Thursday, April 12, 2012

Sewing Drawers and Tags

I can't tell you how many projects I have going on right now. Not to mention everything I'm unearthing while I Spring clean.  I have more vintage sewing machine drawers than I thought.  So, I've been working on a few.  The two here have the same design, but I gave them a different paint finish.



I stenciled the side of this one, and distressed the lettering to a fade.  I decided not to paint the interior.  I love the ornate details on the handle.




This one doesn't have as much distressing, and no stenciling.  I painted the interior.  Plus, I added a little texture to the paint, for more of a layered look.




Both drawers were finished with paste wax.





I made tags with the image from  my vintage guardian angel postcard.  I copied it onto photo paper, and bonded it to thick card stock.




The reverse was decoupaged with vintage sheet music.  A little vintage lace ribbon, and it's done.



 I'll have more to share tomorrow.


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29 comments:

  1. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)April 11, 2012 at 10:21 PM

    What a talented girl!
    Great work as always.
    Lovely shots and pretty white.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Hope to see you on my blog:)

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  2. Miss Gracie's HouseApril 11, 2012 at 11:05 PM

    I have a *collection* of these drawers, too...I have a hard time getting rid of drawers...they are so sweet..yours turned out beautifully...love how they are a little bit different!
    Rene

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  3. Shabby chic SandyApril 12, 2012 at 12:47 AM

    I love the drawers and I think the different paint finish is awesome. Love the white (of course) :)

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  4. AnonymousApril 12, 2012 at 1:30 AM

    Those sewing drawers are beautiful. You are so talented. God bless x

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  5. SusanApril 12, 2012 at 6:08 AM

    I love the sewing drawers! I have made so many tags.....I have nothing to do with them....LOL

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  6. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsApril 12, 2012 at 6:18 AM

    I love these sewing drawers to use for organizing, Rosemary. These are so pretty and I like them both ways. I saw one recently at a antique mart that I've got my eye on.

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  7. miss flibbertigibbetApril 12, 2012 at 7:05 AM

    Those look so nice! I love using things like that for organizing! Keep cleaning...never know what you'll find!!
    Blessings, Lorraine

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  8. Curtains in My TreeApril 12, 2012 at 9:12 AM

    I use to have some of those little drawers and know I sold them at my yard sales.

    I went through this phase of shabby chic and paint everything i own a few years ago LOL and have gone to to I don't know what phase now LOL

    your stuff always looks so good

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  9. PamelaApril 12, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    I won one of Rosemary's sewing drawers in Giveaway #7. It's beautiful, and it is being used as a very charming and elegant music CD holder by my CD player.

    All of the items in my gift box are *perfect* <3

    Pamela
    pennsylvaniafrench

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  10. AnonymousApril 12, 2012 at 11:58 AM

    There are a myriad of uses for these drawers. You can place them side by side on a shelf and store ribbons, scraps, art supplies, cards etc. Great job Rosemary!

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  11. marieApril 12, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    Your sewing drawers turned out so nice! I have several that I need to re-purpose. Love that you used white.
    Your tags are pretty too!

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  12. Lynn BApril 12, 2012 at 2:22 PM

    Beautiful, I love the drawers and tags. Wish I had just a fourth of your talent! Hugs, Lynn

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  13. Mary Palumbo CollingsApril 12, 2012 at 2:30 PM

    Love all your work.

    Mary

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  14. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsApril 12, 2012 at 3:34 PM

    Those drawers are great for organizing and showcasing...I can see those adorable drawers go quickly in your sale...How big is your abyss?

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  15. Pam - @diy Design FanaticApril 12, 2012 at 3:51 PM

    Your drawer is so beautiful and functional! I love the tag!

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  16. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresApril 12, 2012 at 4:27 PM

    So pretty Rosemary. They're just the perfect size to hold little treasures and to use for displays. Love the sweet tag too:-)

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  17. KellyApril 12, 2012 at 5:09 PM

    You've come up with some great ways to make over those drawers! They'll make wonderful storage for whoever buys them.

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  18. Myplace4teaApril 12, 2012 at 5:26 PM

    This is my first time visiting you!
    You are so talented and creative! I also love your Etsy shop!
    Great job!

    Happy creating!
    Angela

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  19. Maureen WyattApril 12, 2012 at 6:16 PM

    I can't really say which paint finish I prefer. I'm leaning toward the textured one. Decoupaging both sides of the tag is a great idea! ~ Maureen

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  20. Gypsy HeartApril 12, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    Beautiful ~ as usual! Love the little tags too.

    xo
    Pat

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  21. Gypsy HeartApril 12, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    Beautiful ~ as usual! Love the little tags too.

    xo
    Pat

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  22. OliveApril 12, 2012 at 7:09 PM

    The drawer detail is spectacular but I really, really love your tags.

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  23. Carlene @ Organized ClutterApril 12, 2012 at 7:41 PM

    I may have to paint my sewing machine drawer. I love yours!

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  24. UnknownApril 12, 2012 at 8:38 PM

    Beautiful! I love these tags, too! You are so talented! XO, Aimee

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  25. Amber Lyon FergusonApril 12, 2012 at 8:39 PM

    Pretty Pretty Pretty!!!! I really want to start using wax instead of stain. I went to Lowes and couldn't find any with colors. Where do I get it?

    Amber

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  26. Heaven's WalkApril 12, 2012 at 9:25 PM

    You continue to amaze me with your knowledge of paint techniques and crafts, Rosemary. You should teach somewhere, girl! lol!

    oxo laurie

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  27. Little City FarmApril 12, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    You SHOULD teach somewhere. Maybe an online video or something. Hmmm. :) I love the sheet music on the back of the tags and I love how rustic the first drawer is.

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  28. Little Miss MaggieApril 13, 2012 at 8:04 AM

    Beautiful tags. I love the postcard image and the sheet music with the lace tie. Very sweet.

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  29. TamsynApril 13, 2012 at 7:10 PM

    These have come up so beautifully!

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