Saturday, July 6, 2013

Wonderful World of Wood and Wire


(Thanks so much to Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olsen for featuring this post!)
Hi, everyone!  I hope you had a great July 4th 'weekend'!  While looking around my home recently I noticed that I pair wood and wire together...A LOT!!


 What can I say?


 It's not a conscious decision...


...it just seems to work out that way.


I guess the reason...


...is that I'm always drawn to rustic (aka shabby) wood pieces...


...and I never met a wire basket (or wire anything for that matter) that I didn't love!


And there's just something...


...about the combination of the two materials...


...that really appeals to me!


So I guess I'll just keep on pairing them up...


...because it makes me happy!  :)
Looks like I'm not the only one who likes wood and wire!


How 'bout you?  What do you love to mix and match together?  Have a wonderful day!

I'm linking to these fun parties:  i should be mopping the floor
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43 comments:

  1. DawnJuly 6, 2013 at 11:24 PM

    Love all your touches. I have never found an old wire basket that I didn't love too. The kitty for 78 cents is so cute:)

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  2. NanaDianaJuly 6, 2013 at 11:27 PM

    I love how you have mixed your elements together. I love old wire baskets and would have more except my hubby already thinks I hoard things. WHAT? lol Anyway, great post- xo Diana

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  3. Jeanette@Creating a Life StudioJuly 7, 2013 at 3:02 AM

    I love that combination, too. I recently picked up a basket very similar to the first photo, now where to put it, hmmm...
    The kitty in the basket made us smile : )

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  4. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJuly 7, 2013 at 8:41 AM

    Love all your wire baskets, Susan! There is just something about them that always has me stopping to look at them. Especially the ones with some curves to them.

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  5. shannon i olsonJuly 7, 2013 at 9:17 AM

    Completely agree! Found a great one the other day at a sale...but someone had already set it aside...I could have cried.

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  6. Creations by Marie Antoinette and Edie MarieJuly 7, 2013 at 9:26 AM

    I love wire stuff too! Especially love the old wire rack you have with the vintage seltzer bottles in. I have an old rack that was my Dad's and I'm looking for the right thing to put in it. I was for gasoline bottles and the openings are smaller that milk bottles. But eventually the right things will pop up. That's what's so good about junkin' isn't it??

    I always LOVE all of your "junk" girl! You have such a great way of putting things together Susan.

    Have a great week - Blessings, Edie

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  7. chateau chicJuly 7, 2013 at 9:39 AM

    LOVE the combination of wood and wire, and you do it so well, Susan!! Fabulous wire birdcage!!!!
    Mary Alice

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  8. Creations by Marie Antoinette and Edie MarieJuly 7, 2013 at 10:45 AM

    You do that because you have great taste. Wood and wire always looks great together. All your pics are so pretty and I will take that kitty for .78 . what a great bargain. He or she is just to beautiful.
    XXOO Marie Antoinette

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  9. JunkchiccottageJuly 7, 2013 at 11:09 AM

    Hi Susan,
    I love the wire and wood together. I love all your wire baskets too. You have a wonderful collection. Love the last picture of your kitty for .78 cents!!!! I take one!!!!!
    Kris

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  10. KellyJuly 7, 2013 at 11:26 AM

    You have a nice collection of wire baskets. I love wire baskets! They work perfectly in your home too. I like the industrial vibe they give off. I can tell a lot of yours are authentically old too!

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  11. Sandi~A Cottage MuseJuly 7, 2013 at 4:19 PM

    Love this combo too and you match it perfectly!

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  12. Vickie @ Ranger 911July 7, 2013 at 5:13 PM

    The last photo is too funny! I guess your cat loves the combination, too. Love all your vintage pieces!

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  13. ReviJuly 7, 2013 at 6:08 PM

    Yes...even the cat coordinates! I love wire and some natural wood mixed in with the painted pieces, too. It's a compromise of masculine/feminine and texture that makes white not look too sterile. Love it!

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  14. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresJuly 7, 2013 at 8:37 PM

    You do it because it works and it's gorgeous! Oh yeah, wood, wire, rust...it's all good.

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  15. HouzstyleJuly 7, 2013 at 9:14 PM

    Enjoyed the post and especially how you style with wood and wire. I am obsessed with wire baskets also. Saw 2 on sale at Home Goods and love them both.

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  16. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapJuly 7, 2013 at 9:44 PM

    and that's why I like your blog...wood and wire...and your style in general :)

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  17. flowerlady464July 7, 2013 at 10:23 PM

    A vote here too...wood, wire, and a little shabby white to soften.
    So happy I found your blog! :)

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  18. cynthia lee designsJuly 7, 2013 at 10:57 PM

    I love wood and wire together too, but I only have a couple of wire baskets right now. Been on the lookout for them at the thrift shops and flea markets. Love the photo of your kitty in the basket...too cute!!
    hugs,
    Cindy

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  19. Liz @ Quirky VistasJuly 7, 2013 at 11:06 PM

    And it works for you so very well! I love seeing how you pair things - wood, wire and otherwise!
    Liz

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  20. amandaJuly 7, 2013 at 11:16 PM

    I LOVE wood & wire.. they're pretty common around our home, too..
    Loving all your treasures & how you put them to use / display!

