Thursday, January 26, 2012

Spring is in the air~

So, it's really not.  A girl can dream though right?! :)

This little cutie is a smokers cabinet that I decided to splash some real spring color on.  The period this cabinet comes from is that wonderful 1940's waterfall.  There is enough of this quality built furniture for everyone in America to have at least one piece.  Though the aesthetic isn't something I'm a big fan of. why not paint it?!

The base color is a mix of Antibes, Cream, and Arles.  It came out in this bright green apple-ie color and I just love it!  Nothing says spring like a nice bright cherry green!  Using a dry brush technique, Cream emphasizes the details easily without too much effort.  As the finishing touch, I painted the pull in Cream, gave the entire piece a light distressing and a hand rubbed clear wax finish.

It's just the splash of bright color we need here in Northern Illinois where it's 41 one day and 10 the next!  Hope your enjoying a little bit of sunshine today!  If not, paint yourself some! :)
Enjoy~
Christie

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7 comments:

  1. Hi Christie,

    It's always a pleasure stopping by your page and looking at all your inspiration! I simply cannot wait to receive the chalk paint package from the giveaway that I won! :) I have a few projects in store for that! Hope all is well! :)


    Hugs,
    Jessie

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    1. It's on it's way I promise! :) Weather hasn't been too cooperative here! You should get it tomorrow! :)

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  2. that is such a cool and unique little piece! i love it!

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  3. I've never seen a cabinet like this...adorable. I love the spring color too. Glad I found your blog..I'm a new follower so we can keep in touch. Please stop by and follow back, Lori

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  4. Hi Love the color green. Does remind me of the first greens of spring, so fresh! I'm a new follower, found you on Town and Country Living. Hope you'll stop by my blog-- BeezRentalDesigns. Looking forward to seeing your grand opening, wish I lived close enough to be there. : )

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