Showing posts with label distressed finish. Show all posts
Showing posts with label distressed finish. Show all posts

FARMHOUSE GREY SIDE TABLES - matching 2 different pieces




I want to share how I found 2 little dark brown tables, that were both different styles, and how I was able to change a few simple things on them so they could be a matching pair.



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CONSOLE TABLES MADE FROM A DINING TABLE - Crème Brûlée finish



Like the dessert of the same name this Crème brûlée table has soft cream tones and dark vanilla areas with a caramelized top. Come see what I mean and be sure to read along with the story ...
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HOW TO PAINT A SOFA TABLE - driftwood grey and antiqued white

 

This console was painted in layers. The focus was to play with the paint finish and I had a fun time doing it, mostly. Finding the right balance of color to enhance shape and techniques to achieve age is a job in it's self.  Let me share some details with you ....

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TURQUOISE SOFA TABLE - laying paint




Once upon a time this cute little turquoise hall table use to be a dining table.
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SVENSKA BLUE ANNIE SLOAN CHALK PAINT - Bergère chair



I painted our living room chairs in the new #SvenskaBlue #AnnieSloan #chalkpaint I also made new upholstery for the seat cushions. Keep reading  for close up photos to see more. 
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PAINTED BAR STOOLS - duck egg






Annie Sloan's chalk paint in Duck Egg blue is a very attractive soft turquoise blue. It has that special something that reminds me of the ocean and the beach.


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BIG LEGS ADDED TO A SIDEBOARD - woodworking






While working outside in the warmth of the summer's sun I took several photos to show how a frame would need to be built to install a set of legs on a buffet. I had imagined these big carved legs added to this cabinet, just like the picture. I had the legs in a crate in my back room but I would need to see how the cabinet was built before I knew if I could make it a reality. 




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MY GREEK COLUMN SOFA TABLE - build with old bed posts



WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE LOOK LIKE?
What can I say about my most favorite piece of furniture. I use it every single day, and it couldn't be more me.  I built it with salvaged furniture parts.



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MY CUSTOM BUILT SOFA TABLE - recycled bed posts +



WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE LOOK LIKE?
What can I say about my most favorite piece of furniture. I use it every single day, and it couldn't be more me.  I built it with salvaged furniture parts.



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FREE to FLEA MARKET CHIC - shabby chic cabinet






A wonderful friend of mine picked up a roadside treasure and stored it for me in her garage for a few weeks. What I wouldn't give to have a garage of my
own, anyways back to the story. Once I had the extra space she then delivered it all the way to my place. Gotta love friends like this. She had sent me a photo when she first found it but I had forgotten what it looked like. Upon opening the back of her truck I became speechless ...
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SHABBY CHIC LAYERING PAINT - distressing white over color





I had 3 little side tables come to me  painted in vibrant colors. The paint jobs were poor and rough with runs here and there but this made for great paint layering and fun distressing.

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PAINT TUTORIAL - white washing over grey







To find a step by step tutorial on how to achieve this finish:
http://4theloveofwood.blogspot.ca/2011/04/just-primer-and-some-wax-white-washed.html



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SILVERED AND WEATHERED CONSOLE TABLE - layering paint

 
This console was painted in layers. The focus was to play with the paint finish and I had a fun time doing it, mostly. Finding the right balance of color to enhance shape and techniques to achieve age is a job in it's self.  Let me share some details with you ....

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SCROLLED WOOD WORK - Parlour Table




Okay this post can't wait any longer. It is long over due as I finished this table, Parlor Table that is, days ago. However I have lost the before picture. I know there was one taken I have seen it, but do you think I can find it ... NO!
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FRENCH BLUE CHALK PAINT - diy painted dresser


CHANGING GEARS
I tried a different look at first with this dresser but it just wasn't my style or for that matter the dresser's style. I had to rethink my plans right in the middle but it was definitely for the best. Come take a look at how my French Blue dresser came to be.


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HOW FAR DOES ANNIE SLOAN GO - red dresser


After the hustle and bustle of working with my Chair for Charity, getting it to the photographer early, and George's accident and ER visit, I have finally finished one of the dressers I previously started. Isn't this color amazing, the knobs made me do it! I have been wanting to show you how far Annie Sloan Chalk Paint can really go.

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HOW TO PAINT AND DISTRESS A MIRROR - the easy way

 


When I paint the frame of a mirror
I jump in and start painting, no
taping the mirror or masking it in
anyway. The secret is that I'm using 
Annie Sloan Chalk Paint which I
can simply .....
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WONDERLAND CABINET - shabby chic tall shelving





I do so love mashing together bits of furniture to make something amazing. Let me share how I made this stunner ...
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