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November 12, 2014 · 60 Comments

PB-Inspired “Joy to the World” Globe

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Pottery Barn Inspired "Joy to the World" Globe from the Crazy Craft Lady

I was on mommy vacation the other day (wandering the mall with a cup of S-bucks) when I stumbled upon this gorgeous globe in Pottery Barn’s Christmas decor section.Ā  I didn’t even bother checking out the price tag.Ā  I mean, let’s get real people.Ā  It’s a knick-knack from PB that will get used for 4-6 weeks per year.Ā  Not going to happen!

 

Instead, I went home, hopped on Amazon, and ordered a $12 globe.Ā  I wasn’t entirely confident in my DIY abilities on this one.Ā  The curve of the globe seemed like a stencil/transfer nightmare, and I literally had nightmares about free-handing this thing. But, I forged ahead anyway, and I’m sure glad I did!

Pottery Barn Inspired "Joy to the World" Globe from the Crazy Craft Lady

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Like I said, I started out with a $12 globe.Ā  This is the one here, but I’m sure you could find one at a thrift store, local chain store, your parent’s attic…Ā  I chose this one because it was only 5″ in diameter – a perfect decoration size.

Start by assembling your supplies (paint and brushes):

DIY Pottery Barn-Inspired "Joy to the World" Globe - Instructions

Supplies:

  • Globe (I used this one here)
  • Paint Brushes
  • Primer
  • Chalkboard Paint
  • Gold Paint
  • White Pencil or Chalk

Step one: Prime.Ā  You may want to do this first step in a well-ventilated area.Ā  Unless you like to live dangerously and aren’t particularly attached to all of your brain cells. I just used one coat of primer on all surfaces.

DIY Pottery Barn-Inspired "Joy to the World" Globe - Instructions

Step two: Paint.Ā  Wait.Ā  Paint.Ā  Wait.Ā  Paint.Ā  Ok.Ā  You get it.Ā  I ended up doing three thin coats of both the chalkboard paint and the gold paint.Ā  I did all three coats of chalkboard paint first, and then carefully painted the gold.

DIY Pottery Barn-Inspired "Joy to the World" Globe - Instructions

DIY Pottery Barn-Inspired "Joy to the World" Globe - Instructions

Step three: Get courageous, and free hand!Ā  I used a white pencil (like one from the box of Crayolas in your kid’s pencil box) instead of chalk.Ā  Here’s why: I plan on busting out this globe once a year for Christmas.Ā  I don’t want the chalk getting all smudged when I store it for the rest of the year.

Also, don’t be afraid if you mess up.Ā  I did, and then just painted over it and tried again.Ā  You can’t even tell on the finished product!

When making a chalkboard project that you don't want to smudge, use white pencil instead of chalk.

Boom! Three steps and done!

Despite my hesitations in starting this project, I am thrilled with the results.Ā  My new “Joy to the World” Globe is now proudly displayed on my mantle for the holiday season.

Pottery Barn Inspired "Joy to the World" Globe from the Crazy Craft Lady

Pottery Barn Inspired "Joy to the World" Globe from the Crazy Craft Lady

Pottery Barn Inspired "Joy to the World" Globe from the Crazy Craft Lady

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Comments

  1. Kim says

    November 12, 2014 at 4:09 pm

    Very cute!!

    Reply
  2. Lara @ Methodical Living says

    November 12, 2014 at 11:17 pm

    I love this! Thank you for sharing. šŸ™‚

    -Lara

    Reply
  3. Nici says

    November 12, 2014 at 11:25 pm

    What a great knockoff project! I love how you pulled it off! I’d be thrilled if you shared this at my Creative Ways Link Party that’s live right now. Hope to see you there!
    Blessings,
    Nici

    Reply
    • aimee says

      November 12, 2014 at 11:32 pm

      Thanks for the invite Nici! Linking up now!