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  21. MelanieJuly 8, 2013 at 6:18 AM

    Loved all of the pictures, but the last one was my favorite!

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  22. Julie's LifestyleJuly 8, 2013 at 10:43 AM

    Hi and thanks for sharing your beautiful home. Everything look so perfect! I have a hard time with husband, daughter and dog, but I try! Lol!
    Julie from julieslifestyle.blogspot.com

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  23. Jean @ www.thebackyardbungalow.comJuly 8, 2013 at 12:01 PM

    Wire, wood, silver, glass and chippy paint...all favorites! You do it so well!

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  24. Leena Milligan LanteigneJuly 8, 2013 at 8:02 PM

    I love all of your pairings with the wire and wood! I didn't realize it, but I think I'm a big fan of the coupling too! I also like fresh cut flowers paired with old tarnished silver vessels, chippy painted wood with sea shells - lots of things! Thank you for sharing your beautiful pictures! Hugs, Leena

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  25. ElekonJuly 9, 2013 at 5:19 AM

    What a wonderful blog, it`s full of inspiration!
    thanks for your comment and following and of course I`m following you back!)

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  26. Mary SmithJuly 9, 2013 at 7:58 AM

    Great pictures! I love wire baskets.

    Thanks so much for sharing at Tuesdays with a Twist!

    http://back2basichealth.blogspot.com/2013/07/tuesdays-with-twist-14-is-here.html

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  27. Farm GirlJuly 9, 2013 at 11:19 AM

    I love it too and your house just looks fantastic.

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  28. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJuly 9, 2013 at 3:29 PM

    They're a great combination and you do it so well. Thanks tons for joining Inspire Me. Hugs, Marty

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  29. sweetvintageofmineJuly 9, 2013 at 3:46 PM

    Hi Susan, wood and wire....ww a perfect couple!! Never tire of seeing your vignettes...such wonderful ideas! My weakness is old wrought iron and wire too!(but I also love old wicker) Have a wonderful week....Roxie

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  30. SewSweetVIntageJuly 9, 2013 at 5:07 PM

    Wire and metal lover too, but your sweet white bench caught my eye! Pinning! Saw your post at knick of time. Stop by http://www.sewsweetvintage.com/2013/07/vintage-swimwear.html

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  31. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsJuly 9, 2013 at 8:28 PM

    Oh you have so many fantastic wire baskets that you fill with the most amazing things...my fav, is the one with the baseballs!!!

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  32. Linda@Coastal CharmJuly 10, 2013 at 6:23 AM

    What a great collection you have here...gotta love some wire baskets!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  33. Creations by Marie Antoinette and Edie MarieJuly 10, 2013 at 9:18 PM

    Hello...Must love junk...LOL,
    Came to see what new good junk you have...LOL.
    But I'll just say hello.
    XXOO Marie Antoinette

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  34. Markers + ThreadJuly 11, 2013 at 11:24 AM

    wow, beautiful home you have! love it!

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  35. Tina@WhatWeKeepJuly 11, 2013 at 2:28 PM

    I always love looking at your photos!

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  36. MelissaJuly 11, 2013 at 3:38 PM

    Sigh....wood and wire...two of my most favorite things!!! Throw in some chippy white goodness and I'm in heaven! ;)

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  37. Lynda @ Happenstance HomeJuly 13, 2013 at 10:13 AM

    All so pretty. I like to mix wood and metals too - the warm finish with the cool finish just seems to work. Happy Weekend!

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  38. Debra@CommonGroundJuly 13, 2013 at 10:25 AM

    I always love how you put things together! is kitty happy or mad? great spot for napping!

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  39. andrea@townandprairieJuly 15, 2013 at 4:03 PM

    Just a match made in heaven! Great vignettes, saw you on Cottage of the Month, too- BEAUTIFUL! Kitty is gorgeous.

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  40. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJuly 17, 2013 at 12:10 AM

    I love anything wire too Susan. You pair it so beautifully with wood. Love it all! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  41. Kerryanne @ Shabby Art BoutiqueJuly 17, 2013 at 4:12 AM

    Susan, I love the look of wire and wood together and especially if there's a little rust involved too. I think you have paired the two up brilliantly in your home.
    Hugs,
    Kerryanne

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  42. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJuly 17, 2013 at 4:26 PM

    Hi Susan, just popping back to let you know that I will be featuring you at SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

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  43. bjJuly 18, 2013 at 9:48 PM

    I love it together, too...
    xo bj

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