Tuesday, May 18, 2010

Good Measures

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Good measures – you rule!

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My little collection of expandable rulers and 6-inch advertising rulers are propped up in antique trophy cups on top of a little white hutch. The old patinas mix well together for a serene look.

P1010030a Stack the rulers up to use for a little “lift” in a vignette, too.

Fun, quirky and all in good measure!

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38 comments:

  1. JenniferMay 18, 2010 at 8:51 AM

    this is fun - I love pics of multiples! Jennifer jennsthreegraces

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  2. StaceyMay 18, 2010 at 8:54 AM

    What a neat collection. The folding wood measuring sticks always remind me of my grandfather's workshop. I remember him having those.

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  3. Donna, The Decorated HouseMay 18, 2010 at 8:58 AM

    Hi~
    Love you collection of rulers. I have to fight myself not to buy them when I see them. The patinas are so beautiful as you said. But, oh how I don't "need" one more thing to collect!
    So it was a treat to see yours!
    Donna

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  4. AnonymousMay 18, 2010 at 9:08 AM

    You are so clever in your writings...I love it when you show us your collections. Do you have a favorite collection?

    xo
    LeAnn

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  5. Blondie's JournalMay 18, 2010 at 9:22 AM

    Such a neat collection. Think of all the time and ways they were used!

    xoxo
    Janie

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  6. Dandy DukeMay 18, 2010 at 9:24 AM

    What a beautiful collection of rulers! Our mom loves antique wooden things!

    Love ya lots,
    Maggie and Mitch

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  7. AnonymousMay 18, 2010 at 9:26 AM

    Love your collection! Especially the folding yard sticks.

    DI
    The Blue Ridge Gal

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  8. PondsideMay 18, 2010 at 9:28 AM

    Every inch, the perfectly aligned vignette!

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  9. Signs and SalvageMay 18, 2010 at 9:29 AM

    I am in LOVE with that VIgnette!!!!! WONDERFUL!!!

    Have a great day:)

    Kristin

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  10. Sentimentally MeMay 18, 2010 at 9:38 AM

    Oh My! Every time I see one of those I think of my Dad! He was quite the creative genius and ALWAYS had one of those folding rulers handy, along with a metal "pull out" tape measure on his belt! I remember trying like H*LL to "refold" those tape measures for him when I was a wee one. . . . good memories for sure, thanks for the stroll, my bud! xoxo P

    PS Spoke to "The Other Becky" yesterday (well, not spoke, but emailed) and she said you guys met "IN THE FLESH" oh how I would have loved to be there with two of my favorite Beckys in the whole wide world :)

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  11. Needles EverywhereMay 18, 2010 at 10:57 AM

    I love those expandable rulers. I remember my Grandpa and my Dad using them until the numbers were worn off. What great memories.

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  12. Sinta ReneeMay 18, 2010 at 11:26 AM

    Cute! I would have never thought to collect these little treasures!

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  13. VeeMay 18, 2010 at 11:39 AM

    Oh my hubby would just love this. He already enjoys my one little nod. Of course, if he'd give up his collection, I could have one of my own. Love the photography and your particular brand of quirky!

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  14. LindaMay 18, 2010 at 11:42 AM

    I love these, for some reason the expandable ones fascincate.....hugs, Linda

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  15. UnknownMay 18, 2010 at 1:19 PM

    That's such a cute idea! I've found several of those rummaging around my Mother's house lately. You've given me a great idea. Thank you for sharing!

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  16. Sissie's Shabby CottageMay 18, 2010 at 3:56 PM

    You have the best collections and this one is great. I remember the folding measuring sticks that were around when I was a little girl. I loved playing with them and always pinched my fingers!

    hugs
    Sissie

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  17. kybarbMay 18, 2010 at 4:48 PM

    Love the display of your ruler collection! I would never have thought to display them like that and I love it! I'm gathering all of mine together and when I have enough I'll know what to do with them! Do you like yard sticks too? I have bought a few recently and need an idea for displaying them too!

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  18. ~Lavender Dreamer~May 18, 2010 at 5:37 PM

    How neat! I've never seen these as a collection! I think my hubby has gotten rid of all of his old tape measures!

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  19. PatinaMay 18, 2010 at 8:10 PM

    I love the look Becky! What a great idea. Now I want to find small rulers. So many fun things to collect!

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  20. ClaudiaMay 18, 2010 at 8:15 PM

    I love wooden rulers and measuring sticks! You have a great collection.

    xo
    Claudia

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  21. The Strawberry MallardMay 18, 2010 at 8:52 PM

    Oh my!!! We have a couple of them back up North.....gotta get'em outta there asap!
    Love ya angel,
    xoxoxo
    Nebby & co.

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  22. AngelaMay 18, 2010 at 9:43 PM

    Very cool, nicely displayed!!

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  23. marieMay 18, 2010 at 9:51 PM

    I love this display ~ the contrast of the wood and metal is really nice and I love all the oclors of the wood. My Dad had expandable rulers ~ we played with them all the time. Thanks for a sweet memory!

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  24. Tales From My Empty NestMay 18, 2010 at 9:57 PM

    Loved the pictures of your collection. Hope you are having a great week. Tell the dogs hello!!! They are so cute! Love & blessings from NC!

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  25. Mimi SueMay 18, 2010 at 10:24 PM

    Beautiful. Love your Baby Ben too. Mimi

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  26. Lori LucasMay 18, 2010 at 11:08 PM

    I love those. It makes me think of my grandfathers and lots of fun afternoons in their workshop! Great pictures...as always. Lori L

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  27. the wild raspberryMay 19, 2010 at 5:48 AM

    love your little display...
    that little clock is so fabulous.
    all of it is now that i think about it!

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  28. EmmaMay 19, 2010 at 6:52 AM

    i have been looking for a vintage ruler for ages!! im so jealous....a totally beautiful display
    xxx

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  29. Pansy Cottage GirlMay 19, 2010 at 9:09 AM

    Great job on these pictures! The collections look great!

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  30. UnknownMay 19, 2010 at 10:11 AM

    Cute! :) I love all the old give-away stuff. You sure don't see that anymore.

    ~Liz

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  31. ElsieMay 19, 2010 at 2:40 PM

    Becky~ Love your rulers,I have Daddy's like that and a lot of
    small rulers in my sewing room.
    I love the way you display them.
    SOOOOOOO cute.:O)

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  32. C. Dianne ZweigMay 19, 2010 at 3:16 PM

    Fabulous photography and a wonderful post...really enjoyed this,

    Dianne
    Kitsch n Stuff

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  33. ConnieMay 19, 2010 at 5:17 PM

    My Dad was a carpenter and he always had a wooden tape measure in his overall. Your display brought back so many memories. Thanks for sharing.

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  34. BrendaMay 19, 2010 at 5:34 PM

    I have a folding ruler just like those that was my father's.
    I love how you have displayed yours ,I think I need to find a way to display his.

    Brenda

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  35. AmyMay 19, 2010 at 6:29 PM

    I never would of thought to display those but I have to say they look lovely. They remind me of my dad. He was a tool designer and he had all kinds of measuring devices. Thanks Becky.

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  36. CindyMay 19, 2010 at 6:53 PM

    Love this...what a great mix of color and texture, its fab! I love old rulers, I think they are the coolest!

    -c
    yapping cat

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  37. Brenda PruittMay 20, 2010 at 4:43 PM

    You do the best displays! I love this!
    Brenda

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  38. Tracey JohnsonMay 22, 2010 at 3:03 PM

    I love this look!

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