We have all these old shutters in our barn. This photo taken before I did a culling. Some were in too lousy shape to hope to do anything with them.
I did select one to scrape with a wire brush, and then wash thoroughly. Amazing how much dirt accumulated in the maybe 100 years since these were on the house. These were in the part of the barn where the 1906 newspaper was found.
I had to give it three coats of white spray paint.
Then I laid the letters for Spring on and spray painted green.
That took only one coat. Lifting off the letters I didn't think the letter edges were clear enough.
So I used a black sharpie to outline the letters.
I got out the glue gun and added some silk flowers.
I like how it turned out. Now it's on my front porch for all to see.
The porch needs some pots of pansies but I'm finding that those are not for sale yet. They would be if I was still living in Maryland.
Now to make one for daughter Emily. I have other plans for shutters including an angel.
11 comments:
...you sure are crafty! Happy Spring.
The silk flowers added the perfect touch! Happy Spring! Enjoy your day!
I am impressed. Fab idea and great job.
I like that - very clever!
It's always great when things can be recycled and with some added new touches turn out quite functional and decorative as well. A bit of work but worth it in the end.
Such a clever idea and a great way to repurpose those shutters! Good job!
What a nice thing to do with those old shutters! Will there be one for each season?
You win the "clever homesteader" of the day prize. Good idea, well done indeed.
It looks lovely. And it’s part of the history of your home, repurposed!
Very creative Marcia. I hope you have a great week ahead
You did an amazing job, Marcia. That looks so cheerful and pretty. It's a lovely way to acknowledge the season.
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