Saturday, October 15, 2016

A Vintage Christmas in the Country

 A Vintage Christmas here in the Country is getting underway.  It has been really warm here in Northwest Ohio this fall, with temperatures in the 70's.  So we have been busy picking up leaves and storing stuff in the barn for winter.  Yet, we are in full Christmas Mose here at Funky Junk from the Country.  

  So grab a cup of coffee and enjoy all of the Christmas creations! 

 

  The fun vintage porcelain tubs were purchased from a friend, knowing they would make the perfect place to hold a Christmas tree.  Both trees are in vintage containers, one in an old tin and the other in an old oatmeal container.  The graphics on the front are amazing and I added a red ribbon. Vintage tablecloths are in the tubs, while old towels adorn the sides.  

 

  Check out the graphics on the old oatmeal container, yes they are amazing.  I did have to add a cardboard ribbon roll to the bottom to add some height. Tiny vintage glass ornaments, along with new beading {{that looks old}}, mercury glass star ornaments and tiny handmade candy canes all adorn the tree. Little LED lights and a bottle brush star finish off the tree. 

  
 

  You can always find sleds in our barn ready for the holiday season in our barn.  We purchase them all year long, yes, even when it's ninety {{90*}} degrees outside, we are searching for them. I also hunt for mittens and vintage items to adorn them, adding a ribbon and they are complete. 

  
 

  My oil can ornaments are always a favorite for me!  I adore making them and love the industrial vintage feel.  

 

  This antique pie safe from 1890 is full of vintage goodies.  I purchased the antique sleigh bells last year at an antique shop in Sandusky, Ohio, the sound is fabulous. You can just see the sleigh gliding over the snow and feel the wind when they jingle.  

 
 

  Hope you enjoyed this little tour of what we have been up to here in the Country.  Stay tuned for the next post on the Shabby Shack decked out for Christmas.  

  Enjoy your Thanksgiving with family, friends & fur babies.  


Peace, love & junk! 

  geniece


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This Thanksgiving I am Thankful For...

  It's Thanksgiving week and my thoughts turn to, what am I thankful for? This year has been interesting.  I never dreamed that this year would bring us a beautiful baby girl, Eloise Reh was born in mid October.  She was a couple of weeks early, yet happy & healthy.  

I am beyond thankful for this beautiful little bundle of joy! 

 

  She is already growing and changing every time I see her. 

 

 I am truly blessed this year and for many, many years to come! 

 

Happy Thanksgiving from my family to yours...


Peace, love & junk! 

  geniece


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Monday, October 10, 2016

Velvet Ribbon Bookmarks



    Have you ever seen a pic on the internet and knew you could make it too.  Yes, I have.  After adoring the pics of the Velvet Ribbon Bookmarks with vintage jewelry, I knew I had to make them.  A quick trip to Michael's and Jo Ann Fabrics for Velvet Ribbon and end clasps, was all I needed.  I have been collecting vintage jewelry for several different projects for awhile, so I knew that was covered.


   I purchased the Velvet Ribbon at Hobby Lobby, choosing a light blue and a very pretty fuscia.


  The end clasps and jump rings were purchased at Jo Ann Fabrics.


  I have picked up vintage jewelry at flea markets, auctions, garage sales and friends.  A great way to use family jewelry that will last forever.  Pass it on to someone, so much fun!


   You will need some small tools and a pair of scissors.  This vintage project took me an hour to complete four {4} Bookmarks.  This was fun and I will be making more vintage Bookmarks as Christmas gifts.  Happy vintage repurposing everyone!


  Peace, love & junk! 

  geniece


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