Framed Banner
Posted by melissa on Jul 3, 2012 in banner, burlap, yard sale | 36 comments
I am a sucker for an old frame!
I mean the really old kind: real wood, plaster, chippy. . .
I remember when I was in college, I saw a pile of trash out by the side of the road, and I dug through and rescued 2 really old frames.
That was before “junking” was even cool.
(It is cool, isn’t it?)
Somehow they have been lost through the years.
I wish I still had them. . . I have a couple of projects I would do with them!
Today’s project is very simple.
I have a hard time keeping things simple.
I tend to keep on adding and embellishing.
But, I made myself keep this simple, and I like the way it turned out.
I found this great old frame at a yard sale.
I removed the staples out of the back.
I left the screws where they hung the wire, so that I could hang my banner from there.
I made a pattern for my banner.
I cut out 5 pieces.
I stitched around the edges to keep them from coming unraveled.
Then, using a Sharpie marker, I wrote each letter on each piece.
Then, I folded down about 1/4″ and ironed that down.
I placed that little fold over the yarn and sewed each letter down individually.
Since I do not know exactly where I am going to hang it (or if I am going to try to sell this in my booth,) I just hung it from a flowering tree in my backyard to get the pictures!
I think it would be great hanging over a bed. . . or desk. . . or in a nursery. . .
So many good options!
Love the great detail on this frame!
I like the simplicity.
Maybe I will be able to keep it this way. . . not add anything else to it!
Life to the full to you today!
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What a great idea – I have a thing for frames too – have them layered everywhere!
Great frame!! And the banner is perfect with it. Looks good!
Oh how nice. I have a big frame that I have been wantng to do something with. I saw so many ideas but I am thinking of borrowing your idea now. I really like banners and this would be perfect.
Gorgeous frame!! Love the unique addition of the banner!
Simple is sometimes the best!
Such a cute idea! Great job!
xo-Kimberly
I love how this turned out. I also really like how you photographed it.
So creative and pretty! I hope you will link these up to The CSI project starting tonight. The challenge is Summer outdoor decorating and parties. Come on over! You just might win!
http://www.thecsiproject.com
It would be great at a wedding!!
Very cute idea! Love using frames – especially ones with those pretty scrolly details like yours on the corners.
Love it! I have been looking for something to go over my daughter’s bed – now i have found it! Thanks!
Absolutely adorable! Don’t you love great finds at Garage sales?
So cute I want one for my dsughters room now. I would so love for you to share this on my feature Friday linky party.
Danielle @ Blissful and Domestic
http://www.blissfulanddomestic.com
this is so simple and sweet. love the old frame, too. please consider linking up at (Hearts)&(Homes) link party at mercyinkblog.com — our readers will LOVE this!
blessings,
lauren
A simple idea but very clever. I have empty frames just sitting there – but not for much longer.
This is so cute and I really like it in the empty frame. I would love if you would share this and any other posts at Showcase Your Talent Thursday http://whatscookinglove.blogspot.com/2012/07/showcase-your-talent-thursday-14.html. I hope to see you there!
This is so cute. Great work!
I love this! It is so simmple, but yet so cute. I cannot wait to make something like this for our kitchen or entryway. Thanks for sharing!
Hi Melissa: My first time to your blog, and I think this is a fantastic idea! I like that it’s inexpensive and easy. I have seen banners used in other’s homes, and I like the idea but really like that it can be changed out easily with something else, as the mood strikes. Take care, and have a great weekend!
super cute! I am a sucker for empty old frames too-love the pennant and “dream” words-great job!
Love the banner and that frame is so nicely detailed – a perfect combination1
Thanks for sharing this week at Craft Junkie Too — I have it featured over at my facebook fan page so please check it out when you get a second.
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Tracy
love this idea–I think I’ll use one of the old frames in my garage & do this with my granddaughter. We will add weather-proofing so that we can hang it in her ‘Fairy Garden’
SO fun!! I love this for just about any room in the house!
I’ve pinned and shared on FB!
I came to your post from Funky Junk Interiors. I love the simplicity. I have a couple frames picked up on the side of the road that are waiting to be given new life. I think I have an idea of what I want to do with them now. Thanks!
I just wrote a quick post highlighting your project.
” I love how simple DaisyMaeBelle made her fabulous frame. It’s like a breath of fresh air.”
I have also added you to my bloglist. If you wish to not be added, please let me know.
OMGoodness. I love your site, I found you through Saved by Love Creations. I promised not to subscribe to another blog, but I couldn’t resist yours. I love the name of your blog, your girls names, and the content. Hello from another southern lady.
Oh I love this, and how cute it would look over a bed! Thanks for sharing with the newbie party.
I just found your site through Debbiedoo’s Newbie Spotlight of the Week. I love the simplicity of this lovely project. The combination of the elegant frame with the rough burlap is awesome! I’ll be back often. I am a new follower.
That is SUPER darling. So glad Debbie picked you for the Newbie Spotlight =) Happy to be a new follower!!
Shannon
How cute is this idea! It can be used in so many ways. Thanks so much for sharing on Simple & Sweet Fridays!
Jody
SUPER CUTE! I love it! XO, Aimee
Featuring you on Saturday! XO, Aimee
Featuring YOU today.
Thanks for sharing at {wow me} wednesday!
Ginger @ gingersnapcrafts.com
http://www.gingersnapcrafts.com/2012/07/take-look-at-you-my-favorites_12.html
I’m totally in love with this. Thanks so much for linking up to Fabulous Friday at Faith, Trust, & Pixie Dust.
Warmly, Michelle
Holy cow – you’re on a roll! LOVE this too!