Tuesday, January 10, 2012

The Perfect Easel

I have the perfect easel for the piece I shared in my "Old World Love" post.





Actually, the original function for my easel, is as a corbel.




I gave this pair of corbels my old world finish.



It's very similar to the last finish I shared with you.  I just alternated two shades of grey.  The final layer was a dry brush of white gesso.  After they were dry, I turned them upside down on the table.  Hmmmm, they looked like easels.  I put a couple postcards on them to see how that idea would work.







When I brought them inside, I grabbed my last project, and it was a perfect fit.  Since the finish is similar, they look like they started life this way.  It's sitting on my side table.




LUV it.  Not sure what I'm going to put on the other one yet.

More ideas coming your way.  See ya soon.


Sharing With:
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French Country Cottage: Feathered Nest Friday
2805: Potpourri Friday
Common Ground: Vintage Inspiration Friday
At The Picket Fence: Inspiration Friday
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The Shabby Creek Cottage: Transformation Thursday
No Minimalist Here: Open House
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Faded Charm: White Wednesday
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DIY by Design: Winter Blues Wednesday
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63 comments:

  1. SherryJanuary 10, 2012 at 4:00 PM

    That's beautiful, I luv it!

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  2. farmhouse-storyJanuary 10, 2012 at 4:07 PM

    beautiful, rosemary! i never thought to use a corbel like this-love it!

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  3. Paint Me WhiteJanuary 10, 2012 at 4:15 PM

    Always beautiful Rosemary Love it too. Sandy x

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  4. Paint Me WhiteJanuary 10, 2012 at 4:15 PM

    Always beautiful Rosemary Love it too. Sandy x

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  5. frugal-interior-designJanuary 10, 2012 at 4:23 PM

    A gorgeous display and simple repurpose. I'm never thrilled with the available plate and picture stands I see. These would be a classy alternative.

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  6. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2012 at 4:31 PM

    Clever!!!!

    Hugs, Diane

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  7. DeseraeJanuary 10, 2012 at 4:32 PM

    Gorgeous....how clever to use it as an easel too!!!
    ~Des

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  8. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRJanuary 10, 2012 at 4:41 PM

    Beautiful, as always! Very creative! I love it!

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  9. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2012 at 4:49 PM

    cute idea!! and the corbels are divine as such or as easels..
    best,
    maureen

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  10. Belle Inspiration MagazineJanuary 10, 2012 at 4:55 PM

    Beautiful! Your finishes are the best!

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  11. Little City FarmJanuary 10, 2012 at 5:10 PM

    I had to google corbel, lol. These two pieces really do look like they started out together. So pretty together.

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  12. VictoriaJanuary 10, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    Oh wow, they look like they were made for each other! What a fantastic idea to use them that way:)

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  13. UnknownJanuary 10, 2012 at 5:42 PM

    Great idea! I was looking at an outdoor light fixture today thinking about taking parts off and making it something else. Maybe I will...thanks for the inspiration!

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  14. UnknownJanuary 10, 2012 at 6:10 PM

    Good idea ! Looks great !

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  15. *Shabby LOCO!*January 10, 2012 at 6:12 PM

    Smarty Pants...Great Idea!!
    ~Mel

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  16. KellyJanuary 10, 2012 at 6:20 PM

    Love that! Who would've ever thought of using those as an easel? They are so charming that way.

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  17. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsJanuary 10, 2012 at 6:20 PM

    Well, who wood have thought! I love this idea. Great job!

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  18. SandyJanuary 10, 2012 at 6:23 PM

    What a smart girl you are...my goodness! I'll probably be stealing that idea. Thanks..xoso Sandy

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  19. ℳartina @ Northern NestingJanuary 10, 2012 at 6:34 PM

    Very clever! I love it!!

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  20. tinemorJanuary 10, 2012 at 7:32 PM

    That's beautiful, I love it!
    And Clever!!!!
    Hugs, Tine

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  21. Ivy and ElephantsJanuary 10, 2012 at 8:20 PM

    What an awesome idea Rosemary. Those easels are fabulous.

    Paula

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  22. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️January 10, 2012 at 8:32 PM

    Hi Rosemary,

    Super idea! It looks like it was meant to be.

    Dee

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  23. Ivy and ElephantsJanuary 10, 2012 at 8:46 PM

    Rosemary,
    So very beautiful. What a fabulous idea! I have some of those and will have to give it a try. Love to have you link it up.
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  24. {oc cottage}January 10, 2012 at 9:55 PM

    Way too cool! LOVE it!

    m ^..^

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  25. Leena Milligan LanteigneJanuary 10, 2012 at 10:39 PM

    Awesome! A redo that was then repurposed! I actually had a sconce once that when I turned it over, had this little bowl and made a great place for potpourri! Hmmm wonder what I did with that thing? LOL! Hugs, Leena

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  26. AlediaJanuary 10, 2012 at 11:00 PM

    Too cute!! I just love being able to use items for more than their original purpose.

    Happy Wednesday!
    Aledia~

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  27. Kim @ A Brush of WhimsyJanuary 10, 2012 at 11:12 PM

    How pretty! Your things always look so elegant!

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  28. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2012 at 5:15 AM

    This is such a wonderful idea Rosemary. And i love the tone of your pictures. How do you achieve them? Sharpness? Or do you use a special lens? Would love to know!

