Create a Distressed French Vintage Look With Chalky Finish Paint
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Ashley Rader {Giddy Upcycled}
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$35
3 Hours
Found a steal on some frames at a yard sale, or have old frames around your house that are taking up dust?
A couple of months ago I was out at a couple of garage sales, and I came across this beautiful carved wood frame, for only 10 bucks.
A couple of months ago I was out at a couple of garage sales, and I came across this beautiful carved wood frame, for only 10 bucks.
A couple of days later, I came across a HUGE box of bulk 25 gorgeous but gently used frames at a garage sale, for only $25!! And these were no dollar store frames, either. They were all in the 5×7 – 8×10 size, with thick ornate frames. They weren’t actual antiques, but they could certainly be made to look like antiques.
Step 1: Gilding or Spraying the Frames
Step 2: Paint the Frames With Chalk Paint
Step 3: Sanding – VERY IMPORTANT PART OF THE TUTORIAL HERE !!
Step 4: (Optional) Stenciling
And wha-la!! Beautiful, french inspired vintage frames used as wall art - this display covers my entire living room wall and cost me about $40 in total!
I tried to capture how they look, but the photos don't quite do them or the coloring justice - the wet sanding created just the perfect amount of distressing, allowing the gold to peak through.
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Published September 18th, 2014 6:53 PM
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