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Tuesday, July 27, 2010

So How Fun Are These?!


More  boxes!




This  box  was  fun  to  make.   What  I  did  first  was  collage  pages  from  a  children's  school  reader book  on  it, and  then  I  took  my  house  prints   from  different  pieces that  I've  made  and  cut  them  out to  make  a  little  village  that  wraps  around  the  box.  And   I  really  like  what  I  did  on  the  lid--


I  have   an  old  glass  doorknob  on   it.  If  you  are  a  flea  market  shopper,  you  know  that  these doorknobs  don't  come  cheap.  They're   a  heavy  glass with  brass hardware.  Well, I found 4  of  them  at  a  garage  sale (which  is  unusual  in  itself  ) for  $2.50 each.  That's  a  VERY  good  price  for  these.  I  really like  this for  this  box--it   fits  the theme  of  the  houses  so  well.

And  do you  remember  Button  Town?



I  don't  think  I'll  ever  get  tired of  making  these  boxes!


And  I just  want  to remind  everyone  of  my 2 giveaways--there's  still  time for you.  I'll  be  drawing  the names  on Thursday.  Just  go  to  this  post  and   leave  a  comment--good  luck!

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45 comments:

  1. Theresa PlasJuly 27, 2010 at 7:10 AM

    Love them Diane! Thanks for sharing!

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  2. Healing WomanJuly 27, 2010 at 7:11 AM

    I love those boxes too! The glass knob is fabulous on top. I make boxes too but mine are quite a bit different. I create bas-reliefs on a lot of them and I sometimes use the ball feet. Yes, they are addictive. I love the colors in yours and especially love the one with your paintings.

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  3. Rebecca AnthonyJuly 27, 2010 at 7:45 AM

    Wow, wow, wow, these look amazing!!!!!!!!!!!!

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  4. JojiJuly 27, 2010 at 7:58 AM

    These are so lively and I love the door knob touch. I just love old door knobs.

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  5. MollyeJuly 27, 2010 at 7:59 AM

    They look so addictive. What fun and fabulous little boxes. Endless possibilities too. XXMollye

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  6. JanineJuly 27, 2010 at 8:22 AM

    OMG, Diane I love them all but that button one is my very favorite! Thank you for sharing!

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  7. BuffyJuly 27, 2010 at 8:34 AM

    You are the bargain queen! What a great buy with the glass knobs! And these boxes are amazing! Where do you get the boxes? Love all of them! All have beautiful colors.

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  8. Martha LeverJuly 27, 2010 at 8:52 AM

    Yes, I am addicted to looking at all of them! They are fabulous!!! Love them!

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  9. UnknownJuly 27, 2010 at 9:43 AM

    Oh Diane! I love the little house box with the glass doorknob on top. It is adorable!
    I have some glass knobs, as well. I love them but have not made anything with them yet. I was thinking of a shelf with them underneath for holding my jewelry. We'll see.
    Hugs,
    Tammy

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  10. Janet GhioJuly 27, 2010 at 9:45 AM

    Your boxes are great and the glass door knob--a fabulous idea!!

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  11. MaryJuly 27, 2010 at 9:48 AM

    how fun?? way fun!!! :)

    I especially love the second one!!
    We have several of those door knobs on our old doors - the keep falling off. If we are on the wrong side of the door and no one else is home, we are out of luck!!! I really need to replace them, but they are just too pretty!!!

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  12. PeggyJuly 27, 2010 at 9:55 AM

    Your boxes are adorable, I love the second one ! :o)

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  13. Terri KahrsJuly 27, 2010 at 9:56 AM

    Gorgeous! LOVE that glass knob on top - perfect touch! Hugs, Terri xoxo

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  14. Jennifer GraceJuly 27, 2010 at 10:17 AM

    beautiful boxes, the one with the village around it would fit so many different decorating styles so could really end up in anyone's house, I love it! x

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  15. rachel awesJuly 27, 2010 at 10:18 AM

    i ADORE your boxes!!! xox

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  16. JackieJuly 27, 2010 at 11:01 AM

    I love the boxes!! The first one is my favorite:)

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  17. sharonJuly 27, 2010 at 11:13 AM

    Oh, I am really drawn to the glass doorknob and the buttons Diane! They are perfect additions that make your pieces specail!

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  18. Lynn CohenJuly 27, 2010 at 11:22 AM

    Your boxes are quite wonderful. they need to be published in Cloth, Paper, Scissors! Love the glass handle and the buttons especially .

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  19. Art by Darla KayJuly 27, 2010 at 11:59 AM

    So very adorable diane!! Great work!

