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December 11, 2013


I'm intrigued by folks who collect spoons - souvenir spoons, baby spoons, salt spoons, silver spoons.  And now I'm beginning to see the possibilities . . . . .


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Not only were these spoons and forks repurposed
into a wind chime, votives give it even more charm.


Okay, let's all say it together, "That's so clever!"
Custom Made


Spoons as handles - I love this idea!
Objects by Echoes


What am I looking at?  See the crossed spoons?
They're actually soldiered to a fancy plate stand. 
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Brilliant!




Watch bands made from silver spoons can be found online
with prices ranging from $35 to $300 depending on whether
you choose silver plated or sterling silver.


Flatware jewelry remains popular and is charmingly unique:

A monogrammed initial spoon ring costs
less than $20 and is an ideal gift.


A vintage flattened spoon makes a beautiful pendant:
A set of 10 French spoon hooks is priced at $85 but that's
only $8.50 each if you give them individually as gifts.


A personalized gift makes the present even more
special knowing that the giver put a lot of thought
into it and either made it or ordered it just for you.
Etsy Source



 Who would have thought to upcylcle a spoon into a picture frame?




Add a whimsical touch to your next place setting: 
Etsy Source


A mini-collage in a spoon is such a sweet idea.



Cherished Vintage

When I run across something that I really like, the first
thought that goes through my mind is, "Can I make that?"

Lots of us would like to stamp/engrave our own spoons but where do
we start?  Beaducation is just one of hundreds of online sites that offers
tutorials on stamping metal along with a source for purchasing the supplies.  

Hmmm . . . . maybe a metal stamping kit would be a great gift to give ourselves!

13 comments:

  1. I love those lamps made from spoons!

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  2. Those hanging light pendants are so cool!

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  3. I LOVE everything!
    These are so creative, and I want the light!

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  4. I like the spoon pictures with the little bows the best... soooo cute.
    www.dressingournest.blogspot.com

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    1. These are wonderful! I once was at a yard sale and the home owner had a spoon wind-chime hanging on her porch.
      When I ask if it was for sell, her told me no and then possessed to tell me that each spoon hanging on the chime was a spoon from a female family member . . . from grandma, to aunts. I've always remembered this and thought it would be a wonderful keepsake. Keep Smile, Connie
      great post!
      I really need to get with it and make one :)

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    2. What a great story and tradition. I'm going to look into buying one of those metal imprint kits and personalize some spoons for my family members. Spoons are so cool! -- Jan

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  5. I love spoons! I can't believe you found all of those ideas...just so much you can do with them. Great post.

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    1. Thanks! I, too, love spoons and was surprised that there are so many different ways to use them. -- Jan

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  6. Wow. I love your post and your beautiful blog. You are very creative and wonderful. Kisses and hugs.
    This is my blog, see you:
    http://redecoratelg.blogspot.com.es/

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    1. I visited your site and it's darling! So many great ideas. I'm your newest follower! -- Jan

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  7. The spoon handles on the tray...brilliant! While shopping on Ebay for silver jewelry I have seen a lot of silverware jewelry. I remember it back in the 60's and 70's too. Great post as usual.!!

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    1. Thanks so much! Those spoon handles really are adorable AND practical. Photos like the ones I posted today make me rethink the value of the humble spoon! -- Jan

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  8. There are some GREAT ideas for spoons here. Love them..and I love that pendant one- xo Diana

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