Friday, August 9, 2013

Be Inspired #152: Salvaged Treasures

Hi everyone, you all shared lot's of fun inspiration at last week's party. I know many of you are getting kiddos ready for school and finishing up Summer plans and projects, so thanks for coming by to join in on the fun! Let's see what was happening last week...

I really admire the ability to find a random vintage item and then transform it into something new and different. Betsy from My Salvaged Treasures knows how to think outside the box in giving her vintage items a whole new look and purpose. Last week she shared how she created this wonderful upcycled photo and jewelry display from a shelf of an old baker's rack.



Betsy's also shared an old cooler
that became a flower container.



She recreated a retro bench with a fun Union Jack pillow cover.



and old industrial office accessories are updated with numbers.


Thanks for giving us such great inspiration each week, Betsy!
And here are a few more links from last week:
a relaxing seating area in her summer Keeping Room.



Carol's home from Art and Sand is alive with wonderful color.
Have you seen her hubby's amazing paintings?

Incredible!



Nita from Mod Vintage Life
had a brilliant idea to create the easiest Chandelier ever...
Yes, a Vintage Birdcage with remote control candles.
(don't you love that yellow wicker chair?)



And Suzan from Simply Vintageous (along with her hubby)
has a fabulous makeover of a 70's Mediterranean Style Armoire
(these two are hilarious and need to go on the road)
And how about an Apple Crumble with Butterscotch Pudding
from Anjana At the Corner of Happy and Harried.


thanks gals, for sharing the inspiration!

French Bleu Vintage is in the Sponsor Spotlight today and most of you are familiar with Dee's wonderful Shop. She's been marking down some beautiful items in her French Estate Sale Department, so run over for a look to see the bargains. And while you're there, be sure and browse the rest of her shop for some amazing vintage finds.
thanks Dee!



If you've been featured then feel free to grab the image below.


OK, Time to link up all your ideas and inspiration, vintage goodies, projects, DIY, crafts and recipes that you've been working on this week. Please be a follower of Common Ground, and please take a minute to be sure you have a link within your post to be featured.

Thanks so much for joining in!


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  1. UnknownAugust 8, 2013 at 11:09 AM

    Thanks SO much for the feature Debra - by hit the road - did you mean Hit the road Jack and don't you come back no more no more LOL???
    You're the best - and of course thanks so much for the party!
    XOXO

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  2. MaryAugust 8, 2013 at 11:16 AM

    Wonderful features Debra! Thanks for hosting!

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  3. KathyAugust 8, 2013 at 11:18 AM

    Wonderful and creative posts last week, Debra. I am delighted to join your party this week, I do appreciate you hosting,
    Kathy

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  4. Decor To AdoreAugust 8, 2013 at 11:19 AM

    Oh I love all the featured links this week. Thank you so very much for hosting.

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  5. TrishaAugust 8, 2013 at 11:22 AM

    I am always so glad to be able to join in on the fun!

    ~Trisha

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  6. The Charm of HomeAugust 8, 2013 at 11:29 AM

    So many great summer blog posts this year! I have really enjoyed them! Thanks for hosting and for joining Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  7. PatAugust 8, 2013 at 11:36 AM

    Debra,
    Amazing featured guests, dear friend!!!
    Mesmerized by the hubby painting of the truck!!!
    Clever idea using the vintage baking rack!!!
    Love, Love, Love the pillows on the wicker settee!!!
    Thanks for hosting Be Inspired Friday each week. . .inspiration abounds!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat

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  8. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsAugust 8, 2013 at 11:38 AM

    Lovely features, Debra! Thanks for hosting!

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  9. Julia @ Vintage with LacesAugust 8, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    I love Betsy's repurposing ideas and makeovers. The other features are wonderful as well. Thank you for hosting the party, Debra!
    Hugs,
    Julia

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  10. Vintage Paint and more...August 8, 2013 at 11:48 AM

    Love the features - so much awesome talent... thanks for hosting....

