Every now and then, I am so inspired by another blogger’s project idea that I can’t help but try a version of it myself. And I thought these spindle carrots were SO adorable as farmhouse Easter decor that I really wanted to make some myself. And when I found these vintage bobbins at a local thrift store, I knew right away that they were meant to become my version of decorative carrots.
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The area where I live used to be a textile mill mecca in the mid-20th Century. So, I have made several upcycling projects using vintage bobbins, spools, and thread cones that are relics from that era.
And now with these vintage bobbins, I’ll be adding a new one to the list!
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Painting the Vintage Bobbins
First, I needed to paint them orange, of course! I had plenty of orange craft paints to play around with, but I wasn’t sure how to go about painting them.
I mean, how to paint them efficiently with a safe way to stand them up to dry.
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That’s when it dawned on me…
An accordion peg rack would be PERFECT for holding them up as they dried.
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And let me tell you, it worked like an absolute charm!
This is NOT the upcycling idea I had in mind for this accordion peg rack. But maybe I’ll just keep it around for random uses like this!
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I ended up using this paint color for my decorative carrots and it was an excellent choice. I gave each vintage bobbin two quick coats and stood them on the accordion wall rack to dry.
Decorative Carrots for Farmhouse Easter Decor
After the chalk paint had dried, I lightly sanded the wooden bobbins to smooth out the paint and to bring out the ribbed nature of the bobbins.
Looking more and more carrot-y by the minute!
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Once I wiped down the wooden bobbins to remove sanding dust (with a damp paper towel), I buffed on clear furniture wax.
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And look at that! The accordion peg rack came in handy AGAIN for this project!
Of course, carrots (even decorative carrots) aren’t complete without green tops! I found some plastic greens that had just the look I was going for.
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I snipped them to size with wire cutters and used hot glue to hold them inside the wooden carrots.
Decorative Carrots from Vintage Bobbins
And just like that, I had decorative carrots that would be perfect as farmhouse Easter decor. SUCH an easy upcycling idea!
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Oh, and I hear you loud and clear- Who needs carrots to decorate for Easter?
But I couldn’t help myself…and they’re just plain cute! If I had kids, I would totally make these so they could play make-believe Grocery Store or Farmer’s Market, too.
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So, maybe there’s a year-round use for these after all!
Either way, they were a quick and easy Easter craft that I could make before the holiday came and went! And I really do love using items from the closer-down textile and fiber mills that are found in the Carolinas.
And here’s another upcycling idea for Easter decor, and it only takes a few minutes to put together. And yes, it started on thrift store shelves, as well!
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Sarah Ramberg is the owner of Sadie Seasongoods, a website that celebrates all things secondhand. From upcycling ideas and thrifted decor to vintage-centric travel itineraries, Sadie Seasongoods is a one-stop shop for anyone who loves thrifting and approachable repurposing ideas. Sarah is also the author of “Crafting with Flannel” and has been featured in numerous media outlets and magazines.
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These are too cute! Your ideas never cease to amaze me!
Thank you so very much!
This is a cute project and a great use for the spindles.
Thank you so much, Eileen!
These are so cute! I think I have some short turned spindles I thrifted that would be perfect for this! Thanks for Sharing!
They sound perfect for this, definitely! Thanks, Vicki!
These are so adorable! 🙂
Thank you, Christina!
OMGosh! LOVE IT! I thought that was real parsley sticking out! Oh I am on my way to thrift and find me something close to your project – thank you as always for sharing! I just love your stories, the way you give details about what you did or did not do… Thanks again!!!
Thank you so much, Angie!
I can just see those carrots next to a stuffed or paper mache rabbit! Also love your eggs on the blue milk glass egg plate. Such a robin’s egg blue! Happy Easter!
Thanks, Kathy- Happy Easter to you, as well!
Oh my gosh..too cute!! I wanna come and spend the day looking at all of your Easter crafts!!! 🙂
Awww, thank you, Scotty!!
Wishing you and yours a Blessed and Happy Easter.
Joan,Marion and Marilyn
Thank you so much- to you lovelies, as well!
So darn cute!
Thank you, Naomi!
Another great post Sadie! Pinned! 😉
Thank you so much!
Great Easter decor ideas! I’ll have to them next year. Thanks for sharing! Carolina at Ironmongery Experts.