There is a fine line between not enough and too much. Ive got the low down for you right here! The light projects very well, even in daylight. See what the stores are doing (Home Goods doesnt sell a lot of painted looking furniture now: most of it looks like aged wood like driftwood type natural wood looks). Thank you! Such an inspiration to me as I have a very similar piece except mine is a little taller with drawers under the double doors. Our emails include an unsubscribe link and you may opt-out at any time. I used to use the AS wax brush to apply it to everything. Hi Peggy :) Thanks so much! Coordinating bath furniture from Dura Supreme brings all the details together with your choice of beautiful styles and finishes. Projecting and painting that image is the intimidating part. The blue grasscloth added texture and interest. I am a long time do it yourselfer BUT I think that I need some advice. And a great tutorial too. The top is a mix of Coco and Graphite Chalk Paint. Its official. You did a great job! haha Another great project for me to pin! You have inspired me to ask my sister to borrow her projector again and really give this a shot! Part of the problem was it was in the wrong room. xo Understanding Wood: 7 Things You MUST Know Before You Refinish or Build Your Next Project, eat-in kitchen table makeover using Beyond Paint, you can use any one of these furniture paints, 20 Surprising Things I Learned in Carpentry Class, Recessed Lights and How to Retrofit with Clips for LED Downlights, Pantry Shelves and DIY Can Food Organizer With Hidden Storage Underneath. The hardware I chose was a perfect heavy rustic metal. Featuring this in my weekly wows tomorrow. And thank you for the invite. Nancy. Notify me via e-mail if anyone answers my comment. I thought you had re-finished the top, so was really surprised to see that it was painted. I did go directly over that with Dark Wax to give it a sort of wood look at the end. Required fields are marked *, document.getElementById("comment").setAttribute( "id", "a5690ddae312eed8ff5ac4aa3a87fa9a" );document.getElementById("d77b09630b").setAttribute( "id", "comment" );Comment *. Everywhere Ilooked,there was painted furniture onlinepeople slapping coats of paint on something, roughing it up with big patches of sandpaper, slathering on dark wax to make it look old and dirty and calling it artistic. Its just changed as it does. So great you took your time to figure out the best use because it now looks like a $1200 piece of furniture. I plan to do some furniture but sadly not with AS its too expensive so home made which should be fun. Notify me via e-mail if anyone answers my comment. This sublime bathroom features Dura Supremes Style Four furniture series. Photography by Susan Gilmore. I to have been known to re-paint until the piece is right! B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!!! I too have a projector and transfer my graphics in the same way. Do you use a pencil to first transfer? I love all the details you added too. I wont be happy until I tackle this!!! Just gorgeous. Because this is what I came up with for the first go-round (this is Primer Red & Old White Chalk Paint ). Good luck! Thanks so much. The fabrics are all kid friendly and the rug is an indoor/outdoor rug by Stark. Leslie. Thanks! I am looking to find a piece now to mimic the idea you created for somewhere in our new house. I tend to go with what makes me happy, not so much with what is in or out. So in that respect, youre right on time, my friend! Fun & Funky is one way to describe it. I then have another clean cloth that I go back over and lightly wipe away any excess right after. Hi Cortne, Thanks so much! I noticed the veneer on the first picture is chipped and missing some. xo. (Be sure to follow me on Instagram I post most projects there long before I get to writing the posts about them. Beautiful job Nancyeven if you had to do it twicethe end result is fabulous! Nancy. Thanks for your inspiration! Thats how I know I got it right this time. Just beautiful Nancy! So funny how it spoke to you in a foreign language first! A dream come true! But, I would say it was about half and halfleaning towards a little more Coco. Wow this came out amazing! You did a stunning job on this piece. Last year I decided to strip all 3 paint layers down to the wood and start over there were two different yellows under that metallic blue and my off-white topcoat, oh my!). What a gorgeous transformation! I want one of those! I found my projector on Craigslist and it is a 3M 9075 model. It just might sit longer before it sells. It needed to be a different color and some pretty graphics. I ran off to the thrift store to find all the best pieces I could refinish and put into our home (see my project gallery). This home is a custom home built by Homes by Tradition located in Lakeville, MN. Regular paint, no you cant, it wont adhere, but Annie Sloan can go over previously waxed pieces. ink? It turned out gorgeous! So much better. Do you wait till night to project or do you have a dark room in your home to do your projects? You really nailed it! Francine, Thank you so much, its one of my favorite pieces~ Nancy. Hi Vickie, 2012-2022, Artsy Chicks Rule. I love painted hardwareon the right piece, of course. :) I usually use a watercolor pencildepending on the color I am planning to paint in. Denash photography, Designed by Jenny Rausch C.K.D Every single part of it! Congrats! That was really a sad