tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post1975189087971536876..comments2024-03-28T17:53:34.935-04:00Comments on Exquisitely Unremarkable : My Dirty Little Crafting SecretKim http://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comBlogger78125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-38212144829582824282016-02-16T18:40:29.138-05:002016-02-16T18:40:29.138-05:00That sounds like a lovely repurpose, Nancy. I hope...That sounds like a lovely repurpose, Nancy. I hope you show us the new craft made out of your old supplies when you tackle it! The words vintage buttons and crocheted lace have peaked my curiosity! Hugs!! :) Kim https://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-88856414848935541992016-02-16T18:24:31.397-05:002016-02-16T18:24:31.397-05:00I say go for it, Stacey! I can't wait to see w...I say go for it, Stacey! I can't wait to see what you create! :)Kim https://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-27965658413647231382016-02-16T18:11:48.105-05:002016-02-16T18:11:48.105-05:00I really should give more away, Laura. Poor sweet ...I really should give more away, Laura. Poor sweet little crafts would at least stay intact! ;) Thanks for the visit!Kim https://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-37232933440412179632016-02-16T18:11:08.588-05:002016-02-16T18:11:08.588-05:00Agreed, Vel! :) Agreed, Vel! :) Kim https://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-22051561161759969402016-02-16T18:10:47.129-05:002016-02-16T18:10:47.129-05:00Some days, Susan! Other days, I see something pret...Some days, Susan! Other days, I see something pretty at Micheal's and that plan's out the window! ;) Kim https://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-59245245144441382132016-02-16T18:10:10.667-05:002016-02-16T18:10:10.667-05:00Thanks Linda. It’s my therapy! :) Thanks Linda. It’s my therapy! :) Kim https://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-5996857348114801592016-02-16T18:08:12.203-05:002016-02-16T18:08:12.203-05:00Yes, that is the fun of it for me, too, Kristi! I ...Yes, that is the fun of it for me, too, Kristi! I like a design challenge!Kim https://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-8693824091180912722016-02-16T18:07:37.065-05:002016-02-16T18:07:37.065-05:00Ha! Yes, I can see how that would be a fabulous mo...Ha! Yes, I can see how that would be a fabulous motivator, Kirby! ;) Thanks for the visit! Kim https://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-88044876979571157012016-02-16T18:05:18.410-05:002016-02-16T18:05:18.410-05:00Oh I love those pretty nail patterns, too, Lynn. T...Oh I love those pretty nail patterns, too, Lynn. Thanks! I haven't done them in a while. I should put some new pretties on. They're a DIY in themselves! ;) <br />Kim https://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-50319871057776459662016-02-16T18:03:27.123-05:002016-02-16T18:03:27.123-05:00I have seen your projects and you don’t give yours...I have seen your projects and you don’t give yourself enough credit! I say craft away!! :)Kim https://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-31791377318527007342016-02-16T15:44:07.887-05:002016-02-16T15:44:07.887-05:00I love your craft projects and think it is awesome...I love your craft projects and think it is awesome that you keep some and reuse some! Since most of my craft projects are epic failures, they crawl down the street to the local Goodwill...in search of a new home...to spend time in more capable hands than mine! Hope your week is off to a great start! Hugs!Benitahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02712521705008463049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-43416247901770935532016-02-16T09:37:29.502-05:002016-02-16T09:37:29.502-05:00I need to learn to do more recycling! I have trul...I need to learn to do more recycling! I have truly run out of space! They say you can't teach an old do new tricks, but maybe! Love your fingernails! So cute! Have a great week, Lynnquakerhillfarmhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05871858957570687804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-36066849592009936982016-02-16T06:40:18.926-05:002016-02-16T06:40:18.926-05:00I do the same thing. After moving to this small, m...I do the same thing. After moving to this small, mice-infested cottage, I find that keeping lots of supplies just encourages the little suckers to make more nests and have more babies. So if I can tear something apart and use the raw materials again, I will.Kirby Carespodihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01950841302720270756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-69789735493380170262016-02-16T01:51:40.797-05:002016-02-16T01:51:40.797-05:00I am a craft recycler too. Not only does it save m...I am a craft recycler too. Not only does it save money but the bigger thrill for me is the challenge to come up with a new idea/project. Chatfield Courthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08708231701455917120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-10899919187471279242016-02-15T23:07:09.437-05:002016-02-15T23:07:09.437-05:00Love your little secret. It makes perfect sense. ...Love your little secret. It makes perfect sense. I used to craft all the time years ago. Now, I craft a little here and there. Your kitchen banner is so sweet. Thanks for stopping by Kim. Have a great week.Linda @ Life and Lindahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00210490476537882296noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-46596824679544421832016-02-15T15:26:27.187-05:002016-02-15T15:26:27.187-05:00Love this post, Kim. I've been known to pull ...Love this post, Kim. I've been known to pull all the flowers off a wreath and recycle but you have the whole re-use thing down to a science. Good job!susanhttp://simplecozyliving.