Friday, March 4, 2011

SNS #71 brings you ~ benches and a giveaway winner

  

Welcome to Saturday Nite Special #71, the 'benches' edition!




If you're new here, join in! There are three categories to link to. Home Decor as well as Crafts, Sewing, Recipes, plus the 3rd themed link up which stays open indefinitely. Check below for this weekend's theme.

Party starts Fri night and ends Sunday 11pm pacific, so you have all weekend to join!

I LOVE to highlight inspiring posts during the event on the sidebar, so make sure you check in several times over the weekend. You may be next. :)
this weekend's theme

~ benches ~


This is my most favorite bench in the whole wide world.



I found this gem two years ago and couldn't bring myself to cough up $200 for it. It was huge, vintage, and had the perfect patina. I wanted it for a coffee table. So I just told myself I ought to try and make one.

Well, I'm not afraid anymore. :) However I just couldn't swing whipping it out this week. Instead, I decided to do a little digging in google to see what I could find for further inspiration. And was I ever pleasantly surprised. :)


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Ohhh I love this! Not only do I love the style, but that colour is so fun. I'd have this as a coffee table this very instant if I could!

Ahh!! This one is so authentically factory. Isn't it wonderful? Love their photo studio too.


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Oh you've got to be kidding me! Although this is a mini bench, wouldn't it be fab in life size? My mind's spinning full tilt now...





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How original are these? I just love the old world vibe they offer.


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I just LOVE a good vintage bench design. Although this one looks a tad tipsy, I LOVE the lines.

Oh goodness... now I want my new coffee table bench more than ever! Guess I'd better start scrounging up looking for wood. :)

Got a cool bench to show? Link'er up in this weekend's 3rd themed linkup! 

~ next up ~

outdoor elements indoors


Be sure to check the themed linkups master list to add your newest creations anytime. They're always open. List HERE.

 


 Winner of The Pleated Poppy giveaway is:



Lorie from Vintage Country Girl!

Congrats! I'll have Lindsey email you so you two can hook up!

 
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 2. Please put a link in your post (button or text) that leads back to the party so others can see what's up. (see BUTTONS label under main blog header)

 3. This party is geared for DIY type projects we can all attempt to make ourselves. Items for sale may be linked up IF your entry is posted on your blog and in tutorial style.

4. For Home Decor and Crafts, Sewing, Cooking, please link projects up that are new to SNS and/or within 1 month old.  This helps keep content fresh.

The 3rd weekly themed link may have older posts and not brand new to SNS and will remain open for your new additions at any time. Click HERE for the main list.

If you can't decide which category to enter yours in, please just pick ONE and go with it. It's all good!











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29 comments:

  1. HoosierHomemadeMarch 4, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    Donna...Thanks for being my #1 Referrer in February!
    I think I need to add some benches to my decor!
    Always...such fun!
    ~Liz

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  2. Confessions of a Plate AddictMarch 4, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    Fun benches, Donna! Can't wait to see what you do! Happy weekend!...hugs...Debbie

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  3. UnknownMarch 4, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    Oh, man! You know I need that Coke bench! I'm inspired by all of those awesome benches, though. I immediately turned to my husband and told him I needed some more wood from his grandpa's old barn. I'm definitely making one in the very near future! Have a great weekend!

    Miranda
    www.justdrinkacoke.blogspot.com

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  4. DebbiedoosMarch 4, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    What awesome inspiration. I can see you for sure coming up with something cool!

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  5. Sonya@Beyond the Screen DoorMarch 4, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    I agree! I'm loving that bench! But even more, I'm loving that big basket!

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  6. Heaven's WalkMarch 4, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    I've got some benches my hubby made for me just like that out around our fire pit! We love them!

    xoxo laurie

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  7. Sandy AngMarch 4, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    Really enjoyed the selection of benches you shared !

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  8. AnnaleaMarch 4, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Those are fabulous benches! I especially love the very first one. The swervy detail at the bottom of the legs is a fun little twist.

    So, I thought of you today when I read Cathe Holden's post today over at Just Something I made. I think you would really love her stuff. She's more crafty than build-y, but her work would look right at home in your place. :) Here's the link: http://justsomethingimade.com/2011/03/anything-goes-pennant-bunting-garland/

    Have fun . . .

