Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Ashley's Shanty Rooster Pitcher turned Chic!

I am so over roosters. I did have them in my house once upon a time but those days are over and done. My house is now rooster free but I couldn’t pass up this rooster pitcher that I found on a Shanty Shopping Spree (yes this is a term we use often) with Whitney. I purchased it at Jo-Ann’s for $5.00 and some change. I liked the shape of the spout and the handle and I knew a little spray paint would turn this shanty pitcher chic! This lonely rooster has no idea her days are numbered...



Two coats of Krylon Ivory Satin spray paint (purchased at Wal-Mart for $2.00) and the rooster is just a memory....





Definitely an improvement but it is so boring....





A dry brush of Lamp (Ebony) Black over this cute #7 stencil I made with my Cricut might do the job.....



Cute but still missing something....






A finish-off with twine (also purchased at Wal-Mart - $4.00 for a huge spool) and that should do it! I wrapped the twine around the top about 6 times and tied a bow on the side! I just love the way my new shanty2chic pitcher looks and it was so cheap! As always ~ Enjoy!





I will be posting this at reinvented for Trash to Treasure Tuesday go check it out! Lot's of great ideas there! http://www.reinventedkb.com/2009/09/pumpkins-rising.html
I will also be posting this for Transformation Thursday at The Shabby Chic Cottage!
I will also be posting this at DIY Thursday at A Soft Place to Land! Shanty2Chic~Ashley's Rooster Pitcher Transformation
I will also be posting this at Hooked on Houses! Check it out! Great stuff to get hooked on! http://hookedonhouses.net/2009/09/17/hooked-on-painted-doors/
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34 comments:

  1. Cara@HomespunKitchenSeptember 15, 2009 at 11:12 AM

    Looks fabulous! I need to just spray paint something, it's a little fear of mine that I need to get over, lol!

    Blessings,
    Cara

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  2. erin@my little creative outletSeptember 15, 2009 at 11:22 AM

    perfect.

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  3. CaroSeptember 15, 2009 at 11:36 AM

    ADORABLE!!

    And.. I'm SO over roosters too! I had some in our first 2 appartments, but then about 11 years ago, I just wanted them out.of.my.sight LOL!

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  4. Becky@Beyond The Picket FenceSeptember 15, 2009 at 11:43 AM

    I love it! I lost interest about 10 years ago in roosters and apples. I am sure I will want them again in about another 20 years!

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  5. KimmySeptember 15, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    Lovely transformation!! I am SO with you on the rooster sentiments, can't stand the things!

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  6. Karen September 15, 2009 at 12:09 PM

    Great way to get rid of the rooster. I just did a post last week about things in our homes that should go and roosters were on the list. They are definitely a cock-a-doodle-don't.

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  7. TriciaSeptember 15, 2009 at 12:51 PM

    Fabulous! I have twine wrapped around most of my vases now and I love it. Great job.

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  8. Rachel~Wildflower Photography Studio and Wildflower CreativeSeptember 15, 2009 at 1:07 PM

    Great transformation! ;)

    Smiles,
    Rachel

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  9. Room to InspireSeptember 15, 2009 at 1:38 PM

    Loving the new pitcher! Great before and after shots!

    Chelsea

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  10. SarahSeptember 15, 2009 at 5:57 PM

    I'm a rooster fan, but have to say this is an improvement. Great job! ~ Sarah

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  11. UnknownSeptember 15, 2009 at 6:32 PM

    That is so cute, what a transformation. Gotta love the spray paint.

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  12. Wendy @ Ramblings from the Sunshine StateSeptember 15, 2009 at 7:52 PM

    That turned out really cute! The trim is the perfect touch :)

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  13. Its So Very CheriSeptember 15, 2009 at 9:33 PM

    So super cute. I love the number it just made the pitcher 10 times cuter.
    I am the next on the list between your 2 projects. I hope you'll come for a visit.
    Cheri

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  14. SueSeptember 16, 2009 at 3:46 AM

    What a nice little transformation. Guess you didn't participate in the recent rooster party, didja? LOL
    The addition of the stencil was cute, but the twine really set it over the top!
    :-) Sue

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  15. UnknownSeptember 16, 2009 at 7:53 AM

    Visiting from Reinvented. Super cute! Any particular reason for the 7? Just wondering if it had any significance.

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  16. Embellished BayouSeptember 16, 2009 at 6:32 PM

    Looks fab! You would never know there is a country rooster hiding under there!

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  17. Blue Creek HomeSeptember 16, 2009 at 7:10 PM

    I love pitcher 7! It's mighty cute.
    Rhonda

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  18. phillips phamily September 16, 2009 at 7:11 PM

    How fun and "doable"! Love your style!

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  19. Miss Mustard SeedSeptember 16, 2009 at 7:29 PM

    Cute. What a difference!

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  20. michelle@somedaycraftsSeptember 16, 2009 at 8:41 PM

    There are some people who will crying when they see that you are "over roosters." Let them cry because I definitely like the new look better. SPray paint on!!!!

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  21. AlyssaSeptember 16, 2009 at 11:11 PM

    This looks fantastic! I love your idea...

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  22. Funky Junk InteriorsSeptember 17, 2009 at 12:19 AM

    Holey numbers! First I liked it just white thinking how cute the shape was, then I LOVED the number, and then I proceeded to DIE when I saw the twine. I'm fried.

    Brain is popping. Must number stuff.. NOW. So cute! Thanks for that kick of wild inspiration!

    Donna

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  23. Amanda @ Serenity NowSeptember 17, 2009 at 5:54 AM

    Cute!!! I can't bring myself to junk the roosters. I have only a couple of them, and to be honest, I wasn't all that crazy about them to begin with. Maybe I should take the plunge...just not sure what to replace them with.

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  24. UnknownSeptember 17, 2009 at 6:58 AM

    Very cool! It looks so much better now!!

    Nancy

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  25. Robin JohnsonSeptember 17, 2009 at 7:00 AM

    Oh I love this. Great job.

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  26. Georgia GirlSeptember 17, 2009 at 7:44 AM

    Love my roosters but I just started collecting them for my kitchen...Hey but I love what you did to the pitcher...I know the rooster will grow old on me soon also but the new looks out here are starting to make say wowza...love it!

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  27. LisaSeptember 17, 2009 at 8:29 AM

    Very cute! Does the "7" have any significance?

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  28. UnknownSeptember 17, 2009 at 11:01 AM

    Love it!

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  29. ohAmandaSeptember 17, 2009 at 11:06 AM

    Love it! I guess I need some spray paint. I'm too nervous to paint over anything---I guess I need to be adventurous! :)

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  30. Maryann @ Domestically-SpeakingSeptember 17, 2009 at 11:19 AM

    Gorgeous! I've been spraying paint those items that "just aren't my style anymore" too. Love the twine at the top - it just adds that extra little something.

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  31. WhitneySeptember 17, 2009 at 12:32 PM

    Such a nice change. Very cute!

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  32. The McCraysSeptember 17, 2009 at 7:48 PM

    That looks great! I love how chic it is! :)

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  33. NancySeptember 17, 2009 at 9:06 PM

    Am impressive transformation. I have never been one to spray paint things but these blogs have lots of make overs done with spray paint. I may have to try it!

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  34. ~ ~ Ahrisha ~ ~September 23, 2009 at 9:46 AM

    Very nice touch. Lots of gals say they can't live without their Circut. I have got to check out this gadget.
    It's so nice to meet you.
    ~ ~Ahrisha~ ~

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