I admit I am a late blomer when it comes to trends. Most of the time it takes a while for me to warm up to a new idea. Then by the time I love it the fad is over. So I am finally jumping on the chevron bandwagon…about 6 months late. I decided a yard sale trash can needed a little zigzag inspiration on it. I know I went through all this work for a trash can but that is what I do. I can’t help it, it is in my DNA to spray paint everything in site. Introducing my new Chevron painted trash can…
{SQUUUUEAL!!!} Oh the power of a can of spray paint!
Supplies:
Nasty Ghetto Trash Can
Krylon Peacock Blue spray paint
Krylon Metallic Silver spray paint
Krylon Gloss White spray paint
Rustoleum Clean Metal Primer
Silhouette machine
Chevron pattern purchased from the Silhouette store.
I found this trash can at a yard sale for $.50. I know I can’t believe I actually purchased someone’s trash can. Ewwwww! Gross! I couldn’t help it. It was cheap and I loved the shape of it. And of course after fumigating it with some spray paint I knew it would be sanitized and beautiful {snicker}.
1. I cleaned the can first with some soap and water and let it dry.
2. Then I took the can apart from the wire based and sprayed them both with Rustoleum Clean Metal Primer.
3. Then I sprayed the can part with Krylon White and the wire part Krylon Metallic Silver.
4. Then I used my Silhouette machine with the purchased chevron pattern from the Silhouette store and cut it out with some Silhouette vinyl.
5. I didn’t use transfer tape. I found it was easier to apply them by hand. I burnished them in place to make sure they were adhered well.
6. Then I tape off the top with some Scotch Tape with the plastic sheeting attached. Then I blasted it with some Krylon Peacock Blue spray paint.
7. While the paint was still wet I pulled off the vinyl. That is the key to getting clean, crisp lines.
I had a few touch ups to do and then I connected the base with the can.
Trashy is now in style! I can now upgrade my Dollar Tree wicker basket in my bathroom with this new beauty.
So am I over the top? Do you love it? Hate it? Think I am crazy for going through all that for a trash can?
Linking up:
I absolutely love it. Those little spike details are to die for precious! I never would have thought to buy that icky trashcan, so thanks for a little trashy inspiration.
Thank you OOna. I am so excited you like it.
That looks amazing. I already thought it was incredible but when I saw the before shot – wow … what a transformation! And I love that you did all that work for a trash can.
Yah thanks for appreciating the time with into it
Ok that is the cutest trashcan ever!! It needs to come live at my house
xoxox
Jen
You know what they say about one person’s trash {can} being another’s treasure! What an AMAZING transformation… fueled by your awesome creative vision. Great job! Nasty ghetto trash can no more!
have you considered custom drum finishing?
{giggle} and mess with your prized possession, are you kidding me? That is like asking a beginning seamstress to make a wedding dress. I wouldn’t touch them I would certainly screw them up.
yes, you are crazy, and yes, it looks great.
Crazy is good if it turns out well right?
I don’t think you are over the top at all..in fact, your post makes me feel MUCH better because last summer I bought a trash can at a yardsale for $.75 and spray painted it for my bathroom! LOL! Although I must say, I love the chevrons, and the blue..mine weny pewter grey.
I don’t think you are over the top at all..in fact, your post makes me feel MUCH better because last summer I bought a trash can at a yardsale for $.75 and spray painted it for my bathroom! LOL! Although I must say, I love the chevrons, and the blue..mine went pewter grey.
Oh good another trashy girl buying up trash cans at a yard sale. I love it.
I LOVE it! It is a lot of work to go through for a trash can but hey us DIY-ers enjoy the work and ultimately, that’s what it is about – making you happy!
Wow, that is really cute! I love anything chevron and the edginess the wire part brings to it. Awesome!
Beckie, love the trash can! Chevron pattern is a long time personal obsession of mine.
Yeah thanks Claire, that means a lot!
This is soo fun, Beckie! Who cares it it is ‘just’ a trashcan… it is a darn cute one now! (and I agree… it is in my DNA to spray paint stuff, too!)
I love that you “get me”
Thanks for validating my trashy can.
So cute – did you show it to Jen? She will surely post it! Bwahahaha
Of course I did and I begged her to facebook it out for me…ok beg is a strong term.
