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    Home » Painted Furniture » Painting Bar Stools And Stenciling

    Painting Bar Stools And Stenciling

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    Painting bar stools and adding a pretty design will jazz up your kitchen.

    Hey guys! Remember a few weeks ago when I posted about being a Plaid Creator? If you missed the announcement, I’ll catch you up to speed. Why I Painted My Bar Stools FolkArt Home Decor Imperial Red Petticoat Junktion Plaid Creators project

    Plaid Crafts is celebrating their 40th anniversary this year and as part of the celebration they put together the first Plaid Creators team. We will be sharing creative projects of all kinds and inspiring you to get your craft on in 2016.

    Plaid debuted their Top 10 Hot Trends for 2016 and I chose the “Comfort” trend as inspiration for my first project.

    Why I Painted My Bar Stools Imperial Red Petticoat Junktion

    To say the pair of bar stools at the end of the bar/counter in our kitchen are boring is a bit of an understatement. Time for a makeover.

    FolkArt Home Decor craft supplies Petticoat Junktion Imperial Red Paint Project

    The color I chose for the bar stools is Imperial in FolkArt® Home Decor Chalk. The color is a beautiful, vibrant red. My dear mother always loved red. It was, and I guess still is, her favorite color. As most of you know, my mom is suffering from Alzheimer's. We visited her in Arkansas last month and she was wearing a lovely red robe my sister got for her. When I looked at the color board for the FolkArt Home Decor Chalk I knew immediately what color the stools would be.

    Paint Project Imperial Red FolkArt Home Decor Chalk Petticoat Junktion

    The JTS (Junktion Technical Specialist, aka my hubby) is getting pretty good at this photography thing. I adjust the settings on the camera and he clicks away.

    FolkArt Stencil Brushes Paint Supplies Petticoat Junktion project

    You guys know I couldn’t just brush on a coat of paint and be done. The stools needed to be gussied up with a few flowers.

    How to stencil with a dry brush Petticoat Junktion Imperial Red project

    I taped the stencil to the stool…..poured a small dab of Vintage White FolkArt Acrylic Paint onto a paper plate…..dipped the stencil brush in the paint……brushed almost all of the paint off on a paper towel…..then started stenciling. The secret to stenciling is a really, really, really dry brush.

    dry brush stenciling project Petticoat Junktion

    I stencil by making small circles over the stencil. Some DIY’ers prefer a sponge brush and pouncing. What ever works! I started stenciling at one end of the stool and moved the stencil down as I went. The little dots on the stencil serve as registers……makes for easy alignment.

    distressing furniture paint Petticoat Junktion

    I’m not called the “Queen of Distressing” for nothing. I used 100 grit sandpaper to lightly distress the stool. The flowers recede into the paint and don’t look like they are just sitting there.

    applying FolkArt Home Decor Wax to painted furniture Petticoat JUnktion

    For the finishing touch I brushed on FolkArt Home Decor Clear Wax. I let the wax dry overnight then buffed it with a white lint free cloth.

    stenciled flower design Petticoat Junktion

    Ta-dah! The bar stools aren’t boring now. The beauty of stenciling is the perfectly imperfect look. You don’t want all of the flowers or any stenciled detail to be perfect. Looks too store bought, not one of  a kind.

    List of Products for this project:

    FolkArt Home Décor Chalk- color Imperial
    FolkArt Home Décor Clear Wax
    Folk Art Chalk Brush and Wax Brush
    FolkArt Layering Stencil- Fleur de Lis
    FolkArt Stencil Brushes
    Vintage White FolkArt Acrylic Multi-Surface Paint – Vintage White

    Imperial Red Folk Art Home Decor Chalk Furniture Project Petticoat Junktion 1

    I can’t wait to hear Granddaughter Sofi’s comments on the stools. She pulls a one of the bar stools up to the oven every Friday night when we make chocolate chip cookies.

    Well, that’s my first project as a Plaid Creator. What do you think of the red…..and the flowers?

    As part of Plaid’s 40th Anniversary Celebration they will be sharing throwback crafty trivia, highlights about the history of crafting, and special giveaways all year long. 

    As always thanks for being here, Kathy

     

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    Comments

    1. Stephanie

      February 21, 2016 at 7:28 pm

      I love how they turned out!!

      Thanks for sharing at #HomeMattersParty!!

      Reply
    2. Pamela

      February 18, 2016 at 10:35 am

      Just that little pop!!! Beautiful! Gives your kitchen that little extra.

