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“H” is for Horse

April 25, 2011

A rocking horse makeover.

Aunt B had given this rocking horse to girl #1 and #2 for Christmas a few years back:
My girls were little then and loved the rocking horse but now they’re big and the poor horse deserves some attention.
The horse was actually in very good condition but it did have my girls names painted on the rockers.
I decided to give it a makeover so Aunt B can have it for her daughter Lily.
Here’s the process:
1. Tape back mane and tail, remove ears and rope bridle.
2. Sand.
3. Paint with two coats Behr off white.
4. Paint pink polka dots and name:
5. Sand again to distress.
6. Stain with Minwax antique brown.
7. Seal with clear satin poly.
8. Attach new sisal rope for bridle and new leather ears:
9. Brush out yarn mane and tail, trim and add bow (tied and hot glued) to tail:
Now she’s a show pony!
A few detail shots:

One last side by side:
Giddy up Lily!
I’m linking up to:
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  1. Trisha @ The Sweet Survival says

    April 25, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Love the new look for the rocking horse! The pink polka dots are adorable!

    Reply
  2. Inspire Me Heather says

    April 25, 2011 at 12:58 PM

    I do like the after! Sweet little polka dots and distressed very nicely, well done!

    Reply
  3. MariaS says

    April 25, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    Gorgeous as always! You never fail to amaze me with your creativity!

    Reply
  4. SANDI says

    April 25, 2011 at 2:52 PM

    Awesome makeover! I love the distressed look!

    Reply
  5. d e l i g h t says

    April 26, 2011 at 12:04 PM

    Found your blog this morning and love the polka dots and your creative use of letters! You are just the kind of creative blog I want to watch..I am your newest follower. I invite you to visit my blog.

    Reply
  6. Holly says

    April 26, 2011 at 3:34 PM

    What little girl wouldn't love that pony?! Nice job!

    Reply
  7. MariaS says

    April 27, 2011 at 4:06 PM

    I just wanted to let you know I am giving you the Versatile Blogger award. Check out my page to get your award!

    Reply
  8. Amanda says

    April 27, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    love it

    Reply
  9. The Rusty Bucket says

    April 28, 2011 at 8:54 PM

    I think it is funny you taped the hair up. It makes sense but I wouldn't have thought of it until I was done. Very cute job!
    Thanks for stopping by. Back at-cha!
    -Bethanie

    Reply
  10. hilary @ the upcycle furniture co. says

    April 28, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    oh my… too cute!!!!

    Reply
  11. Jennifer says

    April 29, 2011 at 2:06 AM

    So cute! I love rocking horses and you made this one just darling! I'm your neighbor over at Chic on a Shoestring!
    Jen
    Scissors & Spatulas

    Reply
  12. Lolly Jane says

    April 29, 2011 at 4:18 PM

    that is DARLING! 🙂 awesome transformation!

    Reply
  13. Carolyn says

    May 2, 2011 at 10:13 PM

    That is just so cute!

    Carolyn

    Reply
  14. Stacey says

    May 3, 2011 at 2:28 AM

    Cute, cute, cute! love the polkas! Nice redo – love how you took something old and made it new!
    Stacey of Embracing Change

    Reply
  15. Cait says

    May 14, 2011 at 12:19 AM

    Very cute, lovely tutorial, I love rocking horses, I would have liked one like this when I was young 🙂

    Reply
  16. ~Iffy~ says

    June 2, 2011 at 1:58 PM

    This is too cute! Stopping by from the Lettered Cottage DIY party. I would love for you to come link up to my party too, going on all week!
    And be sure to enter my giveaway too!
    Thanks
    ~Iffy~

    http://www.stayathomenation.blogspot.com

    Reply
  17. gatheredinthekitchen.com says

    June 5, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    This is precious! It looks so adorable! The pink polka dots totally rock! You are sooo creative!

    Reply
  18. All That Glitters says

    June 7, 2011 at 2:58 AM

    This is just the sweetest rocking horse!!

    Reply

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