It is truly awesome! And no worries…I’m usually the absolute last person to catch the trend!
that is awesome-what a neat shape with those pointy spear parts. i just love how you said you are a late bloomer to things…me too! scarves as accessories-totally late to that party. jason mraz’s i’m yours. overplayed, but now i loooove it!
Giggle….yah someone who can relate. I am just now getting over damask. And I just finally bought boots this winter.
Seriously fabulous. Fabulous. Love love love.
Super cute!! Great job. I have a question – how do you touch up spray paint? I tried spraying it into a tray then using a foam brush to fix something and it brought all the paint back up and I was semi losing my mind. Noticed in your post you said you had a few touch ups to do so was curious. And btw I haven’t got on the chevron bandwagon yet either but I’m getting super close – just love it
I just tape off that part and respray it. It works for me pretty well.
Thanks for responding, I was hoping there was another way
LOVE IT! Great work! Very inspiring…although I don’t think I’d even THINK of taking on a trash can
Great job Beckie! I love the shape and style of that trash can and now the new colors! You weren’t crazy for bringing it home and making it yours. Have a happy 4th!
Well hello there Meredith. I haven’t come to say hi to you in a while. I am heading to Heardmont right now. Thanks for stopping by.
Never thought I’d say this… but that’s a pretty cool/unique trash can! Cute, Beckie! Nice job! Not surprised AT ALL that you painted a trashcan either. ; )
To know me is to love me right? Giggle…thanks Carmel
it looks good! But I don’t know if I could touch someone else’s garbage can! mostly mental, but still! haha
Yah I know. I debated for about 10 minutes before I finally was able to justify it in my head
Time was totally justified – ha! You’re a girl after my own heart. Why is it the small projects take for-evah and the big un’s just flow together? Love the chevron. Haven’t done it yet, but you’ve inspired me. I like it on an accent piece – that’s how stylish you are, Beckie. you’re trash can is an accent piece
– the stripes don’t overwhelm a space that way.
Happy 4th of July!
We are alike! I’m also slow on the trends, too slow I missed the quatrefoil fad. But I also gave a trash can a makeover, but mine was actually a laundry bucket, so not even a real trash can. Yours looks great. Love the vinyl idea to make it easier. There should be a “I even decorate my trash can” club, we’d be among friends I’m sure.
Hi,
I love this trashcan! I don’t think I would love it as much on a regularly shaped can, but this one is so unique! Good eye!
I have a question. I’ve always wanted some sort of machine like the silhouette. I tried researching them on my own, but I got a little discouraged. Do you recommend the one you have? Can you tell me which kind it is so I can read about it? Thanks so much!
Lacey,
I ADORE my SIlhouette. I highly recommend it. If you want to call me I can talk to you about it. Email me infarrantlycreative@gmail.com
Lacey,
I ADORE my SIlhouette SD. I highly recommend it. If you want to call me I can talk to you about it. Email me infarrantlycreative@gmail.com
Amazing! I haven’t jumped on the chevron bandwagon yet. I have to have a use or need for a project to try it, but a trash can- now that’s useful!
WOW! That really looks amazing! You did an excellent job!
Jeni @ Becoming Martha
WOW! That really looks amazing! You did an excellent job!
Jeni @ Becoming Martha
Oh my gosh it looks great! What a transformation from the old brass to the bright beautiful blue! Oh how I yearn for a Silhouette! This project is just beautiful!
Liking the new trash can a lot! You people and your Silhouettes … the uses are endless. Here I was thinking you had meticulously created that chevron pattern with tape. Silly me!
Heck no…I heart my Silhouette machine…makes my life a lot easier
Definitely one of the prettiest trash cans I’ve ever seen! Great job! Found you on Thrifty Treasures…
Love it! The colors the design…fabulous!
I stumbled on your site while looking for DIY inspiration. Great work, but why call the trash can ghetto?
Buying a used trash can might be considered gross by some people.
we had that can when i was growing up in the 60s. the points were always kinda dangerous with 4 little ones in the house.
Yah I bet. In my bathroom it is pretty safe.
I love your project!! I just featured it on my blog! I’m a new follower!
xoxo,Patty.
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Thank you Patty!