Saturday, February 18, 2012

Lavender and Metal

I've been trying to relax today. Something that's hard for me to do. I didn't work on any major projects, but I found myself playing with vignettes. Here's a simple one I put together with two of my favorite things. Lavender and metal.










I've had this timeworn clock face for a while. I love the chippy weathered finish.









My little urn is not an old one, but I love the shape. It's traveled all over the house, holding everything from pens, to candles. This is what it looked like back in the Fall.









Well, I wanted the urn to look a little more like the clock face. So, I took a razor blade to it, and went over the details with a coarse sanding pad. Throw in a little lavender, and they make a nice little vignette on my bedroom dresser.
























Relaxing tonight. Hunting, gathering, and redesigning tomorrow. See ya soon.


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34 comments:

  1. ReneeFebruary 17, 2012 at 8:03 PM

    so funny, Rosemary. You are a lot like me...can't really relax and sometimes, I'll just take a razor blade, scissors, butter knife...whatever and rework something!

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  2. Shabby chic SandyFebruary 17, 2012 at 8:06 PM

    I wondered if you ever relax--you are so great at leaving comments on others blogs, blogging yourself and endless projects to share. You must not sleep:)

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  3. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsFebruary 17, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    That's such a pretty urn, Rosemary! It looks like a versatile piece,too.

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  4. Kim @ French Country AntiquesFebruary 17, 2012 at 8:22 PM

    You certainly deserve to relax with all the projects you do! Lavender is one of my all time favorites! It's always a winner and the scent can help you relax.

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  5. savvycityfarmerFebruary 17, 2012 at 8:24 PM

    I hunted and gathered all day ... felt good to be out with some cash and the trusty ole' workgloves ... you know me and gloves!

    even painted outside late this afternoon ... thot of u

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  6. Heaven's WalkFebruary 17, 2012 at 8:50 PM

    Whew! I'm glad to hear that you DO know how to kick back and relax, Rosemary! lol! That vignette is just perfect! Lavender rocks! hehehe!

    xoxo laurie

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  7. deborah@confessions of a craigslist junkieFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:04 PM

    Very pretty Rosemary. I love having lavender in the bedroom--it makes for sweet dreams!

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  8. Ricki TreleavenFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:23 PM

    Lavender and metal....verra nice combination, lass!

    xo,
    RJ

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  9. Stan and Jody GabaraFebruary 17, 2012 at 11:38 PM

    I love lavender, so relaxing. Great design having it in the urn and enjoying in your bedroom.

    Jody

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  10. Nyanser av vittFebruary 18, 2012 at 1:22 AM

    What a lovely combination. Have a nice weekend.
    Agneta

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  11. The Cottage Market {Andrea} ♥February 18, 2012 at 5:10 AM

    if no one has told you lately ...i will...YOU ARE AMAZING!!!! simply put but oh so TRUE!!!! (hugs)

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  12. Treat and TrickFebruary 18, 2012 at 5:22 AM

    So creative and looks great! Thanks so much for stopping by and leaving your lovely comment!

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  13. Tania MaraFebruary 18, 2012 at 6:17 AM

    Lindas fotos, parabéns!!!

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  14. Amy ChalmersFebruary 18, 2012 at 7:28 AM

    Hah~a razor blade? Wow you go at it girl!! Whatever the method, it works!

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  15. ℳartina @ Northern NestingFebruary 18, 2012 at 7:50 AM

    Rosemary you turn everything into a master piece!! LOVE IT!

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  16. miss flibbertigibbetFebruary 18, 2012 at 7:50 AM

    So pretty! I just saw you featured on Cottage Market and was SO happy for you....you'll be doing a technique book before long!
    Rest is good...
    Lorraine

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  17. farmhouse-storyFebruary 18, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    really charming, rosemary:) congrats on your cottage market feature!

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  18. Eclectically VintageFebruary 18, 2012 at 9:29 AM

    They say lavender does make us relax - and it looks fab too!
    Kelly

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  19. Richard CottrellFebruary 18, 2012 at 9:36 AM

    I am relaxed most of the time, so i try and make my self do something once in awhile. So sad, I used to be such a go getter, and now, I only go when I have to get. Richard from My Old Historic House.

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  20. KellyFebruary 18, 2012 at 9:50 AM

    Love that vignette! I like how you distressed the urn. I agree that is a great combination with the lavender.

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  21. Lavender and LinenFebruary 18, 2012 at 11:09 AM

    Your post reminds me so much of France. I love the lavender and the urn is devine.

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  22. SusanFebruary 18, 2012 at 2:21 PM

    Rosemary you make some of the most beautiful vignettes!

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  23. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeFebruary 18, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    Such a sweet vingette! Now go RELAX and REST so you'll be ready to show us more!!! Always a treat Rosemary!!! :)

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  24. summersoulFebruary 19, 2012 at 9:55 AM

    beautiful! Happy to have found your blog today. New follower!

    MC

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  25. lvroftiquesFebruary 19, 2012 at 9:02 PM

    Yep I like it even better with the more aged appearance. Love that clock face too. Vanna

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  26. DonnaFebruary 21, 2012 at 5:18 PM

    What a beautiful vignette, Rosemary! I love urns, and I can almost smell that lavender:) I've got an old clock face that I want to redo one of these days, thanks for the inspiration!!

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  27. Susan EvelynAndRoseFebruary 21, 2012 at 6:36 PM

    A razor blade! You are so clever Rosemary. I love how the urn matches the clock's patina now!

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  28. Maureen WyattFebruary 21, 2012 at 7:21 PM

    I'm glad someone else thinks razor blades are all purpose tools. I wonder if you could create crazing lines on thick paint with one? The urn looks even better now! ~ Maureen

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  29. Barbara JeanFebruary 21, 2012 at 9:56 PM

    so lovely, of course!!

    thanks

    blessings
    barbara jean

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  30. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2012 at 8:17 AM

    Ok, now I am relaxed too!

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  31. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeFebruary 22, 2012 at 8:18 AM

    Oh I love this. The urn, clock and the lavender is just amazing together. I love simple displays like this, so pretty. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  32. AnonymousFebruary 22, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    We have lots of lavender growing in the back yard. I'm inspired to find a place for it indoors now. Beautiful.

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  33. A Shabby Moment in TimeFebruary 23, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    Gorgeous! I think I may have to PIN the lavender and clock...just fabulous!
    Blessings & hugs,
    Karen

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  34. SandiFebruary 24, 2012 at 6:59 PM

    I LOVE these photos! They are just gorgeous!!
    Blessings~

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