Sunday, June 19, 2011

Menu Holder Inspired by Mamie Jane's

I just loved the menu holder Jane from Mamie Jane's made a couple of weeks ago.  I knew I wanted to use the same menu image she used from the Graphics Fairy and when I came upon this letter holder on Friday, I knew it would be a perfect match:
I spray painted it pink and then used sandpaper to shabby up the edges.  Then I printed out my cafe and menu images and used some Distressed Ink to "age" them.  I used mod podge to glue them to each spot on the front.

Now I have the perfect spot to store our takeout menus!

Linking to: Between Naps on the Porch: Met Monday and the Graphics Fairy: Brag Monday.

Jeanine
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16 comments:

  1. Paula@SweetPeaJune 19, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    Cute project! I think my grandmother had a piece similar to this in her kitchen. Using it for takeout menus is a good idea.

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  2. UnknownJune 19, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    AH!! SO cute. I love the Graphics Fairy. That's a great idea too...a collection on menus in a nice spot (instead of up on the fridge like mine). :-)

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  3. Allison ShopsJune 19, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    This is a cute idea. Mine are hidden in a corner of the pantry.
    Dropping by from Met Monday. I hope you'll come see the safari nursery.

    Allison
    Atticmag

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  4. Heaven's WalkJune 19, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    Hi Jeanine! Cute idea! What did you print those graphics out on? I'd love to try something like this. :) Thanks for stopping by my blog and becoming a new follower! I just love meeting new blog friends and sharing creative idea! Looking forward to getting to know you! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  5. DonnaJune 20, 2011 at 12:17 AM

    Perfect! I just love it, and the graphics are wonderful! Love the pink:)

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  6. acorn hollowJune 20, 2011 at 6:28 AM

    It is a great idea we only have 2 menus and no one delivers. So it wouldn't get much use at my house.
    Cathy

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  7. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJune 20, 2011 at 6:55 AM

    That's cute and a good idea! Do you have the link to Jane's?

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  8. Janette@the2seasonsJune 20, 2011 at 7:32 AM

    Thanks for stopping in to visit us. My mother had an organizer like yours that hung in our kitchen as long as I can remember. Good reuse of a vintage find.

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  9. TriciaJune 20, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Oh, how cute! What a good idea :)

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  10. UnknownJune 20, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    Hi , It's Sharon from Sharon's Wannabe Cottage , If you see a tote you like , email me and I will make you one like it . floshar5@gmail.com .

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  11. Cindy AdkinsJune 20, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    Oh, this is super-cute!! And I love the graphics on it!! They look fabulous!
    XO
    Cindy

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  12. DarleneJune 20, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    Very elegant - and I love the soft color too!!!

    Thanks for stopping by my blog. Happy to meet a new (to me) blogger!

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  13. Sandi~A Cottage MuseJune 20, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Doesn't Jane have the best ideas!! I call her McGuyver!

    Love your version...I agree with Darlene...it looks elegant!

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  14. JaneJune 20, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    Hi Jeanine,
    Thanks for the shout out! I love your version, it's a great use for the old letter holder. I just love both the Menu and Cafe typography, it really does lend an elegant look to the piece.
    Now you have inspired me to go find one of those letter holders!!
    Jane

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  15. Pam - @diy Design FanaticJune 20, 2011 at 9:46 PM

    Very nice project!It's really cute!

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  16. AnonymousJune 20, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    Hi Jeanine, thanks so much for your visit, it's so nice to meet you! I can't wait to take a look around your beautiful blog.

    xo,

    Abby

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