Thrift Shop Candle Sconces Repurposed as Wall Book Shelves
October 07, 2017
My project today begins with two dark stained thrift shop candle sconces and a thrift shop wood plaque.
I removed the candle cup on the oval sconce and then sawed the plaque in half.
The half plaques were then screwed in to the candle holder.
I then painted the sconce shelves with Dutch Boy Chalky Paint in Antiquated Lace. I purchased it at our local Menards.
Shortly after painting I dampened a rag and "wet distressed" the edges of my sconces and the details.
Next I sealed my chalky finish paint with Varathane Clear Matte Finish Soft Touch Polyurethane
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The galvanized letter "H" tag is by "Fab Lab", and available at Joann's Fabrics.
Sawtooth hangers were added to the back.
I didn't use the tiny nails that came with the sawtooths as my shelves will be holding books. My nails were thicker and longer.
I didn't use the tiny nails that came with the sawtooths as my shelves will be holding books. My nails were thicker and longer.
I love displaying books all over the house!
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Really inventive and fun! You are always giving me good ideas!
ReplyDeleteWhat a fun idea.
ReplyDeleteLooks great and what a wonderful idea.
ReplyDeleteMary
Great idea - you do think up the best up-cycles.
ReplyDeleteJoy
These are so creative and look just beautiful, great job!
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Carlene, I just saw your awesome candle sconce shelves featured at Funky Junk Interiors and had to stop by to take a closer peek. Pinned!
ReplyDeleteThis is so clever Carlene! I don't know how you come up with all these ideas. You have such vision!
ReplyDeleteKeeping my mind busy is great for my wellbeing and creativity really works. Thanks !
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