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    Home » Crafts » every love story

    every love story

    Published by Gail | Published October 29, 2012 | Updated June 28, 2021
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    repurposed window

    Until my shoulder heals, I’ll just be tinkering with small things that aren’t painful.

    I’m glad I enjoy working with vinyl projects, or I’d really be going batty.

     

     

    old windowThis is a window project I did several years ago. I had it in storage for a long time. It’s been at the shop in the booth for a few months now. I brought it home earlier this week and decided it needed a change. The appliques are Tatouage.

     

    removing tatouageI tried to remove the Tatouage with a razor blade. It wasn’t budging!

     

    removing tatouageI brought out the big guns. I squirted some un-du sticker, tape and label remover on the window, and used the razor blade to scrape it right off.

     

    clean windowThen I cleaned the window with my Fish Foam Window Cleaner.

     

    I am applying vinyl, and I wanted to make sure all of the un-du was gone.

    silhouette design studioI’ve seen this before, but pinned it recently and thought it would be perfect for this window.

    how to apply vinylI thought I’d show you how I apply vinyl. I use the transfer paper to sort of stick the vinyl in place. You can see that it is larger than the vinyl paper, and is sticking to the window.

     

    how to apply vinylI remove the vinyl completely from the slick paper, with the transfer paper acting as a hinge.

     

    how to apply vinly to glassI remove the slick paper, and prepare to lay the vinyl onto the glass.

     

    apply vinyl to windowAfter laying the vinyl on the glass, I start removing the transfer paper by laying it back on itself.

     

    how to apply vinyl to old windowThe vinyl is sticking easily to the clean glass.

     

    Every Love Story...The window looks so much better now with the updated vinyl replacing the Tatouage.

     

    old window with vinyl

    See more DIY Repurposed Window Ideas Here.

    gail

    The fish foam and the un-du were both sent to me to try out a long time ago. Both products work great, and I like to let you know what works when I use it. All opinions are my own. This is NOT a paid post. 🙂

    sharing at Tip Me Tuesday & Today’s Creative Blog, Be Inspired @ Elizabeth & Co.

     

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    1. Jane

      February 01, 2016 at 3:49 pm

      I really like the font on this project. What is it? Thank you.

      Reply
      • gail@myrepurposedlife.com

        February 01, 2016 at 7:59 pm

        If you look closely, you can see it on the photo of the layout page. It's Edwardian Script

        gail

    2. Holly D

      October 12, 2014 at 1:14 pm

      Gail, Where did you purchase your silhouette machine from? Do you one to recommend? Thank you and simply LOVE your work/art!!

      Reply
      • gail@myrepurposedlife.com

        October 12, 2014 at 1:26 pm

        Thank you Holly for your comment.

        I was a brand ambassador (sort of) for Silhouette, so they furnished me with a CAMEO and a Portrait. Having both, I will tell you I use the Portrait 99.9% of the time...nearly on a daily basis for my Etsy shop wedding signs. Even though it isn't as wide as a CAMEO, it still will cut large stencils and vinyl. rarely would I ever need vinyl wider than 8.5.

        I'm always around if you have more questions.

      • Holly D

        October 14, 2014 at 9:00 am

        Gail,

        "Thank you" so very much for your time! Where can I go to look into the Portrait? Your time is greatly appreciated 🙂

      • Holly D

        October 14, 2014 at 9:31 am

        Found it!

    3. Heather

      September 05, 2014 at 10:00 pm

      I have tried to look for someone to make my vinyl sayings for me, but I cant find anyone to make what I want. Where do you go? Thank you

      Reply
      • gail@myrepurposedlife.com

        September 05, 2014 at 10:13 pm

        I make my own vinyl sayings with my Silhouette machine.

        You should try Etsy.

        gail

    4. Mary

      July 09, 2014 at 10:19 pm

      I'm a little slow & not understanding how you use the vinyl to put your saying on the window pane. Could you or someone else try to explain it to me? Thanks so very much!

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    5. Lisa

      October 19, 2013 at 12:56 am

      Where do you get the transfer sayings?

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    6. Carolyn

      August 10, 2013 at 10:43 pm

      Was wondering what you use to make your vinyl signs with. Do you have a machine that you create them with?

      Reply
    7. Athena at Minerva's Garden

      November 02, 2012 at 2:33 am

      What a beautiful way to repurpose old windows--so charming, Gail!

      Reply
    8. Peggy

      October 31, 2012 at 2:32 pm

      I love this. Please link it to my linky party & anything else you have to share. 🙂 Thanks, Peggy. http://diycraftyprojects.com/2012/10/whatcha-work-up-wednesday-linky-party-6.html

      Reply
    9. I Play Outside The Box

      October 29, 2012 at 11:38 pm

      Just curious...do you apply the vinyl to what you figure will be the 'back' of the window pane, so it will be easier to clean the 'front' of the glass when it is hanging?

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    10. Lori Hilker Designs

      October 29, 2012 at 8:48 pm

      Beautiful, Gail. I sell a lot of chippy windows for weddings. I have a stash of close to 100 windows. Some people ask outrageous prices for blank windows, but since I've started working with them people are happy to give them to me to get them out of their shed or garage. I've even found windows left anonymously on my porch!

      Reply
    11. Recreate and Decorate

      October 29, 2012 at 8:29 pm

      I love this idea! So simple and cute!

      Reply
    12. Debilou ~ Mississippi Mama

      October 29, 2012 at 8:08 pm

      love it Gail.. and that quote.

      Reply
    13. Toqua's Crafts

      October 29, 2012 at 3:32 pm

      Oh WOW! I love the new version of the window! Great job!

      Have a great week. 🙂

      Reply
    14. Janet

      October 29, 2012 at 2:58 pm

      I love it! Your window looks so nice with the vinyl quote!

      Reply
    15. Betsy@My Salvaged Treasures

      October 29, 2012 at 2:47 pm

      It was nice before, but it's even better now. Love it!

      Reply
    16. Mindi@MyLove2Create

      October 29, 2012 at 2:11 pm

      Oh this is Perfect! Cute window and saying! It looks so good. I know what you mean with the vinyl, I am still trying to get it down, I have noticed some vinyl is better that others, and that makes all the difference!

      Reply
    17. Sharon

      October 29, 2012 at 1:48 pm

      Beautiful Job! I love the "New" Old window. I never find old windows here in Florida. And if you do, you cant afford them. I love undu.

      Reply
    18. Shari @ turnstylevogue.com

      October 29, 2012 at 1:06 pm

      Beautiful job. I stop dead in my tracks for old windows 😉

      Reply
    19. Anne

      October 29, 2012 at 12:50 pm

      What a pretty idea Gail!

      Reply
    20. Terri

      October 29, 2012 at 12:24 pm

      LOVE this...I wish old windows were a little easier to come by...they make the cutest projects. This should fly out of the shop!

      I wish I had your knack for applying vinyl...that stuff is another thorn in my side...just does not like to cooperate for me!

      Reply
    21. Full Circle Creations

      October 29, 2012 at 11:57 am

      Love that saying and it looks great on your window!

      Holly

      Reply
    22. Sue

      October 29, 2012 at 9:49 am

      I like the vinyl way better then the flowers. Surely it will sell fast now, that would be nice over a bed.
      Happy Monday! Hugs,
      Sue

      Reply

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