Garden Junk for New Projects

17 years ago

I got to go thrift shoppin' yesterday with a friend...WHOPPEE! And here's my finds...except the bunny & metal balls were from TJMaxx...Hit the jackpot for bdhse decor...the long metal pc is a light fixture...3 insulators, couple drawer handles, curtain rod flower thingy & an wire egg bsket...but not full size one (with no bottom).

I'm going to use the light fixture on the front of a birdhouse...perfect opening DH says for a 2-holer! The insulators I pd. $3 each...but want to put lights under them for inside decor and then just sit them out in among plants in the summer. The metal balls are left-over Christmas ornaments for $1 ea on clearance...will go outside.

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And here's the stone bunny...I was so excited to get him at TJMax for $7.99 ... the tag says "born and made in the USA, from the creative hands of artist Telle M. Stein...made of stone and sand from ancient southern riverbeds. My nature is green and outdoor weather is my friend. Green moss will be my mantel in time." They have a website www.stonebunny.com but it was "under construction" when I looked. Anyway, Woo-Hoo! I love him...here's a closer up pic. COME ON' SPRING!!! Jeanne

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Comments (12)

luvstocraft
17 years ago
Can't wait to see your "two holer" birdhouse. That is a really pretty metal piece and what a great use for it! Love your little bunny, just so sweet. Your egg basket would work well for making a wind chime I think. Insulators will look great all lit up, and you can always find a place for the pretty gold balls. You had a really good shopping trip, glad you had fun. Luvs
Marlene Kindred
17 years ago
Wow Jeanne! You hit the mother load! Love all of your finds! The bunny will look great in the garden and I can't wait to see you birdhouse duplex! That should look awesome!
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kudzukween
17 years ago
wow, wish I had those insulators, LOL...I want a few more blue ones for my outdoor light covers. You got some great stuff, and I can't wait to see what you make :D
luna_llena_feliz
17 years ago
I love the bunny and I bet purplemoon will too. I think she is giving me a bunny fetish. he-he I think your idea for the dual birdhouse is wonderful too and what a stunning piece to do it with! I can't wait to see what you do with the other hardware! Great finds!
leveta
17 years ago
WOW jeanne love your fines...They are great...Make sure your take pic's of your birdhouse...
use2bcapecodr
17 years ago
What neat stuff!! Love the bunny!!

~Sandy~
cindee11461
17 years ago
Oh love everything! I have a TJMax here where I live too. I think I might go see if there is one there(-:
kirkus
17 years ago
You always find and make the best things! I can't wait to see what you do with these treasures! We too have found some pretty cool finds at TJ Max! Great score, Jeanne! You inspire us all! Bear Hugs! Kirk
daisydal
17 years ago
Good golly! You always come up with some great ideas!!
Love the birdhouse idea for 2-holer, that will be so cool!
Cant wait to see that. The bunny is adorable, and the best is.....MADE IN THE USA!! WOO-HOO..LOVE THAT! Everything is going to look so great in your garden! I am happy for you, girl!
blessings-sherri
smickerdoodle
17 years ago
I love all of your finds...especially the bunny. I can't wait to see how you use them. Keep us posted.
concretenprimroses
17 years ago
Great finds. I might have to go to tjmaxx again. If you want the bunny to moss up quicker, I hear diluted buttermilk makes moss grow.
kathy
tennesseetrash
17 years ago
Great day shopping Jeanne! TJMaxx is my favorite store. Seems like I get more there for my money. High end for the price usually.

I get my favorite perfume there for 19.99 instead of 65. at the mall. When they have it in stock, I buy 2 or 3, and can wait until they have it again.

Clothes and housewares, they have a lot of good bargains. ~tenderlee