little piece.. You have such a good eye for potential! Visiting from Miss Mustard seeds link up. I used acrylic craft paint. Ive done that a couple times but luckily these colors mix so well I was able to salvage by mixing in some other colors. You are welcome! Thanks for mentioning the response to comments! this is so fabulous! what a great score! Breakfast bar separates the kitchen from the entrance of the apartment. Thanks Denise :) Yes, Im so glad I got it right this time. Submerse yourself in a serene bath environment and enjoy solitude as your reward. Read blogs. Things have changed around our home since this post. Plus Get My FREE eBook "Creating Fabulous Finishes"! I found you through Kim at Savvy Southern Style and Im so glad I stopped by your blog, this piece (and your blog) are wonderful! Hi Lisa, Amazing!! Plus,Get My FREE ebook,"Creating Fabulous Finishes"! Im pinning. Still one of my favorites Nancy! I love the graphics you added and the dark top. LOVE THIS! Wow, I could spend many hours here. Thats great Rachel! Its beautiful now! Ha yes, thats what I shouldve said to this one! No. I have to order my chalk paint online because there is no one close by me that sells it. I think I saw this post a couple of years ago. Immerse yourself in our expansive palette of finishes and wood species to discover the look that calms your senses and soothes your soul. On this piece I did actually mix just a little of the dark into the clear and then applied to the bottom part of the cabinet. Her bathroom was equally gorgeous. That stuff is going to be the death of me yet. If you were to stand them side-by-side, youd probably not be able to tell the difference (until you pull the drawer open, only to have the cheapie Home Goods one nearly fall over. Id be honored! Wow! Over time, a well-loved painted furniture piece will show distinctive signs of wear and use. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. I have noticed that much of the painted furniture looks the same, so my gut has told me to paint pieces with no distressing or aging techniques.just crisp, clean painting with interesting uses of color. I cant cant believe you scored it for only $20??? Have a great week. Your piece is just stunning! A refreshing spa-like environment offers a brisk welcome at the dawning of a new day or a soothing interlude as your day concludes. Hope that helps! Hi Stacy, Ill stop by on Thursday and link up!:). But I chose to paint it to match the cabinet. And what makes you happy will change. It is a 3M 9075 model. Sort of therapeutic, quiet minded work. Its beautiful! Each chip and dent tells a story of its history through layers of paint. Thank you Jilly! Don't miss a thing! Hope you have a great day and thanks for taking the time to comment!! Are you an extremely artistic person? Dura Supremes artisans hand-detail the surface to create the look of timeworn distressing. What a transformation! I considered painting the lower portion as Ive done on other pieces, but the painted look has definitely been done (and done), and stripping pieces down to show the natural grain devalues them. Cant believe the transformation. such as how to use dust of ages and wax to age furniture. Haha, Want to know about 26 other chalk-style paints? This buffet is so stunning and beautiful! Love it, and an awesome idea!! You are latebut the party aint over! Are you a (re) painter like me? Hope that helps! Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Nancy, Stunning! Is Painted Furniture Dead? This dramatic renovation took place without disturbing the original 100yr. Style Four offers 10 different configurations (for single sink vanities, double sink vanities, or offset sinks), and multiple decorative toe options to coordinate vanities and linen cabinets. I have it on my Facebook page as a feature, too. Thanks so much for stopping by!! Quite often I say No Comprende (and I dont speak Spanish, HA). Watch you tube tutorials. Your email address will not be published. Thanks Cynthia :) I take those breaks sometimes toobut then I get sidetracked terribly. It looks perfect where it is. Love the graphic and colors you have choosen.such a transformation! Thanks so much. I bought a small projector from the craft store years ago but it seems your projector would work better to project larger images on large furniture pieces. Absolutely gorgeous! And will stay this way foreverI think anyway! the Chalk Paint would be less likely to do that, smudge, because it is more dry and chalky when dry. I mixed up some Graphite & Coco Chalk Paint and came up with a really great color for the top. I have a couple of old pieces and some veneer is missing and bubbly and coming up. (Privacy Policy) *, Im Serena Appiah (rhymes with IKEA). :), Hi Nancy love this make-over and the graphics you chose are perfect for this piece. Ive painted mine gloss white and it holds stereo equipment, but now Im inspired to really make it pretty. In reading over the post again, and looking at the pictures closely, Im wondering why the Primer Red didnt show through in the distressing. But I admit that painted furniture was beginning to bother me. Estate sale sideboard with chalk paint was a definite win for $20! Have a wonderful week and enjoy your gorgeous bar cabinet. ONE photo may be used, provided that FULL AND CLEAR CREDIT is given to Artsy Chicks Rule with appropriate and specific direction and link back to the original content. and to her studio for a painting workshop