I have this vintage candy box from the 1950's that I just love...
Although it has a rectangular shape, it is really very similar in style to my other vintage Valentine's Day candy boxes. It is so very romantic and pretty with all it's satin pleating, lace, bows, and millinery flowers.
Anyway, I only mention this box because I've always wanted to try making one just like it. So, when I saw this pink jewelry box at Target last week - I thought it would make the perfect base for my project.
I know, it's not very exciting "as is", but it is a nice size, is made of a leather-like material, and even has a mirror inside. Plus, it's functional! Not too bad for $9.99. :-)
I decided to start my embellishing project by trimming out the jewelry box with this fabulous vintage box-pleated trim that I have been saving for the longest time. It is made of a tulle-like material, but is very reminiscent of the satin trim found on the original vintage boxes...
All I did was carefully adhere my trim all along the sides and top of the box.
Then, I added some vintage braided trim to give it a bit more detail (just like the original).
Finally, I took some artistic license and decided to adorn the top with some minty green ribbon and these pretty millinery flowers...
The result: a shabby chic, frou-frou, vintage-inspired jewelry box...
A perfect gift for Valentine's Day - especially with a little something tucked inside.
I also want to thank everyone for all the sweet comments about my daughter's jewelry-laden dress form! She was absolutely thrilled at the response! And for those of you who inquired as to where she got hers, it was actually from Pottery Barn Teen. I don't think they carry that particular style anymore, but they do have others which you can find here.
Happy Tuesday!
:-)
Jessica
Very nice. I too have wanted to try such a project for the longest time.
Posted by: Cherie | February 02, 2010 at 12:13 PM
Sp pretty and I lOVE your vintage Valentine boxes....
Your daughter has great taste...I love forever 21 myself...the vintage inspired jewelry is always a treat and the prices are the best!
Posted by: Sheri and Sophee~a | February 02, 2010 at 12:32 PM
How do you do it???? You amaze and inspire me each time I visit..I soooooo adore you! xoxo
Posted by: Koralee | February 02, 2010 at 12:51 PM
this is so beautiful! i know you put it to good use. : )
Posted by: christina | February 02, 2010 at 05:02 PM
Love it. Can you tell us what type of glue you used? Would be interested in knowing if you used hot glue - or some type of fabric glue.
Posted by: Myke Holt | February 02, 2010 at 05:56 PM
I LOVE IT. WHAT A GREAT JOB AND IDEA. THANKS FOR SHARING.
MARY
PINK ROSES AND RIBBONS COTTAGE
Posted by: MARY COSGROVE | February 02, 2010 at 08:00 PM
What a wonderful transformation. The creativity you have just amazes me.
Posted by: Kim | February 02, 2010 at 08:27 PM
extraordinary! your colors and materials are always fabulous.
xo
elyse
Posted by: elyse | February 03, 2010 at 09:13 AM
You never cease to amaze me with your beautiful creations. Absolutely GORGEOUS!
Posted by: HeidiAnn | February 03, 2010 at 12:15 PM
That is Beautiful! You are a very talented girl! I mean really I'm kinda speechless! ~ Theresa
Posted by: Theresa Hein | February 03, 2010 at 07:06 PM
oh! I LOVE this box. The color combination is so unexpected and GORGEOUS! Just simply beautiful. So glad I stopped in.
Cori
Posted by: Cori | February 05, 2010 at 11:08 PM
Am I dead? Have I died and gone to heaven? My word I loved your post on Guilding the Lily! I had no idea that store even exsisted! I going tomorrow!
Thanks a bunch!
Great blog!
Posted by: April | February 05, 2010 at 11:09 PM
this is really stunning!! gorgeous sunday wishes
Posted by: chenoa | February 07, 2010 at 10:51 AM
Such a pretty, pretty box. I love pleated ribbon too. Come see the box I made with pleated ribbon.
karen
Posted by: karen | February 07, 2010 at 08:30 PM
Oh!!! I love the vintage box AND the beautiful one that you made too!
Posted by: Barbara @ Southern Lady's Vintage | February 11, 2010 at 04:25 PM
Ya really very pretty things.. Simply superb...
Posted by: Pretty jewelry | March 27, 2010 at 05:03 AM
This is really gorgeous. I will try to make something like that this weekend. Thanks for sharing!
-pia-
Posted by: gifts Philippines | April 13, 2010 at 05:52 AM
definitely amazing!!!! you are amazing also :)
kisses
Posted by: tiffany jewelry | May 10, 2010 at 10:46 AM