If you’re anything like us, digging through dusty corners of auction houses and forgotten bins in junk shops is a favorite past time. We’re always hoping for a treasure — often revealed when we see that maker’s label.
There’s some kind of magic in that distressed, faded lettering that transports you back to another time and place. A time when every piece of furniture had dovetail joints and was made of real wood (imagine that!).
While not everything you find is going to be a treasure, that doesn’t mean YOU can’t make it look like one.
That’s why we made the Label Ephemera transfer. Use it whenever a project or piece just needs a little bit of a label magic to transform it.
What’s the Label Ephemera Transfer and How Can I Get One?
IOD transfers are pressure sensitive and applied by rubbing them onto the project surface. Always use a high quality water-based sealer before and after applying the decal to make sure they look beautiful for years to come.
This might be our most favorite way to use Label Ephemera because it makes an old dresser or wooden bench travel back in time. It effortlessly gives your piece a feeling of handmade authenticity and antique craftsmanship without the price tag.
Peggy of Gardenhouse Studio in East Corinth, VT shares before and after pictures (and everything in between) of the dresser above in her out her step-by-step blog post.Check out how Alison of re.in.vented in Luthersberg, PA complimented the carvings and curves of this dresser with IOD transfersIs black painted furniture your thing? Get inspired by how Valerie of Bluebird Mercantile in Winter Garden, FL transformed this old dresser by layering several IOD transfers. Look at all the delicious details below!Label Ephemera layered with butterflies from Lynne of Ellen J Goods in Medina, NYDianna of Mabel and Martha’s Vintage Style Decor in Saskatchewan, Canada
Learn how to create a grunge look with Debi of Elsie Lane Boutique in Spokane, WA
Doesn’t HAVE to be a Dresser…
Antique secretary desk by Siobhan of Von Boo in Brisbane AustraliaMichelle of Serendipity House in Southern, NH gave some label love to the back of this buffet so that it looks gorgeous when floating in a room
Shabby chic furniture makeover (press play to watch her step-by-step) with Carmen of Curious Farms Market in Bennett, COFarmhouse bench created by Leslie from A Quaint Market in Colorado Springs, COAntique sewing cabinet by Kathy of The Vintage Dames in Lemoyne, PAJanice Sain, member of the Iron Orchid Designs Creative Tribe, completely transformed this old card catalog into a coffee table with the Label Ephemera transfer and hairpin legs Hall table and stool makeover by Nicole of Altered Ending in Northwest, ORTea cart makeover by Gina of Vintage Charm Homestead, Libertyville, IL Look at the subtle color Susan of The Withered Barn in Homedale, ID layered with stamped roses over the transfer on the front of this blanket chest. Fancy!
Make a Gallery with All These DIY Wall Decor Ideas Using Label Ephemera
Whether you have a whole wall in need of a gorgeous gallery or are just looking to fill in a little blank wall space – we’re bringing you some inspiration!
Collection created by Lynne of Ellen J Goods in Medina, NYIf you love the look of this weathered wood sign, you won’t want to miss the step-by-step tutorial by Lisa of Sweet & Sassy Treasures in Shelby Township, MI. Perfect piece for a little nook made by Melanie of The Painted Bench in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Check out her complete step-by-step tutorial to make this wall art by clicking here.Wall art created by DIY with Jayne from Funkiture Gifts and DIY Studio in Hiawassee, GAIn this Waste Not Wednesday video with Jami Ray of Jami Ray Vintage, you can learn how to upcycle an ugly old thrift store painting into the masterpiece aboveValerie of Bluebird Mercantile in Winter Garden, FL added her own style to this old wooden Craftsman frameLove how Diane of Diane’s Designs of Williston, ND created an old tin tile look using the Cubano Stamp before layering on Label Ephemera to create this pieceWatch this step-by-step video showing how to create this wall art using an inexpensive frame by Susan of The Withered Barn in Homedale, IDAnother creative piece of DIY wall decor by Diane of Diane’s Designs of Williston, ND Made using reclaimed wood by Stayce of The Duchess Of Yorktown, in Yorktown, VA How cute is this painted vintage window and window box combination created by Barbara of The Treasured Home in Fair Oaks, CA The perfect mantel decor created by Mitzie of The Reclaimed Treasures in Occoquan, VA
This Transfer Can be Used More Ways Than We Can Count!
Ready for a day at the beach with this picnic basket by Linda of Seaporium in Hyannis, MA
Make your own field journal! You won’t want to miss this super creative upcycle project by Carmen of Curious Farms Market in Bennet, CO Display plate created by Susan of Extending Grace in Hubbard, OH Vintage styled dress forms by Rhonda of Fruitful Life Studio in Exeter, CA. Check out the “how-to” video below so you can make this chic decor accessory yourself!
Farmhouse tray made from a repurposed dresser drawer created by Barb at Vintage Finds & Redesign in Temperance, MI Here’s an easy beginner project that takes your decor to the next level! Paint and use rub on transfers on a wooden tissue box cover like Dagny of Redefined For You in Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada
Did we inspire you with all the project ideas for the Label Ephemera Transfer? We want to see what beautiful things you make with this IOD transfer so don’t forget to share them with us on social media.
