Friday, January 6, 2012

My first paint project of 2012

 Maybe I should of titled this my first "Do Over" of 2012. I 've had this little table for years, it came from the Bombay store. I know you guy's have seen this before. It was a dark mahogany and I painted it Georgian Green by BM (that was before blogging). Now it's one of my favorite new AS colors French Linen.


 Here it is in the Georgian Green. I forgot you even get a glimpse of it in my header picture.

 After painting it the French Linen I waxed it in both the clear and dark wax. Then I added old white with an artist brush in all the grooves. I let that dry about 5mins. and with a damp paper towel I wiped some of it off. I love how this color looks next to my chair.







 Sorry for the picture overload, but when I get snappin sometimes it's hard to stop!! I have another small table in here that is going to get the same treatment. I'll be showing that to you soon.
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Chic On A Shoestring Decorating~Flaunt It Friday 
Shine Your Light~Before & After Party 
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61 comments:

  1. lvroftiquesJanuary 5, 2012 at 4:21 PM

    I love that table in gray! I also love your chair *winks* The georgian green was nice, but they gray is even better IMHO. Vanna

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  2. Sissie's Shabby CottageJanuary 5, 2012 at 4:23 PM

    Hi Martina,
    i love the pretty color of gray. The entire corner with the chair the pillow and the wall cabinet all look wonderful together. Great job.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  3. Honey at 2805January 5, 2012 at 4:38 PM

    The table is lovely and such a pretty color! The corner looks so inviting!

    Thank you for sharing at Potpourri Friday!

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  4. AnonymousJanuary 5, 2012 at 4:54 PM

    I'm loving that color, Martina and I love how you added the touches of white. Such a pretty table!

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  5. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJanuary 5, 2012 at 5:05 PM

    Martina, I love it. That is such a great color. I still want that chair. Just get tired of it. K?

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  6. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJanuary 5, 2012 at 5:11 PM

    I have a little table that looks just like that Martina! Hmmm, it may need to be painted {it's currently green} and I can't remember where I even got it from. I do have some other tables I got from Bombay. They used to have such great sales on their accent tables. It looks great in this color and I like the little touches of the white.

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  7. KellyJanuary 5, 2012 at 5:15 PM

    It looks perfect in that new color. I like that color better too.

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  8. Linda (Nina's Nest)January 5, 2012 at 5:37 PM

    Martina, the newly repainted table looks fabulous. Oh, and I love the corner cabinet hanging there....and the chair, too :) Linda

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  9. Sonny GJanuary 5, 2012 at 5:55 PM

    ohh wow.. thats so pretty.. I loved it in the green but like it also in the color..
    now about my bedside chest that needs your expert hand:) giggle.

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  10. AnnJanuary 5, 2012 at 6:11 PM

    It turned out beautifully and looks great next to your chair. I would love to have you share at Restyled Sundays going on now at
    http://stylishonceagain.blogspot.com/2012/01/2012-resolutions-and-restyled-sundays.html

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  11. chateau chicJanuary 5, 2012 at 6:28 PM

    Table looks lovely next to the beautiful chair.
    Mary Alice

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  12. Carolyn@Sweet Chaos HomeJanuary 5, 2012 at 6:30 PM

    Cute table! Love the new color :)

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  13. GinaJanuary 5, 2012 at 6:33 PM

    That is a wonderful color! The table looks great.

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  14. GailJanuary 5, 2012 at 6:34 PM

    You table re-do looks GREAT Martina! I love the new color.

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  15. Laura @ duke manor farmJanuary 5, 2012 at 7:04 PM

    Just love this sweet little table. You did a great job pairing it up with the chair. Happy New Year.

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  16. LindaJanuary 5, 2012 at 7:08 PM

    I love how that turned out...it's wonderful when we can paint something and it makes such a difference!

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  17. foreverdecoratingJanuary 5, 2012 at 7:26 PM

    Oh my how it compliments the chair with its new color and I love how you highlighted it with the white! Sweet!

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  18. HeatherJanuary 5, 2012 at 7:29 PM

    You've chosen my favorite color...gray! Your table looks great!

