Monday, June 10, 2013

Box Transformation Ideas, Part II, Open Boxes

I'm continuing on with my list of box ideas.  Today, I'm doing open boxes.  You can call them corrals, crates, bins, or whatever.



This is one of my all time favorite box redesigns.  I've been adding horseshoes to boxes for years.  With this one, I also added a fragment from a curtain rod for decoration, and vintage book pages to the interior.  I also antiqued the entire thing.  You can view the original post HERE.



This was the first horseshoe handled box I shared with you.  A little self-promotion.



A simple box, stenciled, and given metal ornamentation.  Original post HERE.

Sewing boxes are perfect candidates for redesigns.



Here are a few of my transformations.







The applique was already there on this next one.  I added the handles, and an old world finish.




Paint, stenciling, and a dimensional design tricked out this one.  Original post HERE.








I added the ornate applique to this one, and painted it for unification.




I added faux oxidation, and wine labels to these metal boxes.  Check out the before, and my faux oxidation tutorial HERE.




How about an applique and number for a carrier.




Of course you've seen what I've been doing with small drawers lately.












I could go on an on.  Seriously, I could.  However, I'll save more for another post.



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37 comments:

  1. SusanJune 9, 2013 at 11:16 AM

    Rosemary, your work is beautiful. I love all your creations.

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  2. Julie @ followyourheartwoodworkingJune 9, 2013 at 11:41 AM

    Lovely, creative work!

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  3. KellyJune 9, 2013 at 12:28 PM

    You have some great ideas on how to transform plain boxes and drawers. I think they would make a pretty planter in the center of a kitchen or dining room table. So many great uses!

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  4. Stampin' VMG206June 9, 2013 at 2:36 PM

    Your boxes are beautiful! So amazingly creative. I'm stopping by today from DIY Showoff.
    ~ Megin of VMG206

    Join me Sun-Fri for DIY Showcase Link Party

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  5. PieraJune 9, 2013 at 2:48 PM

    And all a wonder here! Rosemary fantastic ..

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  6. AnonymousJune 9, 2013 at 3:37 PM

    Rosemary, these all look fabulous! What a great idea to add handles to some of the boxes! I love the horse shoes too! Each box is so pretty!

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  7. Kathy Owen, Petticoat JunktionJune 9, 2013 at 3:57 PM

    Oh Rosemary, I love all your boxes. I was trying to pick a favorite but just couldn't!

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  8. Linda@Coastal CharmJune 9, 2013 at 4:12 PM

    Rosemary,
    You always do such beautiful work and all of these boxes are outstanding!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  9. Nancy CarrJune 9, 2013 at 4:21 PM

    Rosemary, you said, "You can call them corrals, crates, bins, or whatever." I say, "Beautiful!" Love you....

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  10. CreateologyJune 9, 2013 at 5:01 PM

    I never tire of seeing your wonderful open box and drawer transformations. So many ideas and creations. Blissful Dear...

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  11. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeJune 9, 2013 at 5:38 PM

    Just beautiful! Even though they have your 'signature' look, each is so unique with the added touches. I just got four lidded boxes for $3.00 this weekend. I have just stared at them. Can you come over and paint them for me :)

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  12. CynthiaJune 9, 2013 at 7:25 PM

    As always Rosemary, beautiful and the talent you have is amazing. Thanks for the beauty and inspiration!!

    Cynthia

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  13. Helen and her DaughtersJune 9, 2013 at 7:49 PM

    Great ideas and inspiration! Thanks for sharing!

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  14. BlissJune 9, 2013 at 8:05 PM

    Love 'em!
    Bliss

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  15. JunkchiccottageJune 9, 2013 at 8:12 PM

    Rosemary,
    These boxes are beautiful. I love the drawers so sweet. You do the best work my dear. Love all of these.
    Kris

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  16. ChrissieJune 9, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    Beautiful! Every one is a work of art!

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  17. Carlene @ Organized ClutterJune 10, 2013 at 6:31 AM

    I love your boxes, Rosemary. The "Villa Barnes" one is awesome as is the one with the curtain rod piece. I have a sewing machine drawer that I may have to paint too!

