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Sunday, December 21, 2014

Hark the Herald Angels Sing



I had a client bring a very large angel to me for a transformation.  Her daughter-in-law loves angels and she wanted to give this to her for Christmas.
Before:

 This angel is 3 feet tall and quite large.  My client wanted the angel aged in white tones, so I grabbed my handy dandy paint brush and began the transformation.  First, I dipped my paint brush in water and then in a small container of white chalk paint. This technique allows the paint to stay wet and I am able to wipe off any extra paint.  In some areas I wiped off too much paint, so I had to dry brush over again until I achieved a real, deep aged look.  
I think the angel might be daydreaming. What do you think?

Boxwood always makes things look better! 







Pedicure anyone?

Lovely wings!

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29 comments:

  1. ℳartina @ Northern NestingDecember 20, 2014 at 5:47 PM

    Beautiful transformation...love the added boxwood too!

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  2. DD's CottageDecember 20, 2014 at 5:49 PM

    Thank you Martina-I think boxwood looks good any place!

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  3. BethBootheDecember 20, 2014 at 6:04 PM

    Beautiful job!!!!

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  4. DD's CottageDecember 20, 2014 at 6:05 PM

    Thank you Beth-it was a fun project to do!

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  5. angieDecember 21, 2014 at 5:14 AM

    der engel sieht in weiß viel chöner aus!!! ich liebe die grüne bank!!! alles liebe von angie aus deutschland

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  6. MarigeneDecember 21, 2014 at 8:00 AM

    Wow, what a beautiful transformation!
    Merry Christmas...

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  7. Brenda PruittDecember 21, 2014 at 9:08 AM

    I'm sure the lucky recipient will love this angel!
    Brenda

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  8. chateau chicDecember 21, 2014 at 9:30 AM

    Beautiful! What a terrific transformation.
    Mary Alice

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    1. DD's CottageDecember 21, 2014 at 12:42 PM

      Thank you Mary Alice-I love quick and easy projects!

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  9. The Painted DrawerDecember 21, 2014 at 4:07 PM

    I've seen it all! A whitewashed angel lol! So pretty! What is it made out of? It certainly improved the little cherub :)

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    1. DD's CottageDecember 22, 2014 at 6:59 AM

      Thank you Suzanne-the angel is very large and is made of some hard resin I think. My client was happy so that is what counts right?

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  10. UnknownDecember 21, 2014 at 5:28 PM

    So much better whitewashed. Great transformation. Thanks for the tip, dip paintbrush in water and then the chalk paint.
    Merry Christmas & Happy New Year, Darielle.

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    1. DD's CottageDecember 22, 2014 at 7:00 AM

      Thanks Mary-I like things to go go quickly and this is a quick way to white wash!

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  11. JunkchiccottageDecember 21, 2014 at 7:22 PM

    So beautiful. What a great relove on this pretty angel. I bet your client was very pleased and her daughter in law is going to love this for Christmas.
    Kris

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    1. DD's CottageDecember 22, 2014 at 7:01 AM

      Thank you Kris-my client is happy and I think the angel is a cutie now!

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  12. Marie-Interior FrugalistaDecember 22, 2014 at 8:01 AM

    The angel looks so beautiful with a white washed finish. Your client must have been so pleased Darrielle. Merry Christmas and I look forward to all the beauties you have in store for us in 2015!
    Marie@The Interior Frugalista

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    1. DD's CottageDecember 22, 2014 at 9:42 AM

      Thank you Marie-Client happy! Merry Christmas to you too and the feeling is mutual!

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  13. UnknownDecember 22, 2014 at 12:28 PM

    I LOVE this cherub! You did a fantastic job! I can't wait to get one but haven't found one yet.
    jan@justjanblog

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    1. DD's CottageDecember 23, 2014 at 7:26 AM

      Thank you Janet-it was a fun project and easy too! good luck on the hunt!

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  14. Ivy and ElephantsDecember 23, 2014 at 9:08 PM

    Fabulous job! THe angel is amazing.
    Wishing you a happy and blessed holiday season.
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  15. Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingDecember 24, 2014 at 7:42 AM

    It's beautiful! You did a great job with it!!

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  16. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresDecember 25, 2014 at 2:55 PM

    I love the transformation and the boxwood wreath. Great job! Thanks so much for sharing her at Vintage Inspiration Party.

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    1. DD's CottageDecember 25, 2014 at 3:42 PM

      Thank you Betsy-I think Boxwood goes with everything!

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