While the days are flying by, I sometimes feel like all I can do is try to keep up. Do you savor each day? My kids are growing not only in stature, but also maturity. With that, comes wanting to step away from childish ways and enter the adult world. It happens so crazy fast! Take a peek at this vintage silverware chest. It’s not much to look at now, but I intend to create a DIY jewelry box for one of my daughters who is becoming a beautiful young woman.
What I like about this silverware box is that it has a lid on top with a drawer below. That offers plenty of room for necklaces, bracelets, and rings. Plus, it has this lovely brass hardware the just needs a good polishing with Bar Keepers Friend.
LET’S BEGIN
As you can imagine, I first begin to take apart the silverware box. I pull out the interior to see what I’m going to be working with.
Likewise, if you want to see what I’ve done with other silverware boxes in the past (they’re fun to do!), HEAD HERE. Or, watch this example in my video below.
All looks to be in relative good condition. Also, at the same time, I take off all the hardware so I can tackle the box as well as polish the hardware for later.
Next, when all is prepped, I take the box pieces outside so I can prime them. The dark stain used on the silverware box is sure to have bleed-through if I attempt to paint without primer. I lightly sand all pieces because there are plenty of scratches and scuffs. Then, I apply the Zinsser BIN primer with a micro foam roller.
FINE DETAILS
Now that I have a blank slate, I want to start the painting process. For the exterior of the box, I am using a soft white with two coats allowing to cure in between. However, for the drawer, I want a bit of a peek-a-boo effect to coincide with the colors I’m using. This is a color I custom-mixed for this upcycled hanging planter. Isn’t it a pretty coral color?
As soon as my coat of paint cures, I then want to line the box. Thankfully, I have a great stash of not only acrylic felt, but wool as well. I choose to use the good stuff for my daughter. Only the best for my girl! Last, but not least, I want to add a bit of floral accents in a sort of Boho(ish) vibe by using these transfers I find at a local store.
After I rub them on, I use my own transfer tutorial to create typography art of one of our favorite Scripture verses.
THE REVEAL
Finally, after my little fun with creating, my DIY jewelry box for my daughter is ready for her to fill with her own treasures.
I must say that I’m totally smitten with the color, transfers, the typography, and even the brass now a bright and beautiful accent. Additionally, the cherry on top is that Miss S loves it too. She can now graduate from her musical paperboard box donned with horses to this one. My baby girl is growing up and I couldn’t be more proud. sniff…
While the outside has the floral motif, the inside is showcasing that gorgeous green wool lining with a peek-a-boo drawer color. Likewise, if you notice, I have it staged in my antique farmhouse style bedroom. However, we are working on our girls’ room remodel that has a bit of a different vibe, so stay tuned for that.
Now it’s time for you to find your own second-hand silverware box and have recreating it into something for you or someone you love. Are you ready to have a DIY adventure? Leave some comment love below, and also pin and share to inspire others too.
Up next, I’ll be transforming another piece of furniture from the girls’ room makeover like the French Provincial desk set I redid HERE. Be sure to sign up for my newsletter to see! PLUS, you will get your FREE Furniture Buying Checklist and special discount to my shop. Until next time!
Also, more silverware box makeovers like this DIY jewelry box:
What a beautiful tribute to your daughter.
Sooooo cute!!! She will absolutely LOVE it!! Nothing makes a child feel more loved than to have a parent spend time creating something just for them. My mother was that kind of parent and she is adored and loved by her children and grandchildren. She has made each one us feel as if we are her special loves!! You are such a great Mom and you are setting such a fabulous example!!! ❤️?❤️
Thanks! I couldn’t agree more. As a kid, the handmade items always meant more to me than store-bought. Thanks for the virtual hug, Rebecca!
I have been on the hunt for silverware boxes since I have seen your makeovers. Love this, the transfers are so cute! Placing them in a row like a garden was a fun technique. Where did you find them? The fancy ones I see advertised are too expensive. I am sure your frugal self has found an alternative.
That’s so fun! Yes, I don’t like how brands are charging so much and I like to make my own designs anyway. I found these at a local store as I like to support local. They were just over $1!
Oh goodness, I so love how this turned out! I, too, love how you placed the transfers Larissa! This will be a keepsake your daughter will treasure for the rest of her life. I know I sure would if my mom had created this for me. What a treasure!
I’m so tickled with the outcome. Thanks so much, Mary. I so want to not have any regrets that I didn’t do things to make my kids feel special. Thank you!
GIRL…….!!!! Ok, I’m so digging this. I’m allergic to wool but otherwise ??????. I like the coral color, like the transfer and the scripture is perfect. I’m a Proverbs 3:5&6 gal. I hope your daughter gets many years of enjoyment from this incredible box! I pray you have a fantastic weekend my friend. Shabbat Shalom.
So fun! I’m just happy she’s excited to have it in their new room AND it has a memory for both her and me. Thank you, Nikki.
This so pretty. I am sure she will love and treasure it. I can never find a box thay is reasonable in price. Quests I am not shopping in the right places. Or my “time” has come yet. The joy is in the hunt anyway! Take care dear girl.
You are so right! They can be hard to come by and for the right price. I’m sending my #trashure vibes your way! 😀
Oh that is absolutely darling! Well done. What a GREAT gift of love. ♥
It’s such a joy to have people to create for and that give love all the time. Thank you, Michele.