As the sun goes down…

Monclova, Ohio

I have been watering mums, 21 pots, every evening and this is my view. Time well spent, time to unwind from the day and just enjoy the peace.

Wedding white mums

They’re named wedding white mums for a reason, we are hosting a wedding here in the country. October 2, 2021 to be exact, so we are in prep mode. I purchased these gorgeous mums from a local nursery a couple of miles away from us. My favorite garden nursery for the fall, their customer service and quality of plants is top notch!

Our big red barn, Monclova, Ohio

Even the She Shed will be decked out with mums. I spent a day sweeping and refreshing the she shed, my hubby replaced the alarm batteries so the porch lights work. Love seeing it from our deck all lit up.

Our She Shed porch, Monclova, Ohio

These views never get old. Enjoy a peaceful sunset.

Peace, love & junk,

Geniece

All the Fall Feels

It’s that time of year again, late summer getting ready for fall. Who else loves this time of year ?

Funky Junk bleached flannels

I collect flannels all year from thrift stores and garage sales to create these cozy, soft dipped flannels. My favorites are the red flannels when they turn pink and white. Perfect for your crisp mornings and late nights. Pair them with your felt hats and vintage jewelry.

Yes, it’s time to start thinking about sweater pumpkins and mums!

The leaves will start to fall and the evenings are prefect for Bon fires with friends. So get ready as we roll out of summer and into fall.

Peace, love and junk,

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Hearts Desire

• Felt Squares
• Embroidery Floss
• Stuffing
• Scissors
• Needle

Handmade felt hearts, the best therapy ever!

Simple ideas to decorate with hearts.

Felt squares, embroidery floss, stuffing, scissors, needle and your imagination, you too can create them!

After a horrible fall, multiple fractures and a really bad concussion I needed something to help my recovery. The Doctor told me to play with cards, I did follow her suggestion. I just couldn’t play cards for eight hours a day. So…using my hands to create was the best solution. Even with one hand in a cast and the other in a splint, I conquered keeping my fingers moving.

I will soon go back to my day job, after two and half months off work. I can’t remember my passwords and I’m already freaking out about remembering how to work all the systems at work. Yet, I’m going to give it my best shot. Wish me luck!

Peace, love and junk,

geniece

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Merry Merry

Wow, where did 2020 go? A year like no other, so let’s not dwell on the unpleasantness. Let’s enjoy some holiday cheer, vintage mirrors, shiny brites, trees and more trees.

A collection of vintage mirrors that were purchased at auction and never made it to the antique mall. I have even more, but the gold frames are my favorite!

These shiny brite ornaments are my favorite and have been collected over time. Who can resist these delicate little pieces of the past?

That first picture after putting up the tree. So much more decorating needs to be done!

Mother Nature has been doing some decorating on her own too. Our first measurable snowfall of the season.

After each snowfall the big red barn always looks like a Christmas card!

The antique booths have been stocked and restocked for all of our customers.

Thank you for dropping by! Merry Christmas and happy new year from us here at Funky Junk from the Country!

Peace, love & junk,

geniece

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On to the holidays!

Wow, what a year 2020 has been. So let’s bring on the holidays to fill our hearts with some joy. Each year I search high and low to try to create something new and unique for the holidays. I have been obsessed with bottle brush trees for years! They are just the sweetest!

So take a look back at my creative trees from years ago. 🌲

My all time favorite tree! Simple yet…beautiful.

A simple white pitcher I picked up at the thrift store holds this large bottle brush tree and looks so festive.

Who doesn’t love a classic VW Bug with a tree on top?

My favorites…I was working in the studio late one night and had purchased these bottle brush trees at an auction. I love old door knobs and had a huge collection, but what to do with them? Then an
idea, put the bottle brush trees in the old door knobs. Just like peanut butter and chocolate they went together to create something unique. I created these back in 2013 when bottle brush trees where hard to come by and not so popular. I was over the moon when I posted this pick on Instagram in 2013 and Cari Cucksey from HGTV liked my pic. I was over the moon!

Over the years, a little bit of whimsy with vintage finds for the holiday!

My door knob trees with my oil can ornament stands, original ideas allow my creativity to shine!

Can’t leave out shiny brite vintage bulbs I picked up at an auction. Scored!

