I have this bench that I love, but it was a little drab:
So I used Annie Sloan Duck Egg Blue and did a little dry brushing to brighten it up:
I was going to paint it solid and sand. As I started painting, I realized that it wasn’t necessary. The dry brush over the gray was the look that I wanted.
I love my bench now!
Can I just say, I am loving the changes that are happening in my kitchen! Chalk Paint to the rescue again!
KARIN says
It looks totally fab-u-lussss!!!!! I love it!!
Great job!
Karin
Linnea says
I have this same bench! I had it in my walk in closet at my condo, but now I’ve moved to a new home and you have given me some great ideas for it! I love what you’ve done!
Robyn says
What a great bench! I’d love to find something like that for a porch I hope to have one day 😉
Visiting from Debbiedoos!
Debbie says
Robyn, I got it at TJ Maxx! Thanks for stopping by!
debbie says
You are so talented. I really enjoy my visits here, I just never know what you have up your sleeve next. Thanks for sharing with my newbie party.
Debbie says
Thanks Debbie! That made my day!
Michelle @ Faith, Trust, & Pixie Dust says
I love this project. AND your photos look great too. Thanks so much for linking up to Fab Friday so my readers can enjoy the eye candy! Have you tried the bench on the side of the table by the window? I think it would look cool.
Warmly, Michelle
Debbie says
Thanks Michelle! You know what, it used to be on the other side! But if you could see the view, you’d know why I moved it! (I’ll email you a pic from my phone) Thanks for the Fab Friday link up!
Debbie
Lanell says
I’m a brand new follower from Debbie’s link party. This might just be one of my all time favorite benches. The design is awesome and the way you redid it is perfect. Quick, get me a tissue…..I keep drooling. I LOVE IT.
Debbie says
Thank You! I’m loving it too!
Kelli says
It looks great! I’m a new follower and I’d love if you’d follow back!
Kelli @ loveoursimplelife.blogspot.com
Debbie says
Thanks Kelli! Headed over now!
Beth says
This is beautiful and I love your pillows, too! I am excited to try the chalk paint SOON:)!
Beth
Debbie says
Thanks Beth! I love this paint!
Suzanne says
Huge and wonderful improvement! I am itching to try the new chalk paint, too.
Debbie says
You should try it, I love it!
Korrie@RedHenHome says
It looks wonderful! Love the contrast with your cushions.
Debbie says
Thanks Korrie!
Meg says
It looks WONDERFUL! I love the blue…and you’re right–dry brushing did the trick! Great job.
Debbie says
Thanks Meg! I have a new love for it!
Rosemary says
Nice color. I love to drybrush, it adds great texture and dimension. The fabric choices bring the drama. Beautiful!
Debbie says
Thanks Rosemary, I was happy with it too!
Vanessa says
Absolutely gorgeous Debbie! I love it and I really like that pop of buttery yellow in those pillows. Your entire space looks so fresh and inviting…wish we could pop over for a cup of coffee! 🙂
Thanks for linking up to Inspiration Friday this week~
Vanessa
Debbie says
I love your comments, your so sweet! thank you!
Kelli says
What a cool bench. I love the new color! I am recovering my breakfast room chairs right now, and the fabric I’m using is the green version of the fabric on your cushion:)
Debbie says
Can’t wait to see your new green cushions! Thanks for stopping by!
ColleenwithMurals&More says
Okay. Now I HAVE to try chalk paint. I love how you allowed the woodgrain/markings to show thru. Just perfect 🙂
Debbie says
Thanks Colleen, compliments from a great artist like you really make me happy 🙂
Vicky says
I love it! Can I please have it? Very nice staging.
Debbie says
Nice try Vicky, LOL, I love my bench! Thanks!