tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-62481565101342407322024-02-19T07:02:27.599-08:00August VintageAugust Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.comBlogger200125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-34839113547459454242010-08-04T17:41:00.000-07:002010-08-04T18:25:22.609-07:00DI-Wednesday: Upcycled Outdoor Table<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://img4.sunset.com/i/2010/06/garden-table-0610-l.jpg?400:400"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 400px; height: 400px;" src="http://img4.sunset.com/i/2010/06/garden-table-0610-l.jpg?400:400" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>I love this simple upcycled <a href="http://www.sunset.com/home/weekend-projects/salvage-makeover-decorating-projects-00400000043264/page7.html">outdoor table</a> from Sunset--not only is it recycled, it doesn't use any difficult techniques or unusual items--just a few screws and you're done!</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-54387443977646036422010-08-03T19:40:00.000-07:002010-08-03T19:43:54.601-07:00Tasty Tuesday: Avocado Toast<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/uimages/kitchen/2010_08_02-AvocadoToast2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 540px; height: 371px;" src="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/uimages/kitchen/2010_08_02-AvocadoToast2.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>I'm shocked I've never tried this deliciously simple recipe: <a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/ingredients-vegetables/avocado-toast-simply-the-best-breakfast-ever-123515">avocado toast</a>. This is discussed as a breakfast food, but I have a feeling this would be delicious anytime. Enjoy!</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-77321791134542089862010-08-02T18:05:00.000-07:002010-08-02T18:09:11.259-07:00Monday Inspiration: Modern Loft<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.designspongeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/aunandsulyn.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 475px; height: 699px;" src="http://www.designspongeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/aunandsulyn.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>Sure, I may never have floor-to-ceiling windows or a <a href="http://www.designspongeonline.com/2010/08/sneak-peek-best-of-book-storage.html/aunandsulyn">mod industrial loft</a>, but that doesn't mean I can't be inspired by one! The chandelier is a perfect compliment to the muted colors of the floor, the raw wood, and furniture.</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-25250028923336609352010-07-29T17:38:00.000-07:002010-07-29T17:43:42.343-07:00Fixing Frugal Furniture Finds<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.designspongeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/284-AUK177a1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 500px; height: 461px;" src="http://www.designspongeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/07/284-AUK177a1.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><br /><div>Ever the frugalista, I'm always on the lookout for helpful tips on feeding my money-conserving instincts. This <a href="http://www.designspongeonline.com/2010/07/before-and-after-basics-stripping-furniture.html">blog post</a> on stripping furniture is a great way to renew an existing resource (vintage furniture) and expose the diamonds in the rough you can find at your local thrift stores.</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-11367003125175871592010-07-28T17:56:00.000-07:002010-07-28T18:28:43.729-07:00DI-Wednesday: Storage Cubes<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://s3.amazonaws.com/atimg/1631208/cube13_rect540.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 475px; height: 540px;" src="http://s3.amazonaws.com/atimg/1631208/cube13_rect540.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>This is a great DIY for creating <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/sf/how-to/how-to-make-an-oilcloth-storage-cube-122837">stylish storage</a> (that's also sturdy!). You're only limited by the choices of oil cloth.</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-4191356185368706472010-07-27T17:57:00.000-07:002010-07-27T17:57:44.595-07:00Tasty Tuesday: Roasted Corn<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://s3.amazonaws.com/atimg/639955/2009_08_11-elote3_rect540.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 540px; height: 405px;" src="http://s3.amazonaws.com/atimg/639955/2009_08_11-elote3_rect540.