Sunday, August 7, 2011

Meat Fork Plant Stakes???


Call me crazy...


...but these old meat forks went from steaks to stakes ;)


What can I say, they charmed me with their chippy handles.


I bought these little wooden tags at Micheal's...used a little bitty hand drill to make holes.  Sprayed them gray and then wiped them with white...then sanded them down.  A little "fussy" but I like the look.  Then I added the stamped sayings...also from Micheal's for .49 cents each...good deal huh?


Then I added a few junky embellishments and tied them on with twine.  I think this one is my favorite with that little number on there.




Are they charming you yet?


And I'll just be honest and tell you...I had to run up to the store to get a plant to photograph it in.  It looks a little sad doesn't it?  We'll see if I can "revive" it...doubtful...plants don't live long here.

So what do you think?  Should we add this to the "What is she thinking???" file with the EGG YOLK SEPARATOR FLOWERS and the SHOE STRETCHER FLOWERS?  Or maybe a closer resemblance to the TABLE FORK and FAUCET HANDLE FLOWERS.  There seems to be a "theme" here...

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30 comments:

  1. stefanieAugust 7, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    sooooo cute!!!!

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  2. The Polka Dot ClosetAugust 7, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    This is really a cute idea, I would have to run to the store for a plant too!

    Carol

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  3. Old Time CindyAugust 7, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Cute and creative!

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  4. JacquelineAugust 7, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    These are adorable!!!

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  5. GARAGE SALE GALAugust 7, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    NICE!!! They are perfect~who knew!?
    Maybe you will hear me screaming tomorrow when I'm on the roller coaster! LOL!!
    Warmly,
    deb

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  6. Tricia @ Vintage No. 35August 7, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    Those are fantastic!

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  7. Nicole@Thrifty DecoratingAugust 8, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    Those are just lovely!! I'm putting it on my FB page! :)

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  8. Fran.August 8, 2011 at 10:53 AM

    Laurel these are so cute and clever!! XO Fran.

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  9. CindyAugust 8, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    You are brilliant!!! I love it, I might have to make one for myself!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  10. foreverdecoratingAugust 8, 2011 at 3:56 PM

    I'm in love, again. These are such great ideas.

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  11. JillAugust 8, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    Super awesome!!!! I've been wanting to make cutlery herb markers for a while, but I think these might be cuter!

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  12. Alice HAugust 9, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    Oh, Laurel...it must run in the genes. I love your ideas...in fact, those "what was she thinking ones..." are some of my favorites! I used some old silverplated forks for an ivy plant that needed some girding. The plating had worn off and I was keeping the utensils for sentimental reasons. Looks really cute. Your Uncle Tom said. "Why is there a fork in this plant?"

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  13. Kim 'The Hillbilly'August 9, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    I love them!!! I actually picke up some egg seperators at the flea market thanks to your inspiration... I had a ironstone pitcher needing some color!

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  14. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesAugust 9, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    Yes, you are charming me! Such a fun re-use project...love the tags!

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  15. www.designgivesback.comAugust 9, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Very cute, I love the tags! Thanks for sharing! We hope you will consider helping kids with cancer by linking into the Miracle Makeover party this coming week
    at http://www.designgivesback.com. Together we can change things! We appreciate you.

    Love,
    Sherry, DGB Team

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  16. JaneAugust 9, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Hi Laurel,
    I love this project!! Who knew meat stakes could look so good....well, you did of course!!
    I love your Up/Down light in the previous post too!
    You always have great ideas.
    Jane

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  17. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonAugust 9, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    Hoped over from Very Merry Vintage Style. So cute! I love all of your added charms. What can I say, They are ever so charming!

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  18. Bunny JeanAugust 10, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    I'm liking a lot of thing I saw on your blog. You are quite creative for sure.

    I host a party on Wednesdays that is a showcase for bloggers with less than 500 followers.... and I would like to invite you! (the linky is open now)

    xoxo BunnyJean @ BunnyJean's Decor and More!
    www.BunnyJeansDecorAndMore.blogspot.com

    I am # 141 in the Met Monday party.

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  19. d e l i g h tAugust 10, 2011 at 5:50 AM

    Visiting from Very Merry. I think your tags are awesome and the gray look makes them almost look galvanized. I think I need the "delight" one!

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  20. MarianneAugust 10, 2011 at 7:42 AM

    I just found you on Bunny Jeans....these meat fork tags are just adorable...I love them. I'm now your newest follower!
    Marianne :)

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  21. WhyCuzICanAugust 10, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    Such a good eye for trash to treasure-- LOVE this idea! May I borrow it sometime? I see folks like this all the time at Thriftys

    Visiting from Bunny Jean's Linky Party (Bunny Hop)

    ~Suzanne in IL

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  22. Sofie VAugust 11, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Hi,

    What a great idea!

    I've seen you on the Delightful Order link party!

    Greetings Sofieke
    http://knutselen-met-sofieke.blogspot.com

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  23. UnknownAugust 11, 2011 at 5:11 PM

    I think it is an adorable idea and a great conversation piece.

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  24. Bunny JeanAugust 11, 2011 at 9:57 PM

    I came back to say thanks for coming to my Bunny Hop party.

    I also became a follower... I thought I did that the first day.

    xoxo BunnyJean @ BunnyJean's Decor and More!
    www.BunnyJeansDecorAndMore.blogspot.com

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  25. KathyAugust 12, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Now this is just too cool! Love it - your newest follower!
    Kathy

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  26. WhisperWood CottageAugust 12, 2011 at 9:55 PM

    Practical to pretty is definitely you! I admire your style, Laurel! It truly is authentic!! I always want to see what you will create next. I find your creativity so inspiring.

    Amy

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  27. BohemianAugust 14, 2011 at 2:31 AM

    You are so creative... I Love this idea!!!

    Dawn... The Bohemian

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  28. very merry vintage styleAugust 15, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    Very nice! Love the finish and the details. Thanks for linking to Share the Love Wednesday!
    Mary

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  29. MariaelenaAugust 24, 2011 at 5:24 AM

    good morning...just found your blog and I'm so enjoying scrolling through all of your "stuff"....It's great and you are so creative....so glad to meet you...now following along and look forward to coming back often....pls come on over for a visit....look back on my older posts...I think you'll like it...Happy Wednesday, Mariaelena

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