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15 February, 2013

Pottery Barn Inspired Spring Vase...And It's Free!

I hope I am not rushing things for you, but after having my Christmas decorations up until the first of February for my holiday photo shoot, I need a little bit of spring! And I am so excited about this project because...unlike the $89 Pottery Barn version…mine was free! 

 
CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Baby Kitty2Baby Kitty was the one who first spotted it in their catalog…a pretty glass vase with a mercury glass base…and we knew that had to be our next project!

CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Pottery Barn Inspired Spring Vase4Here’s how I did it:
  1. I already had some mercury glass candlesticks that I found at Goodwill year before last…when the mercury glass craze began.  Mine were only 99 cents each…and after three years I am calling that free! I also had a vase that was the perfect shape…leftover from a sweet gift of a bouquet of tulips.
  2. I liked the shape of the candlestick turned upside down, so I remove the felt cap on the bottom.
  3. I simply hot-glued them together with a small bead of glue around the top edge of the candlestick using the low temperature setting…and voilà!

CONFESSIONS OF A PLATE ADDICT Pottery Barn Inspired Spring Vase3And finally…just fill it with your favorite things! I used some eggs as a little preview of Easter just as they did in the Pottery Barn catalog, but I can also see it filled with lemons this summer…or acorns and little pumpkins this fall. I am going to have some fun with this copy-cat vase! And…best of all…mine was free! Woo hoo!

Thanks for stopping by! I hope you enjoyed a little peek at my spring vase! Please visit these wonderful bloggers and their beautiful blogs to see what they are up to and to find a list of this week’s participants!
Under the Table and Dreaming for the Sunday Showcase Party
Thrifty Decor Chick for Before and After Monday
Boogieboard Cottage for Masterpiece Monday
Between Naps on the Porch for Metamorphosis Monday
The Stories of A2Z for Tutorials and Tips Tuesday
Coastal Charm for Nifty Thrifty Tuesday
A Stroll thru Life for Tabletop Tuesday
Cedar Hill Ranch for Cowgirl Up! on Tuesdays
My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia for Tuesday's Treasures
Savvy Southern Style for Wow Us Wednesdays
DIY by Design for Winter Blues Wednesday
The Shabby Creek Cottage for Transformation Thursdays
No Minimalist Here for the Open House Party on Thursdays
Stone Gable for Tutorials, Tips and Tidbits on Thursdays
My Romantic Home for Show and Tell Friday
French Country Cottage for Feathered Nest Friday
Common Ground for Be Inspired on Fridays
The Charm of Home for Home Sweet Home Friday
Craftberry Bush for the Inspiration Gallery on Friday
Funky Junk Interiors for Saturday Nite Special
French Country Cottage for the Six Days of Spring Party
French Country Cottage for It's a Spring Thing Linky Party
See you next time! À la prochaine!

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35 comments:

  1. Carlene @ Organized ClutterFebruary 15, 2013 at 8:29 PM

    Super cute spring vignette.

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  2. DebFebruary 15, 2013 at 8:38 PM

    That's gorgeous. I'm so glad to see Spring springing up in blogland.

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  3. My Cozy CornerFebruary 15, 2013 at 8:51 PM

    Hi Debbie,
    You are so amazing. I love Pottery Barn for ideas. They have a great design staff, and everything is so cute. Plus your kitty is so precious. I'm looking forward to digging into my bunny stuff soon. Thanks for sharing.
    xo
    Betty @ My Cozy Corner

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  4. Linda@Coastal CharmFebruary 15, 2013 at 9:02 PM

    Debbie,
    Ahhh....this is so pretty! I think I might just have everything I need to make one for myself.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  5. Denise MarieFebruary 15, 2013 at 9:20 PM

    Way to rock a mag inspiration. I have a few pending.

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  6. SarahFebruary 15, 2013 at 10:18 PM

    You don't miss a beat! Or I guess, it was Baby Kitty who was on top of this one. '-)
    Well, it's really cute and clever of you to copy this one. I like the idea of changing it out for the different seasons.

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  7. DebraFebruary 15, 2013 at 10:30 PM

    I love that! It turned out great. :)

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  8. AnonymousFebruary 15, 2013 at 10:37 PM

    Gasp! I have a candle stick that I could use! Wonderful idea! I love Pottery Barn but I really love FREE! :) k.

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  9. Cindy (Applestone Cottage)February 16, 2013 at 2:46 AM

    I love it Debbie! Now I just was wondering did baby kitty also put that arrow on the page so you wouldn't miss it? lol.
    Hugs friend,
    Cindy

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  10. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsFebruary 16, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    Very pretty, Debbie! Love the marriage of the vase with the mercury glass base. It looks great with the eggs, but you're right, it could hold just about anything and look good. It's going to be like your tote ~ you'll be decorating it for all seasons! : )

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  11. UnknownFebruary 16, 2013 at 8:50 AM

    Wow! Yours is BETTER than the Pottery Barn version! I love how easy this came together for you, especially after holding onto those candle holders which were such a great find! I'm pinning this one!

