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July 14, 2016 by Patti 82 Comments

“What is that thing out in the woods?,” my brother-in-law asked quizzically.  When I explained to him that it was a mini conservatory made of old windows I could tell by the look on his face that he was thinking, “Ohhh-KAY!”

Y’ALL!  Not everyone gets us, we diggers in old trash.  I know y’all are with me on this.  Why else would you read a blog like mine?  The thrill-of-the-hunt-to-find-the-perfect-parts-that-will-come-together-into-one-grand-creation-of-our-own-making.

SIGH . . . Life is GOOD!

Mini conservatory after 021Quite awhile back I did a post showing pictures of garden houses (LINK HERE) and shared my dream of having one of my own.  Back then there wasn’t a single place in our yard to add such a dream.  HOWEVER, now that we are in a house with a larger yard and much of it natural woods, I found myself dreaming once again.

Dreaming and searching online for Mini Garden Conservatories.  I found several on Pinterest which you can check out on my Garden Houses Board.

The following is a simple tutorial showing how Mr. OTN and I put our own Mini Conservatory together:

Old windowsWe began with six windows found on Craigslist.  Four for each of the sides and two to make the peak of the roof.

Mini Conservatory 001Mr. OTN jumped right into the project (I think he enjoyed the fame of being written about in my Recaning a Vintage Chair post) and used a drill and screwdriver to attach L-brackets to three corners of the structure.

Mini Conservatory 002

Mini Conservatory 003Next was the peak of the roof.

Mini Conservatory 004We knew we wanted a flat section on the top for attaching decorative trims so he screwed a 2×4 down into the edges of the top and added brackets on both ends to stabilize the roof.

Mini Conservatory 005

The bottom edges of the roof windows fit down perfectly into the tops of the base windows so all Mr. OTN had to do was add screws to secure them.  The door was added next and Mr. OTN shaved off a bit of the top corners with his mitre saw so the door wood swing smoothly under the roof.

Mini Conservatory 006We used old hardware that came with the windows as a door latch.

Mini Conservatory 009I wanted a tin strip over the top of the roof and after measuring I used metal snippers to cut the trim from a piece of dryer vent.

Mini Conservatory 010You can see here that I took my hammer to it to make it look like hammered metal.  This was just the beginning.  By the time I got through with my hammer and a metal chain it looked really grand!

Mini Conservatory 012I decided to cut a piece of wood to cover the end brackets and give my house a more finished look.  This is the template I created for the wood before cutting it with the table saw.  Yes, I get to use the dangerous tools!

Mini Conservatory 013 I could hardly wait until it was all put together to begin painting.  NOTE:  It was a waste of time to tape everything before painting.  I have a pretty steady hand and I found that I could paint and wipe away excess much faster than I could tape.  Besides, this is an outdoor project so who really cares if the paint is a little sloppy?  Live and learn.Mini conservatory after 023The best part was trimming out my creation.  I had leftover metal trim from my Outdoor Herb Shelf project.

Mini conservatory after 022I found an inexpensive cross at Hobby Lobby and added some plastic crystals for a little sun catching bling.

Mini conservatory after 025I found an old trivet at Habitat for Humanity and since it was dark like the trim I rubbed a little gold paint over it to make it stand out.

Mini Conservatory After 01I’ve had this crystal doorknob in my spare parts box for awhile now so I was delighted to be able to use it on this project.  The well patina’d doorknob plate was a cheap brass one that I also found in my spare parts box and aged with salt and vinegar.  Poifect!

Mini conservatory after 012The decorative accent on top is two plant hooks screwed down into the wood and metal.

Mini conservatory after 008I wanted to elevate my Mini Conservatory so was extremely happy to find an old coffee table at Goodwill that I painted with the same outdoor paint that I used on the windows.   Aren’t the legs good looking?

Mini conservatory after 027Finally I was able to add a bit of color with beautiful plants.

Mini conservatory after 024This little boy and his dog were sitting in the woods behind our house so I gave him a new place to observe the garden.

Mini conservatory after 002The broken pedestal piece was also out in the woods and it now serves as a stand for my plants.

Mini conservatory after 035I like adding a little interest to the woods behind my house . . .

Mini conservatory after 017. . . and the view from my screened porch makes me smile.  Silly old lady that I am. 

