Friday, March 4, 2011

It’s About “Time”

Finally finished!

As you know… I have become a ReStore junkie!

I found two drawers there on one of my excursions.

I love DRAWERS!

Of course, they were a little banged up…

well… let’s just say… “distressed”.

One of them got a bath and underwent some paper removal.

Then, it got a new paint job and a dose of creativity.

So… without further ado,

here it is…

from Drab…

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to Fab…

 

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First, I flipped the drawer around

and decoupaged a clock face on the back side.

Glued some numbers in place… (very tedious when you don’t have a template).

Placing the numbers was the hardest part and the most time consuming.

I added some extra pieces of wood for dimension.

Oh… and changed the handle.

Finally, I finished her off with wood appliques and a ruffled skirt.

 

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I still have to work on the back… so that it can hang on the wall.

BUT 

I love the way she turned out!

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I am actually considering trying to sell my creations like this…

what do you think???

Would love to hear your opinion!

Posted by Kendra@Creative Ambitions at 7:50 AM

30 comments:

  1. solamar7March 4, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Oh My... You should most definitely sell your creations!! It is gorgeous..

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  2. WendyMarch 4, 2011 at 8:09 AM

    Now how did you know I was a clock hound!?!?!?! I Love it!!! Very Good Job! :)

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  3. bee'nmeMarch 4, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    Great transformation!! You're a good problem solver Kendra...you just have a gift for seeing things as they can be and then figuring out how to get them there! I think people would be proud to own your creations, so if your heart is leading that way, I have no doubt you will succeed!

    Have a fun, creative weekend!

    Hugs & Blessigns,
    Becky

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  4. Barbara JeanMarch 4, 2011 at 9:34 AM

    Oh I am so loving this!!

    Thanks for showing us

    blessings
    barbara jean

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  5. MandyMarch 4, 2011 at 10:06 AM

    Gorgeous! You are uber talented and super original, friend!

    You have everything it takes to sell these great creations!

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  6. Pages4theagesMarch 4, 2011 at 10:19 AM

    BEAUTIFUL!!! You have such talent! I think these would definitely sell. It would be tricky to sell online simply due to shipping costs. You might consider Craigslist or setting up a booth at a local craft show

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  7. Liza Mae's ReCreationsMarch 4, 2011 at 10:32 AM

    Whoa! I LOVE the way your mind works girl! That is too cool. I will definately be doing that for my bedroom. Awesome job! I have this deep desire to ruffle something now.

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  8. Modernsnap !March 4, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Etsy would be a good way to start testing the waters for selling your new re-purposed treasures. It's cheaper than ebay at least! Really adorable Kendra!

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  9. KoleinMarch 4, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    And the way her skirt is swaying makes it look like she posed for the picture!!! OH MY! So sweet!

    And you MUST have a shop of some kind, you know, if you've got the time!!! (pun, so, intended)

    LOVIN' THESE!
    xo
    ~Kolein

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  10. imsteelefullofscrapMarch 4, 2011 at 11:34 AM

    Wow I love it!!!

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  11. bjMarch 4, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    I'm tellin' you, girl...this just blew me right out of my computer chair. IT IS SO DANG AWESOME, I could just spit. I LOVE IT !
    And I am sitting here with several drawers, wondering what to do with them...I could NEVER do this..I just know it but...you have given me the inspiration to TRY.
    PLEASE do open an Esty shop and sell your creations. They are so ONE OF A KIND..no one else offers this style. You have such amazing ideas..
    I already have a post in draft of you and your creativity...now, I have to go back and add THIS BEAUTY to it. :)))
    Will let you know when I feature you and your work ...and thanks for allowing me to do this.
    hugs, bj

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  12. Penny of This-N-ThatMarch 4, 2011 at 6:49 PM

    Kendra, this is a great project and very creative. You do such a wonderful job and have really great ideas. Loved what you did.

    Penny

    Oh and you had ask about the glue I used on my cake-stand project... I thought it worked well, I have also used the E6000 on some projects and the always great gorilla glue.
    Hope that helps.

