March 5, 2012

Sweet Vintage Bottles


Anything with water slide decals on it has been a hot seller in my booth at Orange Tree Antiques and sweet vintage bottles are no exception


I know my friends with booths and online stores are always looking for ideas so, this might be something to keep in mind. 
I add waterslide decals and... if the mood hits me......


I fancy them up a little  


You can buy a bag of assorted corks at any craft store


If only there was a vintage bottle store, but there is no such thing so..... Keep your eyes open at thrift and estate sales, you'll find them!


All Graphics are from The Graphics Fairy

Here is some seltzer bottles I did a while back


The secret ingredient is Water slide decals, the tutorial is Here.




Happy Creating!

  

52 comments:

Terra said...

The decals and the way you pretty up the bottles are charming and romantic and I can see why people are snapping them up at your outlet.

Ruby Jean said...

Oh Auntie Carol those are so VERY beautiful... I am thinking I could use a couple of these in my new sewing room.... :) I am happy to see that your shop is being highlighted and filled... :) Well I am off to finish up some painting.... We are JUST about finished... At least I think so.. LOL!!! I say that and every time I turn around there is something else that either needs to be painted or built... I am looking forward to getting back to some kind of normal...

Debbiedoos said...

You rock these Carol.I really love the look, and your cute embellishments add a nice touch too.

Anonymous said...

wow, they look great, I love the decals , they really are vintage looking.

Old Time Cindy said...

Thanks for sharing these. I'm always inspired when I visit you.(I just finished stamping 50 candles for a bridal shower thanks to your wonderful tutorial.)

Maureen Wyatt said...

Perfect timing! I was just going to look into decals and there you are with a tutorial and the pre designed sheets in your shop. Thanks! ~ Maureen

Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions said...

These are beautiful, Carol! I've done a couple of bottles for myself. I just saw a bunch at the antique and flea mart. I suppose, if I got past the dirt, I could buy them and clean them up. : )

Little Susie Home Maker said...

I must revel once more in your awesomeness!
Blessings,
Susie

Marisa said...

Beautiful as usual. I want some of those decals, so I will be visiting your store soon. Have a great day.

Bring Pretty Back said...

These are oooooh and ahhhhhhh worthy! Pretty perfection!
The colors are spot on for soft and pretty!
Excellent work!
Have a pretty day!
Kristin

Dawnll said...

These are so beautiful! Love the design and embellishments.
I always find so much inspiration every time I come here.
Thanks for sharing

NanaDiana said...

Carol- Those are just gorgeous! Absolutely beautiful. I'm betting they fly out of your shop~ xo Diana

Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️ said...

Hi Carol,

Your vintage bottles look amazing!

Dee

Sissie's Shabby Cottage said...

Hi Carol,
I could use a hot sell item in my booth. I've had a good month so far but I'd love to have something like these. I might give it a try.

They are so pretty and I can see why they sell fast.

hugs
Sissie

Gina said...

These are beautiful...I have no doubt that they're selling like hotcakes for you! I love that your selling the decals all ready to go too.

Shabby chic Sandy said...

Those are so pretty!

Createology said...

Everything you do is so elegant...even when it is shabby. I adore your fancy bottles. Joyful...

camp and cottage living said...

Carol
Your bottles are beautifully done. No wonder they sell so well!
I guess I'll have to wait till next time to buy your decals.
I saved your tutorial so I do it just right!

red.neck chic said...

Okay - those are soooooooooo pretty!!!! I love them - what FUN!!!

;-D robelyn

Vicki said...

I am so not surprised these sold out!

Unknown said...

Oo I love the decals on the bottles! You inspired me with your last decal post that I actually blogged about it a few posts back.
Have a great week!

Sandy xox

Marilyn said...

You have so many unique ideas! I love to stop by for a visit to see what you are up to. Guess I'll be visiting the tutorial post after I get this comment finished. Thanks for the info about your bathroom vanity. I spent part of my afternoon yesterday looking online at Lowes.♥♫

debi said...

Your bottles are so beautiful! I didn't even get all the way through your post before I went to your shop. I'm happy to find out that you will have more....they're so pretty.

Stampindamour said...

Carol - these are gorgeous! No wonder you SOLD OUT of the decals! Be sure to bring lots of them to FF. ;)

-pamela

Jane said...

The bottles are beautiful....I'm not surprised they are such a big seller!! Thanks for being so generous with all your info!
Jane

Bring Pretty Back said...

Carol . Thank you.
Hugs, Kristin

Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble Christmas said...

Carol,
Another wonderful project that you have shared with us!!

Hugs,
Debbie

Debbie said...

