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1.12.2013

Adhesive Fabrics


I have been busy reorganizing everything in my office/craft room after the holidays.  January is always the perfect time to get everything back in order and ready for the new year.  Of course mid stream of organizing I have to make some cosmetic changes.  For instance these wood storage boxes needed a major change.  I had some adhesive fabric I have been longing to use and it would be perfect for this project. I also decide to repurpose a empty candy can I had from Christmas.

The adhesive fabrics made a quick and simple change to this can. First, I applied a shipping label to the can so I would start with a white base and then added my adhesive fabric.  I masked off the can and then applied some crackle effect and antiqued. I wanted it to have a old worn feel.

On the wood boxes I used a Ralph Lauren Faux Technique Glaze I had left over from another project.  After I applied and let dry I roughed up the corners and little with some sand paper.  Then I added my adhesive fabric. I used a black Sharpie marker to changed the color of the hardware on the boxes. Then sealed everything with a thin coat of Mod Podge. 



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31 comments:

  1. Jemma@athomewithjemmaJanuary 13, 2013 at 3:29 PM

    Love how you used fabric and aged the pieces! I am enjoying your blog!

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  2. UnknownJanuary 14, 2013 at 12:42 AM

    Love the aged look of the boxes.

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  3. Rebecca @ Herons CraftsJanuary 16, 2013 at 1:45 AM

    These looks great the vintage feel of the can fits great with the aged wood boxes!

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  4. My Garden DiariesJanuary 16, 2013 at 3:43 AM

    This is so cool! I am totally going to do this! I found you at the link party...looking forward to following along!!

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  5. craftylesJanuary 16, 2013 at 8:32 AM

    Love this idea. The can is genius! So pretty.

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  6. DiannJanuary 16, 2013 at 11:16 AM

    These all turned out wonderful. Fun transformations.

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  7. UnknownJanuary 16, 2013 at 11:52 AM

    That is awesome! Where do you get your adhesive fabric, i love how it turned out! Thanks so much for sharing at Wednesday's Adorned From Above Blog Hop.
    Debi and Charly @ Adorned From Above
    Bethany @ Whistle and Ivy

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  8. ThearicaJanuary 16, 2013 at 4:07 PM

    I am going to share your blog with my daughter. She is covering boxes for the first time and would be so inspired by yours.

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  9. Geri OJanuary 16, 2013 at 5:14 PM

    Love this idea. I'm a new follower. I would love for you to check out my blog at WWW.sister-number-5.blogspot.com

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  10. Lisa @ Flour Me With LoveJanuary 16, 2013 at 6:39 PM

    I loved how they turned out! Thanks so much for sharing at Mix it up Monday :)

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  11. SewSweetVIntageJanuary 16, 2013 at 6:40 PM

    Chic and practical. I love it! New follower. Follow me back at http://www.sewsweetvintage.com/2013/01/love-me-love-my-dog.html

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  12. The Vintage ChateauJanuary 16, 2013 at 8:35 PM

    Nice job, I love to repurpose old boxes!
    Karee

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  13. ChristineJanuary 17, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    Oh my!! WOW!! So gorgeous!!!

    Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer... From Dream To Reality!

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  14. KourtneyJanuary 17, 2013 at 11:01 AM

    Very cute! I love the cross stitch sampler!

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  15. UnknownJanuary 17, 2013 at 12:24 PM

    What a neat idea. Thank you for sharing!

    Hopping by and following your lovely blog's Pinterest. I blog @ Getting Healthy with Essential Oils

    I am also inviting you to join Tiddle Diddle Handmade Shoppe's first giveaway event.

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  16. TrishJanuary 17, 2013 at 1:51 PM

    wow love this! everything looks so fab! i'd love to come spend a day in your craft room :)

    Stopping by from the GYB blog hop!

    Trish @ Tales from ...

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  17. What Marty SeesJanuary 17, 2013 at 2:05 PM

    Also stopping by from the GYB blog hop (you may come visit if you'd like. :-)The inside of the box is pretty clever but honestly I love the finish on the outside! Perfect choice with the fabric too...gives it such a lovely vintage feel

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  18. ChrissyJanuary 17, 2013 at 7:01 PM

    Love this and the colors are gorgeous! I am hosting a new Pinterest Power Party and would love to have you share this if you get a chance!!

    http://www.thetaylor-house.com/2013/01/17/pinterest-power-party-2.html

    Chrissy

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  19. Crystelle BoutiqueJanuary 17, 2013 at 9:50 PM

    Wow! Those boxes are drop-dead gorgeous!
    You are one amazing creator!

    hugs x
    Crystelle
    http://www.crystelleboutique.com

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  20. Liz @ Quirky VistasJanuary 18, 2013 at 6:56 AM

    I'd love to know where you got the adhesive fabric. Was it at a fabric store or a craft store? The boxes and cans are sweet!
    Liz

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  21. Roxana WhiteJanuary 18, 2013 at 3:34 PM

    Awesome ideas! The boxes are my favorite, aged perfectly. Thanks for showing us how you did it!

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  22. My Creatively Vintage LifeJanuary 18, 2013 at 11:33 PM

    Awesome use of fabric! I am in love and just may have to try for myself! Thanks for sharing! I'm your newest follower and I came to you via a bloghop!

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  23. Tanya-Lemonsforlulu.comJanuary 19, 2013 at 2:29 PM

    So clever! I love those old boxes! What a way to incorporate fabric. Thanks for sharing at One Creative Weekend!

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  24. Eclectic Red BarnJanuary 20, 2013 at 4:08 PM

    Love how you gave a totally new life to these boxes and made them beautiful. Thanks for sharing.

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  25. UnknownJanuary 22, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    Oh my goodness, you are so talented! You know what I also like? The fact that you come to Whimsy Wednesday each week. We LOVE your creations and inspirations!

    Take care,
    Kelly at Smart School House
    http://www.facebook.com/SmartSchoolHouse

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  26. Jocie@TheBetterHalfJanuary 22, 2013 at 6:09 PM

    so so cute! where did you get the adhesive fabric?? I saw some adhesive fabric tape on a site yesterday (i think pick your plum) and was curious about it...

    Thanks so much for linking up at the Humble Brag!

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  27. The Charm of HomeJanuary 23, 2013 at 9:43 AM

    Great idea! Thank you for joining Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  28. The Busy Bee'sJanuary 23, 2013 at 5:25 PM

    Hi,
    You have some great ideas and we would like for you to share with our readers too. We are hosting our first link party tomorrow and we would like to invite you to link up with us. We have a fun blog to co-host with us. Hope to see you there.

    Thanks!
    The Busy Bee's,
    Myrna and Joye.

    http://thebusybhive.blogspot.com/

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  29. UnknownJanuary 26, 2013 at 12:06 PM

    So pretty, Paula! We are featuring this at the party today. We can't wait to see what you're sharing this week!

    Lelanie
    http://to-sew-with-love.com

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  30. Fluster BusterJanuary 30, 2013 at 8:48 AM

    I love this project! I host a linky party every Wednesday and would love for you to link up this project. Fluster’s Creative Muster Party

    I am a new follower and have nominated you for the Leibster Award you can check it out here: Leibster Award

    Hugs and Smiles,

    Robin
    Fluster Buster

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  31. TammyJanuary 30, 2013 at 7:25 PM

    Good for you to get organized! I really need to do that too! The boxes look great! I'm your newest follower! Would love for you to come and visit me sometime! http://homespunhappenings-tammy.blogspot.com

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