Little Red Candle Lantern

This old junker has been outside for years. 
It was faded and rusty and ready for a new life.
I'm using my new favorite red called Smoldering Red 
by Benjamin Moore

I tried this gorgeous color on another project and I 
couldn't wait to use it again.

After a couple coats of the red, the hand painting itch got me.

I wanted to give the lantern a little pizazz and bright
colored pennants were just what it needed.

I used Americana Multi-surface Satin Paint
by DecoArt for the flags.




Cute little whimsical detail that is just fun!




I replaced the candle lantern on the outdoor fence hook,



added a battery operated candle.


And this little cutie has a whole new life!




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Comments

  1. UnknownJuly 27, 2013 at 12:10 PM

    It's really gorgeous! I often visit your blog and always find amazing projects and food for inspiration :)
    I have this same lantern but mine is aqua so that it matches the rest of my balcony decor.
    Have a nice week-end
    Donatella (Italy)

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  2. Okio B DesignsJuly 27, 2013 at 12:21 PM

    That is just the cutest lantern makeover ever!

    Jeanine

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  3. Korrie@RedHenHomeJuly 27, 2013 at 12:22 PM

    So cute, Susan! Love your little pennants.

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  4. DonnaJuly 27, 2013 at 1:28 PM

    Really cute and so creative!

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  5. KathleenJuly 28, 2013 at 5:03 AM

    It came out great! Love the pennants.

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  6. BlissJuly 28, 2013 at 7:52 AM

    I know a lot of old Junkers that could use something smoldering!

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  7. My Repurposed LifeJuly 29, 2013 at 8:06 PM

    I love quick and easy makeovers, and the more whimsical the better. :)

    cute lantern!

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  8. Christine at Little BragsJuly 30, 2013 at 11:59 PM

    omg, how fun is that..pinning to my lantern board!! LOVE IT!

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  9. The Cottage Market {Andrea} ♥August 2, 2013 at 6:27 AM

    This is soooooooo adorable! I simply LOVE IT!!!! TFS...Hugs...

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