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Thursday, March 17, 2011

A Little Irish Green

I finished up this green piece today just in time for Saint Patrick's Day!

Temperatures here were in the low 60's. I'd call that lucky!






I just loved the solid, chunky feel of this little chest. It would make a great end table or nightstand. It's a nice departure from all the feminine pieces I'm working on right now - lots of French blues and grays. I almost missed a before picture. My husband came outside to check on me and the next thing I knew he was sanding. He actually likes to sand. Definitely not my favorite part of the job. And doesn't he do a great job? Maybe I can talk him into quitting his day job so he can do all my prep work!








I decided to give spray paint a try on this one, also a departure for me. I think it's because I've been dreaming about a paint sprayer. Yes, literally dreaming about a paint sprayer.









My color of choice was Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch Moss Green in a satin finish.









I liked it so much that I did absolutely no distressing or glazing.

I know, I'm breaking all the rules on this one.









These chunky handles are really cool and very heavy.









I sprayed them with Rust-Oleum's Hammered Black finish.





I finished with a coat of Minwax Wipe-On Poly for durability.
And there you have it, a little Irish green for Saint Patrick's Day!





I hope you're enjoying the luck of the Irish today!


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33 comments:

  1. KatieMarch 17, 2011 at 9:41 PM

    So cute! I love it! And I love where you took the pictures! It's so spring-like! =)

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  2. Cassie BustamanteMarch 17, 2011 at 10:04 PM

    adorable! such a pretty shade of green!

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  3. Ellise @ Charles WhyteMarch 17, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    This looks so classy and well finished, I love it!

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  4. AndiMarch 17, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    love the color! Happy St. Patrick's Day!

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  5. Handy Man, Crafty WomanMarch 17, 2011 at 11:07 PM

    That's a great color! Great job.

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  6. JenniferMarch 17, 2011 at 11:10 PM

    Beautiful! I love the color, I love the knobs, I love it all! Thanks for sharing at The Shabby Nest!
    Jen
    Scissors & Spatulas

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  7. Meagan At Fairly FabulousMarch 18, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    love this piece! I'm with you- it's perfect just with paint. No extras needed. Beautiful! I'm your newest follower from the girl creative. stop by my blog sometime if you get a chance meagan @ www.stayathomemeagan.blogspot.com

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  8. Kim @ A Brush of WhimsyMarch 18, 2011 at 2:21 AM

    What a cutie! Perfect for today! What kind of sprayer are you thinking about getting? :)

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  9. SarahMarch 18, 2011 at 2:23 AM

    I really like this color. Cute!!

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  10. Dropped Stitch KnitterMarch 18, 2011 at 11:09 AM

    I love it! The both the paint color and the handles! It really turned out great.

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  11. Hideaway GirlMarch 18, 2011 at 1:46 PM

    Looks fabulous and I LOVE the green! I just used the same spray paint on dresser handles. Good choice! :)

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  12. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    Dear,
    I think I'd better keep my day job for now------
    with that job I can take days off for golfing.

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  13. ChrissieMarch 18, 2011 at 6:08 PM

    I love thie color of this piece. I think you were smart not to distress, it keeps the eye focused on the lovely color and lines.

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  14. Amanda M.March 18, 2011 at 10:49 PM

    This is GORGEOUS!

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  15. UnknownMarch 18, 2011 at 10:50 PM

    great job. i love the color and the knobs look stunning on it.

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  16. LaVonneMarch 19, 2011 at 2:14 AM

    I love it! I want to start working on some projects after seeing this. Beautiful!

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  17. SkinnyMegMarch 19, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    Love the color, spray paint is my new bff, it's sooo much easier than rolling it on :) Too bad we can't just mix it up in any color we want!

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  18. oops!March 19, 2011 at 12:26 PM

    Looks perfect! I am going to have to try Moss green now! Spray paint is expensive but so much faster than rolling it on! A Sprayer would be Heaven! Hope your dreams come true!

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  19. Rachel @the house redeemedMarch 19, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    That is so beautiful! The color is wonderful. My husband uses a paint sprayer and he swears by it!! Thanks for sharing your project :)

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  20. AnonymousMarch 20, 2011 at 10:16 AM

    I love the color, turned out great!

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  21. KeiMarch 20, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    Such a gorgeous colour! It looks fab!

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  22. The Robin and SparrowMarch 20, 2011 at 5:59 PM

    Thank you for stopping by my studio for a visit. I love the side table redo! You've inspired me to get busy on three pieces of mine!
    ~clare

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  23. Miss Gracie's HouseMarch 20, 2011 at 10:32 PM

    That is such a happy color...love it!
    Rene

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  24. gail@My Repurposed LifeMarch 21, 2011 at 10:28 AM

    huh what? no distressing, or glazing! :)
    I always think that, but then when I do it I'm glad.
    Happy that you decided not to on this piece, adorable!
    gail

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  25. Lindsey March 21, 2011 at 12:15 PM

    Love how this turned out! I really love the hardware. Thanks for sharing!

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  26. Holly LefevreMarch 22, 2011 at 2:14 AM

    I almost always distress, well, everything...I have to remind myself it does not always need it...case in point. This is gorgeous.

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  27. Amy TaylorMarch 22, 2011 at 9:12 AM

    I love this! What a beautiful color! I featured you over at Just Pleased as Punch . Check it out!

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  28. AnonymousMarch 22, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    Adorable!! The color is a perfect aqua.

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  29. Brandy J.March 23, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    I just found your blog and am your newest follower. I LOVE the color of this table. You did an amazing job and have left me totally inspired!

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  30. DebbiedoosMarch 25, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    Fantastic color choice on this piece. It was pretty dreadful before. I love how paint can just bring so much beauty and new life to anything. I thank you so much for joining in on my color my world party.

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  31. AnonymousMarch 26, 2011 at 10:54 AM

    great color! :)

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  32. The Single NesterApril 7, 2011 at 4:17 PM

    I so love this color and outcome of the project. Lovely!

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  33. RhiannonMay 17, 2011 at 3:48 PM

    oooh she would look fab with my stools I just painted!!

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