While I’m not a watch wearer, Gloria absolutely loves them. She has quite a few and she loves coordinating them with her outfits. She has a large watch display box, but it’s rapidly filling up. When I spotted a smaller one at Goodwill recently, I knew I could give it a makeover and have it blend in perfectly with her jewelry displays. What started off as a plain brown watch box now has a completely different look. Have a look at the thrift store watch box makeover from drab to fab!
A few years ago, Gloria discovered her love of large Michael Kor and Kate Spade watches.She also enjoys having her watches and some of her favorite jewelry pieces on display in her bedroom. While the brown thrift store box wouldn’t work for her, some spray paint and Washi tape could easily change the look. The box was a very basic one, but it was in great shape. For $2.99 it was a great find!
The cushions looked as though they had been used very gently.
Using painter’s tape, I completely covered the glass top before painting.
I used TSP to clean the box before spray painting it with Krylon CoverMaxx Paint and Primer, Bright White Satin.
It took two coats before getting the coverage I wanted.
Painting the inside trim was a little tricky. I removed the partitions and covered the sides with painter’s tape. I cut strips of card stock to line the bottom before painting. I didn’t want the paint to be sprayed on the openings and lining, but I couldn’t tape over them because I didn’t want to cover the area around the openings. So, I started looking around for something that could be stuffed into the slots. Toothpicks! Sometimes you have to improvise!
Once the paint was dry, I gave it a coat of Krylon Crystal Clear Finish. I used gold glittery Washi tape as a trim for the box to give it a little glam look to match Gloria’s decor.
While this was a simple paint project, I love the new look and more importantly, so does Gloria.
We took it over to her place for pictures.
It fits in beautifully with her other gold jewelry display items.
As her collection of watches continues to grow, this should come in handy for her.
I love how it looks sitting atop the dresser that was given a makeover last year.
I love a thrift store find makeover that is budget friendly that turns out great!
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Thrift Store Watch Box Makeover
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candy says
Now that turned beautiful. Cool idea. Thanks for linking up with #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty.
Beverly says
Thanks, Candy! Thanks for the party, too.
Carol ("Mimi") says
The watch display box turned out looking fabulous, especially with the other jewelry display pieces on the dresser. (I like the entire display). Great makeover!
Beverly says
Thank you, Carol! I’m sure Gloria will appreciate that! I love her jewelry display, too.
Laurie says
Love the watch box. I’ve never see one before. What a fantastic find for someone who has several watches. I love the white with the gold strip, it adds a nice bit of glam! Looks great with the rest of Gloria’s jewelry too. Great makeover Beverly!
Beverly says
Thank you, Laurie! It was a great find. I gave Gloria a pretty one for her birthday last year that is larger. I think it was about $30. To find this one for $2.99 was great. I already had the paint and tape, so it was definitely budget friendly! She’s happy with it how it goes with her other pieces, so that’s a win!
Grammy Dee says
Thank you for linking up at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I shared this post on Facebook, Google+, Pinterest, and Twitter.
Beverly says
Thanks for the party, Dee and thanks so much for sharing!
[email protected] says
I’ve seen a couple of watch boxes in thrift stores over the years but never thought of upcycling one. This one you did for Gloria is beautiful. I love her jewelry display and the watch box just adds, even more, glamor to the display.
Beverly says
This was the first time I had seen one at Goodwill. I was pleased to have found it. Thanks so much, Sharon!
Clearissa says
Wow! I had no idea a “watch box” existed. I learned something here. But although I was not aware a watch box existed, I do know a beautifully executed craft project when I see one and the finished product is gorgeous. I also love your jewelry station. Very pretty. Thank you for sharing this post at the #BloggingGrandmothersLinkParty. I shared on social media.
Beverly says
How kind! Thank you, Clearissa! Thanks for the party and the shares!
Lori Hill-Smith says
That turned out very pretty! Thank you for linking up at #TheBloggingGrandmothersLinkParty.
Beverly says
Thank you, Lori! Thanks for the party.
Rhonda Gales says
Stopping by from Sunday’s Best. I love thrift store finds. The makeover is great. The gold really makes it pop. Thanks for sharing.
Beverly says
Thanks, Rhonda! I love finding items at thrift stores that just need simple makeovers to bring them back to life. Paint can do wonders! Thanks for the party!
Helen at Pleasures of the NW says
Thanks for sharing at the Pleasures of the NW DIY party
Beverly says
Thanks for the party, Helen.
Sandra Garth says
Very nice makeover! I’ll be on the lookout for a watch boxes when I go thrifting, my sons would love this. Thank you for sharing with us this week at Celebrate Your Story, and have a great weekend.
Beverly says
Thank you, Sandra. I was happy to have found this watch box at Goodwill. Personalizing one for a particular style is easy. Thanks for the party! Hope you have a wonderful weekend.
Julie Christiansen says
What a great transformation! I love the little bit of glitz the gold tape adds. Great work!
Beverly says
Thanks, Julie! I know, right? Something as simple as washi tape can really add to the overall look.