I’m in the process of switching my kitchen over to a lighter color scheme. I had this little accent table sitting in there, mostly holding my tupperware and some serving pieces. Since I don’t have a lot of cabinets, I really wanted to keep this table… just switch it up a bit!
I started by painting the main part of the table white and the drawers in ASCP Duck Egg Blue, but it didn’t have enough pizzazz.
And I’ve mentioned in the past that I purchase all of my Annie Sloan Chalk Paint supplies from a local store called Wood Icing, but did you know that Wood Icing is actually the name of a product they created? Yep! So I decided to give it a whirl.
I gathered my supplies:
- Wood Icing textura paste
- Textured shelf liner
- Off set knife
- Spray bottle filled with water
- Plastic spreader
- Annie Sloan Chalk Paint (duck egg blue and country grey)
The Wood Icing textura paste is a faux finish that can transform your furniture, cabinets and more. You can create your design using stencils, lace, or anything with texture.
To begin I spread the Wood Icing textura paste all over the table drawers using the off set knife (remove all your hardware first!). Don’t worry about the paste being perfectly smooth. Looks like peanut butter, doesn’t it?
For the faux finish I wanted an allover texture. I spotted some shelf liner at Lowe’s and thought I’d give it a whirl. Yep, cheap & easy.
Next I generously sprayed down my textured shelf liners with water and pressed it into the table drawer. Once I had it positioned, I ran over the backside of the shelf liner with my plastic spreader.
When I peeled up the shelf liner up it left this cool pattern!
Do you notice there’s no holes for the knobs? To fix I pressed my screws through the back side of the drawer where the old holes were and the dried textura popped right out!
Now I was ready for some color! I painted the top and bottom drawers in Duck Egg Blue and the middle in the Country Grey (which is really more of a tan).
I attached the original hardware and I’m done!
So, what do you think?
Here’s a bunch of photos!
I’m haven’t waxed the piece yet. I’m trying to decided if I want to do some dark wax to bring out the texture even more, or just coat with some clear wax. I’ll let it sit for a bit and decide down the road.
Yeah, I was a little nervous about painting over such a beautiful table before, but I’m really happy with the end result! And I can’t wait to use more Wood Icing™ in the future! Very cool faux finish. You can actually order it online by clicking here!
Wow this is awesome, the texture, the colors, LOVE it all. What an awesome product!!! Pining this to my Up-Cyclced furniture inspirations!
Thanks so much Jacque!
I love this! We’ll be changing the dresser/changing table in my son’s room and I was thinking about putting it in our dining space as a buffet. While the black would still match the furniture, giving it a little treatment would really spruce up the piece. Thanks for sharing!
You’re welcome Michelle. Good luck with your piece!!
Totally adorable! I’ve never heard of wood icing, so many cool possibilities! Love it!
Thanks Sunday! I’m totally lovin’ this product so far!
Love that texture created by the shelf-liner!
What a transformation!!
THanks so much Mary!
Beautiful!
About the texture I would like to say “Wow”
Haha!! Thanks Monica ;)
Oh my gosh Erin I love everything about this. I facebooked and pinned it. The colors are gorgeous and I think the texture is amazing. I have never heard of that product but that gives such a great effect!
Thank you so much Beckie!! Lovin’ this new stuff. Great product to hide the imperfections of old furniture!
Hello gorgeous! I love it!!!!!
Thanks Melissa!
Wow, I had no idea something could do that to wood. It is super cool, and you did a great job! Love the new color scheme :)
I’d be absolutely tickled if you came by my “place” for a visit, http://www.myclevernest.com.
(the normal tickled, not the creepy kind.)
<3 Alyssa
I LOVE it. My favorite part about it is the texture! Great job!
This is AWESOME!
That looks so much better! I have such a bad habit of starting projects and not finishing them. I’m really loving the texture part of it.
Im a New follower from the networking blog hop. Swing by for a visit when you can!
Mar
http://www.RaisingBean.com
What a wonderful transformation! I love the finish that the “icing” gave. It is wonderful!!! I’m going to have to get some to try….. Excited to be following you, now! Found you at Live. Laugh. Rowe’s weekend hop. Hope you can visit soon?! Have a great week!
THanks so much Heather! Can’t wait to check out your site!!
It’s a great piece, and it looks lovely both ways! :)
-Revi
I am very impressed with your first Wood Icing project Great job and I love the creativity with the shelf liner for the texture. I really like the choice of Chalk Paint(TM) colors. I vote for the clear wax. This looks so fresh and clean. Thanks for sharing!!
Thanks so much, Rose! I’m absolutely in love with the product. I can’t wait to start my next piece!
Oh my gosh Erin, that is amazing! Especially for your first try. It is such a treat to see what other people think of to use for texture ideas with Wood Icing.Thank you for writing about our shop and Wood Icing. I agree with Rose (my mom) clear wax for sure.
Thanks Heather! You girls are the best. I really appreciate all your help and the great info on new products!
I love your clever use of the Wood Icing – creating texture with a shelf liner, genius!! Those Annie Sloan paints rock. I did a child size chair in the Duck Egg (using Wood Icing Fissure which causes the cracking, oh YUM). Anyway, I chose the dark wax because I wanted more of a vintage look. It is really lovely, not too dark at all, subtle in a way that brings out depth without overwhelming it. You can’t go wrong with either color of wax, I think it mainly depends on the context of your room.
