Thrifted Vintage Wooden Artist Paint Case Makeover
Decor Transfers,
Dixie Belle Paint,
Re-purposing,
Redesign With Prima,
Thrift Store Finds,
Upcycling,
March 02, 2022
I found this vintage wooden, dovetailed case at our local thrift shop for
$2 last week. The only marking on the case was "Tower" and Sears
Roebuck & Co."
It was in fairly rough shape, and one of the hook latches was
missing.
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Here is another view of the case.
This is the inside of the case.
Since there were a lot of paint specks inside the case, and because of the
partitions inside, I think it is a vintage artist's box.
I cleaned the box with hot soapy Dawn Dish Soap water and a rag, and sanded
a few of the larger paint globs. My rag was very reddish so I knew the
stain would bleed through a light colored paint with a primer or
Dixie Belle Boss.
I decided to paint the box with Dixie Belle Chalk Paint in Caviar. Dixie Belle's website states that "Caviar is a true, matte black. This rich color exudes elegance and can be paired with any paint color
or style. The muted finish will add a soft and chic feel to your space. Whether you
use Caviar in abundance or in moderation, this versatile color conveys a
sense of sophistication".
I brushed on two coats of paint inside the box and outside.
I lightly distressed the edges of the case with 220 grit sandpaper.
I have used several of these designs on other black projects.
This rose transfer fit the top of the box quite well.
I rubbed the transfer on the box top using the enclosed rectangular
stick.
Another of the Gilded Home & Nature transfers fit the inside lid of the
box.
I also added a few white transfer scraps from Maisie & Willow Delightful Labels transfer.
I waxed the case with
Dixie Belle's Best Dang Wax in Clear.
I dabbed Antique Gold Rub n Buff on the metal parts of the
case using a Q tip.
The little case can be displayed three different ways. Horizontally.
Vertically.
And open, filled with mini collectibles!
A sweet little find with a classy makeover!
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I love what you did with the artist's box, Carlene. I have one that belonged to my mother which I think would look great with a similar treatment. Her name was Rose so I think the floral transfer would be quite appropriate. Maybe that is my next project!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Naomi! That would be perfect!
DeleteI love the little open case vignettee, so cute!
ReplyDeleteI've just restarted my blog at emeraldcottage.blogspot.co.uk , would be lovely to see you over there :)
Jillxo