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I'm usually partial to natural wood colors, but I really like this. You're right, it does bring out the details. -
I also have a clock like yours that was passed down to me. I haven't gotten the nerve up to paint it but I've toyed with the idea several times. I love that you painted yours! The details do stand out now and if painting it makes you love and appreciate it more, then go for it! -
What a difference the paint made. I think it does make the clock and all its details stand out more. Before I would not have given it a second glance, but now.... a whole new story! -
Thank you! I have it in our foyer, and I pass by it probably 25 times a day. I love it so much more now. My Mom liked it too, so that was a relief! She actually wants me to distress it more. -
If you like it then it's o.k. However I would not paint an antique clock even though you never plan on selling it, it does take away from its's value. Sitting on the wooden wall not noticable, but on the brick wall noticible. I'd have just moved the clock to the brick wall. -
Does it work? I have one similar, one wire is broken (during a move) in mine, I keep for getting to tinker with. Belonged to a great great Aunt of mine. -
Venna- Taking the time to paint something by hand adds value in my opinion. It may not be the "value" you are concerned with. My children will cherish this one day and then their children knowing Grandma painted it and put all of her love into giving it a makeover. For our family the "value" in things is more about the love, not the monetary worth. The brick is our fireplace, and the wood clock looked horrible there as well. I put it up against the brick so you could see the details. I was ...»
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Julie it looks beautiful! How thoughtful that you put so much time and love into the makeover and mom's story makes it even more meaningful! I know you will cherish it always! -
Painting clocks is all the rage - I've seen amazing cuckoo clocks painted such fun vibrants colors - love your version Redheadcandecorate.com !!!! -
Love cuckoo clocks! Now that would be cool :)
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I would not have noticed the clock if I'd seen it in it's natural wood but the painted clock is so pretty and fresh. I agree Julie, some things have more "value" because of their history and the love and effort put into them. It's not always about retaining the original finish or purpose. Those painted cuckoo clocks are really cool Eclectically Vintage - Kelly, I love it when someone has a little group of them all together on one wall...so cute! -
Thanks Sherry!
