 2 pieces of glass that come out so you can sandwich the slide between them. I made a few sun catchers to hang in the window but I have 120 of these and don't need that many sun catchers. I know you wonderfully creative folks can help me wth some creative ideas!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=376#post-5045 Mon, 04 May 2009 22:04:51 +0000 chiccottagejunk 5045@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Would anyone be interested in starting up some traveling junk? Not necessarily a contest, but maybe something like this:</p> <p>Ki - would this be possible?</p> <p>Let's say that anyone interested in taking part would email you their username, real name and address. Then Ki - founder of this site - might send out one piece of junk to the first person on her compiled list. The person receiving the piece of junk adds one piece of his/her junk to the original piece using glue, wire, string, ribbon, wire, etc. Then the second person sends the junk on to the third and so on and so on...adding things that hopefully won't make it too heavy to pay for shipping to the next person. Each person would post a picture of the "junk" after they have added their item (before sending it to the next person)</p> <p>Am I nuts? I'm up WAY past my bed time, so I might read this in the morning and think I've totally lost it. Wait a minute - I already HAVE totally lost it - I collect junk! LOL.</p> <p>Anyway, if this sounds feasible, great, if not, you can't say that I don't have imagination! </p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=457#post-6212 Mon, 15 Jun 2009 15:22:07 +0000 menmyhouse 6212@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi All! I am new to the forum but someone who's not so new to Junk Revolution suggested that I come on over and post an invite to my Junk Party this coming Thursday...it's a blog party and you can get more details at <a href="http://www.menmyhouseblog.blogspot.com." rel="nofollow">www.menmyhouseblog.blogspot.com.</a> It's going to be so much fun and if you post the button/badge on your site/blog, you're automatically entered for a giveaway from Me &#38; My House...yup, more FREE pretty, cool junk! </p> <p>Okay,hope to see some of you on Thursday! Have a great week and I can't wait to get more involved over here too!</p> <p>-Kennesha<br /> <a href="http://www.menmyhouseblog.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.menmyhouseblog.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=455#post-6187 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 13:03:56 +0000 Leveta 6187@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought these sometimes back...Why?? Don't really know except I really liked them..I don't want to make planters out of them. I don't know if they would be to small for shelves in my shop. But what ever I do with them will be for in the shop one way or another...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=337#post-4483 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 17:28:39 +0000 VanessaKae 4483@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just thought I would show you my daughter's Easter dress. I made it using a thrifted bedsheet and part of a thrifted dresser scarf. I always look at sheets and pillowcases when I am junking. You can use the &quot;fabric&quot; for so many things. We don't have a fabric store in our town and I wasn't sure what I was going to use for the dress. This sheet that I had purchased at Goodwill over a year ago worked great! I had actually already used part of it to make a pillow case for my daughter. There is still some left for another project.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=202#post-2167 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 12:03:23 +0000 SecondHandRosie 2167@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Bought four huge bags of them at a resale shop for $1.00 a bag. Love them - now what can I do with them? LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=39#post-280 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 11:52:52 +0000 DPumm 280@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The shop I sell in wants to do a big display for the birds this spring. She said bird houses, feeders, baths, cages, cloth or wood birds any thing bird related. I paint on stuff and like to make things from old stuff so was wondering if anyone had some good ideas they would like to share, please. Diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=61#post-534 Sat, 17 Jan 2009 21:35:51 +0000 jcreviston 534@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I scored pretty well today.. went to the Habitat for Humanity Re-Sale Store.. (great stuff)</p> <p>So I was just sneeking around while my Mom was buying a screen door for her patio glass door (since hers blew far away in a hurricane)</p> <p>I saw an old feeder truck (tractor trailer, sorry about the UPS lingo) went in to find tons of CHEAP stuff. </p> <p>So, I got a great frame .25, an iron chair soo cute 1.00 (gave it to my Mom after all she will be 50 this year lol) 3 old porch lights 2.00, and a chandelier 1.00.. not to mention yesterday I bought a bookcase for 5.00.. off our local yard sale site (its UGLY right now! so pardon it lol)</p> <p>I'm still not totally sure what I am going to do with everything.. the porch lights are going to be candle holders, I might actully use the chandelier as one.. lol</p> <p>Here is a picture of everything.. if you have ideas.. serve them up!</p> <p>Oh, if your out there robojunker/Margo I LOVE YOUR WEBSITE!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=452#post-6175 Sat, 13 Jun 2009 18:21:55 +0000 momlvcntrt 6175@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>just to let everyone know some people will go out of their way to help others even when they dont know them an redneck chick is one of them. thanks again </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=454#post-6186 Sun, 14 Jun 2009 11:59:06 +0000 Leveta 6186@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Was there apost about tipsy pots on here?? Have any of you painted them by hand... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=451#post-6152 Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:14:37 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 6152@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i love to hear whats sellling in diferent areas...also what would you like to find for resale? .cheap little tables or chairs for porch and garden are usually winners here...and containers...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> .... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=429#post-5806 Wed, 27 May 2009 19:37:48 +0000 nebrjunk456 5806@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I had the pleasure of visiting my cousin's garden this weekend. Thought I would share with you some of the beautiful things I took photos of, keep in mind that she is 68 years old and maintains a huge flower garden, but boy is it amazing, just as she is!!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=449#post-6111 Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:01:48 +0000 jillruth 6111@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought a whole tub of old casters, porcelaine, wood, metal, ...at an auction Sun. Does anyone have any ideas for a project with them?<br /> Thanks for any help!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=439#post-5903 Tue, 02 Jun 2009 10:13:32 +0000 taligirl 5903@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi! I am looking for good junk places in and near Charlotte, NC and Rock Hill SC. I actually live in SC....so Greenville, Spartanburg...etc...would be awesome to know about! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=171#post-1686 Mon, 16 Feb 2009 07:16:12 +0000 Meadowview Farm 1686@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So - second part of the "How do you" questions. Let's talk auctions here. What are your tips, strategies? Do you have a story to tell about auctioning? Time to again, tell all...<br /> Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=445#post-5969 Fri, 05 Jun 2009 05:58:45 +0000 Meadowview Farm 5969@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I enjoyed this past Thursday in Minnesota at some of the wonderful antique malls and occasional sales. I also noticed items purchased from my own antique booth for sale at other malls/sales. What surprised me was the mark-up on those items purchased from me. As I know what they paid, I was surprised to often see minimal to no mark-up (wow, that is called 0 profit). I know that if I purchase an item, my plan is to at least double my money --- I also look to try to address my other gas expense for the day through resale. </p> <p>So, my question...what is your Mark-up? Do you have a plan when you purchase regarding resale?</p> <p>Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=447#post-6013 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 12:07:49 +0000 LuAnn 6013@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here is &quot;farmer pete&quot; as he sits guard of my new vegetable garden. He also has some &quot;miniature&quot; plants from a friend which I plan on turning into &quot;fairy&quot; gardens and maybe a &quot;mini&quot; hosta garden. There is also a pic of my finished garden. Now all I need is for some sun and occasionally some rain to get it growing.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=442#post-5922 Wed, 03 Jun 2009 06:30:28 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 5922@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>we are doing pretty well on our etsy.. about 75 sales so far <a href="http://www.gypsymarket.etsy.com" rel="nofollow">www.gypsymarket.etsy.com</a> ..but i sure dont understand how they find anything on there.... the categories are so huge when you can put so many search words on.....<br /> i dont have time to chat on their boards..or maybe i havent learned...<br /> but any tricks out there to help the buyers find you?<br /> thanks<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=416#post-5697 Tue, 26 May 2009 05:28:23 +0000 junxtaposition 5697@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>what happened to the 'projects' section of the site? is it just me..i cant get it to come up anymore?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=440#post-5915 Tue, 02 Jun 2009 19:33:17 +0000 lovetogarden46 5915@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hubby and I are looking for some of the sales that go through different states. We're pretty flexible so any would be considered.<br /> Thanks for any suggestions. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=448#post-6035 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 18:51:02 +0000 robolady 6035@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I decided to step out of my comfort zone and go into another mall in a nearby town. It's a concept mall and will be filled with cool junk. The tag line is &quot;not your Mother's antique mall&quot;. I decided to get a piece that I found last weekend while junking with Ki. It's an old clock from a bank. We picked it up today and it will be my &quot;statement piece&quot; in my new space.<br /> We removed the glass for transport. The clock is put together like a stained glass window. The sign is a thick milk glass.<br /> The clock and sign were originally 2 sided. I have most of the pieces for the other side of the clock and put it back together like a puzzle. Any ideas as to what I could do with this. I'm wanting some sort of art piece to keep.</p> <p>Here are the pics.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=441#post-5917 Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:30:57 +0000 csudderth 5917@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does anyone have any experience with the 82/287 garage sale this Friday and Saturday in Texas. It is suppose to be 350 miles long. I live in Ardmore, OK (just North of Gainesville, TX) and I was wondering which part of the sale would be best to go to if I just have one day. I don't want to spend all my time driveing looking for sales. I would appreciate any input you can give me.<br /> Christy </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=446#post-6000 Sat, 06 Jun 2009 06:35:50 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 6000@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>this really moved me..its from an old customer who came thru the store yesterday..and its kind of about junk.... a life almost demolished and on the junkheap....and rehabbing, and making lemonade out of lemons....and its outsider art!! which i really like<br /> <a href="http://www.alcoholicoutsiderartist.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.alcoholicoutsiderartist.blogspot.com</a> <a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylQZhgx6HWI&#38;feature=player_embedded" rel="nofollow">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ylQZhgx6HWI&#38;feature=player_embedded</a><br /> enjoy<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=365#post-4898 Fri, 01 May 2009 10:10:58 +0000 thehillbillies 4898@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was in the middle of cleaning the house today and each time I went to dump my mop pail I noticed a robin flying off my front porch... after investigating... I found this in my porch display that I was so pumped about a few weeks ago!!!</p> <p>I had to take a close up picture because it is truely amazing how they make their nests... I haven't seen one this big this close up...</p> <p>I suppose I will let him enjoy my porch... he must like my junk!!!</p> <p>Thought you all might enjoy! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=444#post-5937 Wed, 03 Jun 2009 12:12:56 +0000 vintage 5937@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi All,</p> <p>I'm fairly new here. My name is Candy and I'm a vintage clothing dealer from Mass.</p> <p>Currently I'm moving my inventory from a detached rental unit on my property into my house. It's quite a task but I'm almost there. Unfortunately, the entire 900 square feet of stuff can't all make it into the house so some of it will be going in lots on eBay or to a local auctioneer. </p> <p>One of the items, or groups of items, that I thought might have some interest to some of you is lace. I have piles and piles of it from all eras starting with early Victorian through the 1940s or 50s. I've grouped it into light and dark laces and was planning to make up smaller lots for shipping purposes on eBay but I'd be happy to sell some of it privately if anyone here would be interested. I haven't taken photos yet but I can if anyone is interested.</p> <p>I also have a vintage suitcase filled with later (40s - 60s) novelty fabrics cut into quilt sized pieces.</p> <p>I need to get all of this out and thought you all might have some interest for your projects. I'll look forward to hearing from you guys! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=309#post-3929 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 10:37:32 +0000 lovecrafting 3929@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have 2 small booths that are each 4X8 and I am just not creative with my set up. I would love to see some pics of your booths. Would love to see some small booth set ups! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=443#post-5926 Wed, 03 Jun 2009 07:50:32 +0000 Marge 5926@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am not responsible for collecting/saving/stockpiling junk -- it is in my genes. I knew that a long time ago, just not the extent of my mom's junk. She didn't buy or collect other people's junk to repurpose or reuse, she just didn't throw any of her own junk away. She recently moved to an apartment and her house and garage are yielding even more cool stuff than I thought they would!! Another little piece of heaven on earth. :) </p> <p>Marge<br /> <a href="http://www.emmasnookandgranny.com/" rel="nofollow">http://www.emmasnookandgranny.com/</a></p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=366#post-4904 Fri, 01 May 2009 11:34:15 +0000 Leveta 4904@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Someone gave me a samll older bookshelve. It's white and wobblely right now. After it's sured up and stable I want to paint it. What colors are in this yr? I thought like and off or antique white and the inside back another color or maybe material for a splash of color...Ideals please... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=435#post-5868 Sun, 31 May 2009 08:07:21 +0000 robolady 5868@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Sorry it is taking me so long to get pictures posted. Life has been a little busy around here. On Friday Ki and I headed up to Gladewater Texas to see Rebecca (Bucharoo) from this message board. She had a great reception for us and here is a group shot with the very famous Pug, Penny. Rebecca is in the center holding Penny. I'll have a write up on my blog on Tuesday with more pics. Thanks Rebecca for the great reception. Everyone showed Ki and Kerry what &quot;southern hospitality&quot; really is. Loved the shop too.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=437#post-5875 Sun, 31 May 2009 20:45:55 +0000 lovetogarden46 5875@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does anyone have a idea how to use some pvc or something to make a cover for our deck that we can take down each year. I was wanting to grow virginia creeper on it. Will it stick to the pvc? thanks for any ideas. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=433#post-5849 Sat, 30 May 2009 07:10:30 +0000 momlvcntrt 5849@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>visiting my daughter and behind her place is a huge pile of junk. found about 8-10 wire baskets and sone old metal buckets. going to go back today to see what else i can find....lol </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=412#post-5649 Fri, 22 May 2009 19:24:30 +0000 Reen 5649@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My best friend decided she didn't want any parties or fancy gifts for her 40th birthday. She wants to spend that weekend doing The World's Longest Yard Sale!! Of course I was thrilled with this idea. Has anyone done this. I would love to hear any input about the best areas, places to stay and eat, etc. We'll be starting on the south end as I'm in Atlanta and she's in Charlotte. Any info is appreciated.<br /> Thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=436#post-5872 Sun, 31 May 2009 13:32:37 +0000 tricia 5872@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Knowinng that I like old things, our librarian suggested a favorite book or hers NO TIME ON MY HANDS BY Nellie Synder Yost. In May her collection of quilts was on display at the Internation Quilt Museum in Lincoln. Her book spans her life from pioneer days to the 1970's {?). fascinating and humorous stories. I believe this is where I read her tell about her mother calling what she had available her "possibles". They didn't always have a lot as in food, but she would start by looking at what she had as possibilitites. My friend who saw the quilt exibit, said she would start with a few scraps and create what is now considered a work of art. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=434#post-5853 Sat, 30 May 2009 11:19:05 +0000 robolady 5853@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ki left Texas this morning and headed back to MN. She'll have lots of pics and news when she gets back, so check her blog next week. I'll be updating mine during the week with pics and stories of our visit. Ki and her husband Kerry are the sweetest folks. I haven't had that much fun in a long time. Ki's got some great stuff in store for the near future so you'll want to keep an eye out for the scoop.<br /> See my blog for pics next week.<br /> <a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/</a><br /> Margo </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=432#post-5838 Fri, 29 May 2009 08:19:03 +0000 robolady 5838@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We had a great time yesterday, and a busy day planned for today.<br /> To see some pics of our day yesterday in Canton, go to my blog.<br /> <a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=347#post-4628 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 10:04:13 +0000 Ki 4628@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My dear friend Matthew recently produced a wonderful article for Victoria Magazine. I am a huge fan of his style and I adore him. Check out his blog and post a comment to keep his delightful and creative stories coming. I personally would like to see more from Matthew and his team! (He will be a contributing editor in Better Homes and Gardens this year, as well.)</p> <p><a href="http://www.matthewmeadstyle.com/blog/2009/04/22/grass-roots-effort-victoria-magazine/" rel="nofollow">http://www.matthewmeadstyle.com/blog/2009/04/22/grass-roots-effort-victoria-magazine/</a></p> <p>It has been a crazy time for Matthew and I since the closing of Country Home, but I believe the journey is just beginning!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=428#post-5798 Wed, 27 May 2009 18:49:26 +0000 nebrjunk456 5798@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Last time Margo post a picture of her favorite work shoes, everyone had a lot of fun with that post. This weekend was spent with my family and we took tons of photos but this one is one of my favorites. Thought maybe it would INSPIRE you to get together with you family,your flip flops, and your feet and see what kind of photos you could come up with to share with the rest of us. Can't wait to see what everyone else comes up with!!!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=427#post-5796 Wed, 27 May 2009 18:36:58 +0000 nebrjunk456 5796@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>On the way to my class reunion this weekend I happened to be driving through West Point, Nebraska and spotted this recycled cycle, jeep-icopter, and bunch of smaller projects in the backyard. Couldn't resist to stop and snap a photo of them to share with all of you. This person is quite creative, don't you think?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=425#post-5769 Wed, 27 May 2009 10:47:21 +0000 Leveta 5769@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Is there anyway to put everyones blog in one spot? Sometimes It's hard to find a certain one and if there was a spot for those on here's blog you could go to it and find who every your looking for...I guess this is intelligable... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=172#post-1708 Mon, 16 Feb 2009 18:44:06 +0000 gigi 1708@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>it can be in your geographic location (things you've seen) or just your own personal experience(things you, yourself make-sell, etc) </p> <p>what has been your best/quickest/easiest/simplest...etc. craft that you have made-sold that you still cannot believe people have bought for the prices they did-do.