Showing posts with label French Provincial;. Show all posts
Showing posts with label French Provincial;. Show all posts

Apr 27, 2014

A Little French Provincial

We took full advantage of this absolutely gorgeous weekend and knocked out a lot of projects for our upcoming markets!  This one is probably my favorite so far.
 
I can't believe that I didn't take a before picture of this....but just imagine it all in Early American wood stain.  Boring....  The curves screamed for help.


I knew I wanted to paint it a French grey, but I only had it in milk paint and I didn't want this to be a chippy piece (and I'm not a fan of bonding agent).  Instead of buying custom paint, I tried my hand at mixing a bunch of colors together and came up with this gorgeous substitute.  
 
 
I refinished the top and love the contrast with the paint.  I also added some white detailing and just a little bit of distressing to show the curves off even more.
 
 
 
 
This little beauty will be available at The Vintage Home Market next weekend!
 
 
'til next time!

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