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Kitchen Accent Table {1st Project with Wood Icing™}

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front of drawersI’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!

before and after tableI 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)

wood icingThe 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.

apply wood icingTo 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).

annie sloan chalk paintI attached the original hardware and I’m done!

wood icing table frontSo, what do you think?

drawer knobHere’s a bunch of photos!

wood icing drawers

drawer side view

completed wood icing tableI’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!

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  1. [email protected] says

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    Wow this is awesome, the texture, the colors, LOVE it all. What an awesome product!!! Pining this to my Up-Cyclced furniture inspirations!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks so much Jacque!

      • Gina says

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        Don’t use dark wax. I think a poly will be best to protect the texture

  2. Michelle says

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    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!

    • howtonestforless says

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      You’re welcome Michelle. Good luck with your piece!!

  3. Sunday Burquest says

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    Totally adorable! I’ve never heard of wood icing, so many cool possibilities! Love it!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks Sunday! I’m totally lovin’ this product so far!

  4. Mary C. Nasser says

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    Love that texture created by the shelf-liner!
    What a transformation!!

    • howtonestforless says

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      THanks so much Mary!

  5. Stacy says

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    Beautiful!

  6. Monica says

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    About the texture I would like to say “Wow”

    • howtonestforless says

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      Haha!! Thanks Monica 😉

  7. Beckie says

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    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!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thank you so much Beckie!! Lovin’ this new stuff. Great product to hide the imperfections of old furniture!

  8. Melissa says

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    Hello gorgeous! I love it!!!!!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks Melissa!

  9. Alyssa says

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    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

  10. Angela says

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    I LOVE it. My favorite part about it is the texture! Great job!

  11. [email protected] says

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    This is AWESOME!

  12. Mar says

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    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

  13. Heather says

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    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!

    • howtonestforless says

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      THanks so much Heather! Can’t wait to check out your site!!

  14. Revi says

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    It’s a great piece, and it looks lovely both ways! 🙂
    -Revi

  15. Rose Wilde says

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    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!!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks so much, Rose! I’m absolutely in love with the product. I can’t wait to start my next piece!

  16. Heather Haymart says

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    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.

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks Heather! You girls are the best. I really appreciate all your help and the great info on new products!

  17. Mary Beth Shaw says

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    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.

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks Mary Beth! I can’t wait to try the fissure next time 😉

  18. Peggy says

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    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

    • howtonestforless says

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      Haha! Thanks Peggy!!

  19. [email protected] decor says

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    The drawers look like they are covered in a nubby linen fabric now~its pretty remarkable stuff!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks Amy! I’m in love!

  20. Vicki says

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    Looks fantastic, how clever! Never heard of wood icing but it looks awesome!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks Vicki! Lovin’ the stuff so far!

  21. Amanda says

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    I love this! I love the texture it gives. I am going to have to find this!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks Amanda! You can get it online from Wood Icing’s website. You’ll love it!

  22. Peggy-PJH Designs says

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    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

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks so much Peggy!

  23. cassie says

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    what a cool and unique look! thanks for sharing!

  24. Judy says

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    I love the new look. The texture is amazing and I think the color combo is perfect. Thanks for sharing at DIYbyDesign.

    • howtonestforless says

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      THanks Judy!

  25. Kathryn Griffin says

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    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

  26. Ashley says

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    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!

    • howtonestforless says

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      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 🙂

  27. Kelly says

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    Turned out pretty awe to the some!! Love the texture 🙂 Thanks for linking up to LLR! Hugs!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks Kelly!

  28. Britni says

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    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!

  29. Sarah says

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    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

  30. Anne says

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    fabulous idea! love the different colours too. new follower here!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks so much Anne!

  31. Stephanie says

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    Terrific project – looks like it was done by a orofessional. The texture is awesome.

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks so much Stephanie!

  32. [email protected] Off Friday says

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    I love that gorgeous texture and those colors!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks Nicole 🙂

  33. debbie says

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    I need this! I have a dresser with drawer problems! It looks great and I love the colors!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks so much Debbie! Hope you’re doing well 🙂

  34. Miss Kitty says

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    Very cool! I saw your post as it was featured by Carolyn from her “Be Inspired” party…congrats!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks Miss Kitty! Such an honor 🙂

  35. [email protected] State says

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    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.

    • howtonestforless says

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      Ooh Sarah, that’s an awesome idea!! If you try it, let me know how it turns out!

  36. Katie says

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    Gorgeous job Erin! I’ve never heard of wood icing… i’m definitely intrigued to want to try some! Love the light color combo!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thanks Katie! LOVE the stuff!!

  37. [email protected] says

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    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

    • howtonestforless says

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      WOW, thanks so much Ginger! Headed over now to check it out!

  38. Betsy says

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    I love this textured look. I’ve never seen this.

  39. I am LOVD says

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    One word: WOW!

  40. Casey says

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    This is such a great idea!

  41. Tara Cashion says

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    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.

    • howtonestforless says

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      You’ll love it Tara!

  42. Terri says

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    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!

    • howtonestforless says

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      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!!

  43. Dana {CraftedNiche} says

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    very cool! I really need to get down to Wood Icing. Ugh.. just tough with my work schedule!

    • howtonestforless says

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      I know what you mean! I always stop by there during my lunch hour 🙂

  44. Kim says

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    That is fabulous!!

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thank you Kim!

  45. Suezi Gurzi says

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    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!

    • howtonestforless says

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      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!

  46. carolynshomework says

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    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

  47. Darlene says

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    This turned out beautifully!! Thanks for sharing!

    • howtonestforless says

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      THanks so much Darlene!

  48. Alix says

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    What a unique piece! What colour is the top and legs?

    • howtonestforless says

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      Thank you! The top and legs are just a white semi gloss paint. I believe I used Valspar.

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