Friday, January 7, 2011

Tick Tock what to do?

What to do ~ what to do.  I keep looking at my clock (which I don't really like).  I need your help ~



I want to paint this clock.  Mr. Vintage keeps looking at me.  He finally said "Go ahead paint the clock...but not pink"..(I LOVE pink). 

So... Should I paint the clock Antique White?

Tell me what you think ~ I can't wait to hear from you.  I need some direction ;-)
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17 comments:

  1. La Vie QuotidienneJanuary 7, 2011 at 4:57 PM

    Hi,

    I came here from Donna's blog...I have a clock almost identical to yours. I know I am going out on a limb here... but personally I wouldn't paint it I would put it away for a while and eventually you will find the right place for it in it's natural state. Actually, I guess that's not what you wanted to hear.(-: Incidentally, I love pink too and use it just about everywhere in my house and garden.

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  2. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeJanuary 7, 2011 at 6:45 PM

    Marianne,
    I love your clock and wouldn't paint it. Maybe it needs some cleaning to bring some sparkle and shine back to it? Try this link http://tidybrownwren.blogspot.com/2011/01/homemade-polish-for-metal-and-wood.html for some helpful hints on giving new life to wood. if that doesn't do it for you then paint it!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  3. KimMalkJanuary 8, 2011 at 1:00 AM

    It's hard to say w/o see the rest of the room. It looks like the pretty florals would show up better with paint and some glaze. That's so funny that your husband said "not pink"!

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  4. Coralie Cederna JohnsonJanuary 8, 2011 at 4:44 AM

    Maybe you could sell the clock and get something you really LIKE! Or paint it red or white...I would probably paint it white as I love the cottage look!
    Have fun!!!
    Coralie

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  5. ~*~ saskia ~*~January 8, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    Antique white is what came to my mind first when reading your words on painting the pretty clock. I would go for it!
    Have a happy happy weekend, Marianne xxx

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  6. CindyJanuary 8, 2011 at 7:49 AM

    Marianne,
    I love your blog, thanks so much for commenting on mine so that I can come over and visit you!
    I say paint it antique white, if you don't you will wish you had.
    Hugs, Cindy

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  7. AnonymousJanuary 8, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    I say antique or cottage white would be gorgeous too! I'm dying laughing because my husband would say the exact same thing about painting it pink. :) I love your blog and I am so happy to have found it. I am your newest follower and hope you will pop over and visit often.

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  8. UnknownJanuary 8, 2011 at 2:06 PM

    Hello Princess: Yes,yes, and yes, paint it. I do agree with you about not painting it pink though. Love Ya
    Princess Peach

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  9. DonnaJanuary 9, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    I have a clock just like this one! Ours is a J. Fortgens & Zoon made in Haarlem, Amsterdam. I think of it as a beautiful antique. It would be hard for me to paint something like this.....but I know the feeling.

    I'm happy to have found your blog!

    Donna

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  10. Confessions of a Plate AddictJanuary 9, 2011 at 10:29 AM

    I see lots of pretty antique white distressed furniture, etc...but I can't make myself paint wood with a great finish! My question would be...is it an old family piece? Will you be mad at yourself in a few years? I understand your hesitation! But if you really hate it...go for it! Hope you are warm and cozy today!...hugs...Debbie

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  11. AnonymousJanuary 9, 2011 at 11:24 AM

    It's a pretty clock, and I think you've already received a lot of great advice. Perhaps if you shared a pic of the room that it's in, we could be of more help.

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  12. Sweet SageJanuary 9, 2011 at 1:34 PM

    So nice to 'meet' you, Marianne :)
    Thanks for stopping by .. yes, snuggling with the kitties as soon as I sign out!
    Love your clock .. I almost always vote for white! And since this is dark, it will distress really well .. but that's just me.
    Have a LoVeLY Sunday~
    kim

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  13. UnknownJanuary 9, 2011 at 10:35 PM

    Yes, I would love to see where it would be going...white is always good, but creamy, stark, glazed.....what to do?
    lynn

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  14. AnaJanuary 10, 2011 at 9:26 AM

    Oh Marianne,
    I think it would look beautiful painted antique white. I think the applique/carving at the top would just pop. Can't wait to see what you do with it. Have a wonderful and creative new week.

    Hugs and Kisses,
    ♥Ana

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  15. MarianneJanuary 10, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Yep paint it. Antique white sounds perfect. Maybe even distress a bit to make the lines stand out better. I think it will be a major improvement. But then again I am a deep and devoted lover of all things white :-)

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  16. satrioserviceJanuary 10, 2011 at 11:33 PM

    Marianne, your clock is kind of antique reproduction furniture, so the good color match with is dark mahogany or coffee mahogany mat. Nice to visit your blog.


    Regards
    Indonesia Furniture

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  17. Faith Hope and CherryteaJanuary 14, 2011 at 6:48 PM

    great to picture it in white with a shabby finish..
    welcome to blogging :) tea is on at FHC with another Anne fan ...

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