Sunday, January 15, 2012

French Stencil


I've wanted to try a harlequin~French design on something~~


~~this little table I bought several months ago at CC for under $5.00~~



~~white base painted then added my own diamond shape in gray paint to the top;  sanded and distressed before adding the French stencil~~



~~then more light sanding~~added a quick swipe of walnut stain; finished off with a matte sealer to protect the surface~~






I've found some really wonderful stencils through Etsy; my next attempt at some antique~y looking signs using large stencil letters and numbers on old cabinet doors found at the resale shop.   Have you stenciled something recently?

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22 comments:

  1. Rosemary@villabarnesJanuary 15, 2012 at 3:06 PM

    Oh, I LUV it. Great design. You rocked it.

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  2. UnknownJanuary 15, 2012 at 3:11 PM

    This is lovely...love the stenciling and it is perfect for small accessories! Thanks for sharing! Hugs

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  3. SueJanuary 15, 2012 at 3:38 PM

    Using the harlequin background really made this piece look special! You really got your money's worth out of this little table. I ♥ it!

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  4. Pink Roses and TeacupsJanuary 15, 2012 at 3:45 PM

    Ohhh my, this turned out awesome!! Love it!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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  5. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJanuary 15, 2012 at 3:51 PM

    Hi, Love how your table turned out! I have a sofa table that I bought at a yard sale that I want to try something 'Frenchy' on. As a matter of fact, I stenciled a polka dot frame earlier today. Nothing like your project. Mine was quick and easy. Thanks for sharing!
    Jann

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  6. Lisa ~Suburban Retreat~January 15, 2012 at 4:20 PM

    Fantastic job on the french design table.

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  7. Sweet Posy DreamsJanuary 15, 2012 at 4:52 PM

    Ooh la la! Looks great!

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  8. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2012 at 5:06 PM

    You did great! It looks so pretty!!

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  9. Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingJanuary 15, 2012 at 5:28 PM

    That turned out great! Love the combo of diamonds and script.

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  10. AnonymousJanuary 15, 2012 at 6:37 PM

    You did a lovely job. I love this. I wish I were as crafty as you. Have a great Monday.

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  11. JoanneJanuary 15, 2012 at 8:06 PM

    I have that same little angel...I wish I had somewhere lovely as that table on which to place him!
    Blessings, Joanne

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  12. UnknownJanuary 15, 2012 at 8:32 PM

    your table turned out so fabulous, i love the parisian feel of it!

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  13. JenniferJanuary 15, 2012 at 10:26 PM

    Love it! And the hearts too!!

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  14. BabsJanuary 16, 2012 at 4:50 AM

    You did a great job of transforming the little table. So cute and a great diamond pattern underneath. Nice layering.
    Babs

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  15. UnknownJanuary 16, 2012 at 6:37 AM

    Love this little side table! Thanks so much for stopping by my blog! Following you too. :)

    Clydia
    threemangoseeds.blogspot.com

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  16. Sandi~A Cottage MuseJanuary 16, 2012 at 2:52 PM

    What a pretty piece, you did a great job!

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  17. Charlotte WilsonJanuary 18, 2012 at 7:43 AM

    Your table re-do is fabulous...so lovely! Thanks for sharing!

    ♥charlotte

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  18. imsteelefullofscrapFebruary 20, 2012 at 5:06 AM

    Love your Paris table turned out beautiful

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  19. BUTTERCUP AND MAISY August 8, 2012 at 3:51 AM

    Where did you buy the stencil please

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  20. A Few PenniesAugust 8, 2012 at 8:42 AM

    I bought this stencil off of ebay; put in French Stencil in search engine and you should find it easily. Thanks for inquiring!

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  21. MikeDecember 5, 2012 at 1:19 PM

    I love not only the color you painted it but the stencil you used on it. Such a beautiful design.

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  22. Barbara JeanFebruary 20, 2013 at 9:00 PM

    cute. and love that stencil font.

    blessings
    barb

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