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  18. Rosaria AmorimJune 10, 2013 at 6:57 AM

    Oi Rose estou cada vez mais apaixonada por seus trabalhos, viajo em seu blog sem cansar, muito lindas as suas caixas, tenho duas caixas grandes e vou ver se me inspiro em fazer como as suas, estão lindas parabéns. Um bj

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  19. UnknownJune 10, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    You amaze me Rosemary! Thanks for sharing your beautiful creations. Blessings, Patti@OldThingsNew

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  20. UnknownJune 10, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    you are the queen of transformations!!! wow...

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  21. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJune 10, 2013 at 10:14 AM

    Love your ideas and creations~ so gorgeous!!

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  22. Debra@CommonGroundJune 10, 2013 at 1:38 PM

    oh those metal wine boxes...love them!!

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  23. tropicalbeachgrlJune 10, 2013 at 8:50 PM

    Rosemary, you continue to be an inspiration to me! Thank you so much for sharing your techniques with us. I am in awe of your artistic talent and your fearlessness in combining media and hardware to produce my favorite look. Your blog is the first one I take a look at each am . . .

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  24. Burlap LuxeJune 10, 2013 at 8:53 PM

    Thank you Rosemary for taking the time to visit in the mist of your creativeness.
    I am so in sink with your creative side. Like I have said before or tastes and creating is so much alike. I too have used book ephemera to line that back sides and faces of boxes and such, yet I have yet to have worked with horse shoes yet, you make it look so creative.

    Rosemary do you ever think you will not have another creative idea in your head. Well, as far as I can see your ideas are flowing over in abundance .

    See you soon and all the beauty you inspire.

    Xox
    Doré

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  25. DebbiedoosJune 10, 2013 at 8:54 PM

    Great boxes Rosemary and all so useful too!~Nothing like a pretty useful home decor item:)

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  26. Mom E. June 11, 2013 at 11:09 AM

    Rosemary,
    I LOVE the boxes! I am gettting excited to OLD WORLD an armoire for our master bedroom this week! I did my first chalkpaint project, and I anot completely done with it yet, but will finish before I begin the other armoire. I just LOVE your boxes and I hope my armoire can look a hundredth as good as yours!
    hearts!
    Betsy

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  27. KarenJune 11, 2013 at 7:10 PM

    As always beyond beautiful Rosemary. You are a great inspiration to me.

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  28. Leena Milligan LanteigneJune 12, 2013 at 12:24 AM

    I love your boxes! So many different ways to make them beautiful! Hugs, Leena

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  29. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️June 12, 2013 at 5:14 PM

    I love all the different styles of boxes. They are Beautiful!!! The drawers remind me of the ones I did :)

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  30. Yvonne @ StoneGableJune 13, 2013 at 7:57 PM

    Swoon... swoon... swoon! You are an artist!!!!

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  31. Cottage and BroomeJune 14, 2013 at 8:33 AM

    Your crates are just beautiful! I'd be hard pressed to pick a favorite….. Have a wonderful weekend, Laura

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  32. Eclectic Red BarnJune 14, 2013 at 9:03 AM

    Your "boxes" are just wonderful. I love all of your creative ideas.
    Have a wonderful weekend,
    Bev
    @ Eclectic Red Barn

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  33. ornate splendorJune 14, 2013 at 12:47 PM

    Oh!!! So very beautiful! Love that script on the drawer - it makes me smile!! Thanks for the inspiration! Catherine (new follower)

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  34. Art and SandJune 14, 2013 at 3:35 PM

    I am in love with all of your boxes. I think I have painted EVERY caddy that I own. After seeing your great boxes I know I need to get out the paint again.

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  35. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsJune 18, 2013 at 5:14 PM

    The horseshoe handles are just to incredibly clever!!! Just love the look of all of the boxes you created...Pretty, pretty boxes!

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  36. Kerryanne @ Shabby Art BoutiqueJune 20, 2013 at 2:01 AM

    Very inspiring post Rosemary. I love all of your boxes and their decorative finishes. Thanks for linking up at Shabbilicious Friday.

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  37. lianJuly 12, 2013 at 9:40 AM

    I loved your work!!! very beautiful!!!

    I work with recycled wood..
    http://elianeapkroker.blogspot.com.br/

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