Transforming Thrift Store Junk into Moody Decor-Ten Projects

[@jbowenandcompany]

Hit Subscribe so you don't miss out on my next video! Which project was your favorite? Thanks for watching. You may enjoy this video where I make seven moody DIY Halloween projects. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e4a9Y6iOoNWtmtEsi=785qb1kRnWyYL7MD

[@pamelahorne4714]

Book pages! I have a bookworm daughter who is getting married in August with their reception in a barn that needs lots of decor. I think sayings and their names will be made from book pages and twine!

[@jbowenandcompany]

That is a perfect idea for her wedding and it would look so good in an old barn. I bet she would love it. They look really cool in photos because the aged pages are so authentic. Let me know what you end up making. Thanks for commenting.

[@tracyshumaker8272]

Everything is beautiful ❤ You could also use a screw with a nut to attach the knob to the cloche. Just make sure it’s big enough not too small

[@jbowenandcompany]

@@tracyshumaker8272 Thanks so much! Good idea. I actually tried that with the screw that it came with but it stopped screwing in about 1/4" and there was too much room so it was wiggly.

[@shadygardens2256]

I use those dollar tree baskets actually out in my garden as cloches to keep the chickens out of my seedlings and baby plants!😁 I should affix some knobs on mine to make them easier to grab but also to look better. Yours turned out amazing and looks so beautiful. Nobody would know where it came from. I loved all your projects in this video, and I’m going to try to make them myself! You are very talented.

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks so much for all of your compliments. Good idea! Thanks so much for sharing. They would definitely be easier to pick up.

[@Ichyt]

I see ceramic birds at thrift stores all the time! It never occurred to me that I could paint the black.

[@jbowenandcompany]

Yes! Now you can scoop them up!🖤🖤🖤

[@dianebremer9408]

It's nice to be able to go home after a long day and destress doing something you love. I just recently got back into crafting again. I always spent my time either quilting or doing machine embroidery. Now I have 3 loves that I have to decide which one to do first! lol I think you're doing great and I love the projects !

[@jbowenandcompany]

I agree! It is nice to relax. Usually only on Fridays for me because I have three kids. So nice that you have three hobbies that you love. Some people don't. I bet it is a hard decision for you. Thanks for the compliments and encouragement.

[@terrythomas2735]

You are impressing me. You made them look high end. I don’t say that lightly!!! You have a believer. Subscribed.

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thank you so much! I'm glad that you like them. Stick around there are many more to come. I post more often on facebook if you would like to join me there.

[@terrythomas2735]

@@jbowenandcompany your welcome. I’m going to try the old book flags only on wrecked book. Thanks for the idea

[@jbowenandcompany]

@@terrythomas2735 Nice! Have fun and let me know how it goes.

[@fernunrau7315]

Just love the butterfly ❤

[@jbowenandcompany]

@@fernunrau7315 Thanks! I loved how the brass effect turned out on it.

[@mindygresham7301]

Wow I loved all the projects! The page banners are so cute!

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks so much! I appreciate your comments. I love the banners too. So many ideas with them with the holidays coming up.

[@cassfonnesbeck8057]

I used this idea to paint black over some birds that didn't sell in my booth. I used rub and buff over top. It was a little streaky, which I thought was perfect! Thanks for the idea!

[@jbowenandcompany]

Good to hear! Yes rub and buff works well too. It is amazing how far it goes and how it brings out the details.

[@bevcarter1554]

thanks for keeping the goofups in. we're all human!!!

[@jbowenandcompany]

You're welcome! Learn from my mistakes. 🙃

[@Laura07110711]

I love book pages reused, looks great! The thrift store by our house was recently throwing out a whole dumpster of books they couldn't sell, so thank goodness for all the crafters, artists, and junk journalists who give books another life ❤

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks so much for commenting. They are fun to use. 😁Did you get any of them?

[@Laura07110711]

@@jbowenandcompany No, we were dropping off donations and hubs wouldn't let me out of the car 😂😂 That's why he usually leaves me at home when we're dropping off...I try to bring home more! 😁 We do have lots of books and paper ephemera that we've saved from doom for decor/risers, art, etc. I love paper ❤️ Thanks for sharing your projects and time with us!! I can only imagine how time consuming it is to film and edit videos.

