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    Home » Crafts » Repurposed Window Project | Home Sweet Home

    Repurposed Window Project | Home Sweet Home

    Published by Gail | Published June 5, 2020 | Updated June 23, 2021
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    This easy repurposed window project can be done in an afternoon with these easy directions and tips. This is perfect for the 4th of July or Flag Day #MyRepurposedLife #repurposed #reclaimed #window #4thofJuly #flagday via @repurposedlife

    Because I'm out of commission for awhile with a bad wrist,  I'm revisiting a repurposed window project. I hope it inspires you to do your own repurposed window project.

    I recently finished (redid) a project that I started over a year ago. It had been hanging around my garage for way too long!

    Easy Repurposed Window Project

    Who knows where I got this window. It was old and dirty. I love the phrase “home sweet home” so I wanted to do that phrase, but I didn’t have a Silhouette or a Cricut.

    Dismantle Reclaimed Window Hardware

    I removed the window hardware. Sorry, I do not know the technical terms of what I removed. That metal flashing at the top was removed using  channel locks.

    TIP: Never throw away old window parts and components. It is okay to toss out the flashing, etc.

    I also removed the metal parts on either side of the window. Your window may have an inset with ropes and or weights of some sort.

    Tape Mirrored Image to Back of Window

    After designing the phrase, I printed it with the "mirror" option and taped it to the underneath side of the window.

    Because I don’t have pictures of the next step, I'll try to explain what I did. Using a paint pen, I traced the letters, then sort of colored them in. This is a good option if you don't have access to a vinyl transfer.

    However, nowadays, you can pick up phrases at craft stores, or even the dollar stores.

    Use Paint Pen to Trace Phrase

    It didn’t look half bad, but I wasn’t all that pleased with it so I set it aside for over a year. Do you do that with projects?

    Welcome to The Woods has an awesome tutorial for writing on windows.

    Plan B - Add Vinyl Phrase to Repurposed Window Project

    Fast forward a year, a summer that is too hot to be doing any outdoor projects. I gathered a couple of long lost projects and brought them into the house. This repurposed window project was up first.

    With some warm soapy water and a razor blade, I scraped of the black paint pen “home sweet home”.

    The window was white (ish) on one side and a dark gray on the other side. I would be using the white side of the window.

    Layered Paint Technique

    Using some Scotch Blue Painter’s tape to tape off the glass, I painted the window with a gray paint. I wanted it weathered, but not totally crackled.

     

    vinyl phrase repurposed window project

    I brushed on  some Deco ART Weathered Wood in random spots on the repurposed window project. After it dried, I put some of Martha’s "Heavy Cream” on the window, but that was too stark. I added some more gray over the Heavy Cream. Layering new coats of paint is a great way to make a repurposed window look perfectly aged!

     

    Home Sweet Home Repurposed Window Project

    See all those layers of paint? You could easily achieve this with a newer window you have in your stash. So, I finally got a  Silhouette machine and used it to cut my favorite phrase, Home Sweet Home.

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    repurposed window project for the 4th of July

    How cute! I found this cute wooden flag at a peddler’s mall. Who knew the original hardware would come in so handy to hang this small americana flag? You could easily switch out the flag for a wreath, or any holiday decoration.

    Do YOU have a favorite phrase? One that you are always drawn to when you’re looking at signs?

    gail

    See More Window Ideas Here

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    1. Julie @ followyourheartwoodworking

      August 29, 2011 at 12:57 am

      I love that, you are so creative!

      Reply
    2. Suzanne@Meridian Road

      August 14, 2011 at 11:58 pm

      I really like that! I love how the paint turned out, and I like that it's so versatile, too! I'll bet it's already gone. 🙂

      Reply
    3. Full Circle Creations

      August 12, 2011 at 2:43 pm

      Love it! Absolutely fabulous! It's great that you can change out the flag for other seasonal items! Great job. I have several windows that I wasn't sure what to do with and now you've inspired me, just like you always do! Thanks!

      Holly

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    4. Good Time Charlie

      August 10, 2011 at 2:46 am

      That is fantastic. I love when projects come out better and different than what we originally intended. I know it is so overdone, but I have to proclaim, MOI was one of the 1st people to have this quote in her home as I am a huge admirer of Winston Churchill. "Keep Calm and Carry on". It just says it all, for whatever life throws at you.

