Sunday, August 7, 2011

The Little Stool

The other day I posted a photo of a stool that was a trash find, knowing it was about to get a make over.
I used some drywall paint and a stamp and distressed it a bit for a Shabby Chic/French feel.


 This was the before...

Posted by The Vintage Farmhouse at 7:15 AM

40 comments:

  1. Connie (aka LOU)August 7, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    I absolutely LOVE this. You have great vision. Went totally from nondescript to WOW.

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  2. Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage DesignsAugust 7, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    I love it Nicki !!! What kind of ink did
    you use ?

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  3. The Vintage FarmhouseAugust 7, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    @Lori @ Katies Rose Cottage Designs

    Archival Ink, it's fade resistant and waterproof. I bought it at michaels with a coupon so it was fairly inexpensive. I've been using it on everything including fabric!

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  4. Kelly (Seaux Southern)August 7, 2011 at 7:41 AM

    It turned out great! Big difference between before and after. Love It!

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  5. ChristineAugust 7, 2011 at 7:53 AM

    Drywall paint? Cool. It turned out really awesome. I liked the original shot too because I could totally see something new out of it. :)

    Thanks for the tip on the inkstamper. What do you seal it with?

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  6. The Vintage FarmhouseAugust 7, 2011 at 8:02 AM

    @Christine
    I haven't sealed it yet, but I am probably just going to use some clear varnish.
    I love the drywall paint! My dad gave me a 5 gallon bucket he didn't need and I have been using it on a lot of stuff. It kind of looks like some of the chalk paint projects I have seen but without the high cost!

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  7. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeAugust 7, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    It looks fabulous. I love it. Such a great idea. Hugs, Marty

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  8. Ruby JeanAugust 7, 2011 at 9:29 AM

    AAHH!!! makes me wish I didn't pass up a stool that looked just like that on the side of the road... You did a Beautiful job..and Love the dry wall paint idea... : )

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  9. SueAugust 7, 2011 at 9:58 AM

    Love, love your new little stool, Nicki! I guess I should go find me a fun stamp w/my coupon. I've never heard of drywall paint- what makes it different from regular house wall paint? Are you getting ready for your sale? :-) Sue

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  10. Katie @ Wildwood CreekAugust 7, 2011 at 10:31 AM

    So pretty! I love script--it just seems to add a bit of dreaminess.

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  11. UnknownAugust 7, 2011 at 10:50 AM

    a lovel transformation!!

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  12. UnknownAugust 7, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Nikki, looks cute are you selling it at the sale? I read you went to straw town the other night you went right past me house....

    Pattie

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  13. Amy ChalmersAugust 7, 2011 at 12:23 PM

    So cool Nicki. I love that you are using new to blogland products as well. I love the script all across the stool..so sweet.

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  14. VersedinvintageAugust 7, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    Love the drywall paint tip! This turned out fabulous!

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  15. Sissie's Shabby CottageAugust 7, 2011 at 2:25 PM

    Very cute! Love it!!

    hugs
    Sissie

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  16. Vintage Country GirlAugust 7, 2011 at 2:54 PM

    What a good idea...a stamp....never thought of that. Brilliant!

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  17. DonnaAugust 7, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Wow, what an amazing transformation! If only the former owners could see it now! Love the stamp that you used, tres chic!!!

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  18. Sandi~A Cottage MuseAugust 7, 2011 at 4:41 PM

    Tres chic!

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  19. Lori LucasAugust 7, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    She is a charmer, that is for sure. No one would ever guess her 'ugly duckling' beginning in life! Great job. Lori L

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  20. SandiAugust 7, 2011 at 6:28 PM

    So neat Nicki! I also love the archival ink! I have never heard of drywall paint either. Now I have to go on a hunt for some. :)
    Blessings~

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  21. Designed by ChanceAugust 7, 2011 at 6:38 PM

    Love this bench. It is really nice. Love that you did the top with a stamp, very cool.

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  22. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsAugust 8, 2011 at 4:36 AM

    I love it, Nicki! What a big impact that transformation made to this stool!

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  23. Patricia @ 9th and DenverAugust 8, 2011 at 8:35 AM

    Too cute!
    I wouldn't want to put my feet on there... LOL! Pat

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  24. .August 8, 2011 at 8:36 AM

    I love that you stamped it! Stamping is way easier than stenciling. It looks wonderful! :)

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  25. stefanieAugust 8, 2011 at 9:40 AM

    oh, my gosh!!! not bad at all!
    thanks for that idea, that would be great...off to look!

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  26. KellyAugust 8, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    SOOO cute! I found this on Craftomaniac. Totally pinning it!

    I'm following you now. Come visit!


    Kelly

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  27. AnonymousAugust 8, 2011 at 1:59 PM

    Looks just amazing! Beautiful job!

    You are SO creative...Please consider being apart of Miracle Makeover Week for kids with cancer... Met Monday will feature next week...for more on how to create a post for it go to www.designgivesback.com

    love, kelee

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  28. Debra@CommonGroundAugust 8, 2011 at 3:45 PM

    Hi Nicki, I'm in love with this darling stool. Love the tecnique you used with the ink and stamp. I really want to try this! xoxo Debra

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  29. CynthiaAugust 8, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    Wow, I totally would have passed up that stool, but it looks awesome now!

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  30. Rosemary@villabarnesAugust 8, 2011 at 7:46 PM

    Love what you did!

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  31. katecreativesalvageAugust 8, 2011 at 9:48 PM

    Hi Nicki,
    I love the stool, the stamp printing, so cool, I have to try the paint, its so nice,
    martha

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  32. CoopDeVillaAugust 9, 2011 at 5:27 AM

    Well, I love it! I too have a little white stool that is just sitting with a painted white top and it looks pretty boring. time to get stamping.

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  33. Julia @ 551EastdesignAugust 9, 2011 at 11:38 AM

    Wow, what a change!

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  34. Cassie BustamanteAugust 9, 2011 at 4:50 PM

    so pretty! it looks awesome- i don't usually paint stools- i like to do dressers- but i will have to rethink next time i see one!

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  35. Mona Kay GormanAugust 9, 2011 at 7:12 PM

    Wow, that is beautiful!!

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  36. Lizard RaeAugust 10, 2011 at 6:56 AM

    That's beautiful! How large was your stamp?

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  37. Korrie@RedHenHomeAugust 10, 2011 at 8:06 PM

    Gorgeous! That's a stamp?? I'm amazed.

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  38. (eddas) August 11, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    Really NICE :)
    hugs

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  39. UnknownAugust 15, 2011 at 11:00 PM

    I featured your adorable stool today: http://adiamondinthestuff.blogspot.com/2011/08/time-to-shine-features-no-30-winner.html

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  40. JennAugust 17, 2011 at 8:53 AM

    I love the bench! I am amazed by what you can do with a stamp.
    Visiting from A Bowl full of Lemons.

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