Great Coverup

Now and then a great idea comes along, and I feel compelled to share. Such is the case in this great copycat coverup from Allison at Refunk My Junk, who spent a grand total of $2 to copy what would have otherwise cost her $90 from Ballard Designs.  Check out the link below to be transported through cyberspace to Allison’s fun blog.  Kudos, Allison, for sharing your pragmatic genius!

http://refunkmyjunk.com/ballard-designs-hack-2-00-jute-twine-chandelier-shade-update/

Outside the Box

WHAT TO DO WITH A DEAD TREE…
I’m loving this idea from Pinterest, originally from a blog source that no longer exists, so I can’t even give them credit for this fabulous pin.

This idea would make a great playhouse in a residential or park setting, or a dynamite school bus stop shelter!

I’m a tree hugger, but I also believe in repurposing.  So if a tree can’t be saved or is in danger of causing damage by falling on a building, driveway or sidewalk, why not do this?