Friday, May 22, 2015

A chair's before & after

 Hi there friends...TGIF!
My mom picked this cute chair up at an estate sale. 
She loved the rush seat and size...the only thing she didn't like was the color. 
An easy fix!
 She wanted it painted black...so I pulled out my container of Americana chalk paint in "Carbon" and painted it for her...
What a difference!
Here's how it looked before...
 Now this fits her style so much better!!

 I even pulled out one of my small stencils and added a little design...
I used antique gold rub & buff. 
Then I lightly sanded over it to give it a worn look.
I distressed all along the edges also. 
Then I added a coat of clear wax and called it finished!
 Mom loves the way it came out :-)
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One more before & after...
Big difference...right!!
 Thanks so much for stopping by!
Have a great Memorial Day weekend!

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46 comments:

  1. RonMay 22, 2015 at 8:15 AM

    Much better! A perfect transformation, Martina! TGIF!!!!! xo

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  2. Linda May 22, 2015 at 8:31 AM

    What a great transformation!
    Have a fantastic weekend!

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  3. Pat@BPMMay 22, 2015 at 8:41 AM

    Beautiful makeover, Martina!

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  4. DeseraeMay 22, 2015 at 8:47 AM

    What a great transformation....it's amazing what a little paint can do!!! Have a great weekend!!!
    ~Des

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  5. ANNEMay 22, 2015 at 8:48 AM

    Beautiful transformation! Totally looks antique and wonderful now!

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  6. LaurieMay 22, 2015 at 9:06 AM

    So cute!

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  7. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeMay 22, 2015 at 9:48 AM

    I love it, what a difference and using that stencil was the cherry on top.

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  8. KellyMay 22, 2015 at 9:59 AM

    It looks like a brand new chair now. I love the look of the black with the gold stencil design. It reminds me of those antique chairs that I see while out shopping sometimes.

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  9. DD's CottageMay 22, 2015 at 10:08 AM

    I wouldn't have recognized it-you did a great job on making it look gorgeous instead of bland!

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  10. designchicMay 22, 2015 at 10:15 AM

    What an amazing transformation - love the gold stencil! Happy weekend !

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  11. Laurel StephensMay 22, 2015 at 10:19 AM

    Wow! What a difference! Your mom's chair looks like a beautiful antique. I love the stencil. I bet she likes her chair even more because it's her daughter's creation; one to treasure.

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  12. At The Picket FenceMay 22, 2015 at 10:41 AM

    That looks fantastic Martina!! Well done!

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  13. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsMay 22, 2015 at 10:49 AM

    Oh it turned out so beautiful Martina...I know your mom must be over the moon happy with it!...Have a great holiday weekend!

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  14. Pinky at Designs by PinkyMay 22, 2015 at 12:06 PM

    I would have been THRILLED with this make over, it looks beautiful! Love the stencil, perfect finishing touch. Have a great weekend!!!!

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  15. 20 North OraMay 22, 2015 at 2:01 PM

    What a precious chair and so enhanced by your work.

    Judy

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  16. Mary@mydogsmygardenandmaryMay 22, 2015 at 6:56 PM

    What a wonderful job you did to your mothers chair. It looks stunning and so much better painted black.
    Great job!.
    Mary

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  17. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeMay 22, 2015 at 7:11 PM

    Such an improvement, love it Martina!
    Blessings,
    Cindy

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  18. sheila@mykentuckylivingMay 22, 2015 at 7:31 PM

    Love the new version! Sheila

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  19. NanaDianaMay 22, 2015 at 8:03 PM

    You know what that did, Martina, is it took it from blah- to a very "rich" looking chair. I love it and the little details really look great. xo Diana

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  20. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMay 22, 2015 at 9:39 PM

    What a great makeover, Martina! Truly a perfect before and after showing the power of paint. The color really makes a huge difference and I love the stencil you added in.

