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I've been cleaning out some of collections. I am a collector of collections, in case that was evident.
My collection of fall accoutrements includes vintage and antique squirrels, owls, leaves, and acorns. I get a little frustrated that all this stuff takes up so much room in totes so I was trying to purge things that I didn't love or that aren't in perfect shape.
A little scarecrow's face got damaged.
He used to decorate my classroom but he came home with me at some point.
I set him in the give away pile.
We have a running give away pile which is sad on many levels but that's another post.
A casual stroll past the pile was met with a sudden epiphany. The body was in pretty good shape.
I removed the head and all of the cheap "Hobby Lobby like" details. I had cuter stuff in my scrap pile.
The head was used as a pattern.
A quick Pinterest and eBay search yielded some face inspiration.
The cutest faces were embroidered in my opinion.
He got a new scarf, patches and buttons.
New raffia was used for his stuffing and hair.
The corn came from one of my favorite crafters.
Scarecrows are the snowmen of fall. A harbinger of all the fun decor brought out at Christmas.
I hate to break it to him but he's not scaring any crows.
What a cutie if I do say so myself.
It was a fun way to while away an evening.
Please stop in to see our tour next week.
Katie
Click on the picture for other posts you might like:
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| A Scarecrow Refreshed With Paint Linking with, Between Naps on the Porch Share Your Cup |
Your remake turned out way better than the original. I've pinned this for future use. Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteKatie, you really gave him a voice, not to mention the great new outfit and I just love the new face..Happy Weekend..Judy
ReplyDeleteSo cute Katie ... looking forward to your blog Tour of so many talented bloggers.
ReplyDeleteHappy Fall.
Audrey
What a lucky scarecrow to have you make him over! Adorable. Looking forward to the fall tour.
ReplyDeleteKatie,
ReplyDeleteHe is definitely a CUTIE!
Judith
Autumn is just not complete without scarecrows and yours are wonderful!
ReplyDeleteHow cute! I have been wanting to make a little scarecrow! Jann of Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson shared one on the fall porches tours yesterday. I loved it. Heading to Pinterest to look for ideas!
ReplyDeleteHi Katie, I love the refurbished scarecrow! The stenciled face is just perfect!! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jann