Sunday, June 28, 2015

Salvaged Photo Holders

While sorting through my stash of vintage parts, I decided to make some photo holders.




Actually, they're great for holding any type of card.




The one above was made with a vintage silver plate lid.  I gave it a weathered white finish, with a touch of rust, and, used vintage wire for the holder.  Yes, I have miles of vintage wire.




This next holder came about when I thought of something to do with this bag of vintage porcelain and metal flowers.  I salvage these pieces from a broken wreath I purchased at a thrift store a while back.




I used a salvaged metal lamp part for the flower pot, and, added a flower, leaf, and, my wire holder.





Quick setting cement holds the three elements in, and, paint unifies the whole.










I have a bunch of flowers left, and, lots of lamp parts.  So, I'll be making a lot more.





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13 comments:

  1. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeJune 28, 2015 at 3:29 PM

    Of course you have miles of vintage wire lol. I love how you just grab what you have and create such beauty.

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  2. Donna WilkesJune 28, 2015 at 5:14 PM

    I would love to plunder through your amazing stash of supplies. These are lovely little art pieces! Pinning and sharing.

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    1. Rosemary@villabarnesJune 28, 2015 at 8:38 PM

      Thanks Donna. I'm sure you'd have lots of fun plundering.

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  3. JunkchiccottageJune 28, 2015 at 5:24 PM

    Hi Rosemary,
    These are really pretty. Love that you can be so creative with things you have. You go girl.
    Kris

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    1. Rosemary@villabarnesJune 28, 2015 at 8:39 PM

      Kris, I've collected so many things over the years, I'm still surprised at what I've forgotten about. It's like I'm finding it all over again.

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  4. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresJune 29, 2015 at 9:03 AM

    What a clever way to use all these miscellaneous bits and pieces. Love this idea!!

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  5. Row homes and CobblestonesJune 29, 2015 at 5:07 PM

    gorgeous Rosemary!!! Hope they are listed in your etsy.
    xoxo,
    Vera

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    1. Rosemary@villabarnesJune 29, 2015 at 5:56 PM

      The flower pot holder has been claimed, but, I'll be making more. Each one will have the same vibe, but, won't be exactly alike. Yes, I'll be listing them soon.

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  6. DebbiedoosJune 29, 2015 at 5:31 PM

    Those are darling Rosemary! Very clever of you:)

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  7. BarbJuly 2, 2015 at 4:08 PM

    These are adorable! Love everything about them...heading to your etsy shop next!

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