Why yes, yes I did haul home a 10 pound rusty wagon wheel hub…
who could resist such a thing?
… so, what to do with it?
well… you turn it into a vase…
Isn’t it amazing how objects can be made to look so old and rusty? The hub is authentic, the star… not so much…
I thought it looked pretty with my vintage baking powder tin (this is about as close I have gotten to baking anything this season)…
I found this cute little light spray at one of our little shops in town. Boy they can sure get you when you walk into a store and see all the pretty, sparkly displays…
… pretty… I actually have this little arrangement set up on a side table in the dining room/living room and it looks warm, so warm… but because there’s a mirror behind it, it’s impossible to photograph. I haven’t figured out how to do that yet without getting myself and and all the other reflections in the picture as well.
But, there you have it…
… that’s what you do with a 10 pound wagon wheel hub!
Update: In response to TexWisGirl who suggested I could use it as a weapon:
Yes…
It was Miss Barbara…
In the Dining Room…
With the Wheel Hub…
:)
Perfect!!!! This would be an awesome addition to our home. I love it.
You are so creative!! Beautiful arrangement!! and where, oh where did you find that fabulous rusty ol’ star??
I would have definitely brought that hub home too – love the fluting on the bottom…and the rust…you created the perfect arrangement!
Thank you, Amy!
really, really cute. and suitable for a weapon in case of emergencies.
lol, TexWisGirl!
It was Miss Barbara…
In the Dining Room…
With the Wheel Hub…
Look at you with your mad decorating skills, lights and all. I’d have never thought to use this piece in such a way. Very nice!
I Love the Wheel hub idea. My husband recently brought one home from his Mothers place that had sat around here and there before she passed. It still has the wood around it. I am Christmas decorating OUT for this year but I am sure I will be trying some similar thing with it in the near future. YOU are VERY CREATIVE.!! I Enjoy all you share. Thank you Jacqueline
Thank you so much, Jacqueline! I so appreciate your kind comment!
OMG Barb! YOU are so crafty! Once again, LOVING your images AND your decorations! Beautiful!! Hmmm, wonder if my hubby has a wheel hub lying around. I’m going to have to inspect his “junk” a little closer!
:)
You turned that rusty wheel hub into a beautiful decoration!! I would have thrown it away! You are very creative.
Great Work. And have a wonderful holiday season.
Okay, first I will tell you I’m laughing out loud that you brought that thing home. Who could resist it? I could! But the trick’s on me. I’m in awe with what you did to it. Absolutely. Beautiful. Yes.
I had a little giggle myself, Dotti!
Oh my, I could photograph the life out of this thing!!!
Pure genius, Barb!
Aren’t you clever! You’re the best recycler I’ve ever seen!
You are so creative, what a fab idea! And so beautifully done too! :)
OHHHH-That has got to be THE MOST creative thing i’ve seen repurposed…EVER! I need a book or a guide to help me “see”things! And that window/mirror….is THAT something you’ve made? I adore anything rusty and crusty! beautiful snaps Barbara (Are you a CLUE fan?)
Thank you, Kelly!! I appreciate your kind comments – and yes – I am a Clue fan! As a “child” I used to get real upset about it if I didn’t win! ;)
Oh gosh! Look what beautiful decoration you made!! Seriously love that piece of art Barb! Don’t you just love those little lights on stems? My son added them into his curly willow bouquet…now I know I need to head to my favorite little shop. :) Love this!
Thank you so much, Beverly! :)
Oh, what a great arrangement, Barb !
Such a creative idea, love rusty things … everything is so beautiful !
Nice weekend,
Sylvia
you are a girl after my own heart!!!
this is AMAZING….
as are you!
sending love…..xo, Kim
p.s. when I’m back on solid ground I’d love to connect with you lovely Barb…. talk soon
Love this rusty beaut!! You added the perfect touch to it!
I love this! The arrangement is just gorgeous. I have always been a sucker for old junk but I have never run across one of these. I’m going to keep my eye out for one.