Thursday, October 27, 2011

A Tables New Look .... and a Winner!

 Another victim of Annie Sloan chalk paint. When I saw the new colors that came out I knew I had to find a piece to try them on, and the coffee table in my family room was the proud participant! I ordered a can of the cream because I liked the soft yellow tone it had to it, but after it went on it was to light for me. So I ordered a sample of French Linen and Coco. I love both colors but Coco was the choice for this project. Let's take a look.

I like how a little of the cream came through after I sanded it down. I used both the clear and dark waxes.











                                                                    BEFORE


                                 and After....

                                   I LOVE it's new look!


 Now onto the winner of my napkin and matching tea towel Giveaway.
 #52 Cindy from Oakview Cottage CONGRATS Cindy!! e-mail me your info so I can get this out to you ASAP! Thank you to everyone who entered:)

                     Thanks so much for stopping by!
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 Linking to: http://nominimalisthere.blogspot.com/
http://www.perfectlyimperfectblog.com/
http://twenty-eight-0-five.blogspot.com/
http://missmustardseed.blogspot.com/
http://frenchcountrycottage.blogspot.com/
http://www.atthepicketfence.com/
http://thecharmofhome.blogspot.com/ 



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48 comments:

  1. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleOctober 26, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    I love that, Martina. I have a can of coco ordered.

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  2. Blondie's JournalOctober 26, 2011 at 2:27 PM

    Very pretty, Martina! The new color goes so well with your living room! You did a really good job on the table!

    XO,
    Jane

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  3. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementOctober 26, 2011 at 2:40 PM

    Great job Martina! It looks beautiful with the new paint. Your room is so pretty!

    Congratulations to Cindy!

    Have a great day.
    Pam

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  4. ShannonOctober 26, 2011 at 2:59 PM

    Looks beautiful. I saw the French Linen too and liked it as well.

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  5. GinaOctober 26, 2011 at 3:12 PM

    Yes, I prefer to the new look. You did a great job!

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  6. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeOctober 26, 2011 at 3:20 PM

    Oh I love the look of the coffee table. How fun. Your room is so pretty and the new color is wonderful. Hugs, Marty

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  7. GailOctober 26, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Looks great and so does your table top vignette Martina!

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  8. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsOctober 26, 2011 at 3:53 PM

    Nice color, Martina! It looks like it picks up the other gray I can see in the room, too.

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  9. DawnOctober 26, 2011 at 4:00 PM

    Very pretty, I think the color choice is perfect for the space:)

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  10. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasOctober 26, 2011 at 4:04 PM

    Oh yeah! This was the perfect color for this coffee table!! It looks perfect in the room! I love it better too!! \

    I notice your copy of French Country on the table..I LOVE that magazine!! LOVE IT!

    Lou Cinda :)

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  11. At The Picket FenceOctober 26, 2011 at 4:33 PM

    It looks just beautiful Martina! Congrats to the winner and thanks in advance for sharing this at Inspiration Friday this week! :-)
    Vanessa

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  12. KellyOctober 26, 2011 at 4:35 PM

    I just love how your table turned out! I like it better than it looked before. That's a great color for your room. My sister has French Linen and said I should use it on the mirror in my foyer. I think I might give it a try.

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  13. Linda@Coastal CharmOctober 26, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    The coco is so pretty and your table makeover looks outstanding! I so need to finish my tables in my cottage:) Congrats to the WINNER!!!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  14. Sonny GOctober 26, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    Looks great Martina~!

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  15. Tammy @ Type AOctober 26, 2011 at 5:35 PM

    love it, i've been thinking of buying the coco and french linen.

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  16. DebbiedoosOctober 26, 2011 at 5:41 PM

    Coco is a pretty new color and it looks gorgeous on your coffee table. I used the cream on our bedroom furniture, which works perfect in there, but yes it is lighter for sure. I think your fireplace is going to be your next victim LOL! I'm just sayin!

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  17. xinexOctober 26, 2011 at 5:43 PM

    I like it, Martina. Looks really good!..Christine

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  18. AnonymousOctober 26, 2011 at 6:04 PM

    Me gusta mucho el cambio, se ve muy bien. Saludos desde C.R.

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  19. Pat@Back Porch MusingsOctober 26, 2011 at 6:30 PM

    Fabulous new look for your coffee table, Martina!

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  20. Rosemary@villabarnesOctober 26, 2011 at 7:05 PM

    Nice job Martina. I think the color works perfectly with your decor.

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  21. KathyOctober 26, 2011 at 8:05 PM

    This is perfect Martina, gotta say I think our rugs are the same, I just love your living room!

