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2/19/09

Show and Tell~

Here is a small chest that I recently picked up for $4 bucks that I remade into a pirate chest for my grandson's upcoming Pirate Party that I host every year. Here is the before...... Here is the after....I've written two tutorials (with photos) on how to do the faux leather treatment on the outside of the trunk....and one on how I made over the inside of the pirate chest as well. If you've linked to my blog through "There is no place like Home" and wish to have more of a lookie-lou you can click "here" to enter~ You can view more Show and Tells here~

22 comments:

  1. Awesome job! Very creative.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Debbie

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  2. I do love your chest! The finish is just awesome!

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  3. You did a great job. Someday I am going to learn how to finish furniture.

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  4. You made a wonderful transformation of the box. It will be a great accessory for his pirate party.

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  5. You did a great job transforming that chest into a Pirate's Chest! It looks awesome and I am sure his party will be so much fun!
    ~Ann

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  6. ...into a pirates' chest no less!! This is one terrific job.

    My show n tell this week is the final showing of my troll doll collection, from the tiniest to the 'oldest' couple. Do stop by if you can....and, have a great weekend.

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  7. Very creative! You did a great job!

    JudyBug

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  8. Too cute!!! I bet your grandson will have a super party ;o).
    I have to laugh at your blog title...that's what my husband calls my craft projects ;o).

    Karen

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  9. Wow! Awesome stuff! I'm going to check out both tutorials and most likely use both of them. Thanks for sharing your techniques :O).

    There is always a place for you at The Shadow of the Cross. Feel free to visit anytime.

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  10. WOW! You made a perfect pirate's party centerpiece. Thanks for sharing. Happy Show and Tell Friday.

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  11. Wonderful makeover! I love the map inside!
    ~Kelli

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  12. That is cool!!!!! My son would love that in his room!

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  13. AArrrr- good job Matey!:) You are so creative and a great grandma!

    Your grandson is going to love this! You have created such a wonderful memory for him:)

    Linda C

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  14. What a great transformation!!! I'm sure your son is thrilled with his own little chest of treasure!

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  15. Very nice re-do!! I'm trying to get more into remaking things!! It's so much fun...just need more time!! You're quite talented!!
    Blessings,
    Becky

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  16. How cool! thank you for sharing the how to!

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  17. Are you sure you aren't trying trying to pass off a real Pirate chest as your own creation, 'cause we would ask for the treasure?

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  18. How wonderful that you created such an awesome thing for your Grandson...very clever.

    Warm Wishes,
    Susie

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  19. What fun! I bet your Grandson was thrilled with his pirate chest! What a clever idea...love it! :-)

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  20. Oh my that is so stunning

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  21. That is absolutely great! The outside and the inside are perfect. He is going to love it!

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