I bought this huge vase a couple of years ago, I planned to spray paint it, but just never got around to it. It was sooo crazy 1980s teal. I saw a expensive basket vase in a store and I knew then how I could make that crazy vase taking up space in my basement awesome!
Materials needed: Large vase, 250 ft (2 1/2 rolls) Blue Hawk Twisted Sisal Rope for landscaping from Lowes, hot glue & gun, brown spray paint, Mini Wax Wood Finish Stain Spray Paint in Early American #230.
Spray paint the vase with brown spray paint and let it dry overnight. Start wrapping and hot gluing the rope at the top edge. Make the rows as close together as you can get them. As you can see mine needed to be a little closer. Oops….oh well I still love it… hey, it adds character! Then I went back and wrapped the rope on the inner vase opening last.
Spray vase with the Wood Finish to stain the rope. Wear a glove and rub it in after each coat. I used the whole can. Love that they make this stain in a spray can! That’s it! Soo easy and that 80′s vase looks so much better! Welcome to the 21st century!
**I used stain to make it look more like a basket, instead of using spray paint that would hide the look of the twisted rope.** 
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Hi Kim, Very clever idea. Staining it first was a great idea. Have a great week. Joyous Wishes, Linda
Oooo… Love this too!
Looks super cool now.
I like the make over. I am inviting you come and be part of my blog hop:
http://juliejewels1.blogspot.com/2012/02/lobster-stuffed-mushrooms-show-your.html
What?! I didn’t know they made stain in a spray form! How awesome! I love how it tempered down the new rope! The vase looks awesome now!
Fantastic project!!! I’ve been wanting to do something similar with candle holders for the longest time – well, your results cinch it; and now, I’ve got some vases to cover too!!!!!
Thanks for the inspiration!
Take care,
Christina
http://www.designingbynumbers.com
That is such a great idea! Pinned!
Very lovely! I have a few vases sitting around that could use this!
love its new look!
Looks fantastic! Thank you so much for sharing this last weekend at Inspiration Friday!
Vanessa
I’m new to your blog and I love it!! You have some really fantastic ideas here. Can’t wait to see what else you come up with. I’ve shared this particular post on my blog as I think my readers will enjoy it as much as I have. http://adesiretoinspire.blogspot.com/2012/02/rope-vase-redo.html
Love your vase! I didn’t realize they make stain in a spray can! Awesome! I’ve always avoided stain because it was so messy and looked hard to use. I think I could so do that!
Thanks for sharing your project!
~Angela
This is adorable! I hope you’ll link it up to my new linky party! I’m a new follower! Hope you’ll stop by and follow along if you’d like!
Mallory @ Classy Clutter
http://classyclutter.blogspot.com/2012/02/saturday-spotlight-2.html
Wow! This is stunning! I never would have thought to use rope on the vase, but it adds just depth and texture.
Hope you’ll link up to my new link party!
Mauvin’ Monday
Cheers,
Jessica, your newest follower.
I love it SO much! Thank you so much for linking this up, I love this vase, what a fun transformation. I’m featuring it today on Topsy Turvy Tuesdays
love this! it looks so great and I love the look of rope, natural fibers mixed with other combinations… thanks for sharing your “how to” tip!
this turned out so awesome! I love the look of rope and other natural fibers !
Very cool! I really like the color better after you sprayed it. Never would have thought to spray paint the rope.
yes, it DOES look awesome.
Thank you for your contribution to our ‘Time for a Party’ link-up. Tomorrow we’ll open a new party at http://www.finecraftguild.com/party/ and we’d love to see you there then again with a beautiful project like this.
Till then! Keep up that great creativity!!!
Super cute! Would you ever be interested in guest posting on my blog? if you want the details, just email me
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Love the vase. I love anything with sisal though, so I’m an easy mark! I’m working on adding sisal to our dining room chairs right now.
Barb
http://www.turtlesandtails.blogspot.com
Wow! That turned out awesome!! I’m sure it took quite a bit of time, but the end result is great!
Love it! My mom has a large vase just like that…I am thinking I may have to sneak it out of her house and do this too! I am hosting my 2nd link party, and would love for you to add this along with anything else you like!
http://www.mom4realky.blogspot.com/2012/02/4-real-friday-link-party-2.html
Jessica @ Mom 4 Real
What a great new look! Thanks for sharing at Terrific Tuesdays.
Great look! I’m your newest linky follower-stop by for a visit!
LOVE! I have a vase that’s going to get this treatment as soon as I can find my roll of twine in the garage. Thanks for linking up.
How crafty are you!? Love it! Great job and thanks so much for showing off at my place! So darn cute!
Love this idea. Fun take on ‘wrapping’ something. Would love to have you come link-up at Finished it Friday! Have a fabulous weekend! ~Kimberlee, The Spunky Diva