December 6, 2011

spots of gold

I'm a big fan of pretty much anything Kate Spade- the company does no wrong in my book. When I recently purchase this case for my iphone, I had gold polka dots on the mind. After picking up a simple, clear round vase, the next step was adding large gold circles sporadically around the sides. A standard gold paint pen brought the otherwise plain glass vase to life! I did a few coats per circle, giving them a few minutes in-between each coat to try. The vase fits perfectly in the living room and looks even better when filled with pretty flowers from a great friend!

[pretend you don't see those fingerprints. This was pre-windex]
[Resting in its new home with a fabulous view and an assortment of flowers]

I'm all about the gold paint pen at the moment. 
Any suggestions for what to use it on next?


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25 comments:

  1. Leigh Powell HinesDecember 6, 2011 at 6:46 AM

    Great job!

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  2. StefanieDecember 6, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    I had no idea that vase was a DIY project! Pretty pretty!

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  3. erika soroccoDecember 6, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    I am absolutely loving this DIY, Ashley! Not only is it perfection for the holidays; it makes me think of Kate Spade! :)

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  4. Roots Out WestDecember 6, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    I say next stop with the paint pen should be on a pic frame. Maybe try your hand at Chevron.

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  5. Hilliary MeisnerDecember 6, 2011 at 8:42 AM

    Your vase turned out great! I love the kate spade iphone case, I have it in pink and black! I hope you have a wonderful day!

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  6. ericaDecember 6, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    loving that vase very pretty! xo

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  7. MichelleDecember 6, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    Cute!

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  8. EmilyDecember 6, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    cute!! i lovee kate spade, i want an iphone so bad just so i can get the cases!

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  9. Caitlin C.December 6, 2011 at 9:42 AM

    I loveee love the gold! I'm getting this case for Christmas! Yippeee :)

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  10. JackieDecember 6, 2011 at 11:15 AM

    Maybe...a candle? Or definitely a champagne flute or wine glass or tumbler! I love that vase, so pretty-and I agree, Kate Spade can do no wrong!

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  11. LauraDecember 6, 2011 at 11:28 AM

    That looks darling! I love it! Can't go wrong with gold or polka dots...or Kate Spade of course.

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  12. SarahDecember 6, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    Very cute!! I was gonna also comment on that view of yours....nice!! :)

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  13. Elle SeesDecember 6, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    This turned out so cute! Enter to win 5 shirts from StyleMint!

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  14. SavannahDecember 6, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Love, love, love this project! So simple, yet so chic. Great idea, my friend!

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  15. JosieDecember 6, 2011 at 12:51 PM

    This is SO fun! I love that it's so pretty and easy. I love gold-penning things, too, haha. I like writing in script on simple white or pretty vintage dishes.
    xo Josie
    www.winksmilestyle.com

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  16. kelseafDecember 6, 2011 at 5:24 PM

    Such a good idea, easy and cute!

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  17. TaylorDecember 6, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    gorgeous vase!! it is so classy. those flowers are especially beautiful in it. good taste!

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  18. SchnelleDecember 6, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    I also adore Kate Spade. Everything with the Kate Spade name on it exudes class. That vase is so pretty- what a great idea!
    P.S Thanks for the comment! I'm a new follower of yours. I hope you'll follow me on Schnelle for more.

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  19. StephDecember 7, 2011 at 7:06 PM

    Love this idea! I'm all about simple...and the gold pen makes this simple vase amazing! I will definitely be trying this! Thanks for the great idea.

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  20. AnnemarieDecember 7, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    So gorgeous. Love this. xo

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  21. UnknownDecember 7, 2011 at 9:38 PM

    I ALMOST bought that case, but then I fell in love with my current one. Great minds think alike. ;)

    Anyway, I love these polka dots. So cute, and it sounds so easy. I'm going to have to go wander around Pinterest a bit and see what else you could make with that magic pen of yours. Can you tell I'm procrastinating?

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  22. SarahDecember 7, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    So cuuute! Those could be a great gift for someone!

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  23. MarissaDecember 7, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    This is SUCH a cute idea! I'm definitely giving it a try. xoxo Marissa

    http://happiness-is-the-little-things.blogspot.com/

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  24. Yelena StarikovaDecember 8, 2011 at 5:16 AM

    How pretty! I love it!!! I'm loving your blog! I 'd love if you visited my blog for multiple posts on all things fashion and style. I'm following you, I hope you'll do the same. Thanks so much.
    GlamThings

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  25. Emily {All You Need is Love}December 9, 2011 at 10:30 AM

    LOVE the vase -- it look so good!!!

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