My New Home

My blog has moved! Making some changes around here. Same blog. New name. I would love it if you would follow me over at my new home at All Things New Interiors as I continue in this journey!

This Lil' Table

I picked up this table at the Sun City garage sale a while back and just loved its detail. It's on the small side, but I knew it would look great and work well for something.

I finally got around to working on it this week, because I wanted to try out an antique glaze on the details. I started by painting her with ASCP Duck Egg, because I think that color works well on small pieces like this to give it some life. Sorry for the poor lighting and use of flash. This was in the garage.

Then I applied a coat of clear wax. After that had dried, I sanded to distress it, especially the detailing.

So here's the deal. I was afraid to try Annie Sloan dark wax at first, but once I worked up the courage I didn't want to pay so much for it in case I was awful at it. So I looked online at different blogs and the Valspar glaze was recommended. But we have Home Depot in town so I ended up getting something similar- Rust-oleum decorative glaze! $15!

I used a small cheapie brush to apply the glaze generously over one section at a time. I let it sit for about 30 seconds and then wiped it off with a cloth. This gives the paint patina, and the parts that were sanded get a little darker as if worn.

Love. It was working out. So I did this all over the piece. But I wanted the glaze to really soak in the decorative portion on the leg, so I applied it and barely wiped it off, leaving glaze in the cracks. This gives such a great dimension and again...patina. Yay!

I am so pleased with how this turned out. Conquered another fear! I applied clear wax to seal it and now it's for sale!

Wouldn't you love to have this gorgeous table in your living room next to a chair? :)

I would love to hear about a fear you have conquered lately!

Linking up at Thrifty Decor Chick

We brake for garage sales

The hubs and I are out this morning shopping! We have already picked up an end table and high-boy dresser! Can't wait to get started! Later we are heading to Austin to a few storage auctions and I'm picking up an awesome coffee table!

I started working on a great end table and a dining set custom order yesterday. I also bought some dark glaze yesterday to play with and I am so excited! I'll let you know how it goes!!

Have a great Saturday!

What a day!

Bam! Sold the white and grey coffee tables today! And picked up a beautiful dining set for a client to start working on! If you are looking for anything specific, let me know and I'm sure I can make something for you that is unique and custom for you.

This blog has given me such encouragement and confidence in my work! Thanks for those of you who have commented on the blog on here, on Facebook, or in person to me or my husband. It is such a blessing to be so encouraged on this adventure.

Please keep sending the love this way!