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  9. Handy Man, Crafty WomanMarch 4, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    I just love old benches! thanks for hosting this link party every weekend.

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  10. JanetMarch 4, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    OOOH, benches! These are gorgeous, thanks for sharing!!

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  11. SueannMarch 5, 2011 at 1:08 AM

    Love the benches!!! Especially that factory inspired on...fabulous for sure!!
    Hugs
    SueAnn

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  12. AmandaMarch 5, 2011 at 4:26 AM

    Oh yay! I actually have a bench to share! I made my Shabby Chic Cottage Garden Bench from an old weathered white round picnic table bench. I used to own a craft store in Richmond, IL. it's a little antique shop town. The shops are all old two story houses from the mid 1800's, so they are all in a row and the backyards are just that, yards, not alleys! Anyway, my backyard butted up to another store owner's backyard and he had this sole bench seat sitting outside under a little crab apple tree. it was old, weathered big time from rain and snow, and all chippy. He let me have it and I painted a cottage garden scene on it. Everyone that came into the store would compliment it. I put it out each spring, summer and fall as a decoration in my yard :)

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  13. Randi~Dukes and DuchessesMarch 5, 2011 at 4:42 AM

    I love all the stool ideas ... thanks for hosting!

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  14. Andy PorterMarch 5, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    I could look at benches all day long {{sigh}}. Thanks!

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  15. Noble VintageMarch 5, 2011 at 7:35 AM

    I was just thinking this week about making a bench for the foot of our bed! This is perfect! :)
    I love the mini coke bench- how cute would that be for books or cookbooks??
    have a great weekend!

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  16. LilaMarch 5, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    I love the green bench! and yes it would be the perfect table.

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  17. AnonymousMarch 5, 2011 at 8:12 AM

    Thanks for hosting, I love benches. now i have to get to work on one!!!

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  18. Full Circle CreationsMarch 5, 2011 at 8:41 AM

    I can't wait to see what you make. I loved those industrial benches. I have some wood in the old corn crib that would make a perfect top...I guess I need to pull that out. Thanks for hosting!

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  19. AnonymousMarch 5, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    Great bench ideas! Thanks for hostessing.

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  20. Vivienne @ the V SpotMarch 5, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    These benches are fabulous! Thank you for hosting. I think this is my first time linking up. I'm off to go check out the fabulous projects out there!

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  21. DebbiedoosMarch 5, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Hi Donna!~ I loved this segment. Your sources and inspiration are great..I can see you working on one right now as we speak. THanks for hosting. http://debbie-debbiedoos.blogspot.com

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  22. Barb@curlywillowdiyMarch 5, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    I love all your photos of great benches. I need(want) 2 54 inch benches for my entry way. Sooo hard to find that size. Thanks for hosting the party!
    -barb-

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  23. Sue (Vintage Rescue)March 5, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    It's so ironic that you featured benches this week. I just pulled mine from my booth. It's an astounding 55" of chippy robins-egg blue but just wasn't selling during the winter. I'm inspired for the spring! XOX

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  24. PriorMarch 5, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    Donna that 2nd bench is way cool, and love the little coke bench, how sweet is that! Great party thanks for hosting! Lezlee

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  25. Lynn at Cottage and CreekMarch 6, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Great post, Donna. Love the benches and especially the rustic, natural, well-loved patina evident on each one. Thanks for hosting all this inspiration. Love your blog and am your newest follower.

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  26. Mary Ann PickettMarch 6, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    So much fun. Following you and off to look at all the talent!
    Mary Ann

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  27. Liz @ the Brambleberry CottageMarch 6, 2011 at 11:33 AM

    Thanks for hosting such an awesome party, Donna! There are always so many wonderful ideas on here - especially from you. ;)

    I would love to have you join me for my five-week-long linky party - "Funny Faux Pas Follies". Click the picture in the sidebar for details.

    Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
    http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

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  28. Vintage Country GirlMarch 6, 2011 at 12:45 PM

    THANK YOU SO MUCH for choosing me to win the pleated poppy prize!!! YEAH!!!!! I love all your bench choices too, but I think the chippy green one is my favorite.

    THANKS AGAIN! I'm your biggest fan. Can't wait till the book comes out!

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  29. PriorMarch 6, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Donna, I was thrilled my coke bench is featured on your side bar! Thanks, I'll post about it soon! Lezlee

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