7.28.2011

Inspired

Being a craft kinda gal, oftentimes I stumble upon things and automatically think "I could make that myself!"

Example A)



This $190 sign. Don't get me wrong, it's way cute but not $190 cute. That's a cute pair of jeans. And in my opinion a cute pair of jeans is worth $190, wall art is not.

So one day a few weeks ago my dad I trekked back to the fence at the back of their property, where his secret stash of old beat-up barnwood was hidden, and found some suitable pieces.

And then my awesome mamma, because I have project ADD, cut down the boards for me on their table saw and showed up at my house earlier this week in search of her daughter and woodglue.

We glued the pieces of barnwood to a scrap of beadboard that was lying around, and professionally set it up to dry. AKA Asked HJ to drag over the pile of shingles and stack it on top of the freshly glued boards to add weight.

The next day I got home from work and whipped out my stencils (purchased at Lowe's by the way) and went to town.

Ladies and gents (are there any gents) I unveil to you my newest piece of artwork, that I am utterly, completely in love with!
I haven't decided for sure yet... but I'm thinking I'm going to hang it above my bed!


UPDATE:: I got this piece hung up in my bedroom! Check it out here!
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21 comments:

  1. JenniferJuly 28, 2011 at 9:00 AM

    Very good and I agree it's not worth $190. I like your version a lot!

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  2. AliJuly 28, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    oh my gosh chelsea! I love it!! It looks awesome!

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  3. Lacey in the CityJuly 28, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    Fabulous, I love it!! Good for you getting crafty girl!

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  4. AnonymousJuly 28, 2011 at 9:22 AM

    LOVE!
    This makes me want to do something crafty!!!

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  5. UnknownJuly 28, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Love this! I may need to try this next, you inspired me. I see ones like this all the time on etsy, but I don't want to have to pay for it.

    I am almost finished with a wine cork wreath I have been making. Will cost about 1/4 of what I saw on etsy.

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  6. Sarah @ Scissors and a WhiskJuly 28, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    CUTE! Now what about those of us who don't have scrap wood or scrap headboard? ;)

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  7. Michelle (michabella)July 28, 2011 at 10:39 AM

    SWOON!!!!

    WOW. Chels, I LOVE IT!!!! Oh man... There are so many DIY's on Pinterest that I would LOVE to do.

    #youareawesome #asifyoudidntalreadyknow

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  8. Aly @ Analyze ThisJuly 28, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    You are so crafty!!! :) I love it, P!

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  9. ♥ Marcy ♥July 28, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    You freaking kill me! I LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE THIS XINFINITY.

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  10. MateyaJuly 28, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    I've already said this but I will say it again, I freaking love this. I want one.

    We have 2 old barns on our farm that are falling apart. I will be stealing some wood for sure.

    P.S. I think it would go perfect behind your bed!

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  11. JessicaJuly 28, 2011 at 11:13 AM

    You make it look so easy!

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  12. Brandi July 28, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    Great job!!! That's what I call putting your mind to something and getting it done! Very nice :)

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  13. FrancesJuly 28, 2011 at 11:39 AM

    that came out great! i wish i was crafty like that! I think it would look perfect over your bead, it contrasts with your wall colors amazingly!

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  14. Melissa JoJuly 28, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    I love it! It turned out great, you've inspired me to find a great craft for the weekend. Hmmm, the possibilities.

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  15. AmandaJuly 28, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    I'm obsessed and impressed! Now I need to start some of these projects that I keep thinking I can do them myself!

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  16. taraJuly 28, 2011 at 1:13 PM

    You are so artsy fartsy and I am not! Waaaahh! :(

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  17. AshleyJuly 28, 2011 at 3:28 PM

    Yessss! I love the finished product. Well worth the money you saved from not buying the $190 version. Now go get those cute jeans! ;)

    Hope you're enjoying your Thursday!

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  18. BrittanyJuly 28, 2011 at 3:55 PM

    Def. not worth $190!

    I'm jealous that you are so crafty! I love it and personally, I think yours looks better :)

    Take a pic when it's hung up!

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  19. Caitlin C.July 29, 2011 at 3:11 AM

    This is beautiful.. I love it, even more than the original! Good job :)

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  20. MarianJuly 29, 2011 at 12:48 PM

    Seriously, you are the next Martha Stewart!! Please show me your ways:)

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  21. AnnAugust 1, 2011 at 9:01 AM

    Now that is money saved...

    And yours looks so good ♥

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