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Sunday, January 16, 2011

CHARMING TRUNK

AN ELEPHANT NEVER FORGETS HIS TRUNK...
I DONT KNOW WHAT THAT HAS TO DO WITH THIS BUT IT JUST POPPED INTO MY
HEAD. I FOUND THIS OLD WHITE WICKER TRUNK AT THE TRIFT STORE FOR 6.99 AND I GOT 25% OFF BECAUSE I BOUGHT IT ON A THURSDAY. SO I FIGURED IT WAS A
DEAL EVEN THOUGH I WAS HESITANT ABOUT THE WICKER. I HAVE NEVER WORKED WITH WICKER AND THOUGHT NO MATTER WHAT I DID THAT THIS WOULD STILL HAVE A BORING LOOK. I SANDED DOWN THE HARDWARE AND PAINTED IT WITH
OIL RUBBED BRONZE SPRAY PAINT. AND ASKED FOR ADVISE FROM MY FIANCE, WHO HAS STARTED GIVING ME IMPUT ON ITEMS. HE DONATED A FEW OF HIS BELTS, AND A FEW IDEAS WHICH CREATED THE LOOK OF THE TRUNK..


BEFORE...



AND THE AFTER...





IT WAS A LEARN AS YOU GO PROCESS AND IT THINK IT WORKS...

20 comments:

  1. MelissaJanuary 16, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    This turned out great. Good Idea.

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  2. Carrie @ Dittle DattleJanuary 16, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    This is a great transformation! You "AMAZE ME"! Thank you for linking up to the "Amaze Me Monday" blog party!!

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  3. Lucydesignsart.comJanuary 16, 2011 at 11:06 PM

    love the makeover, the numbers, the color combo...beautiful!

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  4. Melanie BacomJanuary 17, 2011 at 8:21 AM

    Now THAT is a transformation. No one would ever put those 2 trunks together as the same thing. You done good girl. (I'm from the south)

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  5. selina@CreativeJuicesDecorJanuary 17, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Lauren I love this!!! Thanks for stopping by my toy chest re-do. I'd love to feature it on my site so let me know if that's OK!

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  6. WhisperWood CottageJanuary 17, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    Such a difference! Great job!

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  7. MaryJanuary 17, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    This is an awesome post, I would really love it if you linked this up to Masterpiece Monday at Boogieboard Cottage as well! Have a nice Week! Mary :O)

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  8. The Single NesterJanuary 18, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    Great job on the trunk. I have a trunk that has lost its key and I hate to break it to see what's inside. I may need to call a locksmith.

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  9. SusanJanuary 18, 2011 at 10:25 PM

    I love it!! Its gorgeous!

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  10. Stacy RisenmayJanuary 18, 2011 at 10:28 PM

    Oh my word! My mom has that same chest! It is even painted cream. How funny. You did a wonderful job! Thanks for linking it up :)

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  11. Debra@Dejarenew.blogspot.comJanuary 19, 2011 at 7:24 AM

    Hey there, they for coming by and commenting on my dining chairs re-do. I figured I would come check ya out! You do great work sista. I am now your new follower ;)

    Debbie @ dejarenew.blogspot.com

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  12. DonnieJanuary 19, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    That looks great. Good job.

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  13. Becky@Beyond The Picket FenceJanuary 21, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Very cute, love the numbers on top! Thanks so much to linking up to Beyond the Picket Fence.

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  14. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJanuary 25, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Looks great and love the number added to it. Thanks again for linking.

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  15. AnonymousFebruary 1, 2011 at 3:19 PM

    I think it turned out great!! I know you link up to a ton of parties but I'd love for you to come link up to Ladybug Blessings Handmade Tuesdays! www.ladybug-blessings.com

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  16. Jen @ EmbellishingLifeEverydayFebruary 1, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    Great transformation! I hope you'll come over and link up at the craft catwalk! :)
    http://embellishinglifeeveryday.blogspot.com/

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    Wow, what a charming trunk makeover! I love how you've transformed this piece into something truly unique and beautiful. The intricate detailing and choice of colors are just stunning.
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    I absolutely adore the charming trunk you've featured in this blog post! The intricate detailing and vintage feel make it a timeless piece of furniture.

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