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I love cupids.  They just speak to me.  There's something gentle and peaceful about them, romantic, pure.  They are appropriate decor for Valentine's, Christmas, and any season of the year.  As you can see, I use them in so many different ways.

 I bought a pair of these a few years ago at Kirklands for about $4.95 each.  They were a brassy gold color until I dry-brushed Annie Sloan Old White on them.  I think this aged them perfectly.  They look as though they have been in the weather for a while.

 This is where they hang in the sun room.

 Here's the other half of the pair.  

 I also have a pair of these that are resting on the mantel now.



.A favorite consignment find.

 I hope you've enjoyed seeing how one type item can be used in different ways.
Joining in the festivities at 1929 Charmer for Sunday's Best 

House in the Roses for Show Off Your Cottage Monday.


You're all invited too!

Comments

  1. Sonny GDecember 18, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    they are all so sweet.. I'm sure they give the room a wonderful feeling.

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  2. AnonymousDecember 18, 2011 at 10:42 PM

    Your cupids are so lovely! You have a great collection and they all look beautiful in your home.
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  3. KathyDecember 18, 2011 at 10:53 PM

    Love your cherubs! It was inspired to use Anne Sloan Chalk Paint to tone down the gold ones! I adore the sleeping cherub! Have a great week,
    Kathy

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  4. UnknownDecember 19, 2011 at 11:18 AM

    What darling cupids so beautifully displayed.
    Merry Christmas
    TTFN ~
    Marydon

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  5. MarthaDecember 19, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    I love your cupids!

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  6. Honey at 2805December 21, 2011 at 5:52 PM

    Thank you for sharing your adorable cupids!

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  7. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageDecember 21, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    You've got some darling cherubs! I like the sleeping one. Thanks so much for all your visits and feedback this year! I hope you have a Merry Christmas!

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  8. cathy@my1929charmerDecember 22, 2011 at 4:38 PM

    Love all your cherubs. So pretty. Thanks for sharing at Sunday's Best and wishing you very happy holiday's.

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