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Lolly Jane

Mailbox makeover

Before/After· Kelli's Home· Outdoor Decor

17 Jul

My house is only a few years older than I am. I know… ancient, right? (;  The mailbox is original to the house which means it’s survived hot hot hot Arizona summers for 30+ years and let’s be honest, is in pretty bad shape.  (Like, really wobbly and on the rare occasion that it rains, my mail gets soaked.) When asked by ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape and The Home Depot if I would like participate in the Ready, Set, Paint event (pairing up with a very talented group of bloggers) on the challenge of a DIY project using painters tape (in my case, a mailbox redo,) I quickly replied, “Heck yeah!”

Okay… so I didn’t exactly say that because that’s not very professional BUT, I was excited to finally check something off my to-do list!  Best part? I spent very little money on this redo as my cute next door neighbor took pity on my shabby mailbox and simply gave me a new one… um, about a year ago.  Yes, my adorable next door neighbor dad GAVE me a brand new mailbox, which sat in my garage for a year.  What’s wrong with me!? LOL! (Life of a blogger, much?) Well without further adieu, here is the new mailbox with its makeover complete. Do you dig it?

Easy mailbox makeover with fun octagon design using ScotchBlue painters tape

I started with a new-but-dusty-and-slightly-knocked-around-from-sitting-in-the-garage-too-long black mailbox, as seen here.

Standard mailbox about to get a facelift!

But this boring black box is already a step up from my current condition… want to sneak a peek? (Don’t judge!)

Please give this mailbox a makeover!

Okay wow, ALL my neighbors need a new mailbox. And new posts. Hmm, I think I’ll surprise my brother (across-the-street neighbor) with a new mailbox as well, sheesh! We’re all acreage homes so what do ya do? Anywho!

How to remove a flag from a mailbox.

First up, remove the flag from the mailbox so you have a clean slate.  A standard mailbox will have a plastic pin inside that you simply pull out.  Save your arm strength for the next step…

How to remove a mailbox handle to add a custom pull.

Here’s where your biceps enter.  See that handle that opens and closes your mailbox door?  You don’t want to remove it all the way because on the backside is the latch that keeps it securely shut.  So use your pliers and muscles to snip snip snip the top away.  UNLESS you’re my husband who informed me after the fact that my handy dad next door owns a grinder. *Palm hits head, muscles mad at me* Grind off the little pieces sticking up so it’s flat. Note: Wear your safety goggles as there will be sparks! Then use a diamond bit and drill a hole through the center of the old handle.  See the right lower pic? That’s the new pull in its place. I picked it up at The Home Depot for less than $5 and I love the plate that comes with it that sits in front of it as it hides my mess perfectly! Muah hah hah! (;

Paint your mailbox white before you paint it a custom design.

Give it a coat of your base color.  I chose Rustoleum’s 2x paint + primer… time saver! Just your standard white spray paint in a gloss finish.

How to install a custom mailbox pull instead of the standard handle.

Because pulls come sized to fit a standard cabinet door, the screw is reallllllly long. And because I didn’t account for this when I was at The Home Depot (and didn’t want to make another trip,) I simply shoved a bunch of washers behind the screw (inside the mailbox) to make up for the space. Problem solved! LOL Then I screwed it in, nice & tight. Gosh, don’t you already just love the custom look? Only $5 and gives it a huge statement!

Okay so now to spruce up the flag….

Paint your mailbox flag to give it a pop of color!

I wanted to give it a fun pop of color and since my fav hue is yellow, I already adore it!  I used outdoor paint to withstand the weather and I’ll also give it a coat of poly to seal the deal. (Pun intended, ha!)

DIY honeycomb mailbox

Here’s where the fun begins!  Start by taping down a stencil.  This stencil is from Royal Design Studio and was a freebie from the 2012 SNAP blog conference. I wanted to copy the darling Rhonna Farrer’s app design because it’s so cute and is a timeless look. This mailbox has to last at least 30 years, right? (; We recommend ScotchBlue™ Painter’s Tape because it holds the stencil very tightly but won’t peel off the fresh paint.  I only allowed the paint to dry for a couple of hours in between errands and this tape didn’t rip off a speck!

