Comments on: diy :: thrift store frames

By: Thea

Thea — Sat, 27 Feb 2010 06:10:11 +0000

Great tips. I have actually been looking for ornate frames to paint white to display some of my fabrics. Unfortunately, in Australia, it’s not as easy to find as many cool finds in thrift storesas it is in North America :( I will keep looking though!

By: Bonnie

Bonnie — Fri, 26 Feb 2010 16:47:20 +0000

Thanks for the tips Bonnie! The photos of the ones you’ve done are lovely. I’ve been thinking about experimenting with old frames and this is a good reminder. Just may be this weekend’s project.

By: Anna @ AirportLoveStory

Anna @ AirportLoveStory — Thu, 25 Feb 2010 09:42:13 +0000

We’re moving soon, to a new apartment, with white walls and ivory carpet, and I’m SO EXCITED because white background is a blank canvas that *needs* to be painted upon. Not literally, of course – the owners would have a cow, but I plan on using frames in this same way! I’m also going to be collecting thrift store art – the kitschier the better – and arranging them on the living room wall over the couch in a haphazard grid, around my boyfriend’s mother’s amazing Bob Dylan b/w painted portrait silhouette and my Dad’s uber 70′s still-life painting… sure to inspire! :) If anyone sees any affordable, funky pre- or un-framed wall art out there, let me know! :)

By: Sophie

Sophie — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 19:58:49 +0000

This is such a cute idea. I’ve seen these at antique stores, some were so pretty and I just passed them up… not knowing what I could do with ‘em!

By: sammi

sammi — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 18:50:33 +0000

such a great idea ! Hope your feeling better Bonnie!

By: Julie

Julie — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 01:39:30 +0000

So lovely. The set placed on the shelf above the green dishes is just gorgeous, as are the dishes ;)
Cheers!

By: Pins + Paper

Pins + Paper — Wed, 24 Feb 2010 00:34:50 +0000

Frames on my wall, all collaged together in blissful harmony, has been on my back burner for so long, but each time I see lovely inspirations like this… I think it inches closer to the front! :)

~ Kristen

By: Debra

Debra — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 19:05:13 +0000

Beautiful displays. I have a bunch of frames as well that have been on my to do list for a while. I love the idea of painting them all the same color. Adding it to my project list!

By: Catherine

Catherine — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 15:20:22 +0000

I love painting thrift store frames too! I have a pile over here waiting to get painted as I redo different rooms in the house. You can’t beat the price!