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Friday, June 10, 2011

Cast iron mermaids. Flower pot decor.

I found these petite cuties about six years ago to put into my flower pots.  

Ask me why it took me so long and I haven't a clue.  


I confess. I like mermaids. Not fantasy style just simple mermaids and these
 were in part the inspiration for my "mermaid garden" spoon.


Deciding against their pretty lifeless original color, I primed and then painted them with a few coats of aqua paint. I distressed one to see if  I would like the look.


The non distressed version is below.
Either way, they seem to like their new home amidst flowing white flowers,
geraniums, and some beach grasses swaying in the breeze.


I liked how they looked in the 18" pots on either side of the front door
so much that I think I am going to get some more

After a makeover I may offer them in my Etsy shop.

What do you think?
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20 comments:

  1. jmacJune 10, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Love them!!! Love Love Love them!!!

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  2. Kim@Snug HarborJune 10, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    Love the mermaids. I think they are quickly becoming a new favorite item for me.

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  3. Julie@beingRUBYJune 11, 2011 at 3:20 AM

    HI Rita
    I have to agree I like my mermaids 'simple'... these are too sweet.. and they look quite happy there in the their new garden..

    Have a great weekend.. ciao xxx Julie

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  4. rjerdeeJune 11, 2011 at 3:56 AM

    Sweet, they are. I especially like them in white. There's a whole shop of mermaids in Venice, Florida...it's called Sirene...the call of the mermaids. You would love it.

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  5. DellaJune 11, 2011 at 4:41 AM

    I love the mermaids! I have a few mermaid statues, too. I'd love to have some for flower pots!

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  6. KathysueJune 11, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    Love her!! Yes they would be perfect in your shop, I say go for it!! Kathysue
    For the outside I like the distressed version the best.

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  7. Leo June 11, 2011 at 8:37 AM

    Love your mermaid. I have a little mermaid sculpture like this...and now that I have seen yours, I am going to paint mine. Have a wonderful weekend.

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  8. SeawashedJune 11, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    I like them! The distressed one I like best. I don't think I could get rid of those.

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  9. ArabellaJune 12, 2011 at 3:37 PM

    I love them and have some that look almost just like these. They bring me great joy. :O)

    Have a lovely week!!

    Hugs,
    Marie

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  10. WhiteWhispers2uJune 13, 2011 at 10:47 AM

    Darling lil thing isn't she~Cheers Kim xox

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  11. Cynthia@Beach Coast StyleJune 13, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    oh I love this and the little shot of aqua paint love it!

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  12. Blooming Rose MusingsJune 14, 2011 at 7:29 PM

    I absolutely adore the mermaids. Yes, I think you should definitely offer them in your etsy shop. LOVE THEM!!!

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  13. KathysueJune 15, 2011 at 3:18 PM

    I just read your comment on my post today, You made some really great points. Thank you for stopping by and taking the time to comment. Have a great rest of the week,Kathysue

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  14. CharleneJune 15, 2011 at 4:36 PM

    LOVE The Mermaids! And you are right about the color. MUCH BETTER!
    Charlene

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  15. MyBluePeacockJune 16, 2011 at 5:14 AM

    Oh I definitely LOVE them!!!!

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  16. AnonymousJune 19, 2011 at 5:54 AM

    So super cute!!!
    Kim
    1022

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  17. annechovieJune 20, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Very cute, Rita. Hope your week is great. xo

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  18. Serendipitous HomeJune 22, 2011 at 4:28 AM

    Hello,
    While I don't place decorative pieces in my garden (well not yet anyway) I think that the mermaids are just beautiful and a wonderful sea side addition to your pots.

    Sandra

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  19. michelleJune 23, 2011 at 6:57 AM

    I love it! She looks so beautiful in her new home. :)

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  20. Mikey FullerJuly 12, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    Loving those mermaids! Now Following!

    ~Mikey @ Shabby French Cottage
    www.shabbyfrenchcottage.com

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