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Repurposed Inspiration from Antique Shopping

Repurposed Inspiration from Antique Shopping at the Orange Circle in Orange, California

I can’t believe this is my 400th post!  Thought I’d celebrate by sharing a lovely event I went to.  Recently, I attended the Socal Social here in Orange County, a local get together for Bloggers.  I didn’t know what to expect, as this was the first blog conference I had ever attended.  All I have to say is, WOW! Well, OK that’s not exactly ALL I have to say.  It was fantastic and far exceeded my expectations.  From meeting the most inspiring women to finding repurposed inspiration from antique shopping all day, I had a blast.  There were lots of swag, giveaways, and even celebrity writer and television personality, Mark Montano. By the way, you have to check out his new book, The Big Ass Book of Bling!  Some of my favorite projects are jewelry made from bobby pins or safety pins.  It’s fabulous!

I spent most of the day with Loren from Pandora’s Craft Box and Jen from Something Turquois.  I was also able to chat with Barbara from Chase the Star, Tara from A Spectacled Owl, Erica from Gee Whiz Designs, among so many other amazing fellow bloggers.  Of course, our hosts were Vivienne from The V Spot and Bev from Flamingo Toes.

The event was held in the historic Orange circle if Orange, California also known as the Orange Circle Antique Mall.  Needless to say, I found some fabulous repurposed and upcycled antique finds that I wanted to share with you.

Baskets turned Wall Storage

Utensil Chandelier (Check out the spooky picture at the bottom…ew!)

Umbrella Pendant Lamp

Vintage Suitcase Vanity

Chair Swing Flower Pot

Mason Jar Glasses (love these!!)

OK, these bottles aren’t necessarily repurposed, but I thought they were pretty!

Last but definitely not least… MY FAVORITE… Bird Cage Chandelier

I can tell you how great it was to meet like-minded ambitious women that knew EXACTLY what I do day in and day out.  Thank you ladies!  I had the time of my life… until next year!

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  1. Pop Art Minis - Joni says

    October 29, 2012 at 7:53 pm

    Fun post…love all of your finds! Was great seeing you! Looking forward to next year already! 🙂

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    • dwulf says

      October 29, 2012 at 8:03 pm

      Thank you, Joni! I’m looking forward to next year too!!

      Reply
  2. Pop Art Minis - Joni says

    October 29, 2012 at 7:55 pm

    Fun post…love all of your finds! Was great seeing you!

    Reply
  3. Vivienne @ The V Spot says

    October 30, 2012 at 1:55 pm

    What a great wrap up! So glad you had a good time!

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    • dwulf says

      October 30, 2012 at 3:53 pm

      It was amazing! Thank you, Viv!

      Reply
  4. Beverly {Flamingo Toes} says

    November 5, 2012 at 11:09 am

    It was so fun to get to meet you this year!! I’m glad you had a great time – and wow – these are such fun photos!! That birdcage chandelier is too cool!!
    Thanks so much for coming – I hope you can join us again next year!

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    • dwulf says

      November 5, 2012 at 11:13 am

      Thank you, Beverly! I can’t wait! 🙂

      Reply
  5. Tara says

    November 7, 2012 at 10:21 pm

    It was so fun meeting you & talking to you, Dinah!

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    • dwulf says

      November 8, 2012 at 7:19 am

      You too, Tara! P.S. I stop by your blog and FB page all the time now 😉

      Reply

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