Waterslide Decal Project

Hi everyone.
I have somewhat of a crush on white pottery with black lettering,  especially
the advertising pieces.  I guess it all started when Hubby bought me the butter
platter below.

 

Over the last few years I have purchased pieces whenever I found something I
liked at a good price.  I have a few vintage pieces but it really doesn’t matter to
me if they are new or old.
One evening while browsing Pinterest I came across this image of a milk pail with
grazing cows.  I knew I had to have one and my search began to find one of
these cute pails.
You can imagine my disappointment when my research revealed the pails are 19th
Century and are extremely expensive.  The one above sold at auction for $4200!
  
This pail is available for $2200 but does have some damage.
There was no way I was paying these prices so I started thinking of a way to make one
myself.  Recently I read a great tutorial on using waterslide decals from Carol at
 The Polka Dot Closet.  I thought I could replicate the image and use the decal on
a new ceramic pail.  The only hurdle was finding a similar pail….there is obviously a
shortage of these.
Eight months later, and after much searching, I found a reproduction pail at an
antique mall.  I enlarged the picture of one of the antique pieces and then cropped
the image.  Following Carol’s instructions I copied the image to the waterslide decal
and applied it.
My version cost $16.00 for the pail and waterslide decals.  I have enough decals
left for several more projects.

 

Below is the graphic for your use.  Wouldn’t it be cute on a white ironstone pitcher?

 

In other news… we closed on the sale of our Virginia home last week!  Everything
is in storage and Steve and I are currently living with dad.  We are easing him into
the idea of living with us once we find a new home.
Congrats to Shirley @ Housepitality Designs  for winning Hometalks Pinning
With The Stars.
Thanks for visiting!
xx,
Sherry
Lucia
Author

39 thoughts on “Waterslide Decal Project”

  1. So happy to hear you closed on your home.Now off to start a new chapter! Wow I love that graphic on your pail! You did a great job!
    xx
    Anne

  2. What a great piece. You did a wonderful job even if you had to wait a while to find the right piece. You have amassed a wonderful collection. I hope it goes well with your Dad. It is always hard to have them come to the realization that their life on their own is changing. Bless you as you make these changes. xo Diana

  3. I have a fabulous white pitcher and can't wait to get home from oregon and use your image on my pitcher. I don't recall the water slide method or how to do it, but I will email you for instructions when I get home. Maybe that would be a fabulous post for you to do. Thanks tons for the image. I love yours and can't wait to give it a try. Hugs, Marty

  4. Look at you!!! Great idea and wow, did it turn out super nice!!! Thanks for sharing the graphic….

    Best wishes for finding just the right home for the 3 of you…..many blessings on your new adventure!!!

  5. First, what a relief to have the closing on the house done!! Deep breath…..Are you looking for a house in Orlando or south? Now, it is just the fun part for you, the work is over. thank you for the shout out, when I figured out the decals I couldn't quit making them, so easy and uses are limitless. the graphic you used is adorable

    Carol

  6. Brilliant! I've coveted black and white pottery, too, and I'm pinning this to copy. Congrats on closing your house deal and heading into the new adventure!

  7. Love this graphic Sherry and it looks wonderful on the pail you found. I am always on the hunt for antique cow paintings and think I have only found one true oil that I could afford. So, I am trying to convince Gar to paint some for me and now I am looking for some great pieces of old wood for this project. Found one at Chartreuse. I know you and Steve are thrilled to be together now.

  8. Wow that looks great! It really looks vintage ~ how fun to make it yourself. I'm visiting today from Savvy Southern Style. I co-host a Linky Party Tuesday (open thru Sat) and I'd love for you to link up! I hope you get a chance to stop by, link up and leave a comment, too!
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  9. What a wizard white pail and applause for your finding the transfer to make it perfect! Quest over and at what a bargain price!

    I'm happy to hear that your home here sold and that the sale has closed. After you and Steve have caught your breath, let the house hunting begin! Hope the search is a lot of fun and you find the home of your dreams, in the right location, at the right price (no bidding wars!),and in good time.

    Hugs!

  10. I love this collection, it is beautiful, love the graphics. Glad to hear you closed our sale seems to be never ending!

    Cynthia

  11. I'm very envious of your butter slab! Never seen or heard of one. Love your "applique" work and the design you chose.

    I just found a large ironstone-ish pitcher like your large one. Wondering who the maker is on yours & if I got a good deal. I can't seem to find it anywhere online for a reference.

    Thanks for the inspiration!

  12. Love it, Sherry … and, what a steal you got that one for compared to the others! Wow! Thanks so much for sharing the graphic, too!

  13. you have always heard ,where there is a will there is a way

    I like it very much and have always wanted the Butter & Cheese trays like yours from Emma ? forget the last name LOL senior moment LOL
    Bridgewater

  14. Sherry you are so smart. I never would have imagined those prices on the vintage/antique milk pails!

    Yours look just as good, or better.

    2013 Designers Series
    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

  15. Your pail is adorable. I love that you were able to reproduce what you had set your mind to doing. How satisfying is that! Thanks for the graphic too. I will stow it away because I seem to have a thing for cute milk graphics.
    Liz

  16. Patience pays off, doesn't it? And your find is awesome!!! Thanks for the printable. I found some vintage-style white milk bottles at BB&B today with the cutest white rubber caps. So adorable! I can just see a mini version of your printable on those. 🙂
    His blessings!
    Kim @ Curtain Queen

  17. I love your milk pail project! It is beautiful. I have a love of dishes with black writing on them too. You have a nice collection. What luck for you to be able to find a white pail just right for that image to be added. I guess it was meant to be. Congrats on selling your house. You're now ready for the next chapter!

  18. I love this!! How cool. Thanks for sharing. I am so glad I saw this. I am hosting a giveaway via Arcadian Home on my blog. It would be great if you could stop by. Have a lovely day!

  19. Great idea…Yours is just as nice as the much more expensive version. Thanks for the free download picture, too!
    Jamie (andersonandgrant@blogspot.com)

  20. Congratulations on the sale of your home and I hope your dad takes to the idea of living with you very easily. I love your pitcher and I'm pinning this for future use!
    Where, oh where did you get the metal mug drying rack in one of the photos? I LOVE it, too!

  21. I love this! Thank you for sharing. You will be one of the features at the Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Pop on in and grab a feature button for your blog. Today's party will be open as soon as I finish writing the post…lol. Have a pretty day. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse

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