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I've had this bench around for a few months and was uninspired until last night. It was a GW find and let's just say it was under $5.
I just wanted something quick and easy. And I wanted to finish something for that feeling of accomplishment us DIYer's long for. I honestly didn't care if it even turned out well...I just wanted to try something new.
So I grabbed some of my Scotch Blue Edge Lock tape, some DecoArt paint and a few other sample sized jars I had on hand. I randomly taped up the bench...no measuring because I wasn't in the mood for perfect.
Each stripe got 2 coats and I didn't even let it dry before taking the tape off. I distressed lightly and didn't expect to love it as much as I do.
Needless to say, my mood greatly improved after the tape came off. And it even goes well in the boys' nautical themed room!
I cannot tell you how easy this project was...I hope in inspires you to finish something this weekend!
~Allison
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54 comments:
hiya , that bench turned out fab you should craft all the time when you are in a "mood" lol . tfs
happy (bad mood ) crafting
xmaggiex
Allison I love it. Totally rustic meets stripey, lakehouse cool, just might pass for a PB catalog item. Truly sometimes the best projects happen when you're lease expecting it!
AMEN to all that you said! Just wanna get something done and right away - not over the course of days! We DIY'ers must be hooded on the immediate gratification of accomplishing our goals! I know I am! The bench is really cute and believe it or not, I have one that looks just like it! Love it!
Stacey of Embracing Change
And by the way, painting is therapy. I have a noticable mood shift for the positive after - you can ask my husband :o)
Stacey of Embracing Change
What a great little bench. It turned out so fun! I hear you on just wanting to accomplish something. It is really hard for me to go to bed not feeling like something got done. It's hard to give ourselves a break sometimes when we are such "do'ers". Happy projecting :)
What a great little bench. Loved the stripes.
Holly
ooh i love it! i love the colors, and the style, and that it made you happier. :)
Been there! We all need some of those projects for moments like that. Turned out so, so cute!
It's awesome! I love it. I love a good stripe!
Gorgeous and easy my favorite kind of project!!
Allison, this is so amazing! Love the stripes and the colors you chose.
Love love love it! Especially how the idea just came and you went for it! It's totally PB-esq. :)
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I love the bench! Good job.
Adorable! I'm so glad it lifted your mood! And I know what you mean by needing to just finish something. I have a dozen half done projects staring at me...
I love it too!! Your boys will get much use from it, I'm sure. :)
this is SO pretty... well i guess pretty isn't the right word as it is in a boys room.. but i really love it! i love how you left the wood color & painted on top... rustic!
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What a unique idea! it looks great!
That changed the whole look! Love what you did here
I just love it! I want one! It is so pretty. Isn't it great when simple projects yield great results. And I can truly relate to having alone time in the garage. It is the best thing to do to elevate ones mood. I do it all the time.
I love this bench :)
I hope you will share this at my party, Some Good Stuff: http://some-good-times.blogspot.com/2012/01/some-good-stuff-3.html
Megan
Looks amazing, So nice to catch up again my friend hope you have a great day.
Always Wendy
Wow! This bench really caught my eye on a linky party so I had to come over for a visit! Love the stripes and bright colors you used. Looks perfect! Great job!
I'd love for you to link up to my linky party this week. It's Terrific Under Ten Tuesday, it's for projects made for $10 or less. :)
Oh my goodness! This came out so great, and near that map, it's almost nautical! Have you had a chance to check out our little Challenge? It's not too late to join. My project update post just went up. http://thespacebetweenblog.wordpress.com/2012/01/16/word-of-the-year-and-i-might-be-screwed-just-once-a-gallery-wall-experiment-update/
I am your newest follower!
LOVE HOW THE BENCH TURNED OUT. GREAT IDEA. I WOULD LOVE TO FEATURE IT IF THATS OK WITH YOU DROP ME A LINE.
LAUREN
Oh, I love love love it! I'm a sucker for stripes ;-)
What a great project! I love the stripes. There's nothing better than a project that turns out better than anticipated AND lifts your mood!
Very cute! Thanks for sharing, visiting via Creative Bloggers' Party and Hop
I love this! It doesn't even look like the same piece! You did a great job : )
Yor bench is adorable! It looks very nautical with the colors you picked and perfect for a boys room. It would look cute outside in the summertime too. And I totally get the need for garage time! Thanks so much for linking up and linking back! Have a great day Allison!
It kind of has a Pendleton blanket-y thing going on. Very nice! Consider sharing with my readers at http://sassafrassalvation.blogspot.com/2012/01/sasss-sunday-salvation-show-7.html
Yep...like the title of your blog...this bench is FAB! I see a Feature in your future!!! lol :)
Love it! It's so sweet!
oh love it - it makes me wanna go play some croquet! - c'mon over to play at our linky party going on now!
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oh my goodness I am in love with your bench. IN LOVE! Thank you so much for the inspiration!
jaime from crafty scrappy happy
Love how that turned out, and the look is so fun. I would love to find something like that to go on my front entry way. Thanks for sharing.
CAS
This looks super cute! I love the color scheme you choose! A little craft goes a long way!!!
How cute is that!? Such a great, simple project. Thanks for sharing.
I can see why this project put you in a better mood!! Nice job Allison. I love it. Oh and I'm not ignoring you...I'm hanging in there...you?
Wow! I never would have thought of that. It looks amazing!
New follower from HOH.
Cinthya
www.eyeheart.ca
So gorgeous!! I especially love that you didn't paint it completely before doing the stripes. You can't beat natural timber combined with stripes at the moment!!
I adore this bench! The stripes and colors you used are perfecto!
this is awesome! and under $5! you rocked it girl!
Nicely Done....It feels so good to get a project done...I totally get it!!
Denise
I love this bench and the bright colors! Plus anything that spread good cheer has to be fantastic, right?
~Tonia @TheGunnySack.com
i love your bench. i never tire of stripes and i love the different colors you used. great job!
Amazing! This turned out sooooooo well! I love it! PLEASE come show off at my place on Wednesday!
Melody
ChattyChics.com
PS You could win a $5 Starbucks card!
This turned out great! I know how you felt on just wanting to accomplish something - I get that way...I would love to have you share this at my link party over at Rustic Crafts - http://rustic-crafts.com
I love this so much...especially for that sweet nautical-themed room!!
Thanks for consistently linking to "20 Below Thursday"! :)
happy, happy, HAPPY! i love a piece that screams joy!!
way to go!
what a happy piece!
darling bench!! I even pinned it to my pinterest board! Found you through under $100 party!
Best, best, best bench I've seen in ages - well done you!
I featured your bench on this week's Terrific Under Ten Tuesday!
http://athomewithk.blogspot.com/2012/01/terrific-under-ten-tuesday-48.html
Love it!
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