</p> <p>or most inexpensive thing that you made a tremendous amount on? (i.e. picked up item from a curb, cleaned and sold for $100 or whatever)</p> <p>i love these stories plus it's nice to hear what is going in different areas around the u.s. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=424#post-5768 Wed, 27 May 2009 10:45:52 +0000 robolady 5768@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As you all know we will be at First Monday in Canton on Thursday, and we've added a stop for Gladewater, if anyone wants to make the trip.<br /> We will be at<br /> Rebecca's Antiques and Collectibles<br /> 112 W. Pacific<br /> Gladewater, TX 75647</p> <p>at 3:30 on Friday<br /> Bucharoo will have some Bodacious Brownies from Glory Bee and something to wet your whistle.</p> <p>Thanks Bucharoo for hosting this.</p> <p>See you there, or at First Monday trades days, Thursday May 28 12:00-1:00 in the Veranda.<br /> located on the Canton grounds in a big metal building at roads 43 &#38; 43A - by the creek, just across from "The Porch" </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=423#post-5749 Wed, 27 May 2009 08:06:05 +0000 momlvcntrt 5749@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>does anyone know of a free website where you can print your own announcements or of a way to make your own. things really tight right now and what they want for them is terrible. cant afford right now.would rather put them money into his gift. thanks for any help<br /> heidi </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=418#post-5703 Tue, 26 May 2009 07:31:19 +0000 Leveta 5703@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Can you tell me the steps to putting an embelishment (like pic's or something like) on top my blue cart. It look so plain. Do I use Mod Podge first the a poly? Help!!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=415#post-5682 Mon, 25 May 2009 12:19:40 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 5682@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>im wanting to make a framed cork board.... how thick does the cork have to be? what about backing? im figuring i will be able to find sheet cork at lowes or soameplace like that... any hints appreciated..thanks<br /> ..ann...<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=414#post-5671 Sun, 24 May 2009 06:33:15 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 5671@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i was just reading redneckchics blog about bling..so inspiring!!!.....im on a mission now....... im going to be saving all my reject rhinestones and make something i have wanted to try for a long time.... a junk jewelry encrusted bust....starting with a frenchy wire corset about 3 ft tall....<br /> its kind of a dress form, but just the torso...maybe i will wrap it in something and then adhere the jewels.....<br /> im not too good at the gluing...but i know there is lot of good info on here.... .<br /> what a fun read her blog was..!!the fun junk show tour and her booth , her big sign was great as well.....<br /> ann .<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=413#post-5665 Sat, 23 May 2009 14:32:31 +0000 robolady 5665@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I love their displays and their stuff. Be sure to take a look if you haven't already. Lots of inspiration there.<br /> <a href="http://www.jenniferpricestudio.com/collection.htm" rel="nofollow">http://www.jenniferpricestudio.com/collection.htm</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=189#post-1976 Sat, 21 Feb 2009 06:41:33 +0000 Maggie 1976@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm wanting to know, what kind of saw to use to cut plexiglass? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=410#post-5624 Thu, 21 May 2009 21:50:43 +0000 tricia 5624@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Any ideas for making bee hives(spiral type) and buterflies for garden art? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=392#post-5326 Tue, 12 May 2009 10:34:17 +0000 Ki 5326@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As many of you know I spent the winter with my folks on their farm in Ocala Florida. Time to head home. I have talked my husband, Kerry, into the scenic route via Canton Texas. I timed my trip back to coincide with First Monday Trade Days. Margo (Robolady) has graciously offered us a place to sleep and a guided tour of Canton. (I have been there once before for Country Home Magazine, but didn't get a chance to explore all the good junk spots.) Margo is going to plan a meeting spot in Canton on Thursday May 28, so if you are at the flea, come say hi!</p> <p>My plan is to check out junk hot spots, antique stores,and greasy spoons along our drive. I could use some suggestions. If they aren't too far out of the way and we are passing through during daylight hours I intend to stop and smell the junk! I thoroughly enjoyed readers recommendations for my trip to FL last January.</p> <p>The second leg of my trip is Tyler to Minneapolis. Mapquest says my route will be:<br /> 271N to 69N to 44E to 71N to 435N to 35N to 35W-N to 494W. Whew! 1005 miles.<br /> I will post a separate topic for the trip from Florida to Texas. Can't wait to read about and visit your fav spots! I promise to take lots of pics!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=411#post-5639 Fri, 22 May 2009 10:12:11 +0000 robolady 5639@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I can't believe it, I'm gonna get to junk with the junk queen herself.<br /> This is a dream come true for me. Over the past year, I've gotten to know Ki and she is such a sweetheart. She is a genuine person, down to earth, She is exactly what you would expect her to be. She's got big plans for the future and I'm happy so happy for her. We could not have a better spokesperson for our cause.</p> <p>Anyway, We'd love for you to come out to our little Meet N greet at First Monday in Canton. I'd love to hear if you are going to try to make it. We are also planning a visit to Bucharoo's place in Gladewater on Friday. Will have more info about that later.</p> <p>In case you haven't been following my blog. My son moved out, so his room has been whirl-winded into a Junk Haven for the Nassauers. I'm calling it the "Nassauer Suite". You can follow all the junky details from my blog. <a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/</a><br /> And not a moment too soon either, as I got a call from My cousin, and she and her family will be coming to visit on Sunday. So they will be the first to stay in the "Nassauer Suite".</p> <p>It's gonna be a great week. Watch the blog and Message board for updates. Hope to see you at one of the meet n greets, if you live close.<br /> Margo </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=264#post-3156 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 09:03:11 +0000 Ki 3156@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>You will rarely find me sitting in front of my TV set except for American Idol nights. I have watched religiously every season and feel confident I can pick a winner. Simon, move over! My husband and I typically don't enjoy the same programs or movies, yet we have bonded over American Idol. Our kids, 20's and living in LA, share our enthusiasm and call to rehash the evening of singing and results.</p> <p>Last year my daughter, Taylor, surpised me with back stage passes to the show. I got to meet all of my favorite contestants and was Idol struck when I posed for this photo. (I had picked David to win early in the season.) Everyone was humble, gracious, and excited to visit with fans.</p> <p>Since I am still on the farm in Florida, we have Idol night at my sisters and have mastered thumbs up, thumbs down in unison. Ater watching a live taping, I can tell you that Ryan Seacrest is the star of the show. While the judges are having their make-up done during the breaks, he is working with producers and directors to be sure the show continues without a glitch. </p> <p>Simon was a complete gentleman when a fan asked for his autograph as the show was going back on the air. The security guard was sternly pushing her away as Simon politely grabbed her paper, signed it and delivered it to her in the audience during the next commercial. Simon is a good guy.</p> <p>Who do you like this season? I have it down to my fav 3. Not sure if I can get to LA this season...<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=345#post-4610 Tue, 21 Apr 2009 14:31:18 +0000 Nifty Vintage 4610@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am looking for ideas and inspiration for my covered front porch. Anyone have a few things they want to pass along? Or pictures of your porch? Here's an exterior view of my house. The porch is the arched window areas. It is L-shaped and is pretty large so I have plenty of space to fill! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=405#post-5529 Mon, 18 May 2009 16:44:33 +0000 robolady 5529@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I promised to let you all know when and where we would have the meet up with Ki in Canton. We will be shopping out there on May 28th, and will have a meet up in the Veranda at 12:00. You can get details and location on my blog here:<br /> <a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/2009/05/finalizing-plans-for-kis-visit.html" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/2009/05/finalizing-plans-for-kis-visit.html</a><br /> Feel free to ask any questions, and I can't wait to see you all. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=32#post-199 Fri, 09 Jan 2009 16:23:22 +0000 SYLVIA 199@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>WHAT CAN I DO WITH CHAIN LINK GATES. I HAVE SEVERAL IN SEVERAL SIZES. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=384#post-5236 Sun, 10 May 2009 09:17:21 +0000 VanessaKae 5236@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just thought I would share some recent finds. The red table will be my new craft table. It is handmade, about waist-high (perfect, since I usually stand up when I am working)and on rollers. Can't wait to get it cleaned up and moved into the house!</p> <p>I have a question about the wire and wood table. I am hoping to re-sell it in my booth. What should I do to the top? Paint it? Cover it with old sheet music? What would you do? </p> <p>Another question - How should I sell the quilt blocks? There are 34 in all. Should I sell them all together for quilters? Separately for crafters? </p> <p>Old doors! Love them! The large one I got out of a trash pile on a curb. Right after that I went to the thrift store I found the small one. Had to pay $2 for it!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=399#post-5469 Fri, 15 May 2009 12:49:22 +0000 Ki 5469@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Each week on the Gallery I award Junk Revolution's Good Junk Seal of Approval to one of my favorite blogs, websites, artists, vendors, projects, flea markets, books, shops, or events. If you have any recommendations please let me know! Be sure to include a link.</p> <p>If you haven't visited the Gallery, stop by and check it out! (Just click on GALLERY in the left sidebar.) Also, click on copy below the seal in the Gallery sidebar to see previous winners...I know you will enjoy reading more.<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=400#post-5479 Fri, 15 May 2009 20:52:18 +0000 Leveta 5479@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Seen this on another site...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=402#post-5500 Sun, 17 May 2009 13:14:26 +0000 LuAnn 5500@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>JH finished my new veggie garden fencing (rabbits seem to eat it all without boundries). The door is an old screen I found at a farm estate sale. Now I can't wait to plant the veggies, hang flowering baskets, use junk as garden art etc. I'll be having this fun next weekend (Memorial weekend). 3 whole days of fun!!! I'll post more pics after that.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=390#post-5319 Tue, 12 May 2009 09:12:47 +0000 robolady 5319@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>do any of you have this problem? i love most of my junk so much that it is hard to sell it. Sometimes I'm actually sad when a piece sells. Sometimes I wish a piece would just go away, i'm so sick of it.<br /> Sometimes when something doesn't sell on Ebay, I'll look at it and think, "I'll just keep it, I can use it for this or that".<br /> Sometimes, I actually go shopping in my booth, and remove stuff for projects. Does anyone else feel this way? I hate to be attached to "things" but some stuff is so much fun. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=403#post-5508 Sun, 17 May 2009 17:35:30 +0000 gigi 5508@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>cheap and easy way to clean some sterling silver jewelry...has some stones that I don't want destroyed with it? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=385#post-5255 Sun, 10 May 2009 18:04:38 +0000 paintwife 5255@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My son came over this morning with my Mother's Day gift(s)I was thrilled. His friends just roll their eyes and give him grief over the &quot;junk&quot; he gets away with giving me for gifts LOL. They have to go spend $$$ on flowers etc.for their mom's and he gets a better reaction to boot!! Oh there was also a bag of licorice with the booty (my weakness) I think he did great.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=12#post-66 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 17:15:47 +0000 Ki 66@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am excited to welcome everyone to Junk Revolution's Community! It was nip and tuck getting things up and running before I leave town. Will post pics of my junking adventure when I arrive in Ocala and set up my computer in the bunkhouse. Have fun visiting and sharing and I will be be checking in soon. </p> <p>If you have any questions or need help posting, the Moderator will be on line daily to offer tips and solutions. There is a FAQ page as well.</p> <p>Welcome to the Revolution!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=398#post-5449 Thu, 14 May 2009 15:39:57 +0000 a vie Renouvele 5449@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm thinking about getting one. I have an entire large dining room set to paint among many other pieces. What type of sprayer do you use? A Wagner type sprayer or a spray gun on an air compressor? Thanks, Linda </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=395#post-5408 Wed, 13 May 2009 19:39:19 +0000 junxtaposition 5408@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>any doorknob ideas? i have loads of doorknobs and the metal back plates, but i'm tired of coat racks, and coat hooks or whatever...anyone know anything else to do with them??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=379#post-5155 Thu, 07 May 2009 17:22:08 +0000 a vie Renouvele 5155@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know, my husband says white is white but not to me. So whats your favorite color and brand? I just bought an old (70's maybe) dining room set &#38; I'd like to paint it white. There are also 6 chairs not in the pictures. TIA Linda</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=319#post-4128 Sun, 05 Apr 2009 13:57:15 +0000 Leveta 4128@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Isn't there a post here on how to get a label off?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=389#post-5311 Tue, 12 May 2009 05:04:12 +0000 gigi 5311@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've been readying our home for garage sales as well as spring cleanup and it got me thinking.....if we consider ourselves "junkers" and love redoing-reusing-revamping others throw aways...exactly what do we consider that to be when we "spring clean"?</p> <p>I have that question on my blog and would love to hear from you...I also wrote a brief story on my (mis)adventure of cleanup time!!<br /> <a href="http://www.gijunker.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.gijunker.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=397#post-5433 Thu, 14 May 2009 09:09:45 +0000 Leveta 5433@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Found this last yr in and old loghouse that's falling down... Finally got myself around and made a planter out of it...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=394#post-5391 Wed, 13 May 2009 16:55:54 +0000 chiccottagejunk 5391@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Thanks to Margo (Robolady) I saw her birdcage in Country Home last year. I saved the page, made a copy and carried it in my purse for almost a year. I found a couple of cages that I decided to finally finish. I've now got them in a local shop and hope they sell. Oh, ok, I really hope that they DON'T sell because I really like how they turned out. :)</p> <p>I added some note pads, clip boards and pens all in companion colors and patterns.</p> <p>Sue</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=352#post-4672 Thu, 23 Apr 2009 12:32:50 +0000 nebrjunk456 4672@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My second son will be graduating on May 9th, so I have been getting ready for a big celebration!</p> <p>Here are a few of the goodies that I will be working with to decorate for the party. These are the cupcakes wrappers, flags for the cupcakes, and the napkins.</p> <p>I would like to do a woodsy, manly feel with actual logs for the centerpieces, gardeners burlap for the table coverings, and slices of wood to serve some of the food from. I am looking for any suggestions or ideas that anyone thinks would be a great addition to the plan.</p> <p>I haven't made any decisions on the florals, but would like some great foresty greens, ferns, and some kind of white flowers. I will take photos and share them with all of you after we get things all arranged and set.</p> <p>I look forward to everyone suggestions, thanks in advance!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=331#post-4416 Sat, 11 Apr 2009 08:28:29 +0000 Nifty Vintage 4416@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I use them for storage and have at least 25 suitcases! I am totally addicted to them! I stack them for tables, etc. I also stuffed one with flowers and put it in my booth. It would be perfect for a covered porch. I also made a dog bed this week and used vintage fabric for the pillow. Tell me what you do with suitcases!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=153#post-1528 Wed, 11 Feb 2009 08:57:01 +0000 nebrjunk456 1528@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought this box of old cold cream jars. They are all different shapes, sizes and designs. Anybody got any great ideas what to repurpose these into?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=388#post-5293 Mon, 11 May 2009 14:52:11 +0000 Marge 5293@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here's the purple chair before - really nothing wrong with it -- and after. The flower 'pot' is one of the little chick feeders. The plant stand was 3 pieces. I was going to use them all for something else, but when I started taking it apart to get all the screws out, it just seemed like I should put it back together again. It didn't want to be painted, either, even though I thought it should be black. Some things just speak to you.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=156#post-1569 Wed, 11 Feb 2009 21:36:07 +0000 Leveta 1569@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm looking for a long 3 glass window. To crackle it do I have to do anything special to it first. I never done crackleing before... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=370#post-4971 Sun, 03 May 2009 06:39:47 +0000 a vie Renouvele 4971@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello! </p> <p> I stumbled on the Junk Revolution site and Blog a few days ago and have been submersed ever since! I think I've found heaven! I've been reading all the past posts and have gotten tons of ideas and information! Thank you soooooo much!</p> <p> I'm about to open a booth at our local antique/craft mall. They have a mixture of old and new but nothing like I plan to have in my booth. I will have European inspired items along with a few industrial things thrown in. Some old, some re-purposed and some new. I have been buying items at yard sales and auctions and reworking most of them. Most everything is painted white and glazed or stained. I have a feeling that this type of booth will do well in this area. We live in a very expensive College town. The students parents are in town many times during the school year and have no problem spending their money here. The whole town is pretty much geared towards them. I'm really excited to begin this journey! </p> <p>Anyway, my first of I'm sure many questions is: How do you all record your yard sale purchases for tax purposes? And is there a certain tax software that you've found to be better than others? Opps! That's two questions!</p> <p>A great big Thank You to everyone who participates in this community! You are a wealth of information and inspiration that I've not found anywhere else.</p> <p>Linda </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=361#post-4823 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 06:27:57 +0000 Marge 4823@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My cousin is in the process of cleaning out the buildings at the farm she bought from her parents. She invited me to dig through the junk in my uncle's garage workshop and take what I want. Woo hoo - a junker's dream come true! Should be an excellent day! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=364#post-4862 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 18:55:32 +0000 Ki 4862@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Check out this link and scroll down to see the Youtube video on Hong Kong Willie. It is the first time I have heard the term Freegan. The ultimate in recycling!<br /> <a href="http://hong-kong-willie-blog.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://hong-kong-willie-blog.blogspot.com/</a><br /> Peace,<br /> Ki </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=350#post-4653 Wed, 22 Apr 2009 16:16:33 +0000 Ki 4653@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Win a $100. gift certificate to the Junk Revolution online store. Head on over to my blog for the details and to join in the fun!</p> <p><a href="http://junkcamp.