Sunday, May 3, 2009

Candlelight in a Box

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It's time for...

Metamorphosis Monday!









Here we go...


What do you get when you take a cool old box with a great handle and latch but no bottom,...


...and a set of small pyrex bowls?


With few simple tea light candles, you have a great centerpiece or side table that sets the mood!


As I was doing this project, I remembered I had seen it somewhere else. Where? Ah, yes, in Decorating JunkMarket Style. See it here on page 19? There's always so much inspiration in those books!!



This project is actually for sale in my Junkologie booth in Duluth, MN! I hope it sells quickly! :)



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41 comments:

  1. DeniseMay 3, 2009 at 7:47 AM

    Cool idea! I love it!

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  2. Lori Miller, Round barn Potting Co.May 3, 2009 at 8:26 AM

    If it doesn't sell quickly bring it down to me! I love it!
    Lori

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  3. MargoMay 3, 2009 at 9:28 AM

    Isn't that a great project, I immediately thought of it when I saw yours. Ki comes up with some great stuff doesn't she.
    Margo

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  4. CherMay 3, 2009 at 11:10 AM

    Good project. And thanks for showing us the source. The source photo reminded me I have four chairs like the ones in the book that I need to get out of storage and get busy on - unlike you who has no unfinished projects! Right?

    The Texas woman

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  5. bec4May 3, 2009 at 12:12 PM

    I love that--what a great use for a botomless case!

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  6. FripperyMay 3, 2009 at 12:38 PM

    Wonderful project! I always look for broken bits to re-purpose but when I find them inspiration often flies out the door!

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  7. trash talkMay 3, 2009 at 8:25 PM

    Cat Daddy brought home a ton (or as Sue says, a yitload) of those pyrex dishes and I thought what the heck am I gonna do with those. BINGO! Now I just have to find something bottomless besides me.
    Debbie

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  8. Home Repair VAMay 3, 2009 at 11:39 PM

    Oh, this is so nice:) Thank you for sharing it, I want to do this too. I think I'm going to be visiting you on a regular basis for more ideas:)

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  9. KathyMay 4, 2009 at 3:30 PM

    Amy - what a great project - love it! And something that can be changed out and used to display so many different things. (Check out my blog...you've received an award!)

    Kathy

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  10. Moonlight Hollow MusingsMay 4, 2009 at 8:47 PM

    Well, aren't you a smarty pants? Thanks for posting your pics....very inspirational!

    Malisa

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  11. Cottage ElementsMay 4, 2009 at 10:35 PM

    Amy, love this project! It's very cool, you are the clever one!

    Lanette

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  12. The Vintage AtticMay 5, 2009 at 8:49 AM

    What a great idea, thank you, you have just inspired me to take a look a my junk pile again.

    I think I'll just have to follow your blog to what else you come up with;-) Great Blog!

    Melissa

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  13. DavidMay 5, 2009 at 2:49 PM

    Another case of the whole being greater than the sum of its parts. Very nice work!

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  14. AnonymousMay 6, 2009 at 6:55 PM

    What a nifty idea. Very cute!
    marcie

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  15. DavidMay 6, 2009 at 8:01 PM

    Thank you, Amy. My camera is a Canon 30D. I was using a Canon EF 50mm f/1.2L USM lens for the pictures at Leola's. I think I was shooting at 1000 ISO. I was having a blast!

    What kind of camera do you use? Are you on Flickr? I always admire your photos.

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  16. Primitiques 'n PoetryMay 7, 2009 at 10:16 AM

    Get out! I love this, Amy! ~Mindy

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  17. cottage farm villa (cottagecharm)May 8, 2009 at 10:32 PM

    What a great idea!! Thanks for sharing...

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  18. Robin All Things Heart and HomeMay 10, 2009 at 7:33 PM

    Love it, so original!
    Robin
    All Things Heart and Home

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  19. Marsha's MpressionsMay 10, 2009 at 7:42 PM

    OHHH! This is such a great idea! LOVE IT!

    I'll be checking with you again.

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  20. Lindsay @ Peacock BlueMay 10, 2009 at 7:49 PM

    That's really cute!

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  21. DawnMay 10, 2009 at 7:49 PM

    I love that! What a great idea!

    Hugs from Eventually Cottage!

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  22. StaceyMay 10, 2009 at 8:08 PM

    Now that's so neat!!

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  23. KammyMay 10, 2009 at 8:28 PM

    Wow, cool idea ! Oh so neat when you can tie it
    to a magazine !
    Thanks for sharing a very creative idea !
    Hugs ~ Kammy

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  24. Misti of Studio M DesignsMay 10, 2009 at 10:05 PM

    Fabulously easy project! I love anything with old handles...Your photos are wonderful too!

    ~Misti

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  25. MaryMay 10, 2009 at 10:24 PM

    I like those junk market ladies! Your make over is cute. :O) Mary @Boogieboard Cottage

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  26. MarthaMay 10, 2009 at 10:36 PM

    How clever -- what a great makeover.

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  27. Mrs. PetrieMay 10, 2009 at 11:22 PM

    Wow, I never would have thought of this. So much better than candelabras or something store-bought.

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  28. SherrieMay 10, 2009 at 11:26 PM

    This is so unique! Great idea!
    Thank you for sharing :0)
    ~Sherrie

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  29. Melissa MillerMay 11, 2009 at 12:09 AM

    It's really beautiful and unique! :)

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  30. janetMay 11, 2009 at 9:52 AM

    what a brilliant idea, i can just imagine the ambiance when the candles are lit. I love unique items.
    hugs
    janet

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  31. marty39May 11, 2009 at 10:49 AM

    What a lovely idea. Great project. Hugs, Marty

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  32. CathyMay 11, 2009 at 11:33 AM

    Excellent idea! Smart!

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  33. JadehollowMay 11, 2009 at 1:04 PM

    Very Creative!

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  34. Scooterblu's Whimsy~RhondaMay 11, 2009 at 1:24 PM

    Wonderful idea! :) ~Rhonda

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  35. ChariMay 11, 2009 at 6:50 PM

    Hello...

    What a totally awesome idea!!! I would have never, ever thought of doing something like this!!! Thank you so much for sharing such a great idea!!! It's unique...I love it!!!

    Warmest wishes,
    Chari

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  36. Nicole ~May 11, 2009 at 9:25 PM

    Wow, that is a super creative idea!! I think it is so wonderful to repurpose things.

    Thanks for sharing, Nicole

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  37. Sofia StrifflerMay 12, 2009 at 12:10 PM

    Great Idea wonderful look. Good luck selling it.

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  38. susanMay 12, 2009 at 12:44 PM

    Love that rustic look. I am thankful some people see a project when all I see is an old box :)

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  39. JoyMay 12, 2009 at 1:12 PM

    Love it, I adore candles.

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  40. Really RaineyMay 13, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    Great inspiration! I love it that you repurpose!

    ~Really Rainey~

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  41. Miss KittyApril 10, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Thank you for sharing that! I just LOVE that idea...I'm sure yours will sell super quick to someone with fabuous taste.

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