Blessings friends,

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Comments

  1. Joy says

    July 14, 2016 at 4:59 pm

    It looks absolutely amazing. Even more beautiful than I imagined. Great job!

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 14, 2016 at 6:43 pm

      Awww . . . thank you sweet daughter!

      Reply
  2. Sherry says

    July 14, 2016 at 10:25 pm

    Patti, this is sooo cute….LOVE IT.

    Reply
  3. Candy says

    July 15, 2016 at 9:26 am

    Great job!!! I love it! I too have a thing about the mini conservatory/greenhouse. I have wanted to do one for ages. You have now given me the incentive to feel like I could possibly do one, once I find the windows. I love how you added the little findings they make it perfect. Thanks for the tutorial too.
    Blessings,
    Candy

    Reply
  4. Kym says

    July 15, 2016 at 11:29 am

    This is absolutely beautiful! I know just where it will go after we (OK, the hubs) builds it!

    Reply
  5. Stacey Keeling says

    July 15, 2016 at 11:46 am

    I’m jealous and I do understand. 🙂

    Your conservatory is gorgeous and I’ve always wanted one.

    Reply
  6. Cindy says

    July 15, 2016 at 12:13 pm

    Beautiful!! Very creative! Great job!

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 16, 2016 at 6:55 am

      Thank you for the compliment Cindy! You make me smile 🙂

      Reply
  7. Kathy Nielsen says

    July 15, 2016 at 12:34 pm

    Patti, It looks so darn cute. Would love to have one in my garden!

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 16, 2016 at 6:56 am

      It was so easy to build Kathy. You can do it!

      Reply
  8. Peggy says

    July 15, 2016 at 3:56 pm

    Love the glass door knob and the chandy! What a perfect addition to your yard. Thanks for a very informative how to. Off to find some Windows.

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 16, 2016 at 6:58 am

      Yay Peggy! I’m glad you liked it and happy that you will have one too! Thank you.

      Reply
  9. Eileen says

    July 15, 2016 at 6:06 pm

    Not silly, delightful ! I must do this. I love the final details.

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 16, 2016 at 7:00 am

      Thank you Eileen. It was one of the “funnest” projects I’ve done. 🙂

      Reply
  10. Monroe @ Sew Crafty Crochet says

    July 16, 2016 at 5:26 am

    Wow!!!! You did an amazing job! I love that you made this out of old windows! Wonderful! I love the crystal knob and the doorknob plate. It’s just beautiful!

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 16, 2016 at 7:03 am

      Thank you Monroe. The crystal doorknob has been waiting for just the right project and it is my favorite addition too!

      Reply
  11. Debbie says

    July 16, 2016 at 6:33 pm

    I am here from Shabbilicious Friday. What a wonderful post, and great tutorial! I like your blog, too.
    Thank you for sharing this beautiful idea. It turned out lovely! This is something I would love to put together for my garden. All of your special touches really added to this piece! I am glad I stopped by.
    Debbie

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 17, 2016 at 7:41 am

      I’m glad you stopped by too Debbie. Thank you for the compliments on my mini conservatory. I popped over to your blog and I love your romantic house at the lake! We left behind a lake house in Washington to move to SC and I still miss it even though I’m thankful for our new home and all of the wonderful SC weather.

      Reply
  12. Marie, The Interior Frugalista says

    July 17, 2016 at 9:06 am

    Your gorgeous mini garden conservatory caught my eye at the Party Junk party. I’ve seen old windows repurposed into these before but what makes yours so special is the embellishments you have adorned it with. LOVE LOVE LOVE this and pinned to share 🙂 Excellent tutorial and photos too.

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 18, 2016 at 7:13 am

      Thank you sweet Marie for you lovely comments on my Mini Garden Conservatory! You bless me 

      Reply
  13. Christine says

    July 17, 2016 at 5:21 pm

    I am loving this!! It’s rustic and glamorous. It looks so pretty sitting outside tucked in your garden.

