simply vintageous...by Suzan: Somewhere over the rainbow....................

Monday, November 12, 2012

Somewhere over the rainbow....................

Sub Title - what I did with an old dirty rotting piece of wood

Good morning everyone!
I've been thinking for awhile of homemade personal gifts I can give this christmas.................and for awhile even considered a piece of furniture for everyone but can you imagine trying to get all of that under the tree lol?
BUT - I've really been enjoying making signs lately - so I thought that might be a better option!

One of my daughters LOVES the song " somewhere over the rainbow " with a passion - so I came up with this ( she may incorporate it into her wedding - the song - not my art lol )

where troubles melt like lemon drops
high above the chimney tops...............................

my version of a city skyline

yup - I'll definitely be making a lot more of these - different titles - but everyone's getting a skyline lol
the next couple of photos were done through PIC MONKEY - just to see what some color added to them might look like - I love it - so will definitely do a few of them with abstract colors

do they make the black and white version look boring lol?

What do you think?
I may even start selling these on Etsy - don't know if they're marketable but I really enjoyed this project :)

26 comments:

Danni@SiloHillFarmNovember 13, 2012 at 12:51 AM
My dear those are marvelous! I could think of a few songs right of the bat that would look good with your skyline! I love it!!
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UnknownNovember 13, 2012 at 6:09 AM
Wow, that is really pretty. Good job! I found your page from the blog hop and am now following you. Look forward to seeing what else you have to offer!
Cynthia at http://FeedingBig.blogspot.com
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Cheryl in WisconsinNovember 13, 2012 at 6:39 AM
Awesome. I love skyline anything. People may start asking you for city-specific skylines if you begin to sell them. You'd better get out your geography books.
I love it colored AND black & white.
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PamLuvsPinkNovember 13, 2012 at 1:40 PM
Hi Suzan!!

I really love the black and white. It has that old charm feel. I'm sure everyone who gets one will be thrilled!!

Pam
xox
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UnknownNovember 13, 2012 at 2:19 PM
I love the skyline! I agree, people will probably start requesting specific ones! You are always coming up with something unique and cool that I've never seen before. :)
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dee -@ The Old Fat HenNovember 13, 2012 at 2:30 PM
Hi Suzan these are great and yes I think you should put them on etsy..make heaps of money and put John in his place ha ha ha -love dee PS you made me laugh about giving everyone furiture for Christmas I though OMG imagine Santa lugging a huge sideboard down the chimney ha ha
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UnknownNovember 13, 2012 at 3:43 PM
very cute i think your daughter will love it
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Donna WilkesNovember 13, 2012 at 3:49 PM
These are great ideas for merchandise to sell, Suzan. Your daughter will love this, I am sure. If not, send hers my way!

One Christmas my family did give each other pieces of furniture. It was very crowded, but the wrapping and unwrapping were hilarious.
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BlissNovember 13, 2012 at 5:42 PM
Yes to the signs. I have big plans too for home made Christmas gifts, but I can't paint. Adopt me.

Bliss
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UnknownNovember 13, 2012 at 7:44 PM
Suzanne - the signs are amazing. Love the colour additions.
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ChristineNovember 14, 2012 at 8:38 AM
I say.... GO FOR IT!!! They are wonderful Suzy!!!

Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer... From Dream To Reality!
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Meredith @ The Laundry Can WaitNovember 14, 2012 at 9:14 AM
I think it's a great idea to make signs! I recently picked up a piece of wood from the side of the road and transformed it for my laundry room. (It reads "Laundry" and hangs over the washer/dryer). Glad I'm not the only one who does stuff like this - ha ha!

Your signs are wonderful. Glad I found you.

Blessings,
Meredith from thepolkadotshoes.blogspot.com
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Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.November 15, 2012 at 5:45 AM
Oh my goodness, they are totally marketable! They are very cool and unique! I love them in both the abstract colors and black & white - you should offer both!
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Debbie @DewdropGablesNovember 15, 2012 at 11:33 AM
Oh yes, you will do well selling these! I love them, and the colour really adds something special.
I'm making signs for gifts too! But nothing as fancy & beautiful as yours. Looking forward to seeing more finished!
Debbie :)
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feather in my capNovember 15, 2012 at 4:06 PM
I'd buy one!
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Athena at Minervas GardenNovember 15, 2012 at 6:16 PM
These are just gorgeous signs, Suzan--I say go for it and sell some if you like! I love the lyric you chose and the song--Harold Arlen wrote the music, and the wonderful Yip Harburg those lyrics that you used in your sign artwork--all beautiful!
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Rebecca @ Herons CraftsNovember 15, 2012 at 11:01 PM
This looks absolutely amazing! So effective!
Rebecca
www.heronscrafts.blogspot.com
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TammyNovember 16, 2012 at 9:27 AM
These are really Great! Thank you for sharing at Rustic Restorations Weekend!
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Katherines CornerNovember 16, 2012 at 6:23 PM
Thank you for sharing at the Thursday Favorite Things hop xo
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Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonNovember 17, 2012 at 12:14 PM
Suzy, they are fab! I especiall like the little pop of color here and there. Love, love the mustard shade! Thanks for sharing them with Share Your Cup.
Hugs,
Jann
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Stan and Jody GabaraNovember 19, 2012 at 5:02 PM
Suzy, Thanks so much for sharing this creative project on Simple & Sweet Fridays. Beautiful work!

Jody
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Megan GunyanNovember 29, 2012 at 8:32 PM
Very cool! I say sell them! ;)
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Monday, November 12, 2012

Somewhere over the rainbow....................

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