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://junkcamp.blogspot.com/</a></p> <p>Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=387#post-5261 Sun, 10 May 2009 22:30:18 +0000 fjerda 5261@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I see my photo did not post see junkredefined.blogspot.com to see pictures while get these resized </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=383#post-5216 Sat, 09 May 2009 05:10:07 +0000 LuAnn 5216@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Happy Mother's Day to all. </p> <p>I will spend Mother's Day with my mom today. All my sisters, their husband, and our kids, and even their kids kid will get together at Mom's to spend the day with her cleaning her house and yard. She'll be 92 next Sunday and not able to get around much to go it herself. She'd rather have us all together than any thing else. I'm rather looking forward to this. It is always a good time when we get together--lots of laughing and story telling (yes we're still telling Mom what we did as kids). By the sounds of the rain outside my sister Glenna and I (who are suppose to do the yard) may get a little wet. </p> <p>Sunday, my daughter and husband will go to breakfast (rather early) and then go to a "Flower Day" in a near by town to browse the wares. This is a good sale. They even sell repurpsed junk there too--my favorite part.</p> <p>Have a good day. God bless you all.</p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=381#post-5167 Fri, 08 May 2009 08:34:57 +0000 gigi 5167@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know there's lots of natural ways to ward off/kill nasty bugs...without causing harm to your pets and other things like butterflies, etc and also things that help your plants/flowers grow better......like egg shells, beer, coffee grounds, etc</p> <p>Mid-way thru growing (my hostas especially!) get attacked with the buggers and they eat huge holes in the leaves...I'm getting pretty tired of it, too!!</p> <p>What's some of your best debugging and growing tips for some of us who haven't quite managed a green thumb but are somewhere along the lines of "chartruese" and working on it....lol :] </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=144#post-1369 Mon, 09 Feb 2009 09:42:31 +0000 Leveta 1369@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone heard of or read this mag? I got a thing in the mail for it and thought i'd try it... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=47#post-354 Tue, 13 Jan 2009 18:38:56 +0000 momlvcntrt 354@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i would love some ideas for old keys and also locks. i bought a cigar box foll of skelaton keys and various locks. the man saw how excited i was and had the box marked .50 each but he saw how much i loved them and gave me the whole box for .50 </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=377#post-5089 Tue, 05 May 2009 19:51:00 +0000 robolady 5089@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We were out with friends tonight, and the subject of how we load the dishwasher came up. I decided to post the same questions to you all.<br /> First: When loading cups do you place the cup on the poked up rods, or between them?<br /> Second: How do you load your flatware, Business end up or down or mixed.<br /> Do you sort your flatware in the holder? ie: Spoons together, forks etc.</p> <p>Any other DW loading quirks you wish to share? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=371#post-4985 Sun, 03 May 2009 10:41:27 +0000 LuAnn 4985@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Below is a pic of what I found this weekend. Not much there but sure had fun finding them. The 2 gray vintage file holders will be used to hold my plates and platters on my counter. Couldn't believe the mini tart pans came with the original tin and I got it for a steal. The rest are the beginnings of my garden. Was finally able to get out and clean the front beds. I really love the &quot;sea of pink&quot; azaleas. Too bad they don't last long. Hope everyone had a great weekend.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=167#post-1659 Sun, 15 Feb 2009 10:42:38 +0000 geeme 1659@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am still snowed in basicly but itching to get outside, where is everyone??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=363#post-4855 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:26:59 +0000 gigi 4855@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>youngest daughter was nearly exploding from excitement when she came home today...big cardboard box in hand.<br /> sneaky look on her face, she's like: you can't see this mom...it's a secret, it's for you for mothers day, not before!!<br /> well, it began to get the best of her and as soon as we got home, she's like...ok, i can't wait...open it now.<br /> i said...oh, i can wait until mothers day...and she was insistant....no now!!!!<br /> opened to find the cutest little candy bowl that looks like a mini gumball machine! it's a medium clay pot upside down topped with a little, clear, round fishbowl and atop that is the tray to the clay pot sitting upside down with a round handle glued to it...it's painted darker blue and between the bowl/pot is a matching blue and white bow.<br /> oh....how i wish my camera was able to load....i so want to post a pic of it....much cuter than i can describe, that's for sure!!!<br /> it's adorable and she is soooo proud of herself......i'm proud of her efforts too! a lil junker at heart? hmmm, we'll see!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=372#post-4989 Sun, 03 May 2009 14:37:29 +0000 Leveta 4989@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I put and old metal head and footboard in my flower bed. Mom goes out the other day (in between rain) and said "now you have to paint that", I said no that's the way they use them. RUSTED!!!! lol...Yes mom... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=373#post-4990 Sun, 03 May 2009 15:32:53 +0000 Leveta 4990@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>When is the big Nashville fleamarket? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=368#post-4933 Sat, 02 May 2009 09:41:47 +0000 gigi 4933@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>to all you pros out there....</p> <p>#1 how do you add the junk revolution logo and other blogger sites who have contests going on so others can go from blog to them? </p> <p>#2 how do you minimize your pictures so they do not take up all your screen?</p> <p>#3 how do you hide your previous posts so that only the current one is showing? </p> <p>i'm sure i'll have more questions in the near future...i am not computer literate...so, i do need the help! :)</p> <p>maybe take a look at my blog and give me some much needed feedback on hints and constructive criticism. <a href="http://www.gijunker.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.gijunker.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=362#post-4840 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 14:45:21 +0000 Marge 4840@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just had to share this. Cute parrots in a cage, right?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=369#post-4957 Sat, 02 May 2009 17:36:44 +0000 Leveta 4957@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Today was Ky. derby. A 50-1 long shot won. That's what I like to see, a nobody taking it all... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=353#post-4684 Thu, 23 Apr 2009 21:13:49 +0000 SecondHandRosie 4684@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Got this old telephone stand and a neat looking planter today - each for $5.00. The planter is all one piece and about four foot tall. Plan to put them both in the booth.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=355#post-4721 Sat, 25 Apr 2009 12:17:49 +0000 robolady 4721@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Get ready to cry a river. First let me say that I really don't like making furniture. But I had this great headboard just screaming to be a bench. So I started working on it about 9mos ago, with the idea of having it done by the Spring Gresham Barn Sale.<br /> This is what it looked like 1 week before drop off day.<br /> <br /> The sides are from an old chair, the back is the old headboard. I worked and work on it to make it strong and stable and<br /> I did get it painted, and transported and set up for the show, but it did not sell.<br /> <br /> So we brought it home. I unloaded it from the trailer, but did not take it up to the barn, I needed Hubby's help. I figured, it's big and white and sitting out in the middle of the yard no one will run over it right? WRONG!!!!</p> <p>Aparently DH hooked up the trailer, and had to do the forward/ backwards thing to get it out of the drive way and back right over my creation. to his credit, he does feel bad, and has promised to help me put it all back together. I told him not to bother, that I didn't want to transport it from sale to sale, just to have it not sell. But he said he liked it and wanted it for our yard. he's good at heart.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=358#post-4782 Mon, 27 Apr 2009 18:54:11 +0000 robolady 4782@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Some of you read my blog and have probably already read this, but I was really proud of this project So I thought I'd share it here for those who don't read the blog.<br /> <a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/2009/04/weekend-project.html" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/2009/04/weekend-project.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=359#post-4783 Mon, 27 Apr 2009 18:56:54 +0000 robolady 4783@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>A fellow junker has a grandaugher that was born premature. She is progressing well, but several of us Texas junkers are participating in a raffle fund raiser to benefit her family and help pay for the medical bills. They have over 30 donations so far, even one from Magnolia Pearl valued at 1000.00. click the blog for info, visit again to see how to enter the drawings.<br /> <a href="http://junksistas.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://junksistas.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=336#post-4477 Tue, 14 Apr 2009 10:54:07 +0000 Leveta 4477@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>DH is going to WV to 4 wheel with some friends. On the V-WV-Ky border. The name of the town is Gilbert on 52 this side of williamson...Is there any junk /fleamarkets around there??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=354#post-4691 Fri, 24 Apr 2009 10:18:39 +0000 Tinta 4691@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I've been so busy this passed week but decided to stop by and visit this morning. Just thought I'd show ya'll what I threw together yesterday.<br /> A small table (maybe it's a plant stand, I don't know) and a piece of slate.<br /> You can check out my blog for all the other projects and things I've been up to this passed week.<br /> Cindy (tinta)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=333#post-4460 Mon, 13 Apr 2009 16:28:18 +0000 Leveta 4460@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If I use a thin piece of plywood behind an old window frame I found can I paint the chalkboard paint on the plywood to make the chalkboard??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=340#post-4508 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 15:31:52 +0000 SecondHandRosie 4508@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Went to a garage sale Saturday and a lady offered me these chairs if I would take them home! LOL They were marked $5.00 each and I offered to pay her SOMETHING for them. Nope...she even helped me load them into my truck! LOL</p> <p>Plan on painting them a funky apple/lime green. Friend has some upholstery fabric that will cover the seats on them. Then into my booth they'll go!</p> <p>You like?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=341#post-4523 Thu, 16 Apr 2009 07:48:03 +0000 jillruth 4523@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just bought a two leather ottomans/tables at GW yesterday and when I began to clean them. Blackblackblackblack came off!! I decided it was cigarette smoke so kept cleaning but then thought it was way to uniform and way to much so decided it was dye. I couldn't stop at that point so kept cleaning. They became much lighter but with dark in the embossed areas and are just beautiful. My question--does anyone know--do you believe it was dye? How do you clean leather? Just using leather cleaner in my mind wasn't going to be good enough. When something comes from a thrift store I really think it needs water. I used a degreaser first and then magic erasers/yeah harsh I know. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=343#post-4581 Sat, 18 Apr 2009 09:20:59 +0000 gigi 4581@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>was given an old player piano and need advice on best way to begin dismantling.<br /> would love to reuse spindles/ivories/larger wooden front as well as corners, peddles, etc. so i do not want to mess it up!<br /> have never done this before and i know several of you have....what is your strategy?? please advise! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=346#post-4623 Tue, 21 Apr 2009 21:55:33 +0000 rebeljunker 4623@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have used Gorilla Glue to glue glass. It seems to work well, but then after a couple of weeks, it weakens and lets go. I have the kind that foams and turns yellowish. Is there another kind of gorilla glue? This is what my husband bought me from Canadian Tire. Thanks for your help </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=335#post-4465 Mon, 13 Apr 2009 19:23:14 +0000 robolady 4465@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well since I'm 5'2&quot; I guess they are just short of 5', but they ARE really big scizzors. I got these a couple of years back in N Carolina. they must have been part of a sign or something. I paid too much, but I LOVE them.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=324#post-4247 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 19:09:26 +0000 robolady 4247@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I love old corbels. I was recently able to trade with a fellow dealer and get me a couple that are just perfect for the cottage bedroom I'll be doing when my Oldest moves out (this summer).<br /> Love the corbels and the price is pretty fair too. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=306#post-3883 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 17:00:21 +0000 Ki 3883@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The winner of the fabulous exclusive Junk Queen pure silver necklace is Melcush. Congratulations! For those of you that had your heart set on the necklace, it is availble at the Junk Revolution online store. New contest coming soon...check back!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=198#post-2113 Mon, 23 Feb 2009 07:47:29 +0000 Meadowview Farm 2113@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This week's topic: Garage Sales (or as we call them in Western Wisconsin - Thrift Sales)!! Yes, can you feel the anticipation...<br /> So, what is your Garage Sale game plan?? - are you a bright &#38; early person? -a "give me a city-wide sale" gal? - a 100-mile or bust bargain hunter?? Tell us about your favorite garage sale find or adventure. Come on - this will get us spring thinkin'!<br /> Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=338#post-4491 Wed, 15 Apr 2009 07:39:27 +0000 gigi 4491@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>was reading a blog (?) the man had been traveling and saw that a local junk yard had changed their name from "Bob's Junk" to "Bob's Good Junk" and wondered if anyone knew if it helped his business anymore than the previous name did?<br /> then got on another favorite site that names businesses/people etc with funny names and it got me to thinking!! (uh-oh) :)<br /> in your ventures over the years...i'd love to know some of the more unusual/funny/silly/outrageous names that you have seen junk/antiques/sales, etc named.....and then tell if you think it helps or hinders the business. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=318#post-4114 Sun, 05 Apr 2009 07:28:18 +0000 gigi 4114@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>would love to see some of your decorating for Easter, have seen some spring and they're adorable...but nothing mainly Easter-fied!! :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=315#post-4064 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 11:14:44 +0000 gigi 4064@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i can tell my husband wants to re-do some of my stuff when i finish it! i'm content with it looking as i want, not too much on the right tools and work ethics being used. I fix things the way i know how (or according to him....don't know how!):) lol</p> <p>i, on the other hand....want to re-do some of his stuff because he's so doggone anal about getting it just so! lol :) he will put more than needed nails, screw, glue, you name it on everything. (so much so, that a sunami wouldn't budge it!) oh and it has to be correct, exactly how he wants it....not a millimeter off or apart it comes and gets re-done!! </p> <p>what about the men in your life...do they secretly want to re-do your stuff?<br /> (oh, don't get me wrong...i get compliments from him all the time about how creative he thinks i am...but i get the feeling he wants me to go live with bob villa for awhile! :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=221#post-2420 Sat, 28 Feb 2009 11:35:14 +0000 gigi 2420@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>was telling my girls about a doll i had in the 70's. she wasn't really fancy or expensive but i thought she was pretty cool.<br /> while i can explain her to them it would be nice to find one on-line to actually show them.<br /> if memory serves me correctly...i think she had a pink hooded/footed onesie on?<br /> i think she was about 1 1/2 foot tall?<br /> but she definitely without a doubt had "3" faces! the head spun inside the main head unit hidden under the hood. one face smiled, one cried and one slept.<br /> i would be so excited if others remembered her, especially if any has ever seen one like her...i'd love to see what she'd go for on todays market...i haven't seen her since i was about 10 but i sure would recognize her....it's a long reunion waiting to happen :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=327#post-4333 Thu, 09 Apr 2009 07:19:26 +0000 Breznlin 4333@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know I read somewhere on here that gel stain is used to make things look old, worn, etc. I was wondering what color and/or brand of gel stain has been used to achieve something like this. Thanks. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=325#post-4271 Wed, 08 Apr 2009 09:37:24 +0000 Nifty Vintage 4271@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know we all repurpose old items for useful and decorative things but I would love to know what else you do to be GREEN/and save money? A few things I do: I use real napkins instead of paper napkins (vintage ones of course!), no more paper plates or disposable cups, changed my light bulbs out for the energy saving kind (can't think of what they are called right now), putting on or taking off clothes instead of changing the AC, very limited use of disposable ziplocs-instead I use resuable plastic containers, and I shred junk paper to make mulch for my flower beds. I also hope to plant a very tiny garden this year. :) Tell me about what you do to be green! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=320#post-4154 Mon, 06 Apr 2009 07:46:49 +0000 Ki 4154@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I visited Cracker House Antiques this weekend in Ocala, Florida. I love what one of the vendors did with vintage jewelry, beads and scraps. Love to see members ideas...What have you made from grandma's jewelry?<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=323#post-4220 Tue, 07 Apr 2009 10:24:37 +0000 thehillbillies 4220@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have a little fun story for you! </p> <p>My husband is studying to be an elementary teacher, and he's taking a creative arts class this term. In this class the students are required to get creative and make something out of junk. </p> <p>My husband said the look of terror on the students faces was priceless... most students said they didn't have junk (WHO doesn't have junk!?!?)</p> <p>My husband filled the teacher in on what we do and how we are big rescue and reuse fans... so by Wednesday night, I have to give up a Rubbermaid tub of my junk to supply the lost students with inspiration...</p> <p>I wish I could attend the class to see what the students come up with and if any of them get inspired to do more! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=31#post-188 Fri, 09 Jan 2009 11:44:57 +0000 bessie marie 188@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>With about 3' of snow in my backyard I can only hope that spring will come quickly, sure do mis those pretties.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=311#post-3952 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 16:20:43 +0000 robolady 3952@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm just venting as I know it goes with the territory, but I feel safe here, so here goes. I go up to my booth about every 2 days, and every time I check it, customers have messed it up, and not just from buying stuff (that's ok). Things are removed and place back willy-nilly or not put back (in the same place) at all. Today I had a big hole on my wall where something had been removed. I thought , "Oh good I sold that", then as I was looking around, I saw it sitting on the floor, and it was fragile. Also I had another item returned to the table where it had been, but in a place where it would be hard to see. I always try to put things back where I got them at least. I can understand them not returning the large item because they'd have needed a ladder, but to leave it on the floor to be broken or stepped on????? I guess I find it frustrating that I NEED to go in so often just to clean it up.</p> <p>My son works for Michael's and says the same thing. They go through the isles all the time, fixing things up that customer's have just left a mess.</p> <p>I guess it's just part of doing business, I'm glad I live close to my booth, or I'd be burning a lot of gas, just keeping it tidy. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=313#post-4028 Thu, 02 Apr 2009 13:16:56 +0000 thehillbillies 4028@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know we all follow and love this website... but I didn't know if there were other websites or blogs that others follow to get inspiration and ideas... I haven't found one quite like this one, this one is my favorite...