Monday, April 16, 2012

An Old Box meets Annie Sloan Chalk Paint

I enjoyed my little blog break and the fun family time we had while the kids were home, but reality sets in and now I have to get the kiddos back on schedule from having the last two weeks off! My two oldest were going to bed way to late and quickly got used to sleeping in. My youngest was even sleeping till around 9:30am! 
Now onto my latest little project....
 I've had this little box for ages, but it's been living in my storage room for sometime now. The other day I was getting some things together to bring to the consignment shop and this little box was in the pile to go. The light bulb in my head went off and I knew with a little paint I could make this little box look old and worn and so purdy!

 I am so glad I decided to keep her.
 I used AS Old Ochre on the whole box then added Coco to the outer edge on top and the little bit of trim on the bottom. Waxed, sanded, done!
 Love all the layers coming thru and the crackly looking finish it has now.
 Ha... my youngest found a new home for her Littlest Pet Shops! I love the power of paint! Thanks so much for stopping by and have a great week!
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58 comments:

  1. d e l i g h tApril 15, 2012 at 10:25 AM

    I love the way the box turned out and with the little bit of red showing through. So pretty!

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  2. ANNEApril 15, 2012 at 11:20 AM

    Nice job Martina! That's so funny, I just finished making over two very similar boxes. Great minds...

    Have a wonderful Sunday,
    xox

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  3. PamelaApril 15, 2012 at 11:27 AM

    Martina I love how it turned out as well! All the crackle its perfect!

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  4. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsApril 15, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    What a cute little box and perfect for a makeover, Martina! Love the new look!

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  5. DebbiedoosApril 15, 2012 at 12:08 PM

    That looks so pretty Martina. Great addition to the table too.

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  6. UnknownApril 15, 2012 at 1:40 PM

    Love the box,great post! Joann

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  7. Kristens CreationsApril 15, 2012 at 1:48 PM

    Hi Martina, I love the newly painted box! It looks perfect sitting in it's new spot.

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  8. Vintage GalApril 15, 2012 at 2:56 PM

    Love what you did with that little box. Just perfect and if your little one keeps those tiney pieces inside and off the floor ~ even better. They hurt when you step on them. I know ;-)

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  9. Linda April 15, 2012 at 3:15 PM

    Wow Martina, love the transformation.

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  10. Linda (Nina's Nest)April 15, 2012 at 3:55 PM

    Martina, I think they ought to rename that paint "Wonder Paint"! Honestly. What a difference it makes - love it! Linda

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  11. Korrie@RedHenHomeApril 15, 2012 at 4:22 PM

    Love that crackly finish!

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  12. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleApril 15, 2012 at 4:24 PM

    Martina, I love it and love how the crackling shows up. I want to try the Annie Sloan crackle soon.

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  13. AnneApril 15, 2012 at 4:48 PM

    Martina,
    Love how your sweet little box turned out.I sometimes have second thoughts on my donate piles too.Glad you had a fun break.
    Anne

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  14. Rosemary@villabarnesApril 15, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    Very nice, Martina. Great color choice. Glad you decided to keep it. I did something similar to a florentine piece.

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  15. Leslie's GardenApril 15, 2012 at 5:20 PM

    I love the "new" little box with the distressed paint. You did a great job of turning something pretty ordinary into something fabulous!

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  16. chateau chicApril 15, 2012 at 6:44 PM

    Hi Martina, Your box turned out so good. I like how the red peeks through the paint. I always have a soft spot for boxes.
    Mary Alice

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  17. KellyApril 15, 2012 at 6:51 PM

    What a pretty transformation on that box. That was a good idea to rescue it from the pile and remake it for yourself!

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  18. Blondie's JournalApril 15, 2012 at 7:01 PM

    This is so pretty, Martina! I looks like an antique. I love the crackle effect! Great job!

    XO,
    Jane

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  19. DawnApril 15, 2012 at 7:01 PM

    I agree the box is a keeper and you made it so old looking with your paint technique. The crackle finish really sets it off.

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  20. CindyApril 15, 2012 at 7:29 PM

    Your tiny box is simply delightful in it's new coat of ASC paint!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  21. Janet Metzger, ArtistApril 15, 2012 at 7:48 PM

    What a lovely transformation!!! This would make Annie herself smile I'm sure.
    Do you mind if I share on our private Annie Sloan Stockist Facebook page?

    Your friend
    Janet
    The Empty Nest

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  22. DeseraeApril 15, 2012 at 8:12 PM

    So pretty! Love the crackled paint :o)
    ~Des

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  23. DIYbyDesignApril 15, 2012 at 8:46 PM

    I love the box. Great use of AS paint. My kids go back to school tomorrow too. My daughter went to a sleepover party last night...apparently they didn't go to sleep until 6:30am and slept until 11am when I picked her up (she is only 11). She was a mess for the entire day and went to bed at 7:30!! Hopefully she will be back to normal tomorrow.

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  24. BabsApril 15, 2012 at 9:36 PM

    I love the way the box turned out. You did a wonderful job painting and distressing it. It's a keeper for sure now.
    Hugs,
    Babs

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  25. bjApril 15, 2012 at 10:39 PM

    I am IN LUV

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  26. Pam - @diy Design FanaticApril 15, 2012 at 10:42 PM

    Wow! The box looks amazing Martina! The new finish is perfect and looks great on your table!

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  27. Sharon Lee JohnsonApril 16, 2012 at 1:46 AM

    Lovely transformation. I'm glad you enjoyed your break. I think we all need one now and again to get re-energised! x Sharon

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  28. GailApril 16, 2012 at 6:16 AM

    Hi Martina, what an AMAZING transformation. I LOVE the crackled finish!!

