So here's another fun way to make a different kind of box.
I started with a wood craft box and a candlestick holder.
And then I made my design on all of the pieces before I assembled it. The candlestick holder had a metal insert in it for a candle so I just pried it out. That way I just attached it to the box with a screw from the inside of the box.
And here is the completed box!
Don't you love these sunflowers? Thank you K & Co. again!
So what can you fill this box with? Well, since it's on a candlestick holder--what else, but candles!
So let me tell you about my "business trip". I'm going to the Highway 127 Yard Sale. It's almost 700 miles of non-stop flea markets from dawn to dusk that ranges from Michigan to Alabama (BTW--HGTV has a show about it every year). And for you scoffers of flea markets--don't knock em until you've tried one--especially this one. PLUS, you get to see and meet people from all walks of life--especially at this one. Believe me, this is a great place for people watchers, or people persons alike! I'm leaving early tomorrow morning and won't be back until Monday night, which brings up another issue.
Can anyone recommend a good RELIABLE laptop for me. Mine is broken!! And it's only 8 months old. We still have a warranty on it, and the computer repair man came to our house to "fix" it last week. After replacing almost half of the computer, it still doesn't work, and now we're waiting for his return with more parts. Between you and me, I'm not holding my breath. To say that I'm upset, is putting it mildly. And to add to that, I won't have my laptop to take with me : (
I do think that I'll have access to the internet though. Alot of the motels now offer computer use to their guests, so hopefully. I'll take any suggestions and cost isn't really a major issue (I'm a PC, not a MAC). Just don't tell me about a laptop that rhymes with the word Bell!
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Love your box assemblage Diane, so awesome and unusual, those sunflowers sure do look fab!!
Have fun on your trip :)
Micki x
Fabulous boxes!!! Well, I am a Mac and not a PC but I used to be a die- hard PC until I got my Mac book OS10. Just consider taking the plunge. I would never go back. And I agree---the reason I moved over to a Mac was because of a PC rhymed with Bell! hee hee Also, if you live near an Apple store you can go to the Genius bar (and yes, they really are geniuses) and they will help you. Or you can call AppleCare and you never have to wait and they will help you. I highly recommend it---but I understand if you are not ready to take the plunge. It's a scary one!
cledlove your boxes....
i have a HP ...it is my second...upgraded 2 yrs ago,,never had one problem with eithr one of them...bought it at costco....but i think the next computer for me will be a mac...everyone raves about them..... good luck and have fun on your "business trip"...
Well, I hope you have a wonderful time and I'm looking so forward to seeing pics of the show and to your posts about it. sorry about your computer problems. Hope that all gets worked out soon. I'm not a mac girl either, but I've seen how people just love it. by the way, I think you are a such a talent. This box is a stunner. and thank you for introducing me to Mystele. Blessings and enjoy your trip.
T
Love what you made; I love sunflowers~
Sorry, about the PC prob; enJOY your Business trip...I'm so jealous!!!
I love Sunflowers too neat idea! Talking about computer problems thats funny Im at the library using the computer to get on your site for some reason when I click on your site at home a box comes up thats says cannot open site I have to have someone look at my computer- Your trip sounds like so much fun!!!
first..... put your patchouli oil on! get in the trippy mode that has served you so well with your past trips..... then take that ball off the top and replace it with a doll head! put some doll arms on the sides and go loco with the paint! oh and make it black light friendly! and then you've crossed on over to the over side my friend!
blog on!
Hi Diane!
I love sunflowers, such beautiful box assemblage, absolutely gorgeous:))
Hugs, Biljana
Diane, what a bad problem for you , can`t be that a PC only 8 months old don`t work ,I would be so angry, too--I hope you at least get some refund ,if they can`t make it work !!!
I hope you`l have a great tour ,anyway, and that you will have acces to the net, for us to see all the great things you find.
Love your box Diane, such a great way to do a special one, -it is wonderfull.
Hugs, Dorthe---take care!!
Great box and I hope you have a great and fruitful trip...
I just went and bought the "bell"...against my children's advice...they kept saying you need an apple...you'll love it....but no I went for the bargain.....I told my DH yesterday, I am buying an apple...i'll just have to give this "bell" away......I can't put up with the lags and untyped letters and the sudden stops anymore....Hey girl, let's go it.......we use them so much we need a workhorse...
I hope you will visit me here at my new blog......
Hugs and blessings,
nancy
Gorgeous sunflowers, love your totally cool box ! About the Bell, geez I would flip totally and insist to get a refund or a brand new computer. I always thought Bell had great customer care, but obviously that's not true ... Cannot help you on the laptop issue, only laptop I have is a Samsung mini, just for internet and checking my mail when I am not at home. Can't do much more with it LOL But, if I wanted to get me a real laptop, I would def go for the Mac ! It's a bit of a struggle at first, but all I hear is that if you get used to it, it is the best ;-) Anyway, good luck !
I'm lovin' the boxes you are creating lately, Diane!
Enjoy your trip!
Love this new box and please post what you find out about laptops. I want to buy one and have no idea where to start!!
Hi Diane,
Oh gosh, you are one talented, creative lady.
You really think outside the box.lol
Hm, I'm not a computer expert, just use one everyday and panic when something goes wrong.
Good luck with the fixed*new one.
Hugs,
Anna
You lucky dog you! I absolutely love flea markets for materials for my work. We have one in town called, Happys, which makes me happy thinking of it.
One would never know your beautiful sunflower creations came from those pieces of wood! Great job!
Have fun!
