It's on the workbench. I've fashioned a part of a leaf that had broken off at the top out of some putty-type stuff my husband had on hand. It was part of my $2.41 purchase documented in my prior post. I am VERY excited about this "find". While the repair dries, I'm trying to figure out what color to paint it. Any suggestions?
I think this would be pretty if you antiqued it, Rebecca...all one color perhaps a terra or tea-stain.
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Jackie
Thanks, Jackie! I liked the tea-stain! I might be able to use an off white I have and wipe a glaze over it....
ReplyDeleteSpeaking of stain. Have you ever used Old English Scratch Cover Polish? I have used it to dull painted surfaces, especially on gold colored picture frames, that I have purchased at Goodwill. It works better on some surfaces than others. I test it on an inconspicuous place first. I always have the scratch cover polish on hand to use for its original purpose.
ReplyDeleteYour pineapple is going to look wonderful!
Don't you just love making a "silk purse out of a sow's ear"?
nancyr
Hi Rebecca....Wow! That's a sweet find. I think the white with glaze would be lovely. Where are you going to display it? Susan
ReplyDeleteGreat find. Isn't the pineapple known as a symbol of hospitality or something like that? I agree with the previous posters, paint plus stain. I think I'd go for a darkish gold paint, burnt sienna stain.
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Yes ("hospitality"), Darla. I really like architectural pieces and this feels a little bit like that.... I'm leaning toward a light cream colored base with a stain a bit darker....
DeleteOh very nice can't wait to see how it turns out!! Love Heather
ReplyDeleteoh my! I missed this! you know how I love pineapples too!!! how big is this thing? Can't wait to see the finished project!
ReplyDeleteIt's big, Jacque! I haven't measured it, but I'd guess close to 2 feet tall.
DeleteI Love a good Salvage Surgical story where a Thrifty Diva like yourself resurrects a great piece with some TLC and ingenuity! Good job at the creative restoration! *Winks* I had to laugh out loud at your comment... though I shan't reveal all of my Secrets, yes, I always get a great Deal and favor. On this particular Trip I was actually Gifted by a Dear Friend with a Creation from a Favorite Designer... my Heart fairly stopped still! I'm an Artist too and often Gift or Trade my pieces and I truly believe that generosity always comes back around... reciprocity is a Divine Law after all... you reap whatever you sow. And I've never been able to outgive God... He has buried me in Blessings and Favor, Hallelujah!
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What a beautiful find Rebecca, I'd love something like that! Great job restoring it too. Thank you for your kind visit sweet lady. Have a nice Sunday evening.
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