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Tuesday, September 10, 2013

Toys to home decor

Have you ever repurposed toys as home decor? 
As I was cleaning the children's toys, 
I found a few wooden toys that I thought I could use for something totally different.
Here is what I started with...
I have been using the tower to hold my jute rope...
(I use this for packing some of my Etsy creations).
For the "wheels", I got out a non toxic paint remover. 
The paint on these wheels was way too thick, and even my electric sander was not making much of a dent during the sanding process.
After the paint was removed, I painted them again.
I know, it makes sense.
This time I painted them white and added them to this mix,
to create a Fall centerpiece.
So...
Total spent $0

 This is what repurposing, reusing and making the most of what you have is all about.

Stay Frugal,
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22 comments:

  1. Cranberry MorningSeptember 10, 2013 at 6:41 AM

    You're more ambitious than I! But this turned out really nice - good job.

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  2. Amy of While Wearing HeelsSeptember 10, 2013 at 7:34 AM

    Honestly, this just blew my mind. The way your mind words is amazing. I love that you are using the stand to hold your twine. Brilliant.

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  3. Sonny GSeptember 10, 2013 at 7:57 AM



    very creative and well done, Daniela.

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  4. KellySeptember 10, 2013 at 9:12 AM

    Great idea! I love how you used the spool for your twine.

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  5. Sew a Fine SeamSeptember 10, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    That is cool! I'll never look at that toy the same again! And next time I see one at Goodwill I know what I'm doing with it!

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  6. RealHouseWifeOfNOVASeptember 10, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    So glad that I subscribed to your blog! This is awesome!

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  7. monkeySeptember 10, 2013 at 11:56 AM

    reusing and repurposing also means using imagination and you have a great one xx

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  8. AnonymousSeptember 10, 2013 at 2:29 PM

    I've repurposed a lot of things over the years but never saw potential in that particular toy. It turned out fantastic!

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  9. ℳartina @ Northern NestingSeptember 10, 2013 at 2:41 PM

    Very cool!!

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  10. UnknownSeptember 10, 2013 at 3:25 PM

    LOVE!!!
    You did it again !!!
    XOX

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  11. NanaDianaSeptember 10, 2013 at 3:47 PM

    I love how your mind works, Dani. You see things in a whole different light than most people do- xo Diana

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  12. chateau chicSeptember 10, 2013 at 6:09 PM

    You're brilliant! What a great repurposing idea.
    Mary Alice

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  13. Tania PelletierSeptember 10, 2013 at 8:47 PM

    Oh I love this! I'll be looking at kids toys totally different from now on!! :o)

    Tania

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  14. Mariette VandenMunckhof-VedderSeptember 10, 2013 at 9:34 PM

    Dearest Daniela,
    It is late and I'm tired but THIS post made me smile! You did this so clever! Genial idea and I love the white rings.
    Guess what we ate tonight? Your yummyHomemade Boscaiola Pasta Sauce with Tofurky Italian sausage from Whole Foods and fresh peas and mushrooms from Trader Joe's. I had a very happy husband at the table and enough left overs for freezing. I love to cook larger batches!
    Thanks for your sharing.
    Hugs,
    Mariette

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  15. Danni@SiloHillFarmSeptember 11, 2013 at 4:43 AM

    How lovely! Thanks for giving me a new "shopping place"....the toy box! Brilliant!

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  16. ReviSeptember 11, 2013 at 11:58 AM

    This is one I'd never have imagined!
    -Revi

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  17. Donna@anangloinquébecSeptember 12, 2013 at 9:53 AM

    Oh this is just soooooo smart! I love it. I would never have thought of that and that is so practical for the twine!

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  18. UnknownSeptember 12, 2013 at 10:01 PM

    Love your ideas Dani, this is SO creative, you are one thrifty lady :) Love the twine holder- xo

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  19. ~Lavender Dreamer~September 13, 2013 at 12:33 PM

    What cute ideas. I hope no one looks for that toy! Have a fun weekend!

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  20. Cristina GaraySeptember 13, 2013 at 2:33 PM

    Brilliant! Pretty creative and it all looks great ;)

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  21. KhammanySeptember 13, 2013 at 3:43 PM

    Hi Daniela! I love following bloggers from all over the world and you're the first Italian one! I read that you were born and raised in Northern Italy, are you still living there? I would love to go to Northern Italy someday soon, especially the Piedmont wine region. So excited to have found you!
    Your toys turned home decor is so clever, by the way.
    Take care! -Khammany

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  22. Mommy EvolutionSeptember 15, 2013 at 4:04 PM

    I wanted to invite you to the Friday Flash Blog Party, the best linky in town! I hope you'll join us and link up. Who knows. You may just get highlighted!

    The party goes on through Monday.

    Jennifer @ The Jenny Evolution
    www.thejennyevolution.com

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