vintage rulers

Who would have thought vintage rulers could be this beautifully incorporated into the home?

Even as a child, I loved the clear, plastic rulers because being able to see through the lines on my notebook helped me make sure lines weren't slanted. But am starting to rethink the clear rulers. They simply do not measure up to this.

I cannot imagine my clear, plastic rulers looking as beautiful as these wooden ones...

Of course, that ampersand gives it an even nicer touch (see related post here). 

And what about these steps?

So pretty! This will definitely be the new yardstick by which I will measure any upcycling project.

Photos from here, pinterest and here.