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Tuesday, May 3, 2016

Getting ready for SUMMER


 I love this old shelf...
I've used it inside the house for several years....
and then,
it got left outside when we made the big move and
it became really sad looking....


 A friend told me about Valspar Anti-Rust Primer and Paint
and after looking at all the colors,
I decided I wanted pure WHITE...
Summertime White....




I was mortified that I allowed it to get to this ugly stage...

now, I know there's lots of you out there that LUV rust...

but, I'm not one of them....

Oh, yes...this is more like it...
THIS is what I had in mind....


...just exactly the look I wanted outside the Summer House..

Next post will show what I have been working on to place BENEATH this beauty...

Love, bj

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43 comments:

  1. Simply LKJMay 3, 2016 at 2:43 PM

    What a pretty planter!

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  2. LindaMay 3, 2016 at 4:15 PM

    It looks beautiful! Redemption complete!

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  3. Yogi♪♪♪May 3, 2016 at 4:38 PM

    Good for you!! Great result

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  4. DanielaMay 3, 2016 at 4:42 PM

    Great work, darling bj, your shelf is truly wonderful !

    Hope your week is off to a great start I wish you most wonderful days to come, sweet friend,
    sending hugs and more hugs to you, with so much thankfulness

    Dany

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  5. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryMay 3, 2016 at 4:53 PM

    Isn't it wonderful what a little paint can do to rusty treasures. It looks so good BJ and the fern looks wonderful in it.
    Mary

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  6. Debra She Who SeeksMay 3, 2016 at 4:54 PM

    Good as new and back in service again!

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  7. 20 North OraMay 3, 2016 at 5:05 PM

    BJ - looks great! Nothing better than crisp white!

    Judy

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  8. SusieMay 3, 2016 at 5:15 PM

    BJ, Oh yes, that is so much better. I love it with the fern , perfect. Blessings to you, xoxo, Susie

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  9. LVMay 3, 2016 at 5:17 PM

    Well done my friend. It is amazing what a little love & tender work can do to things.

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  10. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasMay 3, 2016 at 5:37 PM

    BJ,
    I too do not care for rust and think there is nothing like a fresh coat of paint!! It looks great where you have it and I love the greenery!! Thanks so much for stopping by!! I too grew up going to circus's and will miss the elephants. That is why I wanted to see them one last time....
    I posted Part 2 of our trip to the circus if you are interested...

    Hugs,
    Deb

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  11. JackieMay 3, 2016 at 5:43 PM

    Very, very, nice. I have to get the air conditioner off the deck and then I can start setting things up for the summer.

    God bless.

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  12. SarahMay 3, 2016 at 6:03 PM

    Beautiful piece, BJ. ;-)

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  13. ellen b.May 3, 2016 at 6:48 PM

    Very nice. I'll make a note of that brand!

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  14. VeeMay 3, 2016 at 7:15 PM

    That looks very nice. I have a few things that could use another paint job and so I have taken note of this paint. It sure looks pretty with that fern!

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  15. GayleMay 3, 2016 at 7:33 PM

    The green of the fern sets off the white of the shelf. The while of the shelf sets off the green of the fern. 🎶 Who Could Ask For Anything More? 🎶

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    1. GayleMay 3, 2016 at 7:34 PM

      'white'; not 'while' - silly auto correct :/

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  16. Katie MansfieldMay 3, 2016 at 7:56 PM

    What a perfect refresh. I can't wait to see more.

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  17. AdamMay 4, 2016 at 12:21 AM

    I think I would have went with white too.

    Also valspar makes a chalky paint in a spray can now. Only white and black from what I've seen

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  18. BeachGypsyMay 4, 2016 at 12:42 AM

    It looks 100% better!! Great job!

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  19. shortybearMay 4, 2016 at 5:04 AM

    looks great

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  20. Estelle'sMay 4, 2016 at 6:20 AM

    I am going to buy that product this weekend! Thank you BJ! I am in need of just this kind of paint for an outdoor wrought iron planter! Yours is SO pretty! Thank you for the info precious!

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  21. Kathleen GraceMay 4, 2016 at 6:24 AM

    It looks fantastic with that fern!