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  11. Larissa ~ Prodigal PiecesAugust 8, 2013 at 11:53 AM

    That painting is awe-inspiring!! Thank you for hosting, Debra. :o)

    Larissa ~ Prodigal Pieces

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  12. Barbara @ 21 Rosemary LaneAugust 8, 2013 at 11:58 AM

    Love the colorful painting on the vintage truck...just beautiful! Thank you so much for hosting Debra, have a great weekend!!!
    XO Barbara

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  13. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonAugust 8, 2013 at 12:00 PM

    Hi Debra, I love salvaged treasures! Great features. I missed a few and will be back to do some pinning. Thanks for the painting. I love Carol's hubbies paintings!
    hugs,
    Jann

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  14. FABBY'S LIVINGAugust 8, 2013 at 12:06 PM

    Wow, many features here! Thank you for the party. Big hugs,
    FABBY

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  15. Angie @ Knick of TimeAugust 8, 2013 at 12:15 PM

    Betsy creates some of the most creative things! Great features and thanks for hosting Debra - I'm linked up!
    Blessings,
    Angie

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  16. Cristina GarayAugust 8, 2013 at 12:19 PM

    Thanks for having us, Debra! It's always fun to join in the party.

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  17. PoppyAugust 8, 2013 at 12:53 PM

    Thanks for hosting, Debra!

    Poppy

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  18. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinAugust 8, 2013 at 1:09 PM

    Thanks for hosting! Have a happy rest of the week. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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  19. Julie MarieAugust 8, 2013 at 1:25 PM

    Love all these features Debra!... just linked up, thanks for hosting!... xoxo Julie Marie

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  20. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresAugust 8, 2013 at 2:01 PM

    Thank you so much Debra for featuring all my savaged treasures. Carol's husband is a very talented artist indeed! That apple crumble is a real tease especially right before lunch. Thanks so much for hosting every week!!

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  21. SarahAugust 8, 2013 at 2:24 PM

    Inspiring features! I especially like the birdhouse idea. I'm going to copy that one!
    Thanks for hosting ~ Sarah

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  22. Brenda PruittAugust 8, 2013 at 3:19 PM

    You always have the best features! That Betsy "gets er' done. And when I see Art And Sand I feel like I'm looking inside a crayon box.
    Brenda

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  23. Ivy and ElephantsAugust 8, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    So many great features! Thanks so much for hosting.
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  24. Jeannie MarieAugust 8, 2013 at 4:06 PM


    You have really nice features! Love the office stuff!

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  25. Good Time CharlieAugust 8, 2013 at 4:18 PM

    I love all the color this week! Especially the adorable color filled farm home. I shared my Farm table turned rolling cart and a little layered paint French side table. I love your features here, they are always so gorgeous! Have a lovely weekend. -K

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  26. Faded CharmAugust 8, 2013 at 4:26 PM

    Just linked up some blooms in my bathroom. Thanks for always being such a gracious hostess:-)

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  27. Kadee WillowAugust 8, 2013 at 4:29 PM

    Bless your heart, Debra!! Just "the hostess with the mostest" gathering great ideas from other bloggers to showcase in your party! Just love that! So many ideas and always something for everyone. Thanks for everything!

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  28. Donna WilkesAugust 8, 2013 at 5:11 PM

    Who knew that gray could make you so happy? Love the posts tonight. Thank you for hosting.

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  29. Linda@Coastal CharmAugust 8, 2013 at 5:26 PM

    Debra,
    Happy to see that you featured Betsy...she always has so many neat ideas and she is one SWEET gal.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  30. Susan FreemanAugust 8, 2013 at 5:52 PM

    I am just catching up with all of your fabulous features and yes I AM inspired. Thanks so much for hosting Debra!!!

