It's turned warmer, the sun is out and we're back in our gardens for bbqs, drinks and sun worshipping! Is your outdoor space looking a little lacklustre? Could it do with a bit of a zhuzh? Give it a spruce up by getting creative with paint and other products from Shabby Nook!
Chalk and mineral paints are all perfect for outdoor projects, andDixie Belle Silk Mineral Paint,Fusion Mineral PaintandPosh Chalkproducts don't even need a top coat! You can paint wood, plastic, metal or ceramic surfaces. Just make sure to remove any loose paint and give things a good clean and prep before you start. Here are a selection of upcycled garden projects that have caught my eye.
A dull red plastic chair was transformed to something soft, chic and stylish withInglenookby Fusion Mineral Paint.
Tracey's Fancy revamped a plain ceramic pot withMermaid Tail,Antebellum Blue,Pure OceanandGilding Waxby Dixie Belle.
Carbon BlackandGreen FhthaloSmooth Metallic Pastes,Blue PrussianAqua Patina,Black GraphiteandVintage GoldTextured Pastes, andPale Gold Pigmentsby Posh Chalk bring stunning colour and texture to this garden ornament created by Woodubend.
Old fashioned metal flower pots were brought up to date with Fusion Mineral Paint. A coat ofUltra Gripwas applied first to help the paint stick to the smooth surface. An undercoat ofUpper Canada Greengave a nice clean looking surface to dry brush withmetallic paints.
A garden bench is freshened up with Dixie Belle Chalk Paint inMint Julep.
An adirondack chair bringing the colour with Fusion Milk Paint inHawaiian Hibiscus.
Dixie Belle Paint Fall Colours Limited Edition - SALE!
September 2021 saw the limited release of 5 autumnal shades from Dixie Belle Paint Company. These colours have now been discountinued but we still have some available at Shabby Nook - AND they currently have 25% off! Get yours before they're gone!
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Voodoo Gel Stain - Au Naturel!
Voodoo Gel Stains are a water-based, translucent gel stain with no odour and a new colour has been released - Au Naturel! Thisis a light and airy tone that is perfect for creating a neutral, organic look. Voodo gel stain can be mixed with paint or wax or used alone.
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No Pain Gel Stain - 2 New Colours!
Dixie Belle Paint No Pain Gel Stain is an oil-based gel stain that provides deep and rich coverage. It is easy peasy to apply! Use on painted or unpainted surfaces. Now available in Golden Ash (a light gold) and American Honey (a warm gold)!
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Would you believe this cute pair of cabinets started out as orange pine? Connie Clarke fromFAFF Designstransformed them to something really special using Dixie Belle's new colour Voodoo Gel Stain -Au Naturel.
The insides and back of the cabinets had previously been painted in thick gloss - so Connie cleaned them up withWhite Lightningand gave them a good sanding down. She painted the inside and back in Dixie Belle Silk Paint inSerenity. The front, sides and top she stained using Voodoo Gel statin which gives a stunning bleached effect. To add some interest she used stenciled the rear with Dixie Belle Silk Paint inEndless Shoreand she completed the look with Best Dang Wax in Brown around the door frames and recesses. They look so beautiful!
Watch how Connie achieved this bleached pine effect look over onyoutube!
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