Sunday, March 24, 2013

Old Toolbox to Art Caddy

Hey there Sweeties near and far away, I have been busy this weekend with a friends Baby shower but I did manage a quick shopping trip to the cutest little store in McCleary, WA called Little Hill Farm. (Here is their Facebook link Little Hill Farm/Facebook Page). I found an old wooden tool box and I knew exactly what to do with it. I made it into a little Art Tray for Robbie's pens.
  
I freed up an entire drawer in the pantry that was stuffed with all of his stuff  plus he he can just pick the entire box up,  take it to the table and have much better access to everything.

 
  I used food cans for the pen containers. I wrapped the cans with craft paper. Didn't cost me a dime and looks so cute!
I also added a little chalk board sign and Voila!
Here is a quick BEFORE AND AFTER

   
Once again, it's the little things that make me happy..haha...The little box cost me 12 Dollars and I think is is way cuter than anything I could have possibly found in a store. Most likely it would have been something plastic (I try to avoid anything plastic if I can)
I hope you all had a wonderful weekend!!!!
Christine


63 comments:

  1. Christine, I need something like this to organize my munchkin's art supplies. We have a small living room and the art supplies end up everywhere and when we need them we can't find them. I need to look in my stash of junk. Love your blog. I am a newbie too. Can I ask how you got your sidebar to show larger photos of your popular posts and how you got a navigation bar. I have been looking for tutes online since I began.

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    1. Hi Lucy, thanks so much for stopping by....I will reply to you directly In a separate message about your blog question a little later today!

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    2. Thank you for liking my facebook page. Just whenever you have time to address my questions... no hurry! I am now going to follow your blog! I love your Easter decor with the live bunny! Blessings.

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  2. I love this! You did a great job ;) I love anything that organizes kid stuff!
    Jamie @ somuchbetterwithage.com

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  3. I love this idea! I agree with you about staying away from the plastic stuff. :)

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  4. That's adorable!!! I love the bright colors mixed with the rustic crate. The little chalkboard sign is the perfect accent too. I have one of those little chalkboards in my basement that I'm not using right now. I should use it in my son's room or bathroom somewhere. Great idea!

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    1. Hi Kelly..yeah I got lots of little chalkboard signs. LOVE THEM too...Greetings

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  5. I love it! I know our readers would love it too. I hope you'll consider linking up to the Upcycled Linky Party going on right now at http://love2upcycle.blogspot.com

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    1. Hi Tricia, thanks for stopping by....I just joined your party. Greetings

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    2. Hi, Christine. Just wanted to let you know that you were featured this week on Love 2 Upcycle http://love2upcycle.blogspot.com/2013/04/upcycled-linky-party-2.html?showComment=1364839015240 Be sure to swing by and check it out or link up another upcycled project! Thanks again for linking up!

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  6. I totally agree...so cute and way, way, way better then plastic! I love how you did the cute tins also. What a wonderful Art Box!!!

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  7. Brilliant idea and now you can fill it's old space with your own goodies! Aren't bargains the best!! Take care. Chel x

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  8. Love this! Such a great idea! Really like the cans you wrapped with craft paper too.

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  9. What a splendid project.
    You're thinking brilliantly, reusing that old toolbox into an art caddy, is superb cool.

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  11. Aww so cute! I need to do something cute for my art supplies. Now you've got me started!!!

    xox

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    1. Thanks Anne...I'm sure you will need a much bigger box for all your stuff....

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  12. Oh I love this idea, so fun, and wow does it ever keep everything neat and still handy. Great use of the toolbox. Thanks for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  13. Love it! Functional & stylish -- I need one for me -- oh and my kiddo ;)
    - Lora

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  14. So CUTE!! I love things that are both practical and pretty!!

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  15. Great post and wonderful idea for organizing what normally is a mess
    I am new follower from the bloghop.
    I hope you will follow me back at http://butterflyintheattic.blogspot.com/2013/03/upcycled-recycled-on-etsy-tang.html

    Have a blessed night
    Colleen

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    1. Thanks Colleen for stopping by....will check our your Blog later today! Greetings!

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  16. Yes - it looks amazing! I love that crate, wish I could find one similar! Thanks for sharing,
    Krista @thehappyhousie.com

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    1. Thanks Krista for stopping by and commenting!!!! Greetings

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  17. Creative and cute! Easter greetings from Australia♥ ~Pernilla

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    1. Thanks Pernilla...I have a friend in Australia...Victoria is where she lives. Is that far from you???

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  18. Thanks so much for sharing your creativity at Project Inspired @ Setting for Four. I pinned your DIY to our group linky pinboard!
    I hope you are having a fantastic Easter, and can join me Monday evening 8 pm EST for Project Inspired #8! :D

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  19. What a awesome art caddy! Please share this on my linky party, if you get a chance: http://suburbsmama.blogspot.com/2013/03/sunday-linky-party-1.html

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  20. Good idea! My boys have an ugly plastic box, I should change it to this!

    Goedele

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  21. So cute! The little sign totally makes it perfect!

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  22. More cute ideas!! Thanks for linking up at our Pinterest Power Party!

    Danielle
    SewMuchCrafting.com

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  23. Super cute! It looks great! Love the little "ART" sign! Thanks so much for coming out to the party at Clean and Scentsible. I'll be featuring this today. Hope you are having a wonderful Sunday!
    Jenn

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  24. I LOVE this! Isn't it nice to have a drawer de-junked, and have the art supplies out where your kids can actually use them? I've got to go and find me an old crate now. Thanks so much for the inspiration! Happy Monday!

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  25. Oh my... what a BEAUTIFUL toolbox find! What you're using it for is so perfect! Love the tin can additions too. :) Featuring you on I Love That Junk and a few other places soon. Thanks for the awesome eye candy!

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    1. Hi Donna, thanks so much for the awesome comment...so thrilled you will actually feature it!!! Sending a hug from Wa to Canada

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  26. like this one, great art caddy.
    betsy

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  27. CUTE CUTE CUTE!!!! Thanks for sharing on DIY Sunday Showcase!

    Shelly @MinettesMaze

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  28. What a great idea, makes a great caddie. Love your little sign that you added. Thanks for sharing!

    Linda @ Mixed Kreations

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  29. This is so cute... :)

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  30. How CUTE! What a perfect way to store art supplies! And you can't beat the price! Thanks so much for sharing this at Get Your DIY On! Hope to see you on Sunday with your spray paint projects! Have a wonderful day!

    ~Abby =)

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