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I used to display these vintage-ish milk bottles on our kitchen cabinets, but since the kitchen redo, they've been quietly sitting in our basement.  I stumbled across them yesterday and thought bottles this wonderful should not be banished to the basement.
Since I'm a little pressed for time this week, I gave them a quick French makeover using Avery clear label paper.  One image I printed from the Graphics Fairy - it's one of my favorites!  I've used it on glassine bags, pillows - you name it!  The other is one I purchased off of Etsy.
Working with the Avery clear paper is a bit challenging because of the air bubbles.  I still have to flatten some of them out.  What's nice is, though, you can peel the label off and start over as many times as you need to.  It also gives the glass a somewhat frosted look where the label is.
I finished up with some blue rhinestones to match the white and blue theme we have going in the kitchen now.  I was going to tie some tea-stained seam binding on each one, but opted for twine.  Glad I did.  I think the twine gives them more a farmhouse look, don't you?

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I'm really enamored with painted peat pots. 
They are so easy to dress up.
And really fit anywhere in the house.
I like to give them a French touch or two.
Yup, it must be love!

Linking to Faded Charm: White Wednesday.

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I was browsing the Pottery Barn site the other day and came across these pretty numbered frames ($39 for a set of three):
(Photo courtesy of Pottery Barn)

When I saw these oval frames at my local church thrift store on Friday, I knew immediately that I could do something similar with them.
First, I spray-painted each frame black.  While they were drying, I used my Cricut to make my 1,2,3 stencils.  Instead of canvas, I used some Osnaburg fabric which I find gives a similar look.  I used fabric paint to add my numbers to the fabric, and I added them to each frame once they were dry.  
I still have to add the chains to the back of each frame and hang them.  Overall, though, I'm really happy with how my version came out!  And it cost me about $4 to do mine.

Linking to Between Naps on the Porch: Met Monday.

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Hope everyone is enjoying their weekend!  We're gearing up for the Superbowl tomorrow.  Rooting for our Giants!  While trying to pick up some Giants' gear for the kids, I popped into my favorite church thrift store yesterday.  I picked up a few goodies for $5:
The oval frames I have planned for a Pottery Barn knock-off.  The little teacups I'm hoping to use for pincushions for my Etsy shop.  The big hatbox is going to get a French-y makeover, while the little wedding cake candles I'm still thinking about.
This morning, we popped into Home Goods and I picked up this vintage-style rack for my 6 year's old room.  He loves that he now has a "cool" place to put all of his books.  I promised I'd make some tags for the slots.  We're still deciding on numbers (my vote) or words (his vote).  No sure who's going to win that battle.  Speaking of battles, let's go Giants!

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I was in a bit of sewing mood last night so I decided to make this shabby French pillow:
I just love this vintage-inspired fabric.  And who can resist this great image from The Graphics Fairy?
Only problem is, it doesn't match anything in the house.  Doh!  The livingroom is navy blues.  My bedroom comforters don't quite match.  Oh well, I'll either be adding her to the tea room when the weather gets warmer or on our porch swing for Spring.

Problem solved!

Linking to Funky Junk Interiors: SNS.

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Wanted to send a big thank you out to Shirley from HudsonHolidays!  Shirley came to my rescue and sent me over this perfect reminder for my 4 year old:
I got my inspiration from this one on Pinterest from HGTV.
I'm happy to report that it's working already!

My second thank you goes to Rhonda from A Little Bit French.  I won one of Rhonda's fabulous giveaways and yesterday my prize arrived!!!!!
Look at how pretty she wrapped it!
And look at those pretties above!  And here is my lovely shrine!
Love it! 

Thanks again Shirley and Rhonda!  **Another thank you to Donata at DK's CC for also sending me over a sweet version of Wash Your Hands!  I can't seem to upload the image but I'll take a photo and post it asap!!!**

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