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by Donna Ware

Fanciful Furniture & Finishes of Beaumont, Texas specializes in hand-painted furniture, custom-designed murals , banners and unique surface finishes by Donna Ware.  Each piece of furniture is a one-of-a-kind work of art.  Murals are created specifically for each family to reflect their style.  Work ranges from realistic to whimsical and fun for children, teens and the entire home.

Donna has been painting since childhood and has earned degrees from Lamar University in Beaumont, Texas and The School of the Art Institute of Chicago.  In 2001 she took the plunge and became a full-time artist and decorative painter when she began Fanciful Furniture & Finishes She had painted a dresser for her daughter Christine that received rave reviews and had others clamouring for one of their own.

Donna brings her custom furniture to a few shows each year to try out new designs, but most of her work is custom created specifically for a client.

In March 2006 Donna had the opportunity to work with the staff of Extreme Makeover Home Edition when they were in Sabine Pass, Texas to film a special "After the Storm".  The show renovated the town's high school theater after Hurricane Rita devastated the building in September 2005.  Donna designed and painted five sets of large scale paintings that hang in the Theater's lobby and foyer.  Watch Extreme Makeover Home Edition's "After the Storm" on Friday, April 14 to see Donna's paintings, then check back to see more of her work on this website.
If you are interested in purchasing from Fanciful Furniture & Finishes you can contact Donna at  (409) 839-4207 or email her at  DKW929@aol.com
Christine's Dresser