Upcycled Thursdays -Vintage Records

I never would have imagined there are so many cool ways to upcycle records

 

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Work it Wednesday - Cheers!

 Maybe I've been watching too many episodes of "Mad Men" but it seems to me the ladies of the 50's always had a drink in hand.  The majority of the time the drink is a martini. 

 

How exactly did one make a Martini and Dry Martini back in the day?  Well, this is exactly how they did it in the 50's...

Since this is a little difficult to see I've written out the recipe for you.... and, you're welcome.

MARTINI:

3 part Gin
I part Vermouth
Fill mixing glass with cracked ice.  Add ice and dry vermouth. Still briskly until drink is really cold. Strain into pre-chilled 3 oz cocktail glass. Add a green olive.

DRY MARTINI:

Make above using 5 parts Gin to 1 part Dry Vermouth. Add olive or twist of lemon. 

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Tuesday - Inspirational Vintage Interior

These walls are amazing. I adore how a few vintage frames and mirrors could create an amazing work of art.

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Mobile Home Monday - Robin's Egg Blue Camper

I would love to get my hands on this sweet blue camper. 

pictures from the photo stream of CarrieJo

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Saturday - Behind the Scenes of HDV

Check out last Saturday's blog post for the back story on this...
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Straight out the gate I went bold with the remodel.   I wanted something fun, bright, fresh and clean.  I also wanted to showcase the lines of the desk.  Here's a sneak peak:

I have spent many hours sanding, repairing, priming, painting, more sanding, a lot more painting and applying wallpaper.  It's been a time consuming labor of love but worth every second.  I adore how the desk is turning out. I hope you do too.  

Check back next week when I will post pictures of the finished product.

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Fashion Friday - A Vintage Icon

This past week a vintage icon sadly passed away.  Liz Taylor had a style all her own. It was elegant and timeless. Here are a few of my favorite Liz Taylor vintage pictures:

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Upcycled Thursdays -Jill Denton

I recently discovered artist Jill Denton from Memphis.  She is amazing. Check out the Jill Denton Art store on Etsy.  Here are a few of my favorite pieces from her shop:

Not only is Jill a great artist she is also a pro upcycler (let's just pretend like that's an actual word). Jill recently featured the below piano on her blog "INSIDE OUT". I was in awe of the transformation.  I had to share this with my readers... hold on to your hats....this is good....

are you as impressed as I was? Isn't this fantastic?

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Work it Wednesday - How to Decorate with Vintage Treasures

This blog post contains information from the Better Homes and Garden's article "House Tours: Decorate with Vintage Finds". In this Work it Wednesday blog post I am sending you to the source for the info:

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My personal favorite tips:

Mix Old with New: I believe buying vintage is all about making it work with your current lifestyle. I love eclectic decor. Eclectic decor adds originality, personality, and depth to an otherwise drab decorating scheme. 

Repurpose New Items: Being that I make a living repurposing/upcycling vintage items, I'm a big fan of this piece of advice

 Mix the Elements: In other words, a room doesn't have to have all wood furniture or all metal... it can be mixed.  I said it above and I'll say it again...Eclectic decor adds originality, personality, and depth to an otherwise drab decorating scheme.  

 Find Beauty in the Old: This is my core belief and why I started Happy Day Vintage. So yes, this is one of my favorite tips.


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Tuesday Inspirational Vintage Interior - Vintage Craft Room

Today's Inspirational Interior is a craft room filled to the brim with vintage goodness. Pictures from Devoted Satellite

 

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Mobile Home Monday - Vintage Family Photos

As I've looked for cool vintage camper photos I've come across some great vintage pics.  Here are just a few...

 An Iowa picnic from 1958. photo from Gary M's photostream

 Heat of the Hills photo taken in 1942. photo from photostream Lyn's Lens

 1940's Travel Trailer from photostream ricksoloways

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Saturday - Behind the Scenes of HDV

This past week I met with one of my favorite clients/friends, Erin.  

Erin purchased four jewelry boxes from HDV. Upon delivery of the four boxes Erin opted to buy an additional four for a total of eight, yes eight!, jewelry boxes.

I was lucky enough to spend the afternoon with Erin and her charming young son, Braden. During our time together Erin strongly encouraged me to start refurbishing large furniture. I've put great thought into upcycling furniture.  My husband and I have discussed it in length. He too has enouraged me to grow the HDV business by taking on furniture. 

 It was my husbands and Erin's amazing encouragement which brought me to purchase my first large piece of furniture.

I LOVE this piece.  Isn't it gorgeous? The curves are so sleek, retro and straight up amazing.  I have big plans for this desk... more on that next week.

Thank you, Erin, for a great time and for being such an amazing friend/client.

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Fashion Fri -Vintage Raincoats

Spring is here...or almost here. The snow is turning to rain. Soon we'll be putting our winter coats in the closet and pulling out our raincoats. Here are a few great vintage raincoat ads:

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Upcycled Thursdays - Keen on Green!

Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Today's Upcycled blog post is about everything green - in honor of St Patrick's day, obviously.

 

1. Upcycled Embroidery Hoop Wall Art Blues and Greens Set of 5 $28.00

2.Chippy Green High Chair with Mosaic Tray $120.00

3. 50 ft Woman. stiletto aloe planter $65.00

4. Alpine Green Handbag with Wood Rings - Upcycled Materials $45.00

5. Eire. Peridot Green Glass Rhinestone Adjustable Ring. $20.00

6. Green globe ARTICHOKE beautifully upcycled dictionary page book art print $6.99

7. Guinness Irish Luck Whistle $16.00

8. 7 Pistachio Mint Green Picture Frames $35.00

Work it Wednesday - Incorporating your Vintage Buys

Not long ago a high profile New York party planner, Tammy Golson, received a surprise gift from a good friend. That friend bought Tammy's fab gift from Happy Day Vintage.  

Tammy, of Tammy Golson Events, has included a picture of her Happy Day Vintage Serving tray (the three tiered white one in the pic below)in a recent blog post. Needless to say I was ECSTATIC to see this picture. I mean, who better to give an example on how to incorporate vintage treasures into everyday entertaining then a well known New York party planner?...

Personally, I love how she mixes the vintage with modern and fun pieces. Brilliant! 

Be sure to check out the rest of the Tammy Golson Events blog post. The post includes more amazing pictures by the talented Kristina Hill Photography.

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Tuesday's Inspirational Vintage Interior -Bright Living Room

Today's Inspirational Interior is a bright, eclectic living room. Pictures brought to you by Devoted Satellite

 

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Mobile Home Monday - 1950 Silver Streak Clipper

Today's vintage mobile home is a 1950 Silver Streak Clipper (22').  Brought to you by Vintage Trailer Crazy

 

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