Monday, October 31, 2011

Studio Vignettes

I've been buried in my garage and studio.  I think I'm making progress with the organizing I shared here.  I took a few photos while working on  small projects in my studio these past few days.






I love the way the finish on this little metal frame turned out.  I'm making lots of small chalkboards.  You can see my technique for the frames finish HERE.











That little key rack started out as a small piece of weathered wood.  It was a section of an old window that has fallen apart.  I used my vintage stamps for the letters, and added embellishments.  The hooks are galvanized nails I aged a bit.




My redesigned frames are piled on one of my favorite tables.  It's a primitive that I can fold up when I don't need it.





My magnetic board is actually the back of an enamel top from an old table that is long gone.








I've had this doorstop for quite a while.  I've used the finish on it as inspiration for many projects.







I made the piece on the right with a wooden lamp base, and a finial.





I bought these rusty metal hearts at a garage sale earlier this year.  I'm envisioning them as ornaments.  I'm thinking about adding a little something to them.





I have tons of projects to complete this week.  I'll be sharing along the way.  See ya soon.


Sharing With:
At The Picket Fence: Inspiration Friday
The Shabby Creek Cottage: Transformation Thursday
No Minimalist Here: Open House Party
Passionately Artistic
Savvy Southern Style: Wow Us Wednesday
House of Grace: Twice Owned Tuesday
Faded Charm: White Wednesday
Homework: The Inspiration Board
My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia: Tuesdays Treasures
Between Naps on the Porch: Metamorphosis Monday

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54 comments:

  1. savvycityfarmerOctober 31, 2011 at 1:39 PM

    cool stuff
    nuff said ...
    speaking of stuff

    stuffintheburbs is open for business ...

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  2. AnonymousOctober 31, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    You have certainly been a busy little bee! Do you sell the items you re-purpose at shows etc?

    You must never rest with re-purposing items and answering blogs. I have a great deal of admiration for you and your work.

    Kris

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  3. rachel@Acts of LifeOctober 31, 2011 at 2:31 PM

    Very pretty things! I think using the hears as ornaments is a good idea. Thanks for becoming a new follower of my blog! :)

    Blessings,
    Rachel~

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  4. GailOctober 31, 2011 at 2:50 PM

    I so love your blog! Everything you post is just beautiful.

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  5. KellyOctober 31, 2011 at 3:05 PM

    I can't get over how much the finish on those chalkboard frames looks like cement. Love those!

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  6. CindyOctober 31, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    You definitely have the key to the treasure trove, where do you get all of your wonderful things?
    Hugs, Cindy

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  7. ibshellOctober 31, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    *gasp*---*DROOL*! LOVE THEM!!!

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  8. Honey at 2805October 31, 2011 at 3:27 PM

    Don't say buried on Halloween! ;)

    Everything is so pretty and elegant. If you need extra room, just box it up and send it to me.

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  9. Ivy and ElephantsOctober 31, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Your chalkboards are so fabulous. Imagine, an elegant chalkboard. I am loving the door stop and I cannot wait to see the Christmas ornaments. They will be to die for, for sure.

    Paula

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  10. Our Hopeful HomeOctober 31, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    I'm loving those frames!

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  11. Richard CottrellOctober 31, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    You are so lucky to have a garage and a studio. Makes doing projects mush more fun. Happy Halloween. Richard from My Old Historic House.

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  12. Kirsten HarrOctober 31, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    Rosemary, those are all such beautiful pieces! I love the chalkboards.

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  13. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresOctober 31, 2011 at 5:10 PM

    When do you sleep? I love everything, especially those chalkboards. Beautiful job.

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  14. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsOctober 31, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    What great frames you have to work with, Rosemary! I wish I could just find one like that! Maybe this new place I found {new to me, since we just moved here} will bring me some luck. So far, every time I've gone in there I've found something!

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  15. SueOctober 31, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    Love everything, especially the rusty hearts!!

    Take care, Sue

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  16. The Polka Dot ClosetOctober 31, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Great stuff, I would love to snoop around your studio. I have a ton of frames and I should make some chalk boards...Thanks for the inspiration!

    Carol

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  17. Custom ComfortsOctober 31, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    You make the prettiest things!!! I always love seeing what you are up to. Thank you for being so generous with sharing your tips and tricks of the trade!
    Cindy

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  18. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleOctober 31, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    Lots of cool things with super patina.

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  19. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeOctober 31, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    You have an amazing collection there! Love your door stop, so pretty and the finish is wonderful!

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  20. DonnaOctober 31, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    Your vignettes and treasures are just gorgeous, Rosemary! I guess we are on the same wavelength, as I just finished a set of smaller vintage framed chalkboards that originally were picture frames. Love the bit of old window frame that you repurposed! Do you sell all of your lovely pieces?

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  21. UnknownOctober 31, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    just lovely! i just adore all those rusty metal hearts!

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  22. DeborahOctober 31, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    Everything is so gorgeous!!!
    Hearts? Oooh-la-la..love them!

    Deborah xo

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  23. Heaven's WalkOctober 31, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Wow....and I thought I was busy! lol! I think you were first in line when God was handing out creativity, Rosemary! :) You. are. amazing!

    xoxo laurie

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  24. Little City FarmOctober 31, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    I love those hearts,...I can only imagine what you might add to them. Ornaments is a great idea.