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>Just in time for a barbecue this weekend, here's a great recipe for <a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/street-fair-food-week/how-to-make-elote-at-home-street-fair-food-week-092592">roasted corn</a>. Enjoy!</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-25990137848110711092010-07-26T17:50:00.000-07:002010-07-26T18:01:27.420-07:00Monday Inspiration: Ikea Kitchens<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://s3.amazonaws.com/atimg/1235465/01ikeakitchen_rect540.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 540px; height: 450px;" src="http://s3.amazonaws.com/atimg/1235465/01ikeakitchen_rect540.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>It's time to start (seriously) thinking about a kitchen remodel--but, spending money always pains me. I'm thinking that Ikea might be the solution--nice cabinets at affordable prices...assembly required of course. Here's a great collection of <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/chicago/kitchen/10-reallife-ikea-kitchens-111043">real-life Ikea kitchens</a> for inspiration.</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-41978929273472783532010-07-23T18:56:00.000-07:002010-07-23T18:58:54.328-07:00Friday Finds: In the Kitchen with Rue<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR8SMFRVjqcnJ0luc3RR2yPvpeydEzOUyQsoaABxSe4Dz6kSVI6RWL3XBuxtVmqDKCg0_cMgDtXxc-fJ7iUFUOfSf6CyVGl5T6C-4MCwkvalrdtdwOKM8Z2NH3hw8xL3NqLdTMLcWeREM/s1600/treasury.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 314px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR8SMFRVjqcnJ0luc3RR2yPvpeydEzOUyQsoaABxSe4Dz6kSVI6RWL3XBuxtVmqDKCg0_cMgDtXxc-fJ7iUFUOfSf6CyVGl5T6C-4MCwkvalrdtdwOKM8Z2NH3hw8xL3NqLdTMLcWeREM/s320/treasury.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5497285900006546450" /></a>Check out this great <a href="http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4c461a2b3f476d91e8b27128/in-the-kitchen-with-rue">treasury</a> from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/crownofrue">Crown of Rue</a>, including salad tongs from yours truly!August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-33496196533094254772010-07-21T18:04:00.000-07:002010-07-21T18:10:58.307-07:00DI-Wednesday: Ikea Table Hack<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVaJqkVag-9sfLG_Wu2lHuH8r-bIoOAVXbvF59ezXvuRrRGohX0xFSmTHFuYOWuRWMKxMvE4DfTH3ORfcsqnyySiWcp_oIjLId8aw3pp2hROMi0NX-HvEMsK6n7REjpgvHO59cc3K8vHPS/s400/rundle-side+table-08-788384.JPG" /></div><div><br /></div>I love a good hack, and <a href="http://ikeahacker.blogspot.com/2010/07/midcentury-modern-expedit-side-table.html">this one</a> is great! This mod nightstand/side table was assembled with a few items from Ikea.August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-83153826736906116702010-07-20T17:11:00.000-07:002010-07-20T17:15:47.964-07:00Tasty Tuesday: Maple-Balsamic Salad Dressing<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://livingwellcommunications.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/salad-dressing.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 300px; height: 511px;" src="http://livingwellcommunications.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/salad-dressing.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>I'm out of salad dressing, so it's time to improvise with what's on hand--this <a href="http://www.yumsugar.com/Reader-Recipe-Maple-Balsamic-Dressing-1561861">maple-balsamic</a> dressing looks to fit the bill. Nice and sweet, perfect for dressing up a standard bowl of spinach. Enjoy!</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-62809637597490146262010-07-19T17:53:00.000-07:002010-07-19T17:59:17.591-07:00Monday Inspiration: Offices<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.designspongeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/5_shay12.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 475px; height: 464px;" src="http://www.designspongeonline.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/06/5_shay12.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>Here's an entire post from <a href="http://www.designspongeonline.com/2010/07/sneak-peek-best-of-offices-part-one.html">Design*Sponge</a> chock full of gorgeous office inspiration! The picture above is my favorite--cool colors, inspiration board, and a place for everything (with a nice helping of vintage charm, of course!).