This side table was painted with Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Duck Egg Blue then Napoleon Blue, waxed with the clear and dark wax, and lightly distressed. I wanted a contrasting color to show when distressed; therefore, the first coat was painted in the Duck Egg Blue.
The top was stained in Minwax Dark Walnut and waxed. There table top has beautiful grain.
Love those legs and dainty feet. I didn't realize how pretty the legs were until I started cleaning her up.
I thought it would be interesting to see the difference in hue between Aubusson Blue and Napoleon Blue. The Aubusson Blue on the left was waxed with the clear, and the Napoleon Blue on the right was waxed with clear and dark. I love both colors, but if you want more of a navy blue, Napoleon is the way to go.
The before of this side table is on the right. Knowing that our nice days are going to be sporadic, I did a marathon where I stripped the tops of several pieces. You're getting a preview of some items I'll be working on.
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37 comments:
I love the color you chose! I really love that sweet little set of drawers and can't wait to see what you do with them!
Great makeovers! Love the blue!!!
katie, i love it! i love that napoleonic blue and it was just the spunk this table needed!
I knew you'd be up and running. Love the vibrant blue. I'll be back to see what else you come up with.
Loving the vibrancy of that blue! It is definitely a statement piece!
I had not seen Napoleon on a piece of furniture before. Love it! I do a lot of layering the paint colors too. Love that look!
Lovely! This color is just stunning! You did a great job (again). Love seeing all your before and afters! Happy Wednesday!
They look really great. I never stop being completely wowed by furniture makeovers. Your furniture has gorgeous shapes but I'm not sure I would have noticed in in the before state - so well done you!!
Sarahx
You are right Katie. I love the Napoleon. I will probably order some with the dark wax. I never ordered the AS wax because of the price but I need to do it. Thanks again for your help!
I love how the lighter blue shows through. I'm planning to refinish an end table and you gave me great ideas! Thanks
Oh I love it!! I love the grain in the wood on the top!! Love that shade of blue too - looks nice on those legs! ;)
Katie, you're a woman on a creative mission! Amazing....keep it coming :)
You are a busy lady! Love the legs and the blue...great transformation!
Your smart to employ a production line to get things done. The Napoleon really is a nice color. Thanks for linking your creative project to Potpourri Friday!
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE, The color and shape of this piece.
Over from MMS
Karin
www.artisbeauty.net
Love your blog and all the furniture transformations. I'm now a follower.
You have some great pieces, love those wonderful "blues"! thanks for linking up to the party!
I love the Napoleon blue color! the little table is adorable.
Blessings
Linda
I guess we both like legs...your neighbor at Three Boys. (And I love your table!)
Fran
www.eleven-o-one.blogspot.com
Hi, Katie
I love your pieces and the blue is such a lovely color. I found your blog from Faith, Trust and Pixie Dust link party. I am a new follower.
Love for you to stop by www.homesweetbutterfly.com.
Have a great weekend.
Vanessa
Wow, Katie, that looks fantastic! So glad you showed the 'before' too just for some perspective! I'd love for you to share this here:
http://oneartmama.blogspot.com/2011/11/shine-on-fridays-1.html
How awesome to see the two blues side by side! Thanks for sharing that tidbit. :) Lovely job on the pieces!
Visiting from A2D
I love it! So cute! Just found your blog...I'm your newest follower. :)
I love that blue! These turned out amazing! great job!
And I bet she knows how to use them! It's awesome!
Nice blue color.
Regards from Sweden
Elna
Turned out beautiful. I have a very similar piece and I like the two toned finish. I hard at work too trying to get everything done before it gets too cold. Hope you get everything done.
I am loving that blue!! Absolutely stunning as usual:)
Beautiful job! I think I'm the only blogger who hasn't tried Annie Sloan chalk paint. I love both blues...you did a great job!
The before of the side table--amazing transformation!
great job!
gail
Love Love Love the blue! Can't wait to see how all your other tables turn out. I'm a new follower of yours... plz check out my blog at bellanest.blogspot.com when you get a chance. Take care!
Once again, all I can say is wow! You have made what looks like junk into something anyone would love to have displayed in their home.
Beautiful makeovers! Thank you for linking it up to Home Sweet Home!
Sherry
So lovely~ thanks so much for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday!
So gorgeous! Love that color. Great work.
Another great transformation. And I love the bold blue color choice. Thanks for linking it up to Fabulous Friday at Faith, Trust, & Pixie Dust.
Warmly, Michelle
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