Welcome to DIY Salvaged Junk Projects 387
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Welcome friends!
During these lazy hot days of summer, I’m finding I’m having to play tricks on myself. If I tell myself I’m going to work hard, I don’t want to do anything. If I tell myself I can have a vacation day, I’m DIYing in no time. Why oh WHY can I not plan like most people?!
Well, I’m happy to say the DIY bug did indeed hit during one of my (ahem) ‘vacation days’ and I whipped up two cozy cabin styled sitting areas I am completely smitten with! That offer me more vacation days… not sure if that is good or not yet!
I also shared a little about my most recent getaway. If you’d like to tour a little of BC’s west coast, take in this incredible bridge turned walking path. It’s a stunner! And also shows the junk haunt I found when I luckily got lost… best mistake ever!
I’ve also been biking every night. Every night. Even if I don’t want to. My brain is officially wired to look up and note it’s 6:30, then out the door I go! And I think I know one reason why…
In one of my most recent course sessions, it’s said that we tend to do or repeat things that take us under 20 seconds to implement. ie: if it takes you an hour to gather up your tools, you are not likely to work on something. If it takes you 20 seconds to load your bike baskets, you’re out the door.
So there you go! Guess I’d better gather up those tools prior, huh?
Now that you’re all updated on what I’ve been (and NOT been) doing… here’s what some of you did from last weekend’s junk party…
Wire basket mail sorter key station, by House of Hollingsworth
Why you need to be on the lookout for cheap wire baskets… because this simple idea is gorgeous AND productive!
Buffalo Checked desktop, by Organized Clutter
Just when you thought Buffalo Check was all about black and red, neutrals take over! If this doesn’t scream summer, I don’t know what does. Stunning!
Created with a stencil, with all details inside the post.
Rusty hubcap turned vintage lamp, by Scavenger Chic
What in the WHAT?! Why it pays to pick up rusty junk and think like Joan. Gorgeous outcome!
Industrial boy’s bedroom with loft bed, by Simply Designing
If you are smitten with industrial decorating, this room is a must tour! Don’t you adore the wall treatment? That would make a fab magnetic board… thinking… thinking…
Sewing machine drawer frame turned yardstick tote, by Lora B
I don’t care what I’d use this for… I just know I want this in my house! The yardstick details have me on a jittery caffeine like high here…
Purse turned hip bag money pouch, by Sadie Seasongoods
Money pouches are super useful, but… money pouch looking. Sarah changes all that with this super clever repurpose from an old purse!
Thrift store dishes wind chime, by The Interior Frugalista
Unbelievably CHARMING!
My son just pointed out that he loves wind chimes. I think it’s time to collect a few things that clang together in a pretty way.
Folding kitchen strainer flowers, by Thrifty Rebel Vintage
Jaw drop. I don’t even know what to say. Wait… how about, “Why didn’t the kitchen designers just make junk flowers from strainers instead? Sure beats eating steamed veggies!”
Denim upholstered chair, by Vicky Meyers Creations
For the longest time, I collected old jeans because I’ve always wanted to do THIS to two wing chairs. The chairs are long gone… but it’s so satisfying to know, it can be done!
Classic perfection, in every possible non-fussy way!
Two new cabin styled patio updates, by Funky Junk Interiors
Inspired by my most recent cabin getaway, I am now the proud owner of not only one, but TWO new sitting areas! This post showcases a wood wall, old hung windows, and how to turn a plain chair pad into a Buffalo Checked wonder with a stencil.
Utility trailer turned She Shed, by Penny’s Vintage Home
What utility trailer?!
Dear Penny, if my yard was capable of allowing my little travel trailer inside it, I’d flip it into a junk styled she-shed. Because you’ve just proven it can work.
What did you make this past week? Link up below!
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1. Upcycled, DIY home decor projects only please. Items for sale must be in tutorial form on your blog. NO FOOD NOR NEW CRAFTS please.
2. Linkups must be your own work, not another’s.
3. Only projects new to this link party please. The themed linkup (if applicable) is an exception.
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Thankyou so much for featuring my mail holder! That’s made my whole week! And how fabulous is that loft bed – I’m honoured to be featured among such amazing work ? xx
Thanks for the feature Donna. Have a great weekend.
Thanks for going crazy over my yardstick Sewing Machine Drawer Kitchen Organizer! Awesome features this week…well, every week! Crazy over that Industrial Loft Bed-swoon!Love your new cabin-inspired patio spots!
Thanks for the party, Donna!
I love the posts other bloggers share with you – great imaginations and great finished projects.
Thanks Donna for your 387th DIY Salvaged Junk Projects.
Joy
Thanks so much for featuring my strainer flowers Donna. I’m thrilled to be included with such great projects.
Hi Donna hope you have a lovely weekend. I can’t wait to see what you do with your recent antique finds.
Thank you so very much, Donna for featuring my Wind Chimes! I can’t wait to see the wind chimes you make for your son, I know they’ll be full of rustic charm. Have a lovely weekend!
What a nice surprise to see my She Shed included in your features this week…..thank you!
Thank you for featuring my Industrial Loft Bed! Enjoy your weekend Donna!
Thank you so much for another great party Donna!
Great post, Donna! LOTS of ideas I’d like to try! So many talented women!
Hi, Having just discovered your link up I love being inspired by so many great ideas. Thanks so much for sharing my denim chair. Vicky