Tuesday, December 27, 2011

Stocking Stretcher Re-do


Vintage wire stretchers...for stockings or gloves...
You see them often at flea markets.
A few weeks ago my junking buddy Paula and I 
came across two pair...for a song.
...one pair for each of us.

Back at her house after our junking jaunt...
...Paula started playing with hers...
...out came her stash of lace, her favorite linen thread,
 a bit of winter themed ephemera and decoration.

Voila!


Mine are still sitting in a basket in the corner of my bedroom...
...waiting for divine inspiration to come my way!

:)

I'm sitting here on my bed with a box of tissues by my side...
...feeling just a tad sorry for myself as I had to cancel a much anticipated meet up with Liz from the blog Liz Loves Vintage.
We had planned on lunch and a bit of antiquing today but, 
alas...I came down with a Christmas cold.
So...boo hoo...
I look a lot like Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer right now!
Hoping to re-schedule soon...
Aaah...choooo!


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40 comments:

  1. www.MaisonStGermain.comDecember 27, 2011 at 3:15 PM

    Oh no!!! Puffs,with lotion and vicks all in one is the popular thing around here. The reason that I know this is that everyone who came here for Christmas who were sick with colds brought them. It's only a matter of time now............
    Hope you feel better soon:)
    ~Debra xxx
    Capers of the vintage vixens

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  2. Blessed SerendipityDecember 27, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    I love the way the stocking stretchers turned out. How creative. Sending get well soon wishes your way.

    Danielle

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  3. Vintage GalDecember 27, 2011 at 3:30 PM

    That is the cutest stocking stretcher ever. YOu have given me such inspiration. Take care of your cold, tea, lots of fluids and ofcourse, chicken soup. ;-)

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  4. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Hoping you feel better soon..What a great stretcher idea..Your inspiration will come once your cold unfogs your head..HA..Have a great week..

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  5. AnonymousDecember 27, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    Oh no ..... Time will make you feel better !!
    My Wish for you & yours is Good Health & Happiness for the New Year !!
    Marilyn

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  6. time worn interiorsDecember 27, 2011 at 4:39 PM

    Oh that sucks! So Sorry you feel bad! Hope you are better soon!

    Love the stocking strecher! Looks so cute with the lace on it!

    tot

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  7. time worn interiorsDecember 27, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    I know I spelled stretcher wrong! I was typing to fast!
    tot

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  8. AriadneDecember 27, 2011 at 4:40 PM

    Remember Rudolph is the one we all know and love!Get well soon!AriadnefromGreece!

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  9. HomeroadDecember 27, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    Laura those stocking stretchers are so cool! I love the way it's decorated!
    Susan

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  10. LizlovesVintageDecember 27, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    I hope you are feeling better since, we chatted. I was thinking about you today and thought what a miserable rainy day. Good thing you didn't venture out. It's a day to stay in with your pj's and be cozy, warm ;)
    Get Well Soon,
    xxx Liz

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  11. LizlovesVintageDecember 27, 2011 at 6:36 PM

    Oops!! I love the stocking stretcher idea!
    Liz

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  12. LisaDecember 27, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    Feel better! I love the stocking stretcher! Hope you can have your visit soon.
    Hugs, Lisa

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  13. EvaDecember 27, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    I love your blog and have it listed on my blog as a blog I follow. I hope you feel better soon!

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  14. The Blue FarmhouseDecember 27, 2011 at 9:33 PM

    I just learned something today because I have never heard of "stocking stretchers". I remember my grandma just using her hands:) Hope you are better soon and looking forward to seeing your inspiration for your sticking stretcher.

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  15. Burlap LuxeDecember 27, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    I have seen the small glove stretchers but not a stocking one:)
    I think it is a great accent piece used in your design style. It looks like it would make a great pattern for making stockings.

    I am never disappointed when I visit your place that inspires.
    xx
    Dore

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  16. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageDecember 27, 2011 at 10:30 PM

    Such a darling creation for Christmas! Hope you feel better soon! Happy New Year!

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  17. GertDecember 27, 2011 at 11:05 PM

    Oh I pray you are feeling better real soon! Love that lace mde into a stocking! Beautiful!

