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May 08, 2012 | Post by: janine rose 3 Comments
Salvage Love at the Somerville Open Studios
This past weekend I participated in the Somerville Open Studios. To say it was a success would be an understatement! I am happy and humbled at how well Salvage Love did. I sold almost everything I had made and already have some custom order requests. It was such a fun event to be a part of and I am so glad I did it and look forward to the next event!
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Apr 27, 2012 | Post by: janine rose No Comments
Upcycled Sock Ideas
I honestly never knew you could make pants for tiny humans out of socks. Check out a few fun, fashionable and functional upcycled sock tutorials!
Baby Sock Rabbit Tutorial via Miaou Crafts
Transform socks into warmers via Tip Junkie
Sock Trousers Tutorial via we upcycle
No-Sew Camera Sleeves with Recycled Socks via craftstylish
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Baby Sock Rabbit Tutorial via Miaou Crafts
Transform socks into warmers via Tip Junkie
Sock Trousers Tutorial via we upcycle
No-Sew Camera Sleeves with Recycled Socks via craftstylishRead More
Apr 10, 2012 | Post by: janine rose 2 Comments
Cardboard Projects
I can not believe some of the following projects are made from cardboard! Here is a roundup of cardboard projects with everything from fun to functional.
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Mar 27, 2012 | Post by: janine rose 2 Comments
Tie One On
Every time I go to the thrift store I see so many great patterned ties. My Dad also has some old ties that are not getting any use and thanks to the ideas below, I may be raiding his closet. Need some upcycled tie inspiration? Check out a few of my favorites below.
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DIY Old Tie via Brown Bobbin
Recycled Necktie Wristlet via TearfulTouch
Upcycled Tie Necklace Tutorial via Crazy Wonderful
Vintage Tie Dog Collar via thwap
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Mar 19, 2012 | Post by: janine rose 4 Comments
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All Of The Lights
I have been tinkering around and fixing up old lamps lately. Apparently, you can transform almost anything into a lamp with some imagination, a hanging light kit and some items you would never think would be associated with a lamp. The lamp projects below are some of my favorites.
Also, if you need some help on how to re-wire a lamp, check out this Apartment Therapy post.
Upcycled Fire Truck Lamp via Jasmine Orchard Styling DIY {Anthropolgie Inspired Pendant Light} via Under the Sycamore Zip Tie Lamp via little glass box Ruler Pendant Lamp via design*sponge DIY: Wire Waste Basket Turned Pendant Light via Poppytalk via Pinecone Camp Tupperware Pendant Light via BootsNGus Map Lamp Shade via eclu Plastic Cup Lamp via A bit of green Hanging Twig Lamp via TheLightStore
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Mar 15, 2012 | Post by: janine rose 2 Comments
Adobe Kuler | Color Palette Inspiration
Sometimes I need a little (or a lot) of help when choosing color palettes for projects. I get inspired by nature, an outfit or a photo and want to grab the colors out and mix them together, but can’t always seem to get it just right. Enter Adobe Kuler.
This amazing application is user friendly and allows you to browse color palettes made by others, create your own by endlessly tweaking color selections or by uploading a photo to grab the color elements you want to create a palette.
You can use Kuler for inspiration for graphic design, color schemes for a room, paint colors, craft ideas, photography, and so much more.
To use Kuler you can go directly to their site. If you have the Adobe Creative Suite, you can download Switchboard from Adobe Labs and export a color scheme straight into Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
They also have an app for Android users and are developing one for the iPhone/iPad.
Head on over to Kuler and start having some fun!
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This amazing application is user friendly and allows you to browse color palettes made by others, create your own by endlessly tweaking color selections or by uploading a photo to grab the color elements you want to create a palette.
You can use Kuler for inspiration for graphic design, color schemes for a room, paint colors, craft ideas, photography, and so much more.
To use Kuler you can go directly to their site. If you have the Adobe Creative Suite, you can download Switchboard from Adobe Labs and export a color scheme straight into Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign.
They also have an app for Android users and are developing one for the iPhone/iPad.
Head on over to Kuler and start having some fun!
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Mar 11, 2012 | Post by: janine rose No Comments
Unconventional Jewelry Displays
I have been looking for a way to hold and display my jewelry that was both beautiful and functional. Right now, I have all of my jewelry tangled up in an ugly box and it just isn't working out for me or them. After doing a little research, I found so many different ideas that now I can't decide what I should do! You can find many of these items in your closet, at thrift stores, flea markets, eBay, Etsy or just right of outside of your home. Below are some of my favorites. I think I need some more jewelry...
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Jewelry Organizer via Tonya Stabb Branching Out: Easy Jewelry Holder Tutorial via shirin,handmade. DIY Necklace Holder via Visibly Moved DIY Recyled Goodness via pink + blue Jewelry Display Frames Pottery Barn Knockoff via Cat on a Limb DIY Jewelry Organizer via sophisticated pie Jewelry Display from a Rake via Sarahndipities Repurposed Wooden clothes hangers via Household 6 Diva
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Mar 08, 2012 | Post by: janine rose No Comments
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Recycling Denim
How many pairs of jeans do you own that are too old or don't fit? I know I have quite a few. What to do with those old jeans? Well, there are many options. You can make them into something new or you can donate them to the fantastic organization, Cotton.From Blue to Green. They take your old denim and turn it into insulation for houses built for Habitat for Humanity. Check out a few of my favorite denim rehabs below!
Denim Sunburst Textile Art via Belrossa
Upcycled Jeans Card Wallet via BlueDoorShoppe
Blue Denim Clutch via SaraAnneDesigns
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Mar 05, 2012 | Post by: janine rose 2 Comments
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Upcycled Electronics
I spent way too much time on Etsy today and found these great upcycled electronics projects. My favorite? The pink tube radio turned mp3 player. Swoon.
Vintage Suitcase Boombox via BoxofMusic 1950's Tube Radio / MP3 Player via VintageSounds Light Blue Recycled Geek Gear Blank Floppy Disk Mini Notebook via Fishstikks Kindle or Nook Cover made from a Recycled Vintage Book via ReboundDesigns
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Feb 29, 2012 | Post by: janine rose 3 Comments
Salvage Rug
Let's face it, stylish, fun and colorful rugs are ridiculously expensive. I have a boring plain rug I bought from IKEA years ago, little did I know with some inspiration, imagination and some paint, I could have a high-end looking one of a kind rug!
So take that boring rug or piece of plywood (how cool?!), go to your local flooring store for some highly discounted remnants, or check the thrift store and craigslist and get to painting your rugs! Check out the following for some great DIY painted rug ideas.
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Stenciled Circle Rug Tutorial via tatertots & jello
An Ikea Rug Makeover via a little bite of everything
Painted Striped Rug via jandjhome
DIY Chevron Rug via Cape27
Plywood Rug via Sugar Bee Crafts
Pink Geometric Painted Rug via adventures of an almost 40 year old intern
Adventures in Rug Painting via BirdHouse
Renew a Rug via La Factoria Plastica
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