      Reply
  4. Lisa @ Grandma's Briefs says

    November 13, 2014 at 9:24 am

    This is fabulous! Love it! Thank you for sharing. I have a spare globe that will be absolutely perfect for this. Joy to the world, indeed!

    Reply
  5. Christie says

    November 13, 2014 at 10:03 am

    I am so in love with this one! I just HAVE to make my very own. It’s awesome!

    Reply
  6. Justine Y says

    November 13, 2014 at 2:12 pm

    I have been on the look out for a globe in every thrift store I go to for this same purpose, to chalkboard it up! I think I might just have to order one also. šŸ™‚ Looks great!

    Reply
  7. Michele @ Neat Little Nest says

    November 13, 2014 at 7:32 pm

    Saw this on the Inspire Us Thursday’s Link Party at Organize 31 – so CUTE!

    Reply
    • aimee says

      November 14, 2014 at 8:12 am

      Thanks for stopping by Michelle!

      Reply
  8. Kelly says

    November 13, 2014 at 10:26 pm

    Well done! Pinning to make. I think it could stay out all year with different sayings at my house!

    Reply
    • aimee says

      November 14, 2014 at 8:12 am

      Thanks for sharing Kelly!

      Reply
  9. Kate says

    November 14, 2014 at 10:24 am

    I Love This!! So Great! I often see things in stores that I like and would like to recreate and I never get around to it. This inspires me to do that more!

    Reply
    • aimee says

      November 16, 2014 at 7:29 am

      I’m so glad Kate!

      Reply
  10. svitlana says

    November 14, 2014 at 11:52 am

    Great redo, and so easy šŸ™‚ especially if you already have old globe you don’t need anymore!!!

    Reply
  11. Corey says

    November 15, 2014 at 9:19 pm

    I have been looking for an old globe to do something like this with. Now I really want one! This is adorable. Thanks for the great tutorial.

    Reply
    • aimee says

      November 16, 2014 at 7:30 am

      You’re very welcome. Thanks for stopping by!

      Reply
    • aimee says

      November 16, 2014 at 7:38 am

      Good luck in your hunt!

      Reply
  12. Summer says

    November 15, 2014 at 10:23 pm

    I LOVE this! Great job! Found you from Avery Street Design linkup šŸ™‚

    Reply
    • aimee says

      November 16, 2014 at 7:39 am

      Thanks Summer! Thanks for stopping by šŸ™‚

      Reply
  13. Laura Irion // Avery Street Design says

    November 15, 2014 at 10:56 pm

    I love this!!! So glad to have found you.

    Reply
  14. Grace @ The Big Reveal says

    November 16, 2014 at 8:02 am

    I have been holding onto a globe I got on clearance at Home Goods for a project just like this! I think you have pushed me to finally start working on it! So pretty! Hope you will stop by our Found & Foraged linky party again next week!

    Reply
  15. Kim @ This Ole Mom says

    November 16, 2014 at 4:18 pm

    I love the way you made the globe look. It’s beautiful and, would look great with any holiday decor!

    Reply
  16. [email protected] says

    November 17, 2014 at 12:43 pm

    Hi Aimee, great idea, pinned.

    Reply
  17. [email protected] says

    November 18, 2014 at 7:32 am

    What a great idea! I never would have thought to paint over an old globe like this – it looks amazing! And great tip using white pencil instead of chalk – wish I had seen this sooner! šŸ™‚ I’d love for you to share this at the Talented Tuesday Link Party – it goes live every Tuesday at 9 central! http://homeremediesrx.com I hope to see you there! šŸ™‚

    Reply
  18. Erlene says

    November 18, 2014 at 6:51 pm

    This is too cute! Pinned. Would love if you came and shared this on the Merry Monday Link Party!

    Reply
  19. Leslie @ House on the Way says

    November 18, 2014 at 7:41 pm

    I love the globe from PB and your knock-off is great! Thanks for sharing at the Twirl & Take a Bow Party. I’m pinning!
    Leslie

    Reply
  20. Morgan Molitor says

    November 19, 2014 at 7:30 am

    LOVE!!! I didn’t know you could find globes at that great price!! Such a cute decor idea!!

