A Recycled Accessory

So I needed a fun accessory for above the shelf in our small mud room. And because we have slate floors and a very neutral color palette, I was looking for something that felt very natural and organic.

I found this jute rope at Walmart and was instantly inspired to create a natural accessory for above my shelf.  I shopped the attic looking for an old vase that was the right size and shape but found nothing. Then I thought why not use a  large wine bottle.I started this project with tacky glue, but quickly realized that good ole' Elmer's glue works better. It doesn't set up as quick and gives you more time to make any adjustments to your rope. I started the rope at the bottom of the bottle and glued every other time I wrapped the rope around the bottle.

The bottom section of the bottle is where I used the most glue. The middle I used much less. And the top where the bottle gets smaller I used more glue again to keep the rope from gaping and showing the bottle underneath.

And here it is finished and sitting in our mud room!  I just love the natural n' organic feeling of this accessory! And wouldn't 2 or 3 of these be great in a grouping? Wow, a Diy accessory that start from the recycling bin...LOVE!

Frugalicious Friday Favorites

Wahoo, I'm excited...we had 34 participants link up their fabulous finds on Friday. Here are a few of my favorites from this fun day all about $aving!

Jane @ her blog Mamie Jane's showed us her Silver Pedestal Stand. She made this from a silver candle stick and a silver dish! So easy and pretty, and I love how she displayed this candle surrounded by Christmas ornaments.

The Mid Century Madam (yes, that's what she calls herself) from her blog Mid century Madness linked up this super hip cork lamp! Oh and she only paid $5...yup, I'd say she totally scored on this one. I really love this lamp and just look at the texture in that lamp shade...sigh!

Finally, Laurel from her blog Ducks in a Row shared her mirror project she put together for her little girl's room. Aren't these so pretty and at $6 each...super thrifty too! This is so cute and perfect for a little princess.

So that's a recap! As always, thank you for linkin' up! I love seeing every one's fabulous finds and projects and am inspired each week by your creativity and thriftiness!

Remember to check back in this Friday for another edition of Frugalicious Friday...where I'll be revealing my mini mudroom makeover. And link up while your here...we want to see more of your fabulous finds! See you then!