http://plaidonline.com/Plaid/media/PlaidLibrary/articleImages/how-to-paint-hydrangeas-hero.jpg Example, but done on wood furniture instead

As another commenter said it is a little shabby chic. It's not 100% my style but I love one stroke painting and I think if done with taste and choosing the right colours it will turn out amazing. The reason why you don't see many of these pieces around? I don't know. My grandma had a beautiful painted bench. I would love to have a handpainted cabinet. I handpainted a woven bamboo mirror in my toilet (i actually went over it to try and make it better, because I bought it thrifted and already painted by a kid). this guy and their handpainted cabinet company here do amazing job with one stroke painting, I hope it's a good inspiration for you. Oh and don't forget to post pictures when it's done!