Upcycled Custom Green Storage Trunk Hairpin Leg Table

Hey GadgetSponge fans!  Thanks so much for your continued support!

I've just completed this overhauled antique trunk.  

After cleaning up the very dirty trunk, I gave it several layers of CeCe Caldwell chalk paint.  I then took a good while distressing the surface to give it an appealing, worn appearance.  On the interior, I stripped what leftover linen paper was left and lined it with custom cut beadboard.  On the bottom interior of the trunk, I secured some Paris/French-themed fabric.  Everything (exterior and interior) was then covered with several layers of clearcoat.  For some height, I took some vintage iron hairpin table legs and modified them to fit the trunk.  Done!

This upcycled item, along with my other creations, is available in the GadgetSponge Etsy Shop and at Timeline Antiques in Shreveport, LA!

Shreveport/Louisiana Map Overhauled Telephone Table

Hey folks!  Just about as soon as I finished the Yardstick Telephone Table my friend, Tracy, had another one that matched it perfectly.  A series!  

I decided to give this one a map treatment.  I had a large, classroom size, map of Louisiana that I thought would work perfectly.  I used the northwest portion for the top that included the Shreveport to Ruston areas and down to Mansfield and Coushatta.  I also used some of my large gauge stick to edge the top of the table so you wouldn't have to worry about something sliding off.

Some of my new, old stock of chrome metal edging got some use again, just like the last one.  It makes it really pop!  On the drawer face, I used the Louisiana pelican artwork from the map. Worked out great and really complimented the silver paint.

An old glass drawer pull handle brought it all together as the final touch.  Some satin finish layers sealed it all up.

This repurposed item, along with my other creations, is available in the GadgetSponge Etsy Shop and at Timeline Antiques in Shreveport, LA!

GADGETSPONGE NEEDS YOUR HELP!

Hey folks!  I need about 5 seconds from you.  I've got an entry in the Birds & Blooms Magazine "Upcycling Contest".  The objective was to create an upcycled item for less than $25.  My submission is #10 with my repurposed Dust Pan Bird Feeder.  

Please give me a few seconds of your time to head over and click on #10.  It will help so much if GadgetSponge wins this contest and gains more exposure!

Please VOTE NOW!  http://www.birdsandblooms.com/Contests/upcycling-contest

THANK YOU!!!!

Repurposed / Upcycled Galvanized Vent Exhaust Hood Bird Feeder

Hey folks!  Here's the latest bird feeder to come out of GadgetSponge Garage!  

I took a discarded (and cheap) galvanized vent hood/cap and went to town converting it into a bird feeder. I started with pairing it with a vintage porcelain/enamel plate. Modified furniture embellishments serve as perches lined up with the crescent openings that I cut into the vent hood. 

I built a custom shaft up the center to hold everything firmly together. I then modified some parts to cap it off and give it a hook for hanging with the included chain.

In true repurposing style, I cut a hole in the top and soldered in a keyring and matched up it perfectly with an old glass fuse. This hole is for easy use with a funnel to refill the bird feeder. That way you don't have to disassemble the whole thing. But it can still be taken apart to clean whenever desired.

Several coats of red paint and polyurethane finished off the top. 
Ready for your home!!!

Here are the measurements...
Height: 9.5"; Width (side to side): 14" (four feet); Depth: 14".

This repurposed item, along with my other creations, is available in the GadgetSponge Etsy Shop and at Timeline Antiques in Shreveport, LA!

Cedar Waxwings in Spring

Hey folks!  I don't know about you but Cedar Waxwings have GOT to be in my top five favorite birds. Lately, when I'm outside at any point, I enjoy hearing their high pitched "seeeeee" calls.  When I do, I know they are up in the trees pretty close in their little small groups.  I'm really trying to get a plan together of what trees I'd like to plant in the future to attract them more and to bring them into my backyard more.

In the meantime, here's some pics of some that did manage to take a break down low in my yard.  If you enjoy the photos or the Waxwings in general, leave a comment.