…and we got in on the fun. Can I pull off Donna’s funky junk style? Did she make a slipcover or find a stash of ironstone?
It’s time to find out.
Heeeeeere’s Donna!
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The room was softened with lots of warm whites, and more upscale furniture pieces. The vintage singer sewing machine pays homage to MMS’s incredible sewing skills.
I brought out the glue gun and whipped up my first ever music sheet wreath. To help balance out the darkness of the fireplace, lunch bag sections were used to create the deeper toned sections.
A small dresser received a fresh coat of white, with painted darker edging resembling a glazed effect. A cheat for the design – a stencil was used to mimic MMS’ hand painted techniques. Replacing one drawer with some rustic baskets added warmth to a room of whites and also helped reduce the visual height of the dresser.
… vintage farm receipts written by my dad. This hit a music sheet feel, yet was also inspired from MMS’ love for old letters. The yellowed patina on the receipts is amazing!
A light wing chair ‘resembles’ a white slip cover. The paisley red touch was a direct reflection to MMS’ guestroom colours. And the final touch? The white pillow got a MMS style karate chop in the center. 🙂
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Oh…the scale, the wreath! Love it all!
The part where she looks at her son in the video cracked me up and she has no idea how accurate that morning hair was. I can rock a pretty awesome blonde afro in the morning.
If you’d like to check out how my Funky Junk inspired project turned out, visit Donna’s blog right now. I made a video as well. I did not use a Canadian accent, though, because I thought I would insult all of my northern neighbors and maybe some people in the Dakotas.
Are you ready to share your projects? No video necessary! Just link up a project that was inspired by this challenge or that fits one of our styles. Miss Mustard Seed inspired projects will be linked here and Funky Junk inspired projects will be linked up there.
The link party starts this Friday night at 10:00 pm EST instead of my usual Furniture Feature Friday. It will be open for one week, so you have plenty of time to enter your project. Finalists and grand winners will be announced on both blogs shortly after the party closes.
What will the “grand winner” win at each blog? You have to come to the link parties to find out, but it’s going to be good stuff!
See you then!
55 Responses
lol lol Great video! Donna makes a good MMS, huh? Loved the vehicle striping for the projects! Actually, she did a great job! I loved the old farm receipts on the tray! Such a fun challenge! Can't wait to see what everyone comes up with!…hugs…Debbie
that's awesome! You ladies had me cracking up! Donna did a great job, I love her music sheet wreath, too funny!
beautiful, you both did a great job.
Cute!! Great Job for both of you!! You rocked the wig Donna!
I loved your video. Donna definately would have raided and has the neighbor's dumpster…and I love your hubby's name for the jewelry! Great job!!
What a fun video! You girls are just too cute! Great job on your MMS projects Donna!
Oh, I'm telling you BOTH of you did fantastic jobs…and the best part…I know it was a lot of fun.
You have no idea how long I have been walking around, trying to find rusty junk…I am really trying hard to be a funky junky but I sure am having a hard time. Fun fun…
xo bj
Oh, I'm telling you BOTH of you did fantastic jobs…and the best part…I know it was a lot of fun.
You have no idea how long I have been walking around, trying to find rusty junk…I am really trying hard to be a funky junky but I sure am having a hard time. Fun fun…
xo bj
Oh my gosh, you cracked me up! That was so funny. I love what you did and I love the furniture your tv is on. Great look, you guys need to start a line together! Can't wait to see what everyone else comes up with!
You guys are great, love how you're crossing over to the other side! Have fun with it!
hugs,
Debra
Well, ya know, you wouldn't offend me, not one single bit ya know. Them there videos you and that Canadian gal made were just purdy darn good, ya know…good like lutefisk n lefsa. You betcha!!!
Lovin it all!!!
Your NDakota FAN!! 😉
love the video idea MMS style is very cute and soft kind of cozy, the cabinet with baskets was a good idea and the wreath on the fireplace…very cute…good job!
Mel's Cabin
This video was just hilarious, thanks for making me laugh- the bit with the guitar was so funny!
Not a bad take on Miss Mustard Seed overall!!
You rocked the MMS style for sure Donna!!! Love the wreath and that cabinet with the baskets…fabulous!! Well done for sure!! And that video cracked me up! That hair!!!!!!!!
Hugs
SueAnn
Oh, my gosh. I haven't laughed that hard is so long. I can't wait to see follow this more!
You two are so freaking cute! Loved both videos! Love how she copied your style. I really like the wreath and the dresser. I need to get some sheet music now.
You two are a riot ~ so cute! Loving the creativity with both your styles ~ what fun!
Wow I love it she did a great job! Both your styles are so unique love them.
