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Summer Flatware Caddy

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I seem to be on a bit of a upcycling trend lately, but I just cannot help passing up a good deal while thrifting! I recently found this little red napkin and silverware caddy for $1.99.  I liked the shape, and besides a bit of dust, it appeared to be new.

I used some Krylon Ocean Breeze I had on hand already, and did three coats, allowing each to dry for about 30 minutes in between.

I lightly sanded all over, and used a couple scrolly stencils for a faded look in the background.  Initially I was not super excited about the red peeking thru so much as I sanded.  However, remembering my summer napkins are red and white checked, I was in BUSINESS!  My favorite part of crafting (this is going to sound a bit odd I know) is when a project takes a huge turn, and goes in a different direction than I planned.  Life is like that it seems, not how we planned, but in many ways, better than we could have ever imagined.  That’s pretty deep for only one cup of coffee, let’s stay focused.

Between stencils, I dry-brushed on some acrylic paint in white, to keep the piece faded looking and touched up the edges too as they were very red by now.

I layered on one final stencil on the front, sanded again, and filled will my favorite summertime napkins, and an array of silverware that I like to call “eclectic.”  I really like how it turned out, don’t you? Not bad for a couple bucks and a little work. 

What I like the most about having a silverware caddy is how easy it is to serve up a casual outdoor dinner on the patio, and get all of my dishes set aside while I am putting the final touches on the meal.  Not to mention that the silverware is easy to put away when everyone is putting their feet up and letting the kids play on warm summer evenings, I am in and out of the kitchen a bit faster. 

Wishing you a wonderful, long summer full of lazy evenings relaxing with family and friends.  A big glass of iced tea, and a good book by your side.

Happy Creating & blessings to you,
Tanya 🙂

Fabulous parties you need to check out, and I link to:

Friday
Doodles & Stitches

 Saturday
Funky Junk Interiors
Positively Splendid
I Heart Naptime
Family Ever After
Too Much Time
I Can’t Stop Crafting
Be Different Act Normal
Country Mama Cooks
Six Sisters Stuff
Serenity You
It’s Overflowing
Love Notes By Lauryn
Craft Envy
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Natasha In Oz

Sunday
Lolly Jane Boutique
Sisters Of The Wild West
Petite Hermine
Just Us Four
I Heart Naptime
Nifty Thrifty Things
Cherished Treasures
Twigg Studios
Flamingo Toes
Under The Table And Dreaming
Shaken Together

Monday

Making The World Cuter
Be Colorful
DIY Home Sweet Home
Polish The Stars
You Are Talking Too Much
Covered in Grace
An Original Belle
Between Naps On The Porch
Burlap & Denim
Tidy Mom
Mod Vintage Life
Craft O Maniac
Sew Can Do
Alderberry Hill
Ask Anna
Sumos Sweet Stuff
Debbie Doos
My 1929 Charmer
The Southern Institute
Keeping It Simple
Skip To My Lou
Marvelously Messy
Brassy Apple
The Girl Creative
Delectable Home
C.R.A.F.T
Get Outta My Head Please
DIY Showoff
Singing Three Little Birds
Around Tuit

Tuesday
Blackberry Vine
Running With Glitter
Mom 2 Memphis And Ruby
Elizabeth & Co
Coastal Charm
http://farmhouseporch.blogspot.com/
My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
Today’s Creative Blog
Tip Junkie
Creatively Living
Sugar Bee Crafts
A Diamond In The Stuff
Home Stories A to Z
Reasons To Skip Housework
Blessed With Grace
Domestically Speaking
Young Nester
How To Nest For Less
Rook No. 17
Organize & Decorate Everything
Kammy’s Korner
Twin Dragonfly Designs
Passionately Artistic
Ladybug Blessings
Cherished Bliss
Confessions of a SAHM

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  4. Peggy Meckling says

    This looks fantastic, Tanya. I recently picked up a silverware caddy at a garage sale also. Thanks so much for the inspiration. I need to get my hands on some nice stencils like that.

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  7. Natasha in Oz says

    That is quite a transformation! I love the colour you chose. You did a great job!

    If you ever feel like linking up to another party I host a Say G'day Saturday party every weekend and I would be so thrilled if you could join in!

    Best wishes,
    Natasha in Oz

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  12. Sharing Shadymont says

    Thanks so much for your visit and comments! They allowed me to find your wonderful blog! Love your silverware caddy. The color and stencil are perfect. I'm your newest follower.

    Have a wonderful week.

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  13. Liz - Imageremix says

    Tanya, what a cute idea and I love that you took the time to make the box extra special with the stencil. It has so much more charm now. Thank you so much for coming and leaving such a sweet comment about my Sandlot Rascal rehab. I'm now following you and can't wait to see what else you come up with.
    Liz

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  15. Ann @ makethebestofthings says

    What a great find and a pretty restyle! I have a bread box that is crying out for something new, I'm going to go for it. Thanks for stopping by my blog and your sweet comment. Yes, I'm following now :o)

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  20. Jess says

    This turned out very cute! Thanks for stopping by my blog. Now following back!

    ~Jess @ makingoverthemartins.blogspot.com

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  22. MuseBootsi says

    I found a similar caddy with 6 removable cups that could be filled with utensils and napkins. I had a grand vision of doing exactly what you described, carrying the caddy outside easily before we sat down to a delicious dinner. But, alas, my boys have commandeered my caddy and I have a mild suspicion they have peed in one or all of them…

    When I'm less mad, I'll clean them

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  27. Cranberry Morning says

    That is so clever – and yeah, pretty deep thoughts for one cup of coffee. I'm still waiting for mine to kick in. 🙂 Thanks for following Cranberry Morning. And now I'm following you back. So glad you stopped in. I'm going to enjoy following your blog!

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  31. Bronwyn says

    Wow! I am your 31st commenter here! This is the best upcycle I have seen in a long time. The stencil really adds some pizzazz.I have a silverware caddy similar to yours and I love how simple it makes dinner parties. We rarely have formal sit-down affairs so my metal, vintage-looking one always fits the bill!
    By the way, thanks for your comment on my blog. I am following you now, too!<

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  35. Stephanie says

    Saw this on TT&J…and loved it. Thank you for stopping by my blog and joining! I'm following you now too! Love that you love spray paint like I do 🙂

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  37. Andrea says

    Tanya , this is REALLY beautiful!
    love the easy you did it, so "suave", no harsh strokes, love the stencil, I want this caddy!:0)

    And thank u so much for leaving such a nice comment on my blog!!

    xo
    Andrea

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  38. Jody and Stan says

    Thanks so much for sharing on Simple & Sweet Fridays. Your project turned out great! What a good price and to make it look so awesome. Love the color!

    Jody

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  49. Six Sisters says

    This is a GREAT upcycle! and the turquoise is a perfect summertime color! We appreciate you linking up to our “Strut Your Stuff Saturday.” We love seeing all of the great recipes and fun ideas! Hope to see you again next week! -The Sisters

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  52. Evelyn says

    I love this! I need to learn more how to distress wood, I just love the look and the stencil is just perfect with this:) Just dropping in form Becolorful to check out your caddy and to invite you to Freedom Fridays. So hoping to see you there!

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  55. Becolorful says

    It was a happy shade of red but this is such a pretty look. Good for you for seeing the potential. Thanks for sharing this on BeColorful this week.
    p

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