Friday, May 14, 2010

Dilemma Almost Solved

A few weeks ago I posted this dilemma:
My candle holder with it's broken candles and kind of boring color!
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Then I shared a little bit of vinyl craftiness with the addition of this {oh so cute} number 6. I obviously painted the candle holder too. This is Krylon Bahama Sea spraypaint, which I am currently in love with:)Vinyl 6 I finally found the solution to the broken candles....which I think may have been suggested by a reader on my first dilemma post. I got a pack of six little terra cotta pots at Hobby Lobby. They were marked $2.27 and they were on sale for 50% off...so I got all six of them for a little over a dollar! As cute as they are, the color is just too close to the Sherwin Williams Baked Clay that is on the walls in my living room. So, I got out my trusty black spray paint and gave all six pots a good coating.
I think it turned out really great, and it looks completely different than it did when I started! Now, I am planning to melt down a few old candles to make the pots candles, because I know it will be almost impossible to find some that fit in the pots perfectly.
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We've also been busy outside. Here's a little hint.... I'll share more next week:) I hope you have a SUPER weekend!



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52 comments:

  1. He & Me + 3May 14, 2010 at 10:02 AM

    I love it. That did turn out super cute. Those little pots are adorable. Love the color you chose too.

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  2. UnknownMay 14, 2010 at 10:41 AM

    I LOVE bahama breeze spray paint! I have used it on a several pieces in my home. Fabulous and cute idea!

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  3. MyyaMay 14, 2010 at 10:59 AM

    Love the color! Great way to use all your old candles.

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  4. CarrieMay 14, 2010 at 11:13 AM

    That turned out great! I love those colors! Super, super cute! Boy you have been busy! Have a great weekend!

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  5. LeslieMay 14, 2010 at 11:45 AM

    It's VERY cute! Good for you! (What's the 6 for? I love the look. Just curious about the significance.)

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  6. UnknownMay 14, 2010 at 12:39 PM

    LOVE IT KELLI~ TOTALLY ADORABLE. I love the colors and the number 8 way to go!

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  7. More Than WordsMay 14, 2010 at 12:55 PM

    Wow!! It looks good already!!!!!

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  8. DarcieMay 14, 2010 at 1:05 PM

    I LOVE it..they worked perfectly! Have a great weekend!

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  9. MelissaMay 14, 2010 at 1:26 PM

    Ooooh - I like the pot idea...brilliant!!

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  10. AngieMay 14, 2010 at 1:31 PM

    so cute! ooohhh...working outside!! Fun :)

    you have a great weekend too Kelli!

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  11. CarrieMay 14, 2010 at 3:49 PM

    That turned out so well!

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  12. Amy @ Positively SplendidMay 14, 2010 at 4:19 PM

    SO smart to use those little pots! We actually saw some of them at Walmart yesterday, and my son was completely enthralled with those little things. They are too cute! :)

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  13. Frugal Home DesignsMay 14, 2010 at 7:29 PM

    Great solution, I love it.

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  14. BridgetMay 14, 2010 at 8:07 PM

    That turned out great!!!

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  15. carissaMay 14, 2010 at 9:10 PM

    i'm loving that paint selection, too!!! fantastic! the vinyl is fab, too!

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  16. RuthMay 14, 2010 at 9:29 PM

    That turned out great!! I love, love, love that blue.

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  17. StephanieMay 14, 2010 at 9:35 PM

    I love your fix!!!! Seriously you need to live closer to me so you can teach me all your creative ways!!!! :)

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  18. KmamaMay 14, 2010 at 9:46 PM

    Super cute. I love the little pots in it!!

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  19. Cindy @ This Adventure, Our LifeMay 14, 2010 at 11:16 PM

    Super cute! Great job on that :) Does the hint hint photo have to do with berries??!!

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  20. Tracy's Trinkets and TreasuresMay 15, 2010 at 7:10 AM

    Really smart idea. You can't go wrong with a pot and or a number! I like the colors too.

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  21. AnonymousMay 15, 2010 at 7:38 AM

    SO cute! I love it. THe color is fab as well. I have something for you:) http://www.kiddiescornerdeals.com/2010/05/tags-and-awardsthank-you.html

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  22. McCrakensx4May 15, 2010 at 8:43 AM

    I love how it all came together and turned out...great job!

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  23. Sugarplum Creations BlogMay 15, 2010 at 9:12 AM

    How fun! I love it! I love the color, and the pots are great!! :)

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  24. JillMay 15, 2010 at 12:41 PM

    Very cute! I love the way the pots look painted black and sticking out just a little!

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  25. Cassie BustamanteMay 15, 2010 at 9:07 PM

    hopped over from sunday showcase to say i love your candleholder! it was cool before, but it is awesome now! love the vinyl number on it and the color you used- very fresh!

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  26. ellie gMay 15, 2010 at 10:33 PM

    brand new to your darling blog. Just had to say that this is both genius, and awesome. Cyber high-five to you!

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  27. Beverly {Flamingo Toes}May 16, 2010 at 1:01 AM

    Very Very cute! I love the color and the vinyl. That looks so great. And those little pots are adorable.

