Who knew that True Value Hardware sold decorative decor? Well, mine actually does sell holiday decorations (and TRAINS!), but this is just about the most simple DIY project ever. Just something I picked up while shopping for another DIY project. It’s got a little industrial character. Just a little creative repurposing that even the most DIY-challenged person (like one who’s brain is already into next week’s vacation)…
Thick emergency candles
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Pipe fittings
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(you could even spray paint the pipe fittings but I love mine the way they are)
Instant Industrial Candle Sticks…
Restoration Hardware price would be ridiculous. True Value Hardware price is less than $10 for a set of 3.
Not just for Christmas…I love unique objects turned decorating and when was the last time men in your family noticed or commented on your decor? I think this one will get an admirer or two. What do you think?
It’s December – I know you’ve been decorating and working on festive DIY, right? Let’s see!
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Learn some fun things you didn’t know about me. I’ve answered 10 random questions over at Making a House a Home where I’m hanging out with my awesome DIY friends, Lana & Joey today!
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12 Bloggers
12 Colors
12 Days of Holiday DIY
Dec. 1st ~ GREEN ~ The Design Confidential
Dec. 2nd ~ WHITE ~ Domestically Speaking
Dec. 3rd ~ BLUE/PURPLE ~ Fireflies & JellyBeans
Dec. 4th ~ SILVER ~ Freckled Laundry
Dec. 5th ~ GRAY ~ Primitive & Proper
Dec. 6th ~ SPARKLE/GLITTER ~ A Girl and a Glue Gun
Dec. 7th ~ MIRROR/CLEAR ~ The DIY Show Off
Dec. 8th ~ EARTH TONES ~ Making the World Cuter
Dec. 9th ~ RED ~ It’s So Very Cheri
Dec. 10th ~ GOLD ~ 504 Main
Dec. 11th ~ CHALKBOARD ~ WhisperWood Cottage
Dec. 12th ~ MULTI-COLOR ~ The DIY Club
I LOVE this idea!! You know, whenever I have to go to a hardware/home improvement store I find myself trying to look at their 'stuff' through different eyes — you really caught something great with these pipe fittings! I too love them unpainted!
So clever! Have a wonderful vacation …
Thanks for hosting the Holiday DIY party! I'm happy to be linking this week.
~ Julie
I love those woven wood ball things- where do I get those? I need to make some sort of festive centerpiece for my dining table and I was thinking that would be good. Thanks!
Thanks, ladies!
Karen – I can't remember! I've had them for a couple of years and I didn't get them all at once. Maybe check Michael's or Joann's. I do use them year round so definitely getting my money's worth. 🙂