Gone Thrifting

Tuesday, March 12, 2013

Upcycled Bridal

I must admit that classic weddings and wedding gowns are not my favorite. When I was planning my own wedding years ago, I wanted to wear a 1940's style navy blue blazer and skirt, as I was infatuated with clothing of that era then. But my mother insisted as her only daughter I wear a white wedding gown and so I complied. I refused to wear a veil though, instead wearing a wreath of flowers in my hair.

One of my daughters is getting married next summer. I've been looking at DIY ideas and upcycled items for weddings and would like to share a few of them with you.

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This hair comb was made using a repurposed rhinestone jewelry and antique silver leaves. I think it's lovely.

image via hangingbyathread1, Very sweet Bridal Cuff Bracelet

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I think this bridal design t-shirt would be cute to wear for opening presents the day after the wedding.

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This bandeau veil with rosette was fashioned from a vintage wedding gown. The rhinestone center came from a vintage necklace.

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These bridal bouquets are fashioned by Suzy Webster from vintage jewelry. If my daughter likes this, I'm going to look for a tutorial on how to make one.

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I think this upcycled wedding dress is just gorgeous!

At this point we just need to focus on a location since my daughter isn't getting married for another year and a half. But it's fun to look at all the different ideas

and I hope that you enjoyed it also!

Wednesday, February 27, 2013

Vintage Surveyor Cases

I recently bought this wood surveyor's case at the antique store where I also sell. It has a great worn patina and lovely orange color. I'm going to put it on my desk and keep supplies for marking items in it.

Not having bought anything like this before I decided to take a look at what's out there for these type of cases.

Image via RubertsGeneralStore

These type of cases were well constructed with dovetail joints, leather straps and sturdy hinges. Cases with surveying tools in working condition fetch a good price.

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Perhaps this case was used for storing a tripod. It looks really nice here as part of a display.

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I wasn't able to find another orange case like mine, but I found this green one with instruments and a tripod. I imagine that mine was painted orange to make it easier to spot when working outdoors.

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Not only are these cases functional, they look good in different types of decor: industrial, country, urban country, shabby chic and contemporary.

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While searching for another orange case like mine, I found this orange metal set of drawers and awesome vignette. If you like the color orange as I do, you have to be careful that your decor doesn't end up looking like Halloween. In this setting it certainly doesn't and that chair is stellar.