I made this shadow box display case for our home and thought I would share the results with y’all. It turned out perfect! So, for me, memories should not be tucked away into boxes in the attic. I love to see these things displayed around my home. It brings that touch of nostalgia to a room that you just can’t get any other way. The best way to display those? A shadow box display case!
Materials to make a shadow box display case:
- Shadow box (I love unfinished ones that come in a variety of sizes.)
- Stain (I used this Americana Color Stain in white.)
- Craft paint
- Brushes
- Rag
- Mementos
- Glue Dots
Instructions:
I wanted to use this project to display my father-in-law’s horse show ribbons that he won throughout the years. We have so many of these so I chose a few for this project. Since these are long, I used the 9.625×16 shadow box. Be sure to think of the size of your items when ordering a box. These had been in a drawer for so long and they were really wrinkled. I used an iron and a damp pressing cloth to get everything looking as good as possible.
Remove the back from your shadowbox next and paint it. I used a dark charcoal color but you can use any color that you wish. This can be any craft paint that you have on hand. Once dry, you will want to secure your mementos to the back. I used Glue Dots as they hold strong but are also safe for projects like these.
You also want to finish the shadow box itself. I used a white stain on my project. Just brush on the stain, allow to sit a few minutes, then wipe away with a rag. I love stain for projects like these as you don’t have to mask off your glass. Just wipe the product away if you get any on the glass surface. Allow everything to dry completely before assembling your shadow box with your precious memories inside.
You can use this same technique to display just about anything in your home. Think about those gorgeous items that have long been shoved in drawers and boxes. Don’t they deserve a special place in your home? And what can be more special than decorating with things that bring back such good memories?
I love how this shadow box display case turned out and I can’t wait to make another. Will you be adding one to your home? I think you will love the results!
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This is really a very great idea for making a shadow box display case. You have done it so beautifully.
Well done you shadow box is great. Its not only a pretty display it will help keep the valued ribbons clean and together. It looks great in the white paint.
Such great ideas! 🙂
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This is the perfect use for a shadowbox, Angie. I love when memories are displayed especially so beautifully.
I love your memory case! I too love to be surrounded by my memories where I can see them and smile.
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I love this idea because my girls have so many horse show ribbons. Nice!
Angie, that is really a cute way to display the winning ribbons! I agree with you too…why bury your keepsakes in the attic? Get them out & enjoy them year-round! Such a neat way to do it…in a shadow box.
The idea of a shadow box is an excellent I received one when I retire from the United States Army. My Command and coworkers placed in my shadow box all of the awards I received during my service thank you for this article