BIRD ON A WIRE

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I was watching this box in my local house clearance

shop for several weeks.  I liked it but could not think of a use for it.  There is a constant conversation going on in the back of my mind once I see something about how it could fit in and what I could do with it.

As you can see, it had potential. The top was unusual in that it rolls away under the bottom.  I then decided I needed more storage in the bathroom where bed and breakfast glasses, cups and saucers etc are stored in a cupboard, and the box flashed into my mind. I rushed off to Reeds and it was still there, and at a slightly reduced price too! 

Too plain in Noir Everlong paint! I decided stencilling was the answer and after an internet search, found this:

The birds are in Annie Sloan English Yellow.  I have also put them on the top, but because of the roll top, which is reeded, they are missing bits here and there, which is an effect I like. I have dry brushed the edges to give more definition to the shape of the legs and the top.

It is now finished, other than a coat of matt clear varnish to protect it in the bathroom.