Paint What Your Mama Gave You
Way back when we were searching for the perfect house plan, one of the things we absolutely really hoped to have was a screened porch. And then we got one. And all winter, I dreamed of warm weather, cook outs, and Sunday afternoon naps on that porch. Funny thing was, in my dreams, there was always nice cozy furniture, smart outdoor decor, and great accessories. But, every time I looked out there, the porch was completely empty. And so was my budget for outdoor decor. Then I found that $25 Craigslist table & chairs that I painted & posted about here. It was a start. Next, my mom announced that she was getting rid of all her wicker that’s been on her porch for the past several years. She didn’t think I’d want it because it was literally starting to crumble & the paint was in really bad shape. But, I told her I didn’t care. I’d take it. So we loaded up the truck & moved to Beverleeee. Seriously. On Easter. In our Easter clothes. That’s what I needed a picture of. Here’s a bird’s eye view of all the makeover candidates.
And here’s our spray booth we set up in the back yard for the big project. 
And here’s the guy that married the girl that puts him to work painting the stuff that goes in the house that… okay, forget it. 
There were 15 pieces total, including our old table & chairs that we planned to put on the lower patio. We used oil paint at the recommendation of some experts & we are thrilled with the results. I’ve been sewing like a mad woman for the past week, making seat cushions & pillows. And here’s the result so far. 
Linking this project up at the C.S.I. Project! Check it out!
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April 21, 2010 @ 12:32 pm
beautiful!
April 21, 2010 @ 12:37 pm
Lovely!!!! It looks so slick yet comfy.
April 21, 2010 @ 12:50 pm
It looks GREAT! Love the colors you chose!
April 21, 2010 @ 1:00 pm
Holy cow! Puts my sunroom redo to shame. lol I love it!!!!
~Tana
April 21, 2010 @ 1:08 pm
I love it, I have always wanted a sreened porch and a big front porch with rockers..Don't have either but I do have a wonderful patio. I am so in love with your black and white pillows, the one that has gray in it is gorgous…ENJOY…
Blessings,
Jolyn
April 21, 2010 @ 1:13 pm
Looks perfect! I love the color combo, and the pillows! I am your newest follower!
April 21, 2010 @ 1:20 pm
Oh that is fabulous! I am in love with your outdoor room. A screened porch that is huge! That is a dream!!!
April 21, 2010 @ 1:30 pm
Oh boy, now I am jealous. I don't think I would ever leave that room. What a dream!
All the furniture looks great. Paint is amazing.
Brooke
April 21, 2010 @ 1:39 pm
Beautiful, Julie! So glad you didn't go with a predictable white ~ the black looks fantastic! Nice job on the pillows and cushions, too. What a great space ~ I'm jealous! : )
April 21, 2010 @ 1:44 pm
WOW! Turned out perfect! That's going to be a great place to hang out. I might need an outdoor ottoman to put my feet on when I come over there, though. jk Great job! No wonder Mom wants it back now.
April 21, 2010 @ 1:49 pm
Great transformation. Looks so inviting!!
April 21, 2010 @ 2:09 pm
What a great porch you have! Lucky that you got all that furniture to furnish it! It looks cozy.
April 21, 2010 @ 2:14 pm
Hi Julie – thanks for visiting the other day! Your porch is GORGEOUS – magazine worthy!
April 21, 2010 @ 2:17 pm
It's looking wonderful so far. Such great pieces. I love the colors you are using. The cushions are lovely. Great job. Hugs, Marty
April 21, 2010 @ 2:25 pm
Wow!! You did an awesome job on the cushions1 Love them!
April 21, 2010 @ 2:40 pm
wow, wow, wow! Your screen porch is my dream too! Fun and funny post to read, loved it.
And Im loving those chairs very much! Great job giving them new life. I have a paint sprayer that I can't wait to try out….how was it for you?
Londen
April 21, 2010 @ 5:40 pm
It all turned out gorgeous!! Can I ask why they suggested oil based paint? I have a couple wicker chairs and a sofa that I want to paint soon. Thanks!
April 21, 2010 @ 5:45 pm
I love it! You are so super talented! I check your blog every.single.day.
April 21, 2010 @ 9:41 pm
Thank you Julie for letting me know about the fabric and stopping by. Enjoy that porch..
Hugs,
Jolyn
April 22, 2010 @ 12:50 am
omg, I'm in awe! That is an amazing space! And what you've done with all that furniture is fabulous. Love it.
Autumn
TheFickleHobbyist.com
April 22, 2010 @ 1:40 am
so glad you posted this Julie, We just got an offer accepted TODAY on our new house in OHIO (just 2.5 hours from Kelleigh and Bradley) and we have a lovely sunroom as well and our old white, gross wicker–I was thinking of doing it over in black and now I definetly am going to go with black. It looks stronger and more sophisticated. Evan never wants to sit in it b/c he doesn't think it looks sturdy enough, even though it is… And we didn't have Hobby Lobby in Ca. but they have one in our new town–So glad, missed that store and was envious of all of your creations, now I can do them again myself!!
