Hi All! I cannot believe that August is more than half way over. I am not ready for the holiday’s, they are creeping up way to fast. I haven’t even started on holiday projects yet, I have gotten stuck on painting everything the farmhouse style, like how to update a hanging box in 4 easy steps.
I found this cute little hanging box at the thrift store for $1.99 and just couldn’t pass it up. That’s my kind of price, I’m cheap. Just ask the hubby! But I think of myself as being frugal not cheap. If it’s more than a few dollars or I can make it myself I will not buy it.
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Material List
Thrift store box
White chalk paint
Black chalk paint
Letter stencils
Stencil brush
Sand paper
Burlap ribbon
Update a Hanging Box
To update a hanging box, you will need to start with a clean box. I didn’t get photos of each step, but it is very simple so I will just walk you through each step.
1. The first step is to give your box two coats of white chalk paint letting each coat dry thoroughly.
2. Next stencil the word HOME onto the front of your box using black chalk paint.
3. Once dry take the box outside, and sand the edges, and lightly sand the front and sides.
4. Last step take back inside, and smear just a dab of black chalk paint on the edges of the box. This adds to the
distressed look.
That’s how to update a hanging box in 4 easy steps!
Since this little box is going to my craft booth I am going to add some pretty flowers. To do this I am going to use an empty can because I didn’t have a jar that would fit.
Tweet ThisI wrapped some 3” burlap ribbon around the middle of the can, then hot glued it in place.
Next, I added a few pebbles to help hold the flowers in place, then added the flowers.
Now I have some cute farmhouse style décor. What do you think of the little box. How would you have painted it?
More Farmhouse Style Projects You May Enjoy!
Tissue box cover
Wood box farmhouse style
Farmhouse signs and thrift store makeover
I love the way you do things Linda. All your projects and the way you describe things makes it seem so “approachable”. I’m not sure if that’s the right word though. What I’m trying to say is that all the things you make are real and soooo doable. You make it okay for anyone to try it. That’s such a lovely skill to have
Thanks so much for the compliment Michelle! It means a lot to me. No one really knows how much I struggle with my writing, but I do love to create, and share what I create. I never was any good at writing, or grammar. A bad speller as well, but this blog, and tools have helped me improve my skills, and hopefully one day it won’t be such a struggle.
I think that you are the amazing one Michelle. You come up with the most amazing projects thinking out side the box. Then you write it up in the most humorous way. I think that is a lovely skill to have. Maybe one day I will get there. 🙂
Linda I love the makeover. The hanging box is so pretty now and can be used anywhere in the house that you need storage or for decorating purposes. . It is really a very versatile piece.
Thanks Mary! Yes it would be cute anyway you used it. In the craft room, kitchen, or just for some pretty decor.
Hi Linda, I’m sure your hubby doesn’t complain about you being frugal, lol. The box was a wonderful find and you turned it into a beautiful item that can be used for a lot of purposes.
Hi Julie! No he does’nt complain, just likes to tease me. Thanks for stopping by!
Good up-cycle! Love the new distressed look and stencil. I’ve been on the look-out for wall hanging boxes lately and wouldn’t you know when I want one I can’t find one anywhere…as soon as I don’t need one they will be everywhere!
Thanks Wendi! Is’nt that the way it goes. When I’m looking for something I never see any, but if I’m not looking I see plenty. Lol
Wow, Linda! I LOVE that box! And love the treatment you gave it and distressing. That will sell in a heartbeat. Almost makes me wish I had a booth again.
Thanks Florence! I was happy how it turned out, and I hope your right and it sells quickly. So far the left over junk we take has been selling better. LOL It’s crazy what people buy.
Adorable.
Thank you Pam! 🙂