Orchard Cottage Interiors

Papier-mâché girl diorama box, paper art wall decor This little girl, her dog, balloon heart, and bluebird have been made from cardboard, papier-mâché, florist wire, and Chalk Paint, and sit in a salvaged box covered with vintage book page scraps, which is sealed with clear and dark waxes. Her dress is made up of cotton fabric, lace ribbon, and buttons. This one-off wall hanging would look lovely as part of an eclectic gallery wall, or in a small space. All my pieces take time and patience to complete, and are unique - they won’t be replicated. I use high quality artist materials in all my crafts to ensure the best possible finish - they are wrapped with great care and well-packaged, using tissue, bubble wrap, and recycled card to ensure they reach you in perfect condition. Measurements H:22.5cm W:10cm D:3cm (Height including wire: 28.5cm) To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds

This lovely Art Deco jewellery box was a real find; it’s very well made, offers plenty of storage for your smalls, and has real 1930’s style. The box features a hinged lid, wooden tray with storage beneath, and drawer with original Bakelite pulls. It has been refinished with Chalk Paint: Aubusson Blue, Svenska Blue, Old White, and French Linen, with dragonfly relief on the top and sides, and sealed with clear and white waxes. Measures: 16cm x 24cm x 19cm To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds

Inspired by the work of Amedeo Modigliani, this little girl has been painted onto cotton fabric and embroidered with silk thread; her necklace is made up of transparent seed beads. The cardboard box has been covered in vintage book page scraps, and sealed with a clear matt varnish, and it hangs from knotted lace ribbon from tiny picture hooks. A unique piece of recycled, assembled art, perfect for a blank space needing a spark of art - hang on a kitchen cabinet knob, or set in a small shelf. Measures 11cm x 8cm x 4cm To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds

Pig in a poke ... well, a salvaged food tin, which has been covered with book page scraps, given a wash of Duck Egg Blue Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, then sealed with PVA glue and wax. The window is made up of matchsticks covered with tissue paper and painted. The pig is formed from layers of card and torn book pages, before being painted and sealed; the outer surface of the can is painted and waxed. A unique piece of recycled, assembled art, with hanging wire, perfect for a blank space needing a spark of art - hang on a kitchen cabinet knob, or set it in a small shelf. Measures H:8.5cm x 4cm

Recycled tin can, lined with book page scraps, given a wash of Svenska Blue Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, sealed with clear matt varnish, highlighted with gilding paste, and florist wire to hang. The bonnet is formed from layers of card and torn book pages, before being painted and sealed; then the ribbon and bee were attached (the bee is made from a brass bead spacer, Chalk Paint, varnish and salvaged netting). A unique piece of recycled, assembled art, with hanging wire, perfect for a blank space needing a spark of art - hang on a kitchen cabinet knob, or set it in a small shelf. Measures H:8.5cm x 4cm To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds

Small, whimsical house model made from a recycled cardboard box, which is decorated on all four sides. I’ve used salvaged vintage book pages and card, Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, gilding paste, varnish, and florist wire. Although made of card, this little piece is robust, owing to the layers of paper, glue, paint, and varnish. The varnish makes the piece water-resistant, but it should be protected from moisture and extreme temperatures. The whimsical quote is taken from the melodramatic novel, ‘Kings Row’, by Henry Bellamann. Dimensions - house H:12.5cm W:5.5cm D:4cm Overall height, including cloud 20cm To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds

Salvaged tin can, lined with torn book pages, given a wash of Chalk Paint, sealed with PVA glue and matt varnish. The robin is made up of layered cardboard and paper, painted, and sealed ... he has a glinting eye, and sits on a nest of twigs, with dried flowers and pine cone in the foreground. A unique piece of recycled, assembled art, with hanging wire, perfect for a blank space needing a spark of art - hang in a wall gallery, on a kitchen cabinet knob, or set it in/on a small shelf. Measures H:8.5cm x 4cm To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds

This hand painted wooden box will be perfect for essential oils, nail varnishes, or trinkets. It features a raised-stencilled bee, and is refinished with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint - custom Aqua, English Yellow, and Duck Egg Blue, sealed with clear soft wax, and gold leaf gilding paste Dimensions H:8.5cm W:19cm D:13cm 24 Compartments (2.7cm capacity) To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds

A Union Flag small for y’all, refinished with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Napoleonic Blue, Emperor’s Red, and Original, sealed with dark wax to age; gilding paste highlights have been added to the hardware and edges. The lining is original and in good, clean condition. Dimensions H:13.5cm W:26cm D:12.5cm This piece would make a unique birthday gift for someone special. Dimensions H:10cm W:26cm D:12cm To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds

Small chalkboard tray, refinished with a custom-mix blue, Duck Egg Blue, and Graphite, decoupaged with fish and shells, then sealed with clear and dark waxes. The chalkboard element has been seasoned. A perfect place to leave your keys, whatnots and doodahs, or a coffee table tidy, and a unique gift for him. Dimensions H:6.5cm W:30cm D:20cm To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds

This vintage cat coat hook, which I think would make a super necklace hanger for a cat lover, is refinished with layers of Amsterdam Green and Aubusson Blue Chalk Paint, then sealed with clear and dark waxes. Dimensions H:15.5cm, W:37.5cm, D:6cm (including hooks) To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds

New pine wine/bottle presentation box, refinished with Chalk Paint Provence, Old Ochre, and Graphite, then sealed with clear wax and a dark wax glaze. Those frolicking hares are painted freehand and there is a slight texture to them. This piece could also be used as a stationary/trinket/keepsake/memory box, and would make a unique Mother’s Day or birthday gift for a special someone. Dimensions H:10cm W:36m D:11.5cm To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds

This little pine caddy with turned handle has been refinished with a French Linen/Paris Grey mix and Original Chalk Paint; I’ve given it a French look with stripes and stencilling, and added a brass label pull; it is sealed with wax and lacquer. It would make useful storage for any room in your home, a desktop or book caddy. You could even use it as a presentation box stashed with favourites for your favourite person. This would make a lovely Mother’s Day gift. This is a robust piece and in very good condition. Dimensions H:25cm W:20cm D:12cm To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds

This once-brown, pre-loved piece has been lovingly transformed, and will make a perfect jewellery/trinket box for your small treasures. I’ve decorated it with a vintage metal escutcheon, bead, and raised stencilling, Chalk Paint Antibes Green and Provence, then sealed with clear wax and dark wax glaze. A nice little bathroom/bedroom piece for your jewellery, whatnots, and doodahs. The box was stripped of its hardware, before being cleaned inside and out, then sanded before and in between coats to give it a smooth finish. Dimensions H:10cm W:26cm D:12cm To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds

This hand painted trinket box has been refinished with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Antoinette over Old White, and sealed with white wax to add softness to this pretty pink shade - a unique, hand carved piece, and a nice little bathroom/bedroom piece for jewellery, whatnots, and doodahs. Dimensions H:7cm Diam:16.5cm To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds

This vintage wood carved mirror has been refinished with a base coat of Chalk Paint Coco, and layers of Emile, Paloma, and Duck Egg Blue Chalk Paint by Annie Sloan; it has then been sealed with clear, dark, and white waxes to protect and age. The cherub resin mould has been added during the process. It’s such a pretty little piece, and perfect for your costume jewellery or knickknacks. Dimensions H:38.5cm W:31cm D:14cm To purchase: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Orchardcottagefinds