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  19. rachel@Acts of LifeJanuary 5, 2012 at 7:35 PM

    Your table looks great! I really like the color combo. I haven't tried the french linen yet, but it looks really nice!

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  20. DebbiedoosJanuary 5, 2012 at 7:40 PM

    Pretty, pretty Martina! I love the color.

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  21. Debra@CommonGroundJanuary 5, 2012 at 7:49 PM

    really pretty, love that gorgeous color!!

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  22. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingJanuary 5, 2012 at 7:59 PM

    Hi Martina,
    What a great makeover!!
    Love the new colour and how you highlighted all of the details.
    It looks so sharp!
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  23. DeseraeJanuary 5, 2012 at 8:04 PM

    Very pretty....love the color!
    ~Des

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  24. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementJanuary 5, 2012 at 8:28 PM

    Very well done Martina! I love the new color and love how it looks next to your beautiful chair and pillow.

    Have a great day.
    Pam

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  25. pam {simple details}January 5, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    Perfect little side table and now the perfect color!

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  26. BabsJanuary 5, 2012 at 9:25 PM

    Oooh, your little table looks wonderful with the AS paint. I have a little table that needs to be painted or refinished, but every time I mention painting it, my hubby has a fit. LOL He's not much into painted furniture, unless it's in really bad shape.
    Have a good weekend,
    Babs

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  27. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsJanuary 5, 2012 at 9:53 PM

    Love, Love, Love it! I have painted my French settee that I am recovering in French Linen with an Old White dry brush and love it too. It is a great color!

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  28. UnknownJanuary 5, 2012 at 10:07 PM

    Looks wonderful.. and I'm loving the color.. good job.

    Pattie

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  29. Linda@Coastal CharmJanuary 5, 2012 at 10:13 PM

    Oh she looks sooooo pretty next to that awesome chair!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  30. At The Picket FenceJanuary 5, 2012 at 10:28 PM

    It looks so lovely and the perfect companion to the chair Martina! :-) Thanks for sharing it at Inspiration Friday this week!
    Vanessa

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  31. Ticking and ToileJanuary 5, 2012 at 10:33 PM

    Hi Martina,
    Beautiful paint job!!! I seriously want to try her paint!!! Your newest follower!:)
    Xoxo,
    Shellagh

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  32. Shabby chic SandyJanuary 5, 2012 at 10:38 PM

    Thanks for following me--I am going to go follow you now also. Love your blog! Look forward to getting to know you. --Sandy

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  33. UnknownJanuary 5, 2012 at 11:37 PM

    I love it! And I really love your chair.

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  34. Sharon Lee JohnsonJanuary 5, 2012 at 11:54 PM

    The new colour matches your chair beautifully. We are hoping to come to the USA later this year. I wonder how my husband would feel about me bringing back a suitcase full of Annie Sloan?? x Sharon

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  35. ReviJanuary 6, 2012 at 12:16 AM

    Love, love, love it!
    -Revi

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  36. Lisa ~Suburban Retreat~January 6, 2012 at 5:39 AM

    You've created such a cozy, comfortable corner ... I'd like to snuggle up with a coffee and a good book! Beautiful!

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  37. LoriJanuary 6, 2012 at 6:45 AM

    Much better with the chair and the color on the wall. What a cutie.

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  38. Lisa @ Shine Your LightJanuary 6, 2012 at 8:46 AM

    Martina, I love the French Linen color and that little table is oh, so cute! Perfect for a book or a cup of coffee. Thanks for Sharing at Before & After.

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  39. An Oasis in the DesertJanuary 6, 2012 at 9:59 AM

    Love it, Martina! It looks so perfect with your chair!
    CAS

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  40. UnknownJanuary 6, 2012 at 10:14 AM

    Beautiful paint job. It looks great against the chair.

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  41. Barb January 6, 2012 at 10:34 AM

    Hi Martina, I love your sweet little table...you did a great job.

    I used to love Bombay...don't see them much anymore. I love the painted finish but also love the dark finish.

    Have a wonderful weekend,
    Barb

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  42. Myric January 6, 2012 at 10:35 AM

    Great job on the table. And I must say I love your chair and the pillow. Oh so French!

