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Thursday, September 29, 2011

Lovin' This Look

Does anyone out there remember this first pic that I posted last week? If so...what did you think I was making here? Now I know all of you must know that it's a THRIFTY DIY project...is there any other kind? Well I had two THRIFTY items that were just dying to find a mate here at my nest...so they finally found each other...well it only took them just a few short months and just look at what a cute couple they make...ahhhh...love at first sight!!!! You have a $5.00 authentic burlap coffee sack(found it at an antique shop in Auburn)... a $6.00 frame from Goodwill... some FREE Annie Sloan chalk paint and you get the cutest couple in the nest...don't you think? I will say this is my favorite DIY project of 2011...I"m really lovin' how it looks in my family room. I also a few more new things hanging out there too...so come on back to see more of my latest THRIFTY goodies!!!
                                     Happy that you came by to visit
                                     my nest and I hope to see you
                                                 here again,
                                                    Linda
                                This frame has great bones...keep
                                 that in mind when you are out
                                                 thriftin'!!!!!
                                       Only $11 and I got this!!!!!
                                          
                                If I still had my shop...I could sale this
                                          for around $100.00!!!!
                               I still have the other side of the sack
                                      for another project...think I
                                             see a pillow in my
                                                     head!!!
                                          Annie Sloan...I'm having so
                                          much fun with your paint!!!

Sorry...I forgot to take a pic of the artwork
that I had here before...I'm bad about doing
that...silly me!!!
                              So simple...just cut and staple!!!

                             If you have some THRIFTY DIY projects
                             that you would like to share...click here and
                             join me at my NIFTY THRIFTY party!!!!

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Feathered Nest Friday
Inspiration Friday
Show and Tell Friday
Saturday Nite Special
Vintage Inspiration Friday
CSI Project
Sunday Scoop
Fridays Unfolded
Thrifty Things Friday
Frugalicious Friday
Frugal Friday
Catch As Catch Can
Weekend Wrap Up
Sweet Saturdays
DIY Showoff Parade
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47 comments:

  1. Heavens2BetsySeptember 29, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    This looks stunning. I love that you got it at a snip too ... it sure doesn't look that way. penny

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  2. Mrs. Kelley DibbleSeptember 29, 2011 at 10:36 AM

    Soooooooo cute! No way-- eleven bucks? Get outta here!

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  3. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeSeptember 29, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    Gorgeous. Both are unreal finds. I can't imagine you found that sack at GW. You are so creative and your new picture is fabulous. Love it. Hugs, Marty

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  4. Blondie's JournalSeptember 29, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    I love this, Linda! Thanks for showing us how you did it...I'm all thumbs!

    XO,
    Jane

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  5. Comeca JonesSeptember 29, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    Looks great and I love the look of all the pillows on the sofa as well.

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  6. Linda @ A La CarteSeptember 29, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Now this looks great! I can see that it would cost a bundle in a store. Can't wait to see the pillow! hugs, Linda

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  7. RhissannaSeptember 29, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Wow, this is really good. I love artwork that has a big, chunky scale. Thank you for sharing.

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  8. SherriSeptember 29, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    I just love it-wonderful!

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  9. middle childSeptember 29, 2011 at 11:58 AM

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  10. AnonymousSeptember 29, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Love it! Might have to try something like this with the coffee sacks I have around here!

    Dana @ Craftedniche.wordpress.com

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  11. TammySeptember 29, 2011 at 1:41 PM

    Love it!!! Okay, you got my brain stormin'!

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  12. GailSeptember 29, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    Looks great Linda! I love what you did with the frame.

    Have a wonderful day,
    Gail

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  13. Cass @ That Old HouseSeptember 29, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Adorable!
    And $100? Really.
    Wow... impressive! Well, it's a lovely piece of wall decor ... and I think a pillow is just the thing for the other side.
    Cass

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  14. KaySeptember 29, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    I love this idea! I have a coffee sack that I want to frame also. Thanks for sharing...love your blog!

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  15. Amy KinserSeptember 29, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    I love your artwork. Looks wonderful...

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  16. ℳartina @ Northern NestingSeptember 29, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Linda I LOVE IT!! Love the finish you gave the frame too! Martina

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  17. Honey at 2805September 29, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    It's a great project, and a thrify one at that. Yes, I like my coffe clean. ;)

    Thanks for linking to Potpourri Friday. I appreciate you, Linda!

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  18. nancygrayceSeptember 29, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    I love it! I'm not so very crafty!

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  19. SusanSeptember 29, 2011 at 4:49 PM

    I love this! So very pretty!

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  20. DiannSeptember 29, 2011 at 6:05 PM

    Oh, this is awesome Linda! I am glad you showed the picture from a further away. I love the size! That burlap sack was such a great find! I love the little architectural find above it. Thank you for joining TTF and have a fabulous weekend!

