People In Picture :: ThriftStoreremix :: by Derrick Douglass

People in Picture

Jan 21.2012

by Derrick Douglass

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I love this project. Doesn’t it look great. At that time I lived in Columbia, SC and I purchased the wire people local Goodwill. They each cost about one dollar. Eventually, I moved and took them along with me.

When I moved back to Atlanta, GA, I purchased a KEWL solid wood picture from my local Goodwill. One day I decided to put the items together along with material I purchased from Hobby Lobby hobby stores.

The steps were simple but required patience and dexterity. First, I glued both halves of the fabric onto backer board. Second, I sewed the piece that was glued between both halves of the fabric. Lastly, I used small metal pieces to secure the wire people to the final piece. It is a tricky project, but an enjoyable one

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I hope you enjoy the project.

DBD :: ChiefRemixOlogist

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Jumal Can Do ‘Everything’ :: Derrick Douglass :: ThriftStoreRemix

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Jumal Can Do ‘Everything

by Derrick Douglass

Jan 19.2012

A few months ago, during a business trip to Pittsburgh, my wife rode hailed a cab to transport her to her hotel room.  Unsprisingly, her driver, Jumal, was an affible fellow. During their conversation, the cabbie proudly stated that he was an entrepreneur. He waxed poetically about his business prowess and success. Furthermore, he professed that he was brokering a deal that as soon as it paid off, he’d jettison his nacent taxi career (a petty job he’d taken between deals).

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Jumal, sensing that my wife could a potential customer leaned in a started his sales pitch. Apperently, Jumal not only sold perfume and pocketbooks, but also sold real estate and amazingly credit repair services. Boy! Jumal can do everything. I would not be surprised if he hasn’t since added accounting, beauty and animal husbandry services to his business model.

Like Jumal’s offerings, I too have been guilty of trying to add artistic skills to my tool kit that I have no business trying to add. I tried glass blowing. At best, my results were mixed. I tried painting (not houses); a dismal failure. These are a few examples. I could go on and on.

You should doggedly pursue artistic expressions you are passionate about that match your skills and abilities. Work your darndest (ok so this isn’t a real word!) to do what everything takes to grow in this area. Don’t get me wrong. Try as many art forms as you can. There are great skills you can learn from other art forms that can improve or add dimension to your primary artistic expression. But you go into it knowing that there is a good chance that all you learn is to have fun, do something that interests you and add a small skill to your toolkit.

Don’t be like Jumal!

Derrick Douglass

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Christmas Wrapping ::: ThriftStoreRemix :: Derrick Douglass

Christmas Wrapping

by Derrick Douglass

Dec 25, 2011

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The gifts we give at Christmas reflects our  generosity, for it has been said that is better to give than receive.  OK! I’ll go with that.

Conformity is the bane of my existence. I can’t do anything today without adding some flavor to it. I can’t even give out simple gifts anymore.

This Christmas is no different. I believe that the gift and its wrapping should express creativity and originality.

I created a Piet Mondrian inspired wrapping paper.  First, the gift was wrapped in plain brown paper.  Second, pastels were used to create the street inspired De Stijl Gift

I hope my bride loves the gift.

Derrick Douglass :: ChiefRemixologist

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A Christmas Wish

by Derrick Douglass

Dec 24, 2011

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To enjoy Christmas, is like a Hershey chocolate bar, one never outgrow the warm feeling it creates. But, as ones steps slow and time engenders caution, the holiday becomes a bit more nuanced than the holiday of years gone by. Unfortunately, debts, careers and many other of life’s issues encroach upon everything, even Christmas.

Thankfully, most of us are blessed. Therefore, when asked what I want for Christmas my reply is simple harmony and peace. I have a happy loving bride, family and friends.  Moreover, I have good health and a roof over my head. Don’t get me wrong, gifts are great.  I do have a 14.4 volt, high-speed, Milwaukee branded cordless drill somewhere way down on my list.

But, like most, I desire peace and love toward my fellow man. I’d love to have less poverty in the world and folks to care about the environment.  I’d love to see those who desire education to get it.

So this Christmas, smile, have fun, pray for a better world and enjoy the cranberry sauce!

Merry Christmas!

Derrick Douglass ::: ChiefRemixOlogist  ::: www.thriftstoreremix.wordpress.com

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Dial 1-800-Nostalgia

by Derrick Douglass

Nov 24, 2011

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Doug Larson said,”Nostalgia is a file that removes the rough edges from the good old days.”  Like the breath we take that gives us life, nostalgia defines our humanness. In time, most harken back to simpler time when bills, politics and careers were didn’t weigh us down. Objects can help us get in touch with those happier times we long for.