How to create octagons using 3M painters tape

This step is slightly confusing but worth it.  So, I wanted the octagons to be hollow so I used ScotchBlue Painters Tape to mimic the octagon.  I made a sample octagon by cutting and laying a few different pieces of tape until I got the shape I wanted.  Then I laid my sample back-to-back on a new piece of tape so they wouldn’t stick (pic 2) and cut around the new shape.  Then I placed it inside each octagon and painted around it.  That’s it!

How to make a polka dot mailbox

Using a circle foam sponge brush from my local craft store, I sponged on a few circles in random places.

Make this cute octagon mailbox!

To create an arrow, I placed 2 pieces of tape where I liked it, made an arrow head and small tail and painted inside. So easy and no leaks!

DIY monogram mailbox with vinyl used as a stencil.

This is where owning a vinyl machine comes in handy.  I used mine to create an “M” for my last name and house number, (Bell MT font.) I then painted the insides gray to match the custom pull and just lovely love love how it all came together.

Octagon mailbox!

Do you like my bar stool stand?! JayKay! Next up is replacing the old wood mailbox post. I’ve already purchased my secret weapon from The Home Depot to make it stinkin’ cute so stay tuned! Oh, and if you loved this project, you’ll want to be sure to check out all the other creative talent at the Summer DIY Blog Hop taking place at Centsational Girl’s blog! 

This project was brought to you in partnership with The Home Depot and ScotchBlue Painter’s Tape. Follow along!

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About Lolly Jane

Meet Kelli & Kristi, twin sisters and authors of Lolly Jane. We are two busy wives + mommas who are makers of all things pretty. From signs to home decor and holiday crafts or redoing furniture in between soccer practices, we do it all all while armed with an ice cold Diet Coke. Join us in our DIY adventures! XOXO

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  1. Lara says

    05/23/2018 at 8:22 am

    This is really cool! Who knew mailboxes could be beautiful?

    Reply
  2. Michelle says

    02/27/2017 at 2:01 pm

    What did you use for a post for the mailbox?

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    • Lolly Jane says

      02/27/2017 at 9:40 pm

      Hi Michelle,
      We used the old existing wood post. Thanks for stopping by! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Kalley S. says

    04/29/2014 at 7:35 pm

    thank you for this motivation to get my mailbox looking awesome! It has needed some TLC ever since we moved in. Oops! 🙂 We have lots of summer projects in store this year. One big project I’m excited for is redoing our backsplash in the kitchen. We were thinking of doing it either in a chalkboard backsplash or this awesome pallet backsplash I found the other day. So fun accomplishing projects!! 🙂

    http://www.remodelaholic.com/2012/03/how-to-install-a-pallet-wood-back-splash/

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  4. Erin says

    04/29/2014 at 2:33 pm

    I like the checkerboard table! (http://www.dreamgreendiy.com/2013/06/24/bloggers-hop-game-table-featuring-scotchblue/) If I try it, I think I’ll have to make something to hold the pieces when not in use, or they’ll be everywhere.

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  5. Courtney Lee says

    04/29/2014 at 2:13 pm

    Okay…. so…. I admit that we just bought our house a year ago, but our mailbox looks worse than your original one. I am SO inspired to either give it a makeover or to buy a new one and make it this cute!!! Thank you SO much for sharing!!! Honestly, this has been my favorite project that I have found this summer so I would link back to you!

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    • lollyjane says

      04/29/2014 at 2:43 pm

      Haha! Our old one was pretty ugly! Thanks so much for stopping by and for your sweet words!! 🙂

      Reply
  6. [email protected] says

    04/29/2014 at 10:12 am

    Love this mailbox! Sharing on fb today!

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  7. Kari the Sweetest Memory says

    01/25/2014 at 6:05 pm

    Super cute mailbox. I have never seen one like it! Nice job.

