Recreated, Recycled

A collection of items given a new life. They’ve been rescued, recycled, upcycled, renewed, repurposed … and oh how gorgeous they are!

Apr 042008
 
Shabby Vintage Tray

Another of my earlier works. A discarded silver tray which I found in a recycling yard. I’m amazed at times at what can be found at these places. I love fossiking through these recycling yards, opp shops,  second hand dealers and antiques stores. But for the more unusual finds I prefer the recyling yards. These days some of these finds …[Full story]

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Mar 182008
 
Beaded Candleholder - Shabby Elegance

This three branch candle holder started off as a very plain, bare candle holder without much life. The frame is quite fine so the surface area was not sufficent for the usual decorative painted finishes which was applied to many of my other recreated treasures. However, we are not limited to just painted finished in bringing to life an old, unwanted piece. Red is …[Full story]

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Feb 222008
 
Shabby Elegance

 Following on from my previous post, here is a collection of decorative items grouped together in a display. This may seem overly decorative but changing displays in your home can be just as refreshing for your home as a new outfit,  shoes or hairstyle for yourself.  Just as we like to pamper ourselves from time to time, a little pampering for your …[Full story]

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