A Vintage Cherub Angel Paint Makeover

I've been working on several quick paint makeover projects lately, 

and today I have another one to share!

It definitely didn't start out like that.

I recently picked up this 1963 Syroco hard plastic 

golden angel cherub at the thrift store.

I'm sure you have seen them.

It was a nice large size and I knew it could look much better.

I started with white acrylic craft paint and a foam brush...

dabbing over the piece, gave it texture.

While the paint was still wet, I added areas of a greige color, and a dark gray...into the shadows...blending until I liked the look.  You really can't mess up,  just go back over with white on any areas you aren't happy with and start over.  

Finally I used a mossy green to give it an outdoor aged look.

When dry, I finished it with a satin water based sealer to protect it.

It has the look of old statuary now.

 I hung it on a chalkboard with a length of vintage dark gray seam binding.

It will be part of my Christmas decor!

I always love what can be done with paint!

Feel free to pin...

Until next time...