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  8. LuRae says

    09/02/2013 at 8:10 am

    And to think I just spray painted my faded mailbox black. And the neighbors. What was I thinking?!?! Hanging my head in shame -sigh

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  9. Capturing Joy with Kristen Duke says

    08/28/2013 at 10:21 pm

    How did I miss this fabulous-ness? We have a community box, too, but I can still love yours. What a fun little “hop” you were apart of;)

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    • Building Materials Online says

      02/02/2016 at 4:38 am

      Very Nice and Fabulous.Thanks

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      • Lolly Jane says

        02/02/2016 at 9:12 am

        Thanks so much! 😀

        Reply
  10. Steph @ Crafting in the Rain says

    08/16/2013 at 9:13 pm

    Oh man, our mailbox is so gross…’cause it gets moss on it here! Probably not a problem you have 🙂 I’ve been dying to make this headboard forever…not specifically a summer project, but it will be easier to make now than when it starts raining again! http://www.sweetfrenchtoast.com/2012/03/05/how-to-diy-barn-door-headboard/

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  11. Melissa S says

    08/09/2013 at 3:19 pm

    I love your mailbox, I really need to redo mine too.
    I also want to do some of these this summer http://www.twindragonflydesigns.com/2013/05/plant-print-paintings.html?m=0

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  12. Kelly D says

    08/01/2013 at 9:33 am

    I like this project to create raised garden beds
    http://www.hometalk.com/442671/turn-used-pallet-crates-into-raised-bed-gardens-so-easy

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  13. Heather O. says

    07/26/2013 at 8:01 am

    I am wanting to do this pallet sofa but maybe a little smaller, I have a small space to work with.
    http://www.sasinteriors.net/2013/06/diy-outdoor-pallet-sofa/

    Reply
  14. Ashley Christensen says

    07/23/2013 at 5:42 pm

    These look so yummy!! I would love it if you would come and link this up at my link party
    Dandelion Wishes Wednesday. I’m also pinning this 🙂

    Reply
  15. Shannon says

    07/23/2013 at 11:25 am

    I think this is awesome
    http://www.balancinghome.com/2012/06/customized-kitchen-counter-herb-garden.html

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  16. Elizabeth G. says

    07/23/2013 at 2:07 am

    I like your Summer Wreath:
    http://lollyjane.com/life-is-a-beach-free-printable-summer-wreath/

    Reply
  17. Lindsay Fekitoa says

    07/23/2013 at 12:00 am

    I’ve been waiting 6 months for my husband to start planking our bedroom walls. This will be a great start towards it!

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  18. Claire says

    07/22/2013 at 11:49 pm

    Sticking with a mailbox theme,I’m wanting to try this for my garden, but now I’m inspired to make it a super cute mailbox! Love the way yours turned out.

    http://pinterest.com/pin/252553491576246948

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  19. Kristine Bunting says

    07/22/2013 at 7:29 pm

    Awesome giveaway! I have been wanting to do this project:

    http://lollyjane.com/home-is-where-the-heart-is-sign/

    and just need to get my act together and get it done! 🙂

    Reply
  20. shannon says

    07/22/2013 at 5:37 pm

    I love this simple ceiling fan makeover: http://www.batchelorsway.com/2013/01/office-redo-custom-ceiling-fan-blades.html. Eventually I will do all my fans…

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  21. Colleen U. says

    07/22/2013 at 5:10 pm

    I love Ana White and her amazing plans. I love this DIY Frame & panel planter.
    http://ana-white.com/2013/06/plans/frame-and-panel-planters

    Reply
    • Alex says

      04/27/2016 at 1:59 am

      Thanks for sharing an informative article.

      Reply
  22. Leah says

    07/22/2013 at 2:31 pm

    Super cute mailbox. I would love to make paint an frame for my instagram prints.

    Reply
  23. Jill says

    07/22/2013 at 2:30 pm

    Love the mailbox. Have one attached to my house and that pattern would be great.