in Memphis, Tennessee. Don't Miss a Thing! ;) Yes, it is very time consuming but I think an important part of running a blog. A matching mirror complements the vanity design. :) I always use watercolor pencils to transfer. Tell me, did you use a paint brush or a Sharpie to apply the paint? That would be like applying foundation to your face and forgetting to add the blush, lipstick, mascarathen saying youre ready for the ball. Hi, (sorry, I dont know the exact oneIve had it awhile) Its a thin, long bristled brush. HA! And no, dont be afraid to try somethingthere is always a fix with paint! http://www.astrollthrulife.net/2013/04/161th-inspire-me-tue-frenchyfarmhouse.html, Thanks so much! Thank you :) The projector came from Craigslist. ;) Oh you will have fun with that projector!! Thanks, Thanks Denise! ;) I have used AS Paint many times, and with great success, but I dont know anything about the overhead projector. Thank you so much for sharing at my blog! Our busy and hectic lifestyles leave us yearning for a private place where we can truly relax and indulge. Bath cabinetry from Dura Supreme offers myriad design directions to create the personal harmony and beauty that are a hallmark of the bath sanctuary. Yes, I love when I come across these great bargains! Please go visit her site and take a look at themthere are so many! First, I am running out of places toput my pieces. It finally spoke to me in English! :) xoxo. and then started slowly with a couple of pieces. Q: what wax do you use? Related: When Should You NOT Paint Wood Furniture? Thanks so much Jacqueline! I found this projector on CL for about $45. That piece is so beautiful ! Thank you so much! Sorry, its anniesloanunfolded.com (not asunfolded.com).check there for a retailer near you. Wow ~ glad you were listening, it is beautiful! It was really a little too large for this space so this worked out well. Bead board walls, granite countertop, beautiful blue gray washer dryer built in. It is really perfect. There was an error submitting your subscription. Love it! Wooden floor made of white lacquered oak aging. It is a stunning transformation. You have inspired me to try some new things on my AS painted pieces. Request a FREE Dura Supreme Brochure Packet: This family room was totally redesigned with new shelving and all new furniture. Ill find a spot. ;). I want to clarify that I understand correctly I can use Annie Sloan paint directly over a piece that has been waxed. I began turning to more creative outlets like learning to make stuff with power tools so that I could expand my creativity beyond just painting thrifted furniture. Arent they lovely like this?? Merilane Avenue Residence 2 Guest Bedroom, 2011 ASID Award Winning Design Perfect I think youve given me the inspiration I need to pick up my paintbrush and go for it! Landscape Architects & Landscape Designers, Outdoor Lighting & Audio/Visual Specialists, http://www.durasupreme.com/request-brochure, http://www.durasupreme.com/dealer-locator, Find top design and renovation professionals on Houzz. The Graphics Fairy has a page on her site telling about the different ways to transfer. I have tried sanding words I have painted before and it ended up smudging the back paint into the white background instead of just distressing it. Floors: Clear Sealed White Oak; Installed by Floors by Dennis The transparency I got from OfficeMax. I have also printed on clear label sheets but that does not work as well. Found you on Hometalk. We used a variety of stones, millwork, wallpaper, and faux finishes to compliment the large spaces & natural light. I was wondering what you use to transfer the graphic onto the furniture before you paint it? There are SO MANY finish styes and products and stencils and waxes and transfers and.well. I absolutely LOVE what you did with this piece Nancy. I dont think his dad he just got to be more creative with colors very particular what you find out their unique furniture and if you have to pain it the right colors people are looking for something unique different one what time its good to sell smaller pieces that would get you through the dry spells and sometimes just lore your prices to To get people come to the door and slowly raise your prices back to where you want them to be, Your email address will not be published. I love that style! Select the most inviting and luxurious materials to create a relaxing space that rejuvenates as it soothes and calms. I left feeling like I could now do something more than just paint furniture, but I could really make it look extraordinary. LAUREN, Hi Lauren, Great job! Its become so popular that even places like Home Goods have been biting off of the DIY furniture look. If any is left bubbling Id remove that too and just fill in and sand. Love the final result! So impressive and such a great idea. If its a large area however, Id probably just remove all the veneer and sand the wood smooth. Did you fill it in with wood putty or remove all of it and how? I just mixed until I got what I liked. https://www.facebook.com/rachel.ruse.3/media_set?set=a.10201528805774568.1073741829.1609599420&type=3. The distressed cabinetry with tumbled stone floor and custom piece of furniture sets it apart from any traditional laundry room. There are a couple reasons why Ive been painting less furniture even though I know people love them so much. Absolutely stunning :) I love the wine bar.. Its about the finishesthat extra oomph that you give a piece.