Recently I was shopping in one of my favorite discount stores and I found this clock. When I got it home, I was very disappointed that even after putting batteries in it, the timepiece did not function. Maybe that is why it was in the "deep" clearance section. Well, instead of trying to take it back to the store, I thought about doing an upcycle project with it.
Look how cute it turned out and it was relatively easy. I think the hardest part might be taking the timepiece out. That will depend on how it is assembled. I was not concerned if I bent the clock arms, but if you are going to try and keep your project as a usable clock, you will need to take it slowly when disassembling as all of those pieces are very easy to damage.
I used a purchased digitized sewing machine design from "Designs By Sick" along with some standard text in my embroidery software. You could really get creative with this project. I can think of so many ways to customize with names or themes for kids bedrooms and nurseries. You could also make yours for different occupations. I think your hairdresser or veterinarian would absolutely love to get one of these. My local thrift stores always have clocks that have been donated. Once you get them home and take apart all of the pieces, you could have unique gifts in a very short time. An added bonus is you are helping the environment by keeping a clock out of a landfill.
Mine has a special place on my wall right above my sewing machine. I have a download below to show how easily you could make your own Upcycled Clock. I hope you have enjoyed this post, share what you have learned and are generous with what you make. Someone will appreciate your hard work.
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