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  29. reFresh reStyleJanuary 11, 2012 at 5:54 AM

    What a great idea, I would have never thought of that! Debbie

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  30. Ricki TreleavenJanuary 11, 2012 at 7:42 AM

    I appreciate this because I am always looking for alternative ways to display my small canvases. Brilliant!

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  31. CindyJanuary 11, 2012 at 8:10 AM

    Hi, Your new easel is lovely and very creative. I love it!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  32. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2012 at 8:44 AM

    oh yeah! luvin this!

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  33. Ispirato DesignJanuary 11, 2012 at 9:52 AM

    That gives me an idea! I have something similar that I think I'll dig out. Happy New Year Rosemary!

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  34. Barb January 11, 2012 at 10:02 AM

    Rosemary,

    Just gorgeous!

    Barb

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  35. Special 'K'January 11, 2012 at 10:40 AM

    So adorable! Thanks for sharing. Cheers SpecialK XoXo

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  36. Richard CottrellJanuary 11, 2012 at 11:41 AM

    You are so very clever. Richard from My Old Historic House.

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  37. Nyanser av vittJanuary 11, 2012 at 12:32 PM

    Beautiful as always my dear blog friend
    Agneta

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  38. miss flibbertigibbetJanuary 11, 2012 at 2:57 PM

    Great re-purposing Rosemary!So pretty as always!

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  39. AnonymousJanuary 11, 2012 at 4:46 PM

    Great re-purposing. It serves two purposes. If you get tired of one way you can use them the other way with the postcards. I wish my mind could think out of the box like yours does!

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  40. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresJanuary 11, 2012 at 5:50 PM

    Love this idea Rosemary, they're perfect this way. It's amazing what can happen when you turn something upside down, sideways, or inside out. I just turned something on its side this morning and an idea popped right into my head.
    Great job!

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  41. PamelaJanuary 11, 2012 at 7:40 PM

    Yes, I agree love this idea Rosemary! Thanx for coming to party!

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  42. imsteelefullofscrapJanuary 11, 2012 at 7:48 PM

    Great idea it is beautiful!!!

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  43. lvroftiquesJanuary 11, 2012 at 11:44 PM

    Arrrgggghhhhhh! I love them Rosemary! That's some fabulous repurposing! *winks* Vanna

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  44. MarieJanuary 12, 2012 at 12:03 AM

    That is so amazing...so creative. What a great way to repurpose Rosemary.
    -Marie

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  45. KateJanuary 12, 2012 at 2:57 AM

    Beautiful as always Rosemary

    xoxo
    Kate

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  46. shabbyechic.blogspot.itJanuary 12, 2012 at 3:59 AM

    what for one beautyful Idea!!!! Top

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  47. Sandy and Joe/rhubarb reignJanuary 12, 2012 at 5:35 AM

    Hi Rosemary! The corbels look great. Just gotta give things a turn sometime, right?! Check us out next week for more on that. Miss seeing you, too. Here's to March. xo

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  48. BrandiJanuary 12, 2012 at 7:41 AM

    You are so creative, Rosemary! Love this idea!

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  49. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingJanuary 12, 2012 at 11:55 AM

    Hi Rosemary,
    You always have a unique perspective to see something & use it in a different way.
    These are lovely...
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  50. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereJanuary 12, 2012 at 4:14 PM

    Rosemary, What a wonderful idea! They are not only beautiful but also functional. Love them used as an easel. Thanks for linking to my party.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  51. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereJanuary 12, 2012 at 4:14 PM

    Rosemary, What a wonderful idea! They are not only beautiful but also functional. Love them used as an easel. Thanks for linking to my party.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  52. Honey at 2805January 12, 2012 at 5:10 PM

    OK! I love this idea. Thinking out of the box, or upside down, you have such creative ideas, my friend!

    Thank you for linking this lovely and creative post to Potpourri Friday!

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  53. AnonymousJanuary 12, 2012 at 5:51 PM

    Great idea! You are so creative, and I love your old world finish!

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  54. KimMalkJanuary 13, 2012 at 10:58 AM

    What a clever idea, Rosemary. The finishes look perfect together, of course.

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  55. JenneliseJanuary 14, 2012 at 1:45 PM

    Incredible! What an inspired idea! :) It looks beautiful!
    Jennelise

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  56. MimiJanuary 14, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    I absolutely love this idea. Thanks for sharing it.

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  57. Patti @ Pandoras BoxJanuary 16, 2012 at 8:13 AM

    pretty clever..never gave that any thought...love the little round frame, too

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  58. Pat@Back Porch MusingsJanuary 16, 2012 at 3:39 PM

    Gorgeous and very clever!

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  59. Angela ~ Call Her BlessedJanuary 17, 2012 at 8:31 AM

    super neat idea ... in fact, I think I have a shelf like this in the garage in a storage tote!

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  60. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJanuary 17, 2012 at 4:49 PM

    What a delightful and fun idea. I never thought of such a thing. Perfect. Love your vignette. Thanks tons for joining TTT. Hugs. Marty

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  61. MimiJanuary 20, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    Congrats on this post being featured on 2805. It's really stunning as is all of your work!

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  62. An Oasis in the DesertJanuary 22, 2012 at 2:16 PM

    Great idea and your display is lovely!

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  63. BabsJanuary 22, 2012 at 5:02 PM

    Great idea and great look! I've bookmarked you gesso technique to try. Love the look.
    Visiting from A Stroll Thru Life.
    Thanks for the tutorial. I'm a new follower. :)
    Babs

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