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May 27, 2017 by Lea Interior Design

Happy Memorial Day {hello summer}

May 15, 2017 by Lea Interior Design

Annie Sloan {paris grey} china cabinet

I have a friend who recently opened her own day spa and we agreed to exchange talents.  Facials for painting – sounded awesome to me!!!

what you’ll need:

Annie Sloan chalk paint {your favorite color}

Annie Sloan clear wax

Annie Sloan {black, dark or white} wax {optional}

Annie Sloan paint brush

Annie Sloan wax brush {two – if you are using more than one wax}

Lint free cloths

Dirtex {multi-surface cleaner}

how to: another way to distress

{a gentle distressing method to rub away one or more colors, creating a worn look }

  • Apply two coats of Chalk Paint®, moving the brush in all directions.  Use two {optional – I only used one color on this piece} different coordinated colors as first and second coats. Apply the second coat thinner than the first.
  • When the paint is dry, gently rub the surface with a damp kitchen sponge, removing the paint from the edges and other details to reveal the underlying color.  Occasionally, wipe away any “slush” on the surface.
  • When the paint is dry, apply Clear Soft Wax and remove the excess wax with a clean cloth.
  • {optional} Apply Dark Soft Wax with a lint-free cloth or brush, working it into any nooks and crannies. Wipe off excess wax with a clean lint-free cloth.  Use another clean cloth or brush and apply a small amount of Clear Soft Wax to remove some of the dark wax from surface.  Wipe off excess wax and let the remaining wax dry.
  • When the wax is dry, gently buff with a clean soft cloth to a lovely sheen.

Don’t be scared go for it… It would be hard to mess up.  Now, go get some paint and have fun!!

The heavens declare the glory of God, and the sky above proclaims his handiwork.  Psalms 19:1

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