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  22. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereOctober 26, 2011 at 8:16 PM

    Martina, The new color is wonderful! I love how it transformed the table. Thanks for linking to the Open House Party.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  23. AnonymousOctober 26, 2011 at 8:27 PM

    I love it, Martina! You did great! Your living room is so pretty.
    Congrats to Cindy, she's a sweetie too.
    Shelia ;)

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  24. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLROctober 26, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Martina, your table turned out wonderfully! Love the color!! It looks as if it has been in the room like that all along! What a great redo!!

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  25. UnknownOctober 26, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    Your mantel looks pretty too! I love this room a lot...I wanna sit in that plaid chair. It looks comfy.

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  26. Honey at 2805October 26, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    The color and the table are so pretty! You living room is beautiful!

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  27. Yvonne @ StoneGableOctober 26, 2011 at 10:40 PM

    Masterful job Martina! What a great color. I also love that gorgeous plaid chair you have!
    Yvonne

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  28. Anita at Cedar Hill October 26, 2011 at 11:27 PM

    Wow, love the new color. It really did transform that coffee table. Makes me want to paint some more.

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  29. Anita at Cedar Hill October 26, 2011 at 11:28 PM

    Do you have a new header??? It's beautiful.

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  30. Linda (Nina's Nest)October 27, 2011 at 6:08 AM

    Martina, that looks like the perfect choice of color. You did a beautiful job on finishing the table - looks so good! Ties in with the rest of the decor. Linda

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  31. Becca BertottiOctober 27, 2011 at 6:16 AM

    Great job, Martina! I love that you went with Coco ... it gives your already gorgeous space a new look! Wonderful job distressing it, too! I'm tellin' ya' ... the chalk paint is addictive! And, do I spy a Country French magazine in your basket? That's one of my faves ... xoxo

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  32. LoriOctober 27, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    I just used CoCo on my first AS project. I just have to get a little bit braver with my sanding. I never take enough off it seems. I have two more tables to paint in the den. They are a red wood stain, should be interesting to see how they sand off under the CoCo.

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  33. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsOctober 27, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    It looks wonderful! I will have to check Coco out...

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  34. UnknownOctober 27, 2011 at 8:50 AM

    Love the new look of the table. And congrats to Cindy

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  35. Sunflowers With SmilesOctober 27, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    Love your table, looks great! I hear so many good things about the AS paint. Will have to try it out once I get settled in my new home.

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  36. CindyOctober 27, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    Your table looks brand new! I love it's new look.
    Thank you so much, Martina, I look forward to using those lovely napkins and teatowel! They are so sweet and so are you!
    Hugs, Cindy

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  37. Sunny Simple LifeOctober 27, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    Okay I am loving your transformation. I have to get me some of that paint. The color is great and love the touch of the little birdie. Beautiful home and blog. I am loving looking through your posts.

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  38. Leo October 27, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    What a gorgeous room. So beautifully decorated.

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  39. Honey at 2805October 27, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    I'm stopping back by to say I apprediate your participating in Potpourri Friday. Many thanks!

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  40. KathyOctober 27, 2011 at 8:42 PM

    Hi Martina,
    Thanks for dropping by and the invite to visit. I love your blog esp. your new header. That is my next project.

    I am your newest follower, wow 401 you have been busy. This blog stuff is so much fun but gee is it ever time consuming. I spend more time in blogland then I do at work. I see you have mastered chaulk paint. Great job, I love the color. Yes it looks great in your room. I am serviously lovin your big check chair.
    Thanks for visiting and I will be back. Kathy

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  41. The Tuscan HomeOctober 28, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    Love the new look and what a lovely room. Great job! xo ~Liz

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  42. UnknownOctober 28, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    That is a very pretty colour, Martina. Thanks for stopping by and for your kind comment on my Halloween shelves in the kitchen. Your new blog header is very pretty too.

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  43. Carrie @ Dittle DattleOctober 28, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Amazing what a little AS chalk paint can do!!! I think I need to go an check out the new colors!!

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  44. Alicia@ eco friendly homemakingOctober 28, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    Your room is just gorgeous. You did such a wonderful job decorating it!!

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  45. ArtieOctober 29, 2011 at 4:53 AM

    It turned out beautifully Martina! I have to get myself some of that paint! I think I'm the only person not using it!
    xo,
    A

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  46. A Vintage VineOctober 29, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    I love that Coco color...great choice...It really warms up the room! Thanks for stopping by my house tour @ Coastal Charm! I appreciate your sweet comment!

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  47. Robyn StoryOctober 30, 2011 at 6:44 PM

    Martina, Your table is gorgeous. I LOVE the new colors and am so happy to see what people are doing with it. I look forward to seeing all your projects! You have to try the French Linen, both colors together are beautiful and sooooo French!!

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  48. The Charm of HomeNovember 1, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    Martina,
    That turned out wonderful! Great color! I just got my first can and I ordered French Linen. Thank you for joining Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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