Monday, April 27, 2009

Painted Wood Is Pretty!

And I don't care what anyone else says! (Ok, that's not true. When something is "too nice" to be painted, I sheepishly slump away from the task. I'm afraid that others might think I'm a freak for ruining the wooden furniture... and The Masked Husband is at the top that list!) But I personally prefer for EVERYTHING wooden to be painted in the furniture category!

That's why this chair is so great. I found it on the curb, plus it was in terrible shape. No need to worry about "ruining" it ;-) Also, this chair was worn out enough that it didn't need to be sanded. Score!


First I painted it white, and then I just "hit it" with some blue. If you're looking to use this technique, be sure not to do too "perfect" of a job... but feel free to use a little masking tape if you want so you can be free with your brush strokes!


Next, I wanted something pretty on the seat. So I got my inspiration from this piece of fabric. Isn't is beautiful?! (Ok, I know I'm a more colorful person than most... but I love it!)


So I just painted it on one color at a time!


Voila! From a beat up curb find to a style that's all mine!


This is an oldie, but a goodie. So I'm linking today for:

Shanty 2 Chic


14 comments:

  1. What a great chair! Thanks for stopping by and visiting my blog :)

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  2. It is just lovely! I'm so glad you joined our party!! It's so nice meeting new blog friends!

    Hugs and blessings,
    Miss Edie

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  3. Isn't it funny how the blogs that we keep returning too we find similar characteristics that we find in ourselves. I guess it's because we can truly relate. Now, I'm not as artistic as you, but I have an old chair in my basement that I've been wanting to something with and a small rocking horse and my husband just shakes his head. I absolutely love your new treasure!

    Jen

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  4. I am a painted wood kinda girl too! Your chair turned out fabulous!

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  5. Way to go! You turned this chair into something really unique and colorful. I can't believe you painted that flower! So NOT my talent! Fun project to share!!

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  6. YAY for color! I'm a huge fan of "if you don't like it, paint it," regardless of the finish. And this looks great! I'll be linking.

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  7. this is beautiful!
    You did a great job on the roses.
    I love it!:)
    Chrissie

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  8. WOW, this is beautiful!! Great job!!!

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  9. I love what you did with that chair - way to make something totally your own. Wonderful paint job on those flowers !

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  10. absolutely beautiful! You make painting roses seem so easy!

    Congrats on the feature at One Pretty Thing as well!

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  11. I have a thing for "orphaned" chairs. You did such a great job painting the flowers. Impressive!

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  12. Really pretty, and I love your color choices!

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  13. There is nothing like a fresh coat of paint! I especially love painted chairs. This is beautiful.

    Jennie @ Cinnaberry Suite

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  14. Super Mommy, you are super talented!

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Thanks for sharing with your friendly neighborhood Masked Mommy!