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  12. miss flibbertigibbetFebruary 16, 2013 at 8:53 AM

    Necessity is the mother of invention! You were so creative with just what you already had! I love that!

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  13. Linda February 16, 2013 at 8:55 AM

    Hi Debbie I'm with you, had enough of winter. I was just glancing
    through PB catalouge on line and saw the same picture.
    I was looking at the spring branches and eggs. Funny how you looked at the vase.

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  14. Nancy CarrFebruary 16, 2013 at 9:16 AM

    The spring colors are beautiful, and of course, I love your assistant. I have been remiss for comments recently, however, know that I love your blog and inspiration even when I do not reply.

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  15. Linda @ A La CarteFebruary 16, 2013 at 10:29 AM

    I love that your assistant Baby Kitty has such a great eye! This is so cute and free is always good! Love the spring look....I think I'm ready for some pastels!!
    hugs,
    Linda

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  16. KathysueFebruary 16, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    Deb strikes again!! Beautiful!!
    xo Kathysue

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  17. SheilaG @ Plum DoodlesFebruary 16, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    Oh, gosh, I love it, so pretty!

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  18. Musings of a ShopperFebruary 16, 2013 at 11:49 AM

    Love this Debbie...you never cease to amaze me with your fun DIY!

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  19. On Crooked CreekFebruary 16, 2013 at 2:20 PM

    Debbie,
    Letting the cat into the catalog, eh???
    What an adorable "copy~cat" vase, dear friend!!!
    I can already hear that creativity wheel movin' right along!!!
    Lovethe soft hued eggs...can't wait to see what's next!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat
    P.S. Hm~m~m...would a bird's nest fit???

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  20. RubyFebruary 16, 2013 at 2:36 PM

    Lovely! I have all the "parts" and just need those eggs! Thank you for sharing and inspiring!

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  21. NanaDianaFebruary 16, 2013 at 5:13 PM

    Wow~ I absolutely LOVE it and the price couldn't be better. It turned out GREAT~ xo Diana

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  22. HollaceFebruary 17, 2013 at 12:16 AM

    How clever and resourceful you are!

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  23. BabsFebruary 17, 2013 at 7:31 AM

    How cute, and so easy! That Baby Kitty really has a good eye. I haven't gotten my catalog yet..better check online. I'm making this! Thanks to you, and Baby Kitty, for another great project.

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  24. SherryFebruary 17, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    I love this idea! I have a similar vase but might have to hunt around for a base. Thanks so much for sharing your vase with us.

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  25. Pinky at Designs by PinkyFebruary 17, 2013 at 4:25 PM

    Love, love, love this idea!!! XO, Pinky

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  26. Brenda PruittFebruary 17, 2013 at 5:30 PM

    You come up with the best project ideas! Love your kitties.
    Brenda

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  27. UnknownFebruary 17, 2013 at 11:29 PM

    I love pottery barn and I love this idea. I have an Urn that I can use too. Your kitty is so cute being part of the fun :)
    I would love if you link this to my link party Monday morning!
    XO
    Isabelle
    http://lechateaudesfleurs.blogspot.com/

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  28. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~February 18, 2013 at 10:36 AM

    Soo cute and springy!! :) Happy Monday! xx Holly

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2013 at 11:37 AM

    too brilliant! good job kitty!

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  30. Beverly@southernhomesweethomeFebruary 19, 2013 at 8:18 PM

    Wow! I am impressed that is great. I hopped over from Wow us Weds
    Bev

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  31. An Oasis in the DesertFebruary 20, 2013 at 8:59 AM

    This is so adorable, Debbie!

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  32. PAINTORDIG.blogspot.comFebruary 21, 2013 at 7:47 AM

    Very cute! I am ready for spring.

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  33. Ribbonwood CottageFebruary 21, 2013 at 8:04 AM

    Awesome! I love it when things come together like that. YOur decorating looks beautiful. I haven't started yet for spring but
    I am inspired by looking at your wonderful blog!
    Blessings,
    Debbie

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  34. Patty March 3, 2013 at 10:12 PM

    What a fantastic copy-cat! What would we do without PB?

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  35. Angelina- JoJo & EloiseMarch 18, 2013 at 2:15 PM

    Thank you so much for sharing this with us at "it's a Spring Thing" I just don't think I can ever get enough of all these Pretty Spring colors :) Just pinned!!
    xo
    Angelina

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Thanks so much for stopping by and taking the time to comment! I appreciate my wonderful readers!... Debbie