    Blessings,
    Gert

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  18. The Polka Dot ClosetDecember 27, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    Hope you feel better soon! Seems colds are going around now. I have never seen a stocking stretcher, that is so neat!!

    Carol

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  19. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonDecember 28, 2011 at 12:54 AM

    Love the dolled up stocking stretcher! So sorry to hear your under the weather. My hubby is fighting the same thing. Guess I won't be snuggling up to him tonite. lol! Wishing you a quick recovery and a fun luncheon with your friend.

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  20. Andi's English AtticDecember 28, 2011 at 4:43 AM

    Get well soon. xx

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  21. Sandi~A Cottage MuseDecember 28, 2011 at 7:15 AM

    Thanks for sharing this sweet idea ~ hope you feel better soon!

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  22. DortheDecember 28, 2011 at 7:44 AM

    Dear Laura, how sad for you,I hoope it will soon be gone,again, so you can celebrate new years eve- fully well again.
    Hugs,Dorthe

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  23. SHUG IN BOOTS {Beth}December 28, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    Ha! I didn't even know such things existed! I'll have to add this to my list of vintage Christmas obsessions. :)

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  24. Andy's AtticDecember 28, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    So sorry you have a cold. Hope you feel much better very soon. The stretcher is great.
    Annette

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  25. Mouse Droppings Folk ArtDecember 28, 2011 at 12:00 PM

    Sorry for the cold...bad timing...I had one just before Xmas...love the lace and stretcher idea,the old postcard of the skates adds a beautiful final touch. Cheers, Susan

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  26. Fort lapinDecember 28, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Dear Laura I hope your feeling better soon!

    the stocking stretcher is great!! i have never heard about it..


    Love and a big hugg from me..
    PeetX

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  27. Recycled RitaDecember 28, 2011 at 1:03 PM

    So sorry your sick! Airborne helps the severity for me...I love all your vignettes! Happy New Year! karen....

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  28. AnonymousDecember 28, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Sorry to hear that you are ill Laura!! smiling thinking of you as a Rudolf!!! Im junking in England in this days!! Love and Good Health to you & family all on 2012!! W. the Antiques Lovers

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  29. RebeccaDecember 28, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Oh I hope you are better by now and can ring in the new year without ringing in your ears!
    Wishing you a joyous New Year!
    Blessings
    Rebecca
    PS Love the stocking stretcher idea!

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  30. WolvesAtTheDoorDecember 28, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    That stocking is like, totally cool!

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  31. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesDecember 28, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    Too bad you had to miss the meet-up! Hope you are feeling better soon, Laura!

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  32. Tina@WhatWeKeepDecember 28, 2011 at 8:03 PM

    Get well soon and Happy New Year to you!

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  33. AnonymousDecember 28, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    What an absolutely fabulous idea! Thanks for the inspiration and I hope you are feeling better soon!

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  34. BohemianDecember 28, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    May you soon be feeling 100% again... and may 2012 bring you abundant Blessings, endless possibilities and the very Happiest of Memories.

    Dawn... The Bohemian

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  35. Garden Antqs VintageDecember 28, 2011 at 9:14 PM

    Laura, what a pretty idea! Hope you have one of the best years yet. Looking forward to more great posts of yours in the new year.

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  36. {Bellamere Cottage}December 29, 2011 at 1:49 AM

    Hope you get rid of your yukkies and get inspiration for your stretchers right away!

    Happy New Year!

    Spencer

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  37. DearHelenHartmanDecember 29, 2011 at 7:54 AM

    Feel better soon. The stocking stretcher idea knocked my socks off! Next time I find them I am snapping them up (the stretchers, not my socks)

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  38. Linens Lace and LattesDecember 29, 2011 at 9:43 AM

    VERY cute idea!
    deb
    linens lace and lattes

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  39. Maison BeldecorDecember 29, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Hi Rudolph (hihi),

    hope you feeling better, I get a bad cold before Christmas and now I have cough, so you see you are not alone...

    The stockings look great, a fabulous idea!

    Take care my friend, and all the best for 2012!

    Rudolph (Bine)

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  40. Jill Marcott-McCall ~Feathers & Flight~December 29, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    So Gorgeous Laura! A Really Brilliant Idea
    Oh no.. Christmas Cold! Don't you just Hate That!Get Well soon!
    Warm Regards
    Jill

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