Necktie Chairs

Happy New Year, everyone!  I can't believe how fast last year flew by.  Today, I want to show you something that I have been working on.  I was given these two wonderful cain chairs from two of my good friends.  The cain was ripped in both, and the chairs sat in my garage for a bit.  I looked into reweaving the cain seats, but decided on something alittle different instead. 

 My dad coached highschool varsity basketball for many years and had collected quite a few neckties that he would wear to the games.  He no longer coaches so he gave me a couple of them.  After ripping the remaining cain off, I weaved them onto the empty chairs seats.  What do you think?  They are as sturdy as can be, so don't be afraid to take a seat. 

Thank-you, Linda K. and Renee R., for these fabulous chairs!  Now you know that I have put them to good use.

 I also want to send a big thank-you to Aimee at It's Overflowing who featured me in Wednesday's Overflowing With Creativity Party! 

I hope you all have a wonderful week! 


Maria ~Rusty Hinge




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French Day Bed

Let's take a walk outside.  Brrr, it is cold, yet if we bundle up, we will be just fine.  My garden has long been put to bed for the winter, so sorry no flowers today (in about five months.)  So instead, I would love to show you my antique french daybed.

It sits on my porch, dressed with a grapevine wreath and greenery.

I walked out to the woods to cut several kinds of greenery and berries for all my winter decor. 

I stuffed all my garden urns with greenery and berries as well.

Don't you just love chippy wicker?

 An old ladder used to hang homemade garland is propped against a porch post.  I love the aqua color against the greenery.  I keep all of the garlands and greenery up all winter long to add interest with the snow.  I will show you my garland soon.

Let's head back inside where it's much warmer!  Thank-you for taking the time to visit with me outside on this chilly morning. 

I hope you all enjoy the rest of your week!

Happy New Year,

Maria ~Rusty Hinge


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