I love vintage bottles, especially perfume bottles. Just typed a long reason as to why but deleted it because...really, who cares why I like them? LOL

I just do.

I love what you do to them with the decals, too.

Anonymous said...

the little jelly jars are so cute....fill with pastel jelly beans for a charming remembrance gift for someone special. LOL...I just put two plain old brown vintage bleach jars in my booth...nothing as pretty as yours. (new wiring has been strung all over and around my house Carol....two engineers are coming out tomorrow..maybe they will get to the problem )

Celestina Marie said...

Hi Carol, Oh these are so pretty and you are a girl after my own heart. I have these same vintage labels and been using them for awhile on lots of treasures including bottles. I found many great vintage bottles to redesign here at one of my favorite antique malls. Love your pretties!!

Also, I passed on your home tour post to my friend who is going to move to the Orlando area. She went crazy for your lovely home and was interested in the paint colors on your walls. Especially the green shade. She asked me to find out from you if possible the color name you used. If you can share that, she would be so thankful.

Have a happy creative day.
XO CMD

Sam I Am...... said...

OMG! Just what I was looking for! In fact yesterday I found instructions on using Modge Podge and then rubbing the paper off...looked like a lot of work. This looks easy! Thank you! I have a ton of glass bottles and clay pots etc. Now, I can re-purpose, re-use or re-sell! You are so talented and giving of yourself. Thank you, Carol!

KimMalk said...

These are just beautiful, Carol. I'll wait for your online store to get restocked ;). I have yet to try the slip decals.

Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...

Oh fooey...I really wanted to try them...I didn't get here fast enough!!

❁Velma ~Down Our Country Road❁ said...

Your jars are adorable. It's good to know what's selling in other parts of the country and what they are selling for...thank you for being so open about what you do and what you sell.
I'm the same way about my online store...don't promote it like I should.

Ruffles n Raspberries said...

Gorgeous.. as always, Carol!!

Elizabeth said...

I love your decal! hope you soon have more for sale!

sweetpea said...

pretty, carol! thank you for the comment you left on my blog feature. so appreciate it!

hugs,

shelley

Little Miss Maggie said...

Hi Carol. I didn't know you were selling your decals. I would love to purchase a couple of sheets from you when you re-stock. My experience with making them a couple years ago was not a pleasant one, hence I made no more!

Holly Loves Art said...

These are so very beautiful! Love your online shop! Thank you for sharing!
Cheers,
Holly

Rebecca Nelson said...

OH MY GOSH! Fabulous girly! Fabulous. Love them all!

Now...your comment on our laundry room redo made me smile. But you calling my hubbs and I kids took me to the moon!

U R sooo funny!

xoRebecca

Unknown said...

LOVE LOVE LOVE the bottles!!!! These are so darling and you are just SO CREATIVE!!! :) No wonder these sell like hotcakes they're stunning!!!

Hugs,

Rose Garden Romantic said...

The bottles are so beautiful!!!

Tee said...

CLASSY, just like you Carol. I was instantly addicted to the waterslides. I showed them to my husband and he said, "oh, those are like the decals I use on my model cars/planes."
What a DUH moment.

Mimi said...

These botles are truly lovely. can't wait to try this process. Thanks for sharing.

Savannah Granny said...

Beautiful as usual. Love the seltzer bottles. Blessings, Ginger

Deborah said...

Carol, I love the bottle! I was wondering if you had any tips for cleaning the inside of old bottles? The old ones always seem to be so mucky inside. Soaking them in soapy water doesn't always seem to help.
thanks
Debbie

Ivy and Elephants said...

Loved your gorgeous vintage bottles. Thanks so much for linking them, they are now a feature this week at WIW. Come on by and grab a button!
Hugs,
Patti

gail@My Repurposed Life said...

ohhhh, I love all of your bottles! sooo pretty and girly!
thanks for sharing at catch as catch can,
gail

Bonnie said...

Love your vintage bottles. I have an historic home and am always looking for little touchs. Thanks for the tutorial and for selling the decals. It's generous of you to give us a choice. I like that!

Angie @ Knick of Time said...

LOVE them! You'll be featured later today, along with the winner of my giveaway for That's the Ticket Blog Hop Link Party!

Thanks so much for sharing at the party! There will be a button there waiting for you!

Blessings,
Angie @ Knick of Time

Cindy The Victorian Journey said...

Love your hats. The embellishments are spectacular. The bottles are so cute also. Love it.
Thanks so much for helping me on my hat project with information.

Colleen Dietrich said...

What a fabulous array of bottles! I love what you did to them. :)