Thursday, March 24, 2011

Combo revealed

This Saturday was a "free" Saturday. That means there is NOTHING on the calendar. No work, no traveling, no quests, nothing! That allowed me some time to work on the yard.

My last post I mentioned a strange combo idea...well I did it ! Using the two pictures from the last post, I decided to take my crafting outdoors. And like most projects I am going for cheap$$.

Well, that was easy this time. Our large carport has three workbenches. And when we moved in we inherited this stack of wood.

Starting to look familiar????
Well, I nailed them together quickly, took out the same yellow paint as our livingroom, painted a more suitable phrase and VOILA!

It serves not only as art but as storage space. I put in some nails for my most used tools.
Bringing some life to our dreaded carport, I decided to extend it a little further and use an already there workbench. Using the same paint, I quickly painted the bench.



Looks better than before, though there is more work to be done, and the best part was....it was FREE!!! Just in time for spring planting, too.


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  1. RoxaneMarch 24, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    I like it! Very inspiring.

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  2. WhisperWood CottageMarch 24, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    A perfect workspace! I love that you used what you had on hand. That's how the best solutions are created!! Thanks so much for linking up to the Workspace Showcase at WWC!

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  3. PamelaMarch 26, 2011 at 8:45 AM

    I love finding old lumber to build stuff with. Score~

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  4. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMarch 26, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    Really charming~ it turned out great!! Stopping by from SNS :)

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  5. Becky@Beyond The Picket FenceMarch 26, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    I love it! I bet it makes you smile every time you see it!

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  6. Amy Gilman and Emily Lee (Sisters of the Wild West)March 26, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    very cool and rustic. Love the font you used on this.
    Amy
    @SistersoftheWildWest.blogspot.com

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  7. Danylle McLainMarch 27, 2011 at 12:16 AM

    What a great idea! Love it! Your blog is super cute. I am your latest follower. Looking forward to more.
    ~Danylle

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  8. Kristol FaucheuxMarch 27, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    this actually inspires me to finish my little boys' growth chart. thank you.

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  9. JenniferMarch 27, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    Great! I really wish I had a space devoted to JUST gardening...instead it is all jammed in with tools and toys, lol!

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  10. MeganMarch 27, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    this looks just great. I love the yellow...so pretty.

    megan
    craftycpa.blogspot.com

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  11. Pam - @diy Design FanaticMarch 27, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    Your work area looks great! Love the sign!

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  12. JuliannaMarch 28, 2011 at 5:30 AM

    Very nice! I'd love for you to link up at Inspire Me Mondays @ Singing Three Little Birds!
    http://singingthreelittlebirds.blogspot.com/2011/03/inspire-me-monday_28.html

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  13. Silver DaisiesMarch 28, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    Love it! It's so cute, and yet functional! What a great idea! Thanks for sharing.
    lillianpearl.blogspot.com

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  14. Trisha @ The Sweet SurvivalMarch 28, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    I love it! So rustic and pretty!

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  15. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastalApril 15, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Free weathered wood! How fantastic. Love the sign and it offers storage too!

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  16. gail@My Repurposed LifeApril 21, 2011 at 7:52 PM

    awww, very cool! and practical!
    gail

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  17. Screaming SardineApril 21, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    I really like it! Adds personality to a usually drab place. :)

    You're more than welcome to link this up to my party: http://sunburntcowhandmadeshop.blogspot.com/2011/04/sunburnt-cow-link-party-6.html

    Cheers,
    Tracy All Thumbs Crafts

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  18. AnonymousApril 21, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    So creative! I just love it!
    Jenn

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  19. TammyApril 23, 2011 at 9:30 AM

    Free is great and most times it is more of a creative space when done then if you bought tons of new items..
    tammy

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  20. PCApril 23, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    Love it...simple woods, simple paint, simple art = WOW ... without $$, you deserve WOW WOW WOW!... definitely your new follower..Love PC, Malaysia.

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  21. KateApril 25, 2011 at 11:32 PM

    I featured you in my Flaunt it Friday features! Stop by and grab an "I was featured" button if you'd like. Thanks for linking up! :)

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  22. DebbiedoosApril 27, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    That is so very cool! I see you are new to blogging. Every Monday I host a newbie party and hope you can make it next time.

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  23. AmyHApril 27, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Wish I had a garden to put this in! Thanks for auditioning for American Crafter- good luck:)

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  24. Tammy @ Type AApril 28, 2011 at 7:31 PM

    love this!!!! would you consider doing a guest post for me? thanks for sharing this at my party!

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  25. Yanet @ 3 Sun Kissed BoysApril 29, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    Love it! So cute. Maybe if I make a sign like this, I can actually GROW a garden. :)

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  26. Rachael@Lovely Crafty HomeApril 29, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Looks awesome!! Thanks for linking up :)

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  27. AnonymousApril 30, 2011 at 8:23 AM

    What a great idea. I might have grabbed some inspiration from you for my Saturday afternoon. Thanks for sharing.

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  28. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmApril 30, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    SUPER love :) Laurel@chippingwithcharm

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  29. Simply BungalowApril 30, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    So sweet. What wonderful creation.
    ~Heidi

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  30. Heaven's WalkApril 30, 2011 at 9:44 PM

    Brilliant idea! And cute, too! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  31. Kristi @ Addicted 2 DecoratingMay 1, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    It's amazing what you can do with what you already have! This looks great.

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  32. {northern cottage}May 2, 2011 at 8:25 AM

    love this...the font and size and color and rustic nature is wonderful!

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  33. JanieceMay 7, 2011 at 1:15 AM

    Very cute.

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  34. Jess @ Frugal with a FlourishMay 7, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    Love this!!! I had to share on my FB page!

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  35. RoeshelMay 16, 2011 at 5:01 PM

    Great job! I love reclaimed wood! Thanks so much for sharing your creativity in the DIY Project Parade! ;)

    Roeshel

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  36. AnnaMay 17, 2011 at 12:22 AM

    What an easy and cute idea. Thanks for linking it up to Weekend Warrior!

    Anna
    www.askannamoseley.com

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  37. Jenni R.May 21, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    Hi! I really like your sign and work bench--way to be resourceful! Fun to find your blog today and see you live in Waco. We are overseas now, but lived in Waco for 12 years. Nice to see "home" again!

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  38. reFresh reStyleMarch 4, 2012 at 3:08 PM

    Awesome sign, love it!
    Debbie

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