Picture Frame/Chalk Board Archives - My Repurposed Life®

Simple Rustic Shadow Box

Gail Wilson — Tue, 23 Sep 2025 21:50:18 +0000

I’m Gail Wilson, the creator behind My Repurposed Life, where I’ve been sharing DIY projects and repurposed makeovers since 2009. One of my favorite easy builds is a rustic shadow box made from an old picture frame and scrap fence boards. It’s a simple project that highlights the charm of reclaimed wood while giving new...

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Easy Shadow Box from a Picture Frame

Gail Wilson — Sat, 04 Jan 2025 00:56:37 +0000

This easy shadow box is made from a thrift store frame. There are so many options of picture frames available that the possibilities are endless. I'll show you step by step how to achieve this picture frame shadow box in an afternoon.

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Turquoise Mirror Frame Chalkboard

Gail Wilson — Fri, 14 Sep 2018 07:00:00 +0000

I have an oh so easy project for you! It's a mirror frame chalkboard. The mirror was broken, but the frame was perfect to make into a chalkboard. I even used the masonite board that helped hold the mirror in place. Spray paint, and chalkboard paint sprayed with my Finish Max and this project was finished in record time! Oh, bonus! I added a Chalk Couture transfer to take it to the next level.

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Picture Frame Jewelry Holder

Mindi — Fri, 06 Oct 2017 07:00:53 +0000

Mindi from My Love 2 Create is sharing a super tutorial today showing how to make a picture frame jewelry holder out of decorative metal. This step by step tutorial will give you tips and tricks to make this jewelry holder to match your decor. Fun, pretty AND functional! Thanks Mindi!

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Extra Large Picture Frame Cork Board

Gail Wilson — Fri, 15 Sep 2017 07:00:00 +0000

I'm sharing a tutorial for an extra large picture frame that I transformed into a cork board memo board. Using my favorite Smoked Glaze really makes this color oh so pretty! I can't stop using that glaze! Looking for some fun push pin ideas for this cork board.

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DIY Chevron Bulletin Board from My Personal Accent

Gail Wilson — Fri, 04 Oct 2013 07:00:00 +0000

As a DIY blogger, I love when I come across a deal on something I absolutely love! I found printed burlap for $3 a yard. One of Chevron and one Fleur de Lis pre-printed. Since I love both prints, I bought most of what was left. (So you will be seeing quite a few...

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Easy Picture Frame Makeovers

Gail Wilson — Thu, 12 Sep 2013 07:00:00 +0000

I recently wanted to try my DIY version of chalky paint in my HomeRight Finish Max. A little paint goes a long way, so I decided to break out a bunch of small projects to tackle at one time. I love finding these old plastic dresser mirrors with plastic frames. I am sort of a...

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Thrift Store frame shadow box tutorial

Gail Wilson — Tue, 06 Jul 2010 11:00:00 +0000

In this thrift store frame shadow box tutorial, you will learn some tips and tricks about building a shadow box. But in reality, I am not happy about the paint color and technique. I measured and cut 2 long boards and 2 short boards to fit into the “lip” of the picture frame. The short...

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Picture frame serving tray

Gail Wilson — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 15:00:00 +0000

I repurposed some very old, heavy duty picture frames into cute little serving trays. I don’t have any “in progress” of these projects because I did them long before I ever thought I would have a blog. The frame was very cheap or free. The handles, and the cute little feet were purchased from the...

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