Handpainted Children's Bedroom

This sweet little sunroom

now embraces the grandchildren

snug in their beds.

What was once all white wicker and plants

is now a Full Moon Yellow

and Candy Apple Red.

My friend was inspired by her Swedish roots and Carl Larsson design

to remake the room a refuge for her grandchildren.

What a cheery little spot.

The names of the kids are all around the tops of the windows

with vine woven in and out.

I have some paint tips here

if you would like to get the look.

First, plan the placement of the names.

One trick I love to use is sketching with glaze first.

Dip your flat brush in glaze only (no paint)

and freehand your letters.

You can easily wipe it off and redo as many time as you want.  

No big.

It's great because you can see the lettering design and placement with just the glaze.

Nice, no commitment until you are ready.

Then when you get it how you like it, add a little paint to your glaze

and just paint over the lines you've already outlined.

Braver, braver, and then as much paint as you want.

I switched from a flat brush to a liner brush at the end to get the little curls.

And here are some video tips for painting the vine

This video demonstrates painting with a liner brush.

For a larger vine you could use a 1/2" flat brush and roll the brush

between your fingers and drag in the same way.

Sweet personalized sentiment

makes for a "cherry on top"

this little sunroom redo.

Your comment is welcome here.