I got rid of most of my baskets long ago, but a few favorites have hung around. Literally, hung in the basement or barn. This is one I couldn't part with. I love the shape, but the colors were faded and blah. So I decided to do something about it or get rid of it.
Somewhere between this picture and the next, I either lost the step-by-step pictures, or forgot to take them. I did this project a while ago, so I don't remember.
I stained just the handle and diamond shapes with some old stain I had, using a foam brush, squeezing most of the stain out of the brush first. The stain happened to be Spanish oak color. After letting it dry, I taped off the stained parts and spray painted a coats of white primer, followed by several light coats of white. Very easy, and I love the way it turned out. I'm storing my dishtowels in it. Here are some pictures of it on my new shelves.
I've been playing on Picnik too. I love the sepia feature. I'm hoping all these features stay when it transfers to google.
Have a lovely day!
I've linked to these fabulous parties:
Great transformation - I like the cleaner softer looks.
ReplyDeleteVery pretty, Debbie. LOVE the white on the basket. Your rolling pin matches the handle so well.
ReplyDeleteI thought picnik was closing...will it stay open..just switching to google?
Picnik is closing, but not until April 19 and we all can use Premium until then! I intend to use it a LOT until then!! Check out my post on Picnik and GFC (for non-blogspot users)closing: http://romanceonadime.com/blogging-tips/blogging-tips-alternatives-to-picnik-and-google-friend-connect/
DeleteIt looks so lovely like that. What a great transformation job you've done! I wouldn't have thought to paint a basket but it looks gorgeous!
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Very Pretty - love the white! Thanks for linking up to Take it on Tuesday and showing this project off!! Great job!!
ReplyDeleteSo pretty! Love the contrasting colors you used! :)
ReplyDeletexoxo laurie
Such a pretty transformation! I love the stain - what a great accent. Now I'll have to look at all of my baskets, ;), and see what I can come up with.
ReplyDeleteThat looks so fresh, Deborah Lynn. I actually giggled at your Dad's comment. And, What?, you mean to tell me baskets have gone out of style? Oh, no!
ReplyDeleteI have just found your blog,and I joinned. I love the basket. I love to create also so I will visit you often, Hugs, Lynn
ReplyDeleteYour decorating ideas are great. One day, I will get my house remodeled and then--Let the decoratin' begin! I have become a follower and hope to get to know you better.
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