Milk Paint Makes an Old Chair New Again!

 I never use to paint any antiques. I always felt as though it would be ruining the piece. The dark oaks and stains mean the piece is original and old. I have changed my mind.  Lately I really appreciate an antique piece of furniture with a beautiful paint job. Rich colors, bright colors, muted tones.  The milk/chalk paints have inspired me to update some antiques, make them into a statement piece.
     The chair below is an antique that I purchased a few years ago. My kids never liked it, it is a typical Arts & Crafts era chair. Classic. I painted it a pale gray blue (above) and re-stained the inset seat. I added some upholstery tacks and a down filled pillow. Now it is a fun inviting chair. No longer what the kids called "The electric chair".

Altered Couture Magazine / Chica Boom Clothing Pieces

I loved this skirt I made. So much fun putting

two skirts together.  Check out the latest issue of Altered Couture. Available at Barnes & Nobles

and at Joann Fabrics. They have a great Website too.

 This was a 1940's dress that

I embellished a little and changed the hemline

I submitted this skirt

last year and they used it for the Summer issue. Use vintage and antique textiles to

update your existing pieces.

 

I found these old Child size pair of chaps the other day at a flea market. I love all the detail in

the leather. They have canvas down the back with nice metal closures. Made from thick cow hide.

Just a fun piece of cowboy culture.