Category Archives for DIY

Vintage Headpiece Gets A Makeover

  A couple years ago I came across a vintage, white headpiece while browsing Brimfield. I spotted it, liked the style and color and bought it for $5.       Since then, it has been sitting in a drawer … Continue reading

30. December 2013 by elaine aka bean
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Vintage Wedding Photobooth

(all photos taken by the talented Rachel Rowland *hire her*) You can call me Mrs. Sheldon now! I’m happy to say, I recently married my best friend Kerrin Sheldon. At the wedding, we incorporated some thrift and vintage finds you … Continue reading

18. November 2013 by elaine aka bean
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Planet Records: Harvard Square

Matt (the vinyl-fanatic for beans in a can) found some great vinyl yesterday at Planet Records in Harvard Square. He picked up a Louis Armstrong, Professor Long Hair, The Traveling Wilburys, and Slim and Slam albums. Definitely check this place … Continue reading

09. October 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Long Vintage Skirts=Knee Length Strapless Dresses

I have been doing this for many years now and I’m sure there are many others who do it too, but here’s the scoop on how to get a cute strapless dress for cheap. Go to the skirt section at … Continue reading

19. August 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Lil Bit of Needle and Thread Goes A Long Way

I purchased this 1950s, 100% silk dress from Dame for $5 last week. However, it was too big in the shoulders and the hem was torn. With a little bit of pinning, cutting and sewing the dress fits perfect. We … Continue reading

26. July 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Repurposing Used Children’s Books

Old books feature some of the most interesting and inexpensive artwork for your home. Several weeks ago I began searching for antique frames and classic children’s books to frame for my friend’s baby nursery. I found an old “Jack in … Continue reading

24. July 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Map Your Walls

Look for books with maps or sketches and frame them. This was a book of US maps that were intended to be used as placemats. My friend and I split the low 12-dollar cost and divided up the book. Frame … Continue reading

07. July 2011 by elaine aka bean
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Frame Walls

Frame Walls When designing a wall of different frames and art, pick a subject or color to base the theme around. For this wall I chose to frame B&W photos I bought for a $1 each at an antique store … Continue reading

07. July 2011 by elaine aka bean
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