Old windows remake

It finally happened.  I used an old window for a project.  I've been in love with old windows for about a year or so.  I've been snatching them up on my weekend bargain hunts.  I have a good collection now, ranging in size and number of panes.  I don't think I have a favorite look yet.  They all appeal to me, (which only means trouble).

Old Window Number 1:

I found three BIG two-pane screened windows at a barn sale recently.  These windows are the biggest I've purchased to date.  The screen had been cut away (or rusted away) and only remnants remained.  I removed all the old screen pieces, sanded the window and painted it a creamy white. 

 

 

I reused the hardware, which is always fun to do, to hang the the wooden spring sign. 

 

I made the wooden SPRING sign by nailing three board together, painting it and then stencilling the word 'spring' on it in black.  I failed at centering it, so I added the three flowers at the end, which I really like.  To me, those little ones finish the look.

 

I reinforced the center cross piece to add strength and to add width so the planters would fit snugly.

 

 

 

I happened to have three matching white planters I found at a garage sale for less than $2 (for them all).  The plastic pots were just hanging around in my garage from last year, and wouldn't you know it, they fit perfectly in the planters.  Now, how often does THAT happen? In go the marigolds and it's a done deal.   It's a great addition to my gardens by my front door.   

 

 

 

Old Window Number 2:

 

Just a plain old single-pane window is transformed into a blackboard.

 

 

So easy!  Paint the window frame a nice color.  Then paint the glass window with chalkboard paint (several times).  I used a foam brush and it worked great. 

 

Then I stenciled this cute little design in each corner to liven it up some, just to give it a little charisma, but not overwhelm it.  So cute!  You could use it as a chalkboard or you could personalize it by stenciling your monogram in the center of it and hang it on your wall as a pretty greeting. 

I'm thrilled that it turned out so well!  I'm gonna make more, for sure. 

So don't ever throw out an old window.  Make it into something else.  I'm sure you can come up with something fantastic that adds that old world charm to your home.