Wednesday, January 25, 2012

Old World Message Boards

My "Old World" finish, cork board, drop cloth, vintage stamps, and black ink.  That's what I used to make my message boards.






I gave two vintage frames my "Old World" finish.





I cut cork board to fit each frame, and covered the board with drop cloth material.  I applied the fleur de lis, and lettering  with my vintage rubber stamps.   I wanted the images to be a tad faded, so I just applied light pressure with the stamps.  I painted the wooden tags to match.











See ya soon.


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Beyond The Picket Fence: Under $100 Linky Party
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Savvy City Farmer: Thrift'n On Thursday
The Shabby Creek Cottage: Transformation Thursday
No Minimalist Here: Open House
Ivy and Elephants: What's It Wednesday













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47 comments:

  1. savvycityfarmerJanuary 25, 2012 at 5:51 PM

    love
    love
    love

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  2. Carolyn@Sweet Chaos HomeJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:07 PM

    So pretty! I wouldn't want to junk those up with actual messages :)

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  3. OliveJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:19 PM

    Right, no message needed. Perfect as is.

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  4. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:28 PM

    Hi Rosemary! They are both beautiful. No one does prettier finishes than you do. Thanks for linking to the Open House Party this week. Hugs, Sherry

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  5. Amy KinserJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:48 PM

    Girl, those are fabulous!!! You are one talented lady.

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  6. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:50 PM

    Hi Rosemary,
    I agree as well, just special notes and cards on these boards, they are lovely! Very chic....
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  7. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:50 PM

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  8. Karina RussellJanuary 25, 2012 at 6:52 PM

    These are beautiful!

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  9. Sissie's Shabby CottageJanuary 25, 2012 at 7:03 PM

    Very pretty. I love the idea of covering the cork board with fabric.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  10. ChristineJanuary 25, 2012 at 7:09 PM

    OMG!!! I love this!!!!!! I've never tried making anything like that... but this is making me want to try!

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  11. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJanuary 25, 2012 at 7:35 PM

    Dropcloths ~ genius, Rosemary! Love these and I love the stamps you used. Keeping it light for the faded look worked great. It does give it an aged look.

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  12. HollyJanuary 25, 2012 at 7:39 PM

    I like the PARIS word all simple in the middle. Your paint finishes are always amazing..I know you hear that all the time ..but truly!

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  13. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2012 at 7:41 PM

    Nice frames!

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  14. Okio B DesignsJanuary 25, 2012 at 7:43 PM

    Stunning!

    Jeanine

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  15. Pam KesslerJanuary 25, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    Those are so pretty. Love the dropcloth idea.

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  16. Little City FarmJanuary 25, 2012 at 8:41 PM

    What is it about Paris and the fleur de lis. Mmmmm,...so lovely.

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  17. AnonymousJanuary 25, 2012 at 9:40 PM

    I am in Loooooove! Rosemary these are beautiful!!

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  18. PamelaJanuary 25, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    Those are fabulous Rosemary!

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  19. Amy ChalmersJanuary 25, 2012 at 10:01 PM

    REally like these Rosemary~they are beautiful!

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  20. ℳartina @ Northern NestingJanuary 25, 2012 at 10:03 PM

    Girl you are AMAZING!! I love these!

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  21. Kim @ French Country AntiquesJanuary 25, 2012 at 10:03 PM

    You have worked your magic again! I have been wanting to do something like this with some very old frames I have for a while now. Maybe this is the inspiration I need to get started! Thanks for sharing.

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  22. Our Hopeful HomeJanuary 25, 2012 at 11:29 PM

    This will fly off the shelf! SO loving it!

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  23. Terriea KwongJanuary 25, 2012 at 11:31 PM

    Your works turned out always amazing. Love the paint of the frame.

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  24. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJanuary 26, 2012 at 12:03 AM

    Hi Rosemary,
    I love your message boards. The drop cloth fabric looks awesome. I just bought one (washed it three times) now I want to make a slip cover for my ottoman. Hope to have it done soon.
    Hugs,
    Jann

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  25. Shabby chic SandyJanuary 26, 2012 at 2:21 AM

    As usual--looks amazing!