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  21. Blue Creek HomeSeptember 29, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    You did great on the frame - isn't AS paint so much fun?
    I love the look!
    Rhonda

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  22. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementSeptember 29, 2011 at 6:33 PM

    Great job Linda! I absolutely love it!

    Pam

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  23. Tammy at Tammy Loves DishesSeptember 29, 2011 at 7:28 PM

    This looks great! What a good idea!!

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  24. AnonymousSeptember 29, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    So simple but so pretty. Love how you distressed the frame.

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  25. UnknownSeptember 29, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    Hi Linda,
    I just love this project. The graphics and textures really add a lot to your room. Thanks for sharing both the finished product and the "how-to".
    Cheryl
    p.s. I often forget to take "before" photos, too...until I'm almost done!

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  26. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsSeptember 29, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    Well, I love coffee, so this is right up my alley. I will be on the lookout for coffee sacks from now on. And frames, too.

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  27. DonnaSeptember 29, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    Linda,
    I love your new artwork! I hope to go to Auburn soon with my sister and hit all the shops!
    Hugs,
    Donna

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  28. The Polka Dot ClosetSeptember 29, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    I brought some coffee sacks back from vacation and of all the projects I have done with them, i never thought of simply framing them...You are a genius!

    Carol

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  29. AnonymousSeptember 29, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    this is so lovely, fab idea
    I have bought 10 sacks on ebay just recently they are going to cover my dining chairs and i will have 4 left to play with, so i may have to give your frame a go love it
    I am your newest follower from NSW Australia .. HI

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  30. Becca BertottiSeptember 30, 2011 at 3:51 AM

    Talk about creative? This is awesome! I love the grain sack art and the frame is perfect for it, too! I need to find some of these. Great job!

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  31. LoriSeptember 30, 2011 at 4:42 AM

    We were on the computer about the same time. I posted to a party right before you. Love the project and just bought my first can of A Sloane paint, cooler weather this weekend, I'll be a painting fool, any tips?

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  32. Creations By CindySeptember 30, 2011 at 6:09 AM

    So neat! You are still amazing girl! Good to be back with you guys!

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  33. Alison AgnewSeptember 30, 2011 at 6:10 AM

    great idea for
    making some lovely graphic art

    i use my coffee bags for curtains
    in my kitchen

    thanks for linking up to fridays unfolded!

    alison

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  34. KellySeptember 30, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    OMG! I'm in love! That is the most beautiful picture. I adore coffee sacks and love them even better in a chalk painted frame! It looks amazing. That would've cost you big bucks already done at a store. Now you have a one of a kind piece. It adds a nice touch to your pretty living room.

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  35. Rosemary@villabarnesSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:04 AM

    Nice job, Linda. It looks great in your room.

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  36. ReviSeptember 30, 2011 at 8:49 AM

    Hi! It's my first visit, though I don't know why it took me so long to get here. (Over a month since I began to see your name!) Anyway, I LOVE your burlap coffee art! I also love that you're a Christ-follower. So, I'm you're newest follower!
    See you Tuesday!
    -Revi from www.revisionarylife.blogspot.com

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  37. Rebekka SealeSeptember 30, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    Amazing, amazing idea!

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  38. PamelaSeptember 30, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    Linda that turned out amazing!! Maybe one day you can open your shop again! You have such a great eye! Thanx for coming to the party!

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  39. Shannon @FairfaceWashclothsSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    Very cool!! I love it. Can't believe you got it for only $11! What a great find!
    shannonsews.blogspot.com

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  40. Sandi~A Cottage MuseSeptember 30, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Linda it looks wonderful! One of my fellow shop girls who is so creative makes pieces similar to this!

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  41. JessicaSeptember 30, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    what a great idea! I really like how it turned out.

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  42. AprilOctober 1, 2011 at 12:13 AM

    I love the coffee theme! I hope you will link up with me here:
    http://www.thegingerbreadblog.com/2011/09/sweet-saturday-v7.html

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  43. debOctober 1, 2011 at 9:45 AM

    Beeuteeful!!!
    *hugs*Deb

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  44. Sunflowers With SmilesOctober 1, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    Love the burlap alert! So clever!

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  45. Amber Lyon FergusonOctober 3, 2011 at 3:49 PM

    Yes, I have to say that is a good one!!!! I have 10 authentic coffee sacks in storage from when I was opening a coffee house a few years ago. Can't wait to try this, but I am new to chalk paint so I'll have to read up on it.

    Amber@junkaholicsunanimous

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  46. EllenOctober 3, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    Very clever...this would look perfect in my dinning area. If I could just find the right two things....hope you don't mind a copy cat if I can find a neat burlap piece.
    Hugs,
    Ellen

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  47. gail@My Repurposed LifeOctober 4, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    Lovin' this look too! the frame is awesome!
    gail

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