Do you have old Christmas décor you just put to the side year after year? I am going to finally do something with my Christmas wooden mailbox, I purchased it decades ago and want to use it this year. I am going to give it a new look.
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Here is a photo of the mailbox when I brought it down from the attic.
I changed up the decorations four times since I bought it. This year I am going to strip it all away.
I removed the top part of the mailbox. It was held on by 4 little screws. I removed the flag arm for now.
I sanded, cleaned it with a damp cloth and painted the mailbox Waverly chalk paint in Crimson.
Taking some White Waverly chalk paint and hand writing Santa and North Pole to both sides. I also painted the top white to mimic snow.
I added some snowflakes to the sides and glitter to the top.
I had a vision that the mailbox was full of envelopes and was spilling out of the box. To get that look I used a wire clothes hanger, straightening it out and hooked it to the mailbox door.
I made faux envelopes to Santa.
Using hot glue and my glue gun, I glued the envelopes to the wire and to each other.
I glued them all the way down to the ground.
I placed it next to the foyer tree. I placed a little basket to catch all the envelopes. What do you think? Pretty neat!
I know you’re not going to have a mailbox like the one I shared, but the reason I am sharing my revamped Mailbox is to give you inspiration to take an old Christmas item you haven’t used in a while and revamp it to something you can use this year. You just never know…..
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Decorating our home on a budget is my thrill. I think a home can look beautiful without breaking the bank. Your home should bring the best out of you and make you feel happy. You should smile every time you enter your home. 🙂
This is such a cute idea!! I love it!!
Thanks Michelle. I am so happy that I brought the mailbox down this year. It’s a fun decoration.
Oh my goodness, Terrie!! What a fun way to give new life to that mailbox!! My grandson would love this as would any kid!! Even those like me that are still kids at heart when it comes to Christmas!!
When I bought the mailbox years ago it was decorated very pretty with lights, ornaments, flowers and garland. I had changed it up to fit my Christmas decoration each year. But for the last couple of years I tucked it up in the attic ignoring it. I am so happy that I brought it down. Yes….I am a kid at heart when it comes to holiday decorations. I am so happy you enjoyed my blog post. Thanks for stopping by and for leaving such a kind comment!
Terrie I love the revamped version very much. Youngs kids would enjoy seeing this for Christmas.
The hand lettering came out great. I don’t have a steady hand like I used. I’m sure many will be inspired to make one.
Cindy
Thanks Cindy. Christmas is for the young at heart. I love how fun my home is at Christmas. Although I love beautifully decorated homes I just love the spreading the fun part of Christmas.