I'm thrilled to be joining forces with 24 talented and creative bloggers to bring you the #BestofDIY project roundup. We've all been busy creating something special just for this event, and we're so excited to be able to share all 25 projects in one place.
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Here's what I put together for the party.....
It's come a long way since I found it marked as-is in an antique shop a few months ago.
This is what I started with. I think it came from a child's dresser because it's only 19" x 22".
I love the wood, but it's patched in a few places and not in the best condition.
I love the wood, but it's patched in a few places and not in the best condition.
1. I traced a pattern of the frame opening, then used my scroll saw to cut out the board and to round off the edges of the scrap wood shelf.
2. After applying a line of wood glue, I screwed the shelf to the bottom of the frame.
3. To dress up the edge of the shelf, I added a strip of prepasted embossed wallpaper.
4. I sprayed the board with two coats of chalkboard paint, then attached it to the back of the frame with small nails. This was the final step after I painted the frame.
After I filled the holes, I painted the entire thing with chalk paint (the recessed area is a slightly different color), then I used plain old Elmer's glue to crackle it just a bit.
I found a bunch of these aluminum cups at a flea market a few months ago. They were looking a little blah, so I stenciled numbers on half of them and letters on the other half.
1, 2, and 3 are a perfect fit on the shelf next to the tiny watering can.
I'm too impatient to plant seeds, but this was a good photo op for the pretty seed packet.
My flower drawing skills haven't changed since first grade:-)
There's a hook on the back for hanging, and since I managed to get the shelf on straight, it also sits level on a table. I'm ready for spring and ready to see all my plants in bloom. What's blooming in your neck of the woods?
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I love this, Betsy! What a great re-do! I love that you have gathered all of these great DIY ideas in one place! I followed the Pinterest board and can't wait to browse the wonderful selections. So fun! :) Karen
ReplyDeleteBetsy, it makes me endlessly happy that you rescue these treasures and send them off to live again. You are good medicine!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great repurpose project!
ReplyDeleteEnjoy your weekend!
Your shelfmirror is sooo fantastic and I am off to peruse all the other coolness. What a fun buncha diys!
ReplyDeleteThis is a great solution to a leftover piece... I love chalkboards and could have them in every room!
ReplyDeleteGreat project Betsy!
What a gorgeous project! Love it!
ReplyDeleteWonderful project! This chalkboard looks georgeous!
ReplyDeleteSpring cleaners Chelsea
Great repurposing Betsy-Love it!
ReplyDeleteBetsy, love this repurposed makeover! What a pretty dresser and now an even prettier garden shelf! This would be perfect on my back porch!!!
ReplyDeleteNice, Betsy. VERY, very nice!
ReplyDeleteThis is really beautiful Betsy!
ReplyDeleteHow beautiful this makeover is! And there are lots of other great treasures to check out. Great party!
ReplyDeletebrillant re-do!!! Only you could think of that, so gorgeous. I was going tolink a project but I'll wait until next week :) cm
ReplyDeleteGreat transformation of a lovely vintage piece Betsy. I think the paint accentuated the beautiful details even more.
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful redo Betsy!! Love love it!! Such a fun party!!
ReplyDelete~Happy Spring!!~
xo Holly
Terrific idea! Turned out darling
ReplyDeleteWonderful makeover! I love the end result so much!
ReplyDeleteWonderful makeover! I love the end result so much!
ReplyDeleteI'm with Jill, a great makeover. The little flower pots are a perfect touch.
ReplyDeleteAmalia
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I love this idea! It's a great way to repurpose something that most people would pass by or throw away. You are going to enjoy styling this as the seasons change.
ReplyDeleteSo cute!! Love the shelf...perfect.
ReplyDeleteNancy
How stinkin cute is that?? This couldn't have been reimagined any better!
ReplyDeleteI love how this came out. Something new to add to my "hunting for" list. Many possibilities and uses!
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