Hey guys! So, I found this vintage wooden toolbox a few weeks ago while out junkin’. I probably shared it on my Instagram when I got it, but from the moment I saw it I knew it had to be painted. Looking back on it I probably would have chosen another color than I did, but I’ve been obsessed with this spanish moss color lately & so there is that. Here is the vintage toolbox makeover, where it’s at in our house, & what I’m using ours for!
A little look at this large wood tool box before I got my hands on it…
& after I gave it some love…
You know, a quick cell phone shot because I have no patience to grab my camera to take photos when I’m about to paint. Yup. Anyways, so I used Maison Blanche spanish moss as the base coat & then put maison blanche dark wax over top to seal it & give it more of a distressed look. This literally took me no time at all & gave a whole new life to this tool box. Inside the tool box I placed some metal containers I found in the dollar section at Target & filled them with craft supplies like colored pencils, chalk, stencils, & more. This would make a great table centerpiece, on a book shelf, in an office to hold you or your kids craft supplies for easy accessibility.
I always see these vintage tool boxes while out junkin, & I’m sure you can find them at a local antique store or market place as well. You could always make them too if you can’t find one & make it look old with paint techniques & the wood you use. These vintage tool boxes have so many possibilities, but this has to be one of my favorites because it helps keep the artsy person in me organized which is an accomplishment all in itself.
I photographed this little toolbox in a new-ish little nook in our home that I’m not sure if I will blog or not. I got this idea in my head to create this area in our downstairs living room & I might share it, but if you want to see it & hear my thoughts behind it leave it in the comments below. What do you think of my tool box makeover? Do you have one of these in your home? What do you use it for? I would love to hear from you! Leave me a comment, find me on Facebook, & chat with me on Instagram! xx
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I was wondering where your laundry/mail cart ended up! Mine is large and is now at the end of our bed. This little nook looks like a secondary office, good for you!! ~Kim
You know how when you buy a car, all of the sudden you start seeing the same car everywhere? That’s how I feel about these tool boxes. I just made on and now I’ve seen a bunch of other blogs posting about their own. I love it! This one turned out great 🙂
That is adorable. I would totally fill it with succulents. I am in search of a old metal vintage toolbox. Hey if you ever go in the Northville Michigan area. You should check out the barn antiques. That is where I get my windows a few antiques, some awesome barn wood and they have the best paint there for upcylcling and distressing. If you have time I would love for you to check out my vintage/upcycled/distressed business https://www.facebook.com/pages/Distressed-Girl/1596185620664708
Thanks and have a lovely day!
Christine
Love it!! That color is just perfect for it. I am SO digging the tv screen cover!
Love it! Please share your “little nook” Love anything and everything you blog about girl 🙂
I love vintage stuff. They look really appealing. Astatement on its own.
Hi! love your decorating ideas! I’ve been decorating/collecting old stuff for 45 yrs…I have an old orange toolbox — need ideas on how to display it…thinking Fall dining table centerpiece…what do you think? It’s currently residing on my front porch. 🙂
Hi Kim!! Yes!! One of our laundry carts is under the table here.. the other two are downstairs.. ok I have an obsession. This one is a cute little small one that I love. Can’t wait to show you the rest of the spot! xx
HAHAHA yesss! I see jeeps everywhere 😉 & I know exactly what you mean! They are just so great.
Love that idea Christine!! Succulents are just great everywhere. & I have never been to Northville. I will have to check that place out. Sounds awesome. Checking your page out now! xx