3 LAMPS GET A NEW "DO"

UPSTYLED LAMPS

I tend to get restless in the winter when I'm stuck in the house and when this happens anything inside seems to be fair game for a paint job.  If it doesn't move fast enough it might find itself sporting a new color or finish.  
I think that's why my cats keep on the run!

I had 3 sad-looking lamps that needed a new "do".

Lamp #1
I recently purchased a new pole lamp with a nice shade but the shade just wasn't making a statement.  And add to that, the lamp pole was brown and plastic, ugh.  I was at Hobby Lobby shortly after its purchase and found a cute shade (on SALE!) with covered buttons on it.  Perfect for my house!  Now that's making a statement!  I brought it home and liked it on the pole lamp but still wasn't happy with the color of the pole.

So when I get bored . . . I go to my happy place and get out the paint!  Lol

Lamp #1 
Gave the pole lamp a coat of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Old White and wha-la!  That's exactly what it needed.

Distressed it a bit, too.  Oh, yes :)

Lookin' good!  Now I love my new lamp!

Now I had a leftover lampshade from Lamp #1 -
Hmm, I see another sad-looking lamp in my living room. . .

Lamp #2
This lamp (I hate to admit it was purchased by me in 1980, yes, it's true).  A nice, heavy lamp base, but Brass. No! Ugh.  
So to keep the paint color consistent in the living room I painted Lamp #2 with the same paint color as Lamp #1 and gave it Lamp #1's shade!  Looks good on this lamp!  Win - win!

I refinished the pretty blue table the lamp is sitting on last year ;)

Now I had another leftover lamp shade from Lamp #2
Hmm, I purchased a jar lamp at a garage sale last summer that Had No Shade!  The lamp was black glass with a brass (no!) band around the bottom.

Lamp #3
I painted Lamp #3 with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in French Linen and how I love her now!  She got Lamp #2's shade and resides on the nightstand in my bedroom :)

It turned out to be a fun, creative weekend and my 3 lamps went from UGH to FABULOUS!

Let's see?  What can I paint when we get our next snowstorm?!!


Thanks for stopping by, my gate is always open,
Jeri

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LET THE KIDS GO CRAZY! WHAT A HOOT!

Merry Christmas from Picket Patch Reclaimed Treasures!  Wishing you and your families the best of times and a safe holiday season.   XXOO

I created an owl Christmas ornament pattern and had such a great time making them with my little neighbor girls, I thought I would pass the joy on to you.  They are easy to make and the kids went nuts decorating them - lots of bling going on as you can see!

The pattern below can be printed on paper and transferred to cardboard for tracing.  Have fun!

Here's some helpful hints:
To print the pattern, click once on the pattern, then right-click and "save as" owl pattern to your computer's desktop.  Then open and print.
Use cardboard patterns to trace around on foam and felt.
For younger children, cut the pieces out ahead of time, giving them a "kit".
Cut 1 body out of foam for backing.
Cut 1 body out of felt and use a glue stick to cover the foam body, then adhere the felt body to the top of it.  Trim foam edges to match if necessary.
The brand Aleene's Tacky Glue works best to adhere the felt pieces to each other. I bought a 3-pk. for $1.29 at Michaels.
Wings and feet can be tucked between the body pieces or glued on top.
I used stiffened felt (you can purchase this kind) for the beaks and feet.
Embellishments: use bottle caps, wiggly eyes, gems, glitter - get crazy!
Punch a hole in the top center of the head and add an ornament hanger.

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Owls and have a wonderful Christmas!

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HOOT NEWS . . . Owls Looking For A New Home for Christmas!

We were well received at the Beech Grove H. S. craft show 

and sold 35 owls!  Thank you to everyone who took one home. 

We will be back next year!

We have a few owls left and they told me,

"All they want for Christmas is to get out of the storage tote and move to a loving home where they can make someone smile!" 

 I told them I would tell everyone how sweet and wonderful they are :)

Local pick up (Indianapolis) and shipping available.  

Cash or credit/debit card payments accepted.

Email Jeri at ppreclaimedtreasures@gmail.com

Owls are much cuter in person - pictures are not the greatest (sorry).

Baby Blue Eyes Owl with Chimes - so cute!  $35

Made from a silver platter & measures 13" wide.

Gray Spotty with Chimes - this cutie was made from an 

enamel pan lid.  $25  8.5" wide

Americana Owl - this patriotic owl is weatherproof

& has a wingspan of 19".  $25

Any vet or patriotic person would love this guy

Mardi Gras Owl - is ready to party!  Made from an antique

grater.  6" wide & 10" long  $22

Sinister Owl with Moon - he has an attitude,

but not too scary 12" wide.  $22

Made from a cafeteria plate holder

Curly Toes Owl - makes you smile!  7" wide & 11" long
Made from a silver tray  $22

Well Done Owl - this cutie "pie" was made 

from a well used pie pan  $22

Old Spoon Owl #1 - nestled up & brings a smile

13" long  $18

Old Spoon Owl #2 - nestled up & brings a smile

13" long  $18

Peepers Owl - will flutter into your heart

7.5" wide  $14

Spike Owl - this little guy with spiked feathers

makes me laugh!  7" wide  $15

Fledgling Owl - he stays snuggled in his nest - 

so sweet.  11" wide $15

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HAVE A WONDERFUL CHRISTMAS!

