I mentioned a few days ago that I have been spray painting this week and some of you wanted to know what I had been up to. I thought I'd take a minute and show you what goodies came home with me from the Goodwill and how they look now that they've been painted. I didn't think about it but I should have taken before pictures too.
The first things I painted were 2 frames. I've seen decorating pictures of empty frames layered against the wall, on the fireplace, etc. I was specifically looking for 2 frames to go on top of an armoire. I think the size of the frames are perfect for the space and I just love the look of it.
In this "new" room I'm fixing up, I've got 2 built-in bookcases to fill so I've been keeping my eyes open for interesting little items. I found a brown wooden plaque and a brown candle holder and thought they'd look even better in black, and they do...
The plaque is heavy and a nice decorative piece but I knew the candle holder would be perfect with a bird's nest sitting on top. All in all, the frames, plaque, and candle holder cost me about $5.00 plus the paint. As the teens say these days...Sweet!
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They look great! I've been thinking I need to check out some thrift stores. It's not something I've done, but like you I keep seeing other bloggers treasures. Now I can add you to that list!
Hey Linda!
What "sweet" finds! See, you've got me started...my girls say it all the time! I really LOVE how you've layered the frames. I think I'll have to try that myself!
I adore your treasures, especially the empty layered frames. They look awesome there. ♥
Good Morning Miz Linda,
Great job hunting down cool bargains that fit in perfectly with your home. I especially love your layered frames. Can't wait to see the rest of your special project room!
Good fines, Linda. I love what you did with the candle holder; the bird's nest is so cute there. Who would have thought (not this girl).
Ok, so I am not the only one to jump on the GW band wagon, lol. Actually when I was at the TS and GW yesterday, the parking lot was full, and the first thing I thought was, do all these people blog??? HAHAH, but then I realized I was the only one taking pics, so no probably I am the only crazy one! You have been a busy girl lately, lots of projects!
Thank you so much for you offer of prayers, I know it is very minor surgery but I am just a worrier and knowing that there are people out there praying for me will be a great blessing to me! I will keep checking in! Sue
Linda, what a fabulous Thrifty Thursday! I love it! And like you, Ilove to go to the thrift store...and paint things black. Smile.
To chnage the subject briefly, such a cute puppy on the header, what kind is that?
I too found a great frame this week, that I am going to do just that too. I will post the results on my blog! Stay tuned!
Thanks for participating in Thrifty Thursday!
Thank you so much-because it led me to your great blog! I love new friends!
Sincerely,
Leigh, Tales From Bloggeritaville
you are sooo crafty! what great ideas! i wish i was blessed with crafty ideas!, not so much though
darling,just darling.i warn you.thriying is an addiction...ann
Nothing that a little spray paint can't handle! Looks like it's coming together.
Hi Linda ~ I absolutely love spray painting...but here in Wisconsin, I have to wait for it to warm up..bummer! I love what you did with the frames...I might have to start looking for some at the TS and GW...my favorite shopping places!
Hugz,
Michele
that looks wonderful!
Love the empty frames like that and I never thought to use a candleholder for a bird nest...great idea girl!
I dedicate "Paint it Black" by the Stones to Linda!!
I love to spray paint. I love to brush paint. I love to paint!! And black has been my color of choice lately too.
I posted bird's nests today too. Great minds think alike, right?
Oh these decorative items look wonderful!!!! I just bought a can of black spray paint to paint an old wicker chair; we'll see how it all turns out! Thanks for your ideas! With love from Colorado, Denise :-)
Love it! I love the empty frame look and have it going on in a few places in my house.
This looks so great. I need me some of that black spray paint. M
You haven't spray painted Jake have you?
Oooohhhh yes! I love them too! Thrifting does get addictive doesn't it, but oh what a wonderful addiction! lol Your pieces are beautiful sweetie!
Amanda (aka Cottage Contessa)
The thrifting bug has hit me, too - but I've been resisting...so far!
I love your black painted items - I'm now wanting to find something and do that! I love the wooden plaque and candleholder - I've seen those in brown and they are not as interesting as they are now.
As Vern Yip would say - You Rock!
Kristin (The Goat
I love it all Linda. You are so talented.. I need to do the same thing & decorate.
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