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I see old shutters at thrift stores all the time, but it wasn’t until I was sent some by Jeanie, at Create and Babble, in our Blogger Swap Group, that I realized what a pretty lantern they could make!
Our fearless leader, and organizer, Charlotte, from Ciburbanity, got us all set to swap our $10 or less thrift store items with each other and off we all went! I received a few things but really narrowed in on the shutters and now all I can think is to look for more!
At first I was leaning towards white, but decided a fun green, spring color would be better. Spray paint was a must for me because of all the nooks and crannies I didn’t want to have to do with a brush. I knew I would probably spray some touch up once I was all done, but figured it would be easier to get the inside before I attached it all.
I measured and cut a piece of scrap wood to attach to the missing side of the shutters and used L-brackets to hold it in place. I decided to leave the bottom open knowing that I wouldn’t be moving it around much and placing a flameless candle in it for safety with my little ones.
I wanted to attach some kind of handle but debated on what kind. I considered wood and metal but finally decided a braided rope would be fun and give it a bit of spring and summer feel! I simply braided three separate strands and then braided the three together to give it a thicker look.
I should caution you though, that if you are going to be using a real candle inside you should not use any materials that would become a fire danger. I had some string like this on hand that worked out great!
It was an easy project but I couldn’t love it any more! The pop of green with all of my blues looks really pretty and it’s just perfect on our mantel!
and yes, everyone should keep a disco ball in there home, I mean what if you need to dance?!
This whole week will be filled with fun blogger swap projects which I will come back and be linking here, but for now hop over to Jess at Gourley Girl and Guy and see what she did with this fun stuff I sent her!
Have a great week and don’t forget to check back for more links every day! Oh and pin here for inspiration later! –>
xoxo,
B
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Awesome thinking on this one Bee! And that green is to die for, especially with your striped urns. Love it.
Thanks Jill! I want more in that green now:)
I had no idea what you would make with those shutters, but I knew it would be fabulous! I was right – Well done!!! Love that green!
Thanks Jeanie! It was so fun and I really love it!
Great idea! I love that green, too. That Texas pillow might be my fav, though. So cute.
Thanks D! That TX pillow was a gift from the boys and is from Pottery Barn!
Awesome! Looks so cute and great repurpose. 🙂
Thanks so much Larissa! It was a fun project!
Whoa what a cool idea! i never would have that to do that!!!
XO Ellen from Ask Away
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Thanks Ellen!
such a great idea! love the color and disco ball for the win! 🙂
As always, creativity at its best. Congrats again!
Those shutters sure did make a cute lantern…clever!
What a great idea! I love that green!!
I love that green – between the shutter lantern and the beads, it’s just perfect!
You get an A+ for creativity! I love it! I wish I was the recipient of that try you sent off!
So creative! Love it! I wish I was the recipient of that fabulous tray you sent off!
Bee, this is SO stinkin’ clever!! I love it!!!
I love your fireplace decor. The green lantern is perfect with the other pieces!
Never in a million years would I have thought to make a lantern from the shutters. What a great idea and it turned out amazing.
Wow, you are very creative! Most people would have slapped that up on the wall and turned it into a card holder.
Thanks Jessica! I’ll be honest… I almost went that route! lol
I mean, get outta here with that lantern! Brilliant! I kinda want you to try it with a candle and then send me pics at night. Wow. I’m so weird. Thanks for the great stuff you sent me. You were right- the finials are KILLER! xoxo
That could be ADORABLE this summer outside on the patio too! Love that idea. Fireplace decor doesn’t stand a chance in this house, but… elevated patio lanterns… TOTALLy work. Great idea! xx
Thanks Char! Yes- I was thinking outside too!