So I had another lucky day at Home Goods… LOVE that store. Like many of you, I too have been eyeing those Ballard pears and wanting some of my own. I wasn’t able to find an exact match but I do love my new wannabes! I found the 2 smaller ones for $3.99 a piece and the larger one for $6.99. The two smaller ones were in terrible shape so I thought I would be able to bargain a cheaper price. I was told that this is “what they are supposed to look like”. I held back a laugh of disbelief and purchased them at regular price… $3.99 is still good and OF COURSE I will be painting them!
This makeover was simple. I covered the metal stems and leaves with tape and then spray painted all three with Valspar Vanilla Satin. I did like the color of the larger pear but I wanted a cohesive look which is why I painted all three. I love white Ghost pumpkins and I felt like painting these all white would give me a similar look. I considered glazing… I may still, but I want to stare at these a bit like this before I make my decision. Their new home is in my kitchen counter between my stove and fridge. Love them! Thanks for stopping by and checking out my latest shanty turned chic! I will be posting my pears over at Southern Hospitality for her Thrifty Finds. Check it out girls…
You did a beautiful transformation on the pears.
They look so sophisticated.
Home Goods is the best. I found some great Fall decorations there last week.
Enjoying all the Fall posts.
I've just added your blog to my sidebar! I will be back often! These are Simply Awesome!
I love them! I would have never thought of painting them that color.
So pretty! I love white pumpkins too!
They look very good. I definitely like them in white as well. And what fun you can have changing them now and again. Good Job!
Have a great week and please stop by and say hello!
Great job! I have always wanted those Ballards pears but they are too high. Yours are much better. 🙂