    Reply
  24. Maralea says

    07/22/2013 at 2:12 pm

    Pinned my favorite http://pinterest.com/pin/209628557628348142/

    Reply
  25. Cara says

    07/22/2013 at 2:01 pm

    Well, my summer DIY project is to repaint all our door jams in the house. I also need to repaint the hall bathroom cabinet and may add some trim and knobs to give it new life.

    Reply
  26. Markell @ A Mouse In My Kitchen says

    07/22/2013 at 1:50 pm

    My favorite summer project so far has been all the work we’ve done on our basement! Nothing like replacing sheet rock for some fun couple’s bonding time, right? Hopefully I can get some real “fun” projects in before the summer is over! I also really wanna make one of these – http://simplesagedesigns.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2011-04-25T05:14:00-07:00&max-results=7&start=28&by-date=false

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    • Markell @ A Mouse In My Kitchen says

      07/22/2013 at 1:51 pm

      ugh. wrong link. One of these – http://simplesagedesigns.blogspot.com/2011/04/kiddie-picnic-table.html

      Reply
  27. melissa l says

    07/21/2013 at 6:53 pm

    My kids & I found some clothespins & spray painted them pink & blue & then we used velcro to paste them to the doors to their rooms to hold drawings, important papers…etc so it doesn’t pile in my room 🙂

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  28. susan @ ediblecreativity.com says

    07/21/2013 at 5:36 pm

    If it were me, I’d make a long, bench-like structure and fix ALL of those sad looking mailboxes. Then, they’d all be photo-worthy, like yours… You’re so talented, you could really cheer up the mailman 🙂 heehee

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  29. Mel the Crafty Scientist says

    07/20/2013 at 2:32 pm

    I LOOOOOOVE this too! The colors and the shapes are just awesome! I’m in love!

    -Mel the Crafty Scientist

    Reply
  30. kesha says

    07/20/2013 at 3:57 am

    I have been wanting to paint a dollar store elephant gold to use as a room décor item! I love it! http://pinterest.com/pin/118571402661408954/

    Reply
  31. Bethany says

    07/19/2013 at 8:32 pm

    What an awesome looking mailbox!

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  32. Kimberly says

    07/19/2013 at 4:51 pm

    I like this paint project:
    http://www.pbjstories.com/2013/06/dipped-effect-outdoor-bench-and-front.html

    Reply
  33. Jessica Wyatt says

    07/19/2013 at 1:22 pm

    I need to do that to ours too! I would live to try out this tutorial though: http://www.littlelucylu.com/2011/05/from-pallet-to-bookshelves.html?showComment=1306975530848&m=1

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  34. Brenda Lee says

    07/19/2013 at 1:10 pm

    What a fabulous job! Love the hexagons. Too bad I don’t have an individual mail box to makeover…would have loved to have given a try.

    Reply
  35. Livivua Chandler says

    07/19/2013 at 12:43 pm

    my favorite was a toy chest we built and painted for my daughter with my daughter

    Reply
  36. Abby Caraway says

    07/19/2013 at 7:37 am

    We bought red furniture from ikea, two dressers for a nursery, now we are trying to match the paint. I picked up a great changing table at a yard sale, but the color is wrong. And also a mirror and end table…want to match the red furniture. Will be taping off and using a lot of blue painters tape.

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  37. Sara Floyd says

    07/19/2013 at 7:06 am

    I would love to paint my bathroom!

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  38. Shannon says

    07/19/2013 at 5:55 am

    Looking forward to doing this chalkboard backsplash in my home!

    http://hayancafe.blogspot.com/2012/10/chalkboard-backsplash.html

    Reply
  39. Gina Helton says

    07/19/2013 at 2:31 am

    Pallet Table

    http://pinterest.com/pin/3940718394103299/

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  40. steph says

    07/18/2013 at 9:52 pm

    this is such a cute idea!! i’m loving this summer DIY http://www.infarrantlycreative.net/2012/10/wood-monogram.html

    Reply
  41. mairin says

    07/18/2013 at 7:55 pm

    painting the lime green half bath in my new apartment

    Reply
  42. Betty Baez says

    07/18/2013 at 7:36 pm

    Im loving this summer wreath http://chasethestar.net/2013/06/summer-wreath-easy-diy.html

    Reply
  43. LinhC says

    07/18/2013 at 6:58 pm

    Love the fun mailbox.

