Saturday, February 16, 2013

Adding a pop of color

                Happy Valentine's Day friends!
 I can finally say I'm done!! 
With the furniture makeovers in Mackenzie's room that is, we still have to paint the walls, I'm hoping we can get started this weekend. Her ceiling needs to be painted also so I'll be needing the hubs help with that... because I don't do ceilings!
My MIL bought this chest for me when we first got married. It was whitewashed with stenciled flowers on it. A few years ago I repainted it white added some glaze and a new stencil to it.
Here's how it used to look...
And here's how it looks now... I figured with her walls being white her room was going to need a fun pop of color, so I used AS chalk paint in Antibes along with both the clear and dark wax.
Can you believe I gave this piece 2 coats and I only used a sample pot...this paint goes a long way!
I added a new stencil to the top, and sanded it down to make it look worn before I waxed it.


Mackenzie takes after her mama and loves green, she picked this color out and loves how it turned out!
Thanks so much for stopping by!
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41 comments:

  1. RonFebruary 14, 2013 at 7:57 AM

    I love green too. You always do a great job, Martina. Your daughter is one lucky girl. xo

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  2. DawnFebruary 14, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    My favorite AS paint color:) The chest looks perfect, I can't wait to see a whole room view:)

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  3. KellyFebruary 14, 2013 at 8:08 AM

    Wow! That paint does go a long way. Isn't it nice to take something and completely give it a new look? Paint is magical. Very nice.

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  4. DIYbyDesignFebruary 14, 2013 at 8:30 AM

    That is a beautiful green. Love a pop of color. Ceilings are tough...I don't blame you for waiting for some help. The last time I painted a ceiling by myself it took several showers to get all of the paint out of my hair!

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  5. Moni - Zuhaus at HomeFebruary 14, 2013 at 8:52 AM

    Love that pop of color...a fun shade of green! Looks so pretty!

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  6. AnonymousFebruary 14, 2013 at 9:25 AM

    Oh Martina! I love this sweet chest and the story behind it. I love the color you chose. What a room this is going to be! Happy Valentine's Day, sweet friend.
    Shelia ;)

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  7. DeseraeFebruary 14, 2013 at 9:32 AM

    Looks great! Love that shade of green too :o) Happy Valentine's Day!
    ~Des

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  8. NanaDianaFebruary 14, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    I love it- it really adds a bright pop of color- especially once the walls are painted it will really pop- xo Diana

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  9. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsFebruary 14, 2013 at 9:41 AM

    What a perfect pop of color!

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  10. Andrea at Opulent CottageFebruary 14, 2013 at 9:50 AM

    Such a fun color! I can't wait to see the room reveal!
    xo, Andrea

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  11. Linda February 14, 2013 at 10:43 AM

    Martina, I love the transformation!
    Love the pop of colour!!

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  12. AndreaFebruary 14, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    such a pretty, vibrant colour!!

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  13. Leslie HarrisFebruary 14, 2013 at 11:51 AM

    what a great color! I love it Martina. I can't wait to see the room.
    Leslie (Gwen Moss)

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  14. Sharon Lee JohnsonFebruary 14, 2013 at 1:17 PM

    What a lovely colour and I love that last photo of the sun streaming into her room with the snow in the background. x Sharon

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  15. DebbiedoosFebruary 14, 2013 at 1:28 PM

    Oh I just love it Martina! Happy color choice, one of my favs. P.S. blog is fine now:)

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  16. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingFebruary 14, 2013 at 4:21 PM

    Hi Martina,
    Great pop of colour!
    So pretty & fresh!
    I can't wait to see the walls painted, no pressure though ;0)
    You too work so well together!
    Happy Valentine's Day to you & yours!
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  17. At The Picket FenceFebruary 14, 2013 at 4:50 PM

    Fantastic color! Can't wait to see how the room turns out and good luck with the painting this weekend! :-)
    Vanessa

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  18. chateau chicFebruary 14, 2013 at 8:03 PM

    Pretty, pretty!! That's going to look beautiful against the white walls.
    Mary Alice

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  19. GinaFebruary 14, 2013 at 8:26 PM

    Great color choice! That will be the perfect pop of color against the white walls.

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  20. PamLuvsPinkFebruary 15, 2013 at 4:16 AM

    Hi Martina!!

    It looks great!!!

    I love that shade of green too. It sure pops out at you which is fantastic.

    Pam

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  21. Linda@Coastal CharmFebruary 15, 2013 at 11:41 AM

    Martina,
    What a pretty makeover..love how you sanded it down some.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  22. CindyFebruary 15, 2013 at 2:15 PM

    Mackenzie has great taste, that is a gorgeous green! The chest looks wonderful!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  23. CindyFebruary 15, 2013 at 2:15 PM

    Mackenzie has great taste, that is a gorgeous green! The chest looks wonderful!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  24. OliveFebruary 15, 2013 at 3:35 PM

    I love it in green with that stencil. You are so busy-can I nap for you?

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  25. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeFebruary 15, 2013 at 3:52 PM

    Looks beautiful, love the GREEN!

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  26. Nancy's Daily DishFebruary 15, 2013 at 4:19 PM

    What a fun and cheerful color!

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  27. PamelaFebruary 15, 2013 at 8:59 PM

    Now that is a true pop of color! Love it Martina!:)

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  28. Art and SandFebruary 15, 2013 at 11:32 PM

    ASCP Antibes is my favorite color. I have several pieces I painted in that color.

    Your chest turned out beautiful.

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  29. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2013 at 12:25 AM

    I love that shade of green! You did such a wonderful job on this. The stencil work is a beautiful touch too. Love it!
    melinda

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  30. AnneFebruary 16, 2013 at 11:13 AM

    What a fun pop of color!Can't wait to see her room reveal!
    xx
    Anne

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  32. UnknownFebruary 16, 2013 at 6:30 PM

    That is such a fun and bright colour, perfect on a smaller trunk like that for a pop of colour.

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  33. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleFebruary 16, 2013 at 7:57 PM

    Cute cute. Love the green and yes that paint goes forever.

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  34. EmzFebruary 17, 2013 at 1:02 AM

    I love green! Martina this looks amazing and pretty! Awesome work!

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  36. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementFebruary 17, 2013 at 11:03 AM

    It looks great in there Martina! I love the pop of color and love how it looks right under the window. Well done by both of you!

    Have a great day.
    Pam

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  37. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeFebruary 17, 2013 at 11:57 AM

    How bright and cheery is this. Love it. Hugs, Marty

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  38. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️February 17, 2013 at 11:59 AM

    It looks beautiful Martina. I love the added stencils. I adore green too :) It's such a happy color.

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  39. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsFebruary 18, 2013 at 2:04 PM

    I can see why she loves the chest and the color...it is beautiful...the Antibes Green is such a cheery color..love the view from her window!

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  40. Finding HomeFebruary 18, 2013 at 9:36 PM

    Such a pretty color! Well done! Take care, Laura

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  41. SueFebruary 19, 2013 at 11:33 AM

    What a happy, cheerful color! I like the "aged" stencil on top.
    What a nice addition to your daughter's room. :-)

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