30 August 2013

MCT 26th Release Blog Hop: Makeup Brush Makeover

by Veronica

Welcome to the Release Blog Hop! If you've arrived here from Tracy's blog, you're on the right road. If not, mosey on over to Emma's blog to start from the beginning. Trust me, you DON'T want to miss anything!

If you're like me, you tend to not give yourself enough time to get ready. I always think I need about 15 minutes less than I actually do - must be a gift of mine. When I'm running behind schedule (as in, everyday), it's nice to have the things I need right where I need them.

But I don't like a lot of clutter on my counter tops. That's where this beauty comes in.


This makeup brush holder is simply a glass candlestick (you can find one for $1 at your local thrift or dollar store) glued to a gravy jar. Add a little paint to the candlestick and a cute new 'label' to the jar and voila!

I used Build A Chevy Background for my label and distressed the edges with Walnut Stain Ranger Distress Ink  and my Tim Holtz Distressing Tool. A satin, Tiffany Blue ribbon finishes the look nicely.

Since my gravy jar was taller than the handles of my brushes, I added little wood circles to the bottom of the jar to raise the brushes up.

Confession Time: This brush holder is a brand new addition to my bathroom, but sadly, the gravy jar is not. I've actually stored my brushes in the gravy jar (with the Heinz label still attached) for several weeks. I think The Hubs will be pleasantly surprised to find this new, much more stylish brush holder in the bathroom this morning!

BLOG HOP GIVEAWAY!
For our blog hop giveaway, we will have 2 winners:
All you have to do is leave your comments on our blogs! You are NOT required to comment on ALL blogs, but the more you comment on, the better chances you have! GOOD LUCK!

You've got one more stop on this fabulous Blog Hop! Head on over to our talented Guest Designer, Teri's blog for more great projects!

I hope you were inspired!

- Veronica
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56 comments :

  1. Deanne GutierrezAugust 30, 2013 at 11:25 AM

    OK - what a great project, neat idea. Thanks for sharing!

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  2. cmAugust 30, 2013 at 11:40 AM

    Wow X WOW! Fabulous showcase of the new release in such a neat fashion! Love the inspiration! AWESOME+++
    c

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  3. JessAugust 30, 2013 at 11:47 AM

    What a great idea Veronica!!! Love this!! Thanks for the inspiration, so going to try this!!

    Hugs,
    Jess
    craftingwithjess@gmail.com

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  4. ToshaAugust 30, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    Groovy idea, great décor elements, thanks for sharing.

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  5. JennyKozarAugust 30, 2013 at 12:03 PM

    Oh my - I would have loved to see before and after pics of your brush holder! Needless to say -- I love the after! thanks for sharing.

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  6. CherylBAugust 30, 2013 at 12:18 PM

    OMGosh!!! How cute is this?! I love it...so pretty for makeup brushes! Amazing job.

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  7. Cindy BelandAugust 30, 2013 at 12:29 PM

    GREAT project idea Veronica, Have a SUPER weekend my friend!!!:)

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  8. KristiAugust 30, 2013 at 12:32 PM

    How super awesome is that??? How creative to use for home project and beautification.
    Kristi
    kidshomelove at yahoodotcom

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  9. CA ScrapperAugust 30, 2013 at 12:48 PM

    What a super fun idea to store makeup brushes. Love this project.

    Leslie

    cascrapper at gmail dot com

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  10. PamelaAugust 30, 2013 at 12:51 PM

    Nice Idea......loving that chevy stamp

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  11. My Creative TimeAugust 30, 2013 at 12:57 PM

    I am telling you, Martha has NOTHING on you!!!! What an AWESOME, FABULOUS idea!!!! LOVE LOVE LOVE!
    HUGS,
    Emma:

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  12. Northern Girl CraftsAugust 30, 2013 at 2:05 PM

    Love it, absolutely adorable. TFS!

