Wednesday, March 9, 2011

IF I COULD SAVE TIME IN A CLOCHE

IVE BEEN SEEING ALOT OF THESE CUTE LITTLE DISPLAYS IN
BLOGVILLE. NEVER KNEW THAT THEY ARE CALLED A CLOCHE..
LEARN SOMETHING NEW EVERY DAY.
I HAD TO HAVE ONE.
cloche  
–noun a bell-shaped metal or glass cover placed over a plate or stand.

i went to my favorite thrift store and stumbled across this for $2.98


WHEN I GOT HOME I REMEMBERED I HAD THIS CANDLESTICK THAT I ALMOST GAVE AWAY.


USED GORILLA GLUE TO FASTEN THE TWO TOGETHER


 SO A LITTLE PRIMER, PAINT, STAIN, LUCK AND ABOUT 15 MIN LATER









I HAVE ANOTHER CANDLESTICK THE SAME AS
THIS ONE MAYBE ILL GET LUCKY ONE MORE TIME.
FINGERS CROSSED
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44 comments:

  1. Erika . . . with a KMarch 9, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    I want a cloche too! You did such a great job, love it!

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  2. Melanie BacomMarch 9, 2011 at 4:55 PM

    That is fabulous. I am too cheap to even thrift shop. I wonder if I can find on in the trash.

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  3. DonnieMarch 9, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    That one seems like something I could do. I love how it turned out.

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  4. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    My favorite part of this is that you just came home and did it! I have every part of this project I picked up about 2 weeks ago with the same thing in mind and haven't gotten to any of it yet!! Awesome job and I love your paint color!

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  5. Emily [On the V Side]March 9, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    Looks great - Love the distressing!

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  6. Kara KoevenMarch 9, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    I love it! I had no idea it was called a cloche either. haha.

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  7. sheerserendipityMarch 9, 2011 at 5:20 PM

    What a great idea! You did such a beautiful job painting it, I love the color!

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  8. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 5:31 PM

    Thanks for the reply of support! And, yes, I absolutely have my free sample from Valspar! Mine's some kind of turquoisy color that I have yet to open! Soon, fo sure.

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  9. Tammy @ Type AMarch 9, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    i so need to learn how to paint like this. i love it. i never distress stuff, way to scared to. lol

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  10. LainaMarch 9, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    Love this! how did you get that beautiful rustic finish?

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  11. UnknownMarch 9, 2011 at 7:01 PM

    thank laina for the nice comments.
    first i sanded it all, primed it,
    painted the lighter blue color and then dry brushed on a little different teal color. distressed it by sanding and antiqued it with dark walnut stain. then i applied a paste wax to protect it..

    lauren

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  12. KarenMarch 9, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    That looks fabulous,you did a great job.

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  13. Holly AustinMarch 9, 2011 at 7:16 PM

    looks fabulous! I love the color of the base :)

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  14. Vivienne @ the V SpotMarch 9, 2011 at 7:58 PM

    This looks phenomenal! I love the color and the patina you gave it and I love the sweet watch too!

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  15. AnonymousMarch 9, 2011 at 8:02 PM

    I love that you took a cheese dome and made it into a cloche...the faux paint on the candle holder is fab! You did good, girl! Visit me sometimes at my new blog. tiff

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  16. Jessie SaxtonMarch 9, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    That looks great, Lauren! I went thrifting this week and came up empty-handed:( Maybe next Monday, after everyone starts their spring cleaning, the thrift stores around these parts will get some new inventory. Keep up the fab revamps!

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  17. Ali RichardsonMarch 9, 2011 at 10:22 PM

    WOW!!!! SO SO pretty, great job! Fingers crossed that you find another one ;)

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  18. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMarch 10, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    I love the finish on that! Thanks for sharing it at WUW.

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  19. jenclairMarch 10, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Beautiful job! Love the color and the "innerds"!

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  20. Anna Whiston-DonaldsonMarch 10, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Gorgeous! I bought the glass top at a thrift shop but haven't found a base to go with it yet. Love what you did!

