We have a hall tree that we are bringing with us when we move, but I’ve been wanting to paint it for awhile and this seemed like the perfect time. I figure the more pieces I can paint now and put right into place when we move, the better off I’ll be. Eager to try another Annie Sloan chalk paint color, I ordered two sample paint pots of Old Ochre.
I tried to remove the hooks, but they weren’t budging, so I tried to be as careful as possible around them. I put some newspaper under the fret work area so I could paint it without worrying about messing up the mirror. It is not removable so it was my only option. Here it is after one coat {dark pictures ahead, it was 9:00 at night}.
Not bad, but knowing how the Old White looks after one coat, I’m hoping the second coat will do the job. Here she is ~ ready for her close-up!
I have to say that right now the Old Ochre is my new favorite color! I think it was the right choice to go with for this hall tree and works really well with the marble table top. What do you think?
If you’ve been wanting to try the Annie Sloan chalk paint a sample pot is a good way to go. Mine was only $6.99 per sample pot and it took almost two to do the whole hall tree with two coats and a little bit of touch-up in some areas.
After I applied the Annie Sloan clear wax {no dark wax on this piece}, I just had to play around with some of the things I still have out that aren’t packed up yet.
I’m probably going to get more of this color to do the small table/desk I have that will be going in my craft/sewing room.
Linking up with
Metamorphosis Monday at Between Naps On The Porch
Table Top Tuesday at A Stroll Thru Life
Wow Us Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style
Open House Party at No Minimalist Here
Inspiration Friday At The Picket Fence
44 comments:
Kathy this turned out absolutely beautifully. Great job and I agree the Old Ochre shade is very nice!
xoxo
Karena
Art by Karena
Oh, Kathy, this looks great! I thought it was so pretty unpainted, but the paint makes it look so fresh. Nice job--your new condo will feel extra new.
Beautiful makeover! It looks gorgeous. Thanks for sharing. Hope to see you on my blog:)
What a great makeover Kathy!! It looks beautiful and I really love that last vignette! Martina
I love that. It looks so good. Old Ochre is the first color I used and it lasted forever. My bookcases in the great room are in Old Ochre.
Beautiful makeover Kathy!
That's amazing and you did such a great job on the makeover. I love the new and updated.
LOVE THIS COLOR, MAY I ASK YOU WHERE YOU ORDER YOUR SAMPLES FROM. THE HALL TREE TURNED OUT BEAUTIFUL !
Kathy,
I have not used old ochre yet, but it looks like I need to give it a try. Your piece looks outstanding!!!
Blessings,
Linda
Hi Kathy, what a wonderful transformation! It's absolutely gorgeous!!!
hugs~~~ Daphne
Oh, that is so beautiful. Love it.
Bente
O'Kathy, I love it! It's a gorgeous make-over and your different little vignettes you created are all beautiful. I know you must be getting excited about your move.
Enjoy your day,
Gail
Great job, Kathy! It looks beautiful in its new shade of Old Ochre! Thanks for sharing!
Kathy,
that new color makes that piece.. I can see all the details and it looks fabulous.
What a transformation Kathy! Love the color!
Very lovely!!!!
Incredible transformation, although I liked it just as much the way it was before, too. Its a beautiful piece, no matter what color!
You're tempting me to try this color on my ancient cedar chest. Its too heavy to move it outside so I'd have to paint it in the bedroom, on the carpet! I'm going to need LOTS of drop cloths.
Thanks for the inspiration!!!
Hugs,
Rett
Came back for another look. Love this!!
Very nice Kathy. I like your vignette too.
Fabulous transformation, so fresh. I'm hoping to get a few sample colors this weekend.
What a transformation! Love it! I'm sure it will look wonderful in your new home. I just realized I never wrote you back in our last e-mail. Goodness, I must have gotten sidetracked!
Thanks for your nice comments on the mantle. I'm was aprehensive about posting the painting...still not sure about it. I think I could use more classes! Have a great day! Kristen
Love the Old Ochre color you chose!
xo Cathy
That turned out just outstandingly!
I love the soft color!
Cindy
Pretty!
I love the new color! I also thought it was a beautiful piece unpainted, but it's stunning with it's new look! What a great eye you have.
Oh my do I love that new paint color! Makes such a dramatic difference. Just beautiful. Thanks also for the couch cushion tip in your earlier post!
I love the color, and I actually just love the entire piece. I would love something like that in my foyer.
Wow. It looks fabulous!
Beautiful color and finish! Love the way it looks...Christine
Kathy, I love this! This is quite a transformation! I am amazed you have time to paint during your packing! The details really show up now!!!
I love it. What a fabulous piece and the lighter color is perfect. Love the vignette also. Thanks for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty
I love the difference! It really does make the marble POP. It's Beautiful!!!
I did not know you can get samples of the chalk paint.
Dee
Thanks for telling us that you can get samples of chalk paint. I didn't know. Your hall tree looks fabulous now. The color blends so well with the marble.
Kathy, What a great job! You hall tree is BEAUTIFUL! I agree old Ochre is a fabulous color and perfect with the table top! I have an AS Specialist about an hour away and I might have to get Old Ochre now!
I love those pumpkins. I'm going to try to copy them. So adorable for fall
Yvonne
Great transformation of a beautiful piece! Perfect color choice! :)
What a wonderful makeover! You made a great call on the color here--this piece looks beautiful. I've not tried ASCP before; thanks for the tip about the sample pots. After seeing what you've done here, I think I must try some!
Aaah much better. I love the color. :)
Kathy it looks amazing lady! I really like Old Ochre too and do not think it gets enough love!:) LOVE your sons new apartment. WHat exciting times ahead for your family! Sending hugs and well wishes!
Wow, it really looks fantastic...great job!
evie @ brown paper packages
Beautiful makeover. Love it!
Kathy,
What a great transformation. I can't decide which accessories I like best; they're all great! Don't you just love Annie Sloan paints? I just did a hutch for a client in Old White. It's amazing how far the paint goes.
Kathy that just looks beautiful! I love the new color and you are so smart to get these pieces done before you move. Thanks so much for sharing this with us at Inspiration Friday!
Vanessa
The tree looks so much better in this colour! I love how the colour you chose works pefectly with the countertop piece! Fantastic job! Angie xo
Kathy, I love the hall tree with its new paint color and the pumpkins are adorable! Thanks for linking to the Open House party and best of luck with your move.
Hugs,
Sherry
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