Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Updating a Tired Old Frame

Have an old frame that needs a color facelift? 
Let Dixie Belle Mineral Chalk Paints work their magic.

Using Sea Glass and The Gulf with a light swipe of Best Dang Wax Clear, at the end; I was able to transform this tag sale frame for my next DIY project.


Here is the frame, after a wipe-down with a damp cloth.


A light coat of Sea Glass with a chip brush.


I used a dried, used, chip brush to scrape off back to the original color; in just a few places. 
(It's easier when the paint has dried to the tacky stage).



Haha, I forgot to remove the sticker from the sale.


I mixed a little of the Sea Glass into The Gulf for a custom color.



I used the same used and dried brush to scrape on the new custom color in places.


When it completely dried I used a soft paper towel to add a light coat of the wax, wiping off the excess. It can be buffed to a great shine.


Here you can see where I used the leftover custom paint.
This will be part of a DIY project you will see in a future post. Hint: think office organizing!


If this post has been helpful for you, please let us know.

Ciao for now,
-Trish Alger


1 comment:

  1. wonderful, I can't wait to see the finished items for your office!

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