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  28. EricaMay 16, 2010 at 9:49 AM

    I remember this from the decorating dilemmas Party. This turned out great! Stopping by from Sunday Showcase party.
    -Mama E
    www.homeandheartsblog.com

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  29. Ela@NewFamilyOnTheBlock.comMay 16, 2010 at 7:15 PM

    That turned out SUPER CUTE! I love that Krylon color too. I bought it and it matches nothing in my house, but its so pretty I'll find a way. Good crafting! I'm your newest follower! Stoping by from Sunday Showcase.

    ~Ela

    http://www.lifeinmypjs.com

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  30. Stephanie Lynn @Under the Table and DreamingMay 17, 2010 at 1:08 AM

    Love the color and the little pots are perfect! The number 6 is an adorable touch! Love it! Thanks so much for joining The Sunday Showcase Party! I greatly appreciate it! ~ Stephanie Lynn

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  31. Stephanie Lynn @Under the Table and DreamingMay 17, 2010 at 3:24 AM

    Hi Kelli. Just wanted to let you know I'll be featuring your candle mold tomorrow! Stop by and grab a featured button if you like! Love this! Thanks for joining the Sunday Showcase! ~ Stephanie Lynn

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  32. ashley mcgeheeMay 17, 2010 at 8:30 AM

    I'm guessing berry-picking. :)

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  33. alexis nicoleMay 17, 2010 at 5:47 PM

    This is super amazing!

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  34. Rachel @ Finding JoyMay 17, 2010 at 8:01 PM

    Love it. I especially love the 6 painted on. So cute.

    Well done!

    I'll be back.

    Rachel

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  35. Amanda @ Serenity NowMay 17, 2010 at 9:15 PM

    Kelli, I LOVE this!! :) I hope you'll link this up whenever I host another Progress party. :) This is truly great progress from your original Dilemma. :)

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  36. Yanet @ 3 Sun Kissed BoysMay 18, 2010 at 8:57 AM

    Great idea! Love the paint, love the decorating with number, love the black little pots!!!

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  37. Angie HoldenMay 18, 2010 at 11:32 AM

    Love what you did with this!!

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  38. {Kimber}May 18, 2010 at 1:05 PM

    turned out super cute {as usual} :)

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  39. Rebecca@This Present LifeMay 18, 2010 at 1:29 PM

    I love this! I actually have one of those that's longer and I've been wondering what to do with it. I just might have to borrow your idea ;) Found you at Tip Junkie.

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  40. AmandaMay 18, 2010 at 2:04 PM

    Love it, it really looks great! Wouldn't votive candles fit in those pots? Hard to tell what size they are from the photos. Love the redo!

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  41. MelaneeMay 20, 2010 at 9:40 PM

    Love the paint. I've called Ace, Home Depot, Lowes, and Walmart, and nobody has this color, or even another one I really like. Where did you get your Krylon paint?

    Darling site!

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  42. UnknownMay 21, 2010 at 1:18 PM

    What a great transformation! I love the colour, and the little terra cotta pots are just genius!

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  43. BayeMay 22, 2010 at 6:59 AM

    What a great idea! I confess to being a scented candle fanatic and to to raiding my husband's workshop. This project WILL happen. I bought some of those tiny pots a few years ago. They are so cute. I put tiny flowers in mine and lined them up on a bathroom shelf. Now I wish I had bought more.

    Thanks for sharing.

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  44. KelliMay 22, 2010 at 9:35 AM

    Now that is very cute. I love the pots and the little number.

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  45. RichellaMay 25, 2010 at 9:36 AM

    This looks great! What a wonderful solution to your problem--I think it looks even better than before!

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  46. shutterhappyhopeMay 25, 2010 at 9:38 AM

    I love this idea. I have one that needs to be modernized!

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  47. Lianna KnightMay 25, 2010 at 5:27 PM

    Great job! Love it! Please stop by and enter my giveaway... http://jillybeansdoggieboutique.blogspot.com/2010/05/doggie-bed-giveaway.html

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  48. MarieMay 25, 2010 at 9:54 PM

    Hello sweet Kelli - I'm a new follower of your fabulous blog via the CSI project! I love your candle holder makeover. That shade of blue is so pretty. And I love all things typography. The number looks great on there! Thank you for sharing.

    Blessings,
    Marie
    http://emmacallsmemama.com

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  49. Thrifty Decor ChickMay 25, 2010 at 10:35 PM

    OH I LOVE IT!! That little six is killing me! The blue with the black is pretty awesome too. :)

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  50. Jen @ tatertotsandjello.comMay 27, 2010 at 10:07 PM

    Thanks for linking up to our challenge Kelli. You are the best!

    I hope you can come by for the Hardware Store challenge next week :)

    XOXO
    jen

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  51. juliaMay 28, 2010 at 3:21 PM

    Great job on the candle holder. What a great transformation!!!

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  52. UnknownJune 28, 2010 at 7:53 PM

    This is awesome - I absolutely love it!

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