Murals Transform, Beautify, and Promote!

After finishing a mural in chalk on chalkboard paint yesterday in Pacific Heights, I was reminded how much I enjoy murals. They are the perfect art form to transform a space from blah to boldly beautiful!

The “Before” and “After” Tree Mural in chalk by Yabette.

Tree Mural in chalk by Yabette

In a place of business, a mural can really define a space and add a strong statement to the atmosphere. The tree in my former shop, Swankety Swank was a perfect example of this.

Swankety Swank Tree Mural by Yabette

Here’s one that was outdoors and advertised my first Swankety Swank shop that was in a less than busy location.

Swankety Swank on Mcallister St. Mural by Yabette.

If you like these and want to hire me for one, let me know. I will be traveling all over this summer, so location may not be a factor. Contact me at swankety@gmail.com

xxoo Yabette

Swankety Swank Showcase: Lock & Key Nightstands

These matching sturdy wood tables are part of furniture artist and Swankety Swank owner Yabette’s ongoing Steampunk Collection. They feature a hand-painted Victorian-inspired lock and key in detailed hues of brown on its newly refinished black surface. Both rustic and attractive, masculine or feminine, they have practical drawers and shelves with their original pulls. This signed art set would be a lovely addition to an eclectic modern, artfully traditional or bohemian decor.  Dimensions: 20″H x 15″W x 24″D

The above artwork references a very specific type of lock known as a “story padlock.”  These locks contain imagery relating to a theme or narrative, giving them a unique quality among other locks.  The antique Victorian padlock featured by Yabette is based on a 3-dimensional Werewolf lock manufactured in Trenton, New Jersey, circa 1880.

Swankety Swank Showcase: Floral Fascination

Red Flower Table

The seasons come and go, and yet creativity is always in full bloom at Swankety Swank!  In fact, flowers are bursting all over the store, as blossoms bring forth freshness and beauty to the amazing art furniture on which they have been painted.  Today Swankety Swank Showcase features three art furniture items adorned with floral patterns by Yabette!

Swankety Swank Showcase: Gray Branch Chair

The Gray Branch Chair

Swankety Swank Showcase presents the Gray Branch Chair! This sturdy, aged farmhouse style chair has a great wood structure. It has been newly refinished and clear coated in gray on its gorgeous wood frame. It features a hand painted white branch bringing a modern flair to this retro chair. This signed art piece would be a lovely addition to a colorful bohemian, artfully traditional, or modern pop decor. 

Swankety Swank Showcase: Snake Cabinet

The Snake Cabinet

Swankety Swank Showcase presents the Snake Cabinet! This wood side table, nightstand or media cabinet has been recently refinished on the top with a slightly distressed, warm red color wash which allows the original wood grain to show. It features a hand painted snake with flowers in hues of gray, black and red over graphic color wash red stripes. The inside has 3 shelves with color washed wood knobs. This signed art piece would be a fantastic addition to an artfully traditional, colorful modern or bohemian decor.
Dimensions: 26″H x 41″W x 26″D 

Swankety Swank Showcase: Twilight Tree Dresser

The Twilight Tree Dresser

Swankety Swank Showcase presents the Twilight Tree Dresser!  This aged, sturdy wood dresser has been newly transformed with a hand painted tree in crackle cream with shimmery gold leaves. The top has been refinished in black on its rustic surface. It features dove-tailed drawers, original handles, protective clear coat on its aged mottled surface. This signed art piece would be a lovely addition to a eclectic modern, artfully traditional or bohemian decor.
Dimensions: 36″H x 39″W x 17″D

Swankety Swank Showcase: Moroccan Moth Table

The Moroccan Moth Table

Swankety Swank Showcase presents the Moroccan Moth Table!  This delightful piece of all wood art furniture measures 19.5″ x 19.5″ x 19.5″ and was cleaned, sanded, refinished, hand painted and clear coated with earth friendly, low VOC paints.  Note the intricate detailing on the sides of the table and on the legs (scroll down for a closeup view).  The hexagonal shape gives this piece a unique flair.   The delicate image of the moth was hand-painted by Yabette.  Compliment your home decor with this precious treasure!