I've had this one since I started taking an interest in knitting and sewing as a child, so it isn't vintage (well, to me it is), but I've seen a fair few people grappling over the same kind at carboot sales recently, and thought I'd go and rescue mine from the loft where it's been residing for a fair few years. My sewing materials are kept all over the place and need a portable home.
As you can see it needs a little repair work, and is slightly wobbly, but I'm sure I can easily fix that.
I need your help, though. It's a very practical sewing box and a clever design, but I must admit I find it a little dull and uninspiring, to say it's supposed to keep all my wonderful colourful threads and fabrics safe. Do you think I should leave it as it is, or paint it? Maybe some decoupage?
I'd really appreciate your input!
Have a relaxing Sunday - after trawling around B&Q and getting some funny looks from male shop assistants yesterday (What? a female? In the masonry section?!) I finally managed to track down a 6mm tile drill bit, so I hope to get my first cake stand finished today. That's if the drill bit doesn't blunt after two plates, as the online reviews suggest it might. Sigh!
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Paint it white and rustic it up a bit maybe? It is identical to the one my Nan had when I was a kid so I love it the way it is anyway, although I think your sewing stuff will rapidly exceed its capacity if you're anything like me.
I really like the rustic idea. I was thinking a sort of vintage sage colour?
You're also right about the capacity, as I've been sent some sewing materials this week, so it's filling fast...
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