Great tutorial ... because who doesn't want to make a flutter / swarm / rabble / kaleidoscope of wind-up Monarchs??
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Great tutorial ... because who doesn't want to make a flutter / swarm / rabble / kaleidoscope of wind-up Monarchs??
Perhaps re-purposing etc appeals so much to me because it exposes the hidden potential in ordinary things. You take something mundane and make it a centerpiece. You bring something rough and utilitarian indoors ... smooth the rough edges just a little and give it a second chance. I guess I'm an optimist - I definitely believe in second chances!
I think this pendant lamp from Poppytalk sums it up. An old wire wastebasket has its shining moment! It provides a soft glow, thanks to a little scrap-fabric weaving. Read on for a few more ideas on the theme...