What do I do with this thrift store find?
So i found this cute lil guy at a thrift store for $10. The decoration on the top seems to be drawn on paper then laquered on i am assuming? I was thinking of doing the entire thing in a charcoal chalk paint then go over just the legs with white chalk paint then distressing the leg details to show the grey through... Any suggestions??? ***photos attached this time-sorry guys***
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I love your idea, post photos once it's complete!
Jennifer: Gosh! It IS a beauty. Follow your instincts... Paint is only wasted when it stays in the can!
Certainly worth $10! Think you have a good plan too. Hope you will post when complete. 🌞 Have fun! If the top looks to stark, you can always stencil on something pretty.
Sounds like you have a plan! And it sounds like a good plan!
Yes, look up Cutting Edge Stencils, they have really nice designs and they have the best price on the internet! They have lots of pictures and stencils to please you!
Have someone take a look at who knows antiques before you alter it. Once you paint there’s no going back. If there is no hope it is an antique paint away!
Sell it to me!! HAHAHAHAHAHA
Sounds like a great idea... post pictures when you finish!
Thanks to everyone for their help and ideas!!!! This is what i did! Still need to clear coat it but i am really happy with it being my first chalk paint project!!!!