Group hug. Three small projects and one tiny project.
The lovely before beauty shots.
I painted the rustic box with watered-down Duck Egg Chalk Paint, then stenciled it with "FARM fresh" courtesy of my Silhouette.
I added a piece of decorative hardware to the side of this old sewing machine drawer, then painted and distressed it. It still needed a little something extra, so I added a small jewel to the center of the hardware and a piece of rusty fencing to the other side. Perfect for holding pictures or some fun vintage flash cards.
The ugly orange wooden serving tray got a coat of paint and a quick update with a French stencil: Family and Friends gather here. The grain sack stripe was a simple addition with the help of some blue painter's tape.
Last but not least, I stamped two blank garden markers with Farmhouse and Cottage. You can see my metal stamping tutorial here.
It's supposed to be 105 degrees today and there's still so much to do out there in thesauna garage before next week's vintage show. I'm SO ready for fall!! How about you?
It's supposed to be 105 degrees today and there's still so much to do out there in the
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I always love your projects, Betsy...the way you embellished the side of the drawer...and that tray is totally transformed!
ReplyDeleteBetsy this project is wonderful. I love how paint and your talent can unite these separate items!!
ReplyDeletehugs,
Linda
love ... love ... love it all!
ReplyDeleteOh, you had too much fun. Great job, especially like the sewing drawer, the doo-dads they put on them were awesome, hate to think how many have ended up in the dump. Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteWOW we love these. I especially love the blue paint on the farm fresh project.
ReplyDeleteLove the touch of bling on the drawer! Sounds and looks like you will be well prepared for the upcoming sale.
ReplyDeleteEnjoy the weekend and stay cool!
Oh Betsy, would you mind if I used your idea for the sewing machine drawer? I have one that I love -- it's very pretty but what I love about yours is the fencing. Really sets it off nicely. They're all quite wonderful. Excellent use of vintage!
ReplyDeleteLove them all, Betsy - especially the garden markers!
ReplyDeleteAll great ideas!!!!!
ReplyDeleteThe FARM fresh box and the tray appeal to me, but I love the fence part on the sewing machine drawer. Hope I have a box to do the farm fresh stencil. Thanks for the inspiration.
ReplyDeleteGreat ideas...love all of them!!
ReplyDelete~Cindy
The use of the wire is inspired! Hope you have some cooler weather soon. We will be in Amador County the week after next and hoping the fires have abated by then. What a Summer!
ReplyDeleteYou always inspire me Betsy. Love the farm fresh box and tray. So cute.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week end.
Kris
Love, love your makeovers! The blues are just so pretty. I am so ready for fall too!
ReplyDeleteThese are all so creative Betsy and I hope the high temps go away for you.
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Linda
These are beautiful! I love that rustic box! You are so creative!
ReplyDeleteLinda
Love how simple and rustic these are Betsy!
ReplyDeleteI love boxes and drawers. They are so handy for so many things! hugs, Diane
ReplyDeleteWonderful projects, Betsy! The tray was a really ugly duckling but you turned it into something gorgeous. I love the little "fence" you added to the sewing machine drawer. Great idea!
ReplyDeleteWe had some days with pleasant temperatures but this week they're supposed to go up again. At least it cools down nicely during the nights. I hope that fall is around the corner for you.
Have a great week!
Hugs,
Julia
I just love your imagination! You are my favourite Junk Visionary! Have a great week!
ReplyDeleteI can't remember if I've replied on your blog before, but I have been reading for a while, and love everything! I've bought a few wooden bits and pieces with the intention of upcycling them with a paint job, but never braved the painting part yet! You make it look so easy , I especially love the tray :)
ReplyDeleteJillxo
I love love love it all too. I have a Silhouette too and have NEVER used it? What are the fonts...pretty please.
ReplyDeleteYour projects are cute.
ReplyDeleteI have a couple of old sewing machine drawers that need some TLC. You've given me the inspiration to do something with them. Great projects.... super results!!!
ReplyDeleteSo cute!
ReplyDeleteWe aren't as hot as you are, only in the 80s, but our Fall Show starts tomorrow and it still feels like Summer!
Another great transformation, Betsy. The weather is still quite horrid here as well, hot and humid.
ReplyDeleteAmalia
xo