Thursday, September 22, 2011

Old Window: Backyard Treatment

Here is the first project done with the old windows. 

Such a simple project with outstanding results!  Doesn't it just make the whole atmosphere of the backyard quaint and cozy?  I love it!


The kids loved helping with this project!  Filling the canning jars with rocks was just the right job!


They were great helpers putting the flowers in the jars!


Here is the great work they did!  


Here is the finished product...


So easy and fun, with such dramatic results!


The twine is used to hold the jars to the fence.  It is wrapped around the wood slats and then around the jar and the bow finishes and holds it all together.


This really transforms the backyard into a place to relax!  
Great job Brooke!
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34 comments:

  1. Babblings and MoreSeptember 23, 2011 at 4:55 AM

    Anytime Stef! The more people, the funner projects are!

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  2. Lauryn AshliSeptember 23, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    that is beautiful!
    i would love for you to link this post up to flashback fridays going on now over at love notes.
    go check it out!
    {love} lauryn @ lovenotesbylauryn.blogspot.com

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  3. RachelSeptember 23, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    Love it!! Great idea.

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  4. JacquelineSeptember 25, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    I love how you used the window to decorate! Thank you for sharing at Simply Creations Link Party!

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  5. Digital Scrapbooking Made EasySeptember 26, 2011 at 5:57 AM

    That is beautiful! If you get a chance, I'd love to have you link up. (http://scrapbookingez.blogspot.com/2011/09/one-stop-thursday-linky-party_22.html) Thanks for sharing!

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  6. Renee @ Rustic CraftsSeptember 26, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    I love this! You should definitely share this at my Shabby Shares link party ~ http://rustic-crafts.com/?p=2306

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  7. ColeySeptember 26, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    love this! I have the same exact window and have used it for soo many crafts for my wedding and in the house. Love your idea!

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  8. Nikki MonetSeptember 26, 2011 at 10:58 AM

    This is so creative. Love the idea. I would love it if you would stop by and share this at my linky party!
    http://everything-underthemoon.blogspot.com/2011/09/bedazzle-me-monday-1.html

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  9. Erika September 26, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    I like this idea. My mom puts stuff on the fence and at first I thought it was odd; but why not? It is an extension of the space and your old window and flowers dress your space up nicely.

    I hope you can join us at the It’s a Wrap Link Party at Artful Rising

    Erika

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  10. JillSeptember 26, 2011 at 2:57 PM

    Such a lovely idea! The window looks great on the fence - and the jars of flowers look fantastic too! - great job by the kids!

    Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
    Hope you have a great week!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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  11. storybeaderSeptember 27, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    great idea for the fence. Lots of fun {:-D

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  12. AnonymousSeptember 27, 2011 at 11:53 AM

    That's such a neat idea!! It does give it a cozy feel:D

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  13. UnknownSeptember 27, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    This is a really cute way to dress up a ordinary fence. And I love any project that involves old windows! I'd love it if you'd stop by my blog and check out the giveaway I'm having for a Dremel Saw Max!

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  14. Southwest Cottage DesignsSeptember 27, 2011 at 2:07 PM

    I love it! It inspires me to do something similar in my backyard. I have part of a wooden fence behind a couple of trees and flower beds - and an old window. I've thought about putting the old window up on that fence. Now I think I'll just go do it. Thank you for the inspiration:)

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  15. jess@balancing the dreamSeptember 27, 2011 at 2:29 PM

    this is soo incredibly cute!!! i just got my hands on an old window and have been wondering what to do with it!! thanks for the inspiration!!

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  16. Linda@Coastal CharmSeptember 27, 2011 at 7:03 PM

    Such a darling idea...happy that I came by and found it!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  17. KatieSeptember 27, 2011 at 8:08 PM

    This looks so cute!! I love how warm it makes the backyard feel - the window is so cute!!

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  18. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2011 at 1:50 AM

    i love this!!!!!!

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  19. HomeroadSeptember 28, 2011 at 2:32 AM

    Very pretty! I love sunflowers! Your assistants are very cute too!
    Susan

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  20. LisaSeptember 28, 2011 at 6:11 AM

    What a great way to dress up a plain fence. Love it.

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  21. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2011 at 6:40 AM

    I absolutely LOVE the window!!
    I'm using one like that for my friends reception. Can't wait to see how it turns out!

    Chrissy @ ForMamas

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  22. Jenny @ Simcoe StreetSeptember 28, 2011 at 7:26 AM

    So cute!!!

    Jenny
    www.simcoestreet.blogspot.com

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  23. JillSeptember 28, 2011 at 9:13 AM

    I have the jars and the gray fence...just need the old window :) Thanks for sharing such a pretty idea!

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  24. Bailey K. | Travel HealsSeptember 28, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    what a great idea! i love cute backyard additions like this! great job.

    i would love for you to come link up this or any other amazing project at my creativity party going on right now!

    letbirdzfly.blogspot.com

    thanks so much for sharing!

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  25. KimSeptember 28, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Ohhhh, I love this! I love love love old things! I might borrow this idea for for an old fence panel that I put in one of my flower beds. I have some old windows that I've been trying to decide what to do with :)
    I'd love to have you visit my blog
    http://kimberscraftday.blogspot.com/
    I have an old barn door that I did some decorating with that you might like!

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  26. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeSeptember 28, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    The project is adorable -- but those kiddos of yours -- are WAY adorable!! Such a sweet pic of them helping with the jars!

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  27. Audrey @ DefrumpMeSeptember 30, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    Very cute! I love old windows and jars! Turned out so nice!

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  28. Melanie @ bear rabbit bearSeptember 30, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    This really is an excellent idea! Thanks for linking up to Things I've Done Thursday!

    Melanie
    bearrabbitbear.blogspot.com

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  29. LindsayOctober 2, 2011 at 11:49 AM

    Cutest backyard ever! What a fun little makeover. You have the cutest little blog! I am having so much fun checking it out. Thanks for sharing so many fun things @ Show & Share!

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  30. Chef in TrainingOctober 3, 2011 at 2:23 PM

    this backyard window treatment is SO cute! I love it! Thanks so much for linking up to Tuesday Talent Show! I would love to have you stop by and link up again tomorrow with more great projects!
    -Nikki
    http://chef-n-training.blogspot.com/

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  31. Rebecca @ My Girlish WhimsOctober 4, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    So cute! I featured this on my blog tonight :) Thanks so much for linking up to Your Whims Wednesday. Come check it out and grab a button! http://mygirlishwhims.blogspot.com/2011/10/your-whims-wednesday-27-and-features.html

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  32. JKclarkOctober 4, 2011 at 6:31 PM

    Very cute! I'd love to know how you attached both the window and the jars?

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  33. KatyOctober 30, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Hi Briana, I love the old windows. Someone gave me an old window attached to a wooden saw horse with a flower box attached to that. I
    { L O V E D } it, very regretfully I gave it to a friend when I moved from one city to another. I haven't but I should, tell her if she ever tires of it, to please let me have first dibs.
    Maybe I can make one some day!
    All Great Things to You, Katy

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  34. JoAnn SweetPepperRoseAugust 11, 2012 at 5:41 PM

    Hi found you thru Project Queen link party, love this idea! Very nice.
    JoAnn

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