What a gorgeous piece!!! Love it!!! sorry to hear about your laptop....that stinks!!!
Clever! Love the pedestal idea... delightful work!
I'm really loving the boxes you have been creating Diana. This one here is over the top! It's beautiful. Have fun on your
"business" trip, and take care.
Diane, your boxes are always wonderful, but THIS one is spectacular! So sorry to hear about your PC. Both of my sons have Dells and they love them to pieces. If you've only had your pc for 8 months, isn't it under warranty? I'd be screaming bloody murder. Have fun on the road! Hugs, Terri xoxo
This is an adorable assemblage. So colorful and really clever. I've always wanted to go on that trip. One of these days, I'm going because I've drooled over this ultimate garage sale ever since I first saw it on HGTV back in either 2003 or 2004. I hear it gets bigger each year, too. Have a wonderful time. I'm so envious. Buy lots of great junk, er I mean deals.
Diane, I hope you have a great trip! I love these boxes! The before and after photos are fantastic, you sure can transform a wooden box into a beautiful artistic treasure!
I asked my techie hubby for you - and he says the companies that get the best customer satisfaction ratings for laptops are Toshiba, Asus, and Lenovo. Much good luck to you on your journey toward a new laptop.
These sunflower goodies are SO beautiful - I'll take one of each, please. :) They are just perfect. Theresa
Wonderfulset with an amazing design.I love sunflowers too.Enjoy your trip, I'm happy if you'll back to see new photos.
Hugs Anja
Good luck on your trip, it sounds amazing!!!!
your boxes are beautiful!!!
Diane, your box is total wonderfulness!!! Love the assemblage of it and the sunflowers. Wishing you total bliss during your "business trip," girl! I can't wait to see what you find . . . and to hear if your feet and calves get as dirty as mine did, ;). (I didn't bring any tennies or closed shoes, duh me!) Happy and safe travels!!!
Beautiful, beautiful box, I love the pedestal idea :)
I have been using the same HP laptop for 6 years and never had to have anything fixed, I can't imagine it waaaaa, but all we use in our house is HPackard and I would never have anything else unless I go with a Mac some day.
Hope you are having a great trip at those flea markets.
Magnificent!
How awesome that you are going to do the 127. My husband and I have talked about doing that for years, but we never seem to be able to schedule our life around it. Drat! Hope you find lots of wunnerful stuff.
Hi Diane! Thanks for your sweet comment yesterday! Love your boxes! I need to tell you that you inspired me to take All Norah's faces class! I saw your post about it and headed on over there! It is fun! I am such a beginner so I have lots to learn!
:)
I have to tell you the way my mind worked as I looked at your post. First I saw the plain wooden box and candle holder then it was if you had waved a magic wand and poouft suddenly a wonderful creation was there!
Now that flea market sounds like something else. I bet you'll be sharing all manner of lovely bargains with us next week. I shall try to keep the green-eyed monster at bay!
BTW, I've got one of 'those' laptops too! Say no more...
OMG, Diane, this is sooo GORGEOUS!!! Simply awesome! Love, love, LOVE it! Great job!
Lots of love, Sanda xoxo
Awwwww sorry about your computer,that stinks! I love ,love,love your candle box. So cool and I love all the stuff in the post below too. I'm on vacation so sorry I did'nt leave you a comment below,not too much time on the internet. Have tons of fun on your business trip! Huh who are you kidding business trip,its all fun,fun,fun and alittle hot!
Lovely, beautiful, amazing, ha! I love everything you do, don't you know??
So sad about your laptop issues, hope you find a good one. I love my mac...but I think the sony's are good quality also. yes, the one that you speak of has about an 8 month life and then it "blows' up on you!
Have fun, your trip sounds like a blast!
You make the most delightful art! Wish I were a fly and could travel along with you!
ya' got talent in every bone of your body and thank over and over for sharing!!! xo
Terrific boxes!! Have fun on your trip!! : )
Diane I love the box and candlestick! You know I'm in love with those Happy Flowers Now...
Sorry to hear about your computer issues...and even sadder to here no MAC's. I use to be a PC primarily, but now I'm a MAC forever. I do use my PC occasionally but my MAC...love it! I've had issues with HP...and the Bell Rhymer...Oh NO! Never them again! Cows are out...Hmm..??? MAC!!!
Have fun on your trip!! Would love that one!! Smiles...Lovey
I love this design idea! I would neve think to put these two together. Beautiful!
very KOOL Diane. thanks for visiting my blog and leaving such kind comments. i have been away on vacation for almost 3 weeks and am 'itching' to get back in the studio.
About laptops: I just got a MAC book Pro. i love it you can run windows or apple applications, it's light and fast.
good luck
Beatiful!!!!!!!!!!
Hi Diane,
What a lovely Sunflower box! Your trip sounds like a blast!
I awarded you with The Versatile Blogger Award :) Hop over to my blog to get it.
Blessings,
Debbie, a Mac girl!
Gorgeous boxes! You are so good at making things beautiful! Ahhh computer problems.. never fun. I haven't had sound since I tried to replace old speakers with new ones.. I've tried everything, Googled everything... nothing is working. Looks like people have recommended some good laptops for you. :)
Have a nice business trip.
Holly
Great job on these! they are so pretty! And ohhh....that flea market sounds amazing! Wish it meandered to oklahoma! I love a good flea market and am raising my girl to feel the same ;) she begs to go, haha.
Very cute boxes!
Will you be at the Christmas in the Woods at Shakerwoods in Columbiana Ohio this October?
Smiles-
Melissa
I love these! Very creative!
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