Well... the best laid plans of men & mice. Not the post I had planned, but whats a girl to do when photos have disappeared ?
I was thinking about a conversation I had with a client and decided to share this with you- Don’t ever be afraid to change the color of an accessory with a little paint !
I had a job to complete and when I went to order the hardware, it was going to be way longer than I anticipated - Ever happen to You ? Of course it does, so I just took my own advice and grabbed a few paints / glazes and about 15 minutes later we had the perfect hardware.
Now to let you see how very simple it is.. just don’t be afraid to experiment with a few good paints. Practice, Practice, Practice... you will get the hang of it !
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The right style, just too dark. |
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| Using copper brown, metallic copper & golds. |
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| See what a little glaze will do ? Perfect now. . . |
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| We used these to hang her drapery panels individually, instead of a long rod - just a little different , but very effective. Don't you think ?
Step one: Use paper or drop cloth to lay out your hardware or other items to paint.
Step two: Mix the color you desire with a small amount of metallic or other “top-coat” in very small amount until you reach the color you think you want. Start with the “base” coat in the color you want- just a little darker because the “glaze” or top coat will lighten or highlight it , making it appear lighter.
Step three: Using a small brush, dip it in paint, then dry brush- ( wiping most of it off ) on a paper towel or the brown paper , then brush across the hardware or
other surface you want to paint. Repeat , making thin coats “brushing” both ways- vertically and horizontally until you have the color you want.
Step four: Let dry for a few minutes and spray lightly with a sealant to protect.
** Don’t be afraid to add a second color- example if you have already used a copper with highlights of gold or pewter, then try adding a bit of a darker brown or plum to it to give it another look. Practice on the paper or a paper plate, combining colors
until you like the way it
looks. Then dry brush away. Best to have a couple of lighter coats than one heavy one.
** My favorite is the brown paper, wiping it off to do the "dry-brush" technique, because you can re-use it from the paint you just took off.. saves paint ! We love to recycle. . .
** Don't worry if you don't have a brush- I have used a damp paper towel. It works just fine. Just a little harder to do the technique. Dab a little easier and lighter.
And if you don't like it , wipe it off quickly with a damp rag.
Try looking at those candlesticks, small box or frames a little differently
now... what color would they look good in this fall ?
Till next time-
Happy painting ! We will have a brand new job completed this next week
to show you & will be adding some FALL to the website.
Diana & Aubrie
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