[@jbowenandcompany]

@@Laura07110711 hahaha my Husband wished I stayed out of them too. 🤪 you have plenty of product to work with. It does take time but I edit now instead of scrolling for hours on FB so I'm actually productive. 😁🙃

[@mytigereyez]

I LOVE everything black with the gold touches, especially the birds! Gorgeous! I had no idea you could do this with things found at thrift stores!

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thank you so much! I think the birds look so neat and the possibilities are endless. Thrift stores (or dated items around your house) are good items to make over.

[@lavenderharecrafts4163]

So glad I found your channel! I’m going to have to order some of that gold paint! ❤

[@jbowenandcompany]

I'm do glad you are here. Have you checked out my website? Would love to send you some.

[@b.l.wilson9724]

Amazing makeovers! Loved the moodiness of the projects. I will be searching for bird statues to recreate.❤ 😊

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thank you so much for your compliments. I hope that you find some soon and please share your projects with me. I have been craving dark and moody lately.

[@b.l.wilson9724]

@@jbowenandcompany I just opened a $100 booth in May and it’s dark. I’m still working on it…it’s my favorite booth. ❤️ I will share

[@jbowenandcompany]

@@b.l.wilson9724 Nice! Looking forward to seeing it.

[@Andrea-bdt]

I can only imagine how long videos must take but I hope you make many more! ❤❤❤

[@jbowenandcompany]

That's my plan! It takes some time but I'm always making projects now I just have to film them.

[@lisafriend5535]

I loved all of these projects.

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks so much🖤

[@Andrea-bdt]

I'm really loving vintage dark and moody this year. I'm glad I happened on your channel.

[@jbowenandcompany]

Yes, especially this time of year and after so many years of white. (Although I still like white). Thanks so much for letting me know and for watching.

[@Conquering-The-Chaos]

❤ loved them all!!

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks for watching and commenting🖤

[@suzannegriffin5121]

I love your banners. I love both equally, great idea!!!

[@jbowenandcompany]

@@suzannegriffin5121 Awwww thanks! They were so fun to make! I'm glad that you liked both. Thanks for commenting.

[@margarettallett762]

Great ideas! I've just finished doing black & gold with fine line crackle - used my finger too 😂😉 WELL DONE for your 2nd time filming on KZbin!

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks so much for the feedback and compliments. 😂 I need some fine line crackle. I've never used that exact product. What kind of projects are you making?

[@SmallGesturesVintageCrafts]

Great projects, and I love the painted birds! I have so many ideas now!! 😊

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks girl! Glad you liked them. Can't wait to see your projects.

[@CraftingWithTheHeart]

Everything came out beautiful. My favorite style

[@jbowenandcompany]

@@CraftingWithTheHeart Thank you for the compliment and feedback.🖤🖤🖤

[@donnashaw325]

Stunning! So glad you joined the KZbin family.

[@jbowenandcompany]

@@donnashaw325 Thanks so much for the warm welcome and kind words

[@murlepeterson6028]

The repainting of the birds ismy fav !

[@jbowenandcompany]

Yes, I love how the details pop. Thanks for the feedback.

[@Detaillink]

Very educational

[@jbowenandcompany]

I'm glad that you learned something. Stick around for more.

[@stellaroseboutique]

I love everything keep up the fantastic job!

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks so much for the compliment and encouragement. It means a lot.

[@conniemorgan8402]

So many ideas for cloches, birds and books ❤️❤️❤️

[@jbowenandcompany]

Yes! Thanks for watching

[@kathywashington2390]

Love the butterfly

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thank you! I thought it was a huge improvement and looked like it had been that way all along.

[@judyeldridge5786]

Love it all!!! So talented.

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks so much

[@CrazyCatLady1968]

New subscriber & I dark & moody has been my jam before it was cool ☺️ All of your projects are awesome & now I want to go thrifting for some birds instead of going to work 😁 I kinda sorta junk journal & have old book pages galore - you could coffee/tea stain new ones if you don’t have old ones too, & I definitely plan on doing a banner or two!

[@jbowenandcompany]

I hear ya! You sound like my kind of person. I would rather thrift any day than work. Let me know what you make. Dark and Moody before dark and moody was cool.

[@deborahjohnson3876]

The birds are my favorite!

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks so much for letting me know.

