Funky Whimsical Functional Art - Michelle Collins Studio
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Handcrafted, Hand Painted Furniture & Functional Art Items
My husband and I have done several projects together. He enjoys woodworking and I obviously enjoy painting. He has built several frames for my original paintings as well as some really cool pieces of furniture such as: Adirondack chairs & tables. He even built our entertainment center/fireplace mantel and the island in our kitchen.
I have provided photos of some of the items that we have worked on together as well as some other items I have painted or altered in some way.
Funky Scottish Terrier Painting
Original Painting & Cutting Board
This first project I will show was a commission from one of my collectors. She had purchased a couple of my pieces for her new kitchen and wanted some other items to add to the theme.
The first piece was not a "functional" piece in its original form but did move on to be one later.
She wanted me to paint a colorful abstract piece of a Scottish Terrier using: orange, purple, green & yellow and the other colors I normally paint in. I provided her with this rough sketch and then moved onto the painting.
Art Cutting Board
After completing the painting she went on to order a cutting board with the painting on it. I ordered it from a company I work with that provides this service.
The original is a 16"x20" acrylic on canvas painting. Shown below are some other items I offer this piece on. You can also View all products here!
Put Your Artwork On Cutting Boards
If you are looking to have your artwork or photos, printed on cutting boards; you can find custom services on Amazon. The link below is a listing for exactly this. They will add your photo or image to the cutting board. Make sure these are "YOUR" images! You can not take images off of the internet and have them printed on products, as this would be theft.
Funky Scottie Keepsake Box
Price: $28.99 
Funky Scottie Tile Coaster
Price: $8.99
Funky Scottie BBQ Apron
Price: $22.99
Funky Scottie Note Cards (Pk of 10)
Price: $15.99
Funky Scottie Mousepad
Price: $15.99
Handcrafted, Hand Painted Kitchen Utensil Holder
She requested something to hold her utensils in, again with the same color scheme.
My husband made a square utensil holder then I chose one of my square pieces that I had originally painted on
Mexican Saltillo tile; and made a print of it to fit the size of the square for the front. I mounted the print to the front and painted designs on the 3 remaining sides. Then I varnished it.
The painting featured on the front of the box is also available on throw
pillows, clocks, mugs and other functional art items. View all products here!
Funky Abstract Ktichen Clock
Spring Wall Clock
Price: $13.99
Spring Stackable Mug Set (4 mugs)
Price: $35.99
Spring Throw Pillow
Price: $18.99
Spring Tote Bag
Price: $14.99
Spring Magnet
Price: $3.49
Art Clocks, Pillows & Ceramic Tile Coasters
Below are some of my lenses that feature: Art Pillows & Art Wall Clocks. You can also view all items available featuring my artwork by visiting my gift shop here.
Handcrafted & Hand Painted Spoon Rest
Next on the list was the spoon Rest. My husband cut it out of a block of wood and carved out the center area. I went ahead to paint and varnish it.
Hand Painted Trinket Boxes
I have also purchased pre-made unfinished items to paint on. One of my favorites are trinket boxes. They come in all shapes and sizes and are easy to find. They also make nice gifts.
The box shown on the left has a print of one of my original paintings from my 'Colors In Motion' series; mounted on the front. This piece was also hand painted and the print was framed out in small wood pieces. I only added varnish to the print are for protection. The rest of the box, inside and outside; is painted to leave a rustic kind of appearance.
I have painted several of these boxes in the past. All have sold. I have one in my etsy shop listed below!
Hand Painted Whimsical Wood Trinket Box Whmsical Flowers M Collins WWAO | Price: $12
Title: Orange Flowers in Green Grass Trinket Box
Size: 4.5"x3"x 2"(deep)This is the actual size of the box. The lid and bottom extend... (full description)
Unfinished Wood Trinket Boxes
Can be found on Amazon!
Small Keepsake Wooden Box
Amazon Price: (as of 05/31/2012)
This is the kind of box that I used to paint on.
Handcrafted, Hand Painted Furniture
This is one of the Adirondack chairs, that my husband built. He has built several Adirondack chairs.
He built 2 of these particular ones. each have rockers. I painted both. One is shown here. I have to find the photo of the other and will add it another time.
I ended up trading the 2 chairs for some awesome photography for my new home.
My friend Paula Showen is an amazing photographer so I filled my home with her work. You can view her photography @ ShowmarPhoto.com. I should have her take a couple of pics of of the chairs for me to add to this page; as hers would be much better than the photo I took.
Adirondack Chairs DIY
You can purchase these chairs unfinished and paint them yourself; or you can build them from scratch. For both options, I have listed some items on Amazon below.
More of my functional art!
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Close2Art
Jan 27, 2012 @ 9:32 am | delete
- I love your style, the more funk the better, Blessed
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Tipi
Jan 18, 2012 @ 4:22 pm | delete
- I love functional art and yours is wonderful fun, it just makes a person feel good, blessed!
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davespeed
Dec 4, 2011 @ 2:03 pm | delete
- Your art is remarkable. I love the kitchen clock. Great lens!
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Eliana Iglesias
Nov 2, 2011 @ 8:05 pm | delete
- Your art is beautiful, I love all things whimsical! I was wondering what type of paint do you use for your tiles, I think they are so beautiful and vibrant, a true piece of art. Best of luck to you! Thanks
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sousababy
Sep 3, 2011 @ 5:35 pm | delete
- Oh and came back to google +1 this and others - love the spoon rest.
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sousababy
Sep 3, 2011 @ 5:34 pm | delete
- These are great, art is enjoyed so much more when you can actually use the piece and not just stare at it. Featured in the right sidebar of my Part III of the Good Heart series (for now). Love these!
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Karafine
Jul 28, 2011 @ 5:43 pm | delete
- Beautiful artwork, Michelle. Love the bold colors and much admiration for being wife, mother, stressed and still be able to paint!
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MaxReily
Jun 7, 2011 @ 11:05 am | delete
- Great designs. I love the Adirondack chair and the clock. Lovely lens!
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jvsper63
Mar 10, 2011 @ 10:39 pm | delete
- More great work. Cory and you make a great team..Beautiful lens.as alway's
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darciefrench
Mar 10, 2011 @ 6:17 pm | delete
- Always so impressed with your art- what a talented team the two of you are -:)
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