Last week I shared the little Roses and Swags pediment piece
and also the faux boiserie that I used french armoire doors to create.
Here’s a quick tutorial on how to get a similar look
Several years ago- I ordered a few moulding pieces from a company called Do It Yourself Chic
They make fantastic shabby molded swags and bows and all kinds of yummy pieces!!
I chose a couple of different pieces to try out… you might remember one that I used last year to make the architectural interest on that vintage headboard I placed behind my bed
(excuse the terrible iphone picture!)
I also ordered the small wreath pictured below
and the one that I used on the pediment piece is a dainty swag that comes in 3 pieces.
They are white in color and highly detailed.
~To make the pediment piece with the applique~
I started with a simple piece of scrap plywood that I had
and I took the swag and laid it out in the center of the board until I was happy with the placement
and attached it using regular glue and let it dry overnight with chalk paint cans on it to hold it down.
(Wood glue or White glue should work)
Note:
If the appliques are too stiff you can set them in the sun in a window to warm them a bit to
make them more pliable and bendable.
After they were dried, I used Country Grey Chalk paint and gave it a once over.
Country grey to me is more like a tan almost… not really a grey and I was wanting a bit more grey…
sooo…
the next coat that went on was Coco which is basically a brownish grayish color.
Finally, I dry brushed a bit of exterior white on it to lighten it in areas
(no tint- just right off the shelf at the hardware store)
and then used Annie Sloan Dark Wax to go over the entire piece
and also work the the dark wax into the nooks and crannies of the applique to accent it a bit more.
Here is how it turned out:
I mentioned before that when I was photographing the board a little thought popped into my head about
making a faux boiserie wall and using the architectural detail at the top.
I have an old French armoire that was disassembled and being stored
(it’s one of those that comes apart in about 15 pieces)
I grabbed two of the doors from it and brought them inside to be transformed
When I started to paint the doors were pink with faux silver leaf detailing.
I covered it in a creamy layer of Country Grey chalk paint first and then took some of the Coco
and dark wax and brushed in places giving it a bit of a streaky aged looked.
There was no specific method to my madness
I just brushed it where I liked it and added extra wax in the detailed areas and corners.
I also painted the handles and used the wax on them to age them a bit more as well.
After everything was dried-
I sanded the edges and the detailed edging that is on each of the doors.
and placed the architectural piece on top of them- there are little pins that are
at the top of the doors that easily hold the board in place.
I didn’t want it to be super distressed
I just took a bit of the paint off to reveal some of the faux silvering and pink.
That’s it.
A little applique… a little chalk paint.. and a little elbow grease.
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Abby says
Courtney, this is gorgeous! You always amaze me! I love it so far- I can't wait to see the total reveal! Happy painting!
Anne says
Thanks Courtney for the tutorial.I just found a cute headboard that I am going to try this on.That looks amazing.I love the technique you used.
NanaDiana says
Courtney- Everything you do is just beautiful. xo Diana
miss flibbertigibbet says
Just beautiful Courtney…I have an armoire in the garage I want to do but have just been so busy! Maybe this month….you've inspired me. Thanks for the tutorial. I've never used that gray…just Paris Gray and I use it cut 50/50 with Old White most if the time. I think I like the French Linen color too….saw it in a pic. Your armoire is lovely.
Lorraine
Happy To Be/ Gl♥ria says
Great Tut my dear friend..Like I say your so good at this it's scary..I will see you tomorrow at the front gate say 10am..if that works for you if not call my cell and I'll find you and Sandy..Maybe this summer you can even bring who ever and come see me at my house..Just bring a dust rag ha ha!! I would love to give you the nickle tour..I don't show alot on my blog post..Hugs and smiles Gloria
ps. can't wait to meet you..you'll love second Sunday..
Rosemary@villabarnes says
I love appliques. These are beautiful, Courtney. Love your design.
Divine Theatre says
Magical!
