Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Pinterest Challenge: Fall Edition


I enjoyed the summer edition of Young House Love's Pinterest Challenge and Bower Powers Pinterest Challenge so much, that I am back again.  I had lots of great projects pinned that I could use for inspiration. But when I saw this idea for a handmade state ornament, I knew I found the perfect jumping off point.
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Sillyeaglebooks.com
I had purchased all of these vintage puzzle pieces in the shape of states, and was just waiting for something to do with them.
Vintage Wooden State Puzzle Piece- Price is for 1 piece

Christmas tree ornament....well don't mind if I do!  I took a small drill bit and drilled a hole.  This was easy to do, as the puzzle piece is made of wood.  Just make sure you find the "center" of the piece so it hangs evenly.  Then I tied a length of jute through the hole and made a loop.


You can certainly hang it from your tree.  But if you don't celebrate Christmas or are working on this project the other 11 months of the year, hang it from anywhere.


I think it looks cute hanging from the knob of my mid-century china hutch!
So how 'bout you?  Been inspired by Pinterest lately?  Or perhaps you are making something into an ornament?


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14 comments:

  1. michelle@decorandthedogOctober 30, 2012 at 1:33 PM

    Cute idea! I did state art too!

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    1. housevintageOctober 30, 2012 at 1:41 PM

      Okay, I'm headed to your site to look right now! Thanks for commenting!

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  2. UnknownOctober 30, 2012 at 2:00 PM

    Cute idea for sure! I have some Sculpey oven bake clay that I'm looking to use up for some projects. I think I could form our province (I'm from Canada) in some and do something very similar! Thanks for sharing!

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    1. housevintageOctober 30, 2012 at 2:03 PM

      Yes, that would work well I think. Thanks for commenting!

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  3. Michelle DuPuisOctober 30, 2012 at 5:01 PM

    I'm always looking for new things to hang on our tree. Great idea!

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    1. housevintageOctober 30, 2012 at 5:06 PM

      Me too, I get bored with the same ornaments year after year!

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  4. megan {homemade ginger}October 30, 2012 at 6:29 PM

    Cute! I love this idea! I would LOVE for you to link this up at my Ginger Jamboree Link Party!!

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    1. housevintageOctober 30, 2012 at 10:03 PM

      Thanks Megan for the invite. I will certainly link up.

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  5. Jennifer @ Dimples and TanglesOctober 30, 2012 at 10:50 PM

    Very cute idea...the states but also for other favorite puzzles that might be outgrown!

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    1. housevintageOctober 31, 2012 at 8:58 AM

      Jennifer, that is a great idea! That way a favorite childhood memory can be preserved forever.

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  6. TamsynOctober 30, 2012 at 11:35 PM

    I love this!! It has a porcelain look about it, so perfect for Christmas :)

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  7. Crystal @ 29 Rue HouseNovember 1, 2012 at 9:47 PM

    Hi - Here from YHL! I love your ornament and that it came from a vintage puzzle piece makes it even cooler! It is so cute you could definitely leave it out year round. Nice job!

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    1. housevintageNovember 2, 2012 at 9:41 AM

      Thanks for stopping by. I'm thinking I might leave it where it is!

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