It has been quite a while since I shared one of our transformation
projects—months, as a matter of fact!
So...
since I'm a bit overdue, I'll show you one of the last things we transformed...
before the garden and our "destash" efforts
consumed our lives. ; )
Have you ever wondered why we use vintage windows in our projects
so often? Well, it could have something to do with the fact that we
have a barn full of them.
That's the same reason we use vintage beadboard so frequently—
well, that and the fact that we love making things from
salvaged materials.
And old window frames, coupled with vintage beadboard, make such wonderful
mirrors, we never grow weary of creating them.
The pair of vintage windows that you see above were two of a group of six
that we discovered in a barn
near our farm.
When the old farmer who had been storing the windows
decided it was time to get rid of them, he knew right
where to unload them.
Since two of them had broken panes of glass and missing muntins, they became
prime candidates for a makeover.
By eliminating what glass remained in the windows, we opened up space at the
top for beadboard embellishment.
Cutting the windows down and removing the broken muntins
created the perfect openings for mirrors
to be installed.
The Yankee and I both love cottage style, so the theme for this
particular transformation project was a given.
Several thick coats of cottage-white paint were rolled onto
the frames—to keep all the old chippy paint
where it belonged.
We really like how our mirror duo turned out. And I think
even our farmer friend would approve.
I guess being known by the neighbors as "the folks who
like junk" has its advantages. ; )
FOOTNOTE: The mirrors were displayed on the barn just long enough to take pictures. No birds or other wildlife were injured during this project. Although...I think I DID chip a nail or two in the process.
Joining Kathleen's White Wednesday, Mary's Share the Love Wednesday,
Leigh's Thrifty Thursday, Becky's 100 Ideas Under $100.00,
Stephanie's Strut Your Stuff, Debra's Vintage Inspiration Friday,
Cindy's Show & Tell Friday, Courtney's Feathered Nest Friday,
Wendy's Frugal Friday, Donna's Saturday Nite Special,
Sommer's VIP Party, SJ's Creative Bloggers' Party,
Susan's Metamorphosis Monday.
Those are just gorgeous!! There is nothing better than old beadboard and old windows! What a great combination!
ReplyDeletethey look wonderful, i wish i could have mirrors outside, but not in our climate :(
ReplyDeleteThanks for telling me to paint the window so the old chippy paint will stay on - I have a very old window with chippy paint and that has worried me, but I'll be getting out the paint tomorrow morning!
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful make over! I have a few old windows that I could do this project on, now I just need old bead board. Will be on the hunt, thanks for sharing, Laura
ReplyDeleteWOW. Those are outstanding and inspiring.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE those! They're such a cool take on a trumeau style mirror.
ReplyDeleteThis is certainly trash to treasure!
ReplyDeleteLOVE these!
Yvonne
I love this project. There are so many cool things you can do with old windows.
ReplyDeleteLucky you, to have Queen Anne's Lace bloom so long where you are. It doesn't start her until mid summer and is almost done although it was a little later this year do to the colder weather we've been having.
I'm also adding your Link party to my sidebar and will try to participate when I can:-)
Enjoy your holiday weekend:-)
xoxo
Kathleen
Those are just fabulous!!! So gorgeous and so perfect!!!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely Fabulous! I love old wood, this is a great makeover!!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea to use beadboard as a backer. Love the way they turned out!
ReplyDeleteGreat inspiration for my old windows. I am your neighbor to the south - SC. I am also a new follower.
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ReplyDeleteLovley job :)
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Great, just wonderful. I have several of these sitting around waiting to do something with. I love how you combined the beadboard with the mirror it makes them far more interesting.
ReplyDeleteThese are so beautiful! Great job!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful. The mirrors are lovely ( all of your projects are). But the reflections in the mirrors are breath taking,. Big hugs!
ReplyDeleteSuper cute and so simple!
ReplyDeleteLiz this turned out wonderfully! Mirrors are always a great addition to a room. I would love to have you share your talents at my VIP today =) http://designergarden.blogspot.com/2011/09/vip-party-26.html
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful holiday weekend!! XO
Amazing vintage mirrors, I lake it!
ReplyDeletePleasant Sunday, kisses:)
SO jealous of your barn full of treasures!!! love it!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous creations! LOVE the beadboard...makes a great touch!
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Roselle
I love this use of old windows. They looks great as mirrors. I think they'd look wonderful above the nightstands on either side of my bed!
ReplyDeleteSo charming~ love how these came out! They are perfect! Thank you for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :)
ReplyDeleteLove these! I am seriously envious of your barn full of beadboard and windows!
ReplyDeleteHI! I came by just for see however I loved all you do, are gorgeous. I lived on USA already, when we came back I opened a store where I sell the stuff like yours handcrafts. Take a look in my blog.
ReplyDeleteI´ll follow you. Sirlene.
Absolutely love these! So jealous that you so many treasures in your barn :)
ReplyDeleteThose look great!! and there are worse things to be known as other than "the people who love junk" LOL!!
ReplyDeleteWow, they are just beautiful! I'd say being known as the neighbors who like junk has great advantages! I'd keep up that reputation!
ReplyDeleteThese are so beautiful! I recently acquired some old windows that are begging for this treatment. Thanks for the inspiration! :)
ReplyDeleteThese are gorgeous! Love the photo with the reflection of the trees. So pretty. thanks for linking up to Share the Love Wednesday!
ReplyDeleteMary
Gorgeous duo! I really like the way you used the bead board; just the right amount of chippy paint. Love the reflection too:-)
ReplyDeleteI am always so impressed at how you and your yankee sweetie can take junk and make beauty.
ReplyDeleteLove these mirrors..now I am on the lookout for a couple of olden windows...:)
Hi Liz, these are wonderful, love the color and chippy goodness! thanks for linking up to VIF, xo Debra
ReplyDeleteI love your creativity, and it's so easy to see the detail with your wonderful photography skills.
ReplyDeleteStopping over from your feature at Roadkill Rescue to pin these beauties.
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Just finding your beautiful blog!! I am pinning these beautiful mirror frames!! Patty@creativeideasandtips.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteI love this idea. We just purchased a historical cottage in Pinehurst, NC. We're almost ready to start the renovation of it and we will be replacing the windows. I would love to salvage the windows and reuse them inside of the house. Inspiring! I'm your newest follower. Please come follow me at Pinehurst Cottage I'd love to have your input. I hope to see you. ~Amy
ReplyDeleteThis is a neat idea, but i felt compelled to point out how dangerous this is for birds. if you try and see it from their point of view, it looks like the forest continues and is a perfect path to fly through.
ReplyDeleteI agree, Susan... I've had a crow try to fly right through the window where we were eating... the windows reflected the Santa Rosa Sound... he almost broke his neck. Many die.
DeleteI agree. Susan... I've seen that happen. Some die.
DeleteWe loved this idea of recycling old windows. They make a great feature in the garden and add a different dimension to the views and plants.
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