11.29.2012

DIY Nutcrackers.

Last year West Elm was selling a modern interpretation of the traditional nutcracker.

West Elm.

West Elm Price:  $29. - $59.
Hmmmmm.....

 Of course, the little wheels in my mind started running thinking I could duplicated the look for less.

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A coat of spray primer and gold spray paint...
 


West Elm price: $29-$59. each.
My price: less than $5.00 each.

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14 comments:

beth said...

Stunning ! I love Nutcrackers in all shapes and colors ! These are beautiful.

Madeline Kronfeld said...

I've been obsessed with gold spray paint lately - love this!

Madeline Kronfeld said...

I've been obsessed with gold spray paint lately - I love this!

Casey @Waffling said...

Cute!! I saw white ones at Winners this year too if anyone is feeling too lazy for spraypaint. Love the gold tho!

Dwell by Cheryl said...

Brilliant Michelle! Why didn't I think about that. I passed by three at Goodwill yesterday.

Anonymous said...

Great idea to keep Christmas decor classy! I'm on my way to DI now!

But really, we are all on pins and needles waiting for your new living room wall reveal! What's that? Even YOU have to sleep and feed your family?

(really great job on the stairs!)

Unknown said...

genius! since i sorta find regular ones kinda creepy. these are way less creepy and shiny!!

Unknown said...

Such a great idea! A great way to update a traditional item!

Goldylocks and the Barrows said...

Such a good idea.

Amanda said...

Those are gorgeous! I love nutcrackers, and I love that modern take on them even more!

Mindi@MyLove2Create said...

These are so stinkin cute Michelle!

Anne said...

Such a good idea- I never thought about diying one!

Lindsee said...

Did you de-beard?? If so, how, if you don't mind sharing. I love them! Classy!

Unknown said...

Hi Lindsee,
Yes, I de-bearded. I just ripped the fur right off the hat and beard. Then I lightly sanded off the glue. Took maybe 5 minutes.
Thanks!