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  22. UnknownMay 4, 2016 at 7:17 AM

    Absolutely beautiful. You did a great job. Your granddaughters are amazing looking. We have six beauties but will never get them all together again. LOL too busy, they say. Got a prom coming up soon, will get photos of one at least.

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  23. Rustown MomMay 4, 2016 at 7:48 AM

    Oh, that's really pretty. I have been on the lookout for a baker's rack for years to do the same thing. One day, I'm going to find it...

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  24. GranthamLynnMay 4, 2016 at 7:52 AM

    Lovely. Can't to see it's partner. I'm tellin' you were sista's. I brought home a stand from mothers on Sunday for some plants. It's needed a new dress too. I was thinkin' rust to match the other stands I have. Thanks for sharing. Have a good hump day.

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  25. AnonymousMay 4, 2016 at 8:02 AM

    You did good, BJ! The planter looks gorgeous and I love the look the lacy fern gives it. You're the best.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  26. JeanieMay 4, 2016 at 8:05 AM

    I kind of liked the rusty look -- until I saw your beautiful paint job and then I realized how desperately needed it was. You really made it look terrific and I love the plant/fern inside. Very nice, BJ. (If you want to see an antique bunco card, check out my post today! I thought of you when I took the photo!)

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  27. Linda @ A La CarteMay 4, 2016 at 9:12 AM

    The white is so pretty bj! I love how it looks!!

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  28. Madeline's AlbumMay 4, 2016 at 9:16 AM

    You did a good job painting your planter it looks terrific. The green fern just sets it off. Have a blessed day. Madeline

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  29. Pam RichardsonMay 4, 2016 at 11:59 AM

    A fresh coat of spray paint brings your planter back to life and the fern set it off perfectly! Pam @ Everyday Living

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  30. The French HutchMay 4, 2016 at 1:46 PM

    I'm guilty, I do love the rusty chippy look but I also love the new fresh look. Love how this product turned all that rust into such a pretty piece. So pretty with the fern……….

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  31. Pura VidaMay 4, 2016 at 2:50 PM

    Perfect home for that gorgeous fern

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  32. Debbie@Mountain BreathsMay 4, 2016 at 3:16 PM

    Beautiful piece for that lush fern! xo

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  33. kitty@ Kitty's Kozy KitchenMay 4, 2016 at 3:55 PM

    How pretty your planter looks all spiffed up, bj! Also, your thrifted pieces are wonderful treasure...love that made in England tray! Could I please have a piece of fudge from that cute white dish???
    Happy belated birthday to your darling daughter! xxoo

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  34. PATI CLARKMay 4, 2016 at 3:59 PM

    Very nice planter for your fern !!! I agree on the White too I can't wait to see what you have in store for us to see displayed underneath !!!!

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  35. JunkchiccottageMay 4, 2016 at 4:07 PM

    Beautiful bj. Love the white!
    Hugs,
    Kris

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  36. MollyMay 4, 2016 at 5:29 PM

    It looks fabulous

    Mollyxxx

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  37. AnonymousMay 4, 2016 at 6:29 PM

    Oh wow, I'm in love! This pretty white ( I'm crazy for white) decorative metal shelf is incredible. Bj, this is beautiful. So pretty. Love the bright green fern in contrast with the white, it just pops!!!

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  38. Laura of Harvest Lane CottageMay 5, 2016 at 9:11 AM

    What a transformation. I'm tempted to get a can myself!

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  39. StaceyMay 5, 2016 at 11:09 AM

    Wonderful! I love the metal rack and the fern is always a great choice.

    Happy, happy Thoughts of Home. I hope you have a wonderful Mother's Day. :)

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  40. Art and SandMay 6, 2016 at 12:49 AM

    Thanks so much for this post. I have an old metal shelf just sitting around and we have white spray paint. Next week, I am going to update that old shelf.

    Thanks for sharing with SYC.

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  41. AdrienneMay 12, 2016 at 8:45 AM

    Spray paint can work miracles! That's why I own a lot of cans and find ways to use them to make something pretty again. I love that basket. And with the fern - oh, my! Beautiful!
    ~Adrienne~

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  42. The Happy WhiskMay 13, 2016 at 12:20 AM

    I love projects like this.

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