    Kat
    kat.raymond@gmail.com

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  13. SaundraAugust 30, 2013 at 2:07 PM

    Oh my! I love this idea! I can see it being pinned all over Pinterest!! Love it! ~hugs, Saundra

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  14. MichellethecraftyRNAugust 30, 2013 at 2:10 PM

    This stamp set is so versatile thank for showing other ways to use them!

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  15. D-August 30, 2013 at 2:18 PM

    What a wonderful way to keep your brushes handy. Love how you dressed it up. TFS.
    D~
    http://designsbydragonfly.blogspot.com

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  16. Sue DAugust 30, 2013 at 2:45 PM

    Very stylish way to store your brushes.
    slrdowney at hotmail dot com

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  17. snappy scrappyAugust 30, 2013 at 2:50 PM

    Super cute idea!!!

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  18. JeriAugust 30, 2013 at 4:07 PM

    Oh my gosh, what an awesome projects. This would be a really cute way to add silverware to a buffet table, too. Thanks for all your amazing inspiration this week. I've so enjoyed seeing all the wonderful ways to use the new products and can't wait for mine to arrive.

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  19. Joan SmithAugust 30, 2013 at 4:45 PM

    I love your makeup jar brush idea. WOW how clever are you I would never think of doing something like this. Girl you really are so clever and creative thanks for sharing your awesome talent and grandioso ideas!!!

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  20. GerdaAugust 30, 2013 at 4:55 PM

    What a great idea! TFS.
    Gerda

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  21. quilt4fun2August 30, 2013 at 5:33 PM

    Ha-ha! I have that same gift. Cards for challenges done 2 minutes before or after :( the challenge closes...things come up to slow me down. Great holder for your brushes...looks great.
    quilt 4 fun 2 at hot mail dot com

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  22. AlvinaAugust 30, 2013 at 5:53 PM

    Wow, what a wonderful idea, thanks for sharing.

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  23. Teresa Godines #6857August 30, 2013 at 6:16 PM

    Love this project. I might have to give my jars a makeover. TFS

    resatwo at sbcglobal dot net

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  24. Kim's KreationsAugust 30, 2013 at 6:27 PM

    Wonderful idea. The chevron pattern on the jars added some class. Great organizational idea for sure. ogdendoll@gmail.com

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  25. Crafty MoniAugust 30, 2013 at 7:09 PM

    What a brilliant idea! Super cute and creative! Thanks for the inspiration!

    Peace, Love, & Cricut Hugs!
    Monica L.

    moni023 at yahoo dot com

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  26. jessicaAugust 30, 2013 at 7:40 PM

    This is so super fun!!! LOVE this idea and the label looks awesome with the new stamp!!!
    Thanks for sharing and have a GREAT weekend!
    jessica
    chick-n-scrap.blogspot.com

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  27. Sherrie K.August 30, 2013 at 7:44 PM

    What a great way to dress up a jar! Very cool and stylish:) I bet it looks beautiful in you bathroom:) Super fun idea!
    I am lovin' this stamp release!
    Sherrie K
    http://sherriescraps.blogspot.com

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  28. BrendaAugust 30, 2013 at 8:43 PM

    How super cute and fashionable!! I bet this looks much better than the gravy jar with the label. lol Clever idea and I love the chevron label over the gravy label!! LOL

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  29. VICTORIAAugust 30, 2013 at 8:56 PM

    Awesome idea great job!!!
    win_or_lose52@hotmail.com

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  30. Tanya~Studio 5380August 30, 2013 at 9:37 PM

    How pretty! And what a great idea....love this! I'm not sure if my hubby would notice the change or not....lol! Thanks so much for the inspiration, I really love this.

    tdadams61@ aol.com

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  31. HelenAugust 30, 2013 at 9:46 PM

    This is such a fabulous idea!!

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  32. tereAugust 30, 2013 at 10:20 PM

    What a great idea to dress up any jar! love it.

