How did I forget about this rusty and chippy old cooler? In a pathetic attempt to keep my junking finds somewhat organized, I vaguely remember bringing it home and then stashing it away with the thought of cleaning it up and doing something with it when I had more time.
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There it was in the middle of "the pile" looking just as tattered and beat up as it did when I brought it home.
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I couldn't figure out why it felt so heavy until I opened it up and discovered two more forgotten treasures inside. I know I bought that carved box a long time ago.....I really need to change this "buy and stash" routine.
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I needed a quick way to dress it up after giving it a good cleaning. The plants alone just didn't seem like enough, so I turned to my Silhouette Cameo for a little help; the letters are black vinyl in the David font. I'm still a novice at using the Silhouette and really should spend more time getting better acquainted.
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It's still tattered and beat up, but at least it's clean and cute!
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39 comments:
Betsy it is very cute!! When is the antique sale? I know you are working like crazy to get ready! Hugs, Linda
It's perfect! Now I need to find myself an old cooler.
I love people with vision!
LOVE it, Betsy! What a great find that cooler is - glad you don't have it hidden away now.
Blessings,
~Angie
Super cute and sure to sell quickly!
Looks great....I am wanting to buy a Silhouette, just not sure if I would use it enough, or figure it out. What do you think of it? Like or is there another one that is better. Just thought I would ask.
LOVE LOVE LOVE this, Betsy!!!!
Have fun tomorrow!!!! I'll miss you!!
xoxo
What a great old cooler...love it!!
Cindy
I like your buy-and-stash. You get to walk out into your own garage and go junking all over again and now it's free! 8+)
oh!!! this is the best!!!!
It's fabulous! Jealous of your cameo....I know you'll do great this weekend, good luck!
Hi Betsy, It has been some time since I've seen a cooler like this. What a lovely way to display flowers!
As always, that creative eye is busy busy! Great post...love it!
Have a lovely weekend...Loretta
The power of a word! It's so cool - well, it was already cool, but now it's really an object of desire!
The stenciled Flowers on it was just what it needed - you did good.
Have a great sale and sell it all.
Enjoy your weekend.
Sometimes we find the best things in our own garage and we're thrilled all over again! "Flowers" was the perfect touch for the old cooler. I'm sure it will sell quickly. Have a great show!
It turned out great! I do the same thing...often...buy it, stash it and forget about it! At least then it's sort of a surprise when I find it again. Have a great weekend!
You gave me a chuckle with finding forgotten treasures hiding inside. I do the same thing! All the time. But it's so fun to discover them again. I often discover the same things over and over, year after year. LOL
I love the lettering on the front of the box. I've got a new Cameo and still a novice, too. I've done a couple of things, but just haven't had time to play as much as I'd like. But isn't it great?
Betsy, I love it! I do that all the time, store stuff inside other things and then wa la .....A surprise inside when I am cleaning...That will be a great seller
Carol
awesome, love it!!
Fabulous! You did a wonderful job with the cooler. Love it!
Very cute!
Think of finding those lost treasures as shopping for free!
Lisa
It's adorable, Betsy!
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It must have been like Christmas morning finding those "lost" treasures! I love the cooler tattered and beat up. The lettering adds just the right touch. Love it!
I LOVE it! Tattered and cute. Perfect for flowers! I love the writing on it. I'm a stash and store too, so I know your pain. I just found a few treasures myself! Best of luck to ya. ;)
Great look ... will be on the look-for old cooler boxes. Love finding lost treasures too. I do that pretty often. Like ... where/when did I buy that?
Blessings,
Audrey Z. http://audreyzumwalt.blogspot.com
Timeless Treasures
Love it Betsy!!
I LOVE your blog!!! I love this and will definitely be a follower!!
I really like your results!! So fun too. :)
I love this idea. Your flower box came out so cute! I love using old things in new ways.
xo
Danielle
wonderful idea. looks perfect!
It's perfect all tayered, and I love it, I so wish i lived closer cause I would buy it. Love how you added the letters, really set it off. A great old cooler in the best chippy color - great find! Thanks for sharing your creative inspiration with Sunday’s Best – you helped make the party a success!
I have the same organizational characteristics that you possess. I see it doesn't work well for you either-LOL!
I would love to discover this kind of cooler at a sale or in my own stash as well ;) It looks adorable with the flowers and the "Flowers" text on the front.
love this!!! it's perfect...xoox, tracie
Betsy,
that's the perfect touch! the letters look great on the chippy paint. Good luck at your sale!
Rebecca
It's so pretty and happy! Love it! Thank you for sharing. Visiting from 1929 Charmer. Would love it if you would share this at my Make it Pretty Monday at The Dedicated House. http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2012/09/make-it-pretty-monday-week-15.html Hope to see you at the bash! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
I love it!
Bobi
http://westernwarmth.blogspot.com
That turned out great! Adding the word "Flowers" really gave it personality!
I like this cooler transformation a lot, Betsy. I like the pink color of the cooler.
Adorable! And so simple. I will be checking out that website for sure.
I don't know why I have been missing your posts but will be checking in more regularly.
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