Tennis Racket Frames

April 8th, 2010 in member junk

bluejean, member

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Inspired by vintage childrens reading books, I designed these prints to reflect that design style. N is for nest.

Inspired by vintage children's reading books, I designed these prints to reflect that design style. N is for nest.

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Inspired by one of Sue's books, I used the wooden frames that used to hold the head of a tennis racket and made them into picture frames. I painted them black and then put in glass (I cut the corners off to make room for the screws) added a print I designed, put in a piece of chip board for backing and screwed the layers together. I then added eye hooks and picture wire so that it could be hung. I think it also looks great just propped up on a shelf.

Pattern or design used: My own design - repurposedantiques.etsy.com

posted in: member junk, wood, glass, industrial, country, family room, white, kitchen, living room, bedroom, black, entry, bathroom, study, office, great room, contemporary, wire, mudroom, game room, paint, tennis racket frame

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Comments (13)

MakinItHappen writes: These are gorgeous! I love em. Posted: 11:58 am on April 13th

alicemom writes: Those are so darling! Love the pictures you put in the frames too.
smiles, alice Posted: 11:56 pm on April 10th

shabbychick writes: Such a clever use, and they show off the prints so well!

Thanks for sharing.

Kathy Posted: 8:23 am on April 10th

NDJunkGirl writes: I am so impressed with this post! LOVE IT. The frames are cool as well as the prints. Who wouldn't love this?

Andrea Posted: 8:17 pm on April 9th

racers7 writes: Very clever and cute! Melody Posted: 4:31 pm on April 9th

summerland writes: Love this idea. I wonder if my mom still has hers that I remember from childhood!

Nia Posted: 1:04 pm on April 9th

fellowjunker writes: Wonderful project....these look awesome black with the black and white prints!
xojanis Posted: 10:59 am on April 9th

SeaGlassLady writes: What a great idea...They look fabulous! Posted: 10:35 am on April 9th

Junk_Sophisticate writes: Love these! The simple graphics from the books are just perfect to display. Thanks for sharing with us.
Candy Posted: 10:29 am on April 9th

RustyDiva writes: Oooooo, lovin these SO much!!! Another great idea I would have never thought of and I pass these up all the time in the thrift stores. Not any more!!!! Posted: 10:28 am on April 9th