old faithfuls...

Thursday, September 22, 2011

http://www.theshabbycreekcottage.com/

while i wish i had a disposable income, free to spend as much as i would like to decorate my home for every holiday (i'm a firm believer that even "talk like a pirate day" deserves a decoration on my mantel!), with the economy the way it is, and with me only working part-time so i can be a full-time momma, i have to be a bit more creative about my decor.
so.
i've started collecting some stuff that I consider my "old faithfuls."
i'd like you to meet my two favorite old faithfuls. i've found these at various thrifty stores and am in love with them.so. much. i mean, in reality, they're just cupcake stands.

don't be deceived by their dainty appearance...
but i use them for holiday specimen jars. at the risk of sounding cheesy-they're meant to capture the essence of the holiday! for example,  for st. patty's day, they captured a wandering gnome or leprechaun. (see below)

i almost feel sorry for this little guy, trapped in a glass.
 at a yardsale the other day i found this guy for $1
pure, innocent little pumpkin jar
and he reminded me of my little cupcake stands. which got me to thinking. i remembered i had a trifle bowl from pampered chef (the kind with the removable base)...
whatever could come of this combination?
and then magically, this happened:
it's almost as if it were meant to be...
voila...a pumpkin cupcake stand/specimen jar.

for my pre-halloween decor (i always bring out some pumpkins, mums, etc before the end of August),  i've decided to bring out the old faithfuls again. this time, they've captured some pumpkins which they're proudly displaying, in all their glory.

 


here they are:


it still makes me giggle to think that a pumpkin is displaying a pumpkin. teehee

ultimately, it's a quick (and thrifty) way to decorate! not to mention, it's pretty rad looking, too.

so.
that's one of the ways i'm able to cut back on my decorating budget. what about you?
how are you all able to stay thrifty and cute?


places i'm linked to:

http://www.theshabbycreekcottage.com/

17 comments:

Karen- The Graphics Fairy said...
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rebekahdawn said...

Very pretty! I wish I could find some cupcake stands at thrift stores/garage sales.
I'm in love with them. ;)

Christina said...

This is a fantastic - and yes, super simple and quick! - way to decorate for fall! I've actually done a few similar displays myself this year using apothecary jars, moss, and gourds. All things I too already had.

Your little cupcake stands are adorable, and I love the pumpkin jar is amazing - so wish I could find this kind of stuff too for such deals!!!

Great work!

Take care,
Christina
designingbynumbers.blogspot.com

Trish said...

Storage is a big issue with me so I love to see ideas that use the same pieces with a totally different look. Great job! I'd love for you to share with my readers if you get a chance. Thanks! http://www.momontimeout.com/2011/11/taking-timeout-thursday-link-party-no-3.html
-Trish @ Mom On Timeout

Ashley said...

simple and pretty, just how i like it

Stephen @ Soy of the North said...

Simple but really effective. I like this idea :-)

SusieQTpies said...

These look awesome! I'd love it if you would stop over and link these up in my Holiday Tips, Crafts and Recipes Link up! I'm just getting it going.

http://cafescrapper-scrapsoflife.blogspot.com/2011/11/crock-pot-pizza-soup.html

Thanks, Susie

Jackie said...

beautiful! FYI: dollar tree has some fab jars you can do those with and you can do your own stand w/dishes they also have for $1 - I did the same thing! I love yours!

www.inspired-by-scrapping.blogspot.com
jackie

The Answer Is Chocolate said...

Perfect! What a great transition and way to get use out of what you have.

Good Girl Gone Green said...

Beautiful. Great idea.

Jill said...

Oh I love the idea of holiday specimen jars! Cute pumpkin jar you found!

Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
Hope you have a great week!
Jill @ Creating my way to Success
http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

Ashley said...

thanks for linkin with Tell Me Tuesday!!
xo
ash

Maggie said...

very pretty. would luv our readers to see this project at
http://www.passionatelyartistic.com/2011/11/thanksgiving-showcase-tutorial-with.html
Maggie
http://passionatelyartistic.com

Meg said...

I have that same glass pumpkin! I love it, I found it at Good Will for $5, so you scored a better deal than me! It's great to use what you have, this looks perfect for fall decor. Great job!

Danielle said...

Pinned these for a thanksgiving roundup I will be doing next week:>

Lindsay said...

I really like this! So simple & yet you can add much detail to the inside! Very cute! Thanks for linking up @ Show & Share, I appreciate the support!

Jami said...

Love the stands and the little gnome! Thanks for sharing your great project at the Tuesday To Do Party!

Smiles!
Jami
www.blackberryvine.blogspot.com

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