    I also like the easy and fun pinwheels that I can make with my daughters. http://lollyjane.com/summer-decor-paper-pinwheel/

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  44. Cricky says

    07/18/2013 at 11:21 am

    What an adorable mailbox. I think I’d like to do something much the same.

    My current mailbox is the old, ugly plastic kind on a rickety metal post.

    Reply
  45. Meagan Buck says

    07/18/2013 at 10:35 am

    My favorite summer project so far has been my front porch swing. It’s been much more challenging than I thought it would be, but fun!

    Reply
  46. nicole P. says

    07/18/2013 at 10:05 am

    My FAVORITE DIY project

    http://www.vintagerevivals.com/2013/01/diy-sharpie-wallpaper-tutorial-this-is.html

    I mean, seriously, how creative is that!?!

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    • lollyjane says

      07/19/2013 at 12:57 am

      Anything Mandi does is amazing!

      Reply
  47. Karen says

    07/18/2013 at 8:13 am

    I want to do this this summer to our outside BBQ area. We have a built in BBQ and I think this would class it up!

    http://lovelycraftyhome.com/2013/01/28/update-your-boring-builder-bathtub-with-airstone/

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  48. Runt says

    07/18/2013 at 5:48 am

    I love the personalized look of your mailbox! Of course, this is my favorite Summer painting DIY project. ;] I don’t think my current HOA would allow me to do something like this but you better believe that when we build our dream home – this awesome mailbox redo will be at the forefront of my mind! Forget the dream house I’ll say, I want the mailbox up NOW! =]

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  49. Jessica W says

    07/18/2013 at 4:45 am

    I would love to try this wall treatment once we get a house! http://pinterest.com/pin/86975836526665091/

    Reply
  50. Vicki says

    07/18/2013 at 4:44 am

    I just love these painted mason jars! I can’t wait to complete them for next year! http://www.maisondepax.com/2013/07/american-flag-mason-jars.html

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  51. Dezi A says

    07/17/2013 at 11:01 pm

    SUPER cute!! Thanks for the chance!

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  52. Amy S @queenof5guys says

    07/17/2013 at 9:37 pm

    Honestly this is my new favorite…it is so clever and gorgeous…it almost makes me want to make one as an accent in the house I
    http://lollyjane.com/mailbox-makeover/

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  53. Heather L. Davidson says

    07/17/2013 at 8:03 pm

    We just purchased a dresser at a consignment shop and are converting it to a changing table. I love this textured DIY http://www.centsationalgirl.com/2013/05/textured-panel-dresser-makeover/

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  54. Michaela says

    07/17/2013 at 7:55 pm

    I’d love to stencil more!

    http://coveredinmodpodge.blogspot.com/2012/09/cutting-edge-stencil-review-and-giveaway.html?m=1

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  55. Olivia Rubin says

    07/17/2013 at 7:22 pm

    I can not get over the precision she used to create this etched glass table top. I have done etching before and its difficult to get the etch solid and uniform. Love her technique. http://sandandsisal.com/2013/06/faux-etched-glass.html

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  56. Loretta | A Finn In The Kitchen says

    07/17/2013 at 7:16 pm

    So darn cute! I love these painted rosettes!

    http://www.bhg.com/decorating/lessons/expert-advice/simple-home-decorating-tips/?sssdmh=dm17.529068&esrc=nwdc060111&email=2267405653#page=4

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  57. Sarah says

    07/17/2013 at 7:00 pm

    Such a great idea. Our mailbox looks like your before! Never thought of giving it a revamp. 🙂 Here’s my favorite summer painting project… http://whiletheysnooze.blogspot.com/2012/08/diy-chevron-curtains-tutorial.html

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  58. Daphne says

    07/17/2013 at 6:55 pm

    We’ll be painting our front door & shutters when we get moved into our new home at the end of summer!

