Hand Painted Jars

Thanks to the advice of many moms out there in the blogosphere, I have decided to start my own Etsy shop, hopefully to sell some things I make.   I really appreciate all of the great ideas you ladies have. 

The first thing I'm planning to try selling through Etsy are hand painted jars.  
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Here is one of them closeup, with the candle inside...


I used to sell these handpainted jars a lot...usually oil/vinegar jars.    The paint that I use is enamel paint...I bake these jars in the oven after painting, and it seals the paint onto them. You can wash them over and over again and the paint will never come off.   

Here are some of the jars I painted in 2005 and sold for $10.00 each.   I went by request- anything that someone suggested I would paint. 

One woman asked me to do grapes...


Another woman specifically requested "Lilies of the valley:


Daisies...


chickens....


A rose was another request...


And even a dolphin!


If you'd be interested in having a jar painted for 10.00 plus shipping and handling, let me know.  Right now, I'm just doing the candle jars that you can see in the top two images.  As I find more jars, I will use them as well. 

I'll be listing many of my jars on Etsy soon and will post the link on the blog.   Thanks so much for your support! 

Posted by Bethany at 9/8/2008 8:38 PM
Categories: Murals

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  • 9/8/2008 9:27 PM Rose wrote:
    Those are BEAUTIFUL!!!! LOVE LOVE THEM ALL!!! Let me know the name of your etsy so I can add you to mine! =D
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  • 9/9/2008 12:17 AM Stacy wrote:
    Those are beautiful!
    I've been thinking about starting an etsy store for my purses that I make, but haven't decided how to do it since I mostly do custom work.
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  • 9/9/2008 7:07 AM Sandcastle Momma wrote:
    Your talent never ceases to amaze me! Those are beautiful! I can't wait to see your shop. These will make great Christmas gifts and I'll be placing an order soon.
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  • 9/9/2008 7:41 AM Jennifer Blake wrote:
    Hey let me know the name of your etsy and if you want i'll make you a pretty banner for your store
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  • 9/9/2008 12:15 PM Carla wrote:
    Very pretty, Bethany!!
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  • 9/9/2008 2:24 PM Mrs. Taft wrote:
    I have an etsy too, it's great! I can't wait to "heart" you when you get your shop up! Those jars are pretty, but I have to say I ADORE that chicken jar. Aaaah!
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    1. 9/11/2008 8:46 PM Bethany wrote:
      Thanks, Mrs Taft! I'm glad you like it..that one is my favorite too.
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  • 9/9/2008 4:31 PM Sabrina wrote:
    Wow! You have an amazing talent. You paint beautifully!!
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  • 9/9/2008 9:47 PM Sandi wrote:
    I love them Bethany!
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  • 9/10/2008 11:41 AM Allison wrote:
    These are really pretty. What did you decide to enter in the fair?
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  • 9/10/2008 11:46 AM Mommy, the Human Napkin wrote:
    Ooooh, pretty! I love things like that! I can't wait to "heart" you on Etsy, too! I'm at http://MyKnickKnacks.Etsy.com
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  • 9/10/2008 10:14 PM Sarah wrote:
    Congrats on this next step, Bethany! You are so talented & have enough readers who will help you spread the word.

    You could also sell anything you've made in the past, in your etsy shop. It doesn't have to be newly made. Aprons, bonnets, painted gourds, you name it.

    May I suggest a memorial line? It's a good fit for your readership & causes. I bet there are families who would like to have a candle holder with a flower or heart on it, and the name and perhaps significant dates for a lost child or other loved one.
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    1. 9/11/2008 8:45 PM Bethany wrote:
      I love that idea, Sarah!
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  • 9/11/2008 8:51 PM Angie wrote:
    Just Lovely!

    I gave you an "I Love Your Blog" award on my site. Feel free to participate only if you want to. I know you are a very busy woman.
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    "Calligraphy's biggest struggle is not with ink . . .It's that memory is action minus think!" - from the notebook of Brett Whiteley / http://airbrushactioncom/airbrush-getaway-workshops/vegas-february-20-24-2012
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