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 18, 2016 at 7:14 am

      Thank you sweet Christine! Rustic Glam is my thing I guess 🙂

      Reply
  14. Terri Presser says

    July 17, 2016 at 10:23 pm

    Wow i really like this, what a great job you both did. Thanks for sharing at good morning Mondays. Blessings

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 18, 2016 at 7:15 am

      Thank you my friend and blessings back to you 🙂

      Reply
  15. Vanessa says

    July 18, 2016 at 12:10 pm

    This turned out gorgeous! Nothing like having your own mini garden conservatory. It’s beautiful. Thank you for sharing at Dishing it and Digging It link party. We love having you.

    Reply
  16. Christine says

    July 19, 2016 at 10:05 am

    Wow this looks fabulous! How talented of you to build it….Christine

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 20, 2016 at 6:26 am

      Thanks Christine! It helped to have a handy hubby 🙂

      Reply
  17. Janice says

    July 19, 2016 at 1:33 pm

    Its is just beautiful, im in awe about. How to convince my son lets make this. Thank you for sharing the details of it. Love it.. With love Janice

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 20, 2016 at 6:23 am

      Thank you Janice! I do hope your son will help you make one. It is really quite simple 🙂

      Reply
  18. Michele Morin says

    July 20, 2016 at 6:55 am

    Your home is beautiful inside and out — just like you!
    I love that shot of you inside your creation painting it!

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 20, 2016 at 7:52 am

      You are the sweetest Michele Morin!

      Reply
  19. Edye says

    July 20, 2016 at 12:27 pm

    This is absolutely beautiful! You did an amazing job 🙂

    Blessings,
    Edye | http://gracefulcoffee.wordpress.com

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:44 am

      Thank you dear Edye! <3

      Reply
  20. Ann says

    July 20, 2016 at 1:20 pm

    So glad you paid no attention to your brother-in-law! (I’m sure his intentions were honorable…LOL!) Your mini-conservatory is not only a beautiful piece of artwork, but also is great for growing plants! You are SO creative, using many old pieces that most would have thrown away, yet look what beauty it brings! Stopping over from “A Little R&R” link-up.

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:43 am

      Thank you for stopping by and making my day with your wonderful compliments Ann. You bless me 🙂

      Reply
  21. Sherry says

    July 20, 2016 at 2:37 pm

    That is a sweet garden centerpiece! Love it! Thank you for sharing at Home Sweet Home!

    Reply
  22. Sherry says

    July 20, 2016 at 4:02 pm

    I so want one! LOL I will feature this tomorrow at Home Sweet Home!

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:42 am

      Wow! Thank you for sharing the love Sherry. I appreciate it so very much 🙂

      Reply
  23. Mary-the boondocks blog says

    July 20, 2016 at 5:18 pm

    Patti this is really phenomenal. What makes it oh so special is the attention to detail that you have given it. The little trim here and there, the two pieces on the top. I love this. Really extraordinary and creative. Pinning and sharing. Thank you for joining us and giving us lots of sweet Inspiration.

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:40 am

      Thank you sweet Mary! You are a blessing 🙂

      Reply
  24. Sherry Legan says

    July 20, 2016 at 7:34 pm

    Great post. And how handy you are. Thanks for sharing how you did it! I enjoyed visiting from
    The Art of Homemaking. I’m following you!
    I hope you can come over and say hi. I linked to http://www.mychristmasjourney.blogspot.com
    Hope to see you!

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:38 am

      Thank you for visiting and for following Sherry! I will be over to pay you a visit 🙂

      Reply
  25. Kerryanne @ Shabby Art Boutique says

    July 21, 2016 at 12:34 am

    It is truly amazing Patti and how lovely it must be to look out to your yard and see it there.
    Thank you for sharing at Shabbilicious Friday. I’m delighted to be featuring your mini garden conservatory at tomorrow’s party.
    Hugs ~ Kerryanne

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:37 am

      I LOVE being featured at your Shabby Art Boutique Kerryanne! Thank you 🙂

      Reply
  26. Stacey Keeling says

    July 21, 2016 at 7:08 am

    My jealousy continues! Thanks for sharing this at Thoughts of Home on Thursday.

    Posting on Facebook right now. 🙂

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:35 am

      Jealous in a good Christian way I’m sure Stacey, just like I am of all your talent. You are the sweetest!

      Reply
  27. JES says

    July 21, 2016 at 7:47 am

    What a fun outdoor project Patti! I love it 🙂 Thank you for sharing with us on the Art of Home-Making Mondays at Strangers & Pilgrims on Earth!

