How I Met Chalk Paint: A Love Story
A few weeks ago, I got some really great news that I had won a Chalk Paint giveaway over at Perfectly Imperfect sponsored by Classic Wall Finishes. I had heard talk of the wonders of this famous Chalk Paint all over blogland & wanted to try it for myself, so I was totally thrilled when I found out I’d won!I was contacted by Patty at Classic Wall Finishes & she gave me the low-down on how great this stuff is, along with some tips for my project. She is very knowledgeable & has been using Annie Sloan’s European paint for years. She shares her paint business with her sister is now a stockist, making this great paint available to us here in the U.S.!The project I had in mind for this paint was a dining table & chair set I found at Goodwill in the fall for a lovely $20. I had considered using the chairs in my dining room, but they were in pretty rough shape, so my husband talked me out of it.
The chalk paint gave it the finish it was meant to have. It started out as a goldish-brown dining table that probably had its best days in the ’70’s, but ended up looking like a European ladies’ desk. I gave it two coats of Old White, distressed it a little, then finished it off with a coat of the Soft Wax–just rubbed it on & buffed it out.
This paint really is super-easy to use. The thing I love best is that it requires no priming or sanding, you just start painting away.And the result is a perfectly imperfect European finish. 
Would this not be the perfect desk for a Mom Cave?
If you’ve been considering trying this paint, you should. Visit Classic Wall Finishes & see everything they have available. And if you need me, I’ll be in the Guest Room…
Sharing this project with a few of these parties…
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May 10, 2011 @ 9:53 pm
Love it. It turned out fabulous and I love the chair also. Hugs, Marty
May 10, 2011 @ 10:22 pm
Beautiful lady's desk and chair. This new chalk paint made a fantastic transformation. I am thinking of trying a new project with chalk paint. Do you have to use the distressed method? I have never done that and am just a little nervous.. You ladies out there do it so well, I am afraid mine will just look scarred. Is there a special technique for distressing?
Thanks for sharing this beauty. Hugs, Ginger
May 10, 2011 @ 10:31 pm
so nice! just did two 1896 twin beds in old white too. i am going to do some hand painted details too. stop by later this week to see.
May 10, 2011 @ 10:47 pm
Okay- That does it! I am going to HAVE to order some and try it! It is unbelievable the projects I have seen done with this. I am amazed at the coverage..and wonder too if you have to distress it to make it look right!? Hugs- Diana
May 10, 2011 @ 10:50 pm
I have to try this paint! I am hearing and seeing so many amazing things! This is a beautiful piece! Congrats on being so dang talented!
May 10, 2011 @ 11:05 pm
I love it!! How much paint to use use on it?? I'm wanting to try some, but it's pretty pricey to get shipped!
Megan
May 10, 2011 @ 11:08 pm
love it … it turned out beautiful.
May 10, 2011 @ 11:09 pm
That looks great, Julie! Has the hubster reconsidered his thoughts on it? : ) I think it would make a great desk in a Mom cave. When I get to do one for myself, I want to have enough desk/table top because I like to keep what I'm working on out and in view. Something with a large top will allow me to do that and not feel cluttered. I do want to give this paint a try having read about it all over blogland, and I'm hoping to hear back about an inquiry I made. So maybe soon!
May 11, 2011 @ 12:13 am
Just beautiful!
May 11, 2011 @ 1:53 am
Gorg! where do you buy the chalk paint? only online? I must have some!
May 11, 2011 @ 2:27 am
that looks sooo beautiful! iw ish my room was big enough to have a desk, too! how nice!
May 11, 2011 @ 2:56 am
haha! can i just second cassies comment as i was going to say the same thing! it sooo pretty = )
May 11, 2011 @ 3:43 am
my goodness gracious! first of all, your guest room is huge. and i'm jealous! second of all, and most important… that table is b.e.a.utiful and looks so incredibly awesome as a desk! no priming? no sanding? must.try.chalk.paint.asap.
May 11, 2011 @ 3:56 am
I LOVE IT!!!
May 11, 2011 @ 3:59 am
Its beautiful. I can't wait to try my hand at the chalk paint!
May 11, 2011 @ 4:22 am
This is SENSATIONAL!!!!
May 11, 2011 @ 1:00 pm
Simply beautiful!
May 11, 2011 @ 2:19 pm
How have I never heard of this amazing Chalk Paint before? The table and chair look fabulous! I've been itching to redo a piece of furniture lately. Think I might head out the door and go scour some thrift stores. đŸ™‚ Thanks for the inspiration!
May 12, 2011 @ 2:06 am
It turned out gorgeous! I really need to try this paint, everyone that has used it seems to just love it. Thanks for the link xoxo
May 12, 2011 @ 7:55 am
That is just gorgeous! I've been wondering about Chalk paint! You're right the finish is perfect! Looks beautiful in the bedroom!
xo
Robin
All Things Heart and Home
May 13, 2011 @ 4:54 pm
wow, they really look great!! Great goodwill find too!
May 13, 2011 @ 7:50 pm
Wow! Now thats a transformation its so creamy and luxe. Great room too.
May 14, 2011 @ 2:27 am
It's simply gorgeous. I love it in your bed room, it reminds me of a suite that way. Everyone needs a table they can quietly work at and this is perfect. Stopping by via SNS link party, have a wonderful weekend, xxx tami
May 14, 2011 @ 2:30 am
Oh my!!! That is a beautiful transformation!!!
May 14, 2011 @ 3:14 am
You certainly needed to win that paint because you made such good use of it. The desk/table is so pretty and looks perfect in that room.
May 14, 2011 @ 3:15 am
It turned out wonderful. So beautiful
May 14, 2011 @ 3:19 am
Lovely! Perfect for a mom cave.
May 14, 2011 @ 3:35 am
I'm in LOVE! This turned out beautifully! I just ordered some chalk paint….cannot wait to try it out!!
May 14, 2011 @ 4:53 am
Love how the table turned out! I've been wanting to try this paint.
May 14, 2011 @ 10:04 am
A real beauty! Fantastic job.
~Pam
pamspaintparlor.typepad.com
May 14, 2011 @ 1:08 pm
the desk came out awesome!
May 14, 2011 @ 6:15 pm
Lovely! It looks so elegant and expensive now. I so want to try chalk paint. You have a gorgeous room and the colours are lovely.
May 15, 2011 @ 4:45 pm
oh, I really need to get some of this paint!!!
May 15, 2011 @ 10:07 pm
I love this! I'd like to invite you to post it on Masterpiece Monday at Boogieboard Cottage. The link will be up all week, I hope you can join in. Have a nice week, Mary :O)
May 15, 2011 @ 11:47 pm
The table is gorgeous.I love that you used it as a desk.
May 16, 2011 @ 1:23 am
I love it! How do you apply the wax? Is it used just for protection? Does it add a sheen?
May 17, 2011 @ 2:28 am
Wow. Just discovered your blog through West Furniture Revival. So glad I did! Great table. I just fell in love with chalk paint myself!!
May 18, 2011 @ 1:04 am
Can I have this desk please? LOVE it! I've never heard of this paint, but might try it for my next project instead of priming, painting, sanding, yada yada! Great job!
Jen
Scissors & Spatulas