I have had this metal container for a long time. Long time. Which is why it's hunter green and brass. Just never got rid of it because I loved the size.
I gathered some supplies. I just had to buy the gloss white and the ribbon. The ribbon was about $3 for 9' so lots of that left. I had the primer, jute and well as you can see, the glue gun. The glue gun has to be over 20yrs old. I think I got my moneys worth out of it. Quick funny story, hubby and I kept smelling something burning last night. I was checking everything. It was the glue gun I had left on for about 2 hours. The thing is indestructible. Lucky I didn't burn down the house though.
I started with the primer, then 2 coats of the glossy white. I had planned on painting this ribbed part but it was not going well so after I erased my mess with another quick coat of white I went with the ribbon and jute. Just a dab of glue to hold the ends down, then wrap it around. The ribbon is just tied in the back. It was the front but hubby wasn't digging the bow. Whatever. I just turned it around.
There you have it. Under $10 and under 1 hour. Spray paint dries pretty darn fast.
So I'm joining up with Melissa @ 320 Sycamore for her little party.
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What a great idea! That is so cute -- and useful, too. I love the jute on the handles and the cute trim. I've got to look for some of that.
ReplyDeleteYou totally updated it. I really like the way it turned out!
ReplyDeleteI love that. I need something like that for my tiny little pool bath. But there's no way, I would be able to make it an under an hour. It would be days and many tears.
ReplyDeleteHere's my glue gun story. My eldest daughter was doing a project in her room. I found the glue gun still plugged in a couple of days after she'd finished...sitting on her carpet! Thank the heavens above, she didn't burn us down.
Way cute!!! I love the details you added to it! Thanks for posting this!!
ReplyDeleteoooh that IS a great size! love the transformation!
ReplyDeleteLove this...this gives me a great idea with a similiar metal container I have. You did an awesome job.
ReplyDeleteThat is so creative and clever! I love it with the jute handles and the ribbon trim. It's perfect for the back of the toilet. I also love the colors you chose for your bathroom. Very beachy!
ReplyDeleteHoly cow!!! That bathroom is aMAZing!!!! Way to go!
ReplyDeleteLove the touch of jute and the ribbon you used for the bucket. Makes me think that I don't need to go out and get a new tin forthe toothbrushes that sit on top of the toilet, maybe I have some paint in the garage that will do......I'll have to go check.
Love it!
xo
lynn
I really really love the jute at the bottom - what a difference!
ReplyDeleteI just love what you did with that hunter green and brass bucket! Just amazing the transformation! Wonderful job!
ReplyDeleteHI Anita, thanks for stopping by and giving me advice on the sticking drawer situation. The only part of it I painted was the top of the drawer panel(does that make sense) and I guess I shouldn't have but then you would see the dark wood you open it and I didn't like that. I'm going to bring it in and see if humidity is the reason, like you said. I hope that's all it is. I see you love that beachy look too hence your blog name. My kids bathroom is done beachy and I love what you did with the bucket...think I might be stealing that idea. Have a great day!
ReplyDeleteOoooh! I love this! Great job! Thanks for stopping by a dash of parsley :)
ReplyDeleteIt looks great! The bucket with the new paint and the jute is so charming! :)
ReplyDeletethat is adorable!! I have one of those tins in a neon yellow- im gonna go get my spray paint on- thanks for the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteThumbs up on the bathroom Anita! I love the bucket especially the twine/jute!
ReplyDeleteHello Anita! I love the jute ribbon on the bottom and I would have never thought to use it on the handles. So cute~I just love your new bathroom. Thanks for partying with us!
ReplyDeleteThis turned out great and I love how it fits just perfectly on the back of the toilet!
ReplyDeleteWe have something like this on the back of each toilet to hold tissue and an extra roll of TP.
ReplyDeleteI love the jute wrapped handles.
Hi Anita... love the way you updated the caddy for the bath.. and the twine is especially nice on the handles.. How nice to hear your mom will be moving back in the area of her friends, she must be excited. I've grown to enjoy living here also!
ReplyDeleteMy heart.. I'm going in tomorrow to get my pacer/defib updated (new high tec one) and if all go's well I should be home in a day or so. Thanks for the good wishes!
Take care
Sandy
I love this Anita, Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteAlso, Thanks for stopping by my blog today :)
Love it! We don't have any storage in our tiny bathroom either. It forces you to get creative! Nice job. I'm now your latest follower!
ReplyDeleteHow clever. Now this I have got to try...you have given me a wonderful idea for a container that I have. Amazing transformation.
ReplyDeleteoh my gosh you are so crafty. that basket is perfect for that spot. i love how you made it over, and i really love the way you covered the handles! come re-do my bathroom now, k?
ReplyDeleteThe caddy looks so sweet painted!
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