You know the old trick…take a glass candle holder, glue it to a vase and poof, you have a cheap apothecary. Well, I’ve never followed in those creative footsteps, but the general idea came to mind when I was working on things for the barn sale and the shop.
About eight people wanted to buy these glass cloches on silver pedestals. I bought them at a thrift store, so I couldn’t get any more.
I recently found some glass cloches, but no pedestals. Today, I was digging through my to-do/to-price shelf and found a small silver plate. Wouldn’t you know that it was a perfect fit for one of the small cloches. I found a silver candlestick and glued it onto the bottom of the plate.
I love how it turned out, but you’ll have to wait to see the “grand reveal” until I can snap a picture during the daylight hours.
I have also been putting together a plan for handmade Christmas decorations to put in my home and booth. My theme this year is going to be glass glitter and sheet music. Can’t go wrong with those two, right? I have so many ideas that I can’t wait to get to work on them. I need to restrain myself for now, though, because I can’t get distracted with Christmas before I finish some other projects. Here’s a sneak look, though, at one of the ornaments I’ll be making. It’s a miniature sheet music wreath ornament! Love it!
I’m waiting for all of my shipments of sheet music to come in to really get production in high gear.
Some things that are around the corner…I will be making video tutorials for slipcovering furniture, glittered letters, the sheet music wreath, star burst mirror and more. Here’s the hold up. I have to film during the day when my children are being angels (quiet.) I shot a few videos and my kids sounded like banshees in the background. Not very professional. Just hang tight…I’ll make them soon.
Tomorrow afternoon I’m going to the Apple Harvest Festival. All I care about is the pie.
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You go girl! Can't wait to see your tutorials. And the cloches? Pure love!
I am cracking up because it never occured to me to glue a vase to a candle stick…but I'm gonna. Ah, you teach me so much!
It's Thanksgiving here in Canada … we're having Pumpkin Pie. mmmmmm
Oh I make these too! Using mostly candle sticks instead of vases. I glue the candle sticks to the plates and put the cloche on top. I've found that I come across way more bell domes than the plates so I have to improvise making my own stands. They look darling on fine china too!
I never come across the glass domes. I have lots of silver pedestals. Better keep my eye out.
Ummm pie…
I can't wait to see the finished product! I also can't wait to see your Christmas ideas-I am sure they will all be totally divine!
Best wishes,
Natasha.
Ohhhh your tree will look glorious! I'd better keep my eye open for rusty something or others for mine. 🙂 Thanks for the reminder!!
Donna
would you have a better chance of putting together a video if you shot the video without sound and did a voice over when the kids are in bed? Don't ask me how to do that though……..
I can't wait for your Christmas decor. You had me at German glass glitter.
Have a great weekend,
Jami
Love the silver idea. I need to hunt for a silver plate. Great idea. Hugs, Marty
Can't wait to see your Christmas decor. I have a question where are you getting your sheet music? Tracy
You made me snort laugh! It's all about the food isn't it? I can't wait to see what you are up to next. I just found out about a shop in my area that looks alot like your stuff, can't wait to check it out!
Love, love, love the mini sheet music wreath for an ornament! Can't wait to see more!
Those cloches sre going to be fabulous!! And I love the wreath!
Hugs
SueAnn
Creativity runs through your veins!!!
I love making the the little plate stands but can never seem to find the cloches or at least at a decent price for resale.
Can't wait for the big reveal.
hugs
Sissie
was at the AppleFeast last week they have had the best weather 2 beautiful weekends….enjoy!!
Sooo cute ~ I just love cloches !
I cannot wait to see what you do with the glitter and music sheets ~ Those are two of my very favorite things ~
Have fun creating !
xoxo
Lori
Hi. Can't wait to see more. Love your style and decor. I made your vintage music paper wreath and donated it to an auction fundraiser. I plan to make another one for me.
Your blog is so helpful. I found your price tag printing post after I had ordered stamps to accomplish the same;
now I can print or stamp tags. Printing them was sooo easy. Thanks so much!
~ Julie
What adorable Christmas tree ornaments! Loved the wreath but the stars are just too much!!!
Those are perfect! I can't wait to see your final reveal! I am so excited about Christmas and all your wonderful ideas and projects! Your theme sounds so beautiful!!
Ooooohh! I love these. Can't wait for the "grand reveal". I've been collecting candlesticks, small plates and cloches. It's cloches I have trouble finding – but I do have a few. Just need to get the time to put them together. I see you used Gorilla Glue for the silver, but what would you use for glass and china?
Can't wait to see all the Finished Results ~ Love Your Inspiring Style~
Cheryl
I love your blog because you don't just TELL, you SHOW. That's what makes you unique, and I hope you continue! Thank you for the inspiration.
I love the pedestal. You always have such great ideas. Thank you for sharing, I can be patient for the tutorials. Family comes first and you're amazing.
Karen @ Garden Home and Party
Love this and the blue reflection from the drapes in the silver! I'd be keeping it too. 🙂
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That's a new trick to me. Thanks for sharing it… I'll keep my eye out for some a thrifts to do my own. 🙂