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  29. wydevendesigns.comApril 16, 2012 at 6:53 AM

    A very sweet box, Martina! Coco is my next paint color purchase.

    Gerrie

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  30. Carolyn@Sweet Chaos HomeApril 16, 2012 at 7:50 AM

    Great idea, and the box looks perfect now! What did we do before chalk paint? :)

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  31. UnknownApril 16, 2012 at 9:50 AM

    Visiting from Between Naps on the Porch.

    Another fellow mom whose daughter loves to put her LPS in little containers,

    Laura
    cookiecrumbsandsawdust.blogspot.com

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  32. BlissApril 16, 2012 at 9:50 AM

    Oh yeah, that is a better, better after!

    ~Bliss~

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  33. The Charm of HomeApril 16, 2012 at 11:03 AM

    That turned out beautiful Martina! Love how it looks.
    Sherry

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  34. KarenaApril 16, 2012 at 11:07 AM

    Martina there is nothing I love more than to see ASCP projects. Your box turned out beautifully!! Love the colors!

    I have a $100 Gift Card Giveaway from Soft Surroundings if you would like to enter!!

    xoxo
    Karena
    Art by Karena

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  35. Nancy's Daily DishApril 16, 2012 at 12:07 PM

    This is adorable! You did a great job. I love that it still has that worn and weathered but well loved look. So cute!

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  36. xinexApril 16, 2012 at 1:00 PM

    It's really very pretty. I love it Martina!...Christine

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  37. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️April 16, 2012 at 1:54 PM

    Hi Martina,

    Wow! I love the transformation. It's such a wonderful looking box.

    Dee

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  38. Elizabeth and Gary April 16, 2012 at 3:35 PM

    Hi Martina,
    Thank you so much for visiting me, its a pleasure meeting you! I have enjoyed reading many of your posts today. Your little box turned out so great! I really love the red coming through. I think it was a brilliant idea! I have become your newest follower.
    Have a sweet day, Elizabeth

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  39. AtticmagApril 16, 2012 at 4:51 PM

    That's a charming box and really works perfectly where you've placed it. Sounds like you have a stash of AS to layer on two colors. It's very inspiring to me. Also, thanks for stopping by to see Celeste's kitchen. BNOP makes such good introductions. Jane

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  40. At The Picket FenceApril 16, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    I love it Martina! You captured to perfect patina and it shows off the details so wonderfully! :-)
    Vanessa

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  41. Anita at Cedar Hill April 16, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    Wow, Martina, it looked okay before, but now it looks so very expensive and like something that would look great in my house!!

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  42. Pam KesslerApril 16, 2012 at 9:28 PM

    That box is great. Love the cracklyness of the paint.

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  43. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsApril 16, 2012 at 10:19 PM

    Love your box redo! It looks so pretty now. Paint is powerful!

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  44. AnnApril 16, 2012 at 10:50 PM

    Love the way your box turned out. It has so much character.

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  45. Natasha in OzApril 16, 2012 at 11:01 PM

    The box is wonderful and I love the vignette on your table. Everything looks gorgeous!

    Best wishes,
    Natasha in Oz

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  46. Tisha ClappApril 17, 2012 at 7:12 AM

    Fun little transformation! Don't you just love paint?! Thanks for linking up.

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  47. Pat@Back Porch MusingsApril 17, 2012 at 8:56 AM

    Martina, this box is gorgeous. I love the crackle finish! Wonderful!

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  48. UnknownApril 17, 2012 at 12:35 PM

    I am in love

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  49. Jordan@the2seasonsApril 17, 2012 at 1:02 PM

    That is a good after. What a cute little box and this was a good way to give it an update.

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  50. AnonymousApril 17, 2012 at 1:41 PM

    Hi Martina! You're just so good! The little box turned out wonderfully.
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  51. Yvonne @ StoneGableApril 17, 2012 at 8:24 PM

    Martina, That box is very pretty! I also love that whole area... beautiful decorating!
    Yvonne

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  52. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasApril 18, 2012 at 3:26 PM

    I love this Martina....the red peeking through and the crackle is perfect!

    And I really REALLY want your sofa!
    Just sayin'

    Lou Cinda ")

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  53. the decorating chicaApril 18, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    You have been nominated for "The Versatile Blogger Award" from The Decorating Chica. This is a fun award that requires you to nominate 15 blogs that you feel are versatile. In addition, you get to list 7 fun facts about yourself. Learn more at http://decoratingchica.blogspot.com/2012/04/are-you-versatile-blogger.html

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  54. KimApril 19, 2012 at 9:58 AM

    So glad you decided to keep it Martina. It looks lovely now. Btw, my teenager slept until 3:30 during Spring Break! LOL!

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  55. HeatherApril 19, 2012 at 10:36 PM

    I have a little box that I've been trying to decide what to do with next. Yours turned out great!

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  56. Art and SandApril 20, 2012 at 12:12 AM

    I love your little box. I have got to find a ASCP dealer near me and get painting.

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  57. AnonymousApril 20, 2012 at 6:43 PM

    Oh goodness, that turned out so cute! I would love to invite you to link up at our Friday Block Party at Curb Alert! Such a pretty transformation, I have got to get my hands on some ASCP!
    http://tamicurbalert.blogspot.com/2012/04/friday-block-party-2.html
    Thanks, Tami @ Curb Alert!

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  58. TonyaJanuary 3, 2013 at 4:43 PM

    Great idea, and the box looks perfect now! What did we do before chalk paint? :)

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I love reading your comments! Thanks so much for stopping by, Martina