tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post6302110930110345752..comments2024-03-08T23:03:16.188-08:00Comments on Renaissance Mermaid: Anthro-Inspired Upcycled Vintage ArtJuliehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.comBlogger34125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-75631665443850116432016-03-23T09:29:50.161-07:002016-03-23T09:29:50.161-07:00What a sweet comment, Cynthia :) Good luck and hav...What a sweet comment, Cynthia :) Good luck and have fun with your thrift store shopping!Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-23346573035797547192016-03-23T09:01:28.748-07:002016-03-23T09:01:28.748-07:00You prettified those up quite nicely! I never wou...You prettified those up quite nicely! I never would have thought to paint the frames like you did, and I really love the colors you chose. Guess I'll be looking at some of those paintings/prints in Goodwill a little differently, now.Cynthiahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12771661767576872674noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-13236590994991859612016-03-16T13:12:37.049-07:002016-03-16T13:12:37.049-07:00It must be fun living with an artist, Nancy :) I d...It must be fun living with an artist, Nancy :) I do so admire that talent! I guess that we do retain some of what we learn in our education, haha. It's nice of you to ask me to share more, and I'll definitely throw some tips in now and again! Hugs to you. Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-49930855471054579352016-03-16T07:17:07.583-07:002016-03-16T07:17:07.583-07:00I smiled at your complementary colors comment. My ...I smiled at your complementary colors comment. My husband the artist points that out to me quite often as we consider various colors around our home. It's so true, though. Your orange and teal are gorgeous together and that's why. I just love the vignettes you've created here,<br />Julie. I hope you'll share more of your design knowledge with us. Hugs, Nancy A Joyful Cottagehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08604235087317891071noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-38162271952894680742016-03-16T05:42:21.772-07:002016-03-16T05:42:21.772-07:00Thanks, Jillian. I'm heading over now!Thanks, Jillian. I'm heading over now!Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-39104357401210392762016-03-16T05:04:13.961-07:002016-03-16T05:04:13.961-07:00Wow, I love it. I find these vintage style prints ...Wow, I love it. I find these vintage style prints all of the time. This project fits perfectly with my "Let's Talk Vintage" link up... hop on over if you get a chance!Jillian's Bella Rosa Antiqueshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04325276255189392605noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-79660186848174315112016-03-15T15:05:39.849-07:002016-03-15T15:05:39.849-07:00The frames were still there and also on sale! I g...The frames were still there and also on sale! I gave you a shout out on the blog today : <br /><br />http://distresseddonnadownhome.blogspot.com/2016/03/habitat-habit.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DistressedDonnaDownHome+%28Distressed+Donna+Down+Home%29Donna Wilkeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12985036983888082763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-17813774083307334852016-03-15T05:21:10.489-07:002016-03-15T05:21:10.489-07:00There are SO many pretty washi tapes, AnnMarie. I...There are SO many pretty washi tapes, AnnMarie. It's easy to get creative! Thanks for stopping by :)Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-20249816552051208532016-03-15T05:20:18.234-07:002016-03-15T05:20:18.234-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-44363143646950074852016-03-15T04:35:06.120-07:002016-03-15T04:35:06.120-07:00These are fabulous! I love the easy transformation...These are fabulous! I love the easy transformations. I often wondered what to do with washi tape! Now I know!AnnMarie aka Vintage Junkie aka NaNahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01969507879772949374noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-86059152010353407602016-03-14T06:46:18.629-07:002016-03-14T06:46:18.629-07:00Jemma, I have also bought a few tops, scarves, etc...Jemma, I have also bought a few tops, scarves, etc. :) But the real reason I go in there is for the home decor and the inspiration. You and I have similar taste!Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-33187060240920630912016-03-14T06:38:07.420-07:002016-03-14T06:38:07.420-07:00Julie,
