Tuesday, November 29, 2011

Two Carriers, Two Looks, and Another Bottle

I finished two carriers today.  Each has a different look, but they both involved white gesso.  This first one was just a simple wood carrier with a metal handle.  A little too simple.  So, I added appliques, gave  it multiple layers of gesso, lightly distressed it, and applied a numeral.  I thought about doing a heavy distressed look, but changed my mind.  It seems happy this way.











This next carrier started as a sewing machine drawer.



I dry brushed gesso on this one, and attached vintage handles.  The interior was given a grey wash.  In the area of the missing knob, I used filler, and inserted one of my numbered tacks.



The applique was already there.  The wash brought out the details.






I found the handles in my stash.  They fit perfectly.






Yes, I made another Christmas bottle.  I used the same technique seen here, but distressed this one a little.



Two carriers, two looks, and another bottle.   I show you what I did with the teaser from my last post next time.



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47 comments:

  1. Sandy AngNovember 29, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    Looks amazing !

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  2. Old Time CindyNovember 29, 2011 at 5:48 PM

    Great transformations...as always!

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  3. BrandiNovember 29, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    Beautiful Rosemary! I love that you turned the drawers into carriers- so clever!!

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  4. Debra@CommonGroundNovember 29, 2011 at 6:22 PM

    Love that laurel wreath, very classy and so pretty, and what a great idea for the sewing drawers!

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  5. OliveNovember 29, 2011 at 6:23 PM

    The drawer is beautiful and the bottle is just good gravy:)

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  6. farmhouse-storyNovember 29, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    love them all, esp. the first carrier with the wreath and number-way too cute, rosemary:)

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  7. UnknownNovember 29, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    do you put your creative brain to bed at night or does it stay awake all day?? lol! Oh my..you never cease to "inspire! "

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  8. Barbara JeanNovember 29, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    great projects! thanks

    blessings
    barbara jean

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  9. Janette - The2SeasonsNovember 29, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    You did a really good job. I am a first-time visitor to your blog.

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  10. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRNovember 29, 2011 at 6:41 PM

    Pretty, as always! You do beautiful work!! I never get tired of seeing your designs!

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  11. Joy@aVintageGreenNovember 29, 2011 at 6:43 PM

    They both look great - but that sewing drawer upcyle is incredible. Love the handles, love them! The paint makes the pattern just pop. You are so talented.
    -Joy

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  12. KateNovember 29, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Rosemary you are amazingly talented

    Have a great day!!!

    xoxo
    Kate

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  13. Ricki TreleavenNovember 29, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    Love the applique carrier. :D It looks like Scottish thistle!

    I like this bottle, too.

    xoxoxoxo,
    RJ

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  14. TracyNovember 29, 2011 at 7:36 PM

    I love what you did with the sewing machine drawer especially, very pretty!

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  15. AnonymousNovember 29, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    oh, these carriers look darling..I can see red geraniums in them for summer on a porch or deck..very pretty..
    best,
    maureen

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  16. KellyNovember 29, 2011 at 7:53 PM

    You come up with the neatest things! Why is it no surprise that those handles you already had just happened to fit perfectly? I bet you have some in every size in your "stash". Ha!

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  17. The Polka Dot ClosetNovember 29, 2011 at 7:59 PM

    I love sewing drawers and the handles are genius!

    Carol

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  18. Gwen @ The Bold AbodeNovember 29, 2011 at 8:17 PM

    Amazing...as always!

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  19. Gracefully VintageNovember 29, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    So Lovely- Love the aged look and the extra detail.. Your Bottles are wonderful as well..
    Such a Great Blog
    Karryann

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  20. Our Hopeful HomeNovember 29, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    The first one is my favorite. Love the applique, wish I could find ones like you do! I broke down and bought a few appliques at Hobby Lobby (I know) to add to a project I'm doing. Hope I can somehow make it look half as good as yours!

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  21. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingNovember 29, 2011 at 9:13 PM

    Hi Rosemary,
    Love the old sewing drawer, what a lovely raised detail. I could fill it with notions and the carrier with fabric...
    I like the new bottle too!
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  22. Katie @ Wildwood CreekNovember 29, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    Beautiful transformations!

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  23. Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingNovember 29, 2011 at 9:26 PM

    These are beautiful. Found you at Wow Us Wednesday and I'm now a follower.

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  24. AnnNovember 29, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    Love both of the carriers. Each has its own personality.

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  25. ℳartina @ Northern NestingNovember 29, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    FABULOUS Rosemary!!

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  26. AnonymousNovember 29, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    Beautiful transformations! You brought out the beauty in both.

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  27. lvroftiquesNovember 29, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    So inventive and wonderful as always m'dear! Vanna

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  28. beachcomberNovember 29, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    so gorgeous! my favourite is the white carrier.
    x

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  29. Myric November 30, 2011 at 12:10 AM

    Looks really cool! How did you put the text on the first carrier? Is that a stamp? I really love your, bottle of Joy! :D

    xoxo
    Myric

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  30. miss flibbertigibbetNovember 30, 2011 at 7:03 AM

    Rosemary, I swanee (that's a southern term...LOL) you must stay up all night(exclamation point). Every time I see something you made I just say "ooooo, pretty". How cute are those bottles and these carriers Glad to see your Etsy shop too

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  31. Allison@FabRehabNovember 30, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    Beautiful Rosemary!! I NEED to try the gesso!

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  32. UnknownNovember 30, 2011 at 8:44 AM

    Love, love, love the sewing drawer! Just perfect!

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  33. reFresh reStyleNovember 30, 2011 at 11:23 AM

    Love these! Have a great week!
    Debbie

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  34. AnonymousNovember 30, 2011 at 11:45 AM

    Two great looks is right! Both turned out lovely. My favorite is the second one. A sewing machine drawer...I never would have guessed.

    Kris

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  35. Little City FarmNovember 30, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Gorgeous as usual. Love the whole package with the dried flowers and the NOEL bottle. Very nice

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  36. BiljanaNovember 30, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Absolutely beautiful, as always:-)
    Hugs, Biljana

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  37. ReviNovember 30, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    ooh - I always love how you mix your materials and combine disparate items into a cohesive "like it was made that way a long time ago" piece. That sewing machine drawer is totally wonderful!
    -Revi

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  38. ~Earth Angel~November 30, 2011 at 5:26 PM

    Wow! Rosemary, I love everything you do....you are a genius, girl!

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  39. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasDecember 1, 2011 at 1:45 PM

    Love it! Of course!! I need to beef up my stash!!

    Lou Cinda ;)

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  40. Junky VagabondDecember 1, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    These are so pretty! Thanks for the gesso tip - will have to try that one next time!
    -Jill

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  41. UnknownDecember 2, 2011 at 8:39 AM

    Let me just say, stunning...
    Michele

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  42. Heaven's WalkDecember 2, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Second note to self: "Dig out old drawers in the basement." hehehe!

    xoxo laurie

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  43. Custom ComfortsDecember 2, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    Very, very pretty! You make the most lovely things.
    Cindy

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  44. katecreativesalvageDecember 3, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    Hello:

    I'm a new follower, your boxes are so cute, love them, please follow my blog, I would love to see more of your work.

    kate

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  45. UnknownDecember 5, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    Very cool! I have one of those sewing machine cabinet drawers and I simply love it -- it is now holding my collection of cookie molds :)

    CHRISTmas Blessings!
    Gail

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  46. Vintage RoseDecember 8, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    Just beautiful! I love those, Where can I buy one on your Etsy!! :)

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  47. LiliDecember 10, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    ooooh I just love that yummy crackly finish from the dry brush gesso technique! ~Lili

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