</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-49817633272036789122010-07-16T17:52:00.000-07:002010-07-16T18:21:38.798-07:00Fun Treasury: Foreign Correspondent<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQo1kTuJKttQIkDrM92e2i86NCzHGGWLuBofr5zczNrmT1C5rC3JfH6WAhQr83Q0Jm8m8aoDQgon_4RWvWhSrqnxx2kpCXZEZH55knLSlSfXYeOEc9LRa4Gbf6uJbLBFXRnOyz-m3TTfc/s1600/1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 318px; height: 320px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQo1kTuJKttQIkDrM92e2i86NCzHGGWLuBofr5zczNrmT1C5rC3JfH6WAhQr83Q0Jm8m8aoDQgon_4RWvWhSrqnxx2kpCXZEZH55knLSlSfXYeOEc9LRa4Gbf6uJbLBFXRnOyz-m3TTfc/s320/1.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5494285788421351970" /></a><div><br /></div><div>I do love to build the treasuries--this one is full of vintage nostalgia: <a href="http://www.etsy.com/treasury/4c3e775e92dc6d91752e9e53/foreign-correspondent?index=0">Foreign Correspondent</a>.</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-89631658826907759122010-07-15T17:56:00.000-07:002010-07-15T18:33:51.649-07:00Great Idea: Drip Paint<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://s3.amazonaws.com/atimg/1294396/sf3_rect540.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 405px; height: 540px;" src="http://s3.amazonaws.com/atimg/1294396/sf3_rect540.JPG" border="0" alt="" /></a><div><br /></div>This is great <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/sf/house-tours/jocelyns-evolving-style-house-call-112480">mod inspiration</a> when you just don't know what to do with that old piece of college furniture or that fab thrift store find. The fun in this is that you're supposed to make a mess!August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-58190283164844130922010-07-14T19:00:00.000-07:002010-07-14T19:14:26.761-07:00DI-Wednesday: Free Vintage Travel Posters<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://virtuallibrary.cincinnatilibrary.org/digSvrFiles/34/716/t_VL716.jpg" alt="FT-0001" /><img src="http://virtuallibrary.cincinnatilibrary.org/digSvrFiles/34/733/t_VL733.jpg" alt="FT-0018" /><img src="http://virtuallibrary.cincinnatilibrary.org/digSvrFiles/34/735/t_VL735.jpg" alt="FT-0020" /></div><div><br /></div>I love vintage travel posters, but they are few and far between (and usually expensive when found)--but a lot of library sites have some reproductions available for free! You just decide on how to print them, and the sky's the limit! Check out the collection <a href="http://virtuallibrary.cincinnatilibrary.org/virtuallibrary/vl_Photos.aspx?ResTypeID=34">here</a>.August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-52163575261650312692010-07-06T17:42:00.000-07:002010-07-06T18:34:39.906-07:00Tasty Tuesday: Beer Bread<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://simpledailyrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/sweet-beer-bread-loaf.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 435px; height: 325px;" src="http://simpledailyrecipes.com/wp-content/uploads/sweet-beer-bread-loaf.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>This recipe for <a href="http://www.recipezaar.com/recipe/Beer-Bread-73440">beer bread</a> is great for the days when you feel like smelling fresh-baked bread, and you have a lone bottle of beer sitting in the back of the fridge. A few simple ingredients, and you've got a warm and fresh loaf of bread, sans waiting for the yeast to do its thing. Enjoy!</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-78133403222709248702010-07-03T10:46:00.001-07:002010-07-22T18:05:30.079-07:00Mid Century Paint Colors<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://s3.amazonaws.com/atimg/1560028/od2_rect540.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 540px; height: 405px;" src="http://s3.amazonaws.com/atimg/1560028/od2_rect540.JPG" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>I think I've found the color palette for our house! This fabulous <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/chicago/outdoor/best-backyard-mid-century-style-on-the-lagoons--120825">mid-century home</a> has beautiful tones of green and red--perfect for our lovely ranch.