Wednesday, May 23, 2012

HALF TABLE MAKEOVER


Okay......here's the AFTER on this one.  To see the before and how I acquired this little table, click here.

For a quick tutorial on how to achieve this look, click below.

Since I wasn't using chalk paint on this one, I did sand it a little so that the paint would 'grab' to the surface.  
Then, I gave it one coat of the same 'pink' that I used in this post.


After that dried, I painted a second coat using the turquoise I had specially mixed.


Annnnd, after THAT dried, I gave it some serious distressing using my Mouse sander by Black and Decker.


Last step?  Brush Minwax Special Walnut over the entire piece.  Then quickly wipe it off using a soft cloth.


Now, just let it dry again.  Sometimes this takes a couple days since the Minwax is oil base.



Didn't it turn out TOOO CUTE.  Love, love, love me some auctions.  Gotta go back soon.
Check back soon and I'll show ya how the 3 surface table turned out too.


I'm linking to these parties:

http://www.savvycityfarmer.com/

http://www.theshabbycreekcottage.com/2012/05/transformation-thursday-no-153.html?showComment=1337891752651#c9202583103057801090

http://madeinaday.com/2012/05/24/made-u-look-linky-26/

http://frenchcountrycottage.blogspot.com/2012/05/feathered-nest-friday_24.html

http://homespunhappenings-tammy.blogspot.com/2012/05/rustic-restorations-weekend-linky-4.html

http://tamicurbalert.blogspot.com/2012/05/friday-block-party-6-feature-from-party.html

http://homespunhappenings-tammy.blogspot.com/search/label/Rustic%20Restorations%20Weekend

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26 comments:

  1. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresMay 23, 2012 at 11:52 AM

    Love this color! Great job.

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  2. CandyMay 23, 2012 at 11:59 AM

    THANKS, Betsy. 8-)

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  3. Rasonda @ East Conolly CottageMay 23, 2012 at 12:22 PM

    So cute!!! I love it!!!

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  4. CandyMay 23, 2012 at 12:28 PM

    Thanks so much, Rasonda. Now I wanna try these colors on a BIG piece. SOON maybe. COME BACK to see me soon. 8-)

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  5. T. EmrichMay 23, 2012 at 1:31 PM

    I have a little table sitting in the garage aka workshop..going to try this out :) Thanks :)

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  6. CandyMay 23, 2012 at 1:47 PM

    Thank YOU for comin by. Let us see your finished product. 8-)

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  7. Judy at GoldCountryCottageMay 23, 2012 at 3:09 PM

    Candy, that is the cutest table and I love the finish and the colors you put on it..Happy Wednesday..Judy

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  8. CandyMay 23, 2012 at 3:10 PM

    Thanks so much, Judy. And, Happy Wednesday backatcha!!! 8-)

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  9. Robin at The Primitive HutchMay 23, 2012 at 11:00 PM

    Oh my gosh Candy ~ I LOVE the color on this one!!!
    You did a wonderful job!!!
    The lamp you have on the table is gorgeous too!!!
    Thanks for sharing!
    Prim Blessings
    Robin

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  10. CandyMay 23, 2012 at 11:21 PM

    Thanks Robin. It was kind of a 'happy accident'. Now I want to do a large piece in those colors. And, the little lamp has a mate. They are a sweet pair.
    THANKS FOR STOPPING BY. 8-)

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  11. AnonymousMay 24, 2012 at 4:50 PM

    Love, love, love this table! You did a fantastic job on it. I'm visiting from the Made U Look link party and I'm now your newest follower!! :)

    Carolyn
    {my simple messterpiece}

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  12. CandyMay 24, 2012 at 4:58 PM

    Carolyn, Thank you soooo very much. I've visited My Simple Messterpiece (cute name) and Im now following ya back.

    COME BACK OFTEN !!! 8-)

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  13. AnonymousMay 25, 2012 at 1:19 AM

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  14. AnonymousMay 25, 2012 at 1:24 AM

    Candy, I LOVE your little table, so cute!! Thanks for sharing the technique you used to achieve this look. Found you through Curb Alert!, so happy to be now following! I hope you have a wonderful night. :-)
    Sharla

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    1. CandyMay 25, 2012 at 10:03 AM

      Thanks so much Sharla. I'll be right over and follow you back. 8-)

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  15. Decor & HarmonyMay 25, 2012 at 6:57 AM

    Too cute....why yes it is! Love the color! Have a great weekend.

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    1. CandyMay 25, 2012 at 10:03 AM

      Thanks so much and thanks for stopping by. 8-)

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  16. TammyMay 25, 2012 at 10:44 AM

    Love it!!!! I love dark walnut stain :) You did another fantastic piece! I love the legs on this table too--very unique! Thanks for linking it up to Rustic Restorations Weekend!

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  17. CandyMay 25, 2012 at 1:59 PM

    Thank you, Tammy.

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  18. Kim~madeinadayMay 30, 2012 at 4:24 PM

    Love the turquoise! Thanks for the tutorial and linkin up last week!
    Kim@madeinaday

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    1. CandyJune 4, 2012 at 9:40 AM

      Thanks Kim. Hope to see you again next week.

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  19. UnknownJune 4, 2012 at 1:38 AM

    Cute table and great makeover! Looks great!

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  20. DebbiedoosJune 5, 2012 at 7:27 AM

    What a cute table and a great color. Thanks for sharing with the newbie party.Please add my link or button as well. Thanks.

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  21. Tami MichelJune 7, 2012 at 9:33 PM

    Thank you so much for linking up to our previous Friday Block Party at Curb Alert! I would love for you to link up again this week and look forward to what you have to share, the link is up and running all weekend.
    http://tamicurbalert.blogspot.com/2012/06/welcome-to-another-week-friday-block.html
    Thanks! Tami @ Curb Alert!

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  22. Maureen WyattJune 9, 2012 at 7:57 PM

    This colour combo is totally eye-catching! I'm here from Homespun Happenings and following you now. ~ Maureen

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