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8/12/09

Transformation Thursday~

Granny cart make-over! Here is a little red "granny-cart" that I picked up from our local swap meet for $8. (I've got a total of 4 of these in different colors and sizes) I've had this one a few years, I've kept it in the trunk of my '66 Mustang just incase I needed a cart at a moments notice to peruse any block sale I might come across. I had previously made the red checkered liner for it, but I was never happy with how it turned out... Sooooooo I made a new liner for the little granny cart...now its a toddler tote!! Now its going to haul around toys for my grandson. In keeping with my two year old grandson's passion for anything car related, I used car fabric that I picked up at Walmart. ($4.44 a yard) The black fabric is a piece of a twin size flat sheet. (that I picked up at Walmart for $2.50) You just can't beat the price of using sheets. I love how it turned out, and most importantly-- my grandson loves how it turned out! You can also view more transformations over at "Shabby Chic Cottage" and over at "A Soft Place to Land" Kimba is hosting a "do it yourself" linky party. The Coloradolady is also hosting a Vintage Thingie Thursday. Last but not least...Leigh over at "Tales From Bloggeritaville" is hosting a Thrifty Thursday linky party~
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21 comments:

  1. CCAugust 12, 2009 at 9:50 PM

    I absolutely love the "granny cart", and the redo is just wonderful. I know your grandson loves it. Happy VTT..hope you have a lovely weekend.

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  2. ColoradoladyAugust 12, 2009 at 9:53 PM

    What a cute cart...love the redo...it is so much fun turning something cute into ordinary items. Have a great VTT!

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  3. fitty's pinky rose cottageAugust 13, 2009 at 2:52 AM

    wow.. what a nice make over! toddler cart! what a great idea! thanks for sharing & happy VTT

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  4. Traci @ The BakeryAugust 13, 2009 at 5:27 AM

    Oh I wish I could sew....that is awesome!!!

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  5. Delightful DwellingAugust 13, 2009 at 5:33 AM

    How cute, what a neat idea.

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  6. PostcardyAugust 13, 2009 at 5:55 AM

    I wish I had a cart like that. I've never seen carts in different colors or knew that they were called "granny carts."

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  7. Keetha BroylesAugust 13, 2009 at 8:37 AM

    I didn't know those were called granny carts.

    I've never owned a granny cart.

    Your's is adorable.

    I can see I need one. ;-)

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  8. SusanAugust 13, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    Cute granny cart redo.

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  9. Leigh of Tales from BloggeritavilleAugust 13, 2009 at 9:59 AM

    I adore your granny cart! It is precious!Thanks for linking up today for Thrifty Thursday! I am so appreciative!
    Leigh
    Tales from Bloggeritaville
    lbratina.blogspot.com

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  10. UnknownAugust 13, 2009 at 10:48 AM

    How chic! Love it!

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  11. jAugust 13, 2009 at 12:11 PM

    That looks great! My son would love the cart.

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  12. CandaceAugust 13, 2009 at 12:20 PM

    Who would have thought - why you, of course! What a great and useful recycling idea!
    Cheers!

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  13. BeaAugust 13, 2009 at 3:37 PM

    Great redo. I love using sheets as well.

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  14. ★Carol★August 13, 2009 at 3:38 PM

    That's one souped up granny cart! I have one of those, and it's got a bag stuffed in it that you can get at festivals: ugly plastic. You've inspired me to make a nicer bag, in time for the Covered Bridge Festival!

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  15. Sandy and Joe/rhubarb reignAugust 13, 2009 at 5:30 PM

    That turned out great! Looks like the fabric was just made to go with the cart. Know he'll enjoy it. xo

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  16. KammyAugust 13, 2009 at 6:29 PM

    Such a great re-do - love it ! I bet your little grandson will want to climb right in !
    Kammy

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  17. ChristinaAugust 13, 2009 at 6:52 PM

    Oh, I just love the granny cart. I'm sure your grandson will love carting his toys around in it.

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  18. UnknownAugust 13, 2009 at 8:59 PM

    What a neat idea!

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  19. Kristin - The GoatAugust 14, 2009 at 5:59 AM

    I think it's fabulous! and it's good that the grandson approves, too :)

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  20. Ally's CornerAugust 14, 2009 at 8:51 AM

    Love the Granny cart, very cute!!

    Ally

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  21. AnonymousAugust 14, 2009 at 1:16 PM

    That is so smart and sassy! I love it!

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