Saturday, June 11, 2011

A Romantic Mood

The last redesign I shared with you was a frenchy table inspired by peeling plaster. That table is actually one of my favorites. Today, I decided to create a few complimentary pieces. I started with this pair of corbels.


I found them like this.


I believe they were supposed to mimic drapes. I wanted to give them a light curtain feel, so I drybrushed them a soft pink.




This mirror required a little more layering.


I wanted a partner to the table.


So I used the same technique.



Here they are together.



The table, corbels, and mirror, work well with this redesigned frame of mine.



I also did a gesso wash on several frames, leaving a hint of the dark finish underneath.




I had fun creating these complimentary pieces with their subtle hues. I must have been in a romantic mood. Will this mood continue?

More redesigns waiting to be shared. See ya soon.
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11 comments:

  1. UnknownJune 11, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    Love how you share your process....beautiful work.:)

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  2. UnknownJune 11, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    I just love all those frames, beautiful job!

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  3. CatherineJune 11, 2011 at 9:50 AM

    I love everything you do. I have a wonderful old table on casters with a pediment underneath where the legs come together. I also have some great old frames in varying states of disrepair. I would like to do something similar to what you've done. Being a relatively new follower to your blog, do you have a tutorial somewhere that tells what paints you use and explains in a little more detail what your painting techniques are? I sure would love some pointers. Thank you so much and I really enjoy your blog.

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  4. The Charm of HomeJune 11, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    How nice these turned out! I love the old frames. Wish I could find some here. Thanks for sharing this at Home Sweet Home! You have a wonderful talent for this.
    Sherry

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  5. The Polka Dot ClosetJune 12, 2011 at 12:59 AM

    I love those frames!!! and being a love of all things pink I love the sconces. What is a gesso wash?

    Carol

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  6. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️June 12, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    WOW! I love the difference. All the pieces now work beautiful together.

    Dee

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  7. DebbiedoosJune 12, 2011 at 10:18 PM

    Love this mirror...so pretty.

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  8. lvroftiquesJune 15, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    That frame with the barbola swags is making me swoon! *winks* Vanna

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  9. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJune 16, 2011 at 3:17 PM

    Love your corbels and mirror- sooo pretty! Thanks for linking this up at FNF :)

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  10. TheresaJune 17, 2011 at 3:11 PM

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  11. TheresaJune 17, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    Sorry I accidentally deleted my comment!
    You have a lovely blog and I look forward to following you and seeing more transformations.
    I need to get some gesso!
    Thanks for your visit!

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