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It was a BEAUTIFUL day here today!

We spent the day shopping and doing yard/garden stuff

and drving the Cozy Coupe of course!

Before:

After:

I added some black spray paint and some marigolds!

Love it!

Here are my Apprentices, they are just tooo cute for words!

Sorry for picture quality camera does not like screens and sun!

Ugh!

I also have to tell you about this AWESOME blog I found today!



You definitely need to pay it a visit, totally worth your time!
Seriously though, some people need to lay off the Haterade!

This blog puts those people in their place!

Oh yes, and don't forget to link up the the link party this week!

Mondays Show & Tell

Hope you all had a great day too!

Basement Window To Wall Decor

Seriously Cute Bedroom Art!

I love using "trash" to make something AWESOME!

We have had this window sitting around forever (a curbside find).

I had MANY ideas for it and never got around to doing any of them....

Finally decided it was time to do something with it!

I have been making things for my sons bedroom, we are going from baby to toddler!

He is totally into anything with wheels, so naturally cars and trucks and the like is the theme.

This project was perfect and CHEAP- free actually, using things I already had!

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Supplies:

Old Window

White Paint

White Felt

Black Fabric

(size of your window)

Modge Podge

Staple Gun

Saw Tooth Hanger

Here is how I did it:

First-

I sanded the window a little, not much I wanted it to look

rustic/shabby. Then painted it white.

(All Painted White)

Second-

I looked up clip art for a car, truck and a train in google.

Saved them and opened them in paint, I played around with the sizes

once I got them to look how I wanted I printed them out.

Once printed I cut them out and cut each onto white felt.

(Pictures I Found)

Third-

I applied modge podge to the back of my felt cut outs.

I took the cut outs and place them in the center of each window,

modge podge side towards the glass.

I centered them by looking at it from the front.

Fourth-

Next I took the black fabric and cut it to the size of the window.

 Used the staple gun and stapled it to the back of the window.

Only one the outside edges, not the middles.

Be careful not to staple near the glass! 

Then added the sawtooth hanger to the top.

Here is your finished product!

If you decide to make this, I would love to see it!

Thank You For Stopping By!

LINKING TO:

The Primitive Outhouse

Metamorphosis Monday

Dumpster Diving Tips!

Dumpster Diving Tips!

A friend of mine found this and I just had to share!

My friends call me The Dumpster Diva!

I think most would be offended by that name,

I wear it with pride lol!!

Do you dare to dumpster dive? You have heard folks talk about it, so now you want to read more about it. Let's begin with are you willing?

Scenario 1:

You are driving down the street and see a perfectly good object on the curbside.

Are you willing to stop and toss it in the trunk?

Scenario 2:

Your neighbors toss out their newspapers in the recycle bin.

Are you willing to pick up extra coupon inserts from their bins?

Scenario 3:

You are bored one night and looking for something fun to do.

Are you willing to venture into dumpster diving for cheap entertainment?

If you are still reading this, you have either done this before, or are considering trying it out.

Here are some tips:

What to bring:

Comfortable clothes
Baby wipes
Flashlight
Milk crate (for stepping stool)
Pocket knife
Grocery bags/trash bags
Gloves
Large enough vehicle (don't want to find you don't have enough space for your stash)
First aid kit
Unger or poking stick
Friends
TwineTape

When to dive:

Each person has their own preferable time to dive,

but I recommend early morning or late night.

Don't dive after midnight to avoid confrontations.

Dive consistently.

Remember, you may not find something each time you go.

It's the thrill of the hunt.

You never know when a dive will be a lucky one.

Where to dive:

You can start by mapping out or scoping the following areas-

Florists
Thrift stores
Strip malls
Grocery stores
Department stores
Residential (apartment/condo)
Video stores
Bookstores
Toy stores
Electronic stores
Craft stores
Recycle bins
Hotels

What to do if confronted:

It's a good idea to say that you are looking for boxes.

Most store personnel are more concerned with you dumping your trash

into their dumpster vs. taking items from their dumpster.

This is not the time to be defensive.

Be polite and leave as soon as possible.

If you know your area's law, then you can always come back later.

You may want to consider not diving in your immediate area,

if you are concerned about being recognized.

Is it illegal:

You can check for your local area ordinances or call your police department to inquire.

Most areas consider trash public domain.

 Be sure to check that it is not a breach of privacy in your area.

Do not dive in fenced area dumpsters or

where any do not trespass signs are posted.

How long per dive:

Do not dive in one dumpster over ten minutes.

The longer you are there, the higher your chances are for being confronted.

Be as quick as possible.

Be discreet.

Keep in mind small things like

not parking your car directly next to the dumpster.

Well, now that we are educated on how

to dumpster dive. Let's Go!!

I say there is nothing better than dumpster diving,

and curb shopping! It is amazing what you'll find!

One Mans Trash Is Anothers Treasure!

Thank you Deb for being my one follower!! lol

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