I love the rotary telephones from my youth.  They were cool, though I didn’t know it at the time, interesting and simple.  All they can do is look good and make calls.  Nothing else! Now that these phones are thirty years old they are retro, a look that works for my modern, retro design sensibility.  

Sprinkling mid-century home furnishings in your interior space creates an ultra modern feel that has interest and depth.  I purchased these phones at flea markets and thrift stores.  Some work and others don’t, but they all bring me joy.  Please enjoy my collection.  I hope is inspires you to add mid-century items to your collection.

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Western Electric Trimline Telephone

The Western Electric Trimline telephone is a variety of telephone set designed by Donald Genaro of Henry Dreyfuss Associates for the Bell System (AT&T). It was built by the Bell System’s manufacturing arm, Western Electric. The idea behind the Trimline telephone was to create an alternative telephone set design that was stylish and easier to use than a traditional telephone.

http://www.porticus.org/bell/telephones-trimline.html

Western Electric Model 500 Telephone

The original Western Electric Model 500 was designed by the firm of industrial designer Henry Dreyfuss, the product of several years of research and testing, and introduced in 1949. The 500 replaced the Dreyfuss-influenced Western Electric Model 302, introduced in 1937, and improved upon several areas of design that were problematic in the earlier models.

http://www.porticus.org/bell/telephones-500.html

Western Electric Model 554 Telephone

This was the wall mounted version of the 500 set.  It had the same rotary dial, ringer, handset and network as the 500 set.

http://www.porticus.org/bell/telephones-554.html

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Thrift Store and Dumpster Diving Treasures v6.0 ::: ThriftStoreRemix :: Derrick Douglass

Thrift Store and Dumpster Diving Treasures v6.0

by Derrick Douglass

Nov 23, 2011

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I live the mantra, “Remix, ReUse and Recycle.” I hope to demonstrate how Thrift Stores and Dumpsters can be a great source of stuff. I love the idea that these goods help the environment since the items aren’t thrown into landfills. Also, I love the idea that you don’t know what to expect when you step into a Thrift Store. I found these treasures during my recent visits. Derrick Douglass ::: ChiefRemixOlogist www.thriftstoreremix.wordpress.com ________________________________________________________________

Flower Pot

I discovered this beautiful gem while throwing out my trash. I still can’t believe that someone would throw this item into the trash. The turquoise pot is beautiful and Native American like. Additionally, the glazing add a strong dimension to the piece. I has made out home more beautiful.

Funki Wall Clock

Totally modern cheap clock. The red textured clock face is modern and look cool. Its roundness softens the pieces and gives is attitude. The lack of numbers reeks of modernism. Lastly, the thick hands add balance to the piece. The hands have no additional adornments, again giving a modern look.

Laptop Elevator

Another dumpster dive find. Truth be told, I rarely actually dive into the dumpsters. I found this gem sitting next to the bin. Since, I have two other monitors desk monitors, the elevator help get my laptop out of the way. Additionally, it puts the screen at a little below eye-level. Great find!

Step Stool

Who doesn’t love retro. I’ve loved these step stools since I spending many an afternoon at my local library. I pick-up this baby at Borders Books going out of business sale. I paid a whooping $10 bucks for the item. The sell these stool at a few local stores. The problem is that they are not commercial grade. The are flimsy. This bad boy is the real deal. I’m going to paint it some great bright color.

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Thrift Store and Dumpster Diving Treasures v6.0 ::: ThriftStoreRemix :: Derrick Douglass

Lite Bright Dome Light

Oct 28.2011

by Derrick Douglass

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I am still in the midst of redeuxing my home office.  The challenge has been difficult at time, but very rewarding.  Color and Cost are my main issues. Though my look and feel are grounded in Industrial astetics, my space must be warm and inviting.

My Lite Bright Dome Light project hits both color and costs with both guns a blasting.   The objective is to create a colorful light fixture on a shoestring budget.

What you’ll need:

* Get your favorite colored sharpies or any permanent colored marker will do
* Clear packing tape
* Scissors
* That’s it.  I love Easy and Cheap projects

Steps:

1) Gently remove the dome light
2) Remove the tape from the roller and place enough strips to cover the whole inside
3) Use your wonderful, fantabolous imagination using the Sharpies to create a KEWL design

This was an easy but effective project.  Additionally, if things get out of hand, as they often do, you can remove the tape and start all over again.  Do Over’s ROCK!

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I hope you enjoy the project.

DBD :: ChiefRemixOlogist

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