Recycling twice .
I know some of you may have seen this before
but it is still a treasure .
My box began as this daggy , dull piece .
A coat of white paint really freshened it up .
I then lined the lid inside and fitted my
embroidery cottons in.
Why is it a treasure ?
Because my husband bought the box for me
from a garage sale many years ago
and because every time I'm looking for
threads I smile at my pretty new box .
Join in we'd love to see your treasure .
Amazing what white paint can do. Lovely. Charmaine
ReplyDeleteCool bananas ....that looks great...love it!!
ReplyDeleteI love wood but the shabby chic look is great.
ReplyDeleteNow that is one great makeover!
ReplyDeleteWow, so jealous! I wish my threads looked like that and had such a pretty home.
ReplyDeleteJust stunning, Clare. The white paint job looks really spiffy!
ReplyDeleteWhat a transformation. A beautiful home for your threads.
ReplyDeleteOh i love that, you can see all your threads at once...and you are not going to tip that beautiful box upside down by accident...love this recycled treasure and what a fabulous husband.
ReplyDeleteKiss Noises Linda...have a lovely day.
Oh yes it's lovely Clare... that would make me smile too xx :D
ReplyDeleteLove the new look of your special treasure and the fact that now you use and enjoy it often. Fabulous...
ReplyDeleteI love the new look and purpose of your special treasure box. Fabulous...
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! What a transformation...
ReplyDeleteClare that is such a clever idea. I love it. I have a huge box like that which was my mother in laws which my father in law made to hold her cotton reels. You have just given me a great idea. Thanks
ReplyDeleteI think its gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteHi Clare, I do remember when you showed that great idea for the old cutlery box. I had intended to follow your lead, but discovered that my 3 plastic containers of threads wouldn't fit. will have to think of "plan B"- maybe use it for lace and ribbons, etc. yours does look lovely though and a very clever idea! :-)
ReplyDeleteFantastic Clare! I wish my threads looked so neat and were in such a pretty box. I have a snarling, tangled mess, I'm sure it's alive *grin* toni xxx
ReplyDeleteThat is so much prettier than my plastic boxes, lol! How lovely.
ReplyDeleteHow lucky are you that those embroidery boxes fit in to your gorgeous box so perfectly.
ReplyDeleteoh that's insanely adorable. i wasn't expecting that pretty pop of fabric inside. i'd be happy to open that up too!
ReplyDeleteWow, your box is divine! I am drooling.......
ReplyDeleteSorry to hear that Tuesday' Treasures will soon be over, but as we know all good things have to pass...
ReplyDeleteI love your box, the transformation is stunning.
Well, I made it; I'm here! Wow, what a great box, Clare. I love the paper you lined it with. Doesn't it make you hungry though. Have a great week.
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful transformation and what a great idea to store your emboidery cottons in it.
ReplyDeleteI want that box, it is gorgeous and a very lovely treasure indeed!
ReplyDeleteThat is a veritable rainbow of threads you have. Excellently organised I must say.
ReplyDeleteLovely treasure simply loved the new look...
ReplyDeleteTreasures are always valuable to us and we always love to share them with all. This box is pretty valuable to you not because of its price but the emotions and love hidden in this gifted box. Nice to see this again.
ReplyDeleteThanks for showing the transformation of your lovely treasure..... I see you embroidery too. Can't think of anything more useful to put in this lovely box.
ReplyDeleteReally Lovely! I saw one of these cutlery boxes at a yard sale a couple of weeks ago but the man wanted $25.It was pretty bumped around plus I thought way to much $$$,If i find one again I would not hesitate to paint it. Looks Fab!You are really creative!
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