I can't tell you how many years this toolbox sat in our garage until I looked up one day and actually noticed it.
it was from my husband's childhood home. He said it was there as long as he could remember, and he took it with him when he left.
I cleaned it up and noticed what a great green color it was . The top drawers are zinc and I keep some of my flower seeds, and seam binding in there.
I thought it looked cute with all of my vintage books on it. I loved the contrast. The books and darker colors are getting me in the mood for fall decorating.
Sometimes you never know what treasures you have just laying around!
Jen
jen, that is awesome. i love it. it's amazing what we can find when we just look around.
ReplyDeleteThat is fantastic! And you are so right, the books have found their home there. It is a wonderful box!
ReplyDeleteLOVE it!
ReplyDeleteYou have a wonderful treasure!
ReplyDeleteMen have a way of hiding the most marvelous treasures from us!! I love this for your books. The green paint is perfect!
ReplyDeleteXO,
Janie
I'm katy from 'A Secret Life Of A Craftster'
ReplyDeleteI love your blog!
I was wondering if you would be interested in a swap?
I'm completely new to this!
I've been following your blog for a while and it's got me interested, so I'm joining the party!
Email back at whelptonsjewellery@yahoo.co.uk
This is a beautiful piece!
ReplyDeleteMy Dad had an old tool box that my brother now has...wonder if he'd let me "borrow" it for some fall decorating around here!
It looks just wonderful, especially with the books! I just love the look of old. I too have sometimes run across things that are "hidden" in my home. That's the best bargain yet!
ReplyDeleteGreat blog, I'll be back!
Patti
That is so true! I have tons of stuff stashed away that just takes a fresh look to get the inspiration flowing. I love this little green box and think your arrangement with all your vintage books is just perfect!
ReplyDeleteHappy Fall! :)
I love the way you've styled your new old toolbox. Nothing like seeing something with new eyes!
ReplyDeleteI love it! My husband has noticed that I check out his tools and buckets of junk a little more closely of late. He told me not to be getting any ideas!!
ReplyDeleteOh Jen what a fabulous cabinet and I absolutely adore the way you have displayed it with other treasures!!!! I am thrilled to have found your blog and I am your new and very happy follower! Warmest wishes from a 500 year old farmhouse in England - Glenda xxx
ReplyDeleteWow, that vintage piece looks great with your books arranged on it. Love the green color too. Thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving a sweet note :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a great tool box. I love your chippy bird too. You have a charming and lovely blog, I am your newest follower.
ReplyDeleteBlessings~
wow what a great piece! love the books and your styling! susan
ReplyDeleteLove your tool box vignette, Jenn!
ReplyDeleteWe did go to the Randolph St Mkt last night for the Blue Ribbon judging. Missed you! Saw your nametag on the clipboard and was so excited you might be there!
Did I miss you?
Got to buy a couple things as they were unloading but did not get a chance to run down there today.
Hope the weather held out for them!
See you at Na Da for sure!
xx
Alison
How lucky!!
ReplyDeleteSometimes we really do already have the best things!!!
ps...i'm having a little give-away on my blog. Stop on by if you get a minute:)
What a gorgeous arrangement! Who would ever think that you could make an old toolbox so lovely by using it in a vignette? Great job!
ReplyDeleteLOVE this fab find! You should look in the garage more often - ha!
ReplyDeleteThis is so beautiful!! The old books and vintage bottle look fabulous with it!!
ReplyDeleteHmmmmmmm, Think i'll take a
ReplyDeletewalk down to the garage.....