Have you ever tried your own chalk paint recipe? I’ll admit that I’m a fan of store bought chalk paint, but I also wanted to give creating my own a try. My daughter and I recently found this cute little mid century modern side table, but it needed some work to be given a new lease on life.
We found our chalk paint recipe from this recipe at In My Own Style. She’s done a comparison of two types of DIY chalk paint recipes compared to Annie Sloan. Be sure to go check it out, it’s very thorough.
I found this table at a local thrift store, and fell in love with the clean modern lines. I’d say that mid century is some of my most favorite furniture styles.
Unfortunately, this little beauty had some damage on the top of the table.
A bit of sanding and some wood filler, and then a bit more sanding did the trick, and the top was as good as new, except for the color.
I could’ve also used a heat gun to remove the damaged veneer, and that actually would’ve probably been easier. In the long run, this method worked too, but I don’t think I’d repair it this way again if I didn’t have to.
Chalk paint doesn’t need primer, but I gave it a coat anyway to make the surface a uniform color before beginning the “real” paint job.
Once that was set, it was time for the chalk paint. I made my own using the plaster of paris recipe.
One tip, it’s helpful when painting table legs to remove them, and stick them into a styrofoam block to support them while painting.
It actually took two coats of the paint for a full coverage.
And, just because always like to add just a little touch of something special, I free handed a bird silhouette in black.
After finishing this table, I would definitely use DIY chalk paint again, although I am ready to give the Annie Sloan paint a try as well. Hopefully that will be for another project.
SO cute!!!
I did one almost identical – using turquoise paint – but I'm just loving the black and white – beautiful transformation!
Hugs,
Suzan
I'm impressed you did the bird freehand. Nice Job!
It turned out so cute1 I love it!
You really worked hard on that….
hugs x
Crystelle
Saw your project at 52 Mantels – I love it! What a great job and I'm pinning this. Thanks so much for sharing this! ~Cindy
This is great. I saw chalk paint for the first time ever on Suzan's blog, and now I'm seeing it here, and I like it in both instances!
I'm really starting to love the idea of using chalk paint and this table i must admit, is one beautiful table! Great job!
Oh WOW, this looks great! 🙂 Michelle
So cute! I have yet to try out chalk paint, but I'm going to give it a try soon! Looks fabulous here Molly!:)
Looove it! That bird is too sweet! Nice redo!
Great transformation – I love the bird accent!
Those are some great pieces! Mid-century modern has become a truly iconic style with timeless appeal. It will mix so well with the Adesso Venus modern spiral home table that I purchased yesterday.
love it- especially the bird!
I love this table, and the bird on top is so fun!! Thank you for linking up!!
brooke
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Great work, congrats:)