[@berthahobler2003]

Love your banners and the birds great projects thanks for sharing 😊

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks so much for watching and the feedback. I appreciate you.

[@QuentinCarr]

Why you gotta be so moody 🤣🤣🤣 love it Em. So talented.

[@jbowenandcompany]

Hahahha especially on Monday mornings.🤣

[@ladybugcarrie]

Lovin the moody vibe. ❣️ Great up cycles. 🐞

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thank you! These were fun to make.

[@conniemorgan8402]

New subscriber ❤️❤️❤️

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks so much for subscribing

[@spencercarr935]

Excellent makeovers!

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks for watching and the compliment. Now if that other brother of ours could get a youtube account

[@shericampbell8675]

Love the banners!

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks for letting me know!

[@conniemorgan8402]

I’m team vintage

[@jbowenandcompany]

We are on the same team

[@shadygardens2256]

I’m so happy to find your channel! I’ve been to Out of the Cedar Chest! I hope to get back up there before long and check out your booths! I loved the projects! I can’t even pick a favorite, but I’m going to copy you on that black with the gold technique. I have some things in my booth that are begging for a redo like that!❤

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks so much for letting me know! Where is your booth located? I'm so glad that this video was useful. Would love to see your finished products.

[@shadygardens2256]

I’m watching this video again! I have to try that technique of painting it black and then adding the gold touches! My booth is across the line in Alabama. It’s a great location, but I don’t work it as good as I should because I let my RA affect me too much.😞

[@NotoriousPND429]

While I like the book page banners, the covers to those books were amazing. I'd have used them in my decor for Halloween!

[@jbowenandcompany]

@@NotoriousPND429 Good idea! I still have them. 😜 Originally I was going to make a Halloween Banner so I used the "scary books", but it was a little too early for me then. I'm all over Halloween decor now.😁

[@CreateYourOwnCozy]

Girlfriend! 4.5K views on your second video. Great job and I enjoyed your video!

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks girl! Not a bad start.🤪 Actually, I'm thrilled. 😁Glad you liked it!

[@giorgismama8024]

Well done! Fellow Georgian here-South GA. Happened across your channel while in Tucson. I am actually about to visit my friend in Blairsville next week so will try to stop by one of your booths if timing works. Subscribed and look forward to seeing more.

[@jbowenandcompany]

Hello! Hope you are enjoying Tucson. Would love to have you stop by. Enjoy Blairsville and all of your travels. Thanks for commenting and I'm so thankful that you commented.

[@Crawfordrusticcreations]

New subscriber. Love these

[@jbowenandcompany]

@@Crawfordrusticcreations Hello! Thanks so much for subscribing and welcome.🌟🌟🌟I appreciate your compliment.

[@Crawfordrusticcreations]

@@jbowenandcompany 😀

[@keeshabrown4175]

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[@jbowenandcompany]

Thanks so much

[@terriallen2537]

Wow... only your 2nd KZbin video? You're going to be a natural! So glad to hear you're a Georgia Peach 🍑, so am I. I'm in the Lawrenceville area. Just became a subscriber and look forward to supporting you and your channel. 😊

[@jbowenandcompany]

Thank you so much for the compliment. I had been wanting to start a youtube channel for years but just now jumped in. You are not too far away. I'm glad that you introduced yourself. Thanks so much for commenting and suoporting my channel. It means a lot to me.🍑🍑🍑

[@terriallen2537]

@@jbowenandcompany my pleasure. I like to support my locals. I also support Heather from Create Your Own Cozy. She has a booth at one of the same shops. I need to make a visit and try to meet toy guys. Take care

[@nancynorman75155]

New subscriber here! I love your video. I love Fusion paint! I am from Georgia, too. I live in Athens, Ga. So glad I found your channel! 😊

[@jbowenandcompany]

@@nancynorman75155oh hello! Thanks for saying hello and stopping by. I'm glad you are here.

[@Aegopodium]

I was just wondering: is there a reason why you don't simply use an acrylic block with your clear stamps? It would be so much easier...

[@jbowenandcompany]

@@Aegopodium Hello. Good idea. No reason besides I just got excited and start working. Thanks for the reminder. I do have some in all sizes.🤪

[@carmenodin9779]

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[@jbowenandcompany]

Which part made you sick? 😜