Shutters...Recycle

I'm always looking for more ways to use the old shutters that so many have removed from their homes! Now I'm not talkin' about the plastic kind but real, "shore nuf" wooden shutters!!  My friend and me have built  shelves, bookcases, message boards, jewelry keepers...all out of shutters!

But my favorite way to use the old shutters is...on my porch!

 My friend attached them at the top so I may slide them open too!

They filter the bright sun...block most of the wind and rain...provide a degree of privacy...Love it!!  (One of these days I may get around to painting them but for now I love the old peeling paint on both sides!)


Have a Blessed Day!! And see ya down the junkin' road!!

Jan


(How have you reclaimed old shutters?  Leave a comment)

A Good Day for M R Ducks!!!

Rain, Rain, Go Away, Little "Johnny" (my friend and me NEED to go junkin'!!) Wants to Play!! Even out on the lake the only living things I see are the DUCKS (m r ducks? o s m r!) and they are having a hard time staying in the water!!

I love signs and sayings. I get a KICK out of the emotions that a few choice words can trigger. The old junky discarded ones are true finds! From the hilarious to the sentimental I enjoy all of them!

My favorite ones are those based on scripture. These little tiles are great used as coasters or just "cutesy" items to give as hostess gifts.

And the CROSSES...

So many of the newly engaged couples are registering for gifts that include items which include a message...

Old and new marrieds like these...

"SIgns, SIgns EVEryWHere a SIGN..." This one is perfect for when I worked and the stress built, in my mind I would "go the beach"...

Living on the lake we compile a vast assortment of "huggies"...

These need no explanation...(my #1 son says live in a climate where flops are the norm!)

This could very possibly be my motto...

Hope you've enjoyed my tour of signs! Next time you're out shopping look for those that give you a little giggle or better yet some inspiration!

Have a Blessed Day!! And see ya down the junkin' road!!
Jan


(Tell me about the found signs that speak to you! Love to hear your comments!)

Pardon me...I have no excuse...

I have been delinquent in posting on my blog! But I will try to do a better job! My Friend & Me have opened three, yes I said 3, stores (booths) in local dealers' malls! I am so excited!! The first is CONSIGNING INTERIORS AND ANTIQUES MALL located in Pelham, Al. This is one member of the family consisting of Hoover Antiques and Urban Suburban. You may find us in the RED ROOM. The second one is just across the street in ENCORE RESALES. This eclectic store is so much fun to shop! Look for BOOTH #671 in the new addition by the name of COTTAGE CHIC & A LITTLE ANTIQUE! And third is in CHELSEA ANTIQUES AND DECORATORS MALL located on Hwy 280 in Chelsea, Al. Find us in the back room again booth #671 COTTAGE CHIC & A LITTLE ANTIQUE! We are so happy and know you will enjoy spending time exploring these 3 malls!

Have a Blessed Day! And see ya down the junkin' road!!
Jan