Molly Susan Strong

Sunday, June 5, 2011

Market Monday Why I love to use chalk paint and GIVEAWAYS GALORE!!!


Still time for three quart
 Annie Sloan chalk paint
GIVEAWAY
You have until Monday June 20th to enter.
 and even more ways to win below.
before -- cool door with original paint

What will I be?
Now I love signs and they are the bread and butter of my shops. So...
I was inspired by Pottery Barn sign "Guest Cottage" but wanted a larger appeal.
Linda at
 had this great idea.  I also happened to get the door there.

before sanding down the lettering
I hand letter and figure out spacing the old fashioned way on this type of large scale signage. I use math...you know so many inches divided by # of letters.  I usually chalk or use a watercolor pencil to write it out.
sanded and waxed

shows off the patina
Waa Laaa!

All ready to hang

Now why I love Annie's Chalk Paint?
- It covers anything, no priming or sanding needed,
  with rich texture as it is a "meatier" paint
- You can thin for a wash...love using this over
  other colors
- Many colors options and you can create your own
  shades as well by mixing colors
- It distresses or sands like a charm...
  easy and smooth and you can wax first
  to cut down on dust
- Wax just adds to the patina, enhancing color and
  detailing

Coverage with chalk paint  for lettering really cuts down
on the number of layers you need...love that. 
 I even use it on my small stenciled signs.
I use wax on all my small signs too and use a clear and dark together. 
Often the main body I wax in clear first and add dark where I want it.
AND
YES, I think I kiss better than I cook
and housework definitely does not make me pretty.

GIVEAWAYS GALORE!!!
 I am not the only one sporting some good giveaways from
Annie Sloan and her stockists...

Cedar Hill Ranch
 They have another Wonderfaux Studio
giveaway going on at the same time.
 The winner will be announced this Thursday.


WONDERFAUX STUDIOS GIVEAWAY
ADMITTANCE FOR ONE
FAUX PAINT TECHNIQUE CLASS


on JUNE 11
9 am - 12 noon
THIS IS A $150 VALUE.
 The class will be held at the studio in
Stafford, Texas, south of Houston.
OR

Blue Creek Home

The Giveaway Includes:


One quart Old White Chalk Paint, tin of clear wax,
 tin of dark wax, two small wax brushes,
and a copy of Annie Sloan’s book
“Quick and Easy Paint Transformations"
and one of her own creations, beautiful.

Oh so many ways to win!!!
Molly

Now Market Monday means visit someone new
 who comments here. 
It is fun so spread the love!


Linking to:









Transformation Thursday


36th Avenue

  Furniture Feature Fridays
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67 comments:

  1. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.June 5, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    Awesome sign Molly! The door, the colors, the lettering, holy cow it's perfect! Forget the cooking and housework, you are the sign making queen!

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  2. JillJune 5, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    That door was beautiful to start with and it made an AMAZING sign! And you did the letters by hand? Wow! Major talent.
    --Jill
    jillmadeit.blogspot.com

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  3. Jenn EricksonJune 5, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    Visiting from the Creative Bloggers Party & Hop over at Create with Joy!

    Love, love, love your sign! So beautifully done! I'm looking forward to adding some chalk paint to my crafty repertoire.

    So pleased to "meet" you!

    New follower,
    Jenn/Rook No. 17

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  4. UnknownJune 5, 2011 at 2:20 PM

    Love that big guest sign... how Fab-u-lou-so!
    KAT

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  5. Honey at 2805June 5, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Wow! Love that big guest sign! I have been a friend and follower for quite a while & would love you to visit me and consider same!

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  6. MeganJune 5, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    I love the door sign. . . and happen to have a door just like that waiting for me to do something with!

    Thanks for the inspiration!

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  7. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereJune 5, 2011 at 3:54 PM

    Hi Molly, I hope you had a great weekend! I love the signa nd you are so very talented. Freehand...I wouldn't even consider it.
    xo,
    Sherry

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  8. Honey at 2805June 5, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    Your button: a 3x4 canvas must be beautiful!! So happy you told me.

