I found this bear planter at the antique store yesterday and I was oddly drawn to him.
"Come sit on my log with me, Pam. I promise not to eat you."
I use vintage planters in odd ways in different areas of my house.
I think they're fun to throw stuff in. Pencils, q-tips, notepads, cell phone cords, etc.
They give a room that little bit of unexpected quirkiness. And isn't that what we all strive for in our home decor? Quirkiness? No?
But does Mr. Bear cross some kitschy line with you? Have I jumped the shark, so to say, with buying this guy?
What are your thoughts?
I have put up a little survey over on the sidebar toward the bottom. I'd love you to weigh in (and you don't even have to get on a scale!).
Carlene @ Organized Clutter
I love figural planters. How can ou not smile when you look at the little bear?
Musings from Kim K.
He definitely needed to come home with you.
NanaDiana
LOL-Well, I do think he's cute. He does remind me of something my Aunt B would have owned though. She would have had it right next to the Maple Syrup container that looked like a Log Cabin.....lol xo Diana
ps. I would have picked him up for my little garden room....
Gloria Richards
I feel the same way you do, they definitely need a home. I have them all over the place too filled with all kinds of stuff. The kitchier the better, they don;t make em' like they use to!;)
TracyMB @ Crows Feet Chic
I love him and think he's perfect!! I'd much rather lean that way than to the 'too serious' side! 🙂
Linda @ Itsy Bits And Pieces
Of course you had to have him...and I think he needs a name...
Tina Lou
When a sweet, quirky little bear calls out to you, you must listen!
I think our homes would be so boring without these little things.
He makes me happy just looking at him- that's enough for me!
Merri Jo
Not only do I think your little bear is adorable, if you get rid of him, I BEG you to let me buy him! He goes perfectly with my childhood cookie jar that I keep treats in for my grandsons. I'd sit him right next to Bambi and Squirrel! 😉
JunkStuffTreasures
Planters are so functional! Thanks for sharing how you put these sturdy pieces to use!
Pam
I just realized I spelled "sight" incorrectly in my poll and it won't let me change it now. I need a grammar correction system, instead of just a spell checker. Let's just pretend I wanted to say "site" instead.
Gwen
Adorable. I'd have purchased him 😉
Anonymous
Sweet!!!! Love, and probably one of a kind, so if you didn't buy him now, he might have gone to somebody else forever, and you would never forgive yourself.. A very fun purchase.
Bonnie Schulte in WI
Stacey
I say keep him as long as you love him. 🙂
Ivy and Elephants
Oh what fun, I get to vote! I think he's sweet and an unexpected surprise the way you've displayed them. He'll be a great addition! I vote keeper.
Hugs,
Patti
LizlovesVintage
He's a fun piece! I do the same with my Milk glass pieces. It makes for not so boring decor!! Glad he didn't bite 😉
Have a great weekend! Liz
Olive
I did the survey which was darling all in itself-you could have a career writing surveys! I think the bear has personality.
Melinda
I vote and I think he's cute!
Using them for something else
is a great repurpose idea.
M 🙂
Jill
Your post made me think of a deer planter I bought a while back, I need to get it out of the closet!
[email protected] Sentimental Life
I think he is adorable! Glad he went home with you.
TARYTERRE
I think he suits your space.
susie @ persimmon moon cottage
He is cute and he's got personality. You would have regretted it if you had not bought him.
Debbiedoo's
I think he is so cute Pam...something different. I will go vote now.
[email protected]
awww...so cute...yes, quirky is always best 🙂
DeeAnna
I'm all for quirky!!
Terri
I always buy with my heart...well except for pretty china plates, I have far too many of those that no one wants to use. But I do buy with my heart in most all thrift areas, so I'd say buy what you love and skip what you merely like.
Sarah ~ Magnolias Attic
Awww, he is very cute -- I think he just wants his tummy scratched. I'd say he's a keeper!
Debbie Borthwick
LOL Love the answer choices in the survey!
He is adorable, and I think would look sweet with succulents planted in him. I know, you don't use your planters as planters, but go wild! Try it!
Debbie 🙂
BeckyKay
He's cute! I'm hoping to use some vintage planters in my craft space when it's finished!
Donna Wilkes
Love the bear. I use old planters in the bathroom to hold make-up and hair stuff. they are pretty and useful.
DearHelenHartman
Always drawn to planters and wall pockets - who needed that many planters anyway? They are so cute.
Debra Oliver
He's adorable! and I agree, so many fun uses for these cuties!
Maureen
I think he is too cute and would have picked him up in a split second. (This from someone who also picked up a vintage pink and green fish planter, so, yeah... I love the kitschy!)
Denise Marie
Love them too! You have inspired me to use mine more.