Fall / Winter Chalk Paint® Workshops

I'm always pleased to announce our new Chalk Paint® Workshops, but am really excited to tell you that we are now holding three hour Workshops in Richmond too!

These are three hour hands-on Workshops where I teach four "Basic" Techniques for using Chalk Paint®: Annie's Modern Finish, Rustic Finish, Two Color Wash, Two Color Distressed.

In addition, you will learn all about Waxing with Annie's Soft Waxes (Clear and Dark), Distressing Techniques and my secret to Buffing. I also love to tell you about how to mix the colors for fabulous new colors.

I keep the class size small so that I can answer all your questions and give you personalized attention.

This Workshop is not just for you beginners either, I cover lots of techniques that even those who have painted before are sure to learn something new.

Richmond: 
Tuesday, October 15: 11am to 2pm
Tuesday, November 12: 11am to 2pm
Tuesday, December 10: 11am to 2pm

Irvington:
Saturday, October 19: 11am to 2pm
Saturday, November 16: 11am to 2pm
Saturday, December 14: 11am to 2pm

You can register for any of the Workshops now by coming to the shops or online by clicking HERE. Cost for the Workshop is $95.00 and is non-refundable. (All supplies and a light snack and drinks will be provided.)

Happy Painting!  Rachel

Chalk Paint® and supplies are available at my two shops:

4323 Irvington Rd., Irvington, VA and 

19 S. Belmont Ave. (in the heart of Carytown), Richmond, VA

For directions to either shop, click HERE

To see more tips, tutorials, photos: Paintbrush and Pearls

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PaintTips - Using Annie Sloan Soft Waxes

 Love the aged look of this dresser ? It's really quite simple to achieve if you follow these basic tips. 

Annie Sloan's Soft Clear Wax was applied over the entire front, then her Soft Dark Wax was applied just over the edges. Always apply clear wax first even if you know that you will apply dark afterwards. The dark wax will stain the paint if applied directly on the paint and then it is impossible to get back to the original color. 

With clear wax underneath, you can apply the dark wax and if it is too dark remove it with some clear wax, adjusting it until you get the right tone. The finished result of using dark wax over clear on light colored paint should look as if there is a discernible color difference, with some dark wax in any little niches or grooves in the paintwork or wood. The wax should not look streaked or smeared on.

If the piece is small, you can use a soft cloth to apply the wax, but for anything larger, we recommend the Ultimate Wax Brush to make the job easier and faster and you will use less wax.

Want more tips? Click HERE or there are lots like the one above from Annie Sloan's great book, Quick and Easy Paint Transformations. 

Both Annie's book and the Ultimate Wax Brush are available at Brocante Home Collection.

Happy  Painting!  Rachel

Chalk Paint® and supplies are available at my two shops:
4323 Irvington Rd., Irvington, VA and 
19 S. Belmont St. (in the heart of Carytown), Richmond, VA

To see more tips, tutorials and photos: Paintbrush and Pearls

photo and tips via Annie Sloan and Christopher Drake

Next Chalk Paint® Class - Waxing Techniques

This next Chalk Paint® class is more than just learning the basic techniques of waxing! I'll be showing you how to:

 Wax with both Clear and Dark Soft Wax

Mix Wax and Paint for a Colored Wax

My Secret for Buffing with Sanding Paper, and,

Demonstrate Annie's newest "Wax Paint" Technique

Annie talks about this in her new book, Color Recipes for Painted Furniture, and I will show you how to do it!

Even if you attended my Wax Course before, you won't want to miss this one.

The Class will be held at our shop at DéCOR, 19 South Belmont Ave., (in the heart of Carytown) on Wednesday, May 22 from 1pm to 2pm.

Classes are complimentary, but reservations are requested, so please call DéCOR to reserve your spot at 804-562-8326.

If you want hands-on lessons, join my Chalk Paint® Workshop in Irvington on Thursday, May 23 from 11am to 2pm. For more information on the Class, click HERE.

Happy Painting!

Rachel

Chalk Paint® and supplies are available at my two shops:
4323 Irvington Rd., Irvington, VA and 
19 S. Belmont St. (in the heart of Carytown), Richmond, VA
For directions to either shop, click HERE

To see more tips, tutorials and photos: Paintbrush and Pearls