    Reply
  59. Marlene says

    07/17/2013 at 6:24 pm

    I love your mailbox. I also enjoy this project at Shabby Chic http://shabbychicinspired.blogspot.com/2011/09/tin-can-caddy.html

    Reply
  60. Crystal says

    07/17/2013 at 6:02 pm

    Love, love, love this!! It is so stinkin cute!! I want to do this to my mailbox. Love it!!

    Reply
  61. Misty M says

    07/17/2013 at 5:35 pm

    Oh how stinkin’ cute!!! I may just have to try this soon, myself!!! I have spent the majority of the summer thus far revamping the mismatched furniture in my boys’ room, so not really a “summer” project. However, I ran across the cutest plant hanger today and will be headed to Home Depot tomorrow for the supplies!!! I have Shanty 2 Chic to thank for the inspiration on that one: http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2013/07/address-numbers-post-planter.html!!!

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  62. Emily Bottie says

    07/17/2013 at 5:17 pm

    http://inmyownstyle.com/2012/05/how-to-make-an-outdoor-pillow-using-plastic-grocery-bags.html

    I love this idea for making quick, inexpensive outdoor pillows!

    Reply
  63. Megan says

    07/17/2013 at 4:43 pm

    Cuuuuute mailbox!! Too bad our mailbox is a community/ neighborhood one! Shanty 2 Chic posted this awesome address and planter post http://www.shanty-2-chic.com/2013/07/address-numbers-post-planter.html ! Super cute too… Think it would look great in our garden in the front yard!! 🙂 P.s. Love your blog!!

    Reply
  64. Alexis @ Persia Lou says

    07/17/2013 at 4:35 pm

    I’ve been wanting to build some shelves for my kids’ room, so if I won the gift card, I would go pick up some wood and paint. (Love the mail box!)

    Reply
  65. kelly thompson says

    07/17/2013 at 4:34 pm

    i think this one is a new favorite- what postman or woman would not like this makeover- I bet many people never give a second thought to how their box looks! this is really cute!

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  66. soha molina says

    07/17/2013 at 4:19 pm

    I like http://www.thriftyandchic.com/2013/05/framed-stenciled-wall-and-giveaway-with.html

    Reply
  67. EllyMae says

    07/17/2013 at 3:33 pm

    I think I am going to say this post is my favorite – link: http://lollyjane.com/mailbox-makeover/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+LollyJaneBlog+%28Lolly+Jane+Blog%29
    Because I wish I had a mailbox to decorate like this…. how cool!

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  68. Faith says

    07/17/2013 at 2:48 pm

    http://www.makeit-loveit.com/2013/07/home-improvement-diy-board-and-batten.html

    I adore the way this room make over came out! And I really appreciate how much work that went into it!! Just beautiful!
    Faith

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  69. Laura Adkins says

    07/17/2013 at 2:38 pm

    Love this project. Great for my own home or for gifts

    Reply
  70. Coralie M. says

    07/17/2013 at 2:16 pm

    LOVE your mailbox! Mine looked worse than yours did before I finally got around to changing it. 🙂 My favorite DIY for this summer was for a game. We love it!http://www.skiptomylou.org/2013/06/07/how-to-build-a-washers-game/?crlt.pid=camp.sMbaxGUZ6Faw

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  71. ellen casper says

    07/17/2013 at 2:05 pm

    http://tatertotsandjello.com/2013/06/red-and-white-summer-party-scotch-blue-painters-tape-painted-party.html

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  72. Laura J says

    07/17/2013 at 2:01 pm

    Vintage Beach signs!! Great summer DIY AND paint project in one!

    http://diy-vintage-chic.blogspot.com/2013/06/beach-signs.html

    Reply
  73. Amanda Sakovitz says

    07/17/2013 at 1:52 pm

    I love this fireplace surroundings diy project

    http://www.thriftyandchic.com/2011/09/diy-fireplace-surround.html

    Reply
  74. Courtney D. says

    07/17/2013 at 1:51 pm

    Makes me wish we had stand-alone mailboxes in our neighborhood! Someday… 🙂 Love the makeover!