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  9. WhiteWhispers2uJune 5, 2011 at 5:15 PM

    I love the sign Be My Guest and would buy it myself~Cheers Kim

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  10. RhondaJune 5, 2011 at 6:12 PM

    We Love Us Some Chalk Paint!!!! Thanks for the mention!
    Oh yeah, your signs rock, girlfriend!
    Rhonda

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  11. Kim @ Too Much TimeJune 6, 2011 at 5:15 AM

    Seriously, Molly?!?! I LOVE LOVE LOVE this sign. The original paint, the lettering, and the message are awesome!
    Kim
    www.kim-toomuchtimeonmyhands.blogspot.com

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  12. IdoJune 6, 2011 at 1:07 PM

    Your signs are soooo pretty, I'm in the mood for several for my kitchen, thanks for the inspiration!
    XXXX Ido

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  13. Yvonne @ StoneGableJune 6, 2011 at 6:01 PM

    What sign to choose....????!!!! They are all so fabulous! I am more convinced than ever to try Annie Sloans paints, especially after seeing your great original signs!
    Yvonne

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  14. JulesJune 7, 2011 at 4:25 AM

    So glad I clicked to see what you were up to! LOVE that guest sign. You are simply amazing. And you used MATH!!! Kudos to you on a job well done... I'm drooling! jules

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  15. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsJune 8, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    Gorgeous signs! Love the Be My Guest sign especially. You have convinced me that I need some Annie Sloan paint!

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  16. Cassie BustamanteJune 8, 2011 at 5:39 PM

    love the chippiness of that door! it looks so awesome!

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  17. Joselyn @ The DIY SpotJune 8, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    The color of the "Be My Guest" sign is absolutely beautiful. Love the distressed finish. Nice work!

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  18. RhondaJune 8, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    Your signs are to die for!! Lovin' the Be My Guest!
    I am about to break out in a Disneyfied song and dance routine down here!!!
    Rhonda

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  19. Suzanne@Meridian RoadJune 8, 2011 at 8:40 PM

    That sign is just too cool! I love the old chippy paint and the way your letting looks like it's original to the door.

    Awesome work!

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  20. Southern Junk ChicJune 9, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    Love Love Love them!!! Great job!!

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  21. Jan@southernjunkin'June 9, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    Hey, love the signs and I'm your newest follower!!
    Blessings!!

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  22. The FindeJune 9, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    Super cute!

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  23. DeniseJune 10, 2011 at 8:32 AM

    I love this. I love how it looks old. If I had a barn I would so have to have it! I found you on The 36th Avenue's Let's Party #5. I love creative people and this project is why so I decided to follow you. I hope you will follow me back http://talesfrommyjournal.blogspot.com I can be found in facebook too http://www.facebook.com/DeniseMartin.LillaRose and twitter @DeniseLillaRose If you like/follow me there I will do the same for you. When you stop by my blog, please check out my kind of fashion (hair jewelry).

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  24. Full Circle CreationsJune 10, 2011 at 9:09 AM

    Love it!

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  25. Inspired by youJune 10, 2011 at 7:15 PM

    Love all your signs!!

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  26. Sassy Sites!June 11, 2011 at 12:32 AM

    I LOVE your signs!! Such great ideas! I especially love the "be our guest" sign. :) Thanks for linking up at Sassy Sites for our ffa party! Have a wonderful weekend! xoxo!!

    -Marni

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  27. Perch HomeJune 11, 2011 at 4:15 AM

    Would love to try this paint; your sign is art!

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  28. AntonellaJune 12, 2011 at 4:45 AM

    Oh my this paint is awesome!! I love love LOVE your door!!! I am glad that I followed your link from the 36th Avenue "Share your Awesomeness" Link Party, I too am linking up if you'd like to visit.
    Hugs, antonella
    My post: http://quilling.blogspot.com/2011/06/filigree-friday-free-fathers-day-badges.html

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  29. AnonymousJune 13, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    Don't have a blog, but I love yours! Completed step 1 and 2. Added this to my faves and following you on FB! I have SO been wanting to try this paint! Darci @ Snuggle Bunnies

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  30. hilary@oldhousetrueloveJune 13, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    fabulous signs!

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    Wow, your hand lettering is amazing! Love the chalk paint... never tried it!

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  32. SJ @ Homemaker On A DimeJune 19, 2011 at 6:20 PM

    Hi, friend! I'm admiring all your creativity here. Can you please share them with us at the Creative Bloggers' Party & Hop. Hope to see you there at the party :)

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