I am a huge fan of pretty storage containers. If you walked around my home or studio, you would find that almost everything is stored in some kind of attractive storage bin, jar, can, box, or tub. So, when I was shopping at Target this past week and found these great galvanized buckets in the Dollar Spot, I just knew that they would be perfect for storing a myriad of supplies...they just needed to be gussied up a bit.
I decided that I would decoupage them with some vintage wallpapers.
This is an easy project and if you want to make some, too - here's what you'll need:
-galvanized bucket (you can also find these in the paint or gardening section at the hardware store)
-pretty papers (wrapping, scrapbook, vintage wallpaper, etc...)
-Mod Podge (or other decoupage medium)
-foam paint brush
-scissors
-trims, ribbons of your choice
If you have never decoupaged before, I really encourage you to try it. It's very simple and a lot of fun. And the results can be fantastic. There are many good books out there on the subject, but basically all you need to do is cut out the paper to the size you want, brush some decoupage medium on the bucket, place your paper in place, and then go over the top of the paper again with the decoupage medium. Try to smooth out any wrinkles as you go. Then, just Let it dry. For a more durable finish, add additional coats - letting each coat dry in between. You can leave them as is, or embellish them with some pretty trim. I used some seam binding bows and this gorgeous ruffled crepe paper from Birds of a Feather.
Here are my finished buckets:
I love these paper flowers (a previous Target find!) and use them on everything.
Happy Tuesday!
:-)
Jessica
I've been lurking on your blog for a weeks now. I absolutely LOVE your Target Tuesday posts. Have you ever thought of showing off your studio on your blog? I would love to see where all the magic takes place!!!
Posted by: Kim Kenward | April 21, 2009 at 07:12 PM
These are so cute - could be adapted for use for all kinds of holidays or events. Thanks for sharing - love 'em!! :-)
LindaSonia
Posted by: LindaSonia | April 21, 2009 at 07:28 PM
Just adorable!!! I always look forward to your Target Tuesday posts, such fun and so inspiring!
(~.~)Bekah
Posted by: Bekah | April 21, 2009 at 07:54 PM
Absolutely LOVE it! I keep walking by those Target buckets thinking I should buy them and do something with them, but I just wasn't sure what to do. You far surpassed anything I could have every thought of. Thanks for the creativity tip!
Posted by: Michelle Grace | April 21, 2009 at 08:38 PM
What a very pretty and fresh idea.....love them.
Sue
Posted by: sue | April 21, 2009 at 08:44 PM
Cute, cute, cute! I saw those buckets the other day! Great dress up.
Posted by: Jocelyn | April 21, 2009 at 09:39 PM
Those are the cutest! Great choice in paper and crepe.
You amaze me!
HUgs, Diane
Posted by: Diane | April 21, 2009 at 11:11 PM
Fabulous storage buckets, Jessica! Your colours are always so delicious!!!
Posted by: Zita - Mlle Magpie | April 22, 2009 at 07:07 AM
this is right up my alley!
Posted by: elyse | April 22, 2009 at 02:43 PM
Those are just so darn cute...You always come up with the best ideas...Love all the bright colors...Hope all is well...
Stephenie
Posted by: stephenie | April 24, 2009 at 09:45 PM