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The Power of Paint

January 13, 2010 By Colleen Jorgenson 21 Comments

I’m ‘borrowing’ the title from a fellow blogger – Domestically-Speaking – because it’s just so apropos for this project.

Normally, I wouldn’t paint around any window, particularly a transom window above a door. But look closely – the window is shorter in width than the door.

Faux Grille painted over Door

It was really noticeably in person because the door is surrounded with molding. Not only was the window shorter than the molding, it didn’t even stretch the full width of the door! And this is an oversized 11’ tall door.

grapevine-mural-1
So our solution (the client’s & mine) was to paint a faux grille around the window. It’s something she would’ve done if she knew a blacksmith. Do you see how it makes the window appear as if it’s the same width as the door now?

That’s always the best faux treatment – when you’d do the ‘real’ thing if you had the money/time/ability, etc.

I matched the design to their chandelier (seen a bit in the upper left corner of the pic) and the colors to their dining room trey ceiling.


That’s also a better view of the chandelier, which matches the one in the foyer where the grille is painted.

So yes, there is a ‘power’ to paint. It’s not just for visual interest, adding color, or decoration – it also can correct some architectural mishaps.

Thanks to Domestically-Speaking for the idea. I’m linking to her blog for Power of Paint Wednesdays. Check out all the other cool ideas there too!

 

Colleen

Filed Under: murals, my paintings, My Stuff

Comments

  1. Jan @ bobbypinsboardwalk says

    January 13, 2010 at 2:57 am

    You are amazingly talented. The murals are truly fabulous. I’m so glad that you linked to the Wednesday Boardwalk Bragfest! I know the readers are going to love this!

    Reply
  2. Jennie says

    January 13, 2010 at 4:15 am

    SOOO pretty! These are great.
    Jennie @ Cinnaberry Suite

    Reply
  3. Tammy at Tattered and Timeless says

    January 13, 2010 at 2:04 pm

    Wow you can paint. That is beautiful.
    tammy

    Reply
  4. Working Mommy says

    January 13, 2010 at 2:33 pm

    This is very pretty – and I’m sure the pics do it no justice!

    ~WM

    Reply
  5. Treasia Stepp says

    January 13, 2010 at 3:20 pm

    Just gorgeous. I love this. Thanks for sharing it.

    Reply
  6. Debbie says

    January 13, 2010 at 3:58 pm

    What a clever solution. Beautiful work!
    Came over from SITS.

    Reply
  7. Kellene Maynard says

    January 13, 2010 at 4:44 pm

    Great idea! I look forward to looking around your blog! Visiting from SITS! Happy Wednesday!

    Reply
  8. kristibonney says

    January 13, 2010 at 6:44 pm

    Beautiful work Colleen! What a great way to create the illusion of symmetry. I love it. You obviously put a lot of love and hard work into your art. It looks so intricate!
    Thanks for stopping by my blog again. Have a great Wednesday!

    Kristi, Hello…Is This On?
    @TweetingMama

    Reply
  9. Lynette says

    January 13, 2010 at 7:29 pm

    Hi there – I did use my Cricut E to cut out the vinyl. Used the middle of the road cutting and pressure – I think all 3’s – for the cutting. I order all of my vinyl on line from a wholesale distributor – I have an ETSY shop and it cuts down on costs to order in bulk!
    Thanks for looking –

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  10. Cha Cha says

    January 13, 2010 at 8:41 pm

    I love this, you have major talent. I love what and where you painted. Thanks for inspiring us.
    Cha Cha

    Reply
  11. Maryann @ Domestically-Speaking says

    January 14, 2010 at 3:38 am

    That is AMAZING! Thanks for sharing it at my Power of Paint Party!

    Reply
  12. Nikki says

    January 14, 2010 at 3:50 pm

    Wow that looks gorgeous!! I can’t believe you painted that! you are very talented. I think those details truly make a home unique.

    thanks for stopping by my blog too!

    Reply
  13. The Muse says

    January 14, 2010 at 4:14 pm

    hello found your blog in my travels today!
    Very nice.

    I do love your post.

    Murals are like jewelry, aren’t they?

    Reply
  14. Kim @ Starshine Chic says

    January 14, 2010 at 7:46 pm

    It did make a difference. Looks fabulous! Thanks for visiting my blog & leaving me a comment.

    Reply
  15. Jen says

    January 14, 2010 at 7:50 pm

    Wow. I totally see the need for this on the transom and what a great job! Thanks for commenting on my train art post. To answer your Cricut question, I had the pressure on Med and the speed on medium as well. I just finished an actual vinyl project and it ended up only cutting through the top section and not the adhesive; which was fine by me. The drawer liner it cut all the way through. Hope you get a chance to revisit your Cricut!

    Reply
  16. Steph @ somewhatsimple says

    January 14, 2010 at 8:10 pm

    that is great!

    Reply
  17. Miss Mustard Seed says

    January 15, 2010 at 2:21 am

    Your work is beautiful! Especially the ceiling…what a neck breaker. Nice work!

    Reply
  18. Debbie in Nashville says

    January 15, 2010 at 2:43 am

    Thanks for stopping by. These look great!

    Reply
  19. allycupe says

    January 15, 2010 at 3:44 pm

    Thanks for stopping by on my SITS day, I greatly appreciate it, and now I’m here to spread the comment-love!

    Wow, that is FANTASTIC work!

    Reply
  20. Meanbean says

    January 15, 2010 at 6:51 pm

    Wow that looks great – you achieved real depth, it’s hard to tell it’s a painted grille!

    Reply
  21. concretenprimroses says

    January 29, 2010 at 6:23 pm

    That is very beautifully done!
    Kathy

    Reply

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