Friday, August 26, 2011

Vases


While browsing for inspiration, I came across these unusual vases.

How ingenious to make vases  from used light bulbs!



Jars bound to pieces of driftwood.



I really have no idea what this was made from.   Perhaps pieces of  hollow branches, painted white then tied together.   Any clue?



And these:  a wonderful wall display of  hanging jars at various heights from a branch.

All the above images can be located on my Pinterest Page. 


All such cute ideas!    Although I've used pitchers, ice buckets and baskets,  here are a few others.   Mine aren’t new or unusual or even inspired, but I do like them.    

An antique copper kettle I purchased about a
100 years ago for a song.



A coffee can wrapped in burlap and tied together with twine.


And  precious little boy Ropers!  The best part is I know the little feet that walked in these.
 The sweetest!



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To my East Coast friends, please stay safe!


Until next time, Honey
 
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52 comments:

  1. DebbiedoosAugust 26, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    Oh I love all these cute inspiring vase Ideas. I have a pair of rubber rain boots that I have been wanting to put some flowers in. I am waiting for pansies.

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  2. TinaAugust 26, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    I love, love, love your copper kettle! I have a kettle something like that..think I'm going after some copper spray paint soon!
    I really like the light bulb vases! Such a great idea! I have used all sorts of things for vases..except vases! :-)

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  3. UnknownAugust 26, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    What great ideas for vases! People are just so clever. Love the boots, and you're copper kettle. Prayers out for Irene victims everywhere...

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  4. NayanaAugust 26, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    great inspirations, I like yours too. specially burlap cloth ones.

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  5. Kay L. DaviesAugust 26, 2011 at 7:30 PM

    I can't imagine sawing the bottoms off lightbulbs without breaking the bulbs themselves, but they sure look cute, as do the other things.
    — K

    Kay, Alberta, Canada
    An Unfittie's Guide to Adventurous Travel

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  6. LorraineAugust 26, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    What cute ideas for displaying flowers. The lightbulbs are scary...I love the copper watering can and the boots! Happy PS!

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  7. Brenda PruittAugust 26, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    These folks are simply more creative than I am. I just put mine in jars and pitchers!
    Brenda

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  8. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleAugust 26, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Such cute vessels for flowers and such. Love the boots.

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  9. Lois EvensenAugust 26, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    So many wonderful ideas. Such fun! I like the boots, too. :)

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  10. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonAugust 26, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    I love the light bulb vases! What a clever idea. Your kettle is wonderful too. Little boots would make anyone smile. Can't wait for Potpourri Fri.

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  11. Sue McPeakAugust 26, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    What a fun group of clever vases...the light bulbs especially a bright idea!!! I really enjoyed seeing all of your vase ideas since it's been so hot in Texas, I have no flowers to put in my cowboy boots. Guess a tumble weed or two will have to do. Great post.

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  12. janisAugust 26, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    what splendid ideas! Especially the recycled light bulbs! On Pinterest I found some darling vase ideas (I pinned them). My favorites were: 1. several baby food jars bounded togetehr with ribbon & tiny flowers gracing the jars.. 2. mason jars! always charming.. 3. I love using a fishbowl for different types of arrangements.. 4. Cylinder jars are always a favorite with me too!

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  13. StephanieAugust 26, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    The light bulb vases are brilliant!

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  14. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageAugust 26, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    Wow! Some of these are so incredibly original! Good research! Ha! The lightbulbs are nothing but clever and delightful. I love the hanging bottles too!

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  15. My name is RietAugust 27, 2011 at 12:40 AM

    Very original lovely little vases . Always nice to show one flower in a little vase. Happy pink Saturday

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  16. Pierre BOYERAugust 27, 2011 at 12:48 AM

    Simply and lovely...
    Regards from France,

    Pierre
    http://pierre-boyer.blogspot.com/

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  17. UnknownAugust 27, 2011 at 7:12 AM

    All fabulous ideas! I like using ordinary things as vases -- my favorite being oridinary mason jars :)

    Blessings!
    Gail

    P.S. Be sure to scoot over and get entered in for my giveaway :)

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  18. LindyLouMacAugust 27, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    Some fun ideas, especially the first with the light bulbs.

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  19. KathyAugust 27, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    These are quite creative - they make such lovely displays! Love it!
    Hope you have a blessed weekend,
    Kathy

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  20. Rose Garden MalevikAugust 27, 2011 at 11:27 AM

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  21. The Artful DivaAugust 27, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    These are all clever ideas - especially the light bulb vases. It won't be long before these types of bulbs are considered vintage!

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  22. DonnieAugust 27, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    Loved all the pretty photos and novel ideas. I can never seem to think outside the box like that. The grandkids have gone back to school so I finally have my computer back. Still not blogging but hope to visit you more. Take care.