</p> <p>I didn't know if anyone had any other suggestions to some of our newer junkers who are looking to gain as much info as they can.</p> <p>Any thoughts? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=316#post-4099 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 09:41:54 +0000 SecondHandRosie 4099@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Decided to start a new post - hope nobody minds.</p> <p>Got this small haul this morning at a few sales. The ottoman was $2.00, old scale was also $2.00, deer antler bookends were $3.00, the Welcome sign with the hooks was $3.00, bag of old lace was fifty cents, the two chef plaques were seventy-five cents each, the green bottle was fifty cents. Total cost? $12.50 Experience with finding and looking at stuff with a great friend? Priceless! LOL</p> <p>What about you? What have you found today - or are you still out there!? LOL </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=317#post-4100 Sat, 04 Apr 2009 09:43:29 +0000 gigi 4100@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>sorry if this doesn't work....computers and gigi do not mix!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=146#post-1389 Mon, 09 Feb 2009 11:39:06 +0000 redneckChic 1389@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Take a junk fiend such as myself into her local restore and this is what I end up with!!! Grab some silicone glue, a few doorknobs, napkin rings...whatever else comes to mind...a glass light fixture and voila'! Cloche's happen!!!</p> <p>Thanks for looking! :-)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=314#post-4047 Fri, 03 Apr 2009 00:05:06 +0000 Friend of the JunkMaster 4047@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I attended last year's Junk Bonanza in Medina Minnesota and it was awesome (of course). When is the next one and where?</p> <p>Dawn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=308#post-3907 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 07:15:24 +0000 gigi 3907@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>knock on wood, i don't believe this has ever happened to me (that i know!) but i'm curious to know about other states. i just read some tips on selling, setting up, getting ready for community sales, etc. on a few sites and some comments peaked my interest....they talked about the ways to watch out for people who have sticky fingers...who distract while another takes things...it never even occurred to me at regular home sales so it intrigued me about businesses....and you're experience with this issue.</p> <p>for those who do alot of selling in shops, malls, fleamarkets, heck, even garage-yard sales...especially the unattended booths...is there ever a problem with people taking things? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=301#post-3863 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 06:51:01 +0000 Meadowview Farm 3863@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am testing the water on selling at a Junk Market/Flea Market...you know - the one/two market event where you load &#38; go.</p> <p>I am wondering what tips you all might share? Like, how do you plan your booth set up? How do you pack for the event? Do you request any thing special in a booth (e.g. access to loading, electricity, bathroom...)? You get the picture --- please, please, please share your thoughts.</p> <p>Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=307#post-3899 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 19:46:18 +0000 jcreviston 3899@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Do any of you follow the nester? if so.. I want to hang doors on my wall like she has.. but I don't know how to go about mounting them on my wall.</p> <p>Here is a picture from her site.. any ideas anyone?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=312#post-3979 Wed, 01 Apr 2009 22:19:03 +0000 jillruth 3979@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just saw the older thread about Etsy hints and thought maybe it would be a good idea to have a post for Etsy shops just like the thread where we list our blogs.<br /> Here are mine:<br /> <a href="http://www.jillruth.etsy.com" rel="nofollow">www.jillruth.etsy.com</a><br /> <a href="http://www.jillruthandco.etsy.com" rel="nofollow">www.jillruthandco.etsy.com</a><br /> Who else is on Etsy, I'd love to check out your shop! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=302#post-3876 Tue, 31 Mar 2009 14:10:32 +0000 Leveta 3876@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Some people down the road have a pile of old barn wood been laying there for weeks. Talked to their daughter today and she just called said we could have all we wanted before they burn it...Yepee... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=300#post-3845 Mon, 30 Mar 2009 19:19:34 +0000 thehillbillies 3845@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Inspired by Gigi's comment on the thread "Get anything good today"... I'm wondering if we can all make each other feel better discussing how much we have overpaid for something!</p> <p>I know we pride ourselves on being thrifty... but has anyone overspent on something at a flea market, tag sale, or auction and kicked your butt later for it? (Or had a loved one do it for you?)</p> <p>I love swirl graiteware... after my husband and I were first married we went antiquing and purchased a blue swirl colander for like $70.00... I, to this day, feel like I way overpaid for it... but I can't part with it because it has history (and I probably wouldn't get my money back! LOL!)</p> <p>Anyone else? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=272#post-3342 Mon, 23 Mar 2009 17:41:36 +0000 Ki 3342@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><br /> Junk Queen for a day! Win this exclusive handcrafted pure silver Junk Queen charm threaded on a sterling silver chain. (For more product details, visit the Junk Revolution on line store.)<br /> <a href="http://junkrevolution.myshopify.com/collections/jewelry/products/junk-queen-necklace-1"> <a href="http://junkrevolution.myshopify.com/collections/jewelry/products/junk-queen-necklace-1" rel="nofollow">http://junkrevolution.myshopify.com/collections/jewelry/products/junk-queen-necklace-1</a></a></p> <p>What do you have to do? Simply respond to this post. One winner will be chosen at random on March 31st. But wait, there's more. If you post on your blog about the contest, and or add the button below, you will be entered twice and double your chances of winning. So spread the word and best of luck to you!<br /> </p> <p>If you are going to be talking about this give-away on your blog, be sure to comment to this post so I can add your name twice. Also, to help us out on this, could you please give your blog address when you comment. Contest closes at 5 PM Central on Tuesday March 31 and we will announce the winner by 7 PM.<br /> Welcome to the Revolution!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=299#post-3820 Mon, 30 Mar 2009 11:22:33 +0000 gigi 3820@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>in another post, you talked of making chairs with open seats/planters for selling....remember?</p> <p>well, i went to a huge craft fair the other day and it was like army ants on the hill going for kill busy! so, i couldn't get the makers attention....so, i just left! :(</p> <p>she had made several chairs and planted a cute array of things but the most gorgeous was how she had moss around the very edges...it looked as if it had grown there on its own (very short, neat and compact)but i'm not sure how she did it-couldn't get in close enough to inspect...have you done this and if so....HOW???? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=138#post-1313 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 09:46:56 +0000 TESIE 1313@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello fellow junkers. I am enjoying your posts, ideas and pictures. I would like to ask, if you all would like to have post with pictures of your work, decorating, or just anything to do with reusing junk. Personally, I am more of a visual type. I would like to have a post where we could just browse pictures. I enjoy the links where I can go see more of your work, but thought it might be nice if we could just unwind here by looking at pictures. Sometimes I don't get the chance to sign in until later in the day. Which means sometimes, my brain is fried from, homework, errands, being the referee between kids, and unfortunately, an occasional call from the school. (I have a wonderful son that thinks he is a comedian)<br /> So, some days I would like to just look when my brain is too tired to read and unable to retain info. LOL<br /> If you would enjoy pictures too...post a picture(s) for we tired souls. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=230#post-2617 Wed, 04 Mar 2009 12:33:46 +0000 radioflyer 2617@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm new here, but not to junking. I turned the half century mark, uh, a few years ago and I've been a junker most of that time. My question to you all is, I'm curious how many of you have businesses, stores, booths in co ops and antiques malls, are eBay sellers, etc. and how many of you only use your found treasures for personal use at home? Of course, I'm sure there's overlap, you know, keep some, sell some. Just wondering.</p> <p>I'm in the latter category, strictly for the love of it.</p> <p>~gloria </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=294#post-3658 Fri, 27 Mar 2009 08:45:04 +0000 moderator 3658@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We are glad you've joined us here on the Junk Revolution Message Boards. We hope you stay awhile. If you want to enter the Necklace Contest, you MUST reply to the thread titled "win this necklace". Only entries on THAT thread will be valid.<br /> <a href="http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=272#post-3480" rel="nofollow">http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=272#post-3480</a><br /> Thank you<br /> Moderator </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=106#post-1027 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 11:56:04 +0000 drakekelbel 1027@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi, I've recently acquired some old tin ceiling tiles. What are some suggestions for things to do with them? Also, some are painted white and not terribly chippy. Is there any way to distress them some more? How do you clean them? And finally, do you put a sealer/topcoat on them before use, if so, what do you use? Sorry for all the questions, but I'm a newbie at all this. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=296#post-3745 Sat, 28 Mar 2009 13:00:50 +0000 lovetogarden46 3745@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>How long to claim the necklace if you win? I'll be out of town without a computer for 2 weeks and leave on the morning of the 31th!! :( I know I won't win never have won anything but it doesn't hurt to ask.<br /> Thanks. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=68#post-595 Sun, 18 Jan 2009 19:20:27 +0000 LuAnn 595@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I, myself, love the Armada MI flea market. It's an hour drive each time JH and I go but it has a vast variety of junk, flowers, and produce. You can get alot of shopping done at once. Due to the fact Michigan is very seasonal the junkers around here do go through withdrawls during the winter months. There are thrift stores and the like but it's not quite the same as arriving just before dawn and perusing the morning away. Michigan also has the 200 mile yard sale trail in August. That's alot of fun and the scenery is great. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=295#post-3715 Fri, 27 Mar 2009 20:37:43 +0000 chiccottagejunk 3715@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Wow, what super shabby sweet ideas Ki! I really love them and will surely incorporate some of them at my next gathering or just for the heck of it. Thanks for sharing your sweet ideas. Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=285#post-3523 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 13:09:36 +0000 deercreekjunk 3523@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Had to post this picture after I read today's blog about the feed sack flower trug. I've had these feed sacks forever and finally decided to make these last weekend. Must be something in the air....</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=259#post-3094 Wed, 18 Mar 2009 18:19:55 +0000 Leveta 3094@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Is there a easy way to clean rust off metal? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=275#post-3413 Tue, 24 Mar 2009 15:12:35 +0000 chiccottagejunk 3413@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well, I went to a barn sale on Saturday looking for a couple of different things (ceiling globes for my lamp bird baths and feeders). When I spoke with the owner to see if she had them, I explained why I wanted the pieces and she just about went nuts. She said I HAVE to see your stuff. I went back yesterday with 4 of my completed bird baths and feeders made from old lamps and ceiling lamp shades along with a bunch of my shabby chic stuff, she went completely nuts and wanted them all for her shop. I sold her one of the feeders because I'm in a couple of craft shows an don't want to deplete my junk before the shows!</p> <p>Anyway, this gal has 3 barns full of "JUNK" to burn, trash or sell. I have FREE rein of the barns and her father's salvage yard. I TAKE what I want, fix it up and sell it in her shop AND she pays me 75%! So I still can't figure this out - HOW DID I GET SO LUCKY?! I filled my Jeep up twice yesterday so I'll try to attach a few pics....hopefully it will work. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=280#post-3455 Wed, 25 Mar 2009 10:18:31 +0000 gigi 3455@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>was watching iron chef (again!) and one judge said to the chef he was critiquing:</p> <p>"MAN...I'D LOVE TO CAMP OUT IN YOUR MIND" !!!!!</p> <p>thought that would be a quote that could be said about alot of people on this site.</p> <p>what quote comes to mind when you view a work of ingenuity...plain and simple...you are just awed by??? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=286#post-3524 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 13:10:11 +0000 LuAnn 3524@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My daughter is thinking of organizing a "junk in your trunk" sale to raise funds for the nursing home she works at. I need your help, ideas, suggestions, etc.</p> <p>Has anyone hosted/participated in a sale like this?<br /> Was there a charge to sell?<br /> Were tables supplied?<br /> How long was the sale-day(s), hours?<br /> Best day of the week to sell?</p> <p>Any other tips will be welcomed. Thank you all for your support and ideas.</p> <p>LuAnn </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=282#post-3504 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 08:33:26 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 3504@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>have you seen this.?..<br /> <a href="http://www.craftcult.com/heartomatic.php" rel="nofollow">http://www.craftcult.com/heartomatic.php</a><br /> i just found this site....it gives you so much insight into your etsy....and its easy and free.....<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=283#post-3514 Thu, 26 Mar 2009 11:40:07 +0000 jcreviston 3514@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Can someone tell me what this is? I know its a decorative whatever it is.. I'd just like to know what it is :)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=274#post-3408 Tue, 24 Mar 2009 13:29:56 +0000 lovetogarden46 3408@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We're going to be in NW ARK.(Ft. Smith, Springdale, Fayetteville) the first of April and wonder if anyone has any suggestions about Flea Markets, thrift stores ect?<br /> We'll be there on the weekend. then head to Okla and N.M.<br /> Thanks. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=279#post-3446 Wed, 25 Mar 2009 08:33:17 +0000 lovecrafting 3446@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If you are traveling and need your junk fix this site will help you locate thrift stores- <a href="http://www.thethriftshopper.com" rel="nofollow">www.thethriftshopper.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=278#post-3442 Wed, 25 Mar 2009 07:42:34 +0000 Marge 3442@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Kari, I have a question for you. Please contact me at <a href="mailto:margeutley@gmail.com">margeutley@gmail.com</a> so I can email you. I hope to hear from you!</p> <p>I wish this forum had a way for us to PM each other. (Hint, hint.) I don’t know about the rest of you, but I am going to put my email address in my profile (hope that isn't the dumb idea of the year!). </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=87#post-814 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 08:42:03 +0000 lovecrafting 814@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am clean out of ideas. Any suggestions? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=276#post-3431 Tue, 24 Mar 2009 18:34:08 +0000 moderator 3431@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If you are having trouble logging in, or your password or user name is not working, there are a few things for you to check. First, please remember that these items are case sensitive. If you put in a space, you'll need to do that each time you sign in. If you capitalized you'll need to do that each time as well. If you cannot remember exactly how you signed up feel free to send us an email and we'll look it up for you.</p> <p>Also, there is a FAQ to your left, please read the FAQ if you are having problems and see if your issue is addressed there. </p> <p>If neither of these helps, feel free to email your questions to me at: <a href="mailto:moderator@junkrevolution.com">moderator@junkrevolution.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=19#post-80 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 21:31:02 +0000 Tinta 80@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found an old 3-pane window. Cut cardboard the size of each pane, then cut out the center for the size of the picture. I then covered the cardboard with leftover material from another project. Added the pictures and put another piece of cardboard behind them. Then hinges were still on the window frame so I weaved jute twine thru them to use as the hanger. I screwed a hook into a stud, to hold the weight, and hung my &quot;Picture Window&quot;. The pictures are of my great grandparents. 'Granny' passed away when I was thirteen and I was so lucky to have known her.</p> <p>Cindy (tinta)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=271#post-3297 Sun, 22 Mar 2009 22:06:58 +0000 gigi 3297@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>am taking in the cooking channel and the many contests.<br /> i love iron chef competition and chopped shows, the element of surprise, selections of foods to use just sprung on them and length of time allowed got me thinking about "what if"</p> <p>what if we'd put several junkers together...give them all the same pieces to work with, an alotted amount of time and only their imagination and tools...wouldn't it be amazing what they'd all come up with?<br /> and wouldn't that be an awesome type of contest? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=263#post-3155 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 08:45:12 +0000 FluffyFlowers 3155@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok folks, this is for those of y'all who appreciate bathroom humor.</p> <p>My sweetheart is building a kayak. He usually ends up with leftover epoxy that's been mixed with wood flour. Well, he didn't what to waste it so he squeezed it out into a brown blob that hardened into what I can only describe as the most authentic looking fake poo I've ever seen. </p> <p>Anyway, I wrote a pretty funny story based on this fake poo which you can read over here:<br /> Dreamy Drew and the Mystery of the Poo<br /> <a href="http://fluffyflowers.typepad.com/fluffy_flowers/2009/03/bit-stinky-around-here.html" rel="nofollow">http://fluffyflowers.typepad.com/fluffy_flowers/2009/03/bit-stinky-around-here.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=244#post-2821 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 17:28:12 +0000 SecondHandRosie 2821@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>For those of you who frequent both places, give me a comparison. Which do you prefer? I'm guessin' that Canton is still much bigger a sale. Finally talked DH into taking me to Bonnie &#38; Clyde Tradedays in Arcadia several years ago and it was AWFUL! Know that someone mentioned going a few days ago and it made me think that it has to have gotten a lot bigger and better than it was when I went before. He still kids me about us getting all ready and packing our clothes and then driving straight home that night. That's how disappointing it was to us!</p> <p>Canton is nice, but I usually get better deals at smaller towns on the way there and on the way back. (I'm cheap! LOL)</p> <p>Anybody have feelings one way or the other? TIA for your comments. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=268#post-3213 Sat, 21 Mar 2009 08:39:36 +0000 Leveta 3213@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Is there a way to use the chalkboard paint on glass?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=67#post-581 Sun, 18 Jan 2009 16:45:27 +0000 jcreviston 581@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know this is sooo difficult.. but what are your best furniture finds? If you can post pictures :) </p> <p>I have TONS of great finds furniture wise. I live in a military town so people are always moving away (great yard sales)</p> <p>Anyway.. my 2 best finds.. are</p> <p>This great white dresser.. its BEAUTIFUL! I found it at the Salvation Army for 26.00! </p> <p>My second, ha is another white dresser much more simple. It is in my &quot;dining area&quot; in my kitchen. It has my daughters school supplies and homework stuff in it. Along with cookbooks and such, I need it with such a tiny kitchen. 