a soft spot for cast iron

This skillet was recently donated to Goodwill and drew a lot of attention as it made it's way to the store shelves.

The skillet seemed to invoke warm feelings and memories. One lady said that her mother, as far back as she could remember, only cooked with cast iron pans. Another person had fond memories of camping with the whole family and their Grandpa making the best outdoor breakfasts in the cast iron skillets. Another shared that the best fried potatoes are made in cast iron. Yes, there seems to be a soft spot of cast iron skillets. This particular cast iron pan's cooking days has been deemed by some as over, but even that has been debated by those who have looked it over. A cast iron pan needs to be seasoned on a regular basis to keep away the rust and maintain its non-stick feature. But a cast iron pan can last a lifetime. If you find a pan that is truly beyond salvage for cooking, it can still have value as a decorative piece. ____________________________________________________________________

A cast iron skillet as unique surface for a country painting.

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You don't need to spend a lot of money to get a country look for the fall season or for any holiday. Just gather things around your home and place in a cast iron skillet. Apples, a few walnuts, and a candle.

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Here is a wonderful way to keep your pans handy for daily use, and also add character to your kitchen.

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 Check out these 10 Reasons You Need a Cast Iron Pan courtesy of Macheesmo.com

Happy Treasure Hunting for cast iron skillets!

add a little punk style to your thrift store clothes with safety pins.

Add a little punk and edge to your clothes and accessories with safety pins this fall.  Here are some very creative designs for your "P-inspiration!

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This refashioned dress is embellished with large safety pins. Wear a long sleeve shirt underneath for more coverage and a pair of leggings for fall days. You could do the same design with a long-sleeve t-shirt.

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This plaid jacket with a bird design is stunning. Could you imagine it with a Hunger Games symbol?

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Instrucatables.com has simple instructions for pinning these wings on the back of your jacket or shirt.

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Add a sunburst to a tank top, a crown to a pair of jeans, or follow the pattern of a sweater.

(Sources: Tank Top, Crown, Sweater)

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This designer bag retailed for $1,200.00. Think you could replicate it with a thrift store find and safety pins?

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How about luxe-punk? Take a simple faux pearl necklace and add gold safety pins. Source

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These are great weekend DIY projects. Shop your local Goodwill store, and have something cool and unique to wear at the beginning of your week.

Happy Treasure Hunting! 

Let's Dish! Fresh ideas for decorating with thrifted plates.

Have you seen the latest ideas in decorating with plates? We have gathered some fresh new ways to bring your thrifted, vintage or collectible plates into view. 

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Let's start of with something very unique:

These plates are arranged to mimic a grandfather clock! 

Upcycled pallets are everywhere these days. 
This pallet idea would be perfect for a country kitchen or cabin.

This plate display is made from a recycled dresser drawer. 

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Off the wall display ideas.

Plant your plates in the garden.

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Create this pretty vignette with another repurposed drawer to display thrifted plates and silverware.

                                                                       Display different plates as the seasons change.

__________________________          You will find ever changing merchandise at your local Goodwill Store.

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These plates are currently up for bid.
Copenhagen porcelain plate

Albion College Observatory, 1st edition wedge wood collectible plate.

"Motif #1" by Prescott W. Baston. 

HAPPY TREASURE HUNTING!

Show your Team Spirit DIY Style!

Football! Volleyball! Cross Country! Soccer! Cheer on your favorite teams with these fun DIY ideas this season.

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Awesome Kicks:

Pick up a pair of thrift store shoes and go a little crazy with some glitter and logos of your favorite team. Look for 3-D logos at stores that stock scrapbooking or craft supplies. 

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Complete tutorial for these Jay Hawk shoes here: Shannonberrey.com

Customize to your favorite team.

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Super cute team shoes. Follow link for diy instructions: Creativemeinspiredyou.com

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Stay warm cheering outside!

T-Shirt Blanket courtesy of SewMamaSew.com

(Visit this link for a no-sew tshirt blanket: thrifttown.com)

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How about this cute DIY infinity scarf? Click on link for this blogger' tutorial video: charmedvalerie.com

 

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Matching Fleece Hat & Scarf DIY                 Link to Tutorial

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T-Shirts! T-Shirts! T-Shirts!
This team ordered shirts, and mom customzed them.

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Quick and easy spray paint team shirt. Items to have ready:

• T-Shirt
• Spray Paint
• Card Board Letter Cut-Outs
• Flat surface
• Newspaper
• Link to Tutorial

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Very clever use of bleach and a thrift store tee. Head to choosetothrive.blogspot.com for a complete tutorial.

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Visit shopgoodwill.com and search "Sport" for a wide assortment of sporting items both new, used and vintage. 

Or Treasure Hunt your local Goodwill for your favorite team.

Happy Treasure Hunting!