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  23. JenniferAugust 27, 2011 at 4:11 PM

    All of them really cute! I love the white wood tied together and the lightbulbs. I need to get creative with wrapping jars with stuff!!

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  24. BonnieAugust 27, 2011 at 5:34 PM

    So creative and festive!

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  25. La Vie QuotidienneAugust 27, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    Very cleaver and creative. My favorite are the light bulbs...how on earth did they do that! Really neat. Thank you for the ideas. Have a super weekend.

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  26. AnonymousAugust 27, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Just love those jars and all of the vessels!

    HPS!

    love,kelee

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  27. Light and VoicesAugust 27, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    I love how you put flowers in various vases. Very nice.
    Joyce M

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  28. JamieAugust 28, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Beautiful!

    Feel free to link up to my new Make Yourself Blog Hop!

    -Jamie
    For Love of Cupcakes

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  29. Faye August 28, 2011 at 2:26 PM

    Love the ideas especially the light bulbs...I have to try that one.
    I'll do my best to remember to join your new party...Thanks!
    Faye

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  30. UnknownAugust 28, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    Such amazing inspiration..love thinking outside the box when it come to vases. Thanks for sharing.
    Happy pink,
    Lorena

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  31. SherrieAugust 28, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    Thank you for sharing all the ideas. My favorite is the light bulb vases. Those are such eye catchers!

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  32. SherrieAugust 28, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    I am definitely following you now :0)

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  33. AnonymousAugust 29, 2011 at 6:59 AM

    Very creative stuff. I love the light bulb vases!

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  34. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comAugust 29, 2011 at 7:02 AM

    Great ideas for vases. Your new blog party sounds like so much fun.

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  35. Comeca JonesAugust 29, 2011 at 7:14 AM

    Great inspiration ! I am following via coastal cottage always glad to follow new blogs! Im off to browse old post.

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  36. Something Nice and PrettyAugust 29, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Hello! Just found you at Coastal Charm and I too love finding great new blogs!
    You sure won a fabuless giveaway there!
    I'll be joining your new linky party and I'll be sure to include the button on my sidebar, I'm also a new follower:)

    Rondell

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  37. Connie in HartwoodAugust 29, 2011 at 7:46 AM

    The photo of the old light bulbs with flowers in them is genius!! I have been known to use anything that will hold water as a vase ... Frappucino bottles look a LOT like old cream bottles ... it's a shame to throw away something so useful.

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  38. DawnAugust 29, 2011 at 8:00 AM

    All very pretty inspiration photos. Guess anything can be made into a vase:)

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  39. Linda@Coastal CharmAugust 29, 2011 at 8:28 AM

    Stop by today and then e-mail me your full name and address...yes...you are the WINNER of my PB and coastal giveaway:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  40. SandraAugust 29, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Love all the cute inspiring vases! I found your blog on Coastal Charm! I am now your newest follower. Hope you follow mine too. :)

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  41. Carrie at In the Hammock BlogAugust 29, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    I love those light bulb vases!

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  42. Sweet MeanderingsAugust 29, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Such creative ideas! Who would have thought of putting flowers in boots?! I'll have to make use of my cowboy boots when I get home!
    Candy

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  43. Ivy and ElephantsAugust 29, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    I have your fab party on my calendar. Can't wait.

    Paula

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  44. lvroftiquesAugust 29, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    Those are really cute ideas but I really love your copper kettle! How gorgeous is that?! Vanna

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  45. Nancy's Daily DishAugust 29, 2011 at 10:10 PM

    These are some great vase ideas...pretty and practical!

    I plan to join Potpourri Friday.

    Hugs,

    Nancy

    p/s I didn't get an email from you...you mentioned you'd sent one???

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  46. Carrie @ Dittle DattleAugust 30, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    Makes me what to add fresh flowers to my own home!

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  47. Ricki TreleavenAugust 30, 2011 at 6:14 AM

    Hey, Honey! I think your copper kettle should be in a magazine. It is stunning! I need to read about Potpourri Friday! I bet it will be fun! I also need to grab your pretty button. I will do that later on today! :D

    (((hugs))),
    Ricki Jill

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  48. MargueriteAugust 30, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Very creative ideas! The light bulbs and copper kettle are my faves. Looking forward to Potpourri Friday. Thanks for the invitation!

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  49. EllieAugust 31, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    Love the light bulbs! Such cute vases.

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  50. ToniSeptember 1, 2011 at 5:21 AM

    Great inspiration. All so unique. Love your copper kettle.

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  51. Ann from On Sutton PlaceSeptember 1, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    So glad you came to the party...the copper kettle is just stunning. I have a little blue and white kettle that I'm going to do the same thing with. Thanks for great inspiration!

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  52. BohemianSeptember 6, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    WOW... so many great ideas... so little time for me to implement them ALL! *Winks* But the inspiration they provide is intoxicating!!!

    Dawn... The Bohemian

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