I went back and forth about what I wanted to do with it, then finally decided to give it a new life as a night light.

This is what I started with.  There was a fragment of a sticker on the back, so I did some research and found out it was manufactured by Bremer-Tulley around 1927.

I painted it with two different colors of chalk paint, crackled it in a few places with Elmer's Glue, applied clear wax and a little dark wax, then distressed it along the edges.  The vintage doily was attached to the inside with a few staples.

I didn't want to use a plug-in night light and have to deal with the cord hanging out the back, so I used a battery operated scented light.  This one is about 4" tall and turns on and off by pushing down on the top.

Presto!  Just stick a finger through the back, push down, then watch it glow.

It gives off a beautiful soft glow in the dark and smells good too!   

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Enamelware & Dried Hydrangea Display @ Prairie Charm

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I decided to build a better mouse gopher trap and turn my junky finds into a couple of wall sconces/bud vases.

Kind of scary looking don't you think?  I was told they were mouse traps, but they looked too big and too mean for a little mouse.  Talk about overkill!  I did a little research and found out they're actually gopher traps.  Ouch!

 I cut and painted two pieces of a pallet board, cleaned the traps, then sprayed them with a matte acrylic sealer.  Of course every gopher trap looks better with a little bling.

I used a couple of U nails to attach the trap to the pallet board.

The glass tubes were a perfect fit.

They're looking a whole lot better and a lot less intimidating as bud vases.  I'm sure the gophers are a lot happier too.

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 A vintage drawer, vintage bottles, and some fresh daisies are a perfect way to brighten up a cold winter day.  Love this fresh and charming idea from Prairie Charm.


 These small pulleys are just perfect in this repurposed jewelry project by Sadie Seasongoods.
 
   Looking for a sweet gift for a sweetheart for Valentine's Day?  Look no more.  These paper hearts are just the perfect gift by Hogg Barn Antiques.

 
  Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson made these adorable Valentine hearts from old vintage linens.  Aren't these just too cute?

    
 When you just can't find that perfect vintage piece you're looking for, then why not just fake it.  If you do it as good as Happy at Home did, no one will be able to tell.  Love these
faux windows.

  
  Junk 4 Joy made herself a truly lovely junk desk lamp.  Love the rust and the industrial vibe.  Great repurposing job.

   
 Valentine's Day is fast approaching and it's time to start thinking about cards and decorations. These lovely printables from Crafty in Crosby might be just what you need.


   Lisa from Wisconsin Magpie has started a new collection of little wooden cabins.  Now that I've seen how cute they look in this wintry scene, I think I'll have to hunt some down myself.

    

 I love the rustic look of this wooden heart from Scavenger Chic.  The addition of the rusty hinges makes it extra special.  

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