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  13. Ali @ Honey and Maple SyrupMarch 4, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    What a pretty clock!

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  14. Jess @ Frugal with a FlourishMarch 4, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    I LOVE it!! That is so brilliant! I had to share on my FB page! You are so creative!!

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  15. Sandi @ The Primitive SkateMarch 5, 2011 at 12:00 AM

    WoW! Amazing, I Love it! Yes, you should definatrly sell your creations...

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  16. Simply BungalowMarch 5, 2011 at 12:15 AM

    Love it! Clocks are a favorite of mine and the drawer is a great idea.
    ~Heidi

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  17. driftwoodesignMarch 5, 2011 at 11:37 AM

    Do it!!! the selling part, Great job Kendra.
    Kristy @ 4 the love of WOOD

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  18. Coleen's CornerMarch 5, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    A+++! You are really on a roll these days with some GREAT things! Makes me want to pull all my drawers out and make clocks!

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  19. Cantinho da ZazáMarch 6, 2011 at 1:42 PM

    I knew you were doing something amazing! From drab to FABULOUS! And YES! YES! YES! Sell! SEll! Sell! Kisses, Zazá

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  20. AnonymousMarch 6, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    I'm working on a bench project using 2 drawers and a door at Mel's Cabin...come see my progress so far...keep checking back until I'm all finished.

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  21. Legacy of LoveMarch 6, 2011 at 8:44 PM

    Wonderful idea. I may have to try that sometime
    Looks great!

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  22. UnknownMarch 6, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    Kendra:

    Love what you did with the drawer! Fabulous!

    Count me in as your newest follower...can't wait to see more.

    Cori
    Stsrview Sonnet

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  23. Kelly MacMarch 8, 2011 at 5:52 AM

    Oh my goodness, I think I know those drawers!!! They look just like the ones that were in the house we have, right down to the dirty heart contact paper. We took out the cabinets and had new ones built. That's amazing. They look much better now. I'm glad you found them. They travelled a little way to get to you. I wonder how. If drawers could talk...

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  24. HeatherMarch 8, 2011 at 9:19 AM

    I'm visiting {and intend on following} from BJ's post today. I suppose that, after reading BJ's wonderful write up, I assumed that you had an ETSY shop :)

    Oh, yes - I am absolutely SURE that you could sell these creations. I am very impressed with your creative ambition, girl!!!

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  25. Elizabeth and Gary March 8, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    Hi Kendra,
    I came over via BJ. I love your blog...its a pleasure to meet you..
    I have enjoyed reading many of your posts and have become a follower.
    You have created so many fun and one of a kind pieces for your home..I love them all.
    Have a sweet day and hugs, Elizabeth

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  26. Susan FreemanMarch 8, 2011 at 6:29 PM

    Hi Kendra! I followed you over from BJ's. Your creations are just so innovative and charming. You really must market them! I am your newest follower. Stop by and see me sometime.

    Love,
    Susan and Bentley
    xxoo

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  27. Tammy@Beatrice BanksMarch 9, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    That is so cute! I just found your lovely blog via BJ's. I'm your newest follower and would be delighted to have you follow me back.
    Enjoying browsing around. You are so talented!
    Tammy

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  28. The Polka Dot ClosetMarch 11, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    This is so great, i keep forgetting to go to my restore! Yep you do love ruffles!

    Carol

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  29. JoyceApril 10, 2013 at 5:51 PM

    I just saw this on pinterest and see that you did this a few years ago...however, I would like to know if you recall where you got the numbers, the clock parts AND the really cute fabric that is the face of the clock? Thanks!

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    1. Kendra@Creative AmbitionsApril 10, 2013 at 8:54 PM

      Joyce... the numbers I found at a thrift store... everything else came from Hobby Lobby... and I used scrapbook paper for the face... hope that helps... I'm sure you can find wood numbers at Hobby Lobby or some craft store.

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