Thursday, February 3, 2011

OWLove ya fa-evah...

Ok, so maybe the title isn't as catchy as I would have liked...ok smartypants, YOU come with one!
But you have to admit, this little big owl has some personality. And don't ya love a good personality?!
I spotted this big guy from my car as I drove up to a garage sale (last year) and took a somewhat 'uninterested, just walking past him, ya know, to get to ummm, other ummmm, interesting things' glance at him then up at the garage sale hostess who was certainly watching my eye (could she tell I sooo wanted him?)!  I did get a few things and finally inquired about Mr. Owl.  Ceramic, made from a mold, fired & painted by an aunt or cousin in 1976 or 1978 as indicated on the bottom.  Made my offer and loaded Mr. Owl and my other items in the car and could hardly wait to get a can of spray paint in my hands!!!  Not a chip on this guy, and did I tell you he just has the {bEsT} personality?! 

BEFORE

AFTER
 Look at how much happier he is with my {PAINTED FRESH} love sprayed all over him!!

Your comments really make me smile!  Go ahead, take a moment, leave a comment for me!

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12 comments:

Life, Crafts and Whatever said...

You scored, lady, that's gorgeous!

Donna @ pintedfresh.blogspot.com said...

thanks! he is a gorgeous big owl, huh?!

wendybayer said...

I have one EXACTLY like it that I sprayed white too! Yard sale for $1!

Donna @ pintedfresh.blogspot.com said...

Wendy! YOU inspired me, if memory serves me - when you posted a pic of yours...??

Linda @ A La Carte said...

Oh he is amazing in white! Thanks for joining JFF! hugs, Linda

Infatuated with Homes and Gardens said...

I love birds statues ,this is great ,I joust popped over from Lauries Favourite things Party.
Sharon

A Few Pennies said...

Loving that white owl---what is it about white paint and women (my husband says that all the time)--your project turned out beautiful!

Bargain Decorating with Laurie said...

I would never have thought to paint him white. He looks wonderful, and I can see his great personality coming through! Thank you for linking this to Favorite Things. laurie

Debbiedoos said...

That is so cool! I am glad you linked up to the partay...now if you could add my link to your post indicating such...and come back and be a new friend that would be g8888!!~ See you again soon...I do this party every Monday. XO

Melanie said...

I do love him! Now, where does he live??? Thanks for sharing! I found you from Debbiedoo's.

Melanie
www.youmadethat.blogspot.com

Karen said...

That looks amazing, I've seen similar owls for big bucks on some home decor websites.

Christina said...

so fun!! I would've totally passed by that silly owl without seeing the potential you did!

Thank you so much for linking to "20 Below Thursday"!

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