Category Archives: Decorating

Chip Tray Repurpose: Studio Pen & Pencil Caddy

Saturday, November 27, 2010 by Cathe Holden

I’ve probably walked past old rotating poker chip trays a hundred times while thrifting, never once giving them thought until last week after I’d purchased a new set of Prismacolor colored pencils. I found two racks at the same thrift … Read more

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Vintage Alphabet and Christmas Books

Monday, November 15, 2010 by Cathe Holden

I’m just crazy about books. Not novels, but books on art, typography, printing, sign painting, design. Old, rare, whatever! Today I’m sharing a gorgeous ornamental Italian alphabet dated 1839 from my first edition ALPHABETS book by Laurence Scarfe. Each letter … Read more

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Spool Advent Calendar Kits

Wednesday, November 10, 2010 by Cathe Holden

Last year I posted a project for making Christmas Advent calendars from vintage wooden spools. Spools work great for writing messages, verses, or clues to where to discover hidden treats. And Advent calendars aren’t limited to just those with children, … Read more

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