May Flowers: Upcycled Vintage Summer Calendar Botanicals


Happy Monday, Friends!  I have heard from many of you who like me, are spending your stay-at-home days spring cleaning, raiding craft supply stashes, and tackling projects from your to-do lists. Over the weekend, I refreshed some framed vintage botanical prints that have been on my list for some time...

upcycled vintage botanicals

The original Joske's store chain opened in 1867 and was located in San Antonio. The chain was sold to Dillard's in 1987. The pair of botanicals originally belonged to my step-father's mother, Eloise. They were given to me several years ago. I don't know exactly how old they are, but I would estimate they are at least 40 years old, possibly older. 
upcycled vintage botanicals

To brighten the dark frames, I used Deco Art Chalky finish paint in the Lace shade. (I receive Deco Art paint as a member of the Blogger Outreach program. See full disclosure here.

upcycled vintage botanicals

To complete the look, I lightly distressed the frames with fine sandpaper. 

upcycled vintage botanicals

Here's a peek of them hanging in my living room. 

upcycled vintage botanicals

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  1. They're so pretty with the white distressed frames. I love the border you have around them.

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  2. Cecilia,

    These are so pretty! Updating the frames allows these to shine even more. Love the frame around them too!

    Cindy

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  3. They are beautiful. My sister used to have prints exactly like this in her home. I think she still does!

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  4. These are beautiful! Love how you refreshed the frames. I have two similar prints (not vintage, though) that hung in my law office back in the day. They have gold frames that I no longer like (just plain metal)so I've not done anything with them in years. Maybe now's the time lol Thanks for reminding me:)xo Kathleen

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  5. The frames look so pretty lightened up, Cecilia! And I love how you accented them with the larger frame surround!

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  6. I love old botanical prints. When I go to antique shows, I always have to stop at the print booths. Something special about a non-digital print, and those that are engraved are even more special. Fun project!

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  7. I love old pictures like this. I think that they are older than you think. I forget when zip codes started (I've Googled it before and forgotten), but I betcha these are before zips as there is no zip or city zone. Companies often used their addresses on labels as easy advertising.

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