Tuesday, February 23, 2010

Painting Vintage China

I stumbled into a wonderful thing a little while ago.....and I just can't get enough of it! It's the Porcelain Pen/Marker!! The possibilities are endless and I can't stop drawing! Basically, you just draw and then bake it in the oven and it's good to go! Dishwasher safe and everything. I've only just begun...but here are a few of my little "etsy" inspired practice pieces...(all done on vintage china found at my local thrift store). I just wish I'd bought more pen colours while I was at Michaels!





ps...can you tell I'm quite attached to my little white bird that's been showing up in so many photos? :)

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23 comments:

  1. TinaFebruary 23, 2010 at 8:31 PM

    Oh my goodness, these are gorgeous:) What a fantastic idea. I love your little bird design!! I wonder if there is someone here in Australia that sells those pens? I am off to have a little look:) Thanks so much for sharing this wonderful idea - love it!! ~ Tina x

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  2. Simply Mel {Reverie}February 23, 2010 at 8:44 PM

    These are so cute! Love the last one most...so adorable!

    And I scrolled down and my eyes couldn't stop looking at your beautiful white slipcovers and sitting room - a gorgeous space!

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  3. michelle b @ every little thing inspiredFebruary 23, 2010 at 10:41 PM

    i love the last one too!! great idea, so simple but amazing!!

    (i like the "spot the white birdie" idea it could be like your "thing")

    effortlessly talented trace.
    xoxo

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  4. UnknownFebruary 24, 2010 at 5:30 AM

    What a great idea! And you're a really good artist (I can't draw at all)!!! I love the last set with the little birds!!!

    :) T

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  5. Megandvd@Beauty in the AttemptFebruary 24, 2010 at 7:24 AM

    Somehow I made my way into your beautiful world and I am SMITTEN! I love your style and you have the most precious family!

    I love your sweet little birds...hmm...a porcelain pen? I might have to find one for myself.

    Anywho...I love your little corner of the world! I hope to see more of you and look forward to getting snippets of your blessed world. :)

    Cheers~
    e

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  6. ~*~ saskia ~*~February 24, 2010 at 11:03 AM

    Wow, these are truly gorgeous! You're a little artist!! Sweet idea too, I'm off to visit that site ....

    Saskia
    xo

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  7. TriciaFebruary 24, 2010 at 11:39 AM

    Are you drawing those free-handed? They are amazing- you are quite talented! I love your little white bird. :)

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  8. Sixty-Fifth AvenueFebruary 26, 2010 at 5:26 PM

    This is so cute! I love your little birdies too.

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  9. michelle b @ every little thing inspiredFebruary 26, 2010 at 9:45 PM

    oh, lucky you on a trip to seattle!! you didnt get me what i think you did!!!? what a doll you are!!
    thanks!
    xoxo

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  10. koraleeFebruary 26, 2010 at 9:52 PM

    Oh my goodness...thank you for sharing...this is amazing. Plus your artwork is so charming. Does the pen come in colours? I may just have to hit Micheals up and see if I can find some. Pure inspiration today my friend. xoxo

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  11. Anne LorysFebruary 27, 2010 at 6:40 PM

    Holy cow, that is amazing!
    I had no idea there was something like this out there...I simply MUST have it now!

    Your drawings are really, really good!

    So nice to meet you. :-)

    Anne

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  12. Living It At HomeFebruary 28, 2010 at 8:13 AM

    Wow, I have never even heard of what you are doing with the plates! Great idea and you are so talented! I am so glad that I stopped by. Love the bird motif's!

    ~jamilyn

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  13. KathysueMarch 1, 2010 at 12:41 PM

    Hi, I see what you mean. You do have birds on your blog. I love what you did with the plate, very clever, How fun!! Thank you for coming by my blog post of birds in design and leaving such a nice comment and for taking the time . I so appreciate it, Kathysue

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  14. Wendy March 11, 2010 at 10:00 PM

    What a fabulous idea! I really love the first one with the girl and the birds...just darling!

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  15. TiffanyMarch 12, 2010 at 5:55 AM

    So adorable. What a clever idea. They turned out great! That little white birdie is precious!

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  16. Simply DomesticMarch 12, 2010 at 7:06 AM

    Great idea! You are a great artist! I love the name of your blog, too. Very cute! Glad I found you.

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  17. Becky@Beyond The Picket FenceMarch 12, 2010 at 8:34 AM

    Oh wow--love this idea--I am so copying. Thanks for linking up!

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  18. JeanMarch 14, 2010 at 3:03 PM

    get some more pens and keep up the good work!

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  19. Andy PorterMarch 14, 2010 at 3:31 PM

    I'm running out the door to find me a pen like that. OH MY FUN-NESS. I LOVE IT!!

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  20. Maria ConferMarch 16, 2010 at 8:08 AM

    Your blog is amazing. I love all your creative ideas, especially the painted dishes.

    Lulu Letty

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  21. Jen @ tatertotsandjello.comMarch 19, 2010 at 9:51 PM

    Are you serious?? I have never heard of that. I love those. Wonderful!

    Thanks so much for linking up to my party! I really appreciate it!

    XOOX
    Jen

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  22. Jess @ Frugal with a FlourishMarch 31, 2010 at 4:02 AM

    Love it! That is a great idea! Thanks for sharing!!!

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  23. Nancy's Daily DishMarch 31, 2010 at 5:51 PM

    What a great idea! I love it!

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Thank you so much for your comments! I love reading every single one :)