I have a source in Illinois called Decorators Supply Corporation. They did all the original detailing in the old Marshall Field's, downtown! They are really inexpensive…and there is nothing else like their ornaments! I just discovered they are also on Facebook!
I want to do my ceilings with this…in due time!
Hugs,
Andie
Heaven's Walk says
Beeeeautiful, Courtney! Those little pediments make all the difference in the world on furniture! Truly adds alot of vintage deliciousness! Thank you for sharing how you created this awesome piece. I pinned it…. 🙂
xoxo laurie
All Things Chic 2 says
AMAZING!!! Your style..I'm speechless…I invite you to check out my new blog..Blessings Lori
HIBISCUS HOUSE says
Thank you for the tutorial. You have made something really pretty. You really are very talented.
awal.ny says
It looks just amazing how you transformed those doors from great to fabulous.
Susan @ Real Girl Designs says
Thank you for your tutorial – I love those little swags.
Have a wonderful Sunday!
Linda says
Breathtaking transformations as always!
Thanks for hosting Feathered Nest Fridays. I so enjoy it.
Linda at Beautiful Ideas
Shanon at Vintage Sparkle Chic says
It's just gorgeous! You are so talented, I always love to look at your photos.
~Shanon
De Oude Huize at Kameel huise tussen spore says
This is wonderful. Thanks for your tutorial. Love the end product it is beautiful. Love from South Africa.
Teresa@magazineyourhome says
That turned out beautifully! I love appliques, I recently used some on my fireplace redo. They just add so much to a piece.
LA VIE EN ROSE says
Hi, Just came here from Pinterest! Love your blog, I love French style too. Great tutorial, mouldings are great to add interest! I find them hard to find where I live. Looking forward to reading all your other posts.
Sharon
Cynthia says
Great tutorial. I love this project it is beautiful!!! Great job.
Cynthia
http://www.clochesandlavender.com
Cynthia says
I forgot to mention that I am trying thischalk paint for the first time on a project. I am very excited!!
Cynthia
http://www.clochesandlavender.com
lvroftiques says
Courtney I love everything that you do! Thank you for the tut! I just found a few old oak doors at the thrift and I think this treatment would be perfect! Thanks again. Vanna
Special 'K' says
Thank you ever so much for sharing your beautiful transformations. Cheers SpecialK XoXo
Vintage Gal says
Everything is just beautiful ~ love it and I love the appliques
😉
Anonymous says
Great Job! it is lovely….smiles
D&G ESSEX says
i just got my order of country grey.. after seeing this i can't wait to use it…
Meeha Meeha says
This could easily be the cover of a magazine…. Congratulations!
Unknown says
Gorgeous! Shared this on my facebook page! XO, Aimee
Pamela says
Beautiful Courtney! Thanx for coming to party!
Bohemian says
How Romantic and what Lovely Images… Loving that Annie Sloan color palette too! Thanks for sharing the How-To… I'm Hoping to paint some Furniture this Spring and do some color wash on the walls of this Old House.
Blessings from the Arizona Desert… Dawn… The Bohemian
aimee says
wow absolutly beautiful i would love it if you could come and link up at http://twiggstudios.blogspot.com/2012/02/sunday-show-off-linky-party-2.html
Unknown says
This turned out AWESOME!!!! Thanks so much for sharing at my party!!! Can't wait to see what you link up this week!!! Just in case you haven't entered, my giveaway for 1000 full color business cards ends tonight at midnight!!! Glad to be following you on linky!! XO, Aimee
Kathryn Ferguson Griffin says
Loving it! Thanks for letting us know about Do It Yourself Chic. You are so full of inspiration. Hope you had a grand weekend. Toodles, Kathryn @TheDedicatedHouse
Jo says
Wonderful result and tutorial!!
Blanca Oh my Patch! says
Beautiful, so poetic…
Thanks for the tutorial.
Hugs!