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  33. GaylynnAugust 30, 2013 at 10:54 PM

    So pretty with the chevron and very clever. :)

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  34. TYJ419August 30, 2013 at 10:55 PM

    Now -- how stinkin' cute is that. Love the color combinations.

    Tracey J.

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  35. UnknownAugust 30, 2013 at 11:01 PM

    How creative thanks for sharing Mindy1qc@msn.com

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  36. Lala's worldAugust 30, 2013 at 11:29 PM

    Very creative and wonderful idea. Thank you for sharing. ghost231985@yahoo.com

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  37. Hawks Nest HobbiesAugust 31, 2013 at 1:44 AM

    Wonderful project. I love the new Chevron stamps very clever. Thank you for a fun release week.

    Debbie

    dhawk@centurylink.net

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  38. An'Jenic G.August 31, 2013 at 3:26 AM

    WOW WOW WOW!! This is so amazing and such a great idea.

    TFS An'Jenic-

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  39. MsJayAugust 31, 2013 at 4:05 AM

    Great idea!

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  40. lydbugAugust 31, 2013 at 5:57 AM

    wow, what a great idea...outside the box for sure.

    lydbug@hotmail.com

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  41. AnonymousAugust 31, 2013 at 8:51 AM

    This is a great idea. I use paper to change up my house all the time. One time I made a curtain out of paper...no one understood until they saw it. It actually looked cool! Great idea!

    dorcas
    dtroche@bellsouth.net

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  42. Crafting KatieAugust 31, 2013 at 9:57 AM

    Super pretty! What a great idea! We can chevy up lots of things in our houses now!

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  43. June HouckAugust 31, 2013 at 10:44 AM

    Veronica, trendy and cool home decor! Love the chevron!

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  44. Houses Built of CardsAugust 31, 2013 at 12:37 PM

    WOW! This is beautiful! LOVE the colors - and the chevrons!!!

    housesbuiltofcards@gmail.com
    www.housesbuiltofcards.blogspot.com

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  45. Angel JohnsAugust 31, 2013 at 2:45 PM

    Adorable!!! Love this!

    Angel
    calebsmommy1031@gmail.com

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  46. liz at liz's paper loftAugust 31, 2013 at 6:36 PM

    veronica, you're so creative! that is adorable!

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  47. ValerieAugust 31, 2013 at 7:00 PM

    Very creative. Thanks for sharing. I know I need another way to store my overload of makeup brushes.

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  48. Brenda Wooten PorterSeptember 1, 2013 at 7:44 PM

    wow! what a great idea!! love it! my daughter could use these brush holders!! thanks for sharing!

    brwneyes46@gmail.com

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  49. marg0006September 1, 2013 at 8:21 PM

    WOW, super cool idea. Would never have thought of it.

    marg0006 at Verizon dot net

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  50. EvelynSeptember 1, 2013 at 9:59 PM

    Very creative and stylish idea. tfs
    Evelyn

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  51. MonicaSeptember 1, 2013 at 10:42 PM

    What an amazing project! Looks great!

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  52. DebbieSeptember 1, 2013 at 10:51 PM

    nice job, great idea to dress up something so simple
    upnurse at aol dot com

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  53. MimiSeptember 2, 2013 at 6:24 PM

    LOL! Loved your confession! Your project is awesome and I"m sure many of us can relate!

    mimiscraftcorner.blogspot.com

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  54. Lady FairSeptember 4, 2013 at 4:34 PM

    Cute project! This project would be great for any room, and the paper and ribbon could be changed for the holidays. :)

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  55. Melisa AlzammarSeptember 4, 2013 at 7:37 PM

    What a great idea Veronica. I love it.

    Melisa
    Lovemycricut2@gmail.com

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  56. Gail C.October 12, 2013 at 9:02 PM

    Love this idea for a gift!!

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Thank you so much for taking the time to comment! I appreciate your feedback and hope you were inspired!

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