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  26. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)January 26, 2012 at 6:33 AM

    Perfect as always.
    A very belated Happy 2012 to you my dear friend:)

    Hugs,
    Sanghamitra.

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  27. SherryJanuary 26, 2012 at 6:38 AM

    Rosemary, absolutely gorgeous...I definitely wouldn't use it for a message board though!

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  28. ReneeJanuary 26, 2012 at 8:14 AM

    As usual, absolutely stunning.

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  29. CindyJanuary 26, 2012 at 8:39 AM

    Those are gorgeous, I love the patina and the old world finish is wonderful.
    Hugs, Cindy

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  30. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasJanuary 26, 2012 at 9:09 AM

    I love these Rosemary....they are so gorgeous! They are elegant and pure is the only way I can describe them....beautiful!

    Lou Cinda

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  31. AnonymousJanuary 26, 2012 at 9:37 AM

    would love to have a wall of these frames with unusual paintings and prints in them...love the color!!
    best,
    maureen

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  32. dhackettJanuary 26, 2012 at 9:37 AM

    Pick ME pick ME! I love it!!!!
    your items are so pretty....

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  33. Jenelle Van de MortelJanuary 26, 2012 at 9:58 AM

    Love your artwork! Always inspiring :)

    ox
    Jenelle
    http://vandemorteldesigns.blogspot.com
    http://whoagroup.blogspot.com

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  34. SandyJanuary 26, 2012 at 11:42 AM

    Inspiration...Inspiration...Inspiration... LOVE THEM. Thanks for sharing!!! New to your blog and enjoy perusing whatever you create.
    xoso Sandy

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  35. UnknownJanuary 26, 2012 at 4:16 PM

    I love those! They are truly spectacular. Thanks for the inspiration! XO Cindy

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  36. miss flibbertigibbetJanuary 26, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    Stop, stop, you're killing me! Do you EVER sleep?!! LOL
    Just gorgeous!
    Lorraine

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  37. Connie @ Sensible-RedesignJanuary 26, 2012 at 5:56 PM

    Hi, I am a recent follower and I love your old world technique. I was wondering what kind of paint you used for the base coat? I tried the technique on some ceramic pieces and used Annie Sloans chalk paint cause it sticks to most anything. Problem was that the gesso seemed to take off the base coat in spots.... Any suggestions would be helpful. Thank you

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  38. Cheryl ~ ZanyMaydJanuary 26, 2012 at 6:10 PM

    Hi Rosemary, You're always so Clever & Creative... I think I need to do alittle thrifting for a frame~ my place sure could use a pin up board like this~
    Cheryl

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  39. UnknownJanuary 26, 2012 at 7:03 PM

    oh i LOVE this! simply gorgeous!

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  40. Honey at 2805January 26, 2012 at 8:26 PM

    Your work is amazing, Rosemary! Thank you for sharing your this lovely post at Potpourri Friday!

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  41. JeanineJanuary 26, 2012 at 9:58 PM

    Gorgeous

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  42. At The Picket FenceJanuary 27, 2012 at 2:02 PM

    Rosemary you are so talented! Those are simply stunning and we are so glad you shared them with us at Inspiration Friday!
    Vanessa

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  43. LiliJanuary 27, 2012 at 2:10 PM

    Ahhh yes, more fabulousness!! xo ~Lili

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  44. UnknownJanuary 28, 2012 at 9:28 AM

    One word- AWESOME! I love seeing all of your transformations!
    Kerry at HouseTalkN

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  45. Ivy and ElephantsJanuary 29, 2012 at 7:28 PM

    Those are absolutely gorgeous, Rosemary.
    I would 'never' allow someone to actually mess it up with a message! Too perfect as is.
    Thanks for sharing with us at WIW, we love partying with you!
    See you next week.
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  46. AnnJanuary 30, 2012 at 11:49 PM

    Very nice, indeed. The little tags are so charming.

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  47. Angie @ Knick of TimeJanuary 31, 2012 at 12:08 AM

    These are so lovely, Rosemary! I love the "old world finish" you give to so many of your creations.

    Blessings,
    Angie @ Knick of Time

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