April 22, 2010 @ 1:58 am
WOW! What a difference! I love the wicker in black! Great job!
April 22, 2010 @ 3:34 am
It is LOVELY!! I'm in envy mode, maybe that will lead to inspiration mode, thanks for sharing!
April 22, 2010 @ 3:38 am
Oh my gosh! Am army of wicker and it looks beautiful in black!
Thank-you for your visit Julie!
love, kelee
April 22, 2010 @ 3:58 am
So gorgeous! I love how it all looks. What a great place to hang out too. I would love to see you stop by and link this up at my Bring In The spring party! This would be a perfect addition. The Party starts tomorrow!
April 22, 2010 @ 4:18 am
Luv the black…I painted my vintage wicker in my screen porch black about 5 years ago and still luv it! Your pillows are so CUTE!
Blessings,
Linda
April 22, 2010 @ 10:57 am
I loved the title of this post. I never say no to ANYTHING.
You are doing a great job, and I have never used oil based paint on wicker.
Does the paint last longer?
Great job.
I am linking to the same party, and I am now a follower.
Laura
White Spray Paint
April 22, 2010 @ 12:44 pm
WOW! That looks beautiful! I would probably have been a BIT overwhelmed at the sight of all that furniture to paint–but you did it and it was worth it, I'm sure–it looks so nice!!! Great job!
April 22, 2010 @ 5:52 pm
It looks great! I love the wicker in black!
Joy
April 22, 2010 @ 7:57 pm
Love it.
April 23, 2010 @ 12:21 am
GORGEOUS! What a beautiful space you created… love the black, greens and blues… my favs!
April 23, 2010 @ 1:18 am
Nice job. The pillows are a great touch. I need to add some pillows on my porch too. I just finished re-vamping chairs and table that my neighbors were throwing out. They look brand new now. 🙂
April 23, 2010 @ 1:38 am
loving that color scheme!
April 23, 2010 @ 4:02 am
Well I found my way back here again through a different link party! I must really be attracted to your type of design. Love the porch and the black wicker.
April 23, 2010 @ 5:18 am
Love your blog and just became a follower….Had a few hours to blog hop tonight……so glad that I stopped here….Be sure and stop by and read about a miracle in our family….
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April 23, 2010 @ 6:18 am
That is super cute! I would love for you to come and link up at check me out saturdays http://www.iamonly1woman.blogspot.com
April 23, 2010 @ 8:18 pm
Beautiful!
Thanks for joing Get Your Craft on Thursaday. Please join me next week for another great party!
April 24, 2010 @ 1:48 pm
I love it! Beautifully done!
April 24, 2010 @ 4:54 pm
Found you from somewhat simple – Love it!
April 25, 2010 @ 2:53 am
So fresh and new looking! They turned out great and your patio is lovely.
Thanks for linking up to Make it Yours Day!
April 25, 2010 @ 3:22 am
What an amazing space! I love all the pieces and I'm so impressed how you pulled them together – Looks like a million bucks! Would love to have you stop by the Sunday Showcase Party if you get a chance ~ Hope you are enjoying your weekend! Your space is stunning – Great Job!
April 27, 2010 @ 5:39 am
Wow, they all look just amazing – and that space of your is just perfect. Thanks for linking up to Be Inspired last week!
Chelsea
April 27, 2010 @ 12:33 pm
Hi,
I followed you over from the Life As Lori link party. I am now a follower of yours. I would really love it if you stopped by and visited me too. Be sure to enter the drawing if you do. Keep up the good work. Rory http://toolsareforwomentoo.blogspot.com/
May 3, 2010 @ 2:08 am
WOAH NURSE!!! When you said screened in porch I was thinking small, and I was wondering what in the world you would do with a 15 piece furniture set. HOLY COW, what a huge beautiful space!! Great refashioning job on the wicker. Yes, you should have gotten a picture of you hauling all of that in your Easter garb. Too funny.
Thanks for joining the parade!
XOXO,
Andy
May 3, 2010 @ 3:23 pm
Wow, it look wonderful to me. Know it was a lot of work, but so gratifying because it is so lovely. You guys did an outstanding job, I would have thought you bought it brand new at
Target or somewhere. Truly beautiful, will be right over for a cook out!! lol
Love the colors you chose as well. I am redoing my bathroom in similiar colors right now.
Great job, and give yourselves a much deserved pat on the back!!
Blessings, Nellie
May 3, 2010 @ 4:56 pm
LOVE it! Those colors are great!!!
May 5, 2010 @ 12:57 am
Wow! You must be so proud of yourself!!!! Beautiful!
July 29, 2010 @ 1:31 am
Seriously amazing. I will definitely be following you to see what else you come up with!
July 30, 2010 @ 11:45 pm
Wowee! I'm impressed! They look brand new! Love the black wicker and the cushions you made! Nice work!
February 2, 2011 @ 9:41 pm
I LOVE your yard!!