5.01.2009

Artichoke Inspiration

*Updated to add: I got my vinyl monogram from this website!  Great customer service, adorable four-pack of "G" letters for my monogramming obsession!  Love it!

You all know I have a big ol' book where I keep torn-out pages of decorating inspiration.  I am sure many of you have one too!  I was flipping through it the other day and saw this adorable pitcher (and no, that is not a spelling error!) of artichokes in the April 2008 issue of Better Homes and Gardens.

Hmmm...I had picked up a simple pitcher at Goodwill a few months ago, and I thought I had some cream spray paint in the garage.

So all it took was a quick trip to Hobby Lobby where these little artichokes were 50% off.   I added a little vinyl decal "G" (for our last name) that I had left over from another project.  It's not an exact match but I am happy with it!

Cuteness for not a lot of cash, my favorite combo!  Have a great weekend!
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51 comments:

  1. Shell in your PocketMay 1, 2009 at 6:24 AM

    oh my! I love it!
    sandy toe

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  2. Wendy May 1, 2009 at 6:28 AM

    That is darling! I love artichokes...something sophisticated about that vegie. hee hee.

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  3. julieMay 1, 2009 at 6:28 AM

    That is adorable...I like yours even better!

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  4. KelliMay 1, 2009 at 6:30 AM

    You still got it girly...that's adorable.

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  5. southerninspirationMay 1, 2009 at 6:34 AM

    You're so clever!! I love it!!
    Love the monogram!

    Suzanne

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  6. StaceyMay 1, 2009 at 6:40 AM

    Way to go!

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  7. LisaMay 1, 2009 at 6:50 AM

    ADORABLE!!!

    I'm so sorry that I never got back to you about RR!!! I'm usually not a flakey person. Life is crazy right now....but that's no excuse. So sorry!

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  8. Stacey @ The Blessed NestMay 1, 2009 at 6:57 AM

    Such a cute project, I love the pitcher makeover!!!

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  9. SarahMay 1, 2009 at 7:03 AM

    This so great! I haven't experimented with the stick on letters yet. I'm afraid I'll get addicted and everything in my home will have a letter on it.

    How did last night go?

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  10. JbooMay 1, 2009 at 7:20 AM

    So cute!! You constantly amaze me!!

    Have a fun weekend!

    Janet

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  11. Laurel @ Ducks in a RowMay 1, 2009 at 7:23 AM

    I have a pitcher that stands empty - I LOVE this idea. I'm off to copy today.

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  12. ChristinaMay 1, 2009 at 7:29 AM

    That is fabulous! I need to get some decals to use on projects!

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  13. jamieMay 1, 2009 at 7:39 AM

    I love it! The pitcher, the decal, and the artichokes!

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  14. KimmyMay 1, 2009 at 7:41 AM

    I have a "big 'o book" too... I really feel better knowing you have one too... made me think I'm not so crazy! And this idea is brilliant... #1 reproducing the idea from the magazine BUT #2 spray painting and adding the "G" -- took it to a whole. 'notha. level! Love it... ~ kim

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  15. ShannonMay 1, 2009 at 8:13 AM

    So cute! I love the addition of the "G"!

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  16. John and LisaMay 1, 2009 at 8:31 AM

    Okay, so I'm a fan of paint, but I NEVER would have thought about painting a crockery pitcher! This is too cute!

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  17. JoannaMay 1, 2009 at 8:50 AM

    What a cute idea!

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  18. AmandaMay 1, 2009 at 8:56 AM

    OK< I am cracking-up b/c not only do I have a big book of ideas/inspiration I believe I have the same page torn out...with the ferns throughout the bookcase.Ha! I am just so happy you are back blogging! have a happy May Day

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  19. Carry GraceMay 1, 2009 at 9:38 AM

    Very cute! I'm glad your craftiness is back.

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  20. Ashley May 1, 2009 at 9:47 AM

    I love it, It's better than a perfect match, you personalized it! Where do you find all your vinyl lettering???

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  21. Twice as NiceMay 1, 2009 at 10:00 AM

    One thing I love about blogging is that it has taught me to look beyond what something is to see what it could be. I think I have passed up a lot of great things because I didn't do this before. I never went to yard sales much and certainly not Good Will.
    Love how you monogrammed the pitcher too. A nice touch!
    Have a happy weekend.
    The Twins

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  22. ShannonMay 1, 2009 at 10:01 AM

    The pitcher looks great repainted~ especially with the monogram decal.

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  23. jennykate77May 1, 2009 at 10:06 AM

    I LOVE that! I've been seeing artichokes used in arrangements and such lately. They look so fresh and clean, especially paired with an adorable white pitcher like the one you re-purposed...with a monogram! LOVELY!