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  25. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)November 1, 2011 at 4:24 AM

    Fantastic! Can't wait to see them all! Very creative.
    Happy Halloween!
    Hope to see you on my blog:)

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  26. andrea@townandprairieNovember 1, 2011 at 5:11 AM

    This is just beautiful. You should hook up to White Wednesday at Faded Charm. You are the master of texture!
    andrea@townandprairie

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  27. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingNovember 1, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    Hi Rosemary,

    Love the chalkboards!
    I like the idea of the hearts as Christmas decor!
    Look forward to the reveal soon...
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  28. SherryNovember 1, 2011 at 9:18 AM

    I think I fell in love with your door stop. Good luck on your cleanup before the cold weather hit!

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  29. Sandy and Joe/rhubarb reignNovember 1, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Looking good, Rosemary! Thanks for your nice comments on our posts. See you at Kane! xo

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  30. Ika Verunica November 1, 2011 at 11:12 AM

    Prekrasne stvari!!!!

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  31. Ruth @ White WhimsyNovember 1, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    What beautiful things. I especially love the frames. Thanks for sharing.

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  32. UnknownNovember 1, 2011 at 5:30 PM

    Oh, my goodness - what fantastic things ... I love each and want you most like visit in this moment in your studio!!!!

    Hugs
    Tine

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  33. AnonymousNovember 1, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    so amazing to have so many projects going at one time...and I love the old metal frame as I have a love of old frames in general...
    gorgeous..!!
    best,
    maureen

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  34. lvroftiquesNovember 1, 2011 at 5:57 PM

    FAA as always Rosemary! I adore that chalky white finish!
    Did you teach yourself how to paint or did you take classes? Enquiring minds want to know *winks* Vanna

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  35. farmhouse-storyNovember 1, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    the little metal hearts and blackboards are awesome! i love it all, rosemary:)

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  36. beachcomberNovember 1, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    love your collections of interesting stuff! nice photos too :)
    x

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  37. lisa Moran, Bilancia DesignsNovember 1, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    Your blackboards are absolutely beautiful!
    Everything I look at is just wonderful...
    You are extremely creative!
    I would absolutely want one of everything I see here. :)
    Have a wonderful week~
    Lisa Moran
    Bilancia Designs

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  38. The Summer Kitchen GirlsNovember 1, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    Swooooooning over your frames! They are so gorgeous Rosemary! Lovin' the vintage planter as well :) So glad you stopped by - we can't wait to get the store done so we can visit & get inspiration once more!

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  39. Cottage and BroomeNovember 1, 2011 at 9:43 PM

    Love all the fames, wonderful little projects! Laura - Cottage and Broome

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  40. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of SuburbiaNovember 1, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    The frames, be still my heart!! Stunning! Do you sell them since I can't be at the mart????? Would love to get me hands on 1 2 or 3 :)
    thanks for linking
    XO
    Kristin

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  41. Erin {Lavender and Lemon Drops}November 1, 2011 at 11:49 PM

    Sigh..... I have a minor obsession with thick chunky frames! Love all of yours and I'm totally jealous!

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  42. BrandiNovember 2, 2011 at 3:37 AM

    You have a studio full of gorgeous items!!

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  43. VeronicaNovember 2, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Hi Lady of beautiful stuff. The chalk boards are a real winner!
    Such a great idea>

    VEronica

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  44. AnonymousNovember 2, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    Okay...definitely the metal hearts. Dear me, what a beautiful blog you have here!!! Love it.

    Visiting from NTT and I so love these link parties. They expose each one of us to so many creative people!!

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  45. Mammabellarte Rita ReadeNovember 2, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    Rosemary, I love all your projects and the way you gather everything for the pictures. Happy WW to you
    Ciao Rita

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  46. UnknownNovember 2, 2011 at 8:16 AM

    That is just beautiful :D
    love vintage and old frames like this :D

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  47. A Vintage VineNovember 2, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    Love those frames!

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  48. Kellie CollisNovember 2, 2011 at 8:33 AM

    Lovely frames! Loving the chabby chic touch. Have a gorgeous day, Kellie xx

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  49. Treat and TrickNovember 2, 2011 at 12:10 PM

    You're so creative to turn those old stuff into beautiful thing! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog, hope to see you often...


    http://treatntrick.blogspot.com

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  50. Sarah RoadsNovember 2, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Ok well, I'm inspired now. I have a pile of projects in my garage and they need some major attention. Looking forward to seeing your completed projects.
    I have a new blog, I would love if you could stop by in your free time, if you ever have any : ) xo

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  51. Drama Mama LoriNovember 3, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    Just beautiful! New follower!

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  52. JenniferNovember 4, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    Oh my gosh - I love all of these treasures - especially the Key Rack! I featured you today in my Friday I'm in Love favorites!!

    http://socialsalutations.blogspot.com/2011/11/friday-im-in-love-with-touch-of-grey.html

    - Jenn @ Social Salutations

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  53. LiliNovember 7, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    You always have so much yumminess and inspiration to look at Rosemary. Love the bad stripping technique, it's so imperfectly perfect!! ~Lili

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  54. JP September 6, 2012 at 10:23 PM

    Rosemary,, do you have a button to add to my blog?

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