    Reply
  75. Angelina-JoJo and Eloise says

    07/17/2013 at 1:42 pm

    So So CUTE!!! It’s a good thing I’m not your Mail -Lady.. Because I just might have to walk away with your ADORABLE mailbox, of course I would still leave you your mail ;)Totally Loving my Rhonna App 🙂
    xoxo

    Reply
  76. Jessie C. says

    07/17/2013 at 1:34 pm

    My favorite summer DIY project-http://pinterest.com/pin/56787645274304342/

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  77. Donna O'Neil says

    07/17/2013 at 1:28 pm

    really cute mail box!

    Reply
  78. Stephanie Cleveland says

    07/17/2013 at 1:25 pm

    I have this pinned to do for my daughter’s room. I think I could get the mailbox and the spray paint with that $75 gift card…plus a few extras maybe? 🙂

    http://pinterest.com/pin/106045766197151110/

    Reply
  79. Christin Love says

    07/17/2013 at 1:22 pm

    I have a hutch that I got for FREE that I want to repaint to look like this one! Wish me luck! http://www.bowerpowerblog.com/2012/03/styling-and-profiling/

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  80. Terrie M says

    07/17/2013 at 1:18 pm

    I wanted to say that your mailbox is stunning! How fun!!! Now I MUST do two things, 1) convince hubby to update our mailbox and 2) figure out the design. Great job and very inspiring.

    To enter the giveaway, I have this pinned and plan to complete in a few weeks for our front porch. Its older but its stunning.
    http://threemangoseeds.blogspot.com/2011/02/hand-painted-welcome-sign.html

    Thanks for the giveaway.

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  81. Allison K. says

    07/17/2013 at 12:59 pm

    I love, love, love your mailbox. I have been wanting to do something with mine as well. My fave is between your mailbox and S&S’s etched glass project: http://sandandsisal.com/2013/06/faux-etched-glass.html

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  82. Sarah says

    07/17/2013 at 12:37 pm

    What a cute mailbox! We are getting ready to I’ve into our new home and quite a few things need makeovers. The mailbox is on the top of my list. Seems easy enough. The kids rooms are looming large.

    http://thediyclub.com/2011/02/diy-headboard-and-bed-frame-by-amy/

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  83. Ashley says

    07/17/2013 at 12:21 pm

    I love the gardening around this mailbox. http://gibbsspot.blogspot.com/2011/06/send-us-cards-in-our-pretty-new-mailbox.html

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  84. Debra W says

    07/17/2013 at 12:08 pm

    Also, according to USPS.com guidelines….

    3.10 Color – The color of the mailbox and flag must be in accordance with the following
    requirements. The mailbox may be any color. The carrier signal flag can be any color except
    any shade of green, brown, white, yellow or blue. The preferred flag color is fluorescent orange.
    Also, the flag color must present a clear contrast with predominant color of the mailbox

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    • lollyjane says

      07/17/2013 at 9:46 pm

      Oopsie! Hope my mailman doesn’t mind my yellow flag (;

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  85. Tammy says

    07/17/2013 at 12:07 pm

    I love this! I have to make it now!

    I am in need of some wood! My husband is dying to make us a new tv table!

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  86. Debra W says

    07/17/2013 at 12:04 pm

    I want to re-do my mailbox! And I love using scotch painters tape!! I like it better than the Frog brand. I would use the gift card to buy more tools 🙂 🙂

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  87. shanna says

    07/17/2013 at 11:56 am

    Love that mailbox ! I would find something to spruce up my patio if I won. 🙂

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  88. Errin Brown says

    07/17/2013 at 11:54 am

    What wouldn’t I do or buy?
    If I won the gift card I would buy the Dremel Moto Saw. I have so many uses for that thing but can’t bring myself to spend the money on one.

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  89. Karen T. says

    07/17/2013 at 11:42 am

    I would buy some paint.

