Saturday, March 7, 2009

Kitchen Strainer Junk Project


Being a native Minnesotan, you can imagine how excited I was to see that our Lowes in Ocala Florida has their garden department chock full of flowers! I couldn't resist! I was planning to use this vintage kitchen strainer for an organizing project, but thought I'd give you a little spring tease.


I carefully bent the metal rods between the strainer and the wood handle with a vice to create a 90 degree angle. Took 20 seconds. I lined the strainer with sheet moss I found in the garden department and planted my flowers. (Be sure to soak moss in water.)


I promise I will come up with an organizing project as well...I just couldn't resist! My husband called to tell me it was 50 degrees in Minnesota today, a heat wave, for sure. I just didn't have the heart to tell him I got a little sunburn while working in the garden.

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Peace,
Ki
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21 comments:

  1. Zita - Mlle MagpieMarch 7, 2009 at 5:01 PM

    That's a fab idea, Ki!

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  2. The Whistle StopMarch 7, 2009 at 5:13 PM

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  3. The Whistle StopMarch 7, 2009 at 5:15 PM

    Jealous for sure, Ki ! Here in Nebraska it's 34 degrees and rain turning to ice tonight! We did have 2 nice days, one reaching 70 degrees. Just a spring tease for sure. Enjoy your sunshine and send some our way!
    Laurie

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  4. CiNdEe's GaRdEnMarch 7, 2009 at 8:11 PM

    Thats a great idea! I have one of those too(-: It was nice here today too!

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  5. Elle Jay BeeMarch 7, 2009 at 8:36 PM

    I love it; and I can't wait until I, too, can visit the garden centers and begin planning my flower beds.

    Enjoy that sunny weather!
    Linda

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  6. Womandriver2@gmail.comMarch 7, 2009 at 9:47 PM

    I wish I had a knack for looking at one thing and seeing all the other potential it has.. I shall start practicing! :)

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  7. Trish GoodfieldMarch 7, 2009 at 11:16 PM

    What a great idea.You see these all the time at the dump.

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  8. ...and she lived...March 7, 2009 at 11:44 PM

    Cute! I'm so jealous, I'm in MN and am so sick of winter!

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  9. AnonymousMarch 8, 2009 at 8:10 AM

    How very sweet! Hmmm...do you have some chandelier crystals around to hang from the little "thingies" that ordinarily hold the strainer aloft over a bowl?
    I just love your idea. Now I know what to do with all the strainers I see in the antique shop downtown. Sometimes this old brain could use some repurposing nudges! Good one here, Ki!
    Diane

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  10. CammieMarch 8, 2009 at 9:53 AM

    I definitely have spring fever now! Its snowing here right now. When will spring arrive and stay with us? Im ready for green grass, flowers, and sunshine!

    CAmmie

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  11. DawnMarch 8, 2009 at 12:10 PM

    Ki, love the stainer idea, you do have great ideas!! We are enjoying the warmer temps here in S.E. Kansas too! Dawn

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  12. kari and kijsaMarch 9, 2009 at 9:18 AM

    Love this project!
    blessings,
    kari & kijsa

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  13. debi lynn mattinglyMarch 9, 2009 at 1:17 PM

    Hi Ki!

    Looks like you are having a ball! I also wanted you to know that "yaya" license sign I had ya'll make....gets A LOT of compliments! It hangs proudly in the shop where all can see...

    Have a beautiful and creative week!

    xo...deb (junkin' yaya)

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  14. FrenchGardenHouseMarch 9, 2009 at 1:52 PM

    Ki, what a great idea! I've used other kitchen "junk" before in the garden, but not one of those.:)
    sigh. having half a heart attack about your Mt. Dora posts.
    xo Lidy

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  15. FeliciaMarch 10, 2009 at 8:22 AM

    Love it! I'm planning to plant up a vintage metal colander this spring.

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  16. My Galveston CottageMarch 10, 2009 at 4:22 PM

    What a cute idea -- I can see it outside a kitchen window! Very inspirational, -susan

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  17. The Vintage BarnMarch 10, 2009 at 6:19 PM

    Oh what FUN! Love the Junk Project. I will add it to my garden decor!
    Rolane
    The Vintage Barn
    www.barnbarnbaby.com

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  18. LuLuMarch 11, 2009 at 3:22 PM

    Let me just say a very loud "so cute"!!!!
    LuLu

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  19. Lanette of Cottage ElementsMarch 12, 2009 at 12:44 PM

    Oh, flowers looks so good right now! It was 6 below in MN this morning! I am so ready for spring. Btw, I sent in my contract for the Bonanza, I'm so excited for another great show! Even better than last year!

    Lanette

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  20. It' an EvolutionMarch 12, 2009 at 3:49 PM

    IT IS JUST NOT FAIR THAT YOU HAVE FLOWERS ALREADY! Although your project looks just delightful. Can't wait for markets to open.
    Janet

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  21. Carols Time Again TreasuresMarch 18, 2009 at 9:48 AM

    Hi Ki ~
    Thanks for sharing this very sweet idea!
    Here in Canada we are seeing the slightest hints of spring and ideas like this get us very itchy indeed!
    I have so many well-loved 'red handled' kitchen utensils in my shop and now I can add your idea to my 'What Would Martha Do?' blog.
    Thanks again ... happy spring!
    Carol

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