Thursday, February 2, 2012

A SPLASH OF COLOR

I found this little bench at a yard sale some time back.  And, since I needed another quick project, I pulled it outta the garage and went to work.  I don't know about what's 'IN' in your neck of the woods, but here, the younger generation seems to want bright colors.  Soooo, since I couldn't find the bright green that I wanted for this little piece, I went to my local paint store and had them mix one for me. 



                                  They used Devoe Paint and we named it  GREEN APPLE .



First, give it a quick sanding.  I love my MOUSE by Black & Decker.  The pointed front gets into tight places.  Wipe with a tack cloth, then paint the entire piece.  I gave it two coats to give good coverage.  Let dry thoroughly.


Then, of course, I sanded part of the paint away, giving the piece that shabby loved look.


Then, just dust and DECORATE. 



Or maybe crocks would look better? I can see it on a porch or in a sunroom with plants, cookbooks in the kitchen.


Kinda cute.....what cha think?


Take a peek HERE to see what I did while I had that GREEN APPLE paint still in my brush.  Gotta multi task, ya know.


7 comments:

  1. Oh, I love this, the color is great! I can totally see it in a sun room! Great job!

    Carol

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  2. Thanks Carol AND, thanks for the visit.

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  3. Your green bench would make a great porchy piece. It's so fun and springy. Love it.
    Thanks for visiting me. I'm following you back. Mary Alice

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  4. Thanks Mary Alice and COME BACK SOON.

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  5. Hello, Candy! Thanks for visiting me at my baby blog. I had to giggle when I saw your green table because I just finished painting a table for our bedroom a very similar color. I will take pics tomorrow when the sun is shining and I get it all fixed the way I want it. Is the picture taken in your shop?

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  6. Hi Susan. Thanks for stopping in. Actually, I didn't think I'd like the green, but after finishing the project, I loved it. The first pics are taken in my home, but the last two are in the shop after I took it in and decorated it. I can't wait to see pics of your bedroom table. Take a look at the green leaf that I did with the same paint.......just posted tonight.

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  7. Hi Candy, Thanks for visiting me and for the comments. I have always wanted to paint furniture like you so thanks for the tutorial. Your shop sounds like one I would like to visit someday! I am going to read your posts then send you an email!

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