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  20. Janie HusbandJuly 27, 2010 at 1:25 PM

    i love the button box,diane....they are all beautiful....i can see why you must enjoy them so.. ;)

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  21. KellyJuly 27, 2010 at 2:13 PM

    These boxes are fabulous! I love how bright and cheerful you made them and that glass knob is gorgeous too! Thanks for sharing!

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  22. TinaJuly 27, 2010 at 2:36 PM

    These are just amazing.
    I love them.
    T

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  23. Theresa MacNaughtonJuly 27, 2010 at 3:18 PM

    They are SO gorgeous, Diane! So colorful and bright. Love them! Theresa

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  24. HeatherJuly 27, 2010 at 4:13 PM

    wow, these look great! so bright and cheery and love the glass knob you've attached. you're right they arent cheap, you found a steal!~

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  25. DortheJuly 27, 2010 at 4:37 PM

    Sweet Diane, how gorgeus,so full of power, and energi, from those wonderfull colors,you use.
    The doorknop,is a great addiction.
    Hugs, Dorthe

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  26. AnonymousJuly 27, 2010 at 5:08 PM

    You have made some very special boxes. I love the glass doorknob as a lid lifter-upper.
    Amy

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  27. Anna Rosa DesignsJuly 27, 2010 at 5:16 PM

    Hi Diane,
    Wow, these boxes must have taken a long time to create!
    They're gorgeous and I love the old door knobs.
    Happy creating,
    Hugs,
    Anna

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  28. Patti Edmon ArtistJuly 27, 2010 at 5:29 PM

    these are amazing!! the fact that your painting is fabulous doesn't hurt either:) I have several wood boxes that I just had to have while browsing through antique/junk shops. I couldn't decide what to do with them but it sure looks like there are lots of ways to approach... and I have tons and tons of buttons, well, and junk jewelry parts... thanks for sharing your wonderful pieces! if I have any success I'll let you know:)

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  29. AnonymousJuly 27, 2010 at 7:32 PM

    Ok, they are FANTASTIC!!! I adore them all!

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  30. UnknownJuly 27, 2010 at 7:47 PM

    Those are GREAT and you got an unbelievable deal on those doorknobs!!!

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  31. Mosaic MagpieJuly 27, 2010 at 7:51 PM

    These boxes are great! I love all the different looks and the glass knob.
    Debbie

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  32. DianneJuly 27, 2010 at 8:50 PM

    Love your boxes! And the door knob is so clever!

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  33. Kelly BerkeyJuly 27, 2010 at 9:01 PM

    Just entered your give-a-way and put it on my blog! Hope I win! lol.
    These boxes are beautiful. I especially love the one with your beautiful girls on it!
    hugs to you!

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  34. NancyJuly 27, 2010 at 10:07 PM

    WOW They just keep getting better and better...love those glass door knobs.....they add so much.....

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  35. Connie SchwarzJuly 27, 2010 at 10:34 PM

    diane, you are growing by leaps and bounds! rock on art mama!
    my daughter loves your boxes! so do i!

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  36. AnonymousJuly 27, 2010 at 10:45 PM

    okay.. Now Diane,
    I love the bright colored on on the top.. the first one that would be.. lol..
    Great job and how unique!
    Thank you.. Hugs, Darlene

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  37. EllaJuly 27, 2010 at 11:03 PM

    These are fabulous; I love what you did with your thrifty find...you made magic!

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  38. UnknownJuly 28, 2010 at 1:37 AM

    You're amazing Diane! I love popping over to see your beautiful creations. Thanks for stopping by my blog. :)

    ♥Jenny

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  39. ~Lavender Dreamer~July 28, 2010 at 9:19 AM

    Oh, I LOVE your boxes! Have unique and beautiful! This would be a project I would enjoy! ♥

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  40. Deb HarveyJuly 28, 2010 at 11:33 AM

    Oh, I really like that glass knob, too! And, I love your boxes...they are absolutely wonderful!!!

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  41. loriJuly 28, 2010 at 4:00 PM

    cute boxes and cute idea with the door knobs and little feet!

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  42. thekathrynwheelJuly 28, 2010 at 5:16 PM

    Oh these boxes are so cool, fabulous! Just love the knob on top! Wow wow, wow :-)

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  43. DianneJuly 29, 2010 at 12:20 AM

    Hi Diane - I'm so pleased to have found your site because I love a bit of whimsy and I love boxes - I have them in all shapes and sizes.
    Dianne xx

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  44. rocAugust 2, 2010 at 3:03 PM

    love those deep canvases!

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  45. Jonny J PetrosAugust 3, 2010 at 1:36 PM

    I saw these boxes a while ago on my dashbord and tried getting on your site to see them- These are my favorite there different I love the legs and knobsand the coloring with the first one with all your faces is my favorite Sincerely- Jonny

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