Okay, friends, Punxsutawney Phil let us down yesterday - 6 more weeks of Winter.  Sigh.  How are we going to fight off The Winter Blues?  

Fight it?  Heck, embrace it!

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Cute beach blue tones.

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If you're feeling a little down about the prolonged Winter,
break out your supplies and paint yourself out of the blues!

It's a lovely, lovely repurposing Monday!

It might be cold and snowy but it's not too early to plan your
Spring entertaining.  Today's special events repurposing
ideas are sure to inspire and warm your heart.

Think outside the box when creating a centerpiece:

The base of an oil lamp makes a beautiful vase.

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Crystal canisters aren't just for holding brandy.

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Rustic and completely charming.

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A vintage cannister set makes a charming centerpiece.

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Scrabble tiles and old books provide an unusual tablescape.

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Seriously, is there anything as versatile as a Mason jar?!

Lemonade in Mason jars is cooling in a zinc bucket.

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Vintage handkerchiefs were tied together

to make a darling bunting banner.

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Imaginative lighting - ladder chandeliers!

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Old 78 rpm records were used as chargers
for a reception.  Adorable!

Whether your entertaining is outdoor casual or indoor formal,
make your tables unique with collectibles and repurposed
items you already own.
  
And cheer up - Spring is only 7 weeks away!