10.00 Some of the drawers don't go all the way in.. I am sure my husband would/could fix it.. lol</p> <p>Just about everything in my house was either given (I have GREAT family and my Dad is a junker too) to us or &quot;used&quot; I have three new things in my house.. My TV armoire, My leather ottoman, and my eldest daughters trundle bed.. lol</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=257#post-3052 Tue, 17 Mar 2009 13:08:45 +0000 thehillbillies 3052@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Question for all of you out there... I'm extremely thrifty, outside of my junking addiction. I shop at goodwill or garage sales for my kids clothes, clearance racks for paint to paint my house, if I want something, I wait until the chance I might come across one cheaper or free from someone else. (and I usually do!) I never buy anything, besides food, at full price. I get a lot of slack for it from coworkers and friends...</p> <p>Are there any others of you out there who are thrifty outside of your junking passion, or do you think it's an overlapping quality of who we are? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=265#post-3161 Fri, 20 Mar 2009 09:48:46 +0000 gigi 3161@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>husband gave me about 5-6 reels. plan on using a couple to make candle holders and put in old fishing basket as a prop....has anyone seen any cute uses for these, lately?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=260#post-3124 Thu, 19 Mar 2009 13:07:21 +0000 robolady 3124@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If you haven't read my blog story about my packrat you might want to.<br /> You see I've had stuff going missing in my barn for awhile now, and I think I've discovered the culpret... Too much to re-post so go to blog for whole story.<br /> <a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/2009/03/i-have-packrat.html" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/2009/03/i-have-packrat.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=254#post-3000 Sat, 14 Mar 2009 18:45:28 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 3000@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i want to make some...and have lots of frames..... what kind of back should i use? is there any right chalkboard paint? any hints? thanks...ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=44#post-326 Tue, 13 Jan 2009 10:49:15 +0000 Tinta 326@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I thought I would start another post about "the treasure that got away". Let's share our stories about the perfect trash that we find but wasn't able to get it. An example would be, on trash day, you see a chair sitting on the curb. You go home to get the truck, cuz it won't fit in your car, and when you get back it's gone.</p> <p>I'll start....</p> <p>The house that I grew up in is going to be torn down. I talked to the man that owns the house now and he was more than willing to take anything that I wanted. He would even help if needed. I talked to him a second time and this time he wanted to know exactly what I wanted. I told him and he okayed it. Things came up and it was two months later. I called him to say that I would be at the house, with help, to get the things that we agreed on. Well, guess what. He changed his mind. If I wanted to get anything out of the house we would have to agree on a price. His theory is he payed for the house. I won't dispute that. He's totally right. But we did have an agreement. </p> <p>Now let's hear your stories.<br /> Cindy (tinta)<br /> P.S. I'll try to get pics of the before and afters of the house. Not gonna promise anything tho. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=218#post-2367 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 06:10:30 +0000 gigi 2367@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>last night, i was working on removing old wallpaper...when i began to think how much i admire people who do things themselves or the re-inventors/creators of art altogether.<br /> it can be really hard and strenuous work at times and the junk lover is LOVING every second of it, too!! (unlike others who are begrudgingly doing the task) :) lol!<br /> you have to really love and enjoy yourself to put in all the extra hours and work,then to come up with such fantastic-imaginative projects is just icing on the cake!<br /> so, today i just want to recognize and thank everyone who contributes to this site...it's been great to share, to learn and to make friends as well!<br /> one thing that would make this site complete...to have several men who enjoy making things offer their techniques and strategies....maybe you ladies can spread the news to some in your travels? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=30#post-178 Fri, 09 Jan 2009 08:24:31 +0000 Marge 178@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Well, it's official. Country Home is ceasing publication. Ki probably knew this when they discontinued her column but was not allowed to say anything. Nothing is posted on their web site yet. I'm sorry to see then go. I suppose now that I just renewed I'll end up with some stupid replacement magazine that I have no interest in. I guess that is better than nothing (but only slightly).<br /> <a href="http://www.nytimes.com/2009/01/09/business/media/09meredith.html?ref=business" rel="nofollow">http://www.nytimes.com/2009/01/09/business/media/09meredith.html?ref=business</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=246#post-2854 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 09:31:49 +0000 thehillbillies 2854@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Finally got out and about this weekend! Forgot about a great little store 7 miles away that all the proceeds go towards an animal shelter... picked up these goodies... Old kids records, a junkified candle holder, license plates and old sign. I want to figure out something to do with the 1969 Iowa license plate for my dad's new shop. He graduated in '69... any thoughts? How about the records? They are so cute, but my mind is a blank... any brainstoming ideas are welcome... My ears are open!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=84#post-773 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 12:22:43 +0000 kdshort 773@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I had this old dish that was just begging me to do something with it..so it became a gazebo! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=51#post-405 Wed, 14 Jan 2009 13:05:37 +0000 rebeljunker 405@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am a visual person, and would like to see more pictures of items, instead of just writing. Thanks Di </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=239#post-2777 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 06:29:09 +0000 gigi 2777@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i'm very interested in the different techniques that are used in tea-staining on different materials. would you please share what you use, how to's and what it works best on/with...paper, fabric, etc.<br /> i realize some may use other products to get the effect...like coffee, etc. it will be interesting to hear the many ways!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=237#post-2766 Sun, 08 Mar 2009 19:50:23 +0000 Leveta 2766@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I bought this today at Lowes. It has some really cute things in it...I'd say worth buying.... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=247#post-2878 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 17:26:35 +0000 robolady 2878@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was inspired by a picture in Martha Stewart Magazine where they made a garden crate storage center out of wine crates. What appealed to me was that the crates were going in all different directions. So I went out to my barn and grabbed every wooden box I had and tried one of my own for my booth. I am pleased with the results. They are screwed together for strength and stability. Mine is the second one</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=203#post-2188 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 15:50:38 +0000 VanessaKae 2188@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I need a new pendant light above my kitchen sink. The one I have is way too contemporary for my taste. Does anyone have any great trash to treasure lighting ideas for a kitchen? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=245#post-2839 Tue, 10 Mar 2009 05:51:34 +0000 FluffyFlowers 2839@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Come on over to the Slumber Party celebrating some of my favorite Vintage stuff :)</p> <p><a href="http://fluffyflowers.typepad.com/fluffy_flowers/2009/03/slumber-party.html" rel="nofollow">http://fluffyflowers.typepad.com/fluffy_flowers/2009/03/slumber-party.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=204#post-2217 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 20:42:04 +0000 debapaka 2217@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I seen a post about ice skates and wondered if anyone else has done roller skates?<br /> Here is mine with a Drive-In feel.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=238#post-2771 Sun, 08 Mar 2009 22:57:06 +0000 lovecrafting 2771@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is a little desert dish that I found at the TS yesterday that reminded me of a birdbath nd a little mushroom bird I found in my junk stash. I used the epoxy resin for the water. I colored the epoxy on the first 2 layers light blue with a little acrylic paint just to see what would happen and behold it worked! On top of that I put a few layers of clear resin and topped it all off with the little bird. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=233#post-2694 Thu, 05 Mar 2009 20:04:58 +0000 KudzuKween 2694@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I wasn't sure what category to put these in....recycled pickle jar, recycled nacho cheese jar,and a few more I found out in the yard. Captured fairies! I guess this is altered art, or mixed media??? I cut out a vintage image, added wings, crowns and glitter, beads, filler, flowers, all kinds of interesting things...and I have more to make later, since I saw one made in an old lantern, and I have strings of those..something like 2 dozen(heh!) I hope to get made for our yearly community yard sale!<br /> okay, let's see if I can add a pic without any troubles...</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=240#post-2778 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 06:35:44 +0000 gigi 2778@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i absolutely LOVE looking at Country Sampler magazine!<br /> i can actually feel drool coming down the sides of my mouth-face as i turn each page!!<br /> is it sooo wrong to want all the items in a magazine?!?!<br /> lol :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=243#post-2810 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 15:36:27 +0000 chiccottagejunk 2810@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My DH knows me better than anyone - no new watch or necklace for my birthday - he got me a new Dremel with 3 attachments and 70 neat accessories! I nearly hyperventilated. My chest hurt, I couldn't breathe, and I got an instant headache from laughing so hard. I've been dreaming of this, finally got it, and now want to know if anyone out there has one and can give me advise on what cool things to do with it. </p> <p>Thanks for any help you can give me! </p> <p>Sue </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=226#post-2515 Mon, 02 Mar 2009 19:00:33 +0000 Ki 2515@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>The lucky winner of Junk Revolution's first give-a-way for the scramble quilt tote is Debapaka. (Please email <a href="mailto:moderator@junkrevolution.com">moderator@junkrevolution.com</a> with your mailing address.) Congratulations! </p> <p>Thanks everyone for throwing your name in the hat and for promoting it on your blogs! </p> <p>We just opened the Junk Revolution Gallery and you'll want to be sure to check it out! Each week I will feature a blog, artist, vendor, shop, fleamarket or product that I believe deserves recognition. <a href="http://www.junkrevolution.com/ad_gallery.php" rel="nofollow">http://www.junkrevolution.com/ad_gallery.php</a><br /> Peace,<br /> Ki </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=242#post-2793 Mon, 09 Mar 2009 09:08:00 +0000 lovecrafting 2793@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have a ton of T2T books but would love to find a magazine that has ideas. The thought of having fresh ideas on a monthly basis seems wonderful to me. If theres not one out there we need to band together and send messages to a publisher to let them know how many of us there are out there that would subscribe to that type of magazine. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=163#post-1616 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 10:26:29 +0000 lovecrafting 1616@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone out there ever used this stuff? It is the kind of finish where you can embed things into it. I tried it with some pictures and it ruined them and discolored the sand dollrs I put in as well. Is there some type of sealer I need to use so these items don't soak this stuff up or what? Luckily the photos were copies so I still have the originals. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=129#post-1225 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 16:46:23 +0000 Ki 1225@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If you have read my blog, you now know how to make a golf club paper towel holder. This is what it cost to make.</p> <p>Golf club $3.06 Goodwill<br /> Wood base $1.47 Hobby Lobby<br /> Dowel rod $2.45 Home Depot (We ended up with leftovers.)<br /> Wood glue, wood finish, tees aprox. $1.00 (we had on hand)</p> <p>Total $7.98</p> <p>Had I used the $1.06 golf club it could have been even cheaper!!</p> <p>Check out my blog on the Junk Revolution side bar!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=182#post-1838 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 15:26:54 +0000 gigi 1838@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>(I.E...coalminersdaughter post about spice bottles...and others talking about red oxide and cinnamon)</p> <p>i didn't like the end result when trying to do this method...but it may have been me :) ha.</p> <p>so...what's your best way to use cinnamon for a rustic/primitive look on things like wood....glass....metal, is it the same process or varied? and whats the difference between the methods? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=236#post-2751 Sun, 08 Mar 2009 07:55:48 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 2751@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>a junk buddy found this on a can full of string at a sale.................string too small to save..<br /> .thought that was cute..<br /> ann <a href="http://www.greeenoakantiques.com" rel="nofollow">www.greeenoakantiques.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=219#post-2372 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 07:50:55 +0000 nebrjunk456 2372@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Yesterday I looked at Margo's blog where she had posted a picture of her favorite barn shoes. What a great idea! So I decided to challenge all of you to share pics of your favorite pair of work shoes.</p> <p>These are my favorite. As Margo said, they are comfortable, already dirty, and easy to slip on in case of a Junk Emergency!</p> <p>Got work shoes?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=201#post-2157 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 10:28:45 +0000 FluffyFlowers 2157@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I posted an awesome, cheap tutorial on how to hang a plate when you don't have a plate hanger:</p> <p><a href="http://fluffyflowers.typepad.com/fluffy_flowers/2009/02/cheap-home-improvement.html" rel="nofollow">http://fluffyflowers.typepad.com/fluffy_flowers/2009/02/cheap-home-improvement.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=231#post-2625 Wed, 04 Mar 2009 14:40:42 +0000 magark 2625@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have finally found the best adhesive to use on resin and other hard to glue items after a couple of years searching. It is called Quick Grip and I found it in the craft section at Walmart. We had service men over the other day for termite inspection and they snapped the arm off one of my resin fairies in my flower bed when moving her. I took this adhesive and followed the directions and she now looks new again. It dries clear, is waterproof and weather proof too. Just thought I would pass this on to others who need a good product for such repairs. Jan </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=232#post-2643 Wed, 04 Mar 2009 17:34:12 +0000 Leveta 2643@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>DH and I went to an old delapadated house today and found a couple porcelain doorknobs. Someone already got the others. Is there anything special you clean them with? We also got a couple tarnish badly brass ones(off the outhouse door)...lol....<br /> We know the people and had permission... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=217#post-2360 Thu, 26 Feb 2009 20:22:10 +0000 Meadowview Farm 2360@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So - I'm going to kick this post off with one of my coolest finds ever - a jar of numbered tacks for $5.00! Found these last spring in Cumberland, Wisconsin. I have sold a batch at 50 cents each to make a profit - but the rest are keepers. </p> <p>What is your coolest find? You know that really neat item you just are so proud of yourself for finding/getting!!</p> <p>Kari</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=225#post-2493 Mon, 02 Mar 2009 11:10:51 +0000 redneckChic 2493@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Okay, it took me awhile - but this is for you &quot;Grammy&quot;!!!! :-)</p> <p>My candle sticks didn't look right and my birds were too big, so I pulled out the bunnies - the lamp parts - the odd plates and tractor gears...this is what I ended up with!!! Thank You for the idea - it looks so pretty on my dining table!!! :-)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=229#post-2609 Wed, 04 Mar 2009 07:23:00 +0000 FluffyFlowers 2609@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is one of my favs:</p> <p><a href="http://fluffyflowers.typepad.com/fluffy_flowers/2009/03/storing-plastic-grocery-sacks-an-easy-fast-and-free-tutorial.html" rel="nofollow">http://fluffyflowers.typepad.com/fluffy_flowers/2009/03/storing-plastic-grocery-sacks-an-easy-fast-and-free-tutorial.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=228#post-2559 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 09:22:28 +0000 gigi 2559@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i saw several of these at the GW...remember the older slide holders from projectors? they hold multiple images?<br /> granted, the ones i found are plastic (not sure if all are?) but the round donut shape of the entire piece plus all the slots has got to be a project waiting for someone!!?<br /> i picked them up, put them down and wished i could envision a definite use but my mind went blank!? they were very inexpensive, too!<br /> i'm thinking something like office organization tool, garden piece with somthing springing up or down from, heck...maybe even some sort of picture holder or table place-setting?<br /> has anyone seen these used in crafts? i still may have to trek back and grab those up!!?? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=227#post-2550 Tue, 03 Mar 2009 08:13:11 +0000 FluffyFlowers 2550@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I love how it turned out!</p> <p><a href="http://fluffyflowers.typepad.com/fluffy_flowers/2009/03/sailing-bathroom-makeover.html" rel="nofollow">http://fluffyflowers.typepad.com/fluffy_flowers/2009/03/sailing-bathroom-makeover.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=166#post-1648 Sat, 14 Feb 2009 08:07:48 +0000 robolady 1648@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>OK, junking folks-I've got a challenge for you.<br /> I purchased this lot of Piano Keys and I need some ideas of what to do with them. I sold the last lot as-is on ebay. They were ivory and that alone sold them. But these don't appear to be real ivory to me, so I must think of some projects. One thing that surprised me isthat piano key's are not strait.Each piece of wood is curved a bit. I'm going to put my thinking cap on, and also challenge all of you junkers to do the same. Any Ideas????</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=184#post-1855 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 19:41:24 +0000 Ki 1855@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p><br /> To celebrate the opening of the Junk Revolution Community message boards we are having a give-away! Win this scramble quilt tote! It is the newest addition to the Junk Revolution online store and was created by my talented sister, Karla. Use it for your flea market finds, groceries, diapers, books...anything that needs hauling. (For more product details visit the Junk Revolution online store.) <a href="http://junkrevolution.myshopify.com/collections/bags-belts/products/scramble-quilt-tote" rel="nofollow">http://junkrevolution.myshopify.com/collections/bags-belts/products/scramble-quilt-tote</a></p> <p>What do you have to do? Simply respond to this post. One winner of the scramble quilt tote will be chosen at random on March 2nd. But wait, there's more. If you post on your blog about the contest, and or add the button below, you will be entered twice and double your chances of winning. So spread the word and best of luck to you!<br /> </p> <p>If you are going to be talking about this give-away on your blog, be sure to comment to this post so I can add your name twice. Also, to help us out on this, could you please give your blog address when you comment. Contest closes at 5 PM Central on Monday March 2nd and we will announce the winner by 7 PM. </p> <p>Welcome to the Revolution!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=165#post-1633 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 17:08:13 +0000 doedoe 1633@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello-I live in Missouri &#38; was wondering if anyone new of any good flea markets, auctions or junkin places to go? I live about 30 miles south of St. Louis, but my friend &#38; I love road trips. The more digging the better. I have a few...Ste. Genevieve has some junkin stores where you could probably spend a day. There is the Pevely flea market, but it's not so big &#38; usually the same people there every weekend. