Friday, July 12, 2013

Be Inspired: #148 Need a little Inspiration?

We had a Patriotic Party last week, but I invited everyone to feel free to share other posts that you had been working on. I didn't want to leave anyone out you know, and wow, so glad that you all shared some of your other Summer posts and projects. I wouldn't have wanted to miss these...

Evidently I have a "thing" for this color blue, since I realized that last week my feature was another fabulous blue piece of furniture... who knew? You'll want to check out this Farm Style Pantry Cabinet from Andrea at Town and Prairie. Andrea was having trouble coming up with a makeover plan for this old cabinet, but once she did, she gave it new life and a whopping personality.


it went from this


to this

Love the grain sack on the door, great job Andrea!!

Take a look at these spheres
 that Marty from A Stroll Thru Life spray painted.
 Isn't this a beautiful vignette?



I just love the simplicity and vintage charm on the front porch of
 Ann Marie at Musings of a Vintage Junkie
with these gorgeous red geraniums in this raw wood crate. 



shares her Sweet Cottage Love Story and thoughts on her upcoming move.
You might need a Kleenex.



Are you like me and wilt in the Summer?
I love a pretty chandy and light fixture as much as the next gal, but if I don't have air blowing on me, I just turn into a "hot mess" literally. Vickie from Ranger 911 came up with a great solution...the "Fandalier". As always, she wows me with her amazing DIY ideas and projects.




and a couple of great reclaimed wood pallet projects
 from Larissa at Prodigal Pieces





thanks gals, and please feel free to grab the image below



Today I want to introduce you to my newest Sponsor, please welcome Kathleen Hunt from Shabby Cottage Chic Home Decor also known as Kat's Kool Stuff! Here's what you'll find...

Furniture, Cabinets and Dresser Knobs, Wall Decor Hooks, Home and Garden Decor, Princess Crowns, Nautical Beach Decor, Country Kitchen, Cast Iron, Wrought Iron, Wedding Decor, Vintage items and much more. Enjoy my shop and Come back often. Feel free to contact me if you have any questions. Thanks, KAT
So many beautiful Shabby Accessories


Please visit Kathleen's blog, Shabby Cottage Chic Home Decor 
and her Facebook Page for new shop items and info.

thanks so much Kat, I see plenty of wonderful things...


OK, let's start the party everyone,
xoxo,







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46 comments:

  1. Julia @ Vintage with LacesJuly 11, 2013 at 11:09 AM

    Thank you for hosting the party, Debra!
    Have a great day!
    Hugs,
    Julia

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  2. Poppy @ With a Dash of ColorJuly 11, 2013 at 11:12 AM

    So many beautiful inspirations! Thanks for the party! Have a lovely day!~Poppy

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  3. UnknownJuly 11, 2013 at 11:17 AM

    Thanks so much Debra - have a great wknd!
    Hugs,
    Suzan

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  4. KathyJuly 11, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    Hello Debra, Loved the features - Yeah, reading Susan's post on Ashtree Cottage was very, very touching - I think because we could truly empathize. Loved the features - beautifully blue -I do appreciate you hosting,
    Kathy

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  5. Cristina GarayJuly 11, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    I also love that blue color, such a beautiful transformation! Thanks for the party Debra.

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  6. OliveJuly 11, 2013 at 11:20 AM

    Thanks for hosting Debra. What a cute blue china cabinet.

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  7. AnonymousJuly 11, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    Wonderful features Debra! Thanks so much for hosting.

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  8. Michele M./ Finch RestJuly 11, 2013 at 11:46 AM

    I always always always find exactly that here; inspiration.

    I think that chandy fan is brilliant because no way on this hot earth is my hubs EVER going to let me lose all our ceiling fans, no way.

    will have to consider that, it's a cool (ha ha, pun intended) idea!

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  9. The Charm of HomeJuly 11, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    Great features Debra! I love that fandy! So creative! Now I will be looking at light fixtures in a new way! Thank you for hosting!

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  10. Diane | An Extraordinary DayJuly 11, 2013 at 11:55 AM

    You're right! Those were some fabulous, not-to-be missed features!!
    Hope your week has been Extraordinary, Debra!!

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  11. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJuly 11, 2013 at 12:03 PM

    Thanks for hosting, Debra.

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  12. PoppyJuly 11, 2013 at 12:10 PM

    Hi Debra,

    What charming porches, both so pretty! Thanks for hosting!

    Poppy@poppyview.blogspot.com

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  13. Vintage Paint and more...July 11, 2013 at 12:31 PM

    Love the blue cabinet - what a transformation... so much inspiration here hard to choose my favorite... thanks for hosting..

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  14. Rita C at PanoplyJuly 11, 2013 at 12:32 PM

    Hi Debra,
    I'm happily inspired this week and linking up with my new [old] chaise lounge - thanks for hosting!
    Rita

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  15. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJuly 11, 2013 at 12:36 PM

    Love this weeks features Debra! Andrea cupboard, the fan light, and that pallet shelf, WOW! Thanks for hosting.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  16. ChristineJuly 11, 2013 at 12:43 PM

    Oh WOW!! Love the cabinet makeover!!!!

    Thanks so much for the wonderful party!