I hope this post finds you well and adds some anticipation for the upcoming holidays!

Thank you so much for checking in and stay tuned for more holiday posts!

Peace, love & junk,

Geniece

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Simplicity

Simplicity

This is the time of year where I seek simplicity. As summer winds down and we start to prepare for the holidays and the winter season, it’s time to unwind. Seeking simplicity is searching for the beauty in the simple things. With a difficult year in the midst of a pandemic, there are days when I just want to stay under the covers. Who’s with me?

My small yet unique garden spots make me smile, as I use old buckets and pumpkins to brighten our home. Something so simple can add so much joy!

Our shabby shack is still hanging on to its summer blooms and loving every second that it lasts. The warm days are greeting us with sunshine and the cool nights have us seeking a blanket to take the chill off.

Hope this post finds you enjoying a memento of simplicity! Thank you for stopping by.

Peace, love & junk,

geniece

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All the Fall Feels

Our leaves are starting to fall and it’s the unofficial start to fall, Labor Day weekend. I have several days off, so I decided to go purchase my mum’s from my favorite local greenhouse. Get them early, because they go really fast!

Chrissy Corners, Monclova, Ohio

Their mums are huge and so reasonable! The personal service is amazing and you won’t be disappointed. Oh, did I mention they have perennials too, why of course. You can get really distracted with all the beautiful blooms.

Lavender

Amazing blooms!

I am a huge fan of pansies. They had these pansies that are guaranteed to winter over in the brutal N.W. Ohio winters. We will be craving pics of pansies in February.

Winter Survivor Pansies

I may just go back and buy some! The brilliant color gets me every time.

The succulents are divine!

Every greenhouse needs a good farm dog and they have one, Pete! He is ready to greet you and chase the farm cat too. I really adore stopping by here and checking everything out.

I did purchase 10 potted mums and I am ready to start planting. I am a strong believer in purchasing LOCAL and supporting our businesses in our community. So stop by your local farm market and greenhouse.

Let the fall vibes begin.

Monclova, Ohio

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Peace, love & junk,

geniece

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Vintage Pillar Candlesticks

I had been searching Facebook Marketplace for the perfect vintage pillars. You know right away when you find the perfect ones. After sending the message, I asked my hubby if he wanted to take a ride? He said yes and we were off.

Each spindle was in a different state of repair. They were all damaged, yet I could see the potential in every inch.

Some painted in Alabaster milk paint and the rest in their natural beauty. They do need a tiny bit of distressing…up next.

After they have been lightly distressed. Distressing can be accomplished in many different ways, I often use gritty sand paper and some muscle to accomplish the look I am going for. I really adore the various sizes, imagine them on your mantle or your sofa table….dreamy.

Here they are at the Maumee Antique Mall, Maumee, Ohio on a vintage dresser tray surrounded by new and vintage treasures. Complete with candles from the dollar store.

Now to find the next set of vintage pillars to repurpose into candlesticks. Always on the hunt for something unique.

Thank you so much for stopping by and checking out my newest finds. A huge hug and thank you for supporting my small business dream.

Peace, love and junk,

geniece

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Vintage Cedar Chest

Who else adores old, vintage cedar chests? This girl does! I have always loved them, waiting to put all my favorite treasures in them. I have had my own cedar chest now for 40 years and I love it now, just as much as I did when I bought it. They are classic and are now used all over your home for different purposes.

I picked this vintage cedar chest up at an auction and could see the potential for a beautiful piece. It was cleaned, painted and waxed to give it that shabby, cottage feel. It only stayed at the antique mall for a week before it went to its new home.

Oh the memories these old chests hold. If only they could tell us all the treasures they have held and loved.

Unfortunately someone had taken an ice pick or a screw driver to the top of this vintage cedar chest. It was filled, sanded, painted and waxed to give it a new life.

The detail adds to that shabby look!

Oh those legs, love the detail on these old cedar chests.

They quite often are in bad shape, this one needed new legs.

Well, I’m off to find another old, vintage piece to turn into a shabby treasure.

Thank you for stopping by and spending a couple minutes with me. I truly appreciate your support as a navigate this adventure of junk.

Peace, love & junk,

Geniece