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:33 am

      Thank you sweet Jes 🙂

      Reply
  28. Mary-the boondocks blog says

    July 21, 2016 at 5:15 pm

    Patti, you are my feature for the Sweet Inspiration Link party tomorrow. Come by and grab your button. And thank you for linking up with us.

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:32 am

      I am honored to have my project featured Mary. Thank you 🙂

      Reply
  29. Lisa says

    July 22, 2016 at 8:41 am

    I have always wanted to do this! Thanks for the tutorial! I’m bookmarking and pinning!

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:31 am

      Yay! I’m so glad you were helped my this post Lisa 🙂

      Reply
  30. Lisa says

    July 22, 2016 at 12:37 pm

    That is so lovely! And the perfect setting for it, too.

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:22 am

      Thank you Lisa. We are blessed for sure to have such a peaceful setting in our backyard.

      Reply
  31. Sandra Garth says

    July 22, 2016 at 2:31 pm

    You’re right now everyone gets us! I would love to have a mini conservatory in my backyard and I love the touches of bling. Thanks for adding this to the line up at Celebrate Your Story and have a great weekend.

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:20 am

      I’m glad we have each other Sandra! Thank you for the wonderful compliment 🙂

      Reply
  32. Kim Sharman says

    July 22, 2016 at 5:58 pm

    I LOVE your mini garden conservatory, Patti. It is filled with delight and whimsy. Me thinks I am going to have to fashion one. I must say I love the view from your porch. Just visiting your lovely blog from way down here at the bottom of the world…so happy I found you.

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:18 am

      Thank you Kim. I hope you do create one for your own garden. You could hang some of your lovely quilted creations on the windows! Wouldn’t that be fun? I’m so glad you came on over my way.

      Reply
  33. Joanne E Boulter says

    July 22, 2016 at 7:07 pm

    How, you are so amazing! Thank you for sharing your awesome talents at SYC! xx Jo

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:13 am

      You are the sweetest Joanne! Your words make me love you all the more 🙂

      Reply
  34. Bunny DiManno says

    July 23, 2016 at 8:12 am

    Oh, Patti! What a joy to find OTN today! The mini-conservatory is delightful but your comments about transformed lives just made me cry! I’m also a daughter of The King, Jesus, and am blessed to find another who is so willing to share Him with others.

    You’re a great inspiration to this grandma!
    Blessings,
    Bunny

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:11 am

      I’m SO glad you found me too Bunny! It is a delight to meet another Jesus girl! Blessings 🙂

      Reply
  35. Jann Olson says

    July 24, 2016 at 12:20 am

    Oh Patti, I get it!! I have wanted one for years and showed hubby many times. I have not found the perfect windows yet. I’m also not sure where I could fit one, but I want one so badly. Yours is gorgeous!! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
    hugs,
    Jann

    Reply
  36. Pondside says

    July 24, 2016 at 9:44 am

    Silly? Never! This project is inspired and just the thing for those of us who don’t have a big glass orangerie, but would like something pretty and just a tiny big practical for the garden. Well done!

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:03 am

      Awww, thank you for the sweet compliment 🙂

      Reply
  37. Kathryn Griffin says

    July 24, 2016 at 9:37 pm

    Well, it’s truly amazing! You two did an amazing job on this! Thank you for sharing. You are one of the fan favorites at the Sunday Showcase from the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Here is the link so you can check out your feature. http://www.thededicatedhouse.com/2016/07/sunday-showcase-make-pretty-monday.html Hope to see you again tomorrow night at the bash! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:01 am

      Wow! I’m so happy to be one of the fan favs! Thank you so much for featuring my project Kathryn.

      Reply
  38. Cindy says

    July 24, 2016 at 9:51 pm

    Love, love, love! You are so talented!!!
    Thanks so much for sharing at AMAZE ME MONDAY!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 7:00 am

      Thank you dear Cindy. YOU are so talented that it makes me happy to receive this compliment from you.

      Reply
  39. Julie says

    July 25, 2016 at 9:28 am

    Oh my goodness, this project is beautiful! The details are so sweet and perfect for this greenhouse. I’m impressed!

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 6:58 am

      Thank you sweet Julie. It was really more fun than it was difficult. I appreciate your comment though.