</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-34265565838655975562010-07-01T17:30:00.000-07:002010-07-01T17:31:10.476-07:00Great Site for Free Greeting Cards<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://cp.c-ij.com/en/contents/3042/g00279/images/thankyou0037_r01sle_thl.jpg" /></div><div><br /></div>Browsing the latest lovely blog I've found for crafty homemaking, <a href="http://howaboutorange.blogspot.com/">How About Orange</a>, I found that Canon offers a variety of <a href="http://cp.c-ij.com/en/contents/2012/list_45_1.html">free, downloadable greeting cards</a>. Some of them are a bit hokey, but others are very mod and colorful.August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-48737431816330840252010-06-30T17:39:00.000-07:002010-06-30T18:25:38.506-07:00DI-Wednesday: Steampunk Light Plates<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://steampunkworkshop.com/sites/default/files/switchplates-07.JPG" alt="ammonia aged brass" /></div><div><br /></div>On my continuing foray into steampunk, I found this fantastic DIY for creating one of a kind <a href="http://steampunkworkshop.com/steampunk-home-decor-light-switch-plates">metal switchplates</a>. The creator here uses small metal gears, but you could easily modify the method to fit your style.August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-45251896509711250652010-06-29T17:49:00.000-07:002010-06-29T18:16:50.998-07:00Tasty Tuesday: Peanut Butter and Banana Smoothie<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://cdn.prevention.com/pvnstatic-assets/images/298x232_article_size/weightloss/298x232-peanut_butter_banana_smoothie-298x232_peanut_butter_banana_smoothie.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 298px; height: 232px;" src="http://cdn.prevention.com/pvnstatic-assets/images/298x232_article_size/weightloss/298x232-peanut_butter_banana_smoothie-298x232_peanut_butter_banana_smoothie.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>I've got a bunch of ripe bananas that have a date with my blender. Here's a great, simple and filling recipe for a <a href="http://www.cooksrecipes.com/beverage/peanut_butter-'n'_banana_smoothie_recipe.html">peanut butter and banana smoothie</a>, when you're tired of the same old thing. Enjoy!</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-49186635740135875302010-06-28T17:42:00.000-07:002010-06-28T18:33:40.615-07:00Monday Inspiration: Steampunk<div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#551A8B;"><u><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnf_I5dhC-HA3bdFhxdMUe5rwFBZ6_QUZyJPwXwAmbCeqY5s15K4UT7MGKUADcyOFDNYd1Uesu-NiJYDUvp-XJVy-m05FmPWy7Gp-aAD0nGnpyI3K36C3Geq3QiDjT8Ez-D5YGX204PwQ/s1600/phenicie4.jpg" alt="[phenicie4.jpg]" /></u></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="color:#551A8B;"><u><br /></u></span></div>There's something glorious about <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steampunk">steampunk</a>--the elegant Victorian clutter coupled with the emergence of darker, industrial pieces just works. My leanings are decidedly mid century modern, but the hubby is looking into a steampunk office for himself--so I'm looking for ideas. Here's a <a href="http://thesteampunkhome.blogspot.com/2009/07/mark-phenicies-home-and-furniture.html">den in the steampunk style</a>--love the cluttered order of it.August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-53951508840979403062010-06-25T17:46:00.000-07:002010-06-25T18:43:19.901-07:00Friday Finds: Americana<div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.128560704.jpg" alt="Thomas Jefferson Bookends" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/42209413/thomas-jefferson-bookends"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>Thomas Jefferson Bookends</i></span></a><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i> from </i></span><a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ohmermaidme"><span class="Apple-style-span" style="font-size:small;"><i>Oh Me Oh My Treasure's</i></span></a></div></div><div><br /></div>With the world cup in full swing, and the 4th of July around the corner, it's time for some good-ol' vintage Americana!<div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://ny-image3.etsy.com/il_430xN.143009275.jpg" alt="Vintage Antique Red and White Enamelware Soup Pot" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/46497193/vintage-antique-red-and-white-enamelware">Vintage Antique Red and White Enamelware</a> from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/BehindTheScreenDoor">Behind the Screen Door</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.152866968.jpg" alt="Vintage Eagle Brass Flagpole Topper" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49796679/vintage-eagle-brass-flagpole-topper">Vintage Eagle Brass Flagpole Topper</a> from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/sevenbc">7:BC</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.137729256.jpg" alt="Two Vintage Ball Perfect Mason