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=220#post-2383 Fri, 27 Feb 2009 08:48:27 +0000 momlvcntrt 2383@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>my nephew gave me this old and very heavy fence post. any suggestions as to what to do with it</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=216#post-2359 Thu, 26 Feb 2009 19:52:35 +0000 kelly 2359@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am thinking about having a "junk fair" in my town. Anyone have any ideas about getting it going? Thanks for your help!! Kelly </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=215#post-2301 Thu, 26 Feb 2009 06:07:48 +0000 gigi 2301@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i have small picket fence near front entrance (situated under big picture window)<br /> always seem to do some kind of vine, greenery, flowers across the top and a large wreath or basket w/same colors off to the side on ground. then add some holiday or season signs-crafts, lights, etc.<br /> soon my hostas and vinca will start to bloom and take up alot of the ground space and i'm getting pretty tired of looking at the same kind of decorating on the fence...i'd love to shake it up ALOT! anyone seen or have cute fence ideas to share?<br /> i have several things to use...different kinds of chairs, bird houses, windows, shutters, old house trim, old school desk, etc...just trying to find a cute way to use some of it or just a total different idea, altogether!! HELP!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=199#post-2143 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 04:36:21 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 2143@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i noticed in my last issue of country home that they had a very ki like article using lowly objects in new ways...a cookie cutter for a nametag holder etc.... it looked a lot like a ki article but not by ki...it seemed kind of odd.......<br /> also im getting better homes and gardens for the rest of my subscription....if id wanted that i would have subscribed....</p> <p>but im so sorry to see country home go...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.greenoakantiwques.com." rel="nofollow">www.greenoakantiwques.com.</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=77#post-663 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 17:56:02 +0000 kera33 663@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here are some pictures of things i have done with old windows </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=191#post-2011 Sat, 21 Feb 2009 16:29:47 +0000 gigi 2011@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>wondering what you ladies feel are the top glue products for adhering things to glass, mirrors, mixed materials.<br /> i have an old picture frame w/ stained glass flowers and mirrors that i'd like to tear apart and glue onto either a windows frame or directly to glass. (it's also a frosted type glass window...which may make it more difficult) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=206#post-2229 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 06:50:47 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 2229@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>any ideas for running a goood mall booth?</p> <p>we have been out of mall selling for a long time and ive just signed up for a nice big booth... and would love to hear from you mall sellers out there...what works, what they want now...i know it isnt like it used to be when there were so many collectors...so im going the shabby junky way and some furniture...any hints for me? thanks<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=192#post-2026 Sat, 21 Feb 2009 20:19:45 +0000 moderator 2026@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello, We hope you are enjoying the Junk Revolution Message boards. If you are having any technical issues using the boards, or any suggestions, please feel free to email us at <a href="mailto:moderator@junkrevolution.com.">moderator@junkrevolution.com.</a> We want to make this board easy and trouble free to use, so your input is very appreciated. You can also reply to this post if you are more comfortable with that.<br /> Sincerely,<br /> Moderator </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=209#post-2255 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 12:28:46 +0000 Tinta 2255@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm not very lucky at winning anything, so last night I decided to make my own. Thanks to Ki's sister for giving the boost to try one myself. Here's one and you can go to my blog to see a couple of others. Just a reminder, tho, that these are just samples. I'm working out the kinks and coming up with other ideas until I get them the way that I can be satisfied with.<br /> Cindy (tinta)</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=214#post-2291 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 19:35:17 +0000 Cynthia10 2291@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey all!</p> <p>I've decided that I'm going to jump onboard with the latest, greatest way to share junk and have an ONLINE GARAGE SALE! Thanks Margo and Mindy for this great idea and it sounds like a lot of fun! </p> <p>So This Sat and Sun, check out my blog: <a href="http://www.rustandsplinters.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.rustandsplinters.blogspot.com</a> for some great bargains!</p> <p>Spread the word and be sure and say hello!!!</p> <p>cynthia </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=207#post-2239 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 10:13:37 +0000 Leveta 2239@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Last weekend I found a nice peice of wood in our burnable woodpile. DH set it aside for me. Then a few days later at wal-mart I seen a neat color toulle(sp) material. Yellow with red pattern. Yesterday I went back and yep it was GONE....I looked and looked to see if it was somewhere else. But did fine same pattern in cream white and red. About 2am this moring as I lay in bed AWAKE I got to thinking about the 2 things. SO here's the question. Would you use adhesive spray(which I never have before) or modge podge to adhere the material to the wood? Then I thought vingtage door knobs would be cute as hangers...What do you think... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=212#post-2267 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:31:38 +0000 lovecrafting 2267@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My Grandmother used to have one like this on her vanity. She used it to hang all of her earrings on and it was so pretty. My neighbor gave me an old square dance outfit and I took the tulle out from under the skirt and made this. Tha base is a wood plaquethat I painted and added glitter to. Think I will maybe find some earrings to go on it like she did or decorate it for each holiday. Not sure which.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=211#post-2264 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 15:16:16 +0000 magark 2264@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Any ideas to repurpose a butter mold (5 1/2 x 3 1/4) that is missing its bottom. It is in good shape with great dove-tailing. The wood needs cleaning and maybe some paste wax. It is too charming to just toss away. Thanks! Jan </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=210#post-2261 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 14:24:21 +0000 magark 2261@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Need some help in identifying the proper name of picture frames that measure 42" long x 11" high with 5 compartments each that will hold 8 x 10 photos. I ran across 2 of them cleaning out a storage building and they are wood with an antique gold finish and a really neat applied architechural piece at the top center. I want to put them in our booth. I have seen them above beds in a couple of back issues of Romantic Homes. Would appreciate any input from anyone on these. Thanks! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=208#post-2254 Wed, 25 Feb 2009 12:24:15 +0000 DBurk 2254@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What a great bag. I could fill that with a lot of goodies. Your site is great. So glad you started it. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=40#post-290 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 16:42:34 +0000 greenoak 290@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>is anyone in etsy? im getting ready to try it....any hints?<br /> it sounds a lot different than ebay...which we have been on for years and now not too interested in.....my plan is vintage ephemera and some steam punk elements..in nice fat lots..... so many issues ...like finding a name that would appeal to the foo foo girls and the punky gothic jewelry girls.... i have the stuff.<br /> i would love to hear your advice on this...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=200#post-2148 Tue, 24 Feb 2009 07:43:57 +0000 gigi 2148@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>some of my husbands looks are priceless! these are the ones he gets when he thinks i've just crossed the line of sanity and need a straight-jacket and rubber-room!<br /> i see things in objects that he just doesn't understand (i guess) and he thinks some of my ideas are just plain..."weird"!<br /> just wondering what is the strangest thing that you've ever re-purposed or created....please share pics, if you can!!<br /> i'll be so excited to hear/see some of your ideas!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=175#post-1747 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 15:52:16 +0000 jcreviston 1747@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am so sorry ladies, we moved! We bought a home and moved this past weekend. Talk about a HUGE mess. Ugh! </p> <p>We moved from 800 sq feet (apartment) to a 1680 Sq. Foot Home.</p> <p>Lots of painting.. before we moved in. I still have m kitchen walls to paint, I don't do wall paper, lucky is wallpaper I could live with if I wanted. The same paper is also in the bathrooms.. so I'll do it weekend at a time. </p> <p>Anyone want to come help me unpack?? This is not fun.. Not fun at all!!! :) I need more stuff.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=150#post-1489 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 15:27:31 +0000 SayCindy 1489@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi,</p> <p>Newbie here! </p> <p>I want a 3-panel room divider in my living room but I am not very handy and hubby is not either. What can I use to make one? The lady at the antique store suggested screens. Any other ideas? TIA </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=164#post-1624 Fri, 13 Feb 2009 12:14:08 +0000 robolady 1624@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I got this lot of spice bottles at an auction recently. Was going to use them in my soldered bottle class. But the class idea fizzled and so I got in gear with another project. And there is no soldering involved. See my blog post for the whole story, pics and all.<br /> <a href="http://robolady.blogspot.com/2009/02/fun-new-bottle-project.html" rel="nofollow">http://robolady.blogspot.com/2009/02/fun-new-bottle-project.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=23#post-109 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 18:27:34 +0000 Leveta 109@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I live in Ky. near Owensboro. I love to go to TraderBakers on 60 west just going into O. behind Dairy Queen. They have lots of things and good prices... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=193#post-2045 Sat, 21 Feb 2009 23:57:27 +0000 junkermidge 2045@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I used to think that angels were a Christmas thing. But I now feel more that they make sense all year round. I know they're around me all year round. They've been on my mind lately, so I thought I'd share some that I've made. The first one I made yesterday, I guess baseball season is on my mind these days, too. The others are from Christmas. I think I'll continue experimenting with junk angels no matter what time of year. Maybe something croquetish next.<br /> Midge </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=178#post-1784 Wed, 18 Feb 2009 09:02:47 +0000 lovecrafting 1784@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is a flower arrangement that came from GW. I pulled all of the flowers out of another arrangement and repainted the urn.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=196#post-2095 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 17:05:45 +0000 gigi 2095@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i was just given an old window with about 8 panes, 2 of which are missing.<br /> it has chippy old paint that's falling off, in big patches...it definitely looks weathered.<br /> what would you do to save as much surface as possible yet clean it to work on?<br /> i'm thinking of hanging it sideways on a wall and adding some details on it and also maybe placing pics in the missing panes...it will be up and outta the way but don't want my poochies getting any chips that may come off over time....can i seal it somehow? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=197#post-2101 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 17:40:03 +0000 Linda.F 2101@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just started checking out these blogs, Im glad Im not the only person who lovessssss junk. great tote, hope to win </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=195#post-2050 Sun, 22 Feb 2009 06:44:08 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 2050@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>im having trouble putting paper collages behind glass panes in windows...<br /> have been using modpodge...and get bleeding on some of it... also too shiney sometimes....<br /> what would you use? can i just attach the edges with liquid nails or something like that....?<br /> thanks..<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=157#post-1580 Thu, 12 Feb 2009 09:16:48 +0000 gigi 1580@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>sure we all have at least 1 laying around...you buy the multiple pack of blank cd's and get a value but stuck with the package!?</p> <p>just saw the cutest idea to reuse it...to hold your bagel sandwich in for lunch!! the center core holds it and all it's contents in place, the outter keeps it from crushing during travel! :) </p> <p>maybe i'm slow at finding this out...but it's just too adorable! :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=190#post-2002 Sat, 21 Feb 2009 15:05:35 +0000 Leveta 2002@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm going to a auction tonight and I need for you ladies that go aften(my first in a looooong while)what you would bid on nice older quilts. ASAP... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=59#post-517 Sat, 17 Jan 2009 12:05:15 +0000 momlvcntrt 517@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>any ideas folks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=60#post-518 Sat, 17 Jan 2009 12:57:37 +0000 cheryl 518@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just found your website this week and it is great!! I will be using a lot of ideas I have seen. Here is an old ammunition box I found at a thrift store for $1.99. It made a great display case for my old kitchen utensils I had.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=180#post-1803 Wed, 18 Feb 2009 11:06:25 +0000 kera33 1803@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just found two old horse shoes and i wanna do something neat with them..any ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=186#post-1890 Fri, 20 Feb 2009 08:08:49 +0000 gigi 1890@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>(just wondering this as i read about the st. patty craft ideas)</p> <p>what is your most favorite time to decorate and/or go look at how others do?</p> <p>since posting on this site...i can't help but be more aware of how others homes are/aren't decorated...the ideas range and i mostly gaze at the outsides while passing by...but have also gotten some inspiration from it, too!</p> <p>are you a leader and try to create new things to awe others or a follower and re-create others ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=179#post-1793 Wed, 18 Feb 2009 09:20:32 +0000 lovecrafting 1793@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>These are candlesticks I turned upside down and added a plate to the base for weight so they don't tip over. The cloches are lamp parts turned upside down. Notice the birds inside? I love them and tend to use them a lot.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=187#post-1899 Fri, 20 Feb 2009 09:13:28 +0000 lovecrafting 1899@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Any ideas for this? I love the designs and hoped to attach it to a cieling light fixture but the tears showed through pretty bad. I can't figure out how to patch the tears so would love ideas for other uses for it. I am at a creative stand still with this one.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=185#post-1871 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 22:55:41 +0000 megardengal 1871@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I know you usually use a tile cutter to cut china but I am wondering if there is a different tool to make them into those neat little squares of tiles for doing mosiac. Any help would be appreciated!!</p> <p>blessings<br /> mary </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=131#post-1248 Wed, 04 Feb 2009 19:39:33 +0000 robolady 1248@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was inspired by NJTomboy's post on another forum to do this project. I really like how it turned out. I made it with 1/2 cut china cups, bathroom tile, and various salvaged bits.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=183#post-1852 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 18:43:40 +0000 Breznlin 1852@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does anyone have any decorating ideas for St. Patrick's Day or the month of March? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=90#post-826 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 12:15:02 +0000 Not Too Shabby 826@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Does anyone have any suggestions for junking in Pennsylvania? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=181#post-1836 Thu, 19 Feb 2009 12:24:10 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 1836@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>what i really miss about the modern antique and junk world is all the shops that used to be....20 yrs ago before the malls took over i went to so many neat shops... shops where i could go and buy in about any town i wanted to go to....<br /> i could talk to the owners and really get the good deals.... plus all the news of the world..it was such a nice way to buy compared to malls now where the owner isnt even there...<br /> im going into a mall soon.with high hopes..</p> <p>..but i sure miss all the neat shops.and people ..every one seemed to have its own flavor.....<br /> now about all gone...maybe this economy will make some more appear....<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=82#post-759 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 00:23:15 +0000 rebeljunker 759@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi Ki!<br /> I just read your blog on Junk Camp about you buying cooling racks at the Mt. Dora flea market.What are you going to do with them??? I am very curious!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=177#post-1767 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 19:37:31 +0000 lovecrafting 1767@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have another spindle like this one that i posted in an earlier post but not sure if I want to do another candle stand. Any other ideas?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=45#post-330 Tue, 13 Jan 2009 13:41:58 +0000 calico 330@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We took the old railing off of our porch this past summer and put a new one up. I now have a bunch of the colonial spindles left. Any ideas on what i can do with them?<br /> Thanks,<br /> Vicki </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=97#post-918 Mon, 26 Jan 2009 08:09:02 +0000 kera33 918@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Ok so I have this five arm chandeler that I am trying to figure out what to do with it. A lady gave it to me and I just loved it. I dont want to use it as a light, but Id love to do something with it! any ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=174#post-1739 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 10:10:09 +0000 robolady 1739@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I recently got the parts of an old piano. I knew exactly what I was going to do with the pedals as soon as I saw them. Well not exactly, but I had a general idea.<br /> <a href="http://www.robomargo.com/IMG_7264.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://www.robomargo.com/IMG_7264.jpg</a><br /> <a href="http://www.robomargo.com/IMG_7270.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://www.robomargo.com/IMG_7270.jpg</a><br /> I decopaged old sheet music onto a piece of wood that was from a table top or something. It had a nice shape to it. Then just screwed in the pedals using the existing hardware. Attached a shelf and it's done.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=99#post-958 Mon, 26 Jan 2009 19:11:39 +0000 SecondHandRosie 958@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>One of my favorite things in my house: four numbers that I bought at the junkyard. They came off the side of a railroad switch box. Loved the &quot;patina&quot; of them. The 29 is my lucky number and the 50 is the year that I was born. Knew that I was MEANT to have them!</p> <p>The junkyard where I bought them soon after went out of business. My smart aleck husband says it's because I bought everything! LOL<br /> He wasn't too mad - he's the one who mounted them in the frame and painted it.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=168#post-1662 Sun, 15 Feb 2009 17:08:53 +0000 Leveta 1662@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Has anyone heard of this mag? I bought a copy at Lowes sunday. It also has a DVD with it. Ideals for every room-How to projects- Tour the house that junk built,flea market shopping 101,junk workshop... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=158#post-1587 Thu, 12 Feb 2009 10:37:46 +0000 rebeljunker 1587@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have been on numerous sites where the last post is on the top. This is very nice so one does not have to scroll all the way down to read the one you haven't read. Just a suggestion. Thanks. Enjoying this site. