Succulents in a Stenciled Chicken Waterer/ Feeder

 

 

 

It has been so HOT this week ! I have not been feeling very creative.

 

But I did find this rusted out Chicken Waterer. It was in no shape to

 

use for the chickens anymore but I knew I could give it a new purpose.

 

 

 

 I kept the lid for another project another day!

 

It was in pretty bad shape. The kind of thing I would expect to find in an old barn

 

somewhere and discarded in the corner.

 

These make great garden planters.

 

I decided to add a stenciled design before I planted the succulents.

 

 

 

 

 

I used this darling Chicken Stencil from istencils.com

 

  Cathe Holden Inspired Barn Stencils Collection

 

I covered over the part that I did not want to use, and taped the stencil in place.

 

Because the container was round it was a bit tricky.

 

First I centered the chicken shape stencil where I wanted it and only painted that portion.

 

Let it dry completely, came back and taped the word " SELECTED" where I wanted it.

 

Painted that and let it dry, came back and taped "EGGS" where I wanted it and painted that.

 

 

 

 

I used white Acrylic paint.

 

After the paint dried I used a clear matte sealer to protect the stencil from water.

 

 

After the sealer dried I filled the container with Potting Mix and gently packed down.

 

 

 

I planted the container with an assortment of cuttings / starters

 

from my garden.

 

 

The handle makes it easy to carry around!

 

 

Thank you so much for visiting!

 

xo Lisa S

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



Make A Stenciled Stoneware Crock



 

 Here is a picture of the finished Stoneware crock.

 

 

I started with a plain crock.

 

You could even use a plain white canister with a missing lid.

 

Something similar to this would be easy to find at your local thrift shop.

 

 

 

 

 I used this stencil from istencils.com

 

Cathe Holden's Inspired Barn Collection

 

 

 

6'' x 6'' 

http://istencils.com/flourish-stencil-ch-009.html 

 

I taped the stencil to my crock. I used Acrylic paint- CAPE COD BLUE

 

and a stencil brush

 

 

 Using the dry brush method ( dip brush and wipe off excess )

 

with an up and down motion over the stencil.

 

I use my free hand to hold down the stencil as I move around the design.

 

 

 

 

 Make sure you don't miss a spot.

 

 

 

 Now you can remove the stencil.

 

Clean your stencil and brush right away with warm water and mild soap.

 

 

 

 Love It !

 

 

 Finished !

 

 

 

 After your project has time to dry, lightly spray with

 

 a Clear Spray Sealer to protect your Stoneware Crock.

 

You will need to gently hand wash your crock with the stencil,

 

but it should be used for decorative purposes only.

 

 

 

I  am very pleased with how this turned out. 

 

 

 

 This is a genuine piece of Stoneware  in the above picture.

 

Below is the crock that I stenciled.

 

 

 Tell me what you think.

 

Thank you so much !

 

xo Lisa S

 

 

 

 



A Stenciled Galvanized Bin

 

 

This project will only take about 15 minutes to complete !

 

Most of that time used will be cleaning the brush and stencil after you are finished.

 

I found this little trash can at the Thrift Shop, but you can use any bucket or pot.

 

 

I wiped it down with a little soap and water.

 

I bought this stencil online from istencils.com

 

http://istencils.com/grain-stencil-ch-010.html

 

 

 

I decided where I wanted to put the stencil and used Painters Tape to

 

attach  stencil to bin. I used black Acrylic paint and a stencil brush.

 

 

 

According to the stencil directions, they recommend using a

 

spray adhesive to the back side of stencil to keep in place and to keep clean edges.

 

I do not use this step. I have found that the istencils are thick not flimsy

 

definitely a superior product, so this step is optional.

 

 If you are new to stenciling you may want to use this technique.

 

The bin I used had ridges, but it will not matter because you will

 

be using a dry brush method ( dip and wipe off excess ) with up and down motion.

 

 

Use your free hand ( the hand without the brush ) to hold down the stencil as you move around

 

your pattern. The paint dries very quickly. Remove stencil and wash with warm water and soap.

 

Wash brush with soap and water.

 

 

 

 

 

I used a Matte Spray Sealer to protect the finish.

 

My Husband and Son surprised me with this POTTING BENCH that they made

 

a few years ago and I just love it!

 

The window is attached and the bottom shelf is removable.

 

They also added industrial wheels on the legs so I can easily move it around the patio.