      Reply
    5. Michelle James

      August 10, 2011 at 2:22 am

      Hi Gail,
      Thanks for commenting on my blog. You said you tried to contact me via my email. You can reach me at mishi464@gmail.com. I cannot figure out how to change the email for blogger without having to renew everything and start over and the email that is linked to it does not exist anymore. Obviously I have some things to work out. LOL! If you can help with this issue, please tell me.

      Michelle

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    6. Michelle James

      August 09, 2011 at 11:44 pm

      This is awesome. I have always wanted to re-purpose an old window. Thanks for the inspiration. I am your newest follower and I love your blog.

      Michelle
      http://www.micheggy.blogspot.com

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    7. Korrie@RedHenHome

      August 09, 2011 at 10:45 pm

      This looks great! Worth the wait. 😉 I don't know that I have a favorite phrase/quote, but I do love anything to do with home, family, or children! Tugs at those heartstrings, I guess!

      Reply
    8. Rhonda Perry Maynor

      August 09, 2011 at 10:16 pm

      Awesome job...looks great. Have you seen the cabinets they are making and using old windows as the doors..too cute..

      Reply
    9. Cora

      August 09, 2011 at 8:11 pm

      This turned out really cute! Love that you can change out the top decorative piece!

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    10. Two Dollars

      August 09, 2011 at 4:51 pm

      I really like the idea of hanging the flag or wreath or even a family photo from the original hardware!
      -Stefanie
      2ndChanceCreations.etsy.com

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    11. Katie

      August 09, 2011 at 3:12 pm

      It turned out so cute Gail! It almost looks like old, weathered barnwood! Looks great on the fence!

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    12. Suzanne

      August 09, 2011 at 1:40 pm

      I can see why it was put in the window. So versatile with the hook. It's definitely a keeper -- I would have had a hard time putting it up for sale! Wish I lived closer so I could snatch it up!

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    13. Cynthia

      August 09, 2011 at 1:19 pm

      This looks so great! I love old window projects!

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    14. Terri

      August 09, 2011 at 1:13 pm

      LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this! You are right...I can see switching out the flag for every different holiday, year round. Brilliant!

      Reply
    15. Shannon

      August 09, 2011 at 1:09 pm

      super cute!!
      I really love the paint job on it too. I haven't heard of the weathered paint you used... I think I need some! 🙂

      Reply
    16. Amanda Mac

      August 09, 2011 at 1:07 pm

      I love the window! I wish I could get my hands on some like that. My MIL used windows from her grandparents' home to make us girls faux stained glass windows. It was pretty cool.

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    17. Megan

      August 09, 2011 at 12:07 pm

      That is darling, I need a kick in the pants to finish some of my garage projects too 🙂 It's too hot!

      Reply
    18. Granny

      August 09, 2011 at 11:52 am

      The window looks fabulous and was probably sold before you got back home. I love that you hung the little sign from the original locking mechanism.

      Reply
    19. Who "NEW" Creations

      August 09, 2011 at 11:43 am

      Cute window, good job. Not familiar with the aging paint you used. How does it work different from crackle finish. My hubby used old weathered boards to frame around an old window. I dry brushed the entire project with white. Easy! Painted the glass with flowers. Love old windows!

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    20. imsteelefullofscrap

      August 09, 2011 at 11:40 am

      Love your window!!!

      Reply
    21. Tattered & Timeless

      August 09, 2011 at 11:24 am

      Looks wonderful. I'm surprise the store didn't just buy it for themselves..
      tammy

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    22. Tattered & Timeless

      August 09, 2011 at 11:24 am

      Looks wonderful. I'm surprise the store didn't just buy it for themselves..
      tammy

      Reply
    23. Susan @ homeroad.net

      August 09, 2011 at 10:45 am

      Gail I love this.. you're right, you could change the flag to fit every holiday.. 🙂 great job.
      Susan

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    24. Sue

      August 09, 2011 at 8:43 am

      So pretty Gail. I bought to window frames without glass earlier in the Spring. They where already sanded, maybe I should just tackle them!
      Have a wonderful day,
      Sue

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    25. Toqua's Crafts

      August 09, 2011 at 7:48 am

      I LOVE your window! I was recently reminded of a couple of phrases I really like.

      "Grandchildren are God's reward for not killing your kids."

      "I asked God for strength, he gave me difficulties to make me strong!"

      Reply

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