Old Then New.

I've been so intrigued by the post of

many bloggers who use chalk paint.

We've gathered a number of pieces of

old furniture over the years, some of

which is not in the best shape. It's

time to give "new life" to these pieces.

But first I had to learn how to make

then use real chalk paint as a medium.

My first piece to tackle: our original

dining room hutch. We ended up getting

this for free as the company messed up

and instead of picking it up, they just

refunded us our money. We didn't

argue, so it was a win~win for all.

Glass doors taken off the hutch and doors

and drawers removed from the base.

I found many recipes and the first one I

tried mixed up very nicely, so smooth.

Now it's time to paint and now the anxiety

begins to build in my little body and my mind.

First coat goes on nice and smooth.

It's not so bad. I kinda like this.

One more coat and then we'll try our

hand at the waxing. This part is going

to be tricky but we might chalk paint

an old board just to practice the process.

Have you gathered old pieces over the years?

Have you ever used chalk paint to refinish furniture?