If you’re anything like us, digging through dusty corners of auction houses and forgotten bins in junk shops is a favorite past time. We’re always hoping for a treasure — often revealed when we see that maker’s label.
There’s some kind of magic in that distressed, faded lettering that transports you back to another time and place. A time when every piece of furniture had dovetail joints and was made of real wood (imagine that!).
While not everything you find is going to be a treasure, that doesn’t mean YOU can’t make it look like one.
That’s why we made the Label Ephemera transfer. Use it whenever a project or piece just needs a little bit of a label magic to transform it.
What’s the Label Ephemera Transfer and How Can I Get One?
IOD transfers are pressure sensitive and applied by rubbing them onto the project surface. Always use a high quality water-based sealer before and after applying the decal to make sure they look beautiful for years to come.
This might be our most favorite way to use Label Ephemera because it makes an old dresser or wooden bench travel back in time. It effortlessly gives your piece a feeling of handmade authenticity and antique craftsmanship without the price tag.
Peggy of Gardenhouse Studio in East Corinth, VT shares before and after pictures (and everything in between) of the dresser above in her out her step-by-step blog post.Check out how Alison of re.in.vented in Luthersberg, PA complimented the carvings and curves of this dresser with IOD transfersIs black painted furniture your thing? Get inspired by how Valerie of Bluebird Mercantile in Winter Garden, FL transformed this old dresser by layering several IOD transfers. Look at all the delicious details below!Label Ephemera layered with butterflies from Lynne of Ellen J Goods in Medina, NYDianna of Mabel and Martha’s Vintage Style Decor in Saskatchewan, Canada
Learn how to create a grunge look with Debi of Elsie Lane Boutique in Spokane, WA
Doesn’t HAVE to be a Dresser…
Antique secretary desk by Siobhan of Von Boo in Brisbane AustraliaMichelle of Serendipity House in Southern, NH gave some label love to the back of this buffet so that it looks gorgeous when floating in a room
Shabby chic furniture makeover (press play to watch her step-by-step) with Carmen of Curious Farms Market in Bennett, COFarmhouse bench created by Leslie from A Quaint Market in Colorado Springs, COAntique sewing cabinet by Kathy of The Vintage Dames in Lemoyne, PAJanice Sain, member of the Iron Orchid Designs Creative Tribe, completely transformed this old card catalog into a coffee table with the Label Ephemera transfer and hairpin legs Hall table and stool makeover by Nicole of Altered Ending in Northwest, ORTea cart makeover by Gina of Vintage Charm Homestead, Libertyville, IL Look at the subtle color Susan of The Withered Barn in Homedale, ID layered with stamped roses over the transfer on the front of this blanket chest. Fancy!
Make a Gallery with All These DIY Wall Decor Ideas Using Label Ephemera
Whether you have a whole wall in need of a gorgeous gallery or are just looking to fill in a little blank wall space – we’re bringing you some inspiration!
Collection created by Lynne of Ellen J Goods in Medina, NYIf you love the look of this weathered wood sign, you won’t want to miss the step-by-step tutorial by Lisa of Sweet & Sassy Treasures in Shelby Township, MI. Perfect piece for a little nook made by Melanie of The Painted Bench in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada. Check out her complete step-by-step tutorial to make this wall art by clicking here.Wall art created by DIY with Jayne from Funkiture Gifts and DIY Studio in Hiawassee, GAIn this Waste Not Wednesday video with Jami Ray of Jami Ray Vintage, you can learn how to upcycle an ugly old thrift store painting into the masterpiece aboveValerie of Bluebird Mercantile in Winter Garden, FL added her own style to this old wooden Craftsman frameLove how Diane of Diane’s Designs of Williston, ND created an old tin tile look using the Cubano Stamp before layering on Label Ephemera to create this pieceWatch this step-by-step video showing how to create this wall art using an inexpensive frame by Susan of The Withered Barn in Homedale, IDAnother creative piece of DIY wall decor by Diane of Diane’s Designs of Williston, ND Made using reclaimed wood by Stayce of The Duchess Of Yorktown, in Yorktown, VA How cute is this painted vintage window and window box combination created by Barbara of The Treasured Home in Fair Oaks, CA The perfect mantel decor created by Mitzie of The Reclaimed Treasures in Occoquan, VA
This Transfer Can be Used More Ways Than We Can Count!
Ready for a day at the beach with this picnic basket by Linda of Seaporium in Hyannis, MA
Make your own field journal! You won’t want to miss this super creative upcycle project by Carmen of Curious Farms Market in Bennet, CO Display plate created by Susan of Extending Grace in Hubbard, OH Vintage styled dress forms by Rhonda of Fruitful Life Studio in Exeter, CA. Check out the “how-to” video below so you can make this chic decor accessory yourself!
Farmhouse tray made from a repurposed dresser drawer created by Barb at Vintage Finds & Redesign in Temperance, MI Here’s an easy beginner project that takes your decor to the next level! Paint and use rub on transfers on a wooden tissue box cover like Dagny of Redefined For You in Kentville, Nova Scotia, Canada
Did we inspire you with all the project ideas for the Label Ephemera Transfer? We want to see what beautiful things you make with this IOD transfer so don’t forget to share them with us on social media.
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