 

Sometimes I clear everything off and use as a serving table.

 

 

 

I like the idea of disguising my trash, but I plan to use it

 

on my potting bench to hold potting mix.

 

Thank you for visiting today!

 

xo Lisa S

 

 

 



DIY Galvanized Tray / Ice Bucket with Rope Handles

 

 

 

 

 



Your local FEED STORE

 may be the best place to look for your

 

FARMHOUSE DECOR

                     I was able to get this Tray at my local TRACTOR SUPPLY COMPANY for $3.50

Check with  www.tractorsupply.com

 

 

 

Behrens

 

3 gallon Galvanized Steel Livestock Feed Tray

 

 https://www.tractorsupply.com/tsc/product/behrens-utility-pan-3-gal-capacity?cm_vc=-10005

 

 

 

Remove Label

 

 

 

 Measure and mark for your holes.

 

I bought my Rope at the Dollar Tree.

 

  

 

 

My holes were 3/8'' because of the size rope I was using.

 

I drilled my holes 6'' apart.

 

Please wear heavy duty gloves and protective eye wear! 

 

 You can clean up the holes by rolling pliers

 

                                           inside the hole. This will smooth out the rough spots.

 

 Measure 20 " length for each handle.

 

You will trim later, but you need the room to tie your knots.

 

Tape ends and cut in the middle to keep both sides from unraveling.

 

 

Pull the rope through the holes,

 

make your knots and decide on the length you prefer.

 

 

Trim the extra length at knots.

 

                                         I went with 18 '' handles after I trimmed at the knots.

 

 

 My HUSBAND decided to use it when he picked lemons!

Well, now we know the tray is strong enough to carry about 10 lbs.

Let's make

 LEMONADE :

1 CUP Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice

TO

1 CUP Sugar

(one to one ratio)

Mix well in 1 gallon pitcher, fill with water and ice



That's our family recipe

It's almost the Fourth of July !

This is how I plan to use the tray on the weekend.

The Dollar Tree has round placemats in every color

and the placemats fit inside this tray perfectly!

I also found theses paper straws- 8 for a dollar

 

The pin wheels are plastic and clipped on so I am thinking

 

I can save them and use again.

 

 

 

 

The tray can also hold ice! So it can be a table top ice bucket!

 

 



Hang to dry or when not in use.

Enjoy the weekend, maybe have a BBQ !



Thank you for hanging out with me, now I let's

  

have some Lemonade. Doesn't that sound good right now?

 

xo Lisa S

How To Make An Altered Book - Gardening File

 

 

 

This Better Homes and Garden Book is the perfect size for this project.

 

The Book measures 10'' H x 8'' W x 2 1/2'' D.

 

It is the one with the notebook binder center.

 

There are other books in this series, a Cookbook and a DIY Handbook.

These are very common at used book sales and thrift shops if you are looking for one.

 

 

 

 

An accordion style file -6 1/2'' H x 9 3/4''W x 2 1/2'' D

 

I found mine at the Thrift Store, but I see them online and at some

 

stationery stores.

 

 

I used Dollar Tree Washi Tape to cover edges and areas that were warn.

 

Optional Stickers- mine were from Dollar Tree

 

You need about 24'' of Ribbon  scrap or Dollar Tree

 

I used TACKY GLUE also from Dollar Tree in 3 oz.

 

 

 

You will be removing the binder !

 

 I GLUED IT IN SO FAST THAT I FORGOT

 

TO TAKE A PICTURE OF THAT STEP!

 

 

Cover the edges and binding of the book with your Washi Tape for a finished look.

 

Glue the ribbon to the outside center of the file first.

 

Then glue the file inside the book cover, do not glue the bottom of the

 

file to the binding. You will want it to open and bend freely.

 

Add your stickers if you like.

 

 

Make sure it is centered.

 

Close the book and stack a few books on top for added weight,

 

and allow to dry.

 





 



Your file will be a good way
 

 to save gardening information, future DIY projects,

 

veggie recipes, favorite garden pictures,

 

seed packets or gardening month to month TO-DO lists.

 

 

 

 

It can lay flat.

 

 

It can stand on its' side

 

 

 

 

or it can sit flat.


 



I love the bright and cheery artwork cover on this vintage book.

 

 



On the shelf it just looks like a book. The ribbon will

 

keep it closed, nice, neat and organized.

 

I hope you liked this project.

 

xo Lisa S