Little Blue Basket: A Makeover

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Welcome back, today I want to share a little basket that has seen better days:
It had spent some time out in the weather and needed a makeover. In the interest of saving money, I pulled out the paint we used to trim our windows after the "Shutter Incident" - (you can read about that HERE), and got to work.
It always amazes me how a coat of paint (or two) can transform an object:
I added some bright petunias and this little basket was ready for the front porch.
You may be asking why I chose this color for the petunias.  It's simple, they match the center of my flower on the chair, and, of course, the basket matches the trim on the cottage.
If you'd like to read more about the chair, click HERE.

I'm so glad I was able to breathe new life into this little basket, and it's expecially exciting when it can be done with materials you already have around the house!

Thank you for stopping by the Cottage.  Have a wonderful week and be sure to stop by again soon!


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Amaze Me Monday
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Comments

  1. Edye NicoleJune 19, 2016 at 7:08 PM

    What a cute little makeover! You did a lovely job, Ann :)

    Blessings,
    Edye | Http://gracefulcoffee.wordpress.com

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    1. AnnJune 20, 2016 at 7:46 AM

      Thank you, Edye. So glad you stopped by the Cottage.
      Be sure to visit again, won't you? Have a wonderful week!
      Ann

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  2. Linda @ Life and LindaJune 22, 2016 at 7:59 PM

    Very sweet basket makeover. Always fun and thrifty to recycle. Thank you for sharing your project at DI&DI.

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    1. AnnJune 23, 2016 at 8:53 AM

      Thank you, Linda. I try to do a lot of that around here!
      Ann

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  3. Gardening HelenJune 23, 2016 at 11:11 AM

    Goes perfect with the chair! Thanks for sharing on the Pleasures of the NW's DIY party!

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    1. AnnJune 24, 2016 at 9:12 AM

      Thank you! My porch is my favorite summer place.
      So glad you stopped by the Cotttage!
      Ann

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  4. ShirleyJune 23, 2016 at 8:42 PM

    I have a habit of holding on to baskets. Paint can make them look brand new. Thanks for sharing with us at Merry Monday.

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    1. AnnJune 24, 2016 at 9:10 AM

      Paint is one of my favorites. A quick coat of paint and things are transformed!
      Thanks for visiting the Cottage. Please stop back again soon!
      Ann

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  5. Crafts a la ModeJune 24, 2016 at 12:04 AM

    Love the basket makeover....

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    1. AnnJune 24, 2016 at 9:08 AM

      Thanks, Linda. I love those quick and easy projects!
      Ann

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  6. Karren HallerJune 24, 2016 at 3:23 PM

    I love the chair, it is great so bright and cheerful!! The basket is a great companion.

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    1. AnnJune 24, 2016 at 7:04 PM

      Thanks, Karren.
      The chair was a step outside of my comfort zone - painting the flower was a first for me!

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  7. Mary K.June 30, 2016 at 10:36 AM

    I absolutely love that little basket. It makes a huge difference and makes the flowers pop. Pinning and sharing. Thank y ou Ann for all of the sweet inspiration you give to us.

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    1. AnnJune 30, 2016 at 10:43 AM

      Thank you, Mary.
      I just love flowers and always try to find a way to have more!
      So glad you stopped by the Cottage!
      Ann

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