I wonder. . . do you ever go off track with your creativity?
That’s exactly what I did yesterday and today. It’s not like I don’t already have a million projects on the go in readiness for my market next week. . . but there I was merrily making pretty shabby things in my studio when my mind began to wander.
I had a new design idea swimming around in my head and the more I tried to dismiss it the stronger the idea became.
At least these vintage French bikes fit in with my shabby French theme!
I’ve made dozens of signs in two sizes. . .
and eight variations.
I think these little signs satisfy my urge to make something vintage, French, shabby and romantic.
Do you remember this little teaser from my ‘Australian Pickers’ haul (here) last week?
Thought I’d quickly show you how well this little vintage beauty scrubbed up.
There was lots of washing, sanding, stripping and painting before she regained her former glory, but well worth it in the end. I loved how ‘used’ looking her top was so left it unpainted to tell it’s own story. A lick of bees wax was all that was needed to give her back a lovely patina. I also retained her original door hardware and makers label.
Both the signs and the cabinet will be available for purchase at the Foreshore Artists Market next Saturday.
If you like the French Bike signs they will be available on my website next month.
Have a great weekend everyone.
Hugs ~ Kerryanne
Love the cabinet:)It’s always so much fun to watch a piece of furniture come to life. Hoping market goes well for you next week. Thanks also for your sweet words on the “not even a number clock”.
Blessings
hej så många olika fina saker.
Ha en fin fredagskväll!
Kram
Hanna
hi very nice art u make
Oh what fun! After just returning from Paris I could absolutely see these beautiful pieces in a little shop there. What a clever idea. Thanks for sharing and hope you’re having a great day.
Holly
Hey Kerryanne! LOOOOOOOOVE your French vintage bikes and roses …Tre chic! :0) I’m thinking one will have to come live at my place when you list them on your website … OOPS! There goes the play money again … but at least I’ll have lots of pretty things around me to enjoy! Tee! Hee! Hee! Love the little cabinet too … GB says it’s good that we’re not close enough to come to your markets! :0) Enjoy your weekend – Bear Hugs! KRIS
I hope you remind us when the signs are available next month!! Love them! Amy
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I just love this one Kerryanne, and I love how you have left it to tell its story. You have got me in to watching that Pickers show now. I found it last week and loved it.
Love the bicycle signs too. You are so creative and have such a knack for putting something together with all the right balance of elements.
Have a great week.
Lee 🙂
STUNNING, Kerryanne! I love those french bicycles, like you say – the perfect mix for a bit of vintage and French provincial goodness, with a touch of shabby for good measure! The little cupboard is adorable, I love how you’ve kept the story of it – by keeping the top ‘as is’… fabulous! Gosh I wish I lived closer Kerry – I’d be at the market stalking you out like a shot!!!! Hugs sweetie! Vikki xoox
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