Comments on: building a vintage-esque crate

By: Ashley

Ashley

I love re-purposing unused items! This is a wonderful way to re-use and recycle! And the children look like they really enjoy their new accessory too! xxx

By: the best curb appeal elements - The Handmade Home

the best curb appeal elements - The Handmade Home

[…] Speaking of window boxes, this is an old toy crate we pulled out of storage for the flowers we knew we wanted to add. I was a little torn about what to use, and knew we wanted height, when it occurred to us that we already had something. We used it in the boys’ room of our last house, and we love it here on the front porch where it has a new purpose. Read all about how we built it, here! […]

By: ashley @ the handmade home

ashley @ the handmade home

In reply to Kathy McCreedy. thank you! ;}

By: Kathy McCreedy

Kathy McCreedy

The rolling crate turned out beautifully, brava! You should be really proud of yourself, I know I would be! Love your choice of a soft yellow w/a red border, too… It all just works perfectly!

By: Michelle

Michelle

I just found your blog via pinterest and I LOVE it, beautiful. Your newest follower. I love this crate, beautiful colors and finish.

By: ashley @ the handmade home

ashley @ the handmade home

I am so sorry guys! for some reason, I thought I answered this. I guess I just imagined I did in my head. 😉 I can’t remember the exact font, but I just typed it out, and I’m pretty sure it was filosofia regular. If you can’t find it for free, a nice classic garamond would probably also do the trick, with classic serifs. I hope this helps!!! SO sorry I totally just never answered that one! For shame. 😉

By: Leah

Leah

I have the same comment as Jody, can you tell us what font you used? I have my crate painted and ready for Shepard bros. just wondering what font to use. Will send u a pic of my finished crate. Thanks!!!

By: Jody

Jody

Ashley – can you tell me what font you used for your lettering? I’m making a homemade sign and the font you used here is exactly what I’m looking for. Thanks!

By: ashley @ the handmade home

ashley @ the handmade home

In reply to Jeannie-JB. haha thanks Jeannie! I tend to be a bit biased, however. ;)

By: Jeannie-JB

Jeannie-JB

I’ve never built anything ever, but I’d love to be able to do this! That’s not why I was compelled to comment though, I gotta tell you. Those are the cutest kids I’ve ever seen (except mine of course)! So cute and sleepy and cuddly. Had to tell ya!