I had to come over here and tell you how much I enjoyed your video over at Funky Junk. The junk jewelry was priceless and you taking stuff from the neighbors. I think you did a great job on this challenge. Although your junk was a little more refined. This was such a cute idea. Can't wait to see what people link up.
What a fun video, Donna! I love your sense of humor. I think you "nailed" the MMS look with just enough of your own spin to keep it true. Adding paper bags to your wreath, that's gotta be genius, girl. Hugs! Kim
LOL SO.MUCH.FUN.
I think you both have a great eye!
You two are hilarious—looks like you are having lots of fun…By the way Miss Mustard See–absolutely love your video. You so nailed it!!!!
~Pam
Hey Donna and Marian-
You two are so funny and I loved the videos. Marian – I love the Funky Junk Chunk – I laughed out loud!!! I like Rusty Lust, too. I am excited to see what you two come up with for your next milestone.
My best-Diane
These have to be the cutest things I've seen on a blog yet! I love that you two did this, fun fun!
you did a wonderful job! good for you! love both of your styles for different reasons.
You both did a fabulous job… love the video's.
Donna you really rocked the hair, that one made me howl.
Can't wait to see what the rest of the folks are up to.
Great post you two.
Hugs, Deb
Haha! The music was the perfect touch to Donna's video. She did a great job copying your style! Your video as Donna was hilarious!
Haha, love it. Great video!
Nice job, Donna!
I really like that dresser/entertainment unit – where you pulled out a drawer and added baskets.
Looks like you had a blast adding MMS style to your rooms. I'm getting inspired.
Marion and Donna, what a fun challenge! Can't WAIT to see what people come up with! (And, what I come up with,too!)
Too funny!
This was way too fun! I think Donna did an excellent job, and you couldn't be more spot on with Donna's style! Can't wait to check out all the links! Please say you'll do this again?
By the way, SweetMelissa exaggerates just a bit!! heehee….
haha fantastic =)
Marian, You did a great job copying Donna's style. I have said before that you inspire me, but Donna does also and has for some time now. So for me to see your two styles together is perfect! I am going to try to enter the challenge. Terry
Awesome!!! A great series!!!
What a cute idea!! You two made this fun and interesting! Keep up the good work! 🙂
Just plain fun! You both did great!
Shannon
Hysterical! You had me giggling and laughing. You two are so funny. Headed over to Funky Junk to see MMS be you, or you her, or…whatever!
Brittany
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Hi Marian!
Your post made my day 🙂
Too funny. You both did a great job!
A little birdie told me about a little "Giveway" over at The Daisy Diaries would love for you to stop by for a chance to win!
Cheers,
Shelly
Hilarious, you sure could use some styling products for that fro of yours!
You did a great job bringing out touches of MMS's style.
LOL! Perfection! I needed a good belly laugh after the week I've had! THANK YOU!
You girls are too fun! Great job with the challenge.
Love the video's! Can't wait for the Copy Me party to begin! ~Marcy
Name for your jewelery
"Lusting Rust"
Wow, Marian, you channeled Donna perfectly! And she was so cute with her grain sacks and blonde curls!
Love it! Thanks to you both for the chuckle 🙂
You two are my favorite blogging ladies… you have really outdone yourselves. Both of you have shown your talent and copy-cat skills. WE can all learn much from both of you about grace, style, fun, junk and furniture redos. Love you both for being brave and walking in the other's shoes for a bit.
great job Funky Mustard!
you two are quite a pair,
hysterical!
d e n i s e
I have to say I rather like this look. Fab job guys.
You guys did a fantastic job! This is a really fun idea…love it.
That video is the funniest thing I have ever seen!!
Mrs BC
xx
Wow, Donna, you did an entire room! Very impressive, and you did a great job of it, too! So many MMS elements there – loving the wreath, the scale, and the painted and embellished white table. The video is hilarious, the exchange of looks between you and your son made me laugh out loud!
Well done! You gals are just so funny and I've enjoyed watching you morph into each other (literally, and decor-wise). This was a really great challenge and a fun way to start the new year!
Best,
Kimberly
The only thing I knew about MMS's personality was from her video on FJ's site. Donna, you had it down pat. Love the dresser. I think you both did a great job. What a great idea.
Cheers,
Lisa x
Thank-you so much for all the kudos! They are very much appreciated!
And yes. I was very brave too. 🙂 All in the name of honoring someone I respect VERY much. You're a great sport, MMS. xo
From the Funky side, Donna
Great videos, so funny. You two are just too much. Loved it. Hugs, Marty
I stumbled onto your sight from Southern Hospitality. Love to see your recycled-craftiness! You make us Oregeon girls proud! 🙂 Keep it up! Sarah@NorthwestHospitality.org.
It looks like Donna really had a fun time copying your style. I love the way she captured so many different aspects of your decor style. The video is hilarious and made my day.