Friday, February 17, 2012

Union Jack Canvas Art





 I love finding ways to create free art.  This means while in the car with my hubby, I often ask him circle back around the block so we can go back and trash pick curb shop. 
A while back I found a canvas that had definitely seen better days. 

 It had a rip in it and obviously had been sprayed with paint (OK so maybe this doesn't seem like such a great pick) but the frame was in good shape and I knew I would figure out something to do with it. 
 So
   With some scraps I had left over from other projects
painters drop cloth 
strips of burlap 
strips of painters canvas 
scissors & staple gun



this is what it ended up looking like


Not bad right? 
And the best part about it was that it was absolutely FREE !!

Until next time! 


Posted by Jennifer at 6:29 PM

22 comments:

  1. Linda @ it all started with paintFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:28 PM

    How very clever of you! And am loving the price tag ...

    Linda
    http://itallstartedwithpaint.com

    Oh, and I LF and GFC followed you too

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  2. Carol, The Answer Is ChocolateFebruary 21, 2012 at 10:38 AM

    I absolutely love this ! I wanted to let you know I featured this as part of my link party wrap up and features. Please feel free to grab a featured button from my sidebar if you like!

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    1. JenniferFebruary 21, 2012 at 12:37 PM

      Thank You! I am so happy you liked my project and thrilled to be included in you link party wrap up!!!

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  3. UnknownFebruary 21, 2012 at 2:52 PM

    I just saw this on The Answer is chocolate blog and love it! What a great idea. I love the mix of burlap and painters canvas. It looks great..and it's my favorite price! I'm following now.

    Rachel
    http://www.holy-craft.blogspot.com

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    1. JenniferFebruary 21, 2012 at 3:10 PM

      Thanks Rachel- so glad you liked my project! Following you back at holy-craft ;0)

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  4. ChrisFebruary 26, 2012 at 1:05 PM

    Oh my gosh I love this - and how easy is that! Thanks so much for sharing...I'm your newest follower. Hope you'll check out my new blog too :)
    http://frecklefaceathome.blogspot.com/

    xo-Chris {aka Freckle Face Girl}

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  5. Michele @ {Primp}February 29, 2012 at 10:05 AM

    wow, this is cool--I love your union jack canvas and the way you styled the whole mantel--love the neutral colors! If you have time I would love for you to stop by and share this at my linky party going on now at {Primp}!

    micheleravendesigns.blogspot.com

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  6. Lee Hill PrimitivesFebruary 29, 2012 at 11:33 AM

    BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!

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  7. UnknownFebruary 29, 2012 at 2:50 PM

    I'm so happy you joined the bloglovin blog hop. I'm following! It'll be open until Sunday so stop back when you get a chance.

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  8. THE FARMHOUSE PORCHFebruary 29, 2012 at 10:35 PM

    That is just too cute! What an innovative way to add inexpensive wall decor. Thank you so much for linking this up to the "Cowgirl Up!" Linky party. I really appreciate your participation.

    ox♥Linsey

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  9. Punky PrepMarch 1, 2012 at 12:36 PM

    Your site is lovely! Your photographs are just beautiful! Im adding you to my links page :)
    www.craftingrebellion.com

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  10. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.March 2, 2012 at 8:26 AM

    This is a really cool project! I love the soft natural shades! I looked around your blog and I'm anxious to see more. I'm following along. And I'd love to have you stop by our Tuesday Be Inspired Link Party.

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  11. aimeeMarch 3, 2012 at 6:25 PM

    this is amazing i love anything with a union jack on being from england, i just made a burlap union jack pillow, i may have to pinch this idea from you, it would be great if you could link this up at my party at http://twiggstudios.blogspot.com/2012/03/sunday-show-off-linky-party-4.html
    thankyou so much for the inspiration i hope to see you there xx

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  12. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageMarch 6, 2012 at 9:23 PM

    Your Union Jack artwork is SO COOL!! I just love it!

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  13. Michelle @ Sweet Something DesignMarch 22, 2012 at 4:56 PM

    That looks fantastic! Love the muted version a lot, great job!

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  14. Linda LeybleMarch 24, 2012 at 10:42 AM

    Hey Jennifer - I absolutely loved your project - I would love ot amke one myself. Lord knows I have leftover nurlap and I am flush with dropcloths. I just have to purchase the canvas (lucky you finding one - maybe I can find a horribly painted one at a garage sale!). Thanks for inspiring me.

    I was featured as well on Stepanie's blog - I used burlap for my project also. I used as inserts in wainscoting.

    Cheers...

    Linda

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  15. Kristin @ Yellow Bliss RoadApril 9, 2012 at 11:15 PM

    Just discovered your blog through this project pinned on Pinterest. The Union Jack canvas is awesome! I'm a new follower and off to check out the rest of your blog!

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  16. UnknownJune 4, 2012 at 3:27 PM

    Absolutely love this...Thanks for the inspiration...

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  17. UnknownJuly 3, 2012 at 5:44 AM

    wow, great work on union jack canvas art, picture looking so good, thanks for sharing this with us.

    canvas prints

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  18. UnknownSeptember 22, 2012 at 7:05 AM

    I love this!! So creative & original, it looks awesome:). Now following, have a great weekend! Jen

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