Molly Susan Strong

Friday, May 13, 2011

Market Monday - THIS is a decorative artists dream project...

AFTER teaser
BEFORE a blank canvas!
I got two of these bad boys....
 Curvey end boards, yummy details...
 W.R.Hathaway Co. 1869!  WOW!  New York
A bit of glue and filler....
Chalk paint and a mix to match the "old white" chalk paint color
in Behr with primer. 
Saves me time!
(I can work faster with this as chalk paint is, well, different. 
Little fussier going on for me.) 
Also, Behr is cheaper and so I use it on places it does not matter,
inside side boards etc. 
Chalk paint is perfect for the detailed areas
as sanding off is easy as pie
and the wax just settles
so nicely into the chalk paint. 

Already looking fine...
Tools of my trade...
Mouse sander, wood glue, wood putty,
my studio...HA,
garage.

So lots of sanding to reveal lovely details.

Decorative painting in soft browns...

And wax...stain and Feed n' Wax combo...see earlier post.
Waxing formula post!

Remember...this technique,
 the wiping off is essential!!!
It stains sanded area and nooks and
seals the surface
while changing the tone of the paint slightly.
Easy!
 I love the results too.
Very soft browns...

A bee of course! 
 Footboard gets some deco too.
THIS is  why I use chalk paint.at
 Mmmmmmmm, the patina is perfect.




mollysusanstrong 
SO MARKET MONDAY...
Why and How to Market Monday??

Remember:
1. Follow here
2. Leave a little note
3. Go visit someone new
from the comments here
and say hello.

Share the love, meet someone new!

Molly

Boogieboard Cottage for Masterpiece Monday
Dittle Dattle for Amaze Me Monday
The House in the Roses for Show Off Your Cottage Monday
Smiling Sally for Blue Monday
Life Made Lovely for Life Made Lovely Monday
 Between Naps on the Porch  for Metemorphis Monday




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46 comments:

  1. Cassie BustamanteMay 11, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    three words. to. die. for.

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  2. AnonymousMay 11, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    Your 'studio' looks a lot like my 'studio' ;). That piece is gorgeous!!! Well done!

    Happy painting,
    Julie

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  3. Karen Sabrsula May 11, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    "Bee"utiful!!! Great job!

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  4. My Secret Life in LillyMay 11, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Such a lovely piece! Smart idea about color matching the cheaper paint for the unseen areas!

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  5. The Vintage BarnMay 11, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    OMG!!! Molly that is awesome! I'm going to have to find a cool piece for you to paint for me!
    Nancy

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  6. Melissa and ScottMay 11, 2011 at 6:54 PM

    Beautiful! Beautiful! Beautiful!

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  7. rachel May 11, 2011 at 6:55 PM

    Gorgeous Molly!

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  8. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.May 11, 2011 at 7:48 PM

    Simply beautiful Molly!

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  9. Linda May 11, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    What gorgeous pieces! Beautiful!

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  10. ChrissieMay 11, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    Magnificent! You truly brought out all of their potential. Gorgeous work!

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  11. TammyMay 11, 2011 at 8:46 PM

    Shabby style.... MY kinda style ! Very pretty and nice work :)

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  12. High Street CottageMay 13, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    I have the honor of being your "linky neighbor" over at Freckled Laundry. What an honor it is to see such a wonderful post too! Molly, these beds are beyond beautiful, and I wish I were the owner. You did a super fantastic job, not only with your paint treatment, but the gorgeous whispy vines too. I'm going to become a follower so I won't miss a thing, xxx tami

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  13. Amy ChalmersMay 13, 2011 at 4:54 PM

    How do you get the crackle on the finish, did it already come crackly from age? I think that is smart to do the behr primer in the same color as old white in places not so special or seen. I find the chalk paint hard to paint the second coat. It is very grabby and not so easy to apply.

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  14. Miss Mustard SeedMay 13, 2011 at 5:23 PM

    Glad to see you're loving the chalk paint, too. It's awesome stuff, right. I love the bed and what you did with it. You're right. It's a dream. See you at the fair!

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  15. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️May 13, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Stunning!
    I would like to try using the chalk paint. I love how you sanded and then added the decorative painting to the bed frame.

    Dee

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  16. Connie @ Sensible-RedesignMay 13, 2011 at 7:00 PM

    Oh I love the decorative painting you are very talented. What a beautiful piece!

