A Vintage window transforms to a cup and plate holder

This is linked to the Country Chic Cottage See all of the window transformations! 


I had a huge empty wall in my kitchen just before you go out the back door to the garage (The fact that I had a huge wall anywhere is surprising because of my little house) I needed some where to display my heirloom cups, saucers, and Salt and pepper shakers my mother had given me from her collection.  Most importantly I needed a mirror to take a quick look before I headed out the door.  Have you ever taken one last look and realized you didn't comb your hair or put your make up on?  One time I had put on my favorite suit, I loved it because the jacket and skirt were a silky light fabric.  I grabbed my purse and keys and thought I would take that one last peek as I headed out the door for my sales job.  OMG the skirt was silky all right I had put on my slip , but forgot to put the skirt on?  

Here is what I came up with for the big empty wall to meet all of my needs

I got the window for $15.00 at an antique fair then I screwed a board to bottom for a shelf

I put coat hooks to hang the cups

I found this mirror, I think it was the front of an old bathroom vanity cabinet.  I screwed it right into the  window frame and then added a couple of cabinet knobs for interest.

Now to mount the plates I put 2 little finishing nails in the window frame

Behind the plates I used this removable blue, I call it booger stuff, what is it?

So, there you have it, It is right by the door that slams and it does not budge.  I have no worry about anything falling off, it is really solid.

I hope I have inspired you to stretch your imagination.  you can do more with that vintage window, you can make it useful.

"Imagination is the highest kite one can fly"

Lauren Bacall

Happy Crafting!

Carol