Friday, September 16, 2011

Michael's Pickin's

My husband, hereinafter called 'Michael' works with his family in their truck parts business.  They have a HUGE junkyard.  I got to thinkin' the other day, "surely there's some neat stuff out there...some cool junk....gears, rusty metal pieces, interesting truck pieces and parts, etc." 

"Don't you ever see neat old stuff that I would like?" I asked.  So tonight...he brought me presents....rusty, crusty old presents!  He did good!


 This guy is big and heavy.
White, rusty metal...
Now, what to do with it?
Any ideas?


"Thanks honey", I said.

I have my own personal 'American Picker'...

Have a wonderful weekend
Susie







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16 comments:

  1. NanaDianaSeptember 16, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    Jan hit it right on the head- exactly what I was thinking...a wonderful planter! Love it! He did good! xo Diana

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  2. oldgreymareSeptember 16, 2011 at 10:45 PM

    I might use it for file folders myself.

    You lucky girl you! This JUST occurred to you? BOINK!
    xx
    z

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  3. outjunkingSeptember 16, 2011 at 11:12 PM

    Oh I like it all sooooo much. I am thinking drag it in the house, I really like a pop of rust in the house. :)
    Lisa

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  4. AnonymousSeptember 17, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    Lucky you!! I would hang it on my wall (bottom side on the wall) and use it as a shelf, then I would take some family photos print them in black and whites and place them on my shelf, or let it just like it is, it's a piece of fabulous rusty art. Have fun deciding. The first picture, the wire basket on wheels, that looks like a tea cart to me, or kids laundry basket, they can wheel it right to the laundry room.

    Hugs,
    Melissa

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  5. Blondie's JournalSeptember 17, 2011 at 12:12 PM

    It's nice to have a husband that can see the potential in things!! Hooray for you! I can't wait to see what you do!

    XO,
    Janie

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  6. Nita JoSeptember 17, 2011 at 12:35 PM

    Those are amazing! I love the shelf idea. That's what I'd do... I'd fill it with vintage books, my blue glass jars, and maybe a plant of some kind. Can't wait to see what you do with both!

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  7. Faded CharmSeptember 17, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    Great finds! Both would look good inside or out:-) Received my letters andlove them. My board was just a tad too short, but I'll figure something else out....I'm sure I've got things lying around..LOL

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  8. CaroleSeptember 17, 2011 at 3:23 PM

    Lucky you. I need my own personal picker too!

    xx
    Carole

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  9. UnknownSeptember 17, 2011 at 7:35 PM

    lucky..lucky YOU!!!

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  10. SueBeeSeptember 17, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    You Lucky girl!! First because your husband gets it!!! And because of what he brought home.
    I love the cart, it's could be a bar or a tea cart. Great storage too.
    The big heavy thing is cool too. I might have to think about that.
    Hope you are enjoying the weekend~SueBee

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  11. Ivy and ElephantsSeptember 17, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    That's to way to pick 'em! That would make the most amazing planter ever. Way cool stuff!
    Patti

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  12. KelleySeptember 18, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    Woowwwooow...what a haul! I love everything you found!

    best, Kelley

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  13. SylviaSeptember 19, 2011 at 7:17 AM

    Oh yes indeed you are very lucky...more rusty things for your cute yard!!

    Sylvia

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  14. Alicia@ eco friendly homemakingSeptember 19, 2011 at 6:26 PM

    Wow what great finds!! There are so many possibilities but a planter is at the top of my list also!

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  15. DeniseSeptember 24, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Oh, Wow!!! Ha, Ha, Ha to all of your blogger friends...I got to see the inside of her cute shabby cottage!!! Thank you, Susie, and Michael, for such a warm welcome, and for sharing the eye-candy you are so lucky to live with everyday! I was truly inspired...and can't stop talking about it! Attention magazine editors...this girl has a home to show!!!
    Thanks for following me. I look forward to hearing from you soon. I am your new follower!

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  16. ❦Bayside Gal❦September 26, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Ok, there are so many cool things to make with rusted metal. My DH is so related to "Fred Sanford". I'm always "picking" through his stash. HAVE FUN!

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