Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Fireplace Screen Junk Project #1.


Remember that fireplace screen my sister, Karla, picked up at Renninger's Mt. Dora Extravaganza a few weeks ago?


She had a project in mind when she reluctantly handed the vendor $40. for this vintage screen.


This isn't the project she had in mind. With the help of the Hardly Able Workshop and Mr. C, the screen was separated into 3 sections. The larger center screen was made into...you will see in my follow-up post...while the sides were perfect for the wall at the end of the tub in her master bath.


Mr. C, Karla's husband, built the small shelves from scrap trim left over from the primary project.


Karla, being the frugal decorator that she is, purchased black hooks from Hobby Lobby on sale for $3. each, shortened the rods, and spraypainted them with Rustoleum's dark bronze hammered finish along with the shelves.


She couldn't resist Hobby Lobby's shiny metallic gold letters when she saw that they were on sale as well. It is amazing what a can of paint can do.


I bet you are dying to see what happened to the center of the screen...to be continued!

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Peace,
Ki

17 comments:

Primitiques 'n Poetry said...

Holy Cow! Who'd have thunk it? I love it! She had a vision, didn't she? Canton is this weekend. I'll keep my eye out for a fireplace screen. Can't wait to see the center piece. ~Mindy

Kasey Hunt said...

Very creative. I really like that idea. Way to go.

Peggy Houston, TX said...

Way cool - she is brilliant! Thanks for sharing... now. show us the rest!

Tinta's Treasures said...

Great idea. I'm loving them. Your whole family must be talented!! Don't keep us waiting too long to see the center piece!!!!
Cindy

vintagewindow said...

I just love JUNK. What a clever and creative use of the screen. Can't wait to see what you've done with the center piece.

Kris

The Charm House said...

I love this.... So beautiful!!

Margo said...

What a great re-do, and so frugal. She could not get a framed art piece for that price, and she's still got the center section. Can't wait to see what she does with it.
Margo

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Primitiques 'n Poetry said...

Holy Cow, part 2. Ok. I just remembered that I have a fairly plain, rusty fireplace screen somewhere. I have to find it! My wheels are turning! Will post pics soon. he he he ~Mindy

ALVN of WhisperWood Cottage said...

Amazing, as always!

junkrescuerbeth said...

That was a pretty screen to begin with, and now the pieces look even more fetching on the wall!

Cottage Elements said...

What an awesome project, Ki! I have an old fireplace screen sitting in the garage right now! I guess I know what to do with it. Thanks!

Lanette

countrygirl3031 said...

Very talented lady! Can't wait to see what she did with the center piece! I need to find me some letters on sale...

Hugz,
Michele

restyled home said...

Love it! I can't wait to see what you two did with the rest of the screen. I love the way your mind thinks...!

Hope you are enjoying your time woth your family!

Cheers,
Linda

Diane said...

SO ELEGANT! And you KNOW what they'd cost in a high end store already made!

Diane

Candy Allen said...

Love this idea! And you're right...I can't wait to see part 2.

cottage farm villa (cottagecharm) said...

Love the screens!! You have just helped me to fill some empty spaces! Thank you! ~Cheryl

Martin said...

What a great idea! Now I can also reuse my wood stove screens in a better way.
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