Thank God it's thrifty Friday, Friends! Last weekend I attended quite a few garage sales and would you believe I came home empty handed? That does happen sometimes, though it's actually been awhile since it's happened to me. However, I still have something special to share today--a find-inspired mini project. Come see how I repurposed a thrift store French tart pan as a simple naturescape...
![How to repurpose a vintage French tart pan to bring the outdoors inside and create a fragrant naturescape! repurposed French tart pan naturescape](https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-2IDOBPx1Xxo/WP5AHuhvK_I/AAAAAAABShM/WtJ1nNTtymMEfgsJQkDocmv861G6oq28ACLcB/s640/FF%2B195%2BTart%2Bpan%2Bnaturescape%2B.jpg)
When my mom and I went thrifting during her recent visit, I found these vintage dessert mold pans that were made in France. I think they would make a charming accent in most any kitchen.
![Vintage French dessert mold available at Etsy Thrift Store Addiction! French dessert mold Etsy Thrift Store Addiction](https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-wiWOtlGB70U/WP47jbjZjGI/AAAAAAABSgg/RQzqFi0rigEaHJM0PRJi_-q2gS2kXSI4gCLcB/s640/Empty%2BFrench%2Btart%2Btins%2B.jpg)
Both are engraved Made in France on the back and the one on the right still has a Cordon Bleu seal. Last week I shared a delicious dessert that I baked in some of the vintage molds I've collected. However, I am usually more likely to decorate with vintage bakeware. Can anyone else relate?
![How to repurpose a thrifted French tart pan to create a fragrant naturescape! repurposed French tart pan naturescape](https://3.bp.blogspot.com/-w3eYoFhUW48/WP5o6N8Ic2I/AAAAAAABSkI/ipTSWJKoibcRgP6vXaAMyq7-ca92KpbwACLcB/s640/Back%2Bof%2Btart%2Btin%2B.jpg)
I always enjoy bringing the outdoors inside and so I decided to combine bits and pieces from the garden to create a scented naturescape with my French find. I started with fragrant honeysuckle and aromatic rosemary. Next, came vibrant coral colored roses...
![Repurpose a French tart pan by adding bits and pieces from the garden to create a fragrant naturescape! Repurposed French tart pan naturescape](https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-X3bO2ftIA-U/WP5Fu5okOeI/AAAAAAABShw/PN2LKE5oV_I1JpVozsQzpkax3ywW02ZGQCLcB/s640/Honeysuckle%2Brosemary%2Brose%2Bnaturescape.jpg)
...and an abandoned nest that I found in the garden.
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The speckled eggs are the only faux accent. Last, I added some native milkweed for the texture. A small cluster grows wild in the same spot in my garden each year.
![Bring the outdoors inside by crafting a simple naturescape repurposed from a French tart pan! repurposed French tart pan naturescape](https://2.bp.blogspot.com/-YlJEQdAgMi8/WP4-2aypN2I/AAAAAAABSg8/u-XM9r-l0mgxX_ESTpisxMLzYE6OGxGYwCLcB/s640/Close%2Bup%2Bnest%2Bnaturescape%2B.jpg)
I am often in awe of the beautiful hues found in the natural color palette our Heavenly Father created! I find natural elements as home decor very soothing. While I may not have baked any goodies, this time I created a feast for the senses ;)
![Repurpose a thrifted French baking pan to create a fragrant naturescape! Repurposed tart tin naturescape](https://4.bp.blogspot.com/-ZgLE6IoF6wQ/WP5IIB52ZYI/AAAAAAABSiM/bo7JWErYm3MxOrV9ZHNU8jNTiHcChPGBQCLcB/s640/Full%2Bnaturescape%2B.jpg)
Want to shop this look? I have two vintage French dessert mold pans available HERE.
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I hope you enjoyed this week's find-inspired mini project!
Until next time, happy hunting!
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MY HEARTFELT THANKS TO THE FOLLOWING FOR FEATURING THIS POST:
This is such a cute idea I would have never thought of. Pretty and soothing love
ReplyDeleteHow very clever! And you know, I was at an estate sale last weekend and saw some of these. Passed them by but even as I DID I KNEW I'd see some cute way to use them after I decided NOT to buy them. HAHA!
ReplyDeleteYou always have such fun ideas for your thrifting finds. I really need to be more creative. A lot of times I see things and have no idea what I'd use them for so I don't buy them!
ReplyDeleteLove those French pans, Cecilia--what a great find :) The naturescape is just lovely, and I bet it smells great, too!
ReplyDeleteHoneysuckle is my absolute favorite! The pans are an awesome find and I love what you created! xo Kathleen
ReplyDeleteGreat idea for the pans. They are so sweet.
ReplyDeleteThis is so simple and lovely! Somehow, anything made in France lends an elegant vibe to any decor.
ReplyDeleteSuch a neat idea!
ReplyDeleteI would love for you to share this with my Facebook Group for recipes, crafts, tips, and tricks: https://www.facebook.com/groups/pluckyrecipescraftstips/
Thanks for joining Cooking and Crafting with J & J!
This is awfully pretty, Cecilia, and a wonderful idea! I'm so glad I happened by from Share Your Cup! ~ jeanie from Marmelade Gypsy
ReplyDeleteThe French tart pans are a great find and you styled them so charmingly with natural elements. Thank you for sharing them at the Snickerdoodle Create~Bake~Make link party!
ReplyDeleteLucky find with the stamps still intact! I love the way you displayed them, but still left them usable for baking at a later time.
ReplyDeleteI'd love for you to share with us at https://www.designingus.com/designing-you-thursday-link-party/
This is so creative and the tins were great finds. Thank you for sharing with us this week at Celebrate Your Story, and have a great weekend.
ReplyDeleteGiving you a feature this week for "Let's Talk Vintage!" great idea!
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