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Kids DIY Artwork

January 17, 2011 by Cassie 11 Comments

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I will be posting the rest of our family room reveal this evening, but wanted to share with you our fun new artwork.  I used to have a collection of empty frames behind the couch, but decided I wanted something to add more of a splash of color since the tons in the room are more modern and muted.  I decided to let the kids go to town, and asked them if they would want to paint self portraits.  They both love to paint, so it was a fun treat and a great way to spend time together on Emmy’s birthday.  I went to Michael’s and bought 2 22″ x 28″ canvases, and I selected a large bottle of DecoArt Americana Primary Blue paint.  I told the kids they could each select two colors as well.   Sawyer chose a red and orange, and Emmy chose a pink and purple.  I also added a yellow to the mix to help unify the pictures.  When we got home, I painted the blank canvases blue and let that dry.

Once that was dry, I invited the kids to go to town!

There they are hanging on the wall!  Sawyer gave himself a sword, and Emmy was excited and said she was painting herself being 4.  She was so excited!

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  1. Karen says

    January 17, 2011 at 11:32 pm

    Love it!

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  2. Jennifer says

    January 17, 2011 at 11:32 pm

    ohmygosh how cute!?!!? I love it! Esp the pix of the kids in their snazzy painting smocks!

    xoXOxo
    Jenn @ Peas & Crayons

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  3. Sommer says

    January 17, 2011 at 11:36 pm

    What a precious momento. I love the smocks you have for them. How fun for them to see their very own originals on the walls =)

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  4. Serendipity Chic Design says

    January 17, 2011 at 11:45 pm

    OK, so I know I am supposed to be looking at the art, but I couldn’t help but notice Sawyer’s long gorgeous eyelashes. Are those for real o did you use a trick camera?

    Love your idea with the art. Can’t wait to see the full effect with the family room reveal.

    Take care,
    Lisa

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  5. [email protected] Black Cab Designs says

    January 17, 2011 at 11:52 pm

    Really great paintings! I love when you can really see the family in a family room. 🙂

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  6. Jessica says

    January 18, 2011 at 1:17 am

    So cute! I just had Abby and Will do self portraits in December using my “grown up” watercolors (the quality is soo much better than the kids products out there) and black permanent marker – for our front hall. I love them! I will take a pic and share them with you! oxox

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  7. mapleandmagnolia.com says

    January 18, 2011 at 1:26 am

    Your kids are adorable. Ditto on serendipity’s comment. Those lashes are so beautiful!

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  8. Yanet @ 3 Sun Kissed Boys says

    January 18, 2011 at 3:56 am

    So cute! This is such a great to make them feel included in the decorating process. And also make them feel special about having their artwork displayed.

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  9. Holly says

    January 18, 2011 at 8:57 am

    Kiddos art is the best! I bet they are just beyond excited to have their art hanging up! We are using DecoArt to make a Pinewood Derby car! Wooo-whooo!

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  10. Chrissie says

    January 18, 2011 at 2:53 pm

    So sweet!

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  11. Amanda says

    January 20, 2011 at 1:49 pm

    How awesome is that!

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