I LOVE Old Windows, don’t you?
I have been looking for one for awhile…paned, with glass intact. I saw all of the photo display ideas on Pinterest and decided I would do one if I ever found the right window. Well, this past rainy Friday…..I found my window on Treasure Hunt day. If you read that post, you know that I also found some other great treasures that day too (more on those projects to come...).
Here is the window in all of its peely, dusty, grimy glory (actually, I’ve already wiped it down once):
I like the old peeling paint and discoloration. I think it adds to the piece’s story. So, I tried to leave it as “authentic” as possible. I did have to re-caulk some of the panes though.
After I got it cleaned-up (as good as it gets), I screwed large picture hangers into the top corners.
Then, I printed 6 photos using the “old photo” setting in Photobucket and mounted them to the back of the window using clear photo corners.
I had planned on using this in my hallway, but I liked it so much that I hung it on the wall in the living area. LOVE IT!
The view from the couch:
My son (9 years old) wants to frost the window panes next Christmas…..I kinda like that idea too!
Happy Monday to you all!
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Hi what a clever idea! I gota find and old window. sunny
ReplyDeleteReally cute! It goes great with your decor! And yes, I do love old windows too, have a secret stash of them in the garage...
ReplyDeleteThis is a great idea. I love old windows, too.
ReplyDeleteRuth
I love it! I too have been on the hunt for a window like that.
ReplyDeleteSooo cute! Dont you love old window frames?? I made one kind of similar but like how you have your pictures perfectly centered: http://littlehouseinthebigd.blogspot.com/2012/01/window-frame-turned-picture-frame.html
ReplyDeleteIm sure it was a lot safer than getting cut by chicken wire lol
-Samm @ LittleHouseintheBigD.blogspot.com
I love the chicken wire too! And, I also have lots of cuts, scratches, etc.....the price we pay for DIYing!! ;^)
DeleteI do love old windows too! I love what you did with yours, they're so versatile I think. I'm your newest follower, keep up the good work!
ReplyDeleteThanks for following! I think I need more "old windows" too.
DeleteI've been searching for one as well...years! My bil owns a few old buildings and I had once told him if he ever replaced the windows to please save me one!! He came through!!! It's waiting for me at his house to pick up in March! I can't wait to turn it into one of these :) Thanks! Found you via TT&J
ReplyDeleteJulie
www.vibrant-designs.net
Such a great way to display photos! Thanks so much for linking up and sharing!
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I LOVE it! Looks fantastic!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking it up @ Creatively Living
--Katie
Julie,
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for coming by to link up! I also love old windows and the endless possibilities of creating with them! So fun!
Stacey of Embracing Change
Please come back next week!
this looks fantastic! definitely for the living room! a creative way to use "old" things too. thanks for this idea.
ReplyDeleteI am your newest follower..pls follow back if you can.
Thanks, Momto8!
DeleteWhat a great project. I have been on the hunt for an old window for a while. Thanks for sharing at oopsey daisy!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for linking up to Pinned it, Made it! I featured you o the blog this week :) Be sure to drop by and grab a button :)
ReplyDeleteJennifer
findingmywayintexas.blogspot.com
Thanks, Jennifer! That makes my day!
DeleteMy grandparents have a window from an old family home they've put pictures in. It's so cool. Love yours!
ReplyDeleteHi! I'm visiting from The Shabby Creek Cottage. I have an old window that I've wanted to use, and LOVE your idea of using the clear photo corners. Where did you get yours? I did an online search at Wal Mart, Staples, and Michael's, and couldn't find them. I did see them on Amazon, but don't want to pay the shipping if I can get them locally. Thanks!
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