    Reply
    • aimee says

      November 19, 2014 at 7:37 am

      Thanks Morgan. When you hate going out in the cold as much as I do, you become very familiar with Amazon Prime!

      Reply
  21. Kyla @HouseOfHipsters says

    November 19, 2014 at 5:02 pm

    This turned out soooo well! Totally doing this to one of my extra globes! Pinned! So glad you linked up at Found & Foraged. We hope to see you back Saturday night at 8PM!

    Reply
  22. carolyn says

    November 19, 2014 at 7:35 pm

    Love this! It’s so cute!!!
    That styrofoam garland is cute too!
    Carolyn
    http://www.ccmcafeeperspective.com/

    Reply
  23. Clare says

    November 20, 2014 at 12:14 am

    This looks fabulous – and I prefer it to the PB version!

    Reply
  24. susan says

    November 20, 2014 at 5:47 am

    I am so in love with your Joy to the World globe! I can’t wait to get a globe and make my own. Congrats, you’re featured this week on the Inspire Us Thursday Link Party at Organized 31.

    Reply
  25. Cecilia MyThriftStoreAddiction says

    November 21, 2014 at 8:56 pm

    Hi there, I hopped over from Creative Ways! I had not seen the PB version, but love yours! I have a mini globe and I can’t wait to try it! Thanks for the clever white pencil tip, too. Blessings, Cecilia
    p.s. I spell my oldest daughter’s name the same way you spell yours!

    Reply
  26. Joy @ Yesterfood says

    November 23, 2014 at 8:21 am

    Oh, my gosh, this is a huge win!! Way to go on creating such a lovely knock-off- I LOVE it! Your tutorial is so helpful and well done. Thank you for sharing it with us at Treasure Box Tuesday- pinned! šŸ™‚

    Reply
    • aimee says

      November 25, 2014 at 6:52 am

      Thanks for sharing the pin-love!

      Reply
  27. Mel {MamaBuzz} says

    November 23, 2014 at 11:02 pm

    This is so pretty! You did such a beautiful job. I went into PB for the very first time last week, and I walked around admiring, gaining inspiration. And that was about it. I totally get it. lol This is gorgeous. Thank you for sharing at Inspire Me Wednesday. Featuring you in this week’s issue.

    Reply
  28. The Lady Kay says

    November 24, 2014 at 7:18 am

    This is so wonderful! I admire your courage in free handing it with a white pencil. Visiting from the Cottage Market!

    Be Well–The Lady Kay

    Reply
    • aimee says

      November 25, 2014 at 6:51 am

      Thanks! It was a teeny bit nerve-racking!

      Reply
  29. Bonnie @ The Pin Junkie says

    November 24, 2014 at 10:01 am

    I love a good Pottery Barn hack! You did a great job on this Pottery Barn inspired globe! Thanks for sharing this great tutorial at The Pin Junkie. It was one of the features at this week’s party!

    Reply
    • aimee says

      November 25, 2014 at 6:51 am

      Awesome! Thanks Bonnie šŸ™‚

      Reply
  30. Michelle from Weekend Craft says

    November 26, 2014 at 11:38 am

    Love this! I have made a few vinyl globe quotes myself but love the chalk paint! Congrats you were featured on Creative Spark Link Party this week. Hope you link up again today! http://bit.ly/1pnSTkT

    Reply
  31. Allie says

    November 26, 2014 at 7:31 pm

    I love your Globe! I’m featuring on Worthwhile Wednesdays!
    ~Allie @ http://www.craftyallieblog.com

    Reply
  32. Sandra @ Sandra's Ark says

    November 27, 2014 at 6:16 pm

    I think Pottery Barn had a great idea for an unusual decoration but I think you had the best idea of all – keep it cheap because it is just a Christmas decoration. Dropping in from Worthwhile Wednesday.

    Reply

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