Saturday, April 28, 2012

For the Love of Rust

There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens: (NIV)Ecclesiastes 3:1





I think my favorite projects are ones that use things that would have ended up at a Landfil or Scrap yard.

The Scrap yard was the destination for this little beauty.





Lately I've had a thing for clocks and clock faces. I wanted to use a large clock of some sort in my bathroom redo. So I went in search of something to use as a base, that's when I spotted this (there were 2, still thinking on the other)



Old rusty barrel lids, can you see the beauty in this?



I love how the edges are scalloped, and the different shades of rust, it just makes me smile!



In my stash of scrapbook stuff, I had these cardboard numbers, which I sprayed painted silver. They looked a little too new, so I gave them a little bit of rust with some rust colored paint, much better.

This is my favorite little place to decorate, and
re-decorate. I call it "My own Little Corner" You know like Cinderella "In my own little corner, in own little world"



I added a small old saw, to my berry wreath, the rusts match!

This little birds nest I made from chicken wire and moss, and added little blue speckled clay eggs I made.





Thanks for visiting, Please consider following and helping me build back up my blog after my original was so rudely stolen.

Please leave a comment and let me know you were here!

Have a Great Day, and God Bless you!






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28 comments:

  1. AnonymousApril 28, 2012 at 11:22 PM

    Love this! So rusty and perfect. :-) Visiting you from Addicted 2 Decorating. I'm now following and look forward to seeing more of your creative projects! Have a great weekend.
    Sharla

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  2. SheilaG @ Plum DoodlesApril 29, 2012 at 7:04 AM

    I love it! Awesome idea. So sorry about your blog, but glad you're back up and running.

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  3. A Cottage IndustryApril 29, 2012 at 11:14 AM

    I LOVE the rusted lid clock! Such a clever idea!!!!!
    Tracey

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  4. Linda @ it all started with paintApril 29, 2012 at 10:31 PM

    LOL! It's your tetanus shot corner! Love it!

    :)

    Linda

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  5. GailApril 30, 2012 at 3:58 AM

    WOW! I love everything about your "own little corner". Sorry to hear about your blog. I'm now one of your newest followers and looking forward to following along.

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  6. DebbiedoosApril 30, 2012 at 4:15 AM

    I can totally see the beauty in this. It's awesome. Thanks for sharing.

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  7. GinaApril 30, 2012 at 5:26 PM

    Lorrie, that is an awesome clock! What a clever idea. I love the scalloped edge!

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  8. AudreyApril 30, 2012 at 6:12 PM

    hi Lorrie ... sorry you lost your blog. So happy that you are back. I missed you. Love the clock and the numbers are so special. Need to find some like those. Your special corner always looks so inviting.
    Blessings,
    Audrey Z. @ Timeless Treasures

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  9. AdinaApril 30, 2012 at 6:35 PM

    Lorrie - I found your blog and your etsy store tonight from Debbiedoos newbie party, i'm a new follower. I love this clock! So clever.

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  10. RoisinApril 30, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    How was your blog stolen? I love your clock, your nest, and your wreath. I'm a new follower--just found your blog. Your little corner of the world is enchanting! Cashel1916@yahoo.com

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  11. Cosy Life by EllyApril 30, 2012 at 9:38 PM

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  12. fiona andersonMay 1, 2012 at 12:50 AM

    That clock is amazing - the letters look like metal. I also like the finished bread bin in the other post -it's so frustrating when something goes wrong isn't it.
    Thanks so much for stopping by my place - following you back !

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  13. Heart Vintage Design May 1, 2012 at 2:48 AM

    Love the wreath and the clock. How was your blog stolen [shudders?]

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  14. StephanieMay 1, 2012 at 4:28 AM

    You certainly have a great eye to spot the beauty and potential of an old rusty piece. It looks fantastic.

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  15. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMay 1, 2012 at 4:33 AM

    I love your clock, Lorrie! I can see that you would look at it and see a clock ~ I would, too. Great luck that the numbers fit on there. My luck would have me with numbers way too big or way too small!

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  16. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmMay 1, 2012 at 5:08 AM

    LOVE that old rusty barrel lid...and the fun clock you made out of it!
    Thanks for visiting...and following! Can't wait to see what you come up with next...looks like we have lots in common :)
    Chat soon, Laurel

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  17. SherryMay 1, 2012 at 1:38 PM

    Wow, that bird nest and the saw added to your wreath are unbelievable! I'm now following you and would love if you could follow me back. Tx.

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  18. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMay 1, 2012 at 6:10 PM

    Love this...so unique and fabulous! I just found you at Debbie's party and now I am a follower.
    Hugs, Sherry

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  19. Karen at Bargain-ista.comMay 6, 2012 at 9:39 PM

    This is incredible! Love the rust! I just laugh when people want to clean up rust, patina and tarnish cuz I just love the look :)

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  20. PattyMay 7, 2012 at 6:54 AM

    Very pretty. I really need a few of your "spings"!!!

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  21. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)May 7, 2012 at 7:33 PM

    I love your cute corner and so creative. I think your space is fabulous! Thanks for sharing.
    Hope to see you on my blog:)

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  22. UnknownMay 7, 2012 at 7:34 PM

    I really do love old "stuff" ... it makes me smile ...:)

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  23. SwedishCorner ~ DownUnder...PernillaMay 8, 2012 at 7:21 PM

    Love love love the rust!
    Greetings from Australia♥
    ~Pernilla

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  24. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideMay 9, 2012 at 9:38 AM

    This is so great! Fantastic job!

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  25. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideMay 9, 2012 at 9:42 AM

    Oh, I'm also your newest follower! Blessings, Tammy

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  26. AnnMay 9, 2012 at 6:23 PM

    What a clever idea. I'm such a fan of repurposed rescue items. I'm following.

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  27. Zuni, Chickadee Home NestMay 10, 2012 at 7:40 PM

    This is very clever! I supposed you drilled a hole to place the clock mechanism? It turned out great! PS - I didn't know blogs could be "stolen"...what have you learned about how to protect our blogs?! Info would be so appreciated! Thanks for sharing; I'm following you now. I hope you'll visit back. ~Zuni

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