Friday, November 15, 2013

Crates and a Plate Christmas Tree...obsessed...



Chipping with Charm: Crate and Plate Christmas Tree...http://www.chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

OK friends, I'm just going to go ahead and say it early on...I am OBSESSED with salvaged and re-purposed tree ideas this year!!

I've already shared a couple...

Chipping with Charm: Photo Holder Christmas Tree...http://www.chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/


Chipping with Charm: Glass Insulator Christmas Tree...http://www.chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

And next there were the INSULATOR TREES.

Chipping with Charm: Crates and a Plate Christmas Tree...http://www.chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

Now I want to show you my crate tree.

I fell in LOVE with the crate tree that Laura from Finding Home made last year.  That's where my inspiration came from.  
See her original version (among other great handmade gift ideas)...
Thanks Laura!!


Chipping with Charm: Crates and a Plate Christmas Tree...http://www.chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

For mine I started with a yardstick.

Chipping with Charm: Crates and a Plate Christmas Tree...http://www.chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

Then I used small screws to add some crates I already had in my stash.  I also added a license plate for fun too.

Chipping with Charm: Crates and a Plate Christmas Tree...http://www.chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

The yardstick was the perfect length...even a little extra for a "trunk" at the bottom :)

Chipping with Charm: Crates and a Plate Christmas Tree...http://www.chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

The finishing touch is a star ornament I bought at an occasional sale last Christmas.

Chipping with Charm: Crates and a Plate Christmas Tree...http://www.chippingwithcharm.blogspot.com/

And now is hangs nicely in my partly decorated "sitting room".

Are you "obsessed" with unique tree ideas too??
 
If so, check out my Pinterest board...
...for more FUN re-purposed, salvaged and just plain clever tree ideas.

 
 
Junkers United for Christmas Link Party




 

Until next time,
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15 comments:

  1. Angie @ Knick of TimeNovember 15, 2013 at 10:01 PM

    That is too cute, Laurel! I love all the typography on the sides of those crates!

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  2. UnknownNovember 15, 2013 at 10:09 PM

    Loving the tree! Tiff

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  3. HomeroadNovember 16, 2013 at 6:20 AM

    Beautiful trees Laurel... you always make fantastic repurposing projects!

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  4. BlissNovember 16, 2013 at 11:50 AM

    Cute but inquiring minds need to know what you did with the rest of the crate!

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  5. Leena Milligan LanteigneNovember 16, 2013 at 2:09 PM

    I love this! so rustic and charming - I think I'd leave it hanging year 'round! Fantastic! I've been thinking of making one from wood scraps - guess I'd better go dig through my pile! Hugs, Leena

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  6. Patty SumnerNovember 16, 2013 at 5:37 PM

    I wasn't but now I am!!!! Love your new creation.... going straight over to your board.....Thanks...I will be obsessed the rest of the evening....:) Blessings!

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  7. Finding HomeNovember 16, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    Oh my how I love yours - and you added a yardstick to boot! And the star - love, love , love! Great job!

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  8. Create Beauty with LaurajoNovember 17, 2013 at 7:22 PM

    I'm obsessed with your trees! Love the rustic wood and metal, and the typography is gorgeous. Love it, Laurel!! You did good :)

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  9. Christine at Little BragsNovember 17, 2013 at 8:03 PM

    where oh where do you come up with all those fabulous ideas all the time...I am so impressed!!!!l

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  10. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresNovember 19, 2013 at 9:34 AM

    I'm obsessed too! I love this...I think I need to follow you around when you shop for junk.

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  11. fiona andersonNovember 19, 2013 at 5:28 PM

    That's really cute, I love it, and now I know what to do with the vegetable crates I've been saving from work, so thank you !

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  12. Linda@Coastal CharmNovember 19, 2013 at 10:32 PM

    Laurel,
    Sooooo darn cute...luv the yardstick and star that you used. Thanks for sharing at my party. I am hoping to make some DIY trees next week...wish me luck:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  13. Ivy and ElephantsNovember 20, 2013 at 5:55 PM

    Love your unique tree ideas! So cute and VERY creative!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  14. aliceNovember 23, 2013 at 7:57 AM

    Laurel,
    I love love love your " new" crate tree! That wreath is adorable. Such clever ideas lady !
    Smiles, Alice

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  15. AliciaNovember 29, 2013 at 1:49 PM

    ME ENCANTAN ESAS TABLAS!!SALUDITOS

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