      Reply
    3. sara

      February 17, 2016 at 11:13 pm

      These look so great! Thanks for linking up at #merrymonday link party!

      Reply
    4. Brooke

      February 17, 2016 at 11:26 am

      They look great. Love the red. Makes them stand our more and love how you stenciled the top. Very creative. Thanks for sharing.

      Reply
    5. Dixie Lee

      February 16, 2016 at 6:57 am

      Good job! They look great. I'll be interested to hear how the tops hold up - whether you need another coat of wax after people start sitting on them?

      Reply
    6. Debrashoppeno5

      February 15, 2016 at 6:44 pm

      The red is so pretty and eye catching. Of course I agree with your Mom, red is my favorite color also. The stools look terrific and the flowers really give them a one of a kind look.

      Reply
    7. Laura Strack

      February 11, 2016 at 8:25 pm

      Your stools are cute! I agree with everyone, they look great with your cabinets!!

      Reply
      • Kathy Owen

        February 11, 2016 at 8:38 pm

        Thank you Laura.

    8. [email protected] of a Serial Do-it-Yourselfer

      February 11, 2016 at 11:47 am

      Those are just beautiful, Kathy and I love the flower detail on top. Your mom would be so touched if she knew the inspiration behind them! XO

      Reply
      • Kathy Owen

        February 11, 2016 at 8:38 pm

        Thanks for the sweet comment Christy!

    9. Jen @ Girl in the Garage

      February 09, 2016 at 1:42 pm

      I love red too. What a fun bright color to add to your kitchen!

      Reply
    10. Marie, The Interior Frugalista

      February 09, 2016 at 9:26 am

      Red is my favorite color too and I'm loving the pop of red and the pretty floral stencil pairs well with your drapery panels. Pinning to share!

      Reply
    11. Ruth

      February 08, 2016 at 11:30 pm

      Love the red stools !!!

      Reply
    12. Gracie Redfield

      February 08, 2016 at 6:58 pm

      Beautiful re-do! Your bar stools bring back memories---all the way to 1967, when I was a new bride. I purchased bar stools identical to yours, and painted them a vibrant red.

      Reply
    13. [email protected] Hunt & Host

      February 08, 2016 at 5:57 pm

      The red is great, but those little flowers are perfection. I really need to start using more touches like that ..it looks so easy! Thanks for the great tips!

      Reply
    14. Amy @ Highstyle Restyle

      February 08, 2016 at 2:27 pm

      I absolutely LOVE the red! It's my favorite color and it looks beautiful in your kitchen! I'm sure your grandmother would adore them too. The stencil was a nice touch and gives a little oomph to the plain stools! I'd love to hear what your granddaughter thinks of them. 🙂

      Reply
    15. Judy

      February 08, 2016 at 1:45 pm

      Red is one of my favorite colors. The stools are terrific. They just pop in under the counter.

      Reply
    16. Sherry Fram

      February 08, 2016 at 1:19 pm

      Love the barstools Kathy! Love the red and the stenciling! So cheerful!

      Reply
    17. regina

      February 08, 2016 at 12:59 pm

      Excellent!!

      Reply
    18. Vineta @ The Handyman's Daughter

      February 08, 2016 at 11:48 am

      I love the red! It really stands out next to the cabinets. The flowers on top were a cute touch!

      Reply
    19. Mary-the boondocks blog

      February 08, 2016 at 11:12 am

      That stencil on top takes it to the next level! It looks great!

      Reply
    20. Renée

      February 08, 2016 at 10:08 am

      Bravo Kathy, j'aime beaucoup ce rouge et le clin d'oeil à votre Maman.

      B eaucoup d'amour entre vous.
      Bisous
      Renée

      Reply
    21. Larissa ~ Prodigal Pieces

      February 08, 2016 at 9:23 am

      That red is stylin'! Perfect color and that stencil is adorable too. Great pick, Kathy!

      Reply
    22. Bobbi Jo

      February 08, 2016 at 7:40 am

      I absolutely love the deep red color! It is the perfect about of pop for the kitchen. I think Sofi is going to be so excited about them being red and having flowers. She will love it!

      Reply
    23. Krys

      February 08, 2016 at 7:11 am

      Good Morning Kathy~ The stools look great! They bring out a hint of red in your cabinets. Just the right amount for a pop of red.

      Reply
      • Susan Maclean

        February 08, 2016 at 7:27 am

        Terrific job there! I couldn't stop at the stools, I would have to do the island too!

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