HOOTERS EVERYWHERE!

Feeling honored to have been chosen to participate in a juried craft show on November 30, 2013, 8am - 3pm.

It's the 38th annual "That Something Special" craft show at Beech Grove High School, 5530 Hornet Avenue, Beech Grove, Indiana boasting 175+ vendors and an attendance of 3,000 people.

 

COME AND SEE US!

 

I have my work cut out for me during the next 3 weeks making lots of owls and some owl Christmas ornaments, too (something new!). 

 

Owls are hatching everywhere - lol!

 

Below is a sampling of the hooters I've made - 

hope they bring a smile to your face!

Snowy,  Earl, Sinister, Coca Cola, Hungover Too, Pigeon-toed
 

Dr. Who, Mardi Gras, Americana, Hungover, Fledgling

Spotty, Mr. Owl, Spike, Baby, Dave

 

Gomer, Jingles, Corny, Gypsy, Twiggy, Curly Q

 

WHOO'S YOUR FAVORITE?

 

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TRIPLETS? It was a busy day!

They're not identical, but 3 little owls hatched today!

I'm delighted to share our newest happy, owl babies with you . . .

meet SNOWY, COCA COLA, and PIGEON-TOED

 

SNOWY OWL - $40 + shipping

SNOWY is a beautiful, winter owl made from a snowflake coaster. 

He would be a great Christmas tree ornament or wintertime

decoration hanging on your porch

 He loves cold weather!

SNOWY is a repurposed owl and was created with love

from recycled metal, plastic, and wood parts and

measures 7.5" high x 7.5" wide

 

 

COCA COLA OWL - $25 + shipping

Quirky, little owl made from an old metal Coca-Cola plate.

Would be a great addition to any Coke collection
7" high x 6" wide

 

PIGEON-TOED OWL - $25 + shipping

Cute, shy owl made from a fluted trivet. He would be happy
as can be just hanging on your porch or from a tree.

PIGEON-TOED is a repurposed owl and was created
with love from recycled metal, glass, and plastic parts
 - measures 7.5 " high x 7.5" wide

 

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You can see all the owls we have for sale on the BUY OWLS page at the top of the page, or at our ETSY store  http://www.etsy.com/shop/ppreclaimedtreasures

Thanks for stopping by!  My gate is always open,  Jeri

 

HAPPY FIRST DAY OF FALL - have a wonderful day!

 

 

BIG NEWS! New ETSY store is open!

I can't tell you how excited we are to open our ETSY shop!  You can see all the owls we have for sale in one place and the shop takes credit card and PayPal payments.  Of course, you can still buy from this blog - click on the BUY OWLS tab at the top of this page. 

Here's the link to the Picket Patch Reclaimed Treasures ETSY store http://www.etsy.com/shop/ppreclaimedtreasures  or email Jeri at ppreclaimedtreasures@gmail.com with questions or to order.

We have 7 owls listed in our shop and more coming, so bookmark our Etsy page and stop by often! 



For those of you who have not heard of ETSY. . . it is an e-commerce website focused on handmade or vintage items, as well as art and craft supplies. These items cover a wide range, including art, photography, clothing, jewelry, food, bath and beauty products, quilts, knick-knacks, and toys. Many sellers also sell craft supplies such as beads, wire and jewelry-making tools. All vintage items must be at least 20 years old.

My cousin from Texas also has a store on Etsy (we're a crafty family!)  Check out her shop, too!
http://www.etsy.com/shop/putyourblingon

Have a great day! 

My gate is always open,  Jeri  XXOO

Whoo Loves Owls Too?! More Owls For Sale

Here are two more owls I created and I'm offering them for sale. 
They can't fly to your home but I can ship them!

 

Repurposed owls are made from recycled household items,

nuts, bolts, screws, utensils, jewelry, etc. 

They can be hung indoors or outdoors.
Great for an office, on a porch, or hanging in a garden

 

Contact me at ppreclaimedtreasures@gmail.com

for shipping information

Credit card payments accepted through Square Up or Paypal

 

 GIRLIE OWL - $27 + shipping
This "girlie" owl is all dolled up with eyelashes and bracelets!
Petite and cute - 5.5" high x 3.75" wide

 

 

SINISTER OWL - $25 + shipping

Sinister owl looks a little spooky hanging in front of a full moon

12" high x 11" wide

 

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XXOO 

 

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