Thursday, September 15, 2011

Painting for Charity - "Under The Sea" Step Stool

As mentioned previously, one of my favorite things to do is to create items for fundraisers.  I am often asked to paint a piece of furniture and in this case, it was a step stool for the Western Pennsylvania Leukemia and Lymphoma Society.

The step stool was the focus of a larger silent auction prize that featured an underwater children's theme.

I painted the entire stool with acrylic paints using stencils that I created with vellum and then sealed the stool with a poly acrylic finish.

Voila....the playful step stool sold at auction!!!





Let me know what you think.....

9 comments:

  1. An adorable original "under the sea" creation...I love, love, love your work!

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  2. Loved it! So cheerful and colorful. Great job! Susan from writingstraightfromtheheart.blogspot.com

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  3. That stool is adorable! I remember auctions from my teaching days. That would be adorable in a kids bathroom. My mom is also a breast cancer survivor and you ladies are a strong bunch! Best wishes for continued good health! I am a new follower from the Feature Your Sassy Sites Hop.
    Vicky @ www.messforless.net

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  4. Wow - since I love the ocean, I totally love your step stool paint scheme. It's bright & cheery as well as delightful.

    My mom died of Leukemia in 2008 so I thank you from the bottom of my heart for the fundraisers you participate in.

    Visiting from Feathered Nest Friday & I wish you a lovely weekend.

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  5. Hi, it seems all of us have had one family member or friend who has had cancer -- Cheers to you for your courage and creativity! I love your hair, but your blog tells your soul. Love Terri www.morningdewdrops.typepad.com

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  6. This painting was amazing, loved it!
    Dolly

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  7. Oh this is so cute! And how wonderful it went for a great cause! I'd love for you to link it at my new blog party for kids decor - Tuesday's Nursery. Here is a direct link: http://playfuldecor.blogspot.com/2011/08/tuesdays-nursery.html

    And feel free to link any other kids decor items you've done. I also want to ask if you're in W. PA? You can email me at PlayfulDecor (at) gmail (dot) com Nice to meet you!

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