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  17. Susan FreemanJuly 11, 2013 at 12:45 PM

    Hi Debra! Thanks so much for featuring my post from last week. I am back again, but I promise ~ no Kleenex needed for this one. Wonderful party and you are a great hostess.

    Big Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  18. Penny @ Penny's Vintage HomeJuly 11, 2013 at 12:53 PM

    Thanks for hosting another great party! Have a wonderful week end...hugs, Penny

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  19. AnonymousJuly 11, 2013 at 1:18 PM

    Debra, amazing features! Thanks for hosting a great link party!

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  20. Stan and Jody GabaraJuly 11, 2013 at 1:36 PM

    Debra, love all the wonderful features! The cabinet makeover is awesome! Thanks for hosting another great party!

    Hugs,
    Jody

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  21. Larissa ~ Prodigal PiecesJuly 11, 2013 at 1:59 PM

    So flattered to be featured with the other wonderful projects. Thank you! :o)

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  22. Leslie HarrisJuly 11, 2013 at 2:07 PM

    Hi Debra, thank you for this wonderful party, the features all look so inspiring, especially that clock! I must try that.
    hugs,
    Leslie aka Gwen Moss

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  23. PatJuly 11, 2013 at 2:30 PM

    Debra,
    Amazing featured guests, dear friend!!!
    I always come away with inspiration from your Blog, Common Ground, and especially from Be Inspired Friday!!! Of course, my favorites are the blogs with a common love of all things vintage!!!
    Thank you, dear one, for hosting each week!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  24. Jeanette@Creating a Life StudioJuly 11, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    Incredible features today, Debra. That pallet wood clock is calling my name :)
    Thanks so much for having us!

    Jeanette

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  25. Pinky at Designs by PinkyJuly 11, 2013 at 2:58 PM

    Thanks for hosting!!!! Great features.

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  26. Christy @ Our Southern HomeJuly 11, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting, Debra!!!

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  27. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJuly 11, 2013 at 3:46 PM

    Oh wow, some really great features and links. I can't wait to check some of them out. I am so thrilled to have my spheres features, thank you, what an honor. Hugs, Marty

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  28. andrea@townandprairieJuly 11, 2013 at 4:02 PM

    Dear Debra- always an honor to be featured on Common Ground. Thank you for thinking of me, and continuing to host each week!

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  29. Rosemary@villabarnesJuly 11, 2013 at 4:12 PM

    Thanks for hosting!

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  30. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinJuly 11, 2013 at 4:16 PM

    Thanks for hosting! Have a grand weekend. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  31. At The Picket FenceJuly 11, 2013 at 4:22 PM

    Hi Debra! I haven't been partying too much lately so it is fun to come over and here and join in! Thanks so much for hosting!
    Vanessa

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  32. Liz @ Quirky VistasJuly 11, 2013 at 4:36 PM

    I can always use a little Friday inspiration! Thanks for hosting!
    Liz

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  33. Liz @ Quirky VistasJuly 11, 2013 at 4:36 PM

    I can always use a little Friday inspiration! Thanks for hosting!
    Liz

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  34. must love junkJuly 11, 2013 at 6:07 PM

    Always great features! Thanks for hosting, Debra :)
    Suan

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  35. Madonna/aka/Ms Lemon of Make Mine LemonJuly 11, 2013 at 6:58 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting and letting me join in.

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  36. FABBY'S LIVINGJuly 11, 2013 at 9:40 PM

    Beautiful features today! Thank you for the great party. big hugs,
    FABBY

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  37. Joy@aVintageGreenJuly 11, 2013 at 9:42 PM

    Thanks for hosting Debra, so many lovely bloggers sharing today. Love the features and the details. Have a great week.
    Joy

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  38. Mindi@MyLove2CreateJuly 12, 2013 at 2:08 AM

    Love your party, thanks for hosting!

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  39. Vickie @ Ranger 911July 12, 2013 at 8:05 AM

    Thanks for the feature, Debra! Lots of inspiration again this week, too!

    Thanks for hosting once again and have a wonderful weekend. :)

    Vickie

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  40. UnknownJuly 12, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    Thank you, Debra, for hosting such a lovely party! Have a great day!~~Angela

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  41. Yvonne @ StoneGableJuly 12, 2013 at 10:07 AM

    Such wonderful posts and so full in inspiration!

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  42. Jeannie and LindaJuly 12, 2013 at 10:40 AM

    Debra, another beautiful Friday party! Thanks for hosting! I am definitely inspired!


    Peace,
    Jeannie and Linda at The French Hens Nest

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  43. farmhouse-storyJuly 12, 2013 at 12:01 PM

    thanks for much for hosting us, debra! love the fandy:) have a great weekend!

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  44. Susan EvelynAndRoseJuly 12, 2013 at 12:04 PM

    Hope you had a great 4th weekend last week, Debra. It's nice to see all the patriotic posts!
    Thanks so much for hosting,
    Susan

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  45. SarahJuly 12, 2013 at 8:53 PM

    Debra, sorry to be late with a comment. Life swept me away from my computer again. Ha! Hope you are enjoying a great weekend. Wish I lived close by to take advantage of that awesome window. Not sure where I would use it, but it's a fantastic piece.

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  46. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJuly 13, 2013 at 6:32 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting!!

    Hugs,
    Deb

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