How do I revive this a ceramic bunny?
by
Lisa
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Hi! I got this at Goodwill because it was so darn cute! But as you can see, it has chips on the back, plus it's dated. I can fill the chips in. But I'm hoping for creative suggestions on reviving this thing. Painting it a glossy solid color, sparkles, just touch it up? I appreciate any creative ideas. This bunny is a good size, close to 12 inches tall. Thanks all😊!
The back is chipped.
Since you can fill in the chips ( with plaster?), I, personally would try to match the original colors where you've filled in the chips. Part of what makes it so cute is the original colors and the age. If you really want to repaint, can you highlight the fur to recreate the depth in the fur that is there now?
Clean with soft paint brush.
If you spray painted the entire bunny one color --- you would get an updated bunny and not even notice the chips! Win. Win.
I wouldn't want to paint over the bunny's original colors, that's what makes him (her?) so charming! The lovely pink blush on the cheek, the lavender color on the hat (?) or bow (?), and the "fur" looks so realistic! Painting it a solid color or adding glitter or whatever would erase all of that charm - no, please don't do it!
I would just paint the chips to match the current body coloring but give a new trendy color hat goes with your colors, perhaps a fresh clear coat over all. That’s it.
I LOVE her !!! Just as she is . Would LOVE to see how you decide to restore her.
I love the original colors too! But I understand not everyone likes vintage decor. You may find that you don't need to fill in the chipped areas. I'd try painting first myself. I expect the chipped areas stand out now because they are white against a color.
I would get out your acrylic paints and a paper plate and start trying to match up colors. Then spray with a flat sealer.
I would not change anything either. Have you ever heard of dry brushing for ceramics? I did ceramics for years and it is a miracle!!! It is hard to explain but very easy to do. Look it up on google they can explain it, and you can "fix" what ever you want on your very,very cute bunny.
Spray water and Dawn on it. 3 forths Dawn and 1/4 water in a small spray bottle.