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Thrifted Decorative Box Makeover: Dixie Seed Co. Design Transfer

As an avid thrifter, I often come across items and objects that I 100% do NOT need.....but simply cannot pass up.....such as this adorable thrifted decorative box that just screamed for a home decor makeover! 


I am always drawn to furniture pieces and home decor that have "good bones".  


There is something about curvy shapes, cute boxes, and latches.....that scream "buy me"! 


So I do.... and they often sit on a shelf.... until I find just the right product or inspiration to upcycle them!  


thrifted decorative box makeover with dixie seed co design transfer by Traceys Fancy
 

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My Thrifted Little Find!

This particular box was in great shape.....but the color is not one that I use in my home. 


thrifted decorative box

So you know that means.....paint!


The brand new Dixie Seed Co. Design Transfer was the perfect shape....AND those colorful peonies!!!! 

thrifted decorative box with dixie seed co design transfer held in front

This thrifted box is about to get a makeover!



Supplies Used



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Thrifted Decorative Box Home Decor Makeover


Choosing Base Coat Colors for the Thrifted Decorative Box Makeover

I pulled my paint colors directly from the transfer.


thrifted decorative box  with products to be used for makeover

The background of the transfer went really well with Burlap....so I used this as a base coat.



I then used Drop Cloth as a base coat on the space directly where the transfer will go. 


painting a white base coat on thrifted decorative box

PRO TIP: This is not a necessity...however it does help your transfer to be ever so slightly brighter....which was important to me to keep the beautiful florals so vibrant.


Adding Dixie Seed Co Design Transfer to Thrifted Box

I measured and pre-cut the Dixie Seed Co Design Transfer to fit appropriately where the box would open.  


I then applied the transfer using the burnishing stick included in the transfer kit.