Even though I love red and it’s different degrees of depth, I’ve wanted to lighten things up.
I have these items, similar in texture and color. One Southern Living ($2.99) from Goodwill. The others from some overly priced home decor store made of stone or something of the sort.
DIY – Paint Your Ceramic Pieces
Prepare your pieces, clean with a degreaser detergent.
Choose your chalk paint, paint with one or two coats.
Finish with a clear wax.
And we all know, how I like to reFresh what I already have.
I used Old White.
I didn’t even remove the coffee beans.
I used this little beauty recently for my snow flake demo.
These guys have been hanging out on the dining table, surrounded by dried flowers, sticks and florals left over from recent door decor.
It’s lighter and brighter around here. And I didn’t have to buy anything new, because I’m stocked up on AS Old White paint.
Have a bright and wonderful day!
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The Tablescaper says
October 19, 2011 at 10:39 pmGreat to have you be a part of Seasonal Sundays.
– The Tablescaper
Brenda Pruitt says
October 18, 2011 at 8:40 pmAnd you reFresh so creatively!
Brenda
Elizabeth@BlueClearSky says
October 18, 2011 at 8:32 pmVery pretty and a great tablescape. I have not been lucky enough to try chalk paint yet. I have so many pieces that would look wonderful with some chalk paint magic.
Lavender Dreams says
October 18, 2011 at 8:29 pmI just love what you’ve done! I’ve GOT to get some of that paint! And I love the old white color! ♥
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says
October 18, 2011 at 8:21 pmLove ’em white, Debbie! They are definitely refreshed! I haven’t tried anything other than furniture yet with my Annie Sloan paint, but I have a few things I’d like to try.
Jenny @ Simcoe Street says
October 18, 2011 at 1:36 pmLove love love this!
Jenny
http://www.simcoestreet.blogspot.com
Tammy says
October 18, 2011 at 9:38 amLove how you brightened things up! So pretty. I’m on my way to get chalk paint today. I’ve been holding out just b/c I’m not a diy’er but guess I’ll join the club!
janet metzger says
October 17, 2011 at 5:32 pmHello Debbie,
I love this!! You already know where I stand on ASCP…I’m addicted to it ;->
Enjoy the day!
janet xox
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Leigh says
October 17, 2011 at 5:32 pmI love the book leaves! It goes to show that a table can be warm and inviting without any reds. I am a new follower. 🙂
http://fun-to-funky.blogspot.com/
Carrie says
October 17, 2011 at 10:24 amI am with you… I have been seeing so many wonderful “non-furniture” make makeovers with the ASCP and I am lovin’ it! I want to pull my can of ASCP old white out and paint everything in sight. ha ha
PS. I really like your blog design. Easy and simple to navigate and easy on the eyes!!
Vicky says
October 17, 2011 at 8:19 amVery nice transformation 🙂 ASCP is the best, I’m in the process of doing the same thing with some of my accessories, love the coffee bean idea.
abeachcottage says
October 17, 2011 at 8:06 amThe new coat of paint freshened things up. Lovely tablescape 🙂
Elaine Gage says
October 16, 2011 at 10:43 pmLooks so fresh! The detail shows up so much better, too. I am ready to try it, and like you, I wish I had some of my old stuff back!
laurie@heavenswalk says
October 16, 2011 at 10:32 pmGotta love that ASCP, Debbie! I’ve never worked with such wonderful paint in all my life! Your tablescape looks beautiful! 🙂
xoxo laurie
liz @ designing domesticity says
October 16, 2011 at 9:48 pmDropping by from Met Monday – love what you did here. Have yet to explore AS Chalk Paint, but it’s definitely on my list! Thanks for posting. Liz
Cindy says
October 16, 2011 at 9:32 pmDon’t you just love AS chalk paint! Beautiful tablescape and love your great finds!
Allison says
October 16, 2011 at 9:18 pmThey look great together. The chalk paint leaves such a nice finish.
Dropping by from Met Monday.
Allison
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Linda@Coastal Charm says
October 16, 2011 at 8:45 pmBeautiful tablescape…lovin’ the lighter look Debbie!!
Blessings,
Linda
Sandy says
October 16, 2011 at 7:43 pmAmazing what a coat of paint will do!
Mandy says
October 16, 2011 at 1:36 pmGreat idea with the coffee beans! Your table is beautiful and the candle stick turned out great!
kathy says
October 16, 2011 at 1:19 pmI have those same candle sticks…..wow wee gotta try it!
Confessions of a Plate Addict says
October 16, 2011 at 9:24 amLovely tablescape! The coffee beans are a great ides! Hope you are having a great weekend!…hugs…Debbie
Laura says
October 16, 2011 at 9:10 amGorgeous!!! Love the runner! Not sure what chalk paint is (I live in South Africa) but whatever it is they look stunning! Amazing what a lick of paint can do! Just repainted some garden pots green and they look fab so I know how you’re feeling with your refresh! Wishing you happy Fall even tho it’s Spring here ! lol x
The Tablescaper says
October 15, 2011 at 11:41 pmGreat table. Hope you’ll bring your post to Seasonal Sundays.
– The Tablescaper
debbie says
October 15, 2011 at 8:22 pmLooking gorgeous Debbie all lighter and brighter!
Jan @SouthernJunkin' says
October 15, 2011 at 7:02 pmGreat look, great job! I like the coffee beans and candles!!
bonnie says
October 15, 2011 at 6:15 pmI like using coffee beans around candles for a fall touch. Great idea to use what you have and get a new look. I am probably the last person that hasn’t painted anything with Chalk paint. I have issues with my hands but it is a great look.
Anita says
October 15, 2011 at 2:16 pmBeautiful table! Love what you did with the paint, but I especially love the runner. Beautiful!!
Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says
October 15, 2011 at 11:47 amThey all look fabulous with the AS white paint. Great floral and candle arrangements. Well done. Hugs, Marty
Sharon says
October 15, 2011 at 10:20 amI have been doing the same thing, Debbie! It’s amazing what a change one coat of ASCP old white (or any other color) can do! I’m just kicking myself and wishing I had all the stuff I’ve thrown out through the years! Love your decor!
Rosemary says
October 15, 2011 at 11:10 amGreat job unifying these pieces, Debbie. Your table looks lovely.