A four poster bed DIY chalk paint makeover…
Let’s talk about DIY chalk paint. But first, I gotta tell you a crazy story…
The other day, while driving home, I passed a hitchhiker on the roadside. This forlorn fellow was clearly down on his luck. It was one of those moments when you think, “Gosh, is there something I can do to help?” That’s when I hear my wise mother’s voice in my ear… “Don’t you dare think about stopping the car, Heather!”
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As my mother would undoubtedly tell you, I am, by nature, a rules follower mostly. But I am also a massive pain in the arse…and it was that stubborn streak that made me pull to the side of the road that day.
I picked up the hitchhiker.
Here he was:
Then came the DIY chalk paint. I know I said DIY, but I kinda outsourced that job this time around…
You see, this is one of the things I *LOVE* about chalk paint…it’s so easy to do, and so forgiving, that ANYONE, even this guy…yeah, the guy who can’t even put his pants on the right way…even he can re-finish furniture with this stuff!
I’m not even joking.
DIY chalk paint supplies:
- chalk paint (for this project, we used Annie Sloan Antibes Green)
- chalk paint brush
- clear furniture wax (Annie Sloan clear wax)
- wax brush
- sandpaper, various grit levels
- slightly damp rag for dust removal
After the repairs, a couple coats of Annie Sloan’s Antibes Green paint (make sure you grab an Annie Sloan brush, and another for the waxing…they are pretty clutch tools), some sanding, and two coats of clear wax…
It’s a thing of beauty!
Perfect for a little gal’s room, I think.
But the great thing about this color, Antibes Green, is that it could also play well in a boy’s space!
If it makes you nervous to DIY chalk paint without learning a little bit about the technique, there are DOZENS of great online tutorials.
here
Annie Sloan herself has some on YouTube, so check one or two out to up your comfort level, and then just give it a try. You’ll LOVE the results!
P.S. Green isn’t the only lovely, bold option for the perfect poster bed paint…check out this craigslist poster bed that we painted with another Annie Sloan shade…
This one is Napoleonic blue.
Next time you see a hitchhiker on the side of the road…you may want to think twice before you roll on by.
ℳartina @ Northern Nesting says
Love that color…great makeover!
Nancy Sharp says
I never see pieces like this on the road! That looks like my mom's handmade solid cherry bed she cherished for years. Hers was made in Campbellsville, KY. I love the green you chose. I have got to try chalk paint. It must be the "cat's meow" these days.
Vintage Street Designs says
Fabulous! I LOVE your color choice! Blessings ~ Judy
Deana says
What a fun room! The bed turned out gorgeous and I just love the bedding. Adorable little boy too. I cracked up at his backwards pants!
Our Pinteresting Family says
This is absolutely gorgeous. I love the color.
Sonya~At Home with The Barkers says
GORGEOUS! I hae been wanting to use this color…NOW I must!
Elizabeth Ramage says
What a gorgeous colour and a great makeover. You had me there for a bit and all I could think about was Criminal Minds.
Chrissie Wright says
It is fabulous! I've always wanted to paint a bed green. Love your staging too
[email protected] The Picket Fence says
Love it, and the whole darn room. The best part though is the backwards shorts, make me giggle. Sharing on facebook, thanks for linking up!
ance mist says
In 1981, we had 2 beds like this and I was tired of the maple stain-look and painted them this exact color green;they were right up there in style with their green redo. Then, in 1992, when we were moving to another home, we put them in a garage sale and my friend purchased them with the joyous exclaimation that she was going to sand off all the green color, stain them maple again and give them to her nephews. What goes around, comes around! Moral to this story, SAVE EVERYTHING……..!
Heather says
Exactly! So true!! My bedroom furniture as a child was this SAME shade!
Ann @ My Nearest and Dearest says
That colour is gorgeous! And how cute is your little helper!?
I picked up a "hitchhiker" myself the other day (coincidentally the same day I was having a yard sale. I'm sure my husband thinks I'm nuts!)
Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says
Oh I love that color. I've used it in my home. It just looks stunning on that bed!
Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says
Happy to feature you at our party this morning! Thanks so much for joining us!
[email protected] says
Beautiful! Love how you staged it for both genders.
Dayle Allen Shockley @ A Collection of Days says
Sweet little bed. Green is my favorite color.
Suzanne says
Oh, I love it! And I REALLY love the backwards pants:-)
Beth @ Mary Beth's Place says
Your little helper is adorable! Reminds me of my boys when they were little. And LOVE the bed and color!
Lolly Jane says
Stop it! Best hitchhiker ever! LOVE it!
BRITTANY says
Gorgeous!! What an amazing find!
Michele Reynolds says
Your hitch hiker prettied-up nice! Pinned
Carissa Rasmussen says
I don't think I'd be brave enough to go that bold on a bed! It looks amazing though! I'd love you to share at my link party http://www.carissamiss.com/2014/10/outside-box-no-7.html
Rhonda @ home.made. says
That is gorgeous – love Antibes Green! Makes me want to find a high post bed like this for my daughter and get rid of her trundle!
Tasha @ Designer Trapped in a Lawyer's Body says
Another stunning project from you, Heather! I am featuring this on Think and Make Thursdays tomorrow–thanks so much for linking up. LOVE that green color and kudos to you for rescuing this gem of a bed! Love it!
On Being Bianca ... says
I would say this is one hitchhiker worth the risk! I adore the pop of bright green with your re-do! Thanks for sharing at the Pretty Preppy Party. You know I'm such a fan of every project you do! xx, b @ being-blanca.com
Dana says
I love this! The green is a great color. What is on the walls in the boy bedroom? I love it!!!
Carrie says
I have a thing for green! And I’ve always wanted a green bed for myself. Still searching for the perfect one to refinish. But, yours as solidified it for me! Thanks for the inspiration and for linking up to Friday’s Furniture Fix. Pinning and tweeting it this week!