I was amazed how quickly I could transform a lamp with
The color I used was Old White - Chalk Paint
{French script lampshade is from Wal-Mart}
Instead of sanding the lamp after the paint dried I decided to use a DRY paper towel. I wiped off areas where I did not want the paint to stick while it was still wet. Super easy if you don't want to sand yet you want the look.
I think it turned out fantastic!
I'm now a fan of chalk paint. Are YOU TOO?
I applied clear wax and just started to buff.
It was so easy to do.
I can't wait to start working on the other lamp. :)
Thanks for stopping by!
xo,
Dee
Savvy Southern StyleThe Well Crafted Home
41 comments:
Hi Dee, I loved your painted lamp, and wiping out some of the paint made it look great!!!!
Blessings,
Nadya
The lamp looks great! I love that there is no need to prime, when using chalk paint. I've been lifting the brush up on the areas I used to sand so it's such a light coat that I don't even need to wipe it off. Aren't I lazy! ~ Maureen
Something like that I can do! Love it. sandie
I love it! And I think you just helped me decide what color to do my guest bedroom furniture. You just never know what you will find in Wal Mart - love the shade. xo
I love it! WalMart has some cute lamp shades. I have one I bought and no lamp for it yet. :) Haven't used the chalk paint yet. I really like the idea of using the dry paper towel rather than sanding.
xo
Pat
It's amazing what that stuff covers, Dee! Your lamp looks great!
That is fantastic!!! I wish our Walmart carried that lampshade, so beautiful!!
I love your lamp, it is absolutely beautiful!
Ha! It's about time- welcome to the chalk paint club! :)
Nice job - I am also a fan but haven't tried on lamps - also love your shade. Who would have thought Walmart had shades like this!
Gerrie
WOW Dee that looks awesome and love the shade you added. Enjoy your evening, Gail
Dee, your lamp looks great! I'm so happy you like ASCP! I love it. It's an amazing product and worth every penny to me! Your lamp looks amazing! Congrats on your first try of ASCP!
Looks great, Dee. I'm a big fan of quick projects.
Yes, Dee that paint sure makes it nicer. Stay tuned for a twist I have coming up Sunday evening. It is related to you too!
It looks great Dee! I love the new look!
Pam
I love painting lamps! Total makeover! I have the same lampshade from Wal-mart x2, love it. As for ASCP (waiting for the lightning to strike me now) I have not found it to be quite as amazing as it's cracked up to be. I actually just used some today, will be blogging about it soon. Be sure to stop by!
Dearest Dee,
That is at least a very fast and inexpensive way of transforming a lamp.
Hugs and love,
Mariette
Never used chalk paint, it looks pretty good and not sanding is appealing. Cute lampshade, too.
your post is so good. i love it!!!!!
Floral Bags
It's lovely especially with the new shade:)
it is so pretty, love the shade!! Great job, Dee!!
What a transformation! I love it and that lampshade. I have been using ASCP for about a year and love it. I just painted a candlestick holder in ASCP Robin's Egg Blue for The Dedicated House's "Make it Pretty Monday."
Great job!
This lamp definitely deserves an A+!!!
It turned out great. I love the lampshade as well!
Cynthia
Looks fantastic!!
Hugs,
Deb
Your lamp looks great. That lampshade is fabulous too.
Is it really just that easy?! Get out! I have seen so many great projects..love this! WOW! Such a great way to transform things in the home!
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What a great idea to wipe it off before it dries! Yeah, sometimes the sanding gets to be so messy -- this is a really good alternative for getting the same look -- love the transformation!
Am I the last person on the planet to try chalk paint?! I feel so left out - may need to go buy some! Love that there's no priming!
Kelly
Dee,
I love the lamp also....think I will try it...I have several lamps I would love to redo. I have never used chalk paint but guess there's a first time for everything.
Linda
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Your wee lamp turned out great.
No can't say that I have used chalk paint yet. Not sure if it is sold here in Canada.
nice post thanks for sharing...
Mmm, just love Annie Sloan's Old White! Your lamp turned out fantastic! Great job Dee!!!
Jeannine @ The Concrete Cottage
Old White is the only color I have used...I'd love to get one of the blues. Your lamp turned out great and the shade is perfect!
Dee it looks amazing!!! well done xo
I LOVE your lamp make over!
Wow I love that lamp and the shade is a perfect match.
Your lamp is so pretty now, painting it white and then aging it was exactly what it needed! The french script shade is perfect for it. So very pretty! Thanks for sharing your creative inspiration with Sunday’s Best – you helped make the party a success!
I love that pretty vintage look! This is gorgeous! I would love it if you linked this up at my party! You can find it here:
http://thewellcraftedhome.blogspot.com/2012/09/well-crafted-wednesday-19-link-party.html
Hi, Dee
This lamp turned out great! I feel like I am catching up with your blog. LOL Have a great weekend.
Vanessa
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