Tuesday, August 6, 2013

blue and white is always right: a reveal

I have a super wise mother in law.

We were at an antique shop a few months back and found some beautiful blue and white china platters and when I commented how beautiful they were, she said "Well blue and white is always right."

And that has stuck with me and I had an idea of doing a piece that replicated those china platters I saw.

Here is my version.







When I started brushing the paint on I had to say "Ooooo" and "ahhhh" because the color was ridiculously beautiful. 

It's Costal Blue from the General Finishes Milk Paint line. 

I've used their paint before and always loved it, but I've never had the experience with the "natural chipping" that the paint is known for until this pieces. 

It was so ridiculously cool to brush the paint on and have it resist and naturally chip away.




The piece had some beautiful engravings that I wanted to highlight so I used the General Finishes Antique White and dry brushed it on. 


Because the top was in really great shape, just a little dry, I used some tung oil to revitalize it and also sealed it with wax. 

Every time I walk by I have to run my hand over it. 

So smooth.

Like butttttaaaa. 

Mmmmmm.

Anyway...there's your creepy moment of the day. :)


For pricing and sizing email me at 551eastdesign@gmail.com









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32 comments:

  1. Cassie BustamanteAugust 6, 2013 at 8:01 AM

    gorgeous!!!! and she is so smart!

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  2. Twice NiceAugust 6, 2013 at 8:09 AM

    Love that piece with it's pretty little flowers and vine! The color is divine! I've recently learned to love the blues too.

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  3. Carrie @ lovely etc.August 6, 2013 at 8:43 AM

    Gorgeous color! I definitely need to try out some milk paint. And I definitely agree - you can never go wrong with blue and white.

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  4. Tara August 6, 2013 at 9:36 AM

    Wow! I'm pretty sure I'm in love with that dresser. I usually don't go for the chippy/shabby look, but I am drooling over that shade of blue with the gorgeous wood coming through. Love the flowers, too.

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  5. StaceyAugust 6, 2013 at 10:41 AM

    I love this piece! So beautiful!
    Stacey :O)

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  6. Jessica HavicanAugust 6, 2013 at 11:15 AM

    Wow. One of my favorites of yours!

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  7. AllisonAugust 6, 2013 at 12:25 PM

    That is gorgeous Julia! You did a beautiful job. Like Jessica, one of my favorite pieces of yours. Hope you are doing well and have been having a fantastic summer.

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  8. Allison@FabRehabAugust 6, 2013 at 2:16 PM

    You are blowing up!! Wow you are creating some gorgeous finishes!! Keep up the good work!

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  9. Katie @ Wildwood CreekAugust 6, 2013 at 5:22 PM

    Simply stunning!

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  10. Laurie KAugust 6, 2013 at 6:45 PM

    So beautiful!! :-)

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  11. UnknownAugust 6, 2013 at 8:05 PM

    Gorgeous,....I haven't used milk paint before Now I just need to try it! visiting from POPP, and your pinned!

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  12. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.August 6, 2013 at 8:09 PM

    Wow, that is a beauty!

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  13. CourtneyAugust 6, 2013 at 9:24 PM

    Not creepy at all!! I have a client piece sitting here waiting to be picked up that I HAVE to run my hand over every time I walk past. Lets be creepy together!
    Live this one. Love it even ;-) I'm yet to try milk paint, it's on my list!!

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  14. Simply SimplisticatedAugust 7, 2013 at 3:05 PM

    I am SPEECHLESS! This is OUTSTANDING! Im coveting your piece,lol beautifully done.

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  15. Fiona, Lilyfield LifeAugust 9, 2013 at 4:59 AM

    so pretty!

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  16. DIY Vintage ChicAugust 9, 2013 at 8:40 AM

    Love this! I don't even know where to start with all the details. Looks great! Stop by my Friday's Five Features and link up this post (and others)! http://diy-vintage-chic.blogspot.com/2013/08/fridays-five-features-no-3.html

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  17. Lisa and familyAugust 10, 2013 at 4:03 PM

    Absolutely gorgeous! I just tried milk paint for the first time, I'm hooked!

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  18. Maryann @ Domestically-SpeakingAugust 12, 2013 at 10:24 PM

    That is absolutely stunning! I'm featuring it in this week's Power of Paint Party Spotlight. Thanks for linking up!

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  19. DIYbyDesignAugust 13, 2013 at 3:52 PM

    I am absolutely in love with this dresser. I will be featuring this tonight at my Sizzle into Summer party that opens at 8pm EST. Please stop by and pick up an I've Been Featured button. Thanks.

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  20. PamelaAugust 13, 2013 at 7:29 PM

    I love General Finishes milk paint. I had painted my kitchen cabinets with their white over 6 years ago and I am just now noticing that I need to redo them. In a kitchen that sees constant daily use that is an amazing amount of time for white painted cabinets. I do not have enough good things to say about it.

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  21. Anne August 14, 2013 at 4:46 PM

    what kind of wax did you use over the tung oil? Thanks!

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    1. Julia @ 551EastdesignAugust 14, 2013 at 4:56 PM

      Hi Anne! I used Minwax Finishing Wax/Paste. Here's a link to the product. http://www.minwax.com/wood-products/specialty-products/minwax-paste-finishing-wax

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  22. LaSillaChicAugust 15, 2013 at 7:54 PM

    So beautiful....!!! From BsAs, Arg, Julia C.
    LaSillaChic

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  23. AnonymousAugust 15, 2013 at 10:21 PM

    Really beautiful! The color is perfect!

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  24. Susanne BAugust 16, 2013 at 5:05 AM

    this is absolutely beautiful - i adore it!

    visiting from miss mustard seed's FFF - congratulations on the feature!

    Sue
    bebeandj.com

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  25. Denny1600August 16, 2013 at 11:32 AM

    Beautiful! You did a great job with this.

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  26. Jessica | Petal + PlyAugust 16, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    so pretty Julia! Love General Finishes too but I didn't realize that it would act like actual milk paint in some circumstances.

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  27. UnknownAugust 17, 2013 at 3:54 AM

    Beautiful! Did you use a top coat for the paint?

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    I"m so glad that you still have your blog up! I just found a link to this chest. I love it!! I have a similar one with many layers of paint that I stripped years ago.I've been wondering if I should sell it - the wood doesn't look really nice - probably why it had been painted. I'm going to try your technique and General Finishes milk paint color. I love navy blue!! Now I'll love the piece. Many thanks!

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