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  90. Tricia Gross says

    07/17/2013 at 11:32 am

    I definitely in need of some paint, paint and more paint! I love the mailbox! Makes me wish we had a stand alone instead of a community box 🙂

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  91. Caroline Ivory says

    07/17/2013 at 11:27 am

    New nursery!

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  92. Heidi says

    07/17/2013 at 11:19 am

    Our front door!

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  93. Juliette Mariano-Carlson says

    07/17/2013 at 11:18 am

    I would like to try something similar to your mailbox makeover with the Scotch blue painter’s tape.

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  94. Sarah @ Craft Quickies says

    07/17/2013 at 11:13 am

    I need PAINT. PAINT, PAINT, PAINT! Doing two kid room makeovers right now. So, obviously, I will need paint TAPE as well. Super cute mailbox!!

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  95. Lisa {grey luster girl} says

    07/17/2013 at 11:13 am

    I want to re-do the trim on my windows so I could definitely use some scotch painters tape and a little $$ to Home Depot!

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  96. Emily says

    07/17/2013 at 11:12 am

    I’d love to do a mailbox make over, but I’d probably use the gift card to buy wood and numbers to create a house marker.

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  97. Karen says

    07/17/2013 at 11:07 am

    I love blue painter’s tape, I use it for many craft projects and painting and repainting my house. Using on my baseboards coming up which are in bad need of a paint job…

    Love your mailbox, going to update mine too…

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  98. DIY Playbook says

    07/17/2013 at 11:07 am

    I’m totally inspired… your mailbox is adorable! I’ve been toying with the idea of transforming my mailbox and haven’t been able to find an inspiration point. Thanks for motivating to get started! Awesome project!!!

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  99. the cape on the corner says

    07/17/2013 at 10:51 am

    how cute, and this is a great thing to personalize!

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  100. Christa says

    07/17/2013 at 10:42 am

    I have a nightstand that is in desperate need of a spruce up!

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  101. Liza A. says

    07/17/2013 at 10:29 am

    I would make over my daughters playtableby using SctochBlue Painters tape and Behr paints from Home Depot. Using them to make a boring one color tabletop into a game top that can be used for matching games, checkers and other fun activities.

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  102. Kara says

    07/17/2013 at 9:26 am

    I would use the gift card to update my own mailbox or another one of my projects on my DIY list. Awesome job!

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  103. Liz @LizzieJane Baby says

    07/17/2013 at 9:17 am

    So super cute! Too bad we have one mailbox for the whole neighborhood. Maybe I could doll up box number 6?!?! 🙂

    I’ve been trying to talk the hubs into helping me do some board and batten in my family room. So far, he’s not going for it.

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  104. tara says

    07/17/2013 at 9:07 am

    I could definitely use some painters tape for my front door which is in the process of getting a paint job!

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  105. Courtney O'Dell says

    07/17/2013 at 9:00 am

    Kelli- you’re too stinking cute. I am freaking out over the design! I absolutely love it- and now I want to go get a mailbox just to make this! We have a big funky community box- don’t think the USPS would like me jazzing it up, sadly!

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  106. Nicole B. says

    07/17/2013 at 8:59 am

    I am really in need of a screen door to let in all those summer morning breezes!!

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  107. Jessica @mommyenvy says

    07/17/2013 at 8:25 am

    I have to do this now!

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    • lollyjane says

      07/17/2013 at 8:44 am

      Do it! Your mailbox (and mailman) will thank you! LOL (;

      Reply
      • Jessica @mommyenvy says

        07/17/2013 at 9:01 am

        My mailbox is already white. Do you think I will need to rough it up a bit to get new paint to stick?

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  108. Mique says

    07/17/2013 at 8:10 am

    Ummm hellloooo. I want this mailbox. It has an M (for Mique…who cares about P for my last name), honeycomb and is DARLING. Only I’m in CA, the land of a million mailboxes in one. No stand alones here. Wah wah wah. Also- no acreage here either!! I’m jealous about everything in this post.

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    • lollyjane says

      07/17/2013 at 8:44 am

      Good point… if my mailbox goes missing I know where to go! Haha! 😀 xoxoxo

      Reply

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