Friday, June 8, 2012

Empty Promises

I love getting my hands on vintage frames
that no longer hold photos or artwork.
They may be empty, but they hold so much promising potential.
With new artwork inside or converted into chalkboards,
they take on a whole new look, but
often they are a work of art all by themselves,
and look beautiful left empty - by themselves or in a grouping.

Sometimes I paint them,
sometimes they don't need an ounce of help from me.
Here are a few I've had the pleasure of selling in my shop the last few years.
This antique frame was one of my favorites.
RESERVED for my funny friend - Antique Gold Dimensional Large Wooden Wall Frame - Wedding Decor - 24-1/4 x 18-1/4
This was an ornate, little Italian frame.  
RESERVED for Anja - Vintage Gold Ornate Metal Frame  - Wedding Decor
This is a pair that looked lovely after painting them pale blue.
Slate Blue Oak Frames - Set of 2 - Wall Art or Wedding Decor - Simple Elegance - 19-3/4 x 15-5/8

This was a simple frame, but the corners were ornate.
RESERVED for VintageAuntie - Antique Gold Dimensional Large Wooden Wall Frame - Wall Art or Wedding Decor - 30-1/4 x 24-1/4
Some of these old antique frames had such incredible details.
Antique Large Ornate Wooden Frame  - Wedding Decor - Wall Art - 26-1/2 x 22-1/2

RESERVED for PreludeDude - Vintage Gold Dimensional Large Wooden Wall Frame - Wall Art or Wedding Decor - 31 x 25
I really miss the old stump at our old house.
It was the perfect place to photograph frames.
I may have to go search for another old stump and "plant" it!
Gold Dimensional Large Vintage Wooden Frame - Wall Art or Wedding Decor - 22-3/4 x 17-3/4
I'm having a great time visiting my family and enjoying my old home state.

Blessings,
Angie
 

15 comments:

  1. I love the ornate look of those old frames. Thanks for sharing.

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  2. enjoy time spent w/family... love the frames on that tree!
    empty frames are a curiosity, huh?

    Pat

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  3. These are lovely! Frames are one of the first things I'm drawn to at sales -- love how you photographed them -- yes, --go find a new stump LOL

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  4. I love old frames too; but having a heck of a time finding nice ornate ones around here! Yours are lovely!

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  5. These are all lovely, Angie...and I love how you use them, too! Enjoy your visit!

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  6. Wonderful frame ideas. Enjoy your visit!
    Patricia

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  7. These are beautiful, I collect old beat up frames too. The chippier the better!
    ♥Linsey

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  8. Angie, I love me some old frames, too! I especially love your big gold ornate one...and how clever to arrange them on a tree-love it!
    Susan

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  9. luving the old frames!
    great opps for creativity for sure :)
    thx for sharing yours...

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  10. Angie,
    Oh I love old frames too! Hop over and grab my featured button (found under my header) for your blog...yes you have been featured at Nifty Thrifty Tuesday.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  11. How blessed you are to have such a lovely collection of frames! I've been wanting to find some to decorate my home with but haven't had a chance to do a little vintage hunting. So glad that you are having a wonderful time.

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  12. I want to start looking for frames, too! I love the possibilities!

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  13. You will definately have to get an 'old stump' from somewhere!
    It shows off the old frames perfectly.

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  14. Isn' it amazing how creative one can be with an old frame? You've certainly repurposed them in special ways. Your photos are wonderful....frames to be framed! I especially like the Italian frame with the vintage photo, clock and spool...lovely!

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