I thought these chairs had such a cute shape, but they really needed a little paint pick-me up.
When I started blogging all I did was paint furniture. I love painting furniture. The last year with working I haven't had as much time, but I have really missed it. So, I've decided to try to get a few pieces a month into my little booth.
I did one with dark grey and light blue, and then I reversed the other chair and painted that one light blue with dark grey.
I actually use brown paint to age them; a technique I am going to to be talking about and showing you how to do in the Creatively Made Home e-course. It's a super easy way to age furniture and easy to do.
I've been painting furniture for almost 14 years now and I actually prefer to not use paste wax, especially brown paste wax for many reasons. I know it's hot right now; but I just think there are more disadvantages to advantages. I know you chalk paint lovers will hate me for that, but it's just a personal preference. :)
I finish most of my pieces with a polyacrylic in matte or satin.
It's a super-durable finish and holds up well with kids.
That, and a bit of sanding and acrylic paint just give it that extra bit of patina to take these old chairs from just old to worn and lovely.
Jen
adorable! love the paint- totally highlights those pretty details!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, Jen! I love the center design, too. I have a chair with legs just like that. I love how they stand out more painted.
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ReplyDeleteI would say those are beautiful chairs now!!! The paint color is pretty and looks great with your aging technique!
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Anne
I love these Jen! Love that you kept a center design instead of painting it out. I had to laugh at your chalk paint lovers comment. I've tried it and just don't see what the big deal is but maybe I need to try a different color than white?
ReplyDeleteLove these! I can't wait to learn from you in the videos. Let's talk today or tomorrow. Love you!
ReplyDeleteLOVE!!!!!
ReplyDeleteLOVE!!!
ReplyDeleteLove these chairs!! :) Hope you have a great week! xo Holly
ReplyDeletei don't use wax very often either. i actually have been using a soap mixture like the europeans do.
ReplyDeletesmiles to you and hope you'll visit soon.
michele
Jennifer, Do you have detail on this online course? Specific days and time? Are they weekly classes? I'd love to enter but I'm not sure if that works with my current work schedule. Can you provide more info? Please? :)
ReplyDeleteHi Cheryl, if you go up to my right sidebar you'll see the link/badge where you can get more info and register. It is an on-line course at your own pace and runs for 5 weeks starting in October; but the site will remain open through Feb.let me know if you have nay other questions! Jen
DeleteThese chairs came out great. I love how the details are hightlighted by your aging technique. Very sweet.
ReplyDeletewow, they look amazing!
ReplyDeleteQuite a Cinderella moment for these chairs Jen...love them!
ReplyDeleteI love those chairs!!!!! Gorgeous, really a beautiful job! Now I'm going to ask you Jen (since I can't wait for class- wink)---- can you use this brown paint aging technique on chalk paint? Or do the two just not mix??????
ReplyDeleteJen - Love your finished chairs. Unique details. I paint furniture also and I agree that I'd rather use a polyacrylic finish than wax. Personal preference I guess. To me, it just holds up better. Good job!
ReplyDeleteJudy
Most of refinisher’s use this polyacrylic. It is much runnier than paint, and can drip all over the place.
ReplyDeleteLove these chairs, Jen. They look like beautiful cottage antiques. Great look.
ReplyDeleteGreat chairs and I like how you reversed the colors around..
ReplyDeleteDid you use matte or satin poly on these?
ReplyDeleteAlso, my email is jennifergrib@gmail(dot)com. Thanks!!
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