Sunday, January 29, 2012

Old Piano Bench Repurpose

Ann Sloan Chalk Paint - Old Piano Bench



I have alway loved all aspects of painting and I knew this would be a good first project for my new blog.   My friend Cindy Lou found me an old piano bench at an estate sale a few years back.  It has been in our game room.... then my Art Studio and then sadly...banished to the Attic...:(

  I'm not in the habit of taking before and after pictures...but here is the "almost" before picture....notice the paint running down the leg...:)


This is the upholstery fabric I lucked up on my trip to the Habitat Restore on Friday...for $1.00...:)


I have seen so many beautiful projects while reading blogs... I was inspired and went ahead and made my first purchase of Ann Sloan Chalk Paint from...


 I was trying to cut corners and decided to skip buying the clear wax and the special brush to apply the wax.   I did go ahead and get the Dark Wax and I am so glad I did.   It added such a rich look to the finished project.


I had to use two layers of paint, French Linen.  After it dried I went over the bench with a clear paste wax and then lightly distress the edges.  The last step was to apply a coat of the Dark Wax. 

This was a fun first project for my Rain and Roses blog... It turned out awesome.  I would put this in the "Roses" category... it makes me smile... and is a special addition to our home.  :)

Susan



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12 comments:

  1. What a beautiful repurpose! I love the fabric you chose. Great upgrade! Thank you so much for linking up to the challenge!
    Karah

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    1. I love the linky parties and thanks for the positive feedback ...Please follow on my new blog...I would appreciate it very much...:)

      http://susan-rainandroses.blogspot.com

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  2. Great transformation! Congratulations! Thanks for linking up to our party!

    blessings,
    karianne

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    1. Thanks for the positive feedback and thanks for hosting the party. They really inspires me create...I would appreciate it if you would follow my blog, also.

      http://susan-rainandroses.blogspot.com

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    2. I can't figure out how to comment, so I'm tacking on here ...

      The bench looks wonderful. Loving that $1 fabric!

      Thanks for linking up to our Impossibilities challenge!

      Linda
      itallstartedwithpaint@gmail.com

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  3. I wanna play, but I'm a blog illiterate. You need to teach me, Susan!

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    1. Come see me...I'll get you started...It is so much fun...:)

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  4. Wow - I've never used ASCP but this has inspired me to try it! Great estate sale find and fabric choice - the transformation rocks! So glad you joined our challenge! Following.
    Kelly

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    1. Thanks soooo much.... I am so excited and inspired by all the creative links...I have such high hope for 2012...:)

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  5. Love the finish on your bench and the fabric you chose is so pretty...it's a score! I love chalk paint and the effect it creates is wonderful! Thanks for sharing and visiting me. Have a great weekend!hugs~Poppy


    http://withadashofcolor.blogspot.com/

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  6. Hi Susan,thanks for following me through Google Friend Connect. I'm following you back! I would love you to come back and follow me through the Linky Follower (top right on my side bar) as google is trying to eliminate Google Friend Connect next month! Through the new linky follower we can still stay connected. You can read all about it here:http://www.atthepicketfence.com/2012/02/big-news-for-google-friend-connect.html

    Have a wonderful evening!~Poppy

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  7. Great job!! Thanks so much for linking up!! I'm your newest follower!! Have you seen my Lisa Leonard giveaway yet?


    XO, Aimee

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