    Hope you've had a great week!!

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  24. the undomesticated wifeMay 1, 2009 at 10:18 AM

    That's really cute! You could put different things in there for the different seasons...hydrangeas, pumpkins and sunflowers, winter greenery and berries. Oh, I'm so full of ideas for you. LOL

    I think I have that same pitcher with the blue stripe. I think my mom gave it to me. I'll have to find it. I have no idea where it is.

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  25. WindyMay 1, 2009 at 11:35 AM

    As usual, it's great!

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  26. VictoriaMay 1, 2009 at 12:43 PM

    Wow, it looks beautiful! What a great idea.

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  27. MelissaMay 1, 2009 at 1:04 PM

    Love the artichokes and the monogram, Carrie! So glad you found the buffalo check as well...

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  28. Ally's CornerMay 1, 2009 at 1:14 PM

    I have my great grandmother pitcher in my bedroom; I have white roses in it. It’s one of my favorite things.

    You did a great job on it.

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  29. JuiceMay 1, 2009 at 1:37 PM

    One of these days I will get over my spray paint phobia.... looks great!

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  30. Natalie ODonnellMay 1, 2009 at 2:03 PM

    LOVE IT!

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  31. Thrifty Decor ChickMay 1, 2009 at 2:28 PM

    LOVE that pitcher!! I have artichokes on my table too but never thought about doing that with them (mine are in a tray).

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  32. TaraMay 1, 2009 at 4:24 PM

    why am i not surprised it's adorable?? i love it!

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  33. Heidi BoosMay 1, 2009 at 4:48 PM

    You are always so amazing at pulling these projects off! It looks professional. Love the monogram! This would also look adorable with hydrangeas. ;)

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  34. WhisperWood CottageMay 1, 2009 at 6:53 PM

    You've got guts! And it paid off! I wouldn't have thought of painting that pitcher! Brilliant idea!

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  35. Carol KennonMay 1, 2009 at 7:16 PM

    Love it. I have used these exact artichokes from Hobby Lobby in many arrangements. Great job.

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  36. LanaMay 1, 2009 at 8:03 PM

    This is too cute!!

    I am in the process of starting a decorating book of ideas!!!

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  37. sherriMay 1, 2009 at 8:48 PM

    Very cute! I love artichokes!

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  38. Lisa & GeraldMay 2, 2009 at 7:10 AM

    You go girl.. you always have great idea's.. Love it...

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  39. UnknownMay 2, 2009 at 8:09 AM

    Cuteness for not a lot of cash! I love it! What a perfectly perfect motto! I used to have a book filled with ideas like that. And now it is lost somewhere in the garage. I miss it : ).

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  40. JamieMay 2, 2009 at 8:44 AM

    Wow! It turned out very cute! Love the monogram.

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  41. AnonymousMay 2, 2009 at 3:37 PM

    love it! i think i have one of those pitcher...now i know what to do with it.

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  42. Ms. TeeMay 2, 2009 at 6:22 PM

    So very cute! I love artichokes with white pottery. :)

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  43. AJMay 2, 2009 at 10:01 PM

    Love how you still find the time to be crafty with two little ones at home:) Henry is getting so big and what a cutie he is! Love everything you've done!!!

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  44. Half Gaelic, Half Garlic!May 3, 2009 at 7:24 AM

    It looks fantastic!! I am so glad you are back to blogging again....I have missed all your tips and redo's!!

    Hope you are having a wonderful weekend!

    Lisa

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  45. JenniferMay 3, 2009 at 2:37 PM

    I so love that Idea! I saw those at the Hobby Lobby and they had them 50% off a month ago. I just didn't know what to do with them! Thanks for sharing your awesome idea!

    Jennifer

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  46. SoBella CreationsMay 3, 2009 at 4:47 PM

    I think it looks fantastic! I would have never thought to spray paint. Great idea!

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  47. DawnMay 3, 2009 at 7:44 PM

    That is soooo cute! Great idea!

    Hugs from Eventually Cottage!

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  48. AnonymousMay 3, 2009 at 9:44 PM

    oh gosh! that is so cute! I love every bit of it! :)

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  49. KateMay 4, 2009 at 12:23 PM

    Oh this is cute, cute, cute!

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  50. angie {the arthur clan}May 4, 2009 at 9:30 PM

    You are back in creativity mode. Wow! That's beautiful.

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  51. BeckiJune 5, 2009 at 8:52 AM

    Now, I know that you are not an expert but...I have a jug that I want to paint (very similar to yours in this post), however I use the jug to wash my childrens' hair and it would therefore need to be waterproof. Would you recommend the paint that you used here? Thanks, Becki

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