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  21. Brooks InteriorMarch 10, 2011 at 10:54 PM

    That is adorable!!! I love the paint color. It so added glamour & class to the cloche.

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  22. Megan GunyanMarch 10, 2011 at 11:51 PM

    Ah, aren't you glad you didn't throw anything away?! It looks terrific. I love the watch, too. Very nice.

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  23. Jennifer @ Rustic RenditionsMarch 11, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    This is so cute! Great job... and great pictures :)

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  24. NancyMarch 11, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    I have always wanted a cloche, and I love this idea. I never thought of using a cheese server, which I think yours is. Can't wait to check out the thrift shop, as I know I have seen these before at my favorite store.

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  25. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMarch 11, 2011 at 11:40 AM

    What a great color, Lauren! I love this displaying the pocket watch ~ shows it off and keeps it dust free!

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  26. Allison {A Glimpse Inside}March 11, 2011 at 1:25 PM

    Looks fantastic!
    I still have a cloche and candlestick waiting to be officially joined and painted. lol I used them this fall and just sat the cloche on top and made sure to be careful to not knock it over! Hopefully, I will finally get to this project! lol

    Thanks for linking it up!

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  27. Betty March 11, 2011 at 2:39 PM

    What a wonderful redo you gave it. Looks absolutely beautiful.

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  28. Everyday ArtMarch 11, 2011 at 3:44 PM

    What great vision and taste you have! I'm impressed--I don't think I would have realized the possibilities. :) good job!

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  29. Lindy@Itsy Bitsy PaperMarch 11, 2011 at 4:15 PM

    this looks great! i love the color. great job
    http://itsybitsypaper.blogspot.com

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  30. SarahMarch 12, 2011 at 1:01 AM

    Gorgeous! I love how it turned out!

    I am a new follower from Chic on a Shoestring, I would love if you could stop by www.mooseandtater.com

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  31. EllieMarch 12, 2011 at 1:10 AM

    The pocket watch in your cloche exudes simplicity and elegance. Your post title is so clever. Now to the paint on the stand ~ GORGEOUS. Sure wish you would share your technique and color in a future post. It is perfection. Thanks for a lovely post.

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  32. Blue Ridge Altered ArtMarch 12, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    That turned out incredible. I have several of those cheese dishes but have not gotten around to changing them up. Thanks for the inspiration. ~~Sherry~~

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  33. Glenda/MidSouthMarch 12, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    What a pretty way to display the watch. Pretty redo - you did good. :)
    Thanks for stopping by and nice comment. Enjoy your weekend.

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  34. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMarch 13, 2011 at 5:14 PM

    Love the pedestal and the color and finish. Gorgeous. Putting the pocket watch under the cloche is such a fabulous idea. Love it. Thanks so much for joining the party. Hugs, Marty

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  35. KateMarch 13, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Turned out so cute... love the color! Thanks for linking FLaunt it Friday. :)

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  36. AllieMakes!March 13, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    WOW! I love it! you have an amazing talent for this stuff!
    Thanks for linking up to Making It With Allie! I can't wait to see what you have for next week!
    AllieMakes.Blogspot.com

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  37. Kate in AustinMarch 14, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    Great thinking. I love the color you chose. Very creative.

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  38. VickiMarch 14, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    I just love the color you picked for the candlestick. What a pretty cloche.

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  39. ~Damita's Pretty Wrap~March 16, 2011 at 10:27 AM

    That's a great idea!! It looks great!! :) Have a great day!

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  40. AnonymousMarch 16, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    this is absolutely beautiful!! thanks so much for linking up to handmade tuesdays @ www.ladybug-blessings.com

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  41. Kate in AustinMarch 17, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    I really love the colors. Would you mind telling the brand & colors you used? thanks

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  42. Wendys HatMay 8, 2011 at 2:48 AM

    This is just beautiful! I am following you now as well! Thanks!

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  43. JenMay 9, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    I love this!

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  44. ReviJanuary 17, 2013 at 12:02 AM

    This is so great looking! I'm featuring it with other great ideas tonight, and linking to your tutorial!
    -Revi

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