I am a Anthro fan as well. In fact last wee...Julie,<br />I am a Anthro fan as well. In fact last week my sister in law and I visited our local store.<br />I too leave inspired and with some fresh ideas.<br />Updating these frames totally transformed the art.<br />Their clothing line is a bit young, but I have been known to find a top or two!<br />JemmaJemma@athomewithjemmahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01137225389791605398noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-7795007309302984962016-03-14T05:34:44.728-07:002016-03-14T05:34:44.728-07:00You are so sweet, Susan! Lately, I'm all about...You are so sweet, Susan! Lately, I'm all about using color. It's fun to add life to something with a little paint. And there are so many fun patterns and colors! Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-42206407799551916552016-03-14T05:10:15.714-07:002016-03-14T05:10:15.714-07:00These look great. I have walked away from some vin...These look great. I have walked away from some vintage art because I just couldn't imagine how to update it. Now I know!<br />Yes, thinking of your style I can see why you would be drawn to Anthropologie. More style boards please!<br />Cheers!Tea in the Libraryhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05113281875697713530noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-10011611535159688032016-03-13T17:31:01.081-07:002016-03-13T17:31:01.081-07:00I appreciate the compliments, Laura. I'll be s...I appreciate the compliments, Laura. I'll be sure to be back for Thoughts of Home!Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-17095129355939783132016-03-13T15:28:23.356-07:002016-03-13T15:28:23.356-07:00Its amazing how the frame updates transformed the ...Its amazing how the frame updates transformed the art. You post was truly a joy to read and I hope that you will continue adding your ray of sunshine every week on Thoughts of Home on Thursdays.Decor To Adorehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04359245078617786198noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-40420393413559417662016-03-12T05:04:18.058-08:002016-03-12T05:04:18.058-08:00I am so envious of anyone with fine art talent. An...I am so envious of anyone with fine art talent. And I agree about the framing...it can make a huge impact! Thanks for your comment!Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-73875638226618936182016-03-11T22:34:42.336-08:002016-03-11T22:34:42.336-08:00Frames make a huge difference and I like your upda...Frames make a huge difference and I like your updates.<br /><br />My husband is a professional artist and it amazes me the impact the right frame has on a painting.<br /><br />Thanks for sharing with SYC.Art and Sandhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09070124859845536964noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-72066985849751849072016-03-10T20:53:11.440-08:002016-03-10T20:53:11.440-08:00I hope you get the frames, Donna. These were fun t...I hope you get the frames, Donna. These were fun to update!Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-17269945945743739572016-03-10T14:55:33.098-08:002016-03-10T14:55:33.098-08:00I passed by a set of these deep frames with cardbo...I passed by a set of these deep frames with cardboard yesterday. I am going back to see if they are still there. Love the frames.Donna Wilkeshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12985036983888082763noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-50968273711111358022016-03-10T13:48:22.654-08:002016-03-10T13:48:22.654-08:00I think I'll be washi-Ing everything now, Caro...I think I'll be washi-Ing everything now, Carol :) Thanks for your visit!Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-58156176128045960172016-03-10T12:05:32.000-08:002016-03-10T12:05:32.000-08:00Great upcycling with the pretty bright-colored fra...Great upcycling with the pretty bright-colored frames and adding washi is such a great idea! Love wandering around Anthro.<br /><br />An Oasis in the Deserthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03775583025686145582noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-37276672109057241052016-03-10T11:23:49.852-08:002016-03-10T11:23:49.852-08:00Thank you, Janet! I appreciate your visit and comm...Thank you, Janet! I appreciate your visit and comment :)Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-18462859616428424882016-03-10T10:44:04.763-08:002016-03-10T10:44:04.763-08:00Very creative! I love the look and your vignette ...Very creative! I love the look and your vignette is pretty!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00726844770808799411noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-934343426853367114.post-62490656513848051262016-03-10T06:38:19.541-08:002016-03-10T06:38:19.541-08:00Thanks, Stacey. And I did link up to Thoughts of ...Thanks, Stacey. And I did link up to Thoughts of Home! :)Juliehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03017368307967996380noreply@blogger.com