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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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    Old 10-25-2010, 05:36 PM
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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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    Old 10-25-2010, 05:52 PM
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    I had "Blueberry" Painted with automotive paint and clear coat. Just love her...
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    Old 10-25-2010, 06:32 PM
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    Blueberry is just beautiful.
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    Old 10-25-2010, 07:12 PM
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    Thank you Patti!!
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    Old 10-25-2010, 07:19 PM
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    Blueberry is beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!1
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    Old 10-25-2010, 07:56 PM
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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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