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-11587432751834932162016-02-15T12:00:01.828-05:002016-02-15T12:00:01.828-05:00I do that too! LOL! It's both practical and so...I do that too! LOL! It's both practical and sometimes, challenging to do so, but more fun!Vel Cristehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07296838254480885046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-4029707177661608532016-02-15T08:59:48.962-05:002016-02-15T08:59:48.962-05:00I too am a craft recycler. I also happily give my ...I too am a craft recycler. I also happily give my crafts away. I adore your sweet kitchen banner. So inspiring!Decor To Adorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04359245078617786198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-31014513719849100802016-02-14T19:58:35.267-05:002016-02-14T19:58:35.267-05:00The only crafts I generally do would be wreaths. Y...The only crafts I generally do would be wreaths. Yes, I definitely do cannibalize those! Why not? I don't want to hang the same exact wreath year after year so a little ripping and tearing is in order.<br /><br />This year I've been so inspired by all the handmade Valentine's cards and gifts. I really want to try to get my craft on soon. :)Staceyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05728612514516285320noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-69989737859006056592016-02-14T18:17:59.191-05:002016-02-14T18:17:59.191-05:00Oh yes, I sacrifice my old crafts to make new. It ...Oh yes, I sacrifice my old crafts to make new. It keeps things interesting. In fact, I have a heart pillow in our bedroom that I've been eyeing. I made it a couple of years ago and now want to take it apart to reuse the vintage buttons and crocheted lace on something else. I love your red hydrangea wreath and totally understand not changing that! Hugs, NancyA Joyful Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08604235087317891071noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-87997159231861533692016-02-14T10:53:14.898-05:002016-02-14T10:53:14.898-05:00Thank you for your kind words, Maureen. I am glad ...Thank you for your kind words, Maureen. I am glad that you find inspiration here. It makes me smile! You sound like a very crafty girl and quite the upcycler, too! Lots in common! I have seen pins about the fabric in the file cabinet. That sounds like a great idea! I'll have to add it to the list! Kim https://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-84102022232055615842016-02-14T10:50:28.636-05:002016-02-14T10:50:28.636-05:00Oh, what a lovely way to look at it, Amalia! I'...Oh, what a lovely way to look at it, Amalia! I'll take it, thanks! ;) Kim https://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-87597397841372883272016-02-14T10:49:34.796-05:002016-02-14T10:49:34.796-05:00I agree totally, Audra! I’m not sure if I would be...I agree totally, Audra! I’m not sure if I would be anymore creative on a huge budget, I think a lot of my inspiration comes from what I have on hand. Thanks for weighing in! :) Kim https://www.blogger.com/profile/15445291034631735026noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-6060014191068703452016-02-14T10:10:43.706-05:002016-02-14T10:10:43.706-05:00I love that you said, "cannibalize their part...I love that you said, "cannibalize their parts," too funny! I think frugal and resourceful are at the heart of crafting, just makes us that much more creative! Audra @ Renewed Projectshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16717438947784210439noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7072740790042271296.post-59218273732109682692016-02-14T06:50:59.026-05:002016-02-14T06:50:59.026-05:00Hi Kim, I also recycle my crafts and to cut the ex...Hi Kim, I also recycle my crafts and to cut the expense of supplies, cause yes I am a craft addict, I look for items at garage sales and thrift stores. I got a huge wreath this year at a community garage sale that was ending at 2. I came in at 1:30 and scoured the tables first. I came back to the wreath at the end cause it was so large to carry. The owner was packing up and she said you can just have that. Well it was sad with a few sunflowers poked into the base. I took it home and removed them. Then at Xmas I refashioned it with faux pine branches and cones and it looked awesome! I have been collecting furniture, small china cabinets and other pieces and painting with chalk paint to store my fabric and in the bottom paint supplies etc. I am into making my sewing/craft area look nicer. I had a large sewing room before about 12 X 16 and downsized to another house and my sewing area is in the basement. I looked for ways to make it nicer cause it was so dismal. I recently bought a tall filing cabinet to store fabric in, wrapping it around cardboard to make it stand up and you can still see the fabric without searching through a box. Darn Pinterest has given me umpteen ideas!! I also repainted a canvas that I was tired of the print and it did not work in this house, why buy a new one and likewise I purchased vinyl lettering to put on it for Christmas. I was moving it the other day and thought I have to look for new lettering for that and re-use it. I drive my husband nuts with the way I change things around and now I kind of rotate with the seasons, and instead of buying new I just recycle or add some fresh touches. I love seeing what you are doing, you inspire me all the time!<br />Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09460419495973674319noreply@blogger.com