Friday, May 23, 2008

Paint by Numbers

Oh how I wish I had some of the paint by numbers that I did as a child in the 50's and 60's! Of course I only painted horses back then... in every color, shape, size, and pose!

If you've ever visited my blog, you've most likely seen the vintage floral paint by number that hangs above my fireplace...


And in the dining room, I have this vintage PBN of swans. (There's one just like it up for auction on eBay right now!)


I just love the colors in this hydrangea PBN that I purchased several years ago. I knew as soon as I saw it that it would be perfect over the fireplace.


And just look at the colors of this roses PBN that hangs in my hallway (as an added bonus, it's signed & dated)! Some of the paint has lifted off, but that just adds to its charm. Some of the old frames for these PBN's are just gorgeous, too... this one has the perfect amount of wear and tear...



This is the swan painting that hangs in the dining room. I think swans are so graceful, and the colors in this were perfect for our little cottage. This didn't come with a frame, so I had to purchase one.

I bought this PBN of Mary for my daughter as one of her college graduation presents. She loves the paint by numbers that hang in our house, so I thought I would get her started on her very own collection for when she (eventually - no rush!) moves out! And again, this old frame is just beautiful even though two of the corners are a little out of kilter. (I even told her if she didn't like it, I would gladly keep it (ha ha), but she told me she LOVES it!).



... and I bought her this vintage dog PBN (even though he's a different color, he reminded me of our beloved Mr. O'Malley). And after all, you can't have a collection of just one! I think it looks pretty good in this frame I picked up at Wal Mart.

Yes, I just think these old paint by numbers add the sweetest cottage charm to a room!

Donna
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16 comments:

  1. AdrienneMay 23, 2008 at 12:13 AM

    You have some wonderful PBN's. I never see them anymore. I think that's because so many of us like them. They sure do bring back memories of days past. ~Adrienne~

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  2. {oc cottage}May 23, 2008 at 12:53 AM

    Don't tell, but I have one of a kitten!

    M ^..^

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  3. Joanne KennedyMay 23, 2008 at 2:14 AM

    Those are really pretty.

    Growing up my step dad used to do PBN all the time. I have no idea what ever happened to them. When he finished them I don't recall ever seeing them hung up. Maybe he gave them away???

    I love the floral and the dog is darling! How sweet of you to start a collection for your daughter. They will surely mean so very much to her and one day she will tell her children how her mom got them for her.

    Hugs,
    Joanne

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  4. MicheleMay 23, 2008 at 2:27 AM

    Oh, I LOVE that swan PBN!!! They're all beautiful, but that's probably my favorite!!

    I also love that frame you bought at Walmart. Was it a long time ago or recently that you bought the frame? I really like it a lot!

    Michele
    luvkittysmeowmail@gmail.com

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  5. RueMay 23, 2008 at 11:11 AM

    I just love these :) I used to always paint the horse ones too!

    Have a beautiful day!!
    hugs,
    rue

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  6. The Liberty BelleMay 23, 2008 at 12:30 PM

    Thanks for sharing your PBN collection. I really use to enjoy doing them as a child and would most likely still enjoy them today...if I were lucky enough to come across one.

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  7. Life on the EdgeMay 23, 2008 at 7:13 PM

    I had no idea that the picture above your fireplace was a PBN! It's really beautiful. I did not realize that these were such pretty pictures!

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  8. AnonymousMay 23, 2008 at 9:16 PM

    I agree with you, I wish I had a few for my house. I always look at garage sales. We are doing our family room in vintage western so I am on the lookout for some horse PBN.

    Hugs,
    LeAnn:)

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  9. Deborah aka Miss BeeMay 23, 2008 at 10:09 PM

    I remember well the paint by number artwork that I used to do. I haven't thought of them in years. How relaxing that would be...I think I'll look for one soon!

    xoxoxo,
    Deborah

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  10. Edie Marie's AtticMay 23, 2008 at 10:27 PM

    Hi Donna!
    My mom used to work for the company that made the PBN's years and years ago. She would bring home pictures for my dad to paint when he was recovering from a heart attack. I only know of 2 left,they are boat & dock scenes, which my brother has. I especially love the hydrangea picture over your fireplace!
    Hugs, Sherry
    Thanks so much for your prayers!

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  11. Always DreamMay 23, 2008 at 10:43 PM

    My Mother has two in her living room that must be 50 years old. Her brother painted them he is now 94 years old. They are a pair of Asian figures, a man and a woman. Still interested in horses? It is a shame you do not have any of those. I am on the lookout for horse ones, since I own a paint horse. No joke and not meant to be a pun :) I collect horse related items.

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  12. juliaMay 24, 2008 at 5:26 AM

    Oh, your fireplace looks gorgeous - I've always wanted one myself...now I want it even more...so beautiful...!

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  13. maggieMay 24, 2008 at 8:08 PM

    I did not realize either that PBN had such lovely pics. Now I've got to look for them.

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  14. Sweet Cottage DreamsMay 25, 2008 at 9:27 PM

    I love them, too! I wish I had all the ones I did as a kid. Your collection is gorgeous! Thanks for sharing!

    xo
    Becky

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  15. MarilynMay 27, 2008 at 2:12 AM

    Donna, that was a lot of fun looking at your PBN's. I did them when I was a kid too--they were horses also. Thanks for letting us take a look at your collection!

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  16. AnonymousNovember 10, 2008 at 7:05 PM

    Well said.

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