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  21. Brenda PruittMay 22, 2015 at 9:43 PM

    Very cute! The stenciling just makes it so special. Great idea!
    Brenda

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  22. Joy JunktionMay 22, 2015 at 11:58 PM

    That's a great redo Martina! Amazing what a little paint and time can do for a piece! Have a great Holiday weekend! Blessings, Cindy

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  23. AnonymousMay 23, 2015 at 8:51 AM

    Hi Martina! Oh, the chair is gorgeous! Look what a great job you did. I love the touch of the stencil too. You're so good at this. Have a great Memorial weekend.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  24. Beth @ Mary Beth's PlaceMay 23, 2015 at 9:00 AM

    Gorgeous job, Martina! It looks like a "Hitchcock" chair now! Have a wonderful weekend. xoxo

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  25. ScribblerMay 23, 2015 at 9:09 AM

    What a great little piece now that you have worked your magic! How many times have we all walked right by little chairs like that -- at least I have because I go to estate sales all the time.

    Now it has the look of a Hitchcock chair if not the exact details.

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  26. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageMay 23, 2015 at 10:57 AM

    So pretty! I just love the stencil!

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  27. UnknownMay 23, 2015 at 1:28 PM

    I love it Martina, what a beautiful transformation!

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  28. Blondie's JournalMay 23, 2015 at 7:29 PM

    Beautiful---very French country! What sort of wax did you use...as in the brand?

    Jane x

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  29. JoAnneMay 24, 2015 at 6:32 AM

    You would never know it was the same chair - beautiful job, Martina! I noticed the other day that Walmart carries small containers of chalk paint by Waverly now. I like when you can buy the smaller containers - so great for small projects.

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  30. chateau chicMay 24, 2015 at 3:24 PM

    What a huge difference your painting made, Martina!
    The chair went from ho-hum to Wow!!
    Mary Alice

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  31. MelissaMay 24, 2015 at 7:09 PM

    Martina, I love the way this chair turned out! Painting it with the black chalk paint made all the difference and adding the gold stencil detail was the perfect touch.

    Melissa

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  32. Celestina MarieMay 24, 2015 at 7:10 PM

    Hi Martina, Oh what a great transformation on this chair. Love it and the added touch with the stencil is perfect.
    Wishing you a Happy Memorial Day!
    xo

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  33. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMay 24, 2015 at 8:46 PM

    Great makeover, Martina!

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  34. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRMay 25, 2015 at 10:24 AM

    Great transformation, Martina! You did a great job! Hope you're having a blessed Memorial Day!

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  35. UnknownMay 26, 2015 at 7:28 AM

    Looks fantastic! The detailing with the stencils turned out really well. Love it.

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  36. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow May 26, 2015 at 3:32 PM

    Wonderful work. It reminds me of Hitchcock furniture. xoxo Su

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  37. The French HutchMay 26, 2015 at 7:28 PM

    What a difference in the sweet chair. You did a great job Martina, I love it!

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  38. Barb May 26, 2015 at 9:00 PM

    Wow, it looks great, Martina.

    Barb

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  39. SarahMay 26, 2015 at 9:13 PM

    Definitely an improvement. You worked your magic!
    Thanks for the visit and thoughtful comment on my post about the recent floods in TX.

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  40. Yvonne @ StoneGableMay 26, 2015 at 10:29 PM

    Yes, what a difference! LOVE the little stencil. Beautifully done!

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  41. xinexMay 27, 2015 at 12:46 AM

    So much bettet, Martina! You are so good....Christine

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  42. xinexMay 27, 2015 at 12:47 AM

    Oooops, I meant "better"

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  43. Maria ElenaMay 27, 2015 at 8:32 AM

    Love the chair makeover. What a great find! xxx Maria

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  44. RueMay 27, 2015 at 3:52 PM

    I'm laughing at myself, because at first I thought you painted over the black and was having a heart attack thinking you painted a beautiful antique chair. Then I realized that you painted it black. That says a lot if you fooled me into thinking it was already painted that way. It looks beautiful :)

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  45. Woodside ParkMay 30, 2015 at 11:32 AM

    Beautiful transformation! Love the stenciled detail.

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  46. Poppy @ With a Dash of ColorJune 1, 2015 at 7:33 PM

    Oh my, what a beautiful difference! And I love the rush seat:) Happy week! Hugs, Poppy

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