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=176#post-1748 Tue, 17 Feb 2009 16:03:57 +0000 gigi 1748@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>okay...i've seen cool crafts using things like old pulleys and shovels, etc but nothing with old manual hand drills. i just picked up 3 rather cheap and want to make something awesome out of them...preferable using them separately. pics would be fantastic!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=169#post-1676 Mon, 16 Feb 2009 05:39:30 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 1676@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>how to make 4000$....yesterday an old buddy of mine was in thestore...hes the guy who buys all the 1$ boxes at the auction...or anythng old and cheap....he buys it up here in indiana...and sells it at some auction in ky..<br /> .he was here yesterdsy with his daughters and said he sold a pick up load down there for 4000$ in about 2 hours.....hes 85....... hes so popular with the auctioneers...a sure bidder on cheap or super reasonable vintage no matter how bad...<br /> i hate to see him at auction becasue he scoops up all the deals...the ones i want too!!! and he never runs out of money...<br /> hes a great guy...and told me his dad lived to 90 and never quit working...and he plans to go on till the end...<br /> my hero...kind of...so sad,,his wife lives seperately becausue of all the junk....they probably grew up in the depression....and that did produce some very major saving habits...lol...<br /> ann </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=145#post-1379 Mon, 09 Feb 2009 10:59:01 +0000 Meadowview Farm 1379@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My, my, my...even Valentine's Day is a big to do at my home - can you say two containers of fun stuff to add around the house in celebration. Here are two quick photos to wish you all a happy Valentine's Day. The first is a great urn my Dave found along the edge of the road - treated up with a sparkly heart. The second picture is a vintage glass heart tray with &quot;gems&quot;.<br /> Happy Heart Day Junk Revolution Friends!<br /> Kari<br /> Hopefully my pictures will make it thru this funky dial-up rural system - smile!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=159#post-1595 Thu, 12 Feb 2009 18:07:36 +0000 Meadowview Farm 1595@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So...Here's the question:<br /> How do you Flea Market? Like...What do you carry/pack, what is your game plan, do you arrive early or late, do you start at the front or the back...do you run through every booth or linger.....you get it -- tell us??? Now mind you - we are ONLY talking Flea Markets here -- Don't you worry, we'll talk garage saling, auctions, etc. later... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=133#post-1273 Thu, 05 Feb 2009 18:14:56 +0000 gigi 1273@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>does anyone have directions or a site for making old rag blankets (i believe thats the word i want?) the ones where you take maybe old t-shirts or jeans, cut and either tie off or sew the raw edges outward? my kids have a ton of old sports tshirts w/school logo that would look adorable as a blanket/quilt. or any other suggestions for the surplus!? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=160#post-1597 Thu, 12 Feb 2009 19:30:12 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 1597@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i just put a section on my blog for freebies...stuff you can get free for your website or blog ....i put a graphics spot and a spot that gives free blog decorations.....any other fun freebies i could add? </p> <p>and the wish is another category for junk business on this site......for users with web sites,etsy sellers, ebayers, mall booths, shows or stores etc.... i think there are quite a few of us on here...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=155#post-1534 Wed, 11 Feb 2009 09:38:20 +0000 farmgirl 1534@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Last summer we put in a patio. So I now have a blank slate to work with. I have a 4 ft section of porch railing that I would like to put lights on and hang above my table for light. I would like to use an old pulley to anchor it in a tree with a rope to attach to an old smoke house. The electrical chord follow the rope so it would not be in plain sight. I plan on using rope lights attached to the railing because it is a short distance from my house and I would like a little more illumination. Any suggestions would be appreciated. Lori </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=151#post-1501 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 19:36:44 +0000 Reen 1501@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Found this old school desk at the local GW for $19.01. It had been painted multiple times, including an unfortunate neon green and the top was peeling and splitting. My best friend thought I was nuts for buying it. But another $10 for wood and my first experience with a router, I have a great bedside table.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=154#post-1531 Wed, 11 Feb 2009 09:28:35 +0000 nebrjunk456 1531@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Last fall I went to Iowa to visit one of my junking friends, he called and said he had a whole bunch of new things in, so off I went to check it out. I arrived there about mid morning, it is a two hour drive or me, but always well worth the trip. He has three storage units full of &quot;junk&quot; and a building downtown. His prices are excellent, so plan on bringing the truck and cash. Here are some photos of my trip and my purchases. Enjoy! The aquarium box is full of old antique glass Christmas ornaments! That was fun to go through!</p> <p>P.S. Wait till you see what I discovered on my way home.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=149#post-1469 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 06:43:29 +0000 GoldieMN 1469@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just found out my niece is featured in the Spring 2009 issue of this magazine. Her name is Denise Sharp (D Sharp). Here is a sneak peak of the magazine. Now I need to go out and find a copy.<br /> Carol L.<br /> <a href="http://www.stampington.com/html/woman_create_spring_09.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.stampington.com/html/woman_create_spring_09.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=147#post-1399 Mon, 09 Feb 2009 14:29:12 +0000 lovecrafting 1399@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I built this little thing from scrap lumber I picked up at a local construction site. The design on the back was done using homemade rubons.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=152#post-1508 Tue, 10 Feb 2009 20:49:11 +0000 Reen 1508@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Anyone have any tips for junking in Georgia, especially Atlanta/North Georgia area? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=148#post-1407 Mon, 09 Feb 2009 15:03:46 +0000 Leveta 1407@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Got these at SVD this morning...I'm also useing a mirror disc...</p> <p><a href="http://i330.photobucket.com/albums/l440/Leveta_6o/P1090408.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i330.photobucket.com/albums/l440/Leveta_6o/P1090408.jpg</a><br /> <a href="http://i330.photobucket.com/albums/l440/Leveta_6o/P1090409.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://i330.photobucket.com/albums/l440/Leveta_6o/P1090409.jpg</a></p> <p>Edited by Moderator </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=140#post-1325 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 15:30:47 +0000 lovecrafting 1325@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This was an old ugly bright brass plant stand. All of the glass shelves were broken. I repainted it using touches of pink and light green with a coat of white over them and then distressed it in places so the green and pink would show through. The new shaelves were plates from my local TS.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=135#post-1280 Sat, 07 Feb 2009 07:32:06 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 1280@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>my theory on making stuff is to make it big and with old parts....since china can make about anything small for 3 $...... this has helped us a lot...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=33#post-204 Fri, 09 Jan 2009 21:34:38 +0000 KudzuKween 204@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Who's made anything for Valentine's Day? Any ideas for decorating the porch and/or front door? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=137#post-1295 Sat, 07 Feb 2009 17:39:26 +0000 rebeljunker 1295@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello. I would like advice on what kind of wood to use for our entertainment center? I want to paint it white/off white, distress, and antique it. I do not want to use oak or other expensive wood. Has anyone ever used good2side plywood? Help, and thankyou! Di </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=143#post-1368 Mon, 09 Feb 2009 09:37:22 +0000 moderator 1368@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Changing your password is easy with the following instructions.</p> <p>Sign in, and view the message boards. Up at the top you'll see a button that says "my profile" click it.<br /> Then you'll see a red button that says "edit your profile" click it.<br /> Near the bottom you'll see a place where you can change your password. Then click update. That should do it. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=142#post-1355 Sun, 08 Feb 2009 20:42:08 +0000 lovecrafting 1355@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I moved to NW Ar about 2 years ago and am still looking for all of the local haunts to go junking. Any ideas other than the "pig trail"? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=132#post-1263 Thu, 05 Feb 2009 09:25:27 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 1263@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>wow, shabby schic declared bankruptsy...... what an awful year for business....scary year for sure.<br /> actually i never could understand how she could get those prices, i dont think it would work with the kind of fun junky/shabby girls i know down here in indiana........<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=130#post-1242 Wed, 04 Feb 2009 16:51:27 +0000 Lila 1242@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I wanted to share a project I did a while back. I got this old aluminum TV stand from the 60's I think. I paid $10 for it. I turned it into a rolling bar. I hope my pictures come through. </p> <p>Lila</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=73#post-630 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 11:59:54 +0000 derbygirl712 630@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>several years back i moved from a house to a mobilehome, since i am rather handy i knew i would need to bring my old wooden ladder incase of any roof repairs. after moving it i discovered it wouldnt fit in my storage shed, and you arent allowed to store items under your trailer. what else to do but bring it inside.<br /> i hung it above my windows at ceiling level with some large hooks, then in each of the slots put framed pictures of family, had larger slots for 10x13 and the slots at the other end of ladder worked well for 5x7. it has been a great conversation piece with all my guests </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=52#post-423 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 06:36:27 +0000 momlvcntrt 423@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>this is what i did with an old ice skate. i love it now i am looking for old ice skates for next christmas </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=128#post-1221 Tue, 03 Feb 2009 13:20:59 +0000 rebeljunker 1221@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>After reading Leveta's article about Ky people, I was wondering if their are any other Canadians(or Manitobians) on this site? Di </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=120#post-1155 Mon, 02 Feb 2009 08:18:02 +0000 Leveta 1155@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was wondering if there are any Ky ladies here. And if there are what part... </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=50#post-398 Wed, 14 Jan 2009 12:08:39 +0000 Ki 398@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have always wanted to do a mosaic project using broken china and salvaged metal bits. I have no idea where to start. Any suggestions for materials and where to purchase the same, procedures, and warnings so I can avoid those crafty creative pitfalls would be much appreciated. I think I will do something flat...table top...trivet... or wall art to start. I may need one of those fish tank stands everyone is chatting about. </p> <p>My sister, Karla, said she wants to work on a mosaic project as well so it will be great sister time!</p> <p>Hope you can help.</p> <p>Peace,<br /> Ki </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=46#post-341 Tue, 13 Jan 2009 16:15:00 +0000 misselaineous 341@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just checked Ki's junk blog, and she arrived safely in Ocala today. Sadly, we are due to have our worst weather of the winter, starting Wednesday night. COLD...as low as the 20's...and they're predicting that this will last for about a week. Bright side?? There sure ain't no snow...and maybe the crowds @ Renninger's won't be quite so heavy. Can't wait till Friday...Steph &#38; I are heading out @ 7:30...I don't care how cold it is, I've got heat in my truck &#38; one pair of leftover gloves from Massachussetts!! :o} *elaine* </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=74#post-641 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 13:18:17 +0000 jcreviston 641@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>So I am apart of a local yard sale site, its like a yard sale online (its great I made good money off of it!) I saw these people selling tin stars.. bunch of them for an offer. I asked them what they wanted.. 10.00 seems fair right? some where painted so I will have to repaint them. (painted with a brush and acrylic paint yuck)</p> <p>I gave my Mom 11 of them.. I have 27.. so 38 for 10.00!</p> <p>I will sell some of them.. but wow.. what a deal!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=86#post-799 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 22:22:40 +0000 robolady 799@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>since Ki has revealed that the racks she bought will be used for some sort of organizational project. I thought I'd bring up a thread for other organizing ideas. In what way have you used Junk to organize your home, office or life. Pictures please.<br /> This is a cool old plate drying rack that I picked up. I liked it because it had the side basket for silverware. I didn't know exactly what i was going to do with it, and then it hit me. I have it on my desk for files, bills, and the silverware section is for pens etc. Now my desk is all organized and in a cool way.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=123#post-1169 Mon, 02 Feb 2009 11:20:35 +0000 gigi 1169@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>just wondering how many of you go about pricing your items to sell? do you have a general rule of thumb or certain equation? </p> <p>that's always been a problem for me...sometimes my emotions over-value something while my knowledge may under-value?</p> <p>i'm talking more about pieces you've repurposed or made yourself? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=101#post-984 Tue, 27 Jan 2009 16:45:48 +0000 momlvcntrt 984@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>any suggestions on how to clean rust bed springs. just want to get the surface dirt off </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=54#post-439 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 13:29:49 +0000 KudzuKween 439@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Is it okay to post about a give away on my blog? It's in honor of my 50th birthday and our wedding anniversary. Winner chosen on January 23rd, my birthday! Please sign up on the "I - &lt;3 - U" post. Thanks, Ya'll, and good luck!<br /> Kudzu<br /> <a href="http://kudzukween.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">http://kudzukween.blogspot.com/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=96#post-915 Mon, 26 Jan 2009 06:04:18 +0000 paintwife 915@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My son plays drums and when he was ready to replace his cymbals he was actually going to throw these old ones away. I painted them and hung them on some shepherds hooks, now I'm waiting for him to wear out his new ones LOL</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=117#post-1079 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 08:44:19 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 1079@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>this could be a contest to build buying skills or business skills.... everybody gets 500$ and dropped into a big fleamarket.......at the end of the day they show their buys and whoever gets the most value wins....or better yet, they get one month to turn their buys into actual money...by selling what they got,..and whoever sold the most wins...... ...<br /> it would be so interesting....and infuriating...because we know flea shopping involves lots of serendipity..<br /> i think that would be great fun, say on a junk tv channel..<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=42#post-297 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 18:35:19 +0000 Meadowview Farm 297@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have been selling antiques &#38; vintage finds since 2001 at local Antique Malls. I currently sell from a large booth and a case in Hixton, Wisconsin. I set my goal to make double my rent -- and have never been disappointed. It is a hobby for me - so when I have high months --- all the more to reinvest! </p> <p>So, my question for those of you that resell is - how is it going? Do you do better at malls, on-line/on Ebay, at flea markets to sell? Have you seen changes with the economy? Any "tricks of the trade" you care to share?</p> <p>Thanks!! Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=105#post-1010 Wed, 28 Jan 2009 15:26:27 +0000 rebeljunker 1010@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi!<br /> Have you seen the fireplace screens that Ki has on her "junk camp" blog. Ki, tell your sister Karla that they are absolutely beautiful!!!<br /> Ki, I just wanted to let you know I really enjoy your blog. Keep up the great work. It just makes my day to see how other people transform "junk". Happy junking Di </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=113#post-1054 Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:57:34 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 1054@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i see so much neat reuses of stuff from the depression era.those people would totally understand our junk thing...</p> <p>ive seen...tons of things arouond the old fruit crates..dressers , cubbyholes, and shelves especially...lots with cloth attached..<br /> also lots of configurations with the cheese boxes....often in the garage for nuts and bolts and nails ets....the cute cubbieholes and wonderful little drawer units.kind of like spice boxes..one i remember had little bolts for handles.......<br /> and wood spools....i love spool furniture.... they hold it together with metal rods...ive had all kinds of shelves...nice tall ones, ornate corner shelves....these are worth money...</p> <p>and feedsacks, they were purposly made to attract the women...and ive had lots of old ladies love the sacks because their mother made their clothes out of them when they were little......</p> <p>then theres quilts,tramp art, and the rocking chair made out of old spinning wheel..... ive had 3 or 4 of those....<br /> i feel a blog coming on, if i could find pictures of all this...<br /> anysway that era totally inspires me...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=16#post-72 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:27:36 +0000 robolady 72@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This post will be the place for you to post about your favorite junking books. We all Love Ki's books of course, but there are so many good ones out there. My current fav is<br /> Modern Country<br /> by Nancy Ingram (Author), Jenifer Jordan (Photographer)</p> <p>And I'm really wanting to get<br /> The New French Decor<br /> by Michele/ Trillard<br /> But it's kinda pricey.<br /> Do you have a current favorite book that is inspiring you? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=94#post-878 Sat, 24 Jan 2009 15:47:03 +0000 Meadowview Farm 878@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>We moved to Western Wisconsin in 2007 -- and have been having so much fun finding new antique/junking experiences in Minnesota --- however, I know I am missing great opportunities. Where might you suggest we try?<br /> Kari </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=119#post-1099 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 18:11:48 +0000 simplyjunk 1099@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello, could someone recommend a product that might remove rust, from metal? I don't know if anything exists, but would love feedback.<br /> Thanks in advance.<br /> N </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=107#post-1030 Thu, 29 Jan 2009 12:32:47 +0000 kera33 1030@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am looking for an idea of something I can do with my son. His father his having a baby girl in april and my son asked if we could make something for her...Kindda weird for me, but how could I tell my son no when he asked me to help him...anybody got any ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=112#post-1053 Fri, 30 Jan 2009 07:41:05 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 1053@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>what could you do with glass blocks besides drilling them for a light? we have a nice pile....<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot,com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot,com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=115#post-1076 Sat, 31 Jan 2009 07:38:08 +0000 TESIE 1076@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have seen projects where people have cut tea cups and plates and such. How in the world do you cut a tea cup in half? I've always wanted to do some of the projects, but don't know how you can cut these kinds of items. