I didn't love the very dull gold color, so I thought I would try gold leaf on it, a la Miss Mustard Seed, but when I went to Michael's for supplies I found this Glorious Gold Metallic Paint and decided to give that a whirl instead. I think it turned out really well. Not as fancy as gold leaf, but it suits me just fine and was a whole lot less expense and effort. This pic really shows the beautiful color I got with the paint:
Ooooh, shiny! I think the results are pretty awesome. And in honor of Halloween I added a little artwork.
I'm excited to play around with this as part of my dining room decor. I see endless possibilities!
Happy Halloween and Happy Met Monday! May your trick-or-treaters leave behind all your favorites in the bottom of the bowl!
18 comments:
It's gorgeous. The finish is beautiful and making it a chalkboard was a perfect choice.
You knew your dad would come through for ya.
Happy Halloween
Love your chalkboard, it's beautiful!
Debbie
This is such a great chalk board! Looks fabulous! Found you over at Sunday Showcase Party...now a new follower.
Rachel :)
How cool!!! I love it! It's nice a chunky, too!
Love your beautiful chalkboard! Can't ever get my hands on one at Goodwill. I'm your newest follower!
A great find for $15.00, I love how you made it over in the beautiful chalk board. Thanks for sharing, Laura Cottage and Broome
I have been wanting to do a project like this for a while . Beautiful job. Found you via BNOTP and now a new follower!
A very pretty chalkboard!
Happy Halloween and Dreaming under the table..
Stop by for a slice of pie!!
xo
Kay Ellen
Swanky indeed! Looks sensational.
Beautiful finish on the chalkboard! Love the pumpkin on the candlestick, too! Have a great week!...hugs...Debbie
It's (everything) gorgeous! I knew your dad would be able to help.
So swanky! That looks awesome.
I love it, the swankiest chalkboard yet! Happy Halloween
Carol
Love it! What a great idea - and a great price. How handy for writing party menus, birthday messages, etc. Might need to steal this one :-)
Sara
Love that frame. Chalkboard looks great!
Beautiful. The frame is gorgeous and works so well with the chalkboard. I would love for you to add this to my Inspiration Board {link party}. I know my readers would really be inspired. Hope to see you there.
http://carolynshomework.blogspot.com/2011/11/inspiration-board-link-party-22.html
carolyn - homework
That is an excellent idea :D
I love this look. I know most folks go for the white, and I do love it, too. But sometimes you just can't beat a touch of gold for the bling
factor. Gorgeous!
Patti
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