I have wanted a conservatory/display case/terrarium
or whatever you call it forever!
After seeing how to make one with old picture frames in
Country Living Magazine,
I thought I may have a chance at making one.
I hit the Dollar Tree for picture frames - 4 each - 8x10s and 5x7's
I picked up braces, hinges, there too!.
I didn't do it exactly like they did,
I wanted a "rougher" look so I used
corner brackets to hold the frames together.
Looking good, all four sides are together.
Now they didn't put a bottom on it,
but I wanted to be able to move it and it's contents should I need to.
I didn't have wood (besides it would make it heavier)
so I used my all purpose cardboard! LOL
Tacked it to the bottom and
voilĂ !
I debated whether to add the sides to the roof.
I've seen them both ways.
But the extra cardboard was sitting there looking at me so I did.
Of course, they used real boards ;)
All together!
Not too shabby, if I do say so myself.
It didn't "fit" exactly right,
when the roof closed it wouldn't close all the way down on the frame.
But a small hook and nail fixed that!
Painted white, of course.
You can see a "line" in the cardboard, but it doesn't bother me....
I'm NOT a perfectionist! LOL
Now ready to decorate for the Season!
My Bottle Brush Trees and a Snowbaby seem right at home
Add a couple Bottle Brush Wreaths, snowflake, pearl Candy Cane
and Prism and there you have it.
I'm really happy with the way it turned out.
And much cheaper that buying one ♥
And I can change it out with the seasons :)
Oh and don't forget the faux snow!!
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Oh, my gosh, Deb, that is just gorgeous! Love it with those pretty bottlebrush trees and all!
ReplyDeleteJane-Jacksonville
This is beautiful Deb! How crafty!
ReplyDeletexo Catherine
Great project! Thanks, Deb!
ReplyDeleteAdorable! Now, how much are you going to sell these for? I bet you could!
ReplyDeleteI've seen these on the BH&G website and they've been on my agenda too. Yours is fabulous...looks better than my original inspiration.
ReplyDeleteThat is so cute! You did an amazing job. I love the decorations...congrats on your talented creation!
ReplyDeleteOMG Deb...This is truly fabulous! You are so creative.. The vintage decor inside is a dream!
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Lisa
How cute! Totally thrifty and you could probably use it year round for different holidays. I will definitely have to keep this in mind!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by my blog :)
I can't believe you even thought of making one of these, let alone ACTUALLY made one!
ReplyDeleteWowsers!
Sarahx
How very cute. You are definately a creative gal and I have just become a follower. My post at BNOTP is next to your and I'm hoping you will stop by.
ReplyDeleteI Love conservatories !, Can't believe you actually made one, Impressive!! :~) It came out Really Great. You're going to have lots of Fun playing with it. I Love it, Great Job!
ReplyDeleteSoooo adorable! Whimsical and easy to care for too! I'd hate to put this creation away at year end!
ReplyDeleteDonna
http://funkyjunkinteriors.blogspot.com/
What a great idea. I'm definitely adding this to my list of "Things to make in the new year"!
ReplyDeleteYours turned out fabulous. I was going to make one, but have never gotten around to it. I love how you decorated it for the holiday season.
ReplyDeleteWhat a cute little house you made. I really enjoyed this post. I made a small one for my garden out of old windows and it is much the same only about 3 feet tall!
ReplyDeleteLOVE this, Debra! Featured at Retro Repin! Hope you stop by and link up again. :)
ReplyDelete~ Robin
http://redoityourselfinspirations.blogspot.com/2015/01/retro-re-pin-party-26.html
Thank you Robin! Hoping to stop & link up again also ♥
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