I mixed up a batch using the recipe; it came out pretty thick so I added water (too much). I left it sitting uncovered on the carport overnight and it was just right the next day. I will have to say that it is not as smooth as Annie Sloan Chalk Paint, but it does the job. After sanding, it leaves a perfect finish.
I saw this on Pinterest (where else?) and decided that my knife block would be the trial project for the homemade chalk paint. I put 2 coats of the too watered down paint on and left it overnight. The next morning, I sanded the block and put the thickened paint on it. Perfect. After waxing, sanding and distressing, I am pleased with the results.
3 comments:
Hey Rosie! This is the perfect post for me to read! I am wanting to try the chalk paint, but the Annie Sloan is $35 a can at a store in Charlotte! I will have to try the recipe! I love Pinterest and your knife block looks GREAT! Christie Thomas
Looks great. Love the yellow!
Best,
Gloria
just wanted to let you know that i also tried a recipe but it was different from this one...i painted an old stereo cabinet that i found beside the road...it didn't sand quite as well as annie sloan paint but it did compare...it really took the wax good though...i will have to check this out...
ashley @creating love & joy
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