Aqua Jars, 1915-1933" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/44901708/two-vintage-ball-perfect-mason-aqua-jars">Two Vintage Ball Aqua Jars</a> from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/calloohcallay">Callooh Callay</a> </div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://ny-image2.etsy.com/il_430xN.150915158.jpg" alt="Vintage cast iron corn bread mold" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49282137/vintage-cast-iron-corn-bread-mold">Vintage Cast Iron Cornbread Mold</a> from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/theGildedZebra">The Gilded Zebra</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://ny-image0.etsy.com/il_430xN.150776332.jpg" alt="Vintage Americana Brown and White Print Pyrex Bowl" /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/49240981/vintage-americana-brown-and-white-print">Vintage Americana Brown and White Print Pyrex Bowl</a> from <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/penandpencil">Pen and Pencil</a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-5943040404171265892010-06-24T17:16:00.000-07:002010-06-24T17:30:06.063-07:00Great Site: The CSI Project<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc2k60O5QgM1kPkKerJtfqYizHSI1re3cul0p6KImHT3yEgue0yYjyv7C3wioeRd5FXvL_QQluLOdHctHvL72jN88Ypj_w05wGGbKwCEloCBPDwWk79NB2XKIHrCYqIm4JveMOlLQoUafW/s576/IMG_4137.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 373px; height: 576px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhc2k60O5QgM1kPkKerJtfqYizHSI1re3cul0p6KImHT3yEgue0yYjyv7C3wioeRd5FXvL_QQluLOdHctHvL72jN88Ypj_w05wGGbKwCEloCBPDwWk79NB2XKIHrCYqIm4JveMOlLQoUafW/s576/IMG_4137.JPG" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>Here's a great site for the craft-loving, but unfocused, like myself: <a href="http://thecsiproject.com/">The CSI Project</a>. CSI stands for craft, share, inspire--and it does just that, with crafting challenges and nifty, inexpensive ideas for the home--you can even win prizes!</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-76539794188074677482010-06-23T18:16:00.000-07:002010-06-23T18:18:20.383-07:00DI-Wednesday: Citronella Candles<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://snazzyjazzy.files.wordpress.com/2009/06/entertaining-ideas-citronella-candles-01.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 460px; height: 365px;" src="http://snazzyjazzy.files.wordpress.com/2009/06/entertaining-ideas-citronella-candles-01.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>As much as I like gardening, it would be so much better if it weren't for the bug (especially the mosquitoes, who somehow manage to find me in the desert). Citronella candles seem more attractive than a smelly bug spray, but they've never been effective. Turns out that might be because the ones I've gotten don't actually contain citronella oils. Here's a great <a href="http://www.positivelysplendid.com/2010/06/homemade-bug-banishing-candles.html">DIY</a> to make sure you end up with the real thing from now on.</div><div><br /></div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-82084785904601114572010-06-22T18:05:00.000-07:002010-06-22T18:59:17.138-07:00Tasty Tuesday: Grilled Zucchini and Tomato Salad<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/uimages/kitchen/2009_08_14-TomatoSalad.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 540px; height: 359px;" src="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/uimages/kitchen/2009_08_14-TomatoSalad.jpg" border="0" alt="" /></a><div>This simple, fresh recipe for <a href="http://www.thekitchn.com/thekitchn/summer/recipe-grilled-zucchini-and-grape-tomato-salad-093014">Grilled Zucchini and Grape Tomato salad</a> is great for a summer treat, and an escape from the usual salad--and with a pile of fresh tomatoes at home, I'll be trying this tonight!</div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6248156510134240732.post-83061958268013393872010-06-21T17:36:00.000-07:002010-06-21T19:05:31.547-07:00Monday Inspiration: Backyard Vignette<div style="text-align: center;"><img src="http://s3.amazonaws.com/atimg/1492491/newton-backyard-01_rect540.jpg" /></div><div><br /></div><div>I just love this <a href="http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/boston/outdoor/janes-big-backyard-patio-my-great-outdoors-118892">cozy backyard vignette</a>--chairs, plants, a path--even a fountain, all in a small space!</div><div><br /></div>August Vintagehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11716876665409660068noreply@blogger.com0