    Big Texas Hugs,
    Susan and Bentley

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  31. Christy JamesAugust 8, 2013 at 6:27 PM

    Thanks so much for providing a great place to share and be inspired! XO

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  32. Susan EvelynAndRoseAugust 8, 2013 at 6:29 PM

    Thanks for hosting Debra. I'm just drooling over Betsy's salvaged treasures!

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  33. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereAugust 8, 2013 at 7:00 PM

    Hi Debra, Thanks for hosting and sharing all this amazing inspiration.
    xx,
    Sherry

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  34. Madonna/aka/Ms Lemon of Make Mine LemonAugust 8, 2013 at 7:00 PM

    Thanks so much for hosting and letting me join in. The features are just remarkable this week. The painting in stunning.

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  35. Art and SandAugust 8, 2013 at 7:04 PM

    Thanks so much for including me (and Steve) in your features. I am honored to be teamed with some of my favorite people - Betsy, Suzan and Dru.

    Thanks too for hosting. I am working on my post right now, but popped in to see if the party was up.

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  36. AnonymousAugust 8, 2013 at 7:05 PM

    Love these features, Debra! Absolutely wonderful!

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  37. UnknownAugust 8, 2013 at 7:57 PM

    Gorgeous features!! Thank you so much for hosting. Have a wonderful weekend.
    Kathy

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  38. UnknownAugust 8, 2013 at 8:31 PM

    What wonderful features this week Debra. Thank you so much for hosting. Blessings to you, Patti

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  39. UnknownAugust 8, 2013 at 11:37 PM

    LOVE LOVE the bakers rack, and the industrial office organizers. And basically everything. haahaha! Thanks for hosting the party!

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  40. Jeanette@Creating a Life StudioAugust 9, 2013 at 12:56 AM

    Wonderful features this week, Debra! Thanks so much for hosting.

    Jeanette

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  41. farmhouse-storyAugust 9, 2013 at 5:46 AM

    love this week's features, debra:) isn't that truck painting amazing?! thanks for hosting, and have a great weekend!!

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  42. Paula@SweetPeaAugust 9, 2013 at 6:04 AM

    Thanks so much for hosting!

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  43. must love junkAugust 9, 2013 at 6:16 AM

    Fabulous features! I always love seeing Betsy's 'creations'! Thanks for hosting :)
    Susan

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  44. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmAugust 9, 2013 at 7:41 AM

    Lovely features...Betsy really does have the "gift" of upcycling doesn't she?? Thank for hosting! Laurel

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  45. AnonymousAugust 9, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    Thanks for hosting and many thanks for featuring my appl crumble recipe. I am so honored and thrilled!
    Have a nice weekend!!
    xo,
    Anjana.

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  46. Stan and Jody GabaraAugust 9, 2013 at 10:15 AM

    Debra, Thanks so much for hosting every week. Love coming to your fun parties. I'm always inspired by everyone's creativity!
    Happy Friday!

    Hugs,
    Jody

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  47. Something Nice and PrettyAugust 9, 2013 at 8:15 PM

    Thanks for stopping by Debra, loved having you! Loved all your features, I've been really lazy this summer with posting so I'm hoping with the grands going back to school in two weeks I'll find more time. It's been a busy but fun summer.

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  48. SImple and Serene LivingAugust 10, 2013 at 9:42 AM

    Thanks for hosting another wonderful party, Debra. xo Laura

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  49. Leslie HarrisAugust 10, 2013 at 1:26 PM

    Hi Debra, I'm just linking up now --a bit late- and I see I'm in some wonderful company. I'm so glad you featured Carol's house. Isn't her husband's art amazing? And I always love seeing Suzan's projects. Patrick just turned 21 years old and I'm still a bit in denial but I linked up his birthday dinner. I hope you get a kick out of it.
    wishing you a great weekend,
    hugs,
    Leslie

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  50. Lynn FernAugust 10, 2013 at 6:15 PM

    Great...great features!! Thank you for hosting such a wonderful party!

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