I’m sure many of you have seen Casey’s printer / letter press drawers, which she’s using as shadowboxes.
Well, I really love this idea. It totally combines my love of antiques, finding a creative and unintended use for an item ...and well, being a sucker for a project. Seems like people are really snapping these up now and I’ve seen them used as jewelry cases, coffee tables etc. So, last weekend I bought the filthiest one on the planet the best priced one in the bunch and took it home. My mini time this week has been spent cleaning the old ink and dust from it. So far I’ve stuck to a popular brand of oil soap, which is doing the trick. Be warned this is slow work, if you think you’d like to try it be prepared. Lets just say the lady at the antiques mall wouldn't let me leave without it bagged.
I have intentionally left some "character" behind but need to get to the happy medium between that and actually touching it without dirty fingers afterward. If anyone has a miracle cleaner – which won’t destroy the wood – I’d love to hear it. For now I’m off to finish up and try to snap a few shots. Wish me luck.
Oh and Casey I know I blamed you for it, but that was very tongue in cheek! I can’t wait to put this up in my craft room so I can display my treasures.
A.(I don't know your first name.LOL)If it helps any, I use Scott's Liquid gold spray on mine. It is a wood cleaner and preservative. I love the stuff. You spray it on and use a soft rag to rub it into the wood. It "feeds" the wood and draws out the dust and dirt. I use it on minis, regular sized furniture and even kitchen cabinets. Great stuff.
ReplyDeleteI am happy to shoulder the blame. I love getting other people into trouble and spending other people's money.LOL
Casey gets me into a lot of trouble too! I'm going to a flea market tomorrow. Guess what I'll be searching for!? :D
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