      Reply
  40. Jann Olson says

    July 27, 2016 at 1:02 am

    Hi Patti, just hopping back to let you know that you will be featured at SYC this week.
    hugs,
    Jann

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 28, 2016 at 6:57 am

      Thank you SO much for featuring my little conservatory Jann. You are a blessing!

      Reply
  41. Linda at Mixed Kreations says

    July 29, 2016 at 6:42 pm

    I think its gorgeous! You and the mister did a beautiful job on it. I love all the little touches like the metal trim, cross, and door knob. I would love to have a big version of this some day.

    Reply
    • Patti says

      July 30, 2016 at 8:47 am

      Awww, thank you Linda. I would love a big version too. Maybe once we move out of a neighborhood with restrictions on what we can put in our yard. This can’t be seen from the front yard so it is deemed acceptable 🙂

      Reply
  42. Julia says

    August 4, 2016 at 9:05 pm

    I love your Mini Conservatory! What a great idea! I love formal gardens and fountains and have been wanting to build a hedge maze in our wild back yard but my husband isn’t for that. But maybe I can talk him into the conservatory. 😉 Thank you so much for sharing this.

    Reply
  43. Patti says

    July 28, 2016 at 7:27 am

    What a delight to find my little conservatory featured on your site this week! Thank you 🙂

    Reply
  44. Patti says

    July 28, 2016 at 7:28 am

    Thank you for featuring my project!

    Reply

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For those wondering if this program really works, For those wondering if this program really works, I’m still going strong with @e2mfitness after four rounds, and now that they’ve released a new cookbook (available on Amazon) I am more excited than ever about my fitness journey. This is the first in a series of cookbooks, and this one features delicious beef and poultry recipes. It also includes dozens of recipes for dressings and spice blends to use in cooking, along with a weekly meal planner, water tracker, weekly exercise log, etc. 
What is E2M? It is a virtual, eight week, rapid body transformation program for adults, which consists of workouts, meal, plans, cooking classes, mental fitness, and personal coaching. Workouts are designed for all fitness levels and can be done at home or in a gym. Our fit family is made up of people from across the world, from various backgrounds and ages, and we all have one common goal: to encourage each other to reach our personal best lifestyle fitness goals. After the first eight weeks, the program is available for free to maintain progress. This isn’t about getting skinny. It’s about building a healthier lifestyle, living longer, and getting the most out of the one body you’ve been blessed with. The next round opens on Thursday, and I truly hope you’ll check it out!
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“In 1965, Charles Schulz, a devout Christian and “In 1965, Charles Schulz, a devout Christian and creator of the Peanuts comic strip, was asked to create a Christmas special for CBS featuring the Peanuts Characters. He agreed with one requirement, that they allow him to include the story of the birth of Jesus. Although the stations executives were hesitant and tried to convince him otherwise, Schulz was insistent. As a result, for the past 50 plus years, millions of people have watched “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and heard the story of Jesus and “what Christmas is all about.”

It wasn’t until a few years back that I realized a “hidden message” in the film. Linus, a child who seems to have some insecurities as he carries a security blanket with him at all times. In fact, Linus NEVER drops his blanket, except once....

While sharing the message of “what Christmas is all about,” Linus drops his blanket at the exact moment he says the words, “fear not!”

In this seemingly innocent moment, Linus delivers a powerful reminder of the true meaning of Christmas. We are to “fear not”, for Jesus is born. We needn’t rely on material things for security, we have God with us, “Immanuel”, (Matthew 1:23) Jesus Christ, our Lord and Savior - the true meaning of Christmas.

Awhile back, someone informed me, indignantly so, that Linus picks up his blanket at the end of the speech so my interpretation must be wrong. Well, he was right, Linus does pick up his blanket at the end of his speech. However, he “drops” it again later... 

Amid big, bright, colorful, shiny artificial trees, Charlie Brown chose the least of these, a little, wooden tree with just a few branches. Shortly thereafter, Linus uses his blanket to wrap about the base of the tree and says, “Maybe it just needs a little love”. In that moment, the tree “awakens”, stands tall and firm. A reminder that no matter who we are, how many mistakes we’ve made, a “little love” can make all the difference.

Let’s strive to “fear not” (Luke 2:10) and “love one another” (John 13:34), not just at Christmastime, but the whole year through.”

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