Here are three thrift shop makeovers I completed this week!
First this iron, ornate frame in a sort of Pepto-Bismal pink.
First I painted it black with a rustoleum Canyon Black. Then I painted it with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Pure White, and distressed it so both black and pink showed through in spots.
I printed out this lovely French rose graphic from the Graphics Fairy. I used the wallet size print.
A little shabby French, framed, vintage, rose print.
Next a sun faded duck print (probably from the 1970's) in a beat up wood frame.
First I painted the frame with a Deco Art Chalk Finish paint in Vintage. Then I painted the frame with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Pure White. I distressed the frame leaving both wood and the bluish "Vintage" paint showing through. The glass got a good cleaning as well.
The frame now compliments the faded pastel shades of the old print.
My last make-over started with this well used cutting board with a cool metal handle. First I stained the wood with my mixture of white vinegar and steel wool. (I found this recipe all over Pinterest). Then I painted the wood with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Pure White. I wet distressed the wood so the stain would not get sanded off with rough sandpaper.
I used an image I found on Pinterest and applied it with Mod Podge transfer method, (as I have done many times before).
This is such a fun transfer.
I added a sawtooth type hanger to the back of the cutting board or should I say farmhouse kitchen towel hanger!
There you have it:
What thrift shop items have YOU up-cycled lately?
Excellent makeovers Carlene... I LOVE the Milk and Cream one!!!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful makeovers, Carlene. Love all of them!
ReplyDeleteLove all three of these clever makeovers, Carlene.
ReplyDeleteThese are fun, Carlene! I always am inspired by quick makeovers!
ReplyDeleteThose are great, Carlene! I especially like the cutting board turned towel hanger!! Enjoy, Cindy
ReplyDeleteI love all three of these makeovers Carlene! Isn't it amazing how much difference just painting the frame makes for an old picture?
ReplyDeleteTania
Carlene, I saw your email in my inbox and thought "OOOooo I love makeovers! " These are wonderful. I love scrolling through and seeing the progress. The frames are wonderful! The cutting board is a fab find and perfect to use the handle for hanging a towel. Great inspiration and I thank you for starting my day with some beauties! ~ Christina
ReplyDeleteThe frames are beautiful. I love the techniques you used for all of the projects!
ReplyDeleteCarlene these are adorable. I love thrift store transformations!
ReplyDeleteAll our great Carlene, but the cutting board has to be my favorite!
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jann
Me, too.
DeleteI love all your work. Count me as a fan.
ReplyDeleteHow fun....love them all. Changing up things seems to make us perk up a bit. And I think the new look helps the items you framed up. Thanks for sharing ....you have sooooooooooo much energy. Happy Sunday.
ReplyDeleteYour eye has purchased and redone all three so they are all treasures now!!!
ReplyDeleteLove all your transformations.........very creative.....as usual!!
ReplyDeleteGood job Carlene ... you have such creative ideas to repurpose and make things pretty and useful.
ReplyDeleteI love the chopping board towel holder! I don't have any chopping boards with handles but you've given me an idea! :)
ReplyDeleteI love the cutting board makeover!
ReplyDeleteImpressive work!!! I love how the old painting has been transformed, and the towel holder is absolutely gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteOh that towel holder Carlene - I want it - it's absolutely gorgeous !!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely adorable towel holder!!!
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