Thrift Shop Makeover of Dated Wall Art With Shaker Pegs
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December 19, 2019
I purchased this framed fabric wall art with shaker pegs at the thrift shop this week for $6.
Besides having a water stain, it's just pretty tired and needs a makeover!
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My first step was to remove the fabric from hardboard. It was loaded with staples to remove.
Next I gave the hardboard and the wood frame a good cleaning.
I debated whether to remove the shaker pegs and use other hooks (maybe not as many), or not.
I ended up keeping all the pegs.
Next I painted the wood frame and shaker pegs with two coats of Dixie Belle Chalk Finish Paint in CAVIAR.
After the paint was dry I distressed the frame and pegs lightly with 220 grit sandpaper.
I traced the hardboard onto a piece of HeatnBond UltraHold Iron-On Adhesive.
I laid my fabric out on the bias or diagonal and placed the Heat N Bond rectangle on top. (Refer to Heat N Bond directions on packaging)
I ironed my fabric before adding the Heat N Bond and tried my hardest to make sure the fabric pattern was even and not stretched in any areas.
I was successful. The fabric is smooth and plaid is even.
I laid my fabric out on the bias or diagonal and placed the Heat N Bond rectangle on top. (Refer to Heat N Bond directions on packaging)
I ironed my fabric before adding the Heat N Bond and tried my hardest to make sure the fabric pattern was even and not stretched in any areas.
I was successful. The fabric is smooth and plaid is even.
Next I prepared to stencil the fabric. The paper backing is still on my fabric.
The *Old Sign Stencils SKI Lodge stencil fit the fabric rectangle perfectly.
I centered the stencil on the fabric rectangle, taped it down with blue painter's tape, and pounced on the words using Fusion Mineral Paint Champlain.
After the stenciling was dry, I pounced on a second coat of paint. (the first coat soaked in a bit.)
After the stenciling was dry, I pounced on a second coat of paint. (the first coat soaked in a bit.)
All prices on the Old Sign Stencils's website are listed in Canadian currency. A handy currency conversion link is provided for your convenience.
*Old Sign Stencils provided me with complimentary samples. All opinions about these fabulous stencils are my own.
Next I removed the paper Heat N Bond backing from my fabric. The Heat N Bond keeps the fabric from wrinkling, fraying, and gives it body.
I also brushed a pretty thick coat of Mod Podge Waterbase Matte Sealer
onto my hardboard. I then placed my buffalo check/stenciled fabric rectangle onto the Mod Podge, with the Heat N Bond glue side down.
onto my hardboard. I then placed my buffalo check/stenciled fabric rectangle onto the Mod Podge, with the Heat N Bond glue side down. 
The hardboard was nailed back onto the frame back, and sawtooth hangers were added for hanging.
Before I waxed my project, I pounced on four small snowflakes from my*Old Sign Stencils Winter Graphics stencil, again using Fusion Mineral Paint in Champlain.
I waxed the painted wood with Dixie Belle Best Dang Wax in Clear.
You can apply the wax with a either a rag or wax brush.
You can apply the wax with a either a rag or wax brush.
My Ski Lodge sign/hooks fits easily into a winter vignette!
Don't be afraid of dated thrift shop decor! It might just need a makeover!
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Carlene,
ReplyDeleteYour Ski Lodge sign is just GORGEOUS! Fantabulous! Charming. I love it. and the snowflakes add such a touch of winter and what a ski lodge is all about. Love the whole piece! I hope you make some of your signs to sell!
Thanks so much Barb! I only make one of everything, and I hate the shipping!
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