Friday, October 2, 2015

Stenciled Window Screens

It was a happy day when I discovered some vintage sliding screens at an antique mall last month. I'm always on the hunt for a new supply of old screens to stencil, so I grabbed all three that were hanging in the booth, then checked every nook and cranny for more. No such luck, so I turned three screens into five by separating the two larger ones.
Flea Market custom stenciled vintage window screen
Screen #1 points the way to the Flea Market. 

flea market custom stenciled vintage window screen
 I used a Flea Market stencil that I created with my Silhouette Cameo on two of the separated screens. The cheap sticky shelf paper liner was a real pain to work with because it wouldn't stick to the screen, but at least it was easy to remove so I could use it on screen #2.  

repurposed custom stenciled flea market window screen
A very dry brush and pouncing motion leaves a crisp line on the heavy texture of the screen.  

Large Bingo stencil from #oldsignstencils at Funky Junk Interiors
Screen #3 was stenciled with one of my favorite Old Sign Stencils that I received from Funky Junk Interiors. Even though I had to tweak parts of the stencil to fit on the screen, it was a whole lot easier to work with than the vinyl.  

stenciled vintage window screen with Bingo stencil from Funky Junk Interiors Old Sign Stencils
 I used white acrylic paint to stencil the first overlay, then black acrylic paint for the BINGO and Free Space overlay.  The final step was to glue a magnet to the back of each wooden game piece. Now it's a functional magnetic board and not just a cute sign!

stenciled window screen from www.MySalvagedTreasures.com
Screen #4 found a new home during my vintage show a couple of weeks ago. Screen #5 (not pictured) was stenciled with an Eiffel Tower postage stamp.

Custom stenciled vintage goods repurposed window screen
The original version of my Vintage Goods folding screen still hangs in my entryway. You can see that post here.
I'm going out treasure hunting at a vintage street fair on Sunday. I'll bet you can guess what's on my shopping list!

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29 comments:

  1. Carlene @ Organized ClutterOctober 2, 2015 at 4:05 PM

    I have never stenciled on screens. I will have to give it a try! Love yours!

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  2. Sandi @ The Primitive SkateOctober 2, 2015 at 5:24 PM

    Love these! They turned out awesome!

    Sandi

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  3. 20 North OraOctober 2, 2015 at 5:25 PM

    These are so cute! Great job!

    Judy

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  4. Linda @ Itsy Bits And PiecesOctober 2, 2015 at 6:04 PM

    I love this idea! They look great, Betsy!

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  5. Gigi Harlan - artistOctober 2, 2015 at 7:46 PM

    What a fantastic idea and they look absolutely wonderful!

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  6. Julia - Vintage with LacesOctober 2, 2015 at 10:40 PM

    I LOVE them, Betsy! They are fabulous! Good luck with finding more vintage screens tomorrow.

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  7. KathyOctober 2, 2015 at 10:41 PM

    Betsy, you are just so darn clever. Love those screens!

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  8. TamaraOctober 3, 2015 at 4:21 AM

    I'm always amazed at your wonderful ideas! They are so rustic and unique. Thank you for sharing and have a great weekend..

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  9. AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNaOctober 3, 2015 at 4:26 AM

    It sounds difficult to stencil on screens but yours look crisp and wonderful! Great idea! I hope you find more on Sunday.

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  10. JeanieOctober 3, 2015 at 4:43 AM

    Honestly Betsy, your creativity sends my brain whirling! These are really terrific and I can see why they get snatched up at your sale! Very clever with the magnets, too!

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  11. BlissOctober 3, 2015 at 6:05 AM

    LOVE them, and pinned 'em.

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  12. Keri RobertsOctober 3, 2015 at 6:11 AM

    These are very cool Betsy!! Great job!!

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  13. BarberryLane DesignsOctober 3, 2015 at 6:28 AM

    Very Cool, glad I didn't miss these great ideas!.Fun way to give some privacy to a porch too. Thanks, Sandi

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  14. Tuula @ Thrifty Rebel VintageOctober 3, 2015 at 6:39 AM

    These are so great! I've been looking for old screens since I saw some you stencilled a while ago, but haven't found any yet. I'll keep looking. Would love to do some myself.

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  15. Oliva OhlsonOctober 3, 2015 at 7:07 AM

    WOW...truly fabulous stenciled screens!!! Hmmm...I have some extra window screens in the basement...I think I can do this. Pinned

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  16. DD's CottageOctober 3, 2015 at 7:27 AM

    Great idea for the screens Betsy-so creative!

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  17. Glenda/MidSouthOctober 3, 2015 at 8:07 AM

    What a great idea. Hope you have a successful shopping trip tomorrow.
    Enjoy the weekend.

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  18. JunkchiccottageOctober 3, 2015 at 8:09 AM

    Good Morning Betsy,
    I love these they are so great. Ohhhhhh I love your vintage goods sign hanging in your entry. That is fabulous.
    Have a wonderful week end.
    Kris

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  19. Rose LOctober 3, 2015 at 10:14 AM

    I had not seen screens painted before! On home screens this might be cute to add an architectural effect to corners of screens, or corner lace look. Know what I mean?

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  20. Michelle L.October 3, 2015 at 11:03 AM

    Wait, hold the phone, did you turn a screen into a magnetic bingo card? OMGeeeeee, you are good! Love them all. The things you see!

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  21. Ann @ makethebestofthingsOctober 3, 2015 at 12:46 PM

    So much clever awesomeness. Really creative and I'm going to make some too. Painted screens, who knew?

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  22. Charm Bracelet Diva {at Home}October 3, 2015 at 7:28 PM

    Wow, I honestly don't know whether I've ever noticed these things before while I was out junkin. But of course now you KNOW I'll be looking for them! I never wold have thought that paint would work well on the screens but as my father used to say, "You learn something every day!" They look great! xoKathleen

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  23. handmade by amaliaOctober 3, 2015 at 10:12 PM

    These are super cool, Betsy. I love the bingo one.
    Amalia
    xo

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  24. Beatrice EuphemieOctober 4, 2015 at 9:37 PM

    I love these, Betsy! The bingo screen is just too cute! You are so creative! xo Karen

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  25. Linda@Coastal CharmOctober 4, 2015 at 10:14 PM

    Betsy,
    These are soooo darn cute (love that Flea Market one).

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  26. Donna WilkesOctober 5, 2015 at 2:07 PM

    Love the screen art! I have used these screens when I can find them.

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  27. The adventures of Jolly and HappyOctober 6, 2015 at 7:44 AM

    ok I love this!! I would never think to use the screen.

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  28. Suzan SweatmanOctober 6, 2015 at 5:18 PM

    Oh my gosh you're a genius - really Betsy - you ARE !
    My kitchen screens are going to get this treatment - without a doubt - I'm in love with this idea and would never have thought of it in a million years - pinning !
    xox

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  29. Joy@aVintageGreenOctober 6, 2015 at 6:51 PM

    Brilliant idea. Very exciting Betsy. What a great way to make signs. Pinned.

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