Drawing inspiration from the above Pottery Barn centerpiece, I wanted to create a look that incorporated an antique or vintage piece for my table top.

It all came together using the following items:

• An old sieve from a local antique shop
• Three vases from Marshalls
• Acorns from my yard
• Faux green pears from Michaels
• Candles

Pottery Barn’s “found” accessories are copies of antiques. Why not purchase a real antique at a fraction of the cost?

Continuing with my Scrapbook Supplies Turned Art post. I purchased some frames from Home Goods, loved them for my powder room, but didn’t want to put photos of people in them.
This project plays into the look of pressed flowers. Same concept, but a modern look. I purchased two sheets of thick deep red paper for .20 cents a piece. Then attached the leaves to the paper with a little spray adhesive. I sprayed it on a paper plate and dipped the leave in so it would still have a raised look rather than laying flat. The end result is perfect for fall and inexpensive enough to change out.

While at Michael’s Art & Crafts stumbled upon these metals keys for scrap booking pages.

I was reminded of my previous post Key Art. Yes, these keys are made from metal, cut flat so you wouldn’t need an extra deep frame and best of all, cost less than $4! This got me thinking… what else can I find in the scrap booking section to fill my currently bare walls?

Find the keys online here: 1-2-3 Stitch.

My summer hiatus is officially over! It’s been a busy couple of months. I have lots of projects in production and  I LOVE to decorate for the fall season. Antiques, thrift store finds and found art-- I’m excited to share what’s been going on at The Penny Parlor. Stay tuned!