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  17. NanaDianaMay 13, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    What a gorgeous piece! You are very good at this!!! Love it! Diana

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  18. annies homeMay 14, 2011 at 3:00 PM

    love the finished piece you did a great job I would love for you to come visit me at http://shopannies.blogspot.com

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  19. AnneMay 14, 2011 at 6:39 PM

    Wow! what a gorgeous transformation. I love the handpainted details.

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  20. hilary@oldhousetrueloveMay 15, 2011 at 3:58 AM

    molly! those are beautiful!

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  21. Barbara JeanMay 15, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    wonderful piece
    what a transformation!

    blessings
    barbara jean

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  22. Amanda@RelovedRubbishMay 15, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    This bed is gorgeous! I love the finish you gave it and the hand painted detailing. I have been wanting to try Chalk paint too. That is a great idea to match the Behr paint :)

    I am your newest follower!

    xoxo
    Amanda

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  23. MargoMay 15, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    Awesome!! New follower....love your inspiration!

    Margo @ http://piecesoflifeetal.blogspot.com

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  24. SmilingSallyMay 16, 2011 at 6:31 AM

    I've heard of this, but I've never tried it. Thanks for sharing your blues. You can find the BLUE MONDAY button on my sidebar.

    Happy Blue Monday, Molly.

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  25. The Paupers CastleMay 16, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    Not much else to say but BEAUTIFUL!

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  26. TerrellMay 16, 2011 at 8:38 AM

    These are simply beautiful!!! Way to go, girly! They are just stunning!

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  27. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMay 16, 2011 at 8:52 AM

    Just beautiful, Molly! I was loving it just painted with the chalk paint but your artwork just brought it up a full notch!

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  28. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageMay 16, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Oh My! I do love this. Just a beautiful result. I admire your talent!

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  29. UnknownMay 16, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    GORGEOUS. You do such fine work. I've never used chalk paint. This post makes me really want to give it a try!! I would love it if you would link this up to my Marvelous Mess party!! Every week I pick one project to feature on my sidebar!! Here is the link: http://marvelouslymessy.blogspot.com/2011/05/marvelous-mess-13-and-features.html

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  30. Simply BungalowMay 16, 2011 at 4:27 PM

    Love the bed. The chalk paint is wonderful. Looks amazing!
    ~Heidi

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  31. Heaven's WalkMay 16, 2011 at 7:25 PM

    Simply stunning, Molly! You are quite talented, girl! :) That bed left me breathless!!!!! I MUST try that chalk paint.....! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  32. TerrellMay 17, 2011 at 8:20 AM

    I am so excited you mentioned colored chalk paint...I am so going to have to look into it! It'd be the perfect pop of unexpected! Thank you for you tips and can't wait to see more of your talented works!!
    Hugs!

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  33. Rosie GoinsMay 17, 2011 at 2:47 PM

    Great idea about using the Behr on parts of your projects.

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  34. cottage powerMay 18, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    Molly, LOVE the beds!

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  35. UnknownMay 19, 2011 at 8:19 PM

    That is gorgeous! I adore the hand painted detail. I am in love with chalk paint too. Did you do both of the beds the same?

    xo,
    Jami

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  36. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMay 20, 2011 at 9:41 AM

    This is so darling!!! I am in LOVE with the handpainted detailing~you did a wonderful job!! Would love for you to come share this at Feathered Nest Friday - it's absolutely charming! :)

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  37. ArabellaMay 22, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Another fabulous transformation, Molly!!! :O)

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  38. Meg @ Never a Dull DayMay 22, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    completely DROOOOLING over those curved beds!! GREAT find!!!

    New Follower!

    http://megschmitt-neveradullday.blogspot.com/

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  39. UnknownMay 23, 2011 at 6:12 AM

    This post really inspired me and I featured it on my blog today!! Thanks for linking up to A Marvelous Mess......feel free to come by and grab a featured button!! Here is the link *and* this weeks party: http://marvelouslymessy.blogspot.com/2011/05/marvelous-mess-14-and-features.html

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  40. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMay 23, 2011 at 5:00 PM

    Hi Molly, These beds are gorgeous! The result is so beautiful. Love them!
    xo,
    Sherry

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  41. Linda LeybleJune 7, 2011 at 7:23 AM

    Hi Molly - I remember you from the faux message boards (MuralsPlus etc). I just starting using the Chalk Paint - and I love it. I absolutely love the bed you did - and of course, your signs and other things on your blog. Linda

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  42. AnonymousDecember 26, 2011 at 5:32 PM

    As a decorative artist myself I just want to say very beautiful soft artwork. Lovely job!
    Tia
    www.thedecorativeartist.com

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