How to Easily Update an Old Pitcher

In just a few minutes you can update an 
old metal pitcher like this one. 
How to Easily Update an Old Pitcher. Homeroad.net

With just a little white Krylon spray paint and a little distressing along the rims.
Update an Old Pitcher. Homeroad.net
   

I stamped on a number using Stayzon ink (affiliate link) and you get a quick and easy beautiful update!
How to Update an Old Pitcher. Homeroad.net
How to Update an Old Metal Pitcher. Homeroad.net
How to update a metal thrift store pitcher. Homeroad.net

Happy Crafting!




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  1. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMay 17, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    This is great, Susan! I love the number and the simpler look from what it was!

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  2. UnknownMay 17, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    Nothing like a little white paint! Simple, chic!

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  3. KarenMay 17, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    Wow that is a great redo! It turned out so farmhouse chic.

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  4. Laurel@ChippingwithCharmMay 17, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Looks great...I finally got some of that ink, on your recommendation. Guess I'd better give it a try :) Chat soon, Laurel

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  5. Betsy BrockMay 17, 2011 at 9:16 PM

    LOVE that!!!

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  6. High Street CottageMay 17, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    Susan, it's gorgeous! I have never tried Stayz on ink, I'll have to look for it. It really turned out pretty, and I love that you didn't just spray it. the distressing and number added so much, tami

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  7. AnonymousMay 17, 2011 at 9:45 PM

    Love it. It looks fabulous and I love the #2. Hugs Marty

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  8. Sandi @ The Primitive SkateMay 17, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    Wow! What a wonderful idea. I have a few pitchers laying around in the basement. I hung onto them figuring I would come up with an idea someday! Thanks for sharing.

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  9. AngelaMay 18, 2011 at 5:44 AM

    Susan, Love those stamp pads. Rushed out and got one when you first posted about it. Have made some cute postcard pillows with it. Will show them later in the week. Love the pitcher. Great transformation. Love things with numbers on them. Not surprissed it has sold already.

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  10. Crazy WonderfulMay 18, 2011 at 7:25 AM

    Ahhh... so pretty!!!! I'm a sucker for anything with numbers on it lately :D Great transformation!

    Shelley
    www.westermanfam.blogspot.com

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  11. SuzanneMay 18, 2011 at 1:15 PM

    I'm so jealous that you have an eye for that. I would have walked right by that hideous pitcher. But you made it so lovely!

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  12. AnonymousMay 18, 2011 at 3:26 PM

    So much cuter!! Great project

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  13. NanMay 18, 2011 at 5:56 PM

    Very nice Susan! I love it!

    Also, thank you for visiting my blog and the vote of confidence. I'm going to live with it a bit and hopefully it will grow on me! Thanks again!

    Nan

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  14. .May 18, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    Wow! That turned out fantastic! I never would have thought to spray paint that. :)

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  15. UnknownMay 18, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    Hi, I'm a new follower. Can't wait to read more of your blog.

    Morela

    ihearttoystudio.com
    addsomechaos.blogspot.com

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  16. UnknownMay 18, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    I love this! I just became a follower, and look forward to seeing more!

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  17. interestingplacesMay 18, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    Hi,visiting from the Thrifty Thursday blog hop. I've followed your blog before. I would love if you could return the favor.
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    Thank you.

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  18. LeanneMay 18, 2011 at 10:59 PM

    I love what a little spray paint, a stamp, and a few minutes can do. Thanks for linking to Home Decor and Organizing Link Party. I'll be featuring this.

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  19. UnknownMay 18, 2011 at 11:41 PM

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    Thanks

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  21. asiadeliMay 19, 2011 at 5:10 AM

    Visiting from the Thrifty Thursday blog hop. I'm now following your blog. I hope you could follow me back.
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    Thank you.

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  22. wyochatfieldsMay 19, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    Awesome, I love what paint can do!!!

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  23. OlgaMay 19, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    It looks great. The magic of paint!
    Visiting from Thrifty Thursday Blog Hop

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  24. AmyMay 19, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Neat easy project! Thanks for sharing :D I am a new follower from the hop. Hope you can come and visit Little Bit and I at: http://socialstudiesmomma.blogspot.com/

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    Thanks and Keep in Touch!

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  26. AnonymousMay 19, 2011 at 4:48 PM

    At first I didn't think the pitcher was too bad...until I saw what you did. Much better! It's great.

    I'm a new follower from Thrifty Thursday. I can't wait to see more of your craftiness. http://www.grandmasguidetolife.blogspot.com

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  27. UnknownMay 19, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE it! I knew I should have snagged the one that was at my local GW for weeks! Never thought to paint it. DUH! Of course, now it's G-O-N-E.

    Keepin' my eyes out for another. :-)

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  28. Blissful & DomesticMay 20, 2011 at 3:02 PM

    Love it! It reminds me of living in the country. I wanted to let you know I am featuring this over at Blissful and Domestic today. Stop by and grab a button.

    www.blissfulanddomestic.blogspot.com

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  29. angieMay 20, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    yeah...it only looks....i don't know....about A BILLION times better!!!!!!! great job! :)

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  30. RuthMay 20, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    The number stencil makes it look so much better. I love this quick and easy transformation.

    I came over from 504 Main.

    Ruth

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  31. Sassy Sites!May 20, 2011 at 11:37 PM

    I always LOVE your work!! I wish I would have had this for my number party last week! :) Thanks for linking up at the Sassy Sites Free For All party! When you get a chance, come back by and see what we've done for the American Crafter's competition... and maybe vote for us too! *wink*

    xoxo!
    Marni @ Sassy Sites!

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  32. Megan GunyanMay 21, 2011 at 1:57 AM

    That looks brilliant! What are those white flowers? So beautiful?

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  33. Okio B DesignsMay 21, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    Love it, love it, love it! I hope to hit Goodwill next week and now I know what to look for. Plus it doesn't hurt that 2 is my favorite number!

    Jeanine (formerly OneCheapBitch.blogspot)

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  34. c.w.frostingMay 22, 2011 at 7:55 PM

    Very simple & pretty spray paint makeover! (spray-over?) What would we do without spray paint? Following from SBLC's thrifty thurs!

    -caroline @ c.w.frosting

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  35. gail@My Repurposed LifeMay 29, 2011 at 7:27 PM

    LOVE it! Super re-do. Catching you this week,
    gail

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