Thursday, March 13, 2014

Eat...Drink...Paint

 Last weekend one of our local wine bars was hosting a Cocktail and Canvas party...my girlfriend sent me a text and asked if I wanted to go with her...why not...it was a pleasure leaving all the mess going on here for a few hours! 
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Look you even get a peek at the new hardwood in our kitchen:-) 
One room down four more to go!!
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I NEVER painted anything on canvas before...what do you think?!?
The artist who ran this had a painting already picked out and we all painted the same thing...she showed us what to do step by step and we followed along.
When it came time to paint the labels we could do whatever we wanted so I added things that had special meaning to me...my kiddos initials...the year we got married...and our anniversary.
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Not bad for my first painting...we had a blast and will definitely be doing it again...
the Appetizers and Prosecco they served was a plus too;-)

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28 comments:

  1. Betty March 13, 2014 at 10:11 AM

    I love it and the colors are just beautiful. You did real good.

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  2. Celestina MarieMarch 13, 2014 at 10:16 AM

    What a great first canvas painting. Love how you did the labels.
    Have a great almost weekend.
    Hugs

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  3. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsMarch 13, 2014 at 10:38 AM

    That turned out great! It sounds like a lot of fun too!

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  4. DD's CottageMarch 13, 2014 at 10:50 AM

    Sounds like a fun night and I like your painting too!

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  5. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeMarch 13, 2014 at 11:29 AM

    Wow Martina, you did great! Are we going to see it hanging somewhere soon?
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  6. Calypso In The CountryMarch 13, 2014 at 12:48 PM

    Love it Martina! It turned out great!
    -Shelley

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  7. Moni - Zuhaus at HomeMarch 13, 2014 at 6:16 PM

    You are so creative, you did a fantastic job! Sounds like you enjoyed the canvas party!

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  8. DIYbyDesignMarch 13, 2014 at 6:25 PM

    Wow - you did a great job. Would have never known it was your first time. Sounds like a fun night.

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  9. Something Nice and PrettyMarch 13, 2014 at 7:03 PM

    Before I clicked on I thought an artist had painted! You did a great job and I'd love to go to one of these wine events!

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  10. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMarch 13, 2014 at 7:11 PM

    Wow, Martina that is really good for a first time!

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  11. 20 North OraMarch 13, 2014 at 7:20 PM

    You did an awesome job on your painting. I love that you put personal stuff on it.

    Judy

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  12. lmsMarch 13, 2014 at 7:38 PM

    wow......looking good.....I never would of known it was your first....the colors look great and the detail on the bottles....wow wow wow....keep up your painting....I love your decorating too....I am changing mine over from primitive country to earthy comfy casual.....its been fun visiting your blog and enjoying your home....your new blogging friend, linda

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  13. lmsMarch 13, 2014 at 7:38 PM

    wow......looking good.....I never would of known it was your first....the colors look great and the detail on the bottles....wow wow wow....keep up your painting....I love your decorating too....I am changing mine over from primitive country to earthy comfy casual.....its been fun visiting your blog and enjoying your home....your new blogging friend, linda

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  14. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRMarch 13, 2014 at 8:05 PM

    Wow, you did a great job, Martina! The colors are so vibrant and pretty. Will we see this hanging in your home soon...lol?

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  15. ANNEMarch 13, 2014 at 9:06 PM

    Fabulous Martina! keep it up!!
    xox

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  16. Brenda PruittMarch 13, 2014 at 9:21 PM

    Pretty darned good! I could never do that. I can't even draw decent.
    Brenda

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  17. ScribblerMarch 14, 2014 at 3:48 AM

    this looks like a fun thing to do. I think they have things like that around here sometimes, but I think it might be in a studio, not a wine bar. Your painting turned out great,

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  18. KellyMarch 14, 2014 at 8:56 AM

    Wow! I'm impressed. For someone that has never painted a canvas before, that's really good! Sounds like a fun time. Love the sneak peek of your floors too.

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  19. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsMarch 14, 2014 at 1:18 PM

    Fantastic!...I do not think my first painting would look any where near as beautiful as yours!...I was invited to a similar event...still thinking about it, but you just gave me the incentive to give it a try!...what more could you want...paint and wine...wine and paint..
    Have a great weekend!!!

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  20. CynthiaMarch 14, 2014 at 2:06 PM

    WOW Martina, this is beautiful. My first painting would be a disaster. Love the peek at the hardwood in the kitchen.

    Cynthia

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  21. GinaMarch 14, 2014 at 10:19 PM

    Oh wow, you did a great job, Martina! I can't imagine painting like that on my first try.

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  22. Linda March 15, 2014 at 8:42 AM

    Isn't this fun!! I bet if you haven't already, go out and purchase brushes and paint. Great prices at the $store for canvas....
    Cute!

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  23. The Tuscan HomeMarch 15, 2014 at 8:49 AM

    Your painting is lovely, I love the colors you used.
    I'm impressed, Martina! :) You are such a great artist. :) xo, Liz

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  24. Christine @ Suburban CharmMarch 15, 2014 at 11:00 AM

    Just found your blog and love it! I'm a new follower! Your painting is beautiful....sounds like it was a wonderful evening!

    xo/Christine
    http://suburban-charm.blogspot.com/

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  25. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMarch 15, 2014 at 4:03 PM

    Hi Martina, That sounds like fun and your painting turned out wonderful!
    xx,
    Sherry

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  26. must love junkMarch 16, 2014 at 10:22 AM

    How fun! And your painting turned out great-impressive! :)
    Susan

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  28. AnneApril 4, 2014 at 9:00 AM

    Beautiful painting Martina!
    xx
    Anne

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I love reading your comments! Thanks so much for stopping by, Martina