Here's the way this lil table looked BEFORE I painted it with a couple coats of my homemade chalk paint. That recipe is found HERE.
Then the entire piece is lightly sanded, but sanding more on the edges and any area that would normally get more wear.
Now, I brush on Minwax Special Walnut stain................and then wipe it off using a soft cloth, leaving more in the nooks and crannies to accentuate the detail.
And, that's it. She's done. I love this little table.
What cha think?
I'm linking up to these parties:
DIY Home Sweet Home
http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2012/07/make-it-pretty-monday-week-6.html
http://homespunhappenings- tammy.blogspot.com/2012/07/ rustic-restorations-weekend- linky-party_19.html
http://madeinaday.com
http://my1929charmer.com/sundays-best-41-par-tay/
http://linda-coastalcharm.blogspot.com/
http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2012/07/make-it-pretty-monday-week-6.html
http://homespunhappenings-
http://madeinaday.com
http://my1929charmer.com/sundays-best-41-par-tay/
http://linda-coastalcharm.blogspot.com/
I love that little table too. She is so sweet with just the right amount of shabbiness.
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Miss Maggie. 8-)
DeleteHi Candy. That is a very sweet little table. I love making chalk paint too but I haven't tried min wax on top - sure looks good. Thanks for visiting and leaving a comment today.
ReplyDeleteJoy
Thank you, Joy. 8-)
DeleteHello Candy, Your re-do is spectacular! I love the color and you did an awesome job of distressing the finish. It is gorgeous. Connie :)
ReplyDeleteThanks so much, Connie.
DeleteI think it is perfect!
ReplyDeleteThanks Sandy. You've always faithful to comment. I appreciate ya.
DeleteYou did a beutiful job.
ReplyDeleteMary
Thanks Mary. 8-)
DeleteGreat little table and lovely job on making her pretty again. Visiting from Homemaker on a Dime. Would love it if you would share this at my Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2012/07/make-it-pretty-monday-week-6.html Wishing you a grand week. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
ReplyDeleteKathryn, Thanks so much. I'll be right over.
DeleteLove how this looks! Love the color as well. I'm stopping by from a blog hop and am a new follower, I would love if you came to say hi and followed me back at www.iheartpears.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteThanks so much. I'll be right over. 8-)
DeleteSo cute! How come I can never find the beautiful tables with character? You did a great job and I couldn't help but notice a smart trick of yours ... paper plates under the legs!!! Thank you for sharing your talent with us at The "Sunday Stop"!
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Bj
Oh, thanks, Bj. I really liked this little table when I saw it at a recent auction. And, yes, I couldn't paint without those lil styro plates. COME SEE ME AGAIN, SOON. 8-)
DeleteLove this little table. You did a great job on it. Hope you'll share it at Gettin' Krafty With It this week!
ReplyDeleteI will be there, Kathie. Thanks for the invite. 8-)
DeleteWow that came out gorgeous. I just love the color and what a great job. I have to find a project for some homemade chalk paint. Thanks ever so much for sharing it with us.
ReplyDeleteElaine..........thank YOU, for stopping by and commenting. Preciate cha.
DeleteWhat I think - pretty darn pretty! Love the color, but really like the aged down look. Your table really started with a lot of character but now it zooms of the chart. Lovely indeed! So glad you shared your creative inspiration with Sunday's Best!
ReplyDeleteCathy........thanks soooo very much. You made me SMILE with your sweet comments. COME BACK TO SEE ME. 8-)
DeleteThank you for sharing this at my Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. Hope to see your prettiness again on Monday. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
ReplyDeleteI'll be there. Thanks Kathryn. 8-)
DeleteWhat character that little table has! Love the color. You did another fantastic job! Thank you for linking this up to Rustic Restorations Weekend!
ReplyDeleteTammy.......THANKS SO MUCH FOR THE ENCOURAGEMENT. Hope to see you next week. 8-)
DeleteCandy, you did a fabulous job and I love the color!
ReplyDeleteTHANKS SHERRY!! 8-)
DeleteHi Candy!
ReplyDeleteOh...My goodness! I love your blog! I'm so glad you stopped by and commented on mine. It's so nice to meet you, my sweet new friend!
What amazings transformations you have achieved with your wonderful painting techniques. I am inspired!
I am a lover of Red and...your red end table...not to mention your turquoise piece are so charming!
I am supposed to be upstairs in my sewing room working on an apron order....but, I just couldn't help myself...I had to take a few minutes to pop in and enjoy your delightful blog!
Blessings!
Carolynn
Carolyn, THANK YOU SOOOO VERY MUCH for the sweet comment and encouragement. Ya made me SMILE, Lady. THANKS AGAIN and visit often. 8-)
DeleteLove this! I am featuring you tomorrow! Hope to see you at tomorrows linky!
ReplyDeleteKim@madeinday
Kim, Im honored. THANKS SO VERY MUCH. And, I'll see ya there tomorrow. 8-)
DeleteLove love love the turquoise chalk paint!!!
ReplyDeleteXOXO
April
April, As you can tell, it's my favorite right now. Everything I get, I want to paint turquoise. 8-)
DeleteHi, The color is absolutely beautiful.
ReplyDeleteSincerely,
Michele
Pearl 13.1
Thanks Michele.
DeleteCandy, apologies for a late comment, but I just want to let you know what a beautiful job you did! Such a nice side table, and I could not refresh ir any better.
ReplyDeleteTHANKS, Hetty.
DeleteStill of wow! beautiful. Forgot to tell you I'm following on your Facebook page. Got to keep in touch with you!
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