Shabby Chic; Volume III

janb5

jumblejack wrote: »

Finished my Lloyd loom storage basket that I picked up on Saturday for £3!!!

Yayyyyyy

http://pinterest.com/pin/425168021044509532/

Hi-your basket is lovely. Did you use spray paint or emulsion?

jumblejack

janb5 wrote: »

Hi-your basket is lovely. Did you use spray paint or emulsion?

Chalk paint and a brush

It was fiddly as I didn't want the holes to be clogged up so had to be meticulous for a change

Seakay

jools002 wrote: »

I'm loving this thread! I've been repainting old furniture for quite a few years now, but usually just do the old plain cream, white or grey. I have a few coffee tables to do and was thinking about selling them on but want to do something different, like stencilling the top with flowers or something. Has anyone got any tips please?

I find the local library a brilliant resource for instructions on crafting activities. If you prefer to see an example being done then YouTube is also great.

chalkysoil

and pinterest ... (I speak as an addict) http://www.pinterest.com/search/pins/?q=coffee%20tables%20painted&rs=ac&len=13

chalkysoil

I should do this with one of my coffee tables.

jumblejack

chalkysoil wrote: »

I should do this with one of my coffee tables.

That's a great idea.

It would make a useful addition to a hallway, especially if you have a trunk or baskets underneath for storage!!!

supersaver1000

jumblejack wrote: »

If you run out of the plaster of Paris, it is £5.99 for 2.5 kilos at The Range

http://m.therange.co.uk/anita's-plaster-of-paris-2.5kg/adult-craft/The-Range/fcp-product/59862

Hi jumble jack. I've actually started painting! I've been a bit of a mis. these past couple of days but picking up the brush has really helped. Hopefully it will turn out okay (gulp!). However if not we have another five chairs in the set. LOL (it really is therapeutic). I was just wondering if you can advise on wax to use please?

Thanks.

Seakay

discussion of waxes from #5512 onwards

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/64735775#Comment_64735775

supersaver1000

Seakay wrote: »

discussion of waxes from #5512 onwards

https://forums.moneysavingexpert.com/discussion/comment/64735775#Comment_64735775

Thank you. Think I am going to try the wilko matt varnish as a couple of people have recommended it. Four coats! But lasts longer than the wax.

jumblejack

I use clear soft beeswax or (as my beeswax has ran out) briwax from eBay.

A large amount for about £8