Thanks Mary Beth! I can’t wait to try the fissure next time ;)
That is absolutely gorgeous! I have never heard of wood icing before, but I love it! I love the texture and the depth it gave your piece. I also love the colors you chose for it!…pretty jealous of it!
-peggy
Haha! Thanks Peggy!!
The drawers look like they are covered in a nubby linen fabric now~its pretty remarkable stuff!
Thanks Amy! I’m in love!
Looks fantastic, how clever! Never heard of wood icing but it looks awesome!
Thanks Vicki! Lovin’ the stuff so far!
I love this! I love the texture it gives. I am going to have to find this!
Thanks Amanda! You can get it online from Wood Icing’s website. You’ll love it!
I love that stuff! Must try it on something soon! TFS. Won’t you stop by and share at Totally Transformed Tuesday. I know my readers would love to see. Hope to see you there. Peggy
Thanks so much Peggy!
what a cool and unique look! thanks for sharing!
I love the new look. The texture is amazing and I think the color combo is perfect. Thanks for sharing at DIYbyDesign.
THanks Judy!
I have never see that texture before! Fantastic job! I love it! Thanks for sharing. Visiting from Beyond the Picket Fence. Would love it if you would share this at my Make it Pretty Monday party at The Dedicated House. http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2012/07/make-it-pretty-monday-week-7.html Hope to see you at the bash! Wishing you a grand week. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
Your table looks amazing! I’m intrigued, I’m going to have to look into that wood icing stuff…so.many.possibilities. I am curious as to how it would hold up to toddler abuse though…if the icing would chip of crack. Update us if it does!
Thanks Ashley! I have a 4 year old and it’s held up quite nicely this past month thus far! I’ll definitely keep you updated :)
Turned out pretty awe to the some!! Love the texture :) Thanks for linking up to LLR! Hugs!
Thanks Kelly!
WOOOOOOOW!!! I have never seen anything like this, or heard of wood icing. It’s gorgeous! The color and the texture are just WOW! You did an amazing job. I would love if you shared this at my Throwback Thursday link party. http://www.hubbymademe.com/throwback-thursday-no-3/
Thanks so much for sharing. Definitely have to pin this and will be following along with you!
I’m in love with that texture! It makes so a huge statement.
If you get a chance I would love for you to link up your tutorial at my Pin Party on Monday.
http://www.sarahdawndesigns.blogspot.com
fabulous idea! love the different colours too. new follower here!
Thanks so much Anne!
Terrific project – looks like it was done by a orofessional. The texture is awesome.
Thanks so much Stephanie!
I love that gorgeous texture and those colors!
Thanks Nicole :)
I need this! I have a dresser with drawer problems! It looks great and I love the colors!
Thanks so much Debbie! Hope you’re doing well :)
Very cool! I saw your post as it was featured by Carolyn from her “Be Inspired” party…congrats!
Thanks Miss Kitty! Such an honor :)
Ohhhh wood icing sounds like heaps of fun…I wonder if you could add it to a canvas for texture…mm brain whirling into gear.
Ooh Sarah, that’s an awesome idea!! If you try it, let me know how it turns out!
Gorgeous job Erin! I’ve never heard of wood icing… i’m definitely intrigued to want to try some! Love the light color combo!
Thanks Katie! LOVE the stuff!!
Featuring YOU today! Thank you for linking up to {wow me} wednesday.
Ginger @ gingersnapcrafts.com
http://www.gingersnapcrafts.com/2012/08/take-look-at-you-my-favorites.html
WOW, thanks so much Ginger! Headed over now to check it out!
I love this textured look. I’ve never seen this.
One word: WOW!
This is such a great idea!
I am so glad I saw this post on Centsational Girl’s blog. I love the textured look and can’t wait to try the wood icing.
You’ll love it Tara!
Wow, never heard of “Wood Icing”, but it is definitely something I will be checking out. It would be great for covering up “blemishes” on wood…the possibilities are endless. I am sure I am not the first to “pin” this, but I hope it is okay!
You’ll love Wood Icing, Terri. Yep, perfect for hiding blemishes. Can’t wait to start my next project with it. And please, pin away!!
very cool! I really need to get down to Wood Icing. Ugh.. just tough with my work schedule!
I know what you mean! I always stop by there during my lunch hour :)
That is fabulous!!
Thank you Kim!
I just found your blog through Stories from A to Z and I love what you did to your table!! It’s fantastic!! Has the texture on the front of your cabinet held up? I would love to know if you have had an chipping?? Itching to find something to try this on! Love it!
Hi Suezi. Yes, the finished has held up perfectly! No chips at all that I’ve noticed (although the texture does hide imperfections quite well). I would highly recommend! I’m going to be starting another project with Wood Icing soon. I’ve been itching to try it again!
Hi Erin,
I absolutely love your project and wanted to let you know I featured it on my new site Details. A sister site to Homework, Details will spotlight beautiful projects that have the little “details” that make them extremely special. I’d love for you to stop by and take a look. http://carolynsdetails.blogspot.com/
Carolyn
homework
& details