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=98#post-933 Mon, 26 Jan 2009 13:42:47 +0000 robolady 933@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>As some of you may know, I had a bad experience last year with the antique mall I was at. Sales were great, dealers were great, Management wasn't so great. So I moved out and had my Yard sales, sold on ebay etc. But I was missing the whole booth/store thing. So I've decided to take the plunge again at another place, and this place is only 4 miles from my home, can't beat that. First I talked with other dealers that have booths there, asked questions about sales, management, rules, rent etc. It all sounded good. Then I went up there and talked to the management and it is still good. So guess what-I'm gonna do it. I should be able to start moving in Feb 1. I'm sure I'll be updating you with pics and progress so stay tuned. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=114#post-1064 Fri, 30 Jan 2009 13:59:01 +0000 kera33 1064@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My friend dropped off about 50 wine corks to me, any ideas of how to use them? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=102#post-985 Tue, 27 Jan 2009 16:47:10 +0000 kera33 985@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have this old thing that you hand your shirt on and hang pants over...I cant think of what its called. It was my husband grandfathers and I keep moving it around thinking I'll find something to do with it. any ideas...guess it would help if I could think of what its called.. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=57#post-480 Fri, 16 Jan 2009 13:20:07 +0000 chosmosw 480@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was just rooting around in my storage attic and found a shoebox full of the little brass picture frames. I love them but would welcome a new idea! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=55#post-448 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 16:13:18 +0000 gigi 448@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>i'm the kind of person that uses something til it falls apart...i decorate kinda the same, when i like/love something (free/expensive) i find it hard to detach...so, i don't move things around alot on my walls, etc...the thing is "I REALLY WANT TO" but dear husband doesn't like the thought of nail holes all over, etc. what's your best hanging technique/solution to prevent this and allow me to change out the walls frequently. what products are out there that hold alot of weight or easy to remove, etc. (i'm sure my husband will offer to kiss all of the repliers!! :) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=100#post-981 Tue, 27 Jan 2009 15:51:57 +0000 jillruth 981@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Just thought I'd share a post from my blog about the printer's boxes my son and I both have for our collections. I haven't seen these drawers as often as I used to and would like to have one or so more I think!! So many little antique and junky treasures out there. Just putting something in it's own little space makes it that much more special don't you think?<br /> <a href="http://jillruth.blogspot.com/2009/01/its-genetic.html" rel="nofollow">http://jillruth.blogspot.com/2009/01/its-genetic.html</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=103#post-991 Tue, 27 Jan 2009 18:25:28 +0000 texasfern 991@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>You may have seen me on GW with this question, I'm just getting as much info as possible.<br /> I am needing to join a piece of glass that has a serrated edge to a flat one. I am building totems, just 2 to 3 pieces each.<br /> Then I started combinging the finished ones and have come up with some nice pieces, but I have to deal with serrated edges!<br /> The silicone will be too flexible as well as visible, so I googled epoxy and wanted to hear from you guys about it.<br /> Thanks<br /> TF </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=104#post-997 Tue, 27 Jan 2009 21:58:49 +0000 Tinta 997@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Went shopping at the SA today. I love the little file cabinet for some reason. It was probably meant to hold index cards or recipes. I thought I'd use it to store scissors, pens, small paint brushes, etc. I posted more pics on my blog if you want to check'em out. <a href="http://tintastreasures.blogspot.com." rel="nofollow">http://tintastreasures.blogspot.com.</a> Here's a few pics of what I got today.....</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=95#post-905 Sun, 25 Jan 2009 18:43:26 +0000 csudderth 905@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Here is the "menopausal woman" I welded. She has some serious attitude and can go from cold to hot in a "flash". LOL Her body was made from some cannister that I picked up at the metal salvage yard and her mood gauge is from a shower assembly. The skirt is an old tennis or golf ball basket, her feet are hinges and her legs and arms are made from pipe from the salvage yard. Her ankle bracelets are old springs. Her hair is the springs from an old car seat. She's about 4 1/2 feet tall but don't let her size fool you. Her hands on her hips let you know she means business!</p> <p>Christy </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=88#post-822 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 11:10:08 +0000 Tinta 822@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I just added my weekly picture on my blog. It could be a walk down memory lane for some of us.<br /> Enjoy<br /> Cindy (tinta) </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=66#post-580 Sun, 18 Jan 2009 16:44:52 +0000 paintwife 580@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>O.K.I happen to be pleased with this, but my Hubby thinks I'm a bit twisted. C'mon it's not like it's plugged in or anything, and I did save it from the landfill right? And by the way Gill (my fish) seem quite content.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=83#post-767 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 10:23:43 +0000 DPumm 767@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was told by the lady at the flea market where I bought some bottles to let them soak in water with CLR cleaner. I don't know if I didn't put enough of the CLR in the water or if I just need to find something else but thought I would ask here for ideas. The only type bottle brush I can find is fat ones for baby bottles, keep hopeing I come across one at a thrift store or some wheres, that would help I'm sure. Diana </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=91#post-834 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 15:16:42 +0000 ArmyWife 834@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am going to try to make a suitcase end table seen here at RoboJunker's. I have some old Samsonite suitcases and wondered if the texture would look wrong if I painted it? If not a full coat of paint (the suitcase is a country blue), could I just do a random black dry brush on it to darken it? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=92#post-838 Fri, 23 Jan 2009 16:02:29 +0000 jcreviston 838@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I wouldn't normally post asking help.. I'd usually just call my Dad.. but I can't seem to get in touch with him.. ugh (ahh the joys of being retired) can I convert this chandelier I purchased into one I can plug in? is there some type of kit or something?</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=80#post-727 Wed, 21 Jan 2009 08:43:19 +0000 beckic 727@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi, I am going on a road trip (yahoo!) from Ontario, Canada to South Carolina and would love some tips on the best places to stop for junk/flea markets, antique stores, etc. I will be travelling briefly along I-90 to I-79, I-77, I-40 and then some other jumps to Myrtle Beach. I would appreciate any recommendations. Thank you! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=81#post-747 Wed, 21 Jan 2009 16:18:05 +0000 urbanminerkc 747@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>If you're ever in Kansas City for the 1st Friday weekend, come by Urban Mining Homewares for wonderful treasures at friendly prices! From fine antiques to funky junk to re-purposed oddities and novelties to great new uses for old finds, come see us! Different every month! Check out <a href="http://www.urbanmininghomewares.com." rel="nofollow">www.urbanmininghomewares.com.</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=85#post-798 Thu, 22 Jan 2009 21:47:32 +0000 jcreviston 798@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Country Home.. mmmm. my favorite mag of all time.. you have to get the Feb issue.. its great. I love it! Lots of great ideas!! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=79#post-725 Wed, 21 Jan 2009 08:06:28 +0000 kera33 725@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am looking for some ideas on a project to do with my son. We went to his first nascar race this past year and I just got our pictures back and I want to do something fun with him and the pictures, something that we can hang in his room.any ideas? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=35#post-239 Sat, 10 Jan 2009 20:59:46 +0000 luvmygarden 239@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'm looking for ideas/advice for this marble lamp base. I snapped this up for a $1 at a yard sale last year with the fleeting thought it would make a great birdbath base for the flower garden. After getting it home I couldn't come up with something to be the bath that really suited me. So it has sat and I still can't figure out anything. It is made up of 3 or 4 marble pieces (one is broken but still usable). Ideas for other uses? Or should I just try to Ebay it and move on?<br /> Thanks!</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=63#post-549 Sun, 18 Jan 2009 09:52:51 +0000 robolady 549@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My DH sent me this article, I thought it was interesting, Hope you enjoy.<br /> <a href="http://www.inhabitat.com/2009/01/17/susan-benarcik-eco-paper-sculptures/" rel="nofollow">http://www.inhabitat.com/2009/01/17/susan-benarcik-eco-paper-sculptures/</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=75#post-644 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 13:58:23 +0000 momlvcntrt 644@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>on you website you have a clock made out of paper bag. my question do i cut the paper bag to put in my printle then wrinkle or wrinkle first. dont want to jam my printer </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=71#post-625 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 09:26:46 +0000 jcreviston 625@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>These are the things I have to find a home for.. for now we live in an apartment.. not a lot of storeage space for great junk. So.. whatever I have I tend to keep on my washer.. lol well here is everything..</p> <p>See those big candle sticks? mirrors and all. Well.. of course they don't match ANYTHING in my house. So I tried to take one of the mirrors off.. that doesn't work. Ugh.. I'll figure something out..</p> <p>Any good ideas for my &quot;Junk&quot;</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=70#post-618 Mon, 19 Jan 2009 07:38:00 +0000 AnnOfGreenoak 618@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>im in chicago at the merchandise mart, buying for the store...all the right stuff i hope..lol</p> <p>lots of altered art and junk inthe market...not real of course but made in china...<br /> like;<br /> licience plates on birdhouses, and totes<br /> cut out tin butterflies<br /> decorated bottles<br /> framed old tin<br /> and lots of beautiful displays using porch posts, porch trim, and old windows...<br /> i think weve hit the mainstream...<br /> ann<br /> <a href="http://www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">www.magpiecottage.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=29#post-161 Thu, 08 Jan 2009 12:28:48 +0000 VanessaKae 161@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>My inlaws gave me a bunch of lathe that came out of the walls in their old house. Does anyone have any great projects I could make? </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=62#post-547 Sun, 18 Jan 2009 09:41:36 +0000 robolady 547@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>It seems like all my online and blog friends are always with me when I junk. If I know you like or collect something, I'll notice those item and say to myself &quot;so&#38;so would like these&quot;. So it was yesterday when I ran across a collection of ice picks. Ki this one's for you.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=64#post-550 Sun, 18 Jan 2009 09:54:39 +0000 robolady 550@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>picked this article up from another site. Thought you'd be interested in seeing this neat keyboard made from scrabble tiles.<br /> <a href="http://www.datamancer.net/keyboards/scrabble/scrabble.htm" rel="nofollow">http://www.datamancer.net/keyboards/scrabble/scrabble.htm</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=58#post-500 Sat, 17 Jan 2009 06:07:03 +0000 misselaineous 500@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Before I do anything else this Saturday morning, I want to say a huge Thank You to our Junk Revolution "fearless leader" Ki!! As you know, Ki is in Ocala Florida for the winter, and through this message board I was able to talk to her and arrange a meeting there yesterday. What a thrill, but even more, what a great lady!! Ki is so warm &#38; friendly...just real &#38; down to earth...and after hello and a hug, you feel like she's a friend! We talked, &#38; took some pics, and talked some more...and it was really one of the highlights of the day!!! While Ki's sister was taking pictures, I heard a lady at a neighboring picnic table stagewhisper, "Is she someone famous?" To that I say "Yes m'am, she is...how could you not know Ki Nassauer??!!!??" Thank You Ki, for taking the time to meet Steph &#38; myself, and for signing my 06 Junk Market style magazine, and most of all for being you! It was a pleasure to meet you &#38; your sister! As we left Renninger's Steph said "So who we meetin' next weekend? That was great!!" *elaine* PS we took quite a few pictures, but haven't got time to post them this AM...got to go to work...and I may have to post them on my blog rather than here. I am able to resize pics, but when I save them I can't find them again...I know.. sounds like a personal problem..LOL..Now if I can just figure out how to get you to my blog...I'll mess with it after work, I promise! Have a great Saturday! </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=24#post-118 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 21:52:46 +0000 robolady 118@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I recently bought a roll of this stuff. I can see a few projects in my mind, how about you. It's metal strapping found in the plumbing dept. It has holes all up and down it. It's very bendable and shapable, and you can attach it to itself with screws/nuts and comes in a long roll, easy to cut with tin snips. So Let's start throwing out ideas.</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=56#post-460 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 19:52:54 +0000 Tinta 460@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Before I tell you what it is that I would like to put outside (when it warms up), you have to visit my blog spot. I would post a picture, but it would spoil it. I'm not just trying to get visitors to my blog (well...), I really would like some advise. Do you think it would be okay to put outside if I would paint it or do you think it would still rust out? I don't want to ruin it but I think it would be cute sitting out in my yard somewhere.<br /> Thanks in advance.<br /> Cindy (tinta)<br /> <a href="http://tintastreasures.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">http://tintastreasures.blogspot.com</a> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=20#post-90 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 22:17:57 +0000 csudderth 90@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I was lucky enough to go the the Junk Bonanza last year with the Red Shed Gals from Texas. I'm finding new uses all the time for the treasures I brought home from this trip. Sure hope they have another trip this year. Anybody know if this is in the works?<br /> Christy </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=27#post-134 Wed, 07 Jan 2009 10:09:58 +0000 moderator 134@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I'd love to encourage everyone to load an avatar or picture of yourself.<br /> We'd love to see a part of you personality with each post. If you have a picture or avatar to load it's very easy. Simply click "My Profile" above and follow the links to add the pic. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=53#post-431 Thu, 15 Jan 2009 10:38:50 +0000 moderator 431@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>There is a FAQ (frequently asked questions) written up by our technical people. This FAQ will answer many of the questions you are having about pictures, posts, and rules. It is located to your left under COMMUNITY. I do not mind questions, I just wanted to let you all know that the FAQ is there.<br /> Moderator </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=48#post-375 Wed, 14 Jan 2009 10:30:08 +0000 jcreviston 375@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>What should I do with this??</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=34#post-209 Sat, 10 Jan 2009 09:27:21 +0000 coalminersdaughter 209@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I found this yesterday at a resale shop in a basket of wooden ornaments. I'm pretty sure we had at least one of these gals when I was young . Can anyone tell me if they have a name or what they were called ?</p> <p>Karen </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=36#post-245 Sun, 11 Jan 2009 08:50:24 +0000 NYMary 245@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I have found 6 of these since I have been perusing the bulk pickup piles and they make great plant holders. I bought a verdigres finish kit and had a piece of glass cut for the top. They would look nice on a screened in or covered patio also. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=43#post-309 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 21:33:12 +0000 moderator 309@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>This is in response to a question asked by a member:<br /> When you make a post, look just below the text box. You'll see the "browse" button, click it, and look for the pic from your computer. When you find it double click and the location of the picture, will appear in the gray box. Then click "send post with attachments." You can then add additional pictures to the same post by clicking that "Add additional attachments" link. Let me know how that works for you. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=38#post-278 Mon, 12 Jan 2009 11:16:37 +0000 moderator 278@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Several of you have had password problems. I do apologize for this. The error appears to be in our system. If your assigned password is not working, please email <a href="mailto:moderator@junkrevolution.com">moderator@junkrevolution.com</a> and I'll change the password, and we'll get you on the system.<br /> Sorry for the inconvenience.<br /> Moderator </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=26#post-131 Wed, 07 Jan 2009 10:03:30 +0000 Marge 131@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hey Ann of Green Oak, glad to see you here! For the rest of you, if you haven't already done so, you've got to visit her web site (greenaokantiques.com). Her place is awesome! I so want to go there. They have it all -- antiques, t2t and great junk. Road trip anyone?</p> <p>Marge --- aka sewmuch </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=18#post-78 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 20:11:00 +0000 moderator 78@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hello and thanks to everyone who is joining us for this Revolution. Just so you'll know, there is a FAQ (frequently asked questions) page link to your left. If your question is not answered there, please feel free to ask. We will be updating the FAQ as needed. Your moderator is here to help. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=14#post-69 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 17:45:45 +0000 Ki 69@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>I am looking forward to visiting with and getting to know everyone. Junkers are an amazing community! Sharing our passion for the old and used goes far beyond junk. </p> <p>Will check back as soon as I get settled in the bunkhouse and reconnect all those computer cords. Wish me luck...Techy I'm not. Ice cream lover I am. I'm particularly fond of strawberry shakes, not too sweet, not too thick. Now you know me a little better! </p> <p>Welcome to the Revolution!<br /> Peace,<br /> Ki</p> <p> </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=21#post-93 Tue, 06 Jan 2009 06:13:16 +0000 Jillybean 93@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Hi..I have a really big old grapevine wreath that I want to redo for the holidays this year. Since it's never too early to start..I want to cover it with shatter proof ornaments that are glued on and hang it outside. Since it can get pretty cold &#38; the spot where it will hang gets afternoon sun, hot glue is out of the question due to re-melting &#38; repositioning. Can anyone give me a tip on what glue to use? Thanks </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=25#post-129 Wed, 07 Jan 2009 10:00:47 +0000 moderator 129@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Some of you are not getting your passwords quickly. This process should not take much time at all. If you don't get your password promptly, please check your spam filters, and junk mail boxes. Perhaps the mail is being interpreted as junk by your email server.<br /> If you still don't have a password, please sign up again.</p> <p>If your password is not working, it may be because you are keying it in incorrectly. This is very easy to do and I recommend copy/paste. Once you get in, you can change your password to something easier for you to remember. </p> http://junkrevolution.com/community/topic.php?id=17#post-74 Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:44:48 +0000 Becky 74@http://junkrevolution.com/community/ <p>Can anyone tell me how to change my password from the ever so memorable %**&#38;^@@#^&#38;^(*&#38;^ to something I can actually remember? </p>