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Map Footlocker

   I found this footlocker at a thrift store about 10 years ago.
I have decided to change it up a bit with some
thrift store maps and some Mod Podge for my Challenge on OMTWI
Here's what I did:
 I used Mod Podge to attach some thrift store maps to the footlocker.
Used a craft knife to cut around the hinges and smoothed out any air bubbles or wrinkles. Repeat overlapping maps until the footlocker is completely covered. Then last step apply 2-3 coats of Matte Mod Podge and
DONE  in less than an hour!


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43 comments:

  1. Vivienne @ the V SpotApril 14, 2011 at 10:04 AM

    I love this project. :) LOVE!

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  2. Jade RahlApril 14, 2011 at 10:11 AM

    o.o That's awesome. Love it! Great idea :)

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  3. Nicole @ Two and Two is 4April 14, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    That looks great!!!!

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  4. UnknownApril 14, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    love the map chest.. great idea

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  5. Kenton and Marianne OggApril 14, 2011 at 3:43 PM

    It was pretty easy to spot which project was yours =) Is that the time out chair in the first picture? The one facing the wall...

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  6. The Charm of HomeApril 14, 2011 at 5:12 PM

    That is wonderful! I love the wall too with the propeller! Travel themes are awesome. Thanks for linking up!
    Shery

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  7. UnknownApril 14, 2011 at 8:49 PM

    I knew this one was yours! Love it!

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  8. Sandi @the WhistleStop CafeApril 14, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    I love this project! It is so YoU ... a Friday's Favorite for sure :-)

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  9. Maryann @ Domestically-SpeakingApril 14, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    Very cool! I'm lovin' the maps right now too!

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  10. Courtney ~ French Country CottageApril 15, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    So creative- loving the map look! Shared on FB~ Thanks for sharing at FNF! :)

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  11. Decor To AdoreApril 15, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    I absolutely adore this project! I am hosting a Springtime Craft and Project linky party today and I would love it if you would particpate.

    There is a giveaway involved. :)

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  12. Hannah JacklynApril 15, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    great job, I love this! lately i have been lusting over geographical accents, I also love the map on your wall. :)

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  13. AmandaApril 15, 2011 at 10:07 AM

    I loved loved LOVED your project this past week!

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  14. JenApril 15, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    That is so cool!! Thanks Michell for linking up, and listing me in your party linky list. :)It is very much appreciated!! It is a new party, and the more exposure , the better! :)
    Cheers!
    Jen
    www.cariboobutterfly.com

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  15. UnknownApril 15, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    Love the chest. I am bookmarking it!

    Here is a link to a fine art photography giveaway that I am hosting on my blog (Last day today 4/15). The artist is Melanie Alexandra and has more than 200 images in her Etsy store to choose from. To win her fabulous photography you just have to leave me a comment telling me which is your favorite image in her store.

    http://houseonashwelllane.blogspot.com/2011/04/fine-art-photography-giveaway-by.html

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  16. UnknownApril 15, 2011 at 11:42 AM

    Gorgeous. Check out my map settee. It'd look right at home here. http://froufrugal.blogspot.com/2011/03/settee-big-finish.html

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  17. AbbyApril 15, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    Looks so amazing! Love it!

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  18. KimberlyApril 15, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    Such a fun idea!

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  19. abeachcottageApril 16, 2011 at 4:59 AM

    Such a fun project. Love it and love the world on your wall :)

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  20. KathyApril 16, 2011 at 8:07 AM

    I love maps! Great job... very original use!

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  21. Eileen @ Cottage Beach HouseApril 16, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    I love it. Maps look so nautical. I just did maps in my dining room. I love your trunk!

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  22. At The Picket FenceApril 16, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    Love it, Love it! That looks so great! Thanks for linking this one up to Inspiration Friday as well~
    Vanessa

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  23. gail@My Repurposed LifeApril 16, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    Michell--fabulous job! the trunk looks great!
    gail

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  24. PicketApril 17, 2011 at 6:41 AM

    It turned out great! What an great idea...have a great Sunday...Picket

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  25. neliApril 17, 2011 at 6:50 AM

    Beautifull!!!!!!

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  26. Angie @ Thrifty Like MeApril 17, 2011 at 10:00 AM

    This is so cool! Makes me want to modpodge somethin'!

    I'm your newest follower! :)

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  27. Debbie CluffApril 17, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    I love you. This is the most amazing site ever! I come every day to see what you have in store. Now I got a question for you. I have a wall in my hall that is blank and need something to put there... got any advice or any past examples???

    Follow me at

    retailgone.com

    twoprincessesandoneprince.blogspot.com

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  28. beachcomberApril 17, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    great idea..i love the look of boxes covered in maps! well done..will have to try this.
    cheryl x

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  29. Jefferson and KaraleeApril 17, 2011 at 11:23 PM

    I just found your blog and I LOVE LOVE LOVE your decorating! I will definitely be coming back here for some awesome ideas!

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  30. Holly LefevreApril 19, 2011 at 12:27 AM

    Fun! I love maps...what a great idea!

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  31. Beverly {Flamingo Toes}April 19, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    This is soooo cute Michell!! I love it - it looks so great under your big world map!
    I shared it on my FB page! :)

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  32. Cassie BustamanteApril 19, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    awesome job, michell! i love the map! my mom did that to a trunk, but just did the top- i like it all over like that.

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  33. RoeshelApril 20, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    You're so creative, Michell! This is beautiful. I love it! I think we have an old foot locker somewhere here. Might need a makeover! ;)

    Roeshel

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  34. Tammy @ Type AApril 20, 2011 at 7:40 PM

    coolest trunk ever! i have a party going on right now, would love if you shared this. http://typeadecorating.blogspot.com/2011/04/anything-goes-party-13.html

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  35. MaryApril 22, 2011 at 11:55 AM

    I love how this room looks all together, the map box looks great in there! So glad to have found your blog through the One Month to Win It contest!

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  36. ErinApril 22, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    How satisfying is it to finish a project in an hour?! And one that looks so good too! I recently decoupaged the interior of an armoire and it was so much fun. I'll have to remember maps as a papering option in the future--thanks for the inspiration! :)

    Erin
    (visiting from Primitive and Proper)

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  37. AnonymousApril 24, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Gorgeous! I had to come and see you after that very sweet note you left me and I will be coming away inspired and a follower of yours as well. xo Bev

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  38. AnonymousApril 24, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Gorgeous! I had to come and see you after that very sweet note you left me and I will be coming away inspired and a follower of yours as well. xo Bev

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  39. Jaclyn | One Thousand OaksApril 25, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    This was featured on this weeks make it for less mondays! You can go head on over and check it out! I have a button you can grab if you want it!

    Jaclyn
    www.simplycadence.blogspot.com

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  40. Lettered CottageApril 25, 2011 at 7:22 PM

    I love maps! Awesome project!

    Kev

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  41. AnonymousApril 26, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    What a lovely project.. totally loved this one.. Hoping you'll come visit me at http://coloursdekor.blogspot.com/

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  42. AutumnApril 28, 2011 at 3:01 PM

    I'm lovin' on this trunk redo. Great job Michell.

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  43. Faith PrayMay 6, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    Wow, I love this room! The wall is fantastic, the locker is fantastic. Awesome!

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