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Old 10-25-2010, 04:53 PM
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Has anyone ever painted or decorated their sewing machine, i have seen some beautiful painted machines, just wanted to know how, and what kind of paints you use

The machine i want to paint is plastic,and i have seen my model airbrushed
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Old 10-25-2010, 04:56 PM
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Hi Dolphyngyrl,

You can read Lostn51's posts. He is a pro and has some beautiful work online. He does a great job!
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Just don't try to paint while it is all put together. Though, I have seen some lovely things done with nail polish ;-)
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I had "Blueberry" Painted with automotive paint and clear coat. Just love her...
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Blueberry is just beautiful.
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Thank you Patti!!
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Blueberry is beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!1
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Wow! Berry Bluetiful!!
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Blueberry is pretty!
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Blueberry is Gorgeous!!! What a beautiful shade of BLUE!!
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