    Thanks for the follow. I am sending the love back . I am looking forward for more post from you :D I am so excited to be bloggy friends with you!

    xoxo
    Myric

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  43. Charlotte WilsonJanuary 6, 2012 at 10:56 AM

    I love the new color of your table! It is so French! thanks for the tips on how you did it!

    ♥charlotte

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  44. MariaelenaJanuary 6, 2012 at 11:23 AM

    LOVE it...have to get my hands on that color...also, hosting a giveaway...come on over and enter!!..xo, Mariaelena

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  45. KatieJanuary 6, 2012 at 12:39 PM

    I love it, I really wish my paint projects came out that nice! You should join me in Handmade 52! http://raisingoranges.blogspot.com/2012/01/handmade-52.html

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  46. bjJanuary 6, 2012 at 3:22 PM

    Love this adorable table...and the chair...and the pillow and the shelf. SO, THERE !!
    XOXO bj

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  47. Nancy's NotesJanuary 6, 2012 at 3:33 PM

    Martina, what a wonderful table! Love that color, anything French and anything Linen, put together is magic!

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  48. CindyJanuary 6, 2012 at 5:45 PM

    It looks beautiful, Martina! More "french" influence. Gorgeous!

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  49. Privet and HollyJanuary 6, 2012 at 6:45 PM

    Popping over from
    Shine Your Light's
    Before party. Thanks
    for the inspiration ~
    I see these Bombay-
    type pieces all the time
    and now I want to
    re-do my own!

    xx Suzanne

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  50. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereJanuary 6, 2012 at 8:12 PM

    Martina, The new paint color looks great with your chair. If you ever decide to sell the chair I get 1st dibs!
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  51. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRJanuary 7, 2012 at 12:52 AM

    Happy New Year, Martina! I am in love with that little table. I have the same one, possibly from Bombay, as well. I can't remember, I've had it so long...LOL! I have been wanting to try the chalk paint on something; and that little table would be the perfect piece! Thanks so much for the inspiration! I love it!

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  52. PamelaJanuary 7, 2012 at 1:01 AM

    It look amazing!!

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  53. Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingJanuary 7, 2012 at 7:10 AM

    Don't you just love ASCP? I really like how you painted Old White in the grooves. Haven't tried French Linen yet but it's beautiful. I'm getting ready to paint a desk today in ASCP. It might be my next blog post. Anywho, your table is adorable.

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  54. Becca BertottiJanuary 7, 2012 at 9:34 AM

    I LOVE your first "do over" of the year, Martina! This cute table was meant to be French Linen, for sure. I love the wax, too. It's perfectly paired with your chair. Have a great day!

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  55. BrandiJanuary 7, 2012 at 9:37 AM

    Great makeover, Martina! I love the new paint color!

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  56. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJanuary 7, 2012 at 9:58 AM

    Such a great little table. I loved it in the green, and now it is perfect with your chair. That chair is one I drool over every time I see your blog. Love it. Hugs, Marty

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  57. AnonymousJanuary 10, 2012 at 11:39 PM

    I love that little corner. The table and chair are absolutely stunning.

    I would love if you linked to: http://www.eyeheart.ca/2012/01/anything-goes-at-eye-heart-8.html

    I'm a new follower.

    Cinthya
    www.eyeheart.ca

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  58. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJanuary 11, 2012 at 9:39 PM

    It's just darling~ I love French Linen too- what a beautiful color!! Thanks for linking up at FNF! :)

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  59. Laurel @ Ducks in a RowJanuary 13, 2012 at 11:50 AM

    That is a beautiful color - what a way to start the year!

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  60. The Southern Product QueenJanuary 17, 2012 at 9:56 PM

    Love this post! I'm having a linky party, and would love it if you joined! Here is the link! http://www.thesouthernproductqueen.com/one-stop-shoppe-linky-party-3 Thanks for sharing!

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  61. Leslie {Goodbye, house. Hello, home!}February 12, 2012 at 11:34 PM

    Love this, Martina! I have a table very similar to this and it is an ugly oak color! Thank you so much for the inspiration to paint it!
    HUGS and blessings!
    ~me

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