Remember this delicious red piece?
Well I’ve been working on cooling my kitchen, literally! I used Annie Sloan Duck Egg Blue on the bottom and Old Ochre on the top. Finished with Annie Sloan Soft Wax in dark and clear. I love this paint! No sanding required, you can finish a project in less than a day!
It’s funny how much lighter the room feels with the blue, even though the walls are darker.
The distressed look is from the dark wax, I was going to sand it down, but there was too much red showing through.
I bought this at Nadeau, in Savannah. They have beautiful pieces at reasonable prices.
You can find them on Facebook, Nadeau Savannah.
If you have a piece that you love, but need a change, I suggest the Annie Sloan Chalk Paint. It’s easy to use and I have been happy with all my projects!
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Deborah Yeary says
When I saw this email I said please let it be blue. Love it
Debbie says
Thanks!
Sharon says
I love the new paint color on your island. I’m a sucker for blues.
Sharon @ mrs. hines class
Korrie@RedHenHome says
I am a huge red fan…but I love this in blue! I think it was meant to be!
Noemi Singleton says
I love it! In a word… gorgeous.
Kim says
That looks great in its new colors. I need to try the duck egg. Thanks for sharing at WUW.
BeColorful says
In a word… gorgeous. I am so going to have to get on board with these paints. I’m so glad you shared this inspiring project on Motivated Monday at BeColorful and I hope you will visit again.
Pam
Debbie says
Thanks! Pam
Poppy says
Wow! I love the new finish on the kitchen island. It is looking absolutely gorgeous. You have inspired me to try this new chalk paint……it creates such a wonderful finish. Dropping in from Motivated Monday. Thanks for sharing!~Poppy
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Debbie says
Thanks Poppy, can’t wait to see what you paint!
Handy Man, Crafty Woman says
I like the new color!
Debbie says
Thank you HMCW!
Becca says
This is gorgeous! I loved it when red, but the “new” look is amazing … you’ve accessorized it beautifully, too! Love the paint colors you chose … chalk paint rocks, doesn’t it? *Becca* (newest follower)
Debbie says
Thanks Becca! I love chalk paint!
Christine @ Stonehouse Living says
Hi Debbie,
Your Kitchen Island “before” was beautiful, but the “after” is so perfect…
I love the Blue chalk paint, it all looks so calm and serene. Very, very nice!
All the Best,
Christine
Debbie says
Thanks for stopping by Christine! Have a great weekend!
Linda@Coastal Charm says
Looks outstanding…job well done:) Looking forward to trying this paint, but it will need to be after the big day…picking up her dress tomorrow…can’t wait!
Blessings,
Linda
Debbie says
That’s exciting! Have fun Linda!
Kara says
It looks really beautiful and I love how it cooled things down. Great job.
Debbie says
Thanks Kara!
dayka @ life+style says
the new paint color definitely suits your kitchen better–great job on the finish, too!
thanks for stopping by my blog and leaving a comment, i appreciate it!
best,
dayka
Debbie says
Thanks for checking it out!
Desiree says
Great job! I love it!
Debbie says
Thank you!
Tammy says
This is gorgeous!!!! I love it!! I need to get that paint!
Debbie says
Thanks Tammy, you should get some!
Vanilla Bean Crafts says
I love the new look! The kitchen is VERY cooling now!
Debbie says
Thanks, and with it being 100 outside, nice to be cool inside!
Lynn says
I think this is really beautiful! I wish I trusted myself enough to tackle something like this. Do you mind me asking what color that is on the walls–in the after shots?
Debbie says
You should try on a small piece of furniture! The wall color is Ben Moore Gettysburg Gray!
Beth says
another great job .. looks great .. also LOVE THE SIGN ..
Debbie says
Thanks Beth!
SueAnn says
It is fabulous! The color is perfect!!! And it does brighten your kitchen!!
Well done!
I love also how you finished the top! Very cool piece
Hugs
SueAnn
Debbie says
Thanks SueAnn!
Karen says
Its beautiful Debbie, a great transformation.
Debbie says
Thanks Karen!
Nita {ModVintageLife} says
I love this so much. The color is so pretty. I’d kill to have the space in my kitchen for a island like this. Great job.
Debbie says
Thanks Nita! I am loving this paint!
Lesley says
Noticed that you were getting rid of a little red as well!!!! lol;)
Debbie says
Great minds think alike Lesley! 🙂
Martina says
LOVE LOVE LOVE IT!!! What a beautiful piece! Martina
Debbie says
Thanks Martina!
Marty@A Stroll Thru Life says
The island looks fabulous. Such a cool piece and the blue is wonderful. Hugs, Marty
Debbie says
Marty you’re so sweet! Hugs to you too!
Rosemary says
Sometimes, you just have to change things up a bit. I think you did an awesome job on this one. I love the color and the age you added.
Debbie says
So true Rosemary! Thanks!!
Vanessa says
Oh, Debbie that is just beyond gorgeous!!! It looks like a completely different piece and it really does open up the space. You have me itching to take a paintbrush to my own island now. 🙂 Everything you touch turns out so beautifully and we are always so inspired by you and thrilled that you share these things with us at Inspiration Friday!
Vanessa
Debbie says
You say the kindest things! Thanks Vanessa!!!