Hand Painted Pillow Folk Art

I have seen so many pictures on blogs, sites, etc. of talented people painting chairs and other things that are covered with material. I really wanted to try this, so I had an old white pillow that I had taken the cover off of and started. I like the way it turned out, but I learned several things along the way. First for me, I need to paint the entire background before doing the image, because I found it was hard to go back and outline around the image....but I think it turned out pretty good. So, I would like to here from you on if you have ever painted on material and any tips you can give me. Blessings, Deborah
"It's a Hat kind of day"

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  1. Karah @ thespacebetweenblogAugust 2, 2012 at 6:08 AM

    I have not painted fabric, but I'm getting ready to try it! Thank you so much for linking up to our party! :)
    Karah

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  2. Linda @ it all started with paintAugust 4, 2012 at 8:21 AM

    This turned out so fabulous! And colorful! And thanks for those fabric painting tips ...

    Thank you so much for sharing at our Crazy for Color link party!

    :)

    Linda
    www.itallstartedwithpaint.com

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  3. Eclectically VintageAugust 6, 2012 at 11:39 AM

    I'm a hat girl too - and this is such a fun pillow! You have serious skills!!

    So glad you joined our Color party!
    Kelly

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    1. ThreeDawgLadyAugust 6, 2012 at 4:57 PM

      Kelly thank you so much for the kind words. As far as the skills go, I've just begun to feel comfortable taking compliments about my painting. I had to start crafting and such in 2008 when I became disabled. Making fun things to sell to make ends meet. I make jewelry, crafts, and basically taught myself how to paint. Please check out my blog for more paintings and I have a new pillow...and a great little hat. Blessings, Deborah

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