Mirror Makeover with
Annie Sloan Duck Egg Blue
Have you noticed that a lot of my projects start out brown, dirty and in need of some repair?
My friend “K” and I went on a whirlwind treasure hunt about an hour south of our town. We had a great time, got lost several times-that’s another story.
When I happened on this treasure, I think she was a little surprised that I wanted it. Chipped wood, hazy mirror, all the things I look for when treasure hunting 🙂
I used wood putty in the chipped areas and sanded after it dried.
I painted the mirror with Annie Sloan Duck Egg blue, used a wet cloth to remove and distress.
Waxed with the clear wax.
The dark brown underneath never looked so good!
You can’t even tell where the repairs were! Just the way I like it!
She looked pretty paired with the desk/vanity.
Have you found any chipped treasures lately?
See the Cottage Desk from Shabby Vanity <<<— Click there!
Sharing:
Uncommonly Yours, Savvy Southern Style, The 36th Avenue, The Shabby Creek Cottage
debbie says
June 10, 2012 at 10:06 amBeautiful redo Deb! Pinning now. I have been really out of the loop this past week or so. Have a great day.
Maryann @ Domestically Speaking says
June 1, 2012 at 1:11 amLove the shape to that mirror and the color is gorgeous!
laura holt says
May 31, 2012 at 7:58 pmHow cute! Love the color you chose. I need to do some shopping! Nothing is better than scoring a great find for an upcyling project! Keep ’em coming.
Kristy Life-n-Reflection says
May 31, 2012 at 12:47 pmThat is so gorgeous, never thought of using wet cloth to distress. Thanks for the tip!
Tanya says
May 31, 2012 at 12:23 pmYour mirror redo is soooo pretty, and paired with that table, fabulous. Love it all! I enjoy your blog and projects so much!
Hugs, Tanya 🙂
Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions says
May 31, 2012 at 8:16 amLove the shape of this mirror, Debbie! I can see why you were taken with it. I’d have gone for it, too! Love the color; I have that in my master bedroom.
visiting from WUW : )
Kate says
May 30, 2012 at 8:10 amWow that looks great- especially paired with the desk! Love the color! I would love for you to share this (and any other creations) at Pin It and Win It Wednesday @ http://www.cheapcraftymama.com– where you can win free ad-space on my blog!
Born27 says
May 30, 2012 at 3:59 amSuper make over and i love all the attention to detail. It looks great and i couldn’t agree more. Thanks and i’m looking forward to read more of this from you.
Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage says
May 30, 2012 at 1:00 amChipped treasures is my middle name! What a great find – glad you could see her inner beauty!
Kelly
Jill says
May 29, 2012 at 10:39 pmThe mirror turned out beautiful! Love the unique shape it has!
Jordan@the2seasons says
May 29, 2012 at 8:47 pmWow that mirror works great with the desk. You have the best luck with finding these pieces that need an update.
Ann says
May 29, 2012 at 8:38 pmOh my gosh they are a match made in heaven. So, so perfect.
Amy@BuffaloRoam says
May 29, 2012 at 4:57 pmSo pretty! I think you picked the perfect color for that piece.
karin says
May 29, 2012 at 3:19 pmThe only word I can think of to describe this mirror is Delicious!!! I don’t know why but it just looks delicious to me…I love it!!
Karin
http://www.artisbeauty.net
Brandy~GreyLaneHome says
May 29, 2012 at 2:38 pmOh I love this mirror. Perfectly chippy and the color is great.
Vicky says
May 29, 2012 at 8:13 amDebbie, your projects are always so “refreshing” I love it! Keep them coming 🙂
Martina says
May 28, 2012 at 10:33 pmDebbie I love it! What a pretty mirror!
thistle says
May 28, 2012 at 6:20 pmDebbie,
What an amazing mirror! I love the lines and the shape and the paint color is perfect!
Have a wonderful Memorial Day!
blessings,
karianne
fiona says
May 28, 2012 at 4:31 pmI definately would have grabbed this mirror too – it’s such a great shape. The dark wood looks great under AS Duck Egg Blue, love it !
Jessica @ Mom 4 Real says
May 28, 2012 at 9:04 amGorgeous…just gorgeous!
Jess
Bethany says
May 28, 2012 at 9:18 amGorgeous!!!
Gina says
May 27, 2012 at 9:53 pmShe was a diamond in the rough! Looking great now!
Kelly @ View Along the Way says
May 27, 2012 at 8:58 pmWow, it BELONGS with that desk! I LOVE it!
Diane | An Extraordinary Day says
May 27, 2012 at 7:20 pmLove the mirror! Great save!
Shannon Fox says
May 27, 2012 at 2:24 pmOh! They make the perfect duo. Looks like a million bucks now 😉 Great makeover Debbie =)
Vanessa says
May 27, 2012 at 12:05 pmThat looks just lovely Debbie!! It is perfect with the vanity and you have become such a master at transforming these pieces. 🙂
Vanessa
Kim@todayismysome-day says
May 27, 2012 at 11:41 amMy name begins with “K” and I am your friend… but I notice I wasn’t on this treasure hunt. Hmmm… Maybe because we’d have to arm wrestle to see who got to keep this beautiful mirror! Looks beautiful Debbie!
Betsy(@coastal-colors) says
May 27, 2012 at 10:17 amGorgeous pieces! I just love paint magic! Great job!
Pam says
May 27, 2012 at 11:16 amLove the color…..it all looks so nice.
Bliss says
May 27, 2012 at 10:13 amYup….. I gotta get me some paint in some aqua’s or blues.
~Bliss~
Diane says
May 27, 2012 at 9:57 amTerrific mirror! Looks great with that vanity I love so much!
Jean says
May 27, 2012 at 9:49 amWhoa! Great find, great makeover!
Deidre~ says
May 27, 2012 at 9:13 amSo Vintage! Beautiful color!Im so in love with this!!
Rebecca says
May 27, 2012 at 8:48 amThis is one of my favorite ASCP colors! It is so soothing! I love this mirror and it’s interesting shape! Good job at giving it new life! Love, Me
kim says
May 27, 2012 at 8:33 amI love the shape of this mirror. Great color and distressing. What a find.
Susan @ Afford Your Passions says
May 27, 2012 at 8:18 amVery pretty, Debbie! I love the color you’ve chosen. I’ve never used the chalk paint, but a dear friend just re-did one of her china cabinets with it, and I’m itching to try it. I just need to find the perfect vintage piece!
Have a wonderful Sunday!