I love this little table, it’s adorable. Funny thing is I can’t quite decide what it should be – a beautiful sofa table or a gorgeous little vanity. I’ve recently started using Annie Sloan Chalk Paint on a few small projects and this is one of them. Maybe after seeing the transformation you could give me your opinion; sofa table or vanity?
{Before Table}
The main reason I can’t decide is because it opens with a mirror. If I used it as a sofa table, I would open it when I have people over and maybe have a candle going or a picture or 2. Either way, I knew how I wanted to paint it.
The first thing I did was prime the edges that were blue using Zinsser Fast Prime 2.
Generally speaking, you don’t need to prime when using Annie Sloan, however in my experience if I need to cover a darker color it really helps to prime first. I do this mainly when using Old White (my favorite) because I don’t want to waste my paint trying to cover something dark (it’s expensive). I didn’t need to prime the rest of it.
I used my other favorite ASCP color, French Linen for the majority of the table and Old White for the edges and the small details.
I love how the Old White pops on the French Linen, however it looks a little stark to me. Annie Sloan Wax to the rescue! Adding the wax, gives it a vintage look and softens it up. I LOVE THIS STUFF!
The difference it subtle but when you see the entire piece it makes a huge difference!
Here’s another example of how the dark wax looks:
For a step-by-step on how to use the wax, check out this post about a Sideboard done by my friend Jerra.
I added a piece to hold up the mirror, since the original piece was missing. I found it at the hardware store for $2.29 and after I made 6 extra holes trying to do it myself my nice hubby installed it .
{After Table}
What say ye? Sofa Table or Vanity?
Love you more than having options,
Sunday
*Special thanks to my friend and running buddy Deanne Harder!*
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Hi, I'm Sunday and yes, that's my name! I love DIY projects and the thrill of making something great-for cheap. I'm here to share tips for the DIY'er at heart from a wife, mom, and pastor. What do you do with your Sunday Afternoon?
This is so stunning! What a beautiful transformation. I am a sucker for gray and white and this is just gorgeous. Thank you for sharing!
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Thank you Taryn!! Have a blessed weekend! xo
ooooh… this is so cute. i have yet to use ascp, but i really really want to!!
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It is my first time here and I am in love with your furniture redos! The wax on this vanity is just gorgeous, it adds such depth and looks divine. You really did do a great job and it is feature worthy for sure! Looking forward to following your future makeovers. :)
Feel free to come by and visit anytime, we will have lots of furniture makeovers to talk about Im sure!
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Hi Bethany! Thank you so much for the sweet comments – so nice to “meet” you! I’m for sure going to stop by and visit and I’m really excited to read your post about comparison stealing your joy – it can be so true! HUGS!
You did a beautiful job! It is absolutely gorgeous. Thank you for sharing. Visiting from DIY Project Parade. Would love it if you would share this at my Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2012/10/make-it-pretty-monday-week-19.html Hope to see you at the bash! Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
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Thank you so much, I love your party – thanks for the reminder!! HUGS!
Sooo beautiful! You did an awesome job! The bonus info about dark wax if really appreciated. Thanks for sharing and inspiring@
Thank you Casandra! I love that dark wax.. seriously! I appreciate you stopping by :) HUGS!
Hi Sunday! Wanted to let you know that you will be one of our features tomorrow at Make it Pretty Monday at The Dedicated House. So, pop on in and grab a feature button for your blog. See you tomorrow. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
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