Paint-by-numbers

Paint-by-numbers - winter scene
Originally uploaded by cluttershop

Several years ago I started buying vintage Paint-by-numbers. Because there are so many around, I established a few buying guidelines to limit my collection and possibly reign in the clutter.

I have two basic guidelines for my Paint-by-numbers acquisitions:

1. never spend more than a few dollars each ($10 max, but only if absolutely necessary)

2. limit purchases to pastoral scenes

A few odd paintings have found their way in over the years but I'm happy to report that I've never spent more than a few dollars for any one painting.

All of my Paint-by-numbers have come from the Fairlea or Pence Springs flea market.