Workshops

Painting furniture with Chalk Paint™ Decorative Paint

An introductory workshop for DIY enthusiasts and decorative painters

If you fancy turning your trash into treasure, then join us for this relaxed, fun and inspirational workshop.  Discover and learn the versatility of Annie Sloan’s incomparable Chalk Paint™ decorative paint, the gorgeous color range, the ease of application, and proper finishing with waxes for a soft, beautiful, durable finish.  This amazing “girls’ paint” requires no stripping, sanding, or priming … simply clean and start painting!

You will learn six fabulous finishes . . . 2-layer color finishes, color wash and blending techniques, textured and smooth finishes, including a rustic finish that will be the envy of any worn antique, and finishing and aging with clear and dark waxes.

Workshop hours are 10:00am to 4:00pm.  Workshop fee includes all supplies and surfaces and light refreshments.  Bring a lunch or snack for an afternoon break.

Bring your Mom, your girlfriends, your sisters, daughters, nieces … this is more than just paint!

$195.00

Next Available Date:   May 26, 2012

More techniques with Chalk Paint™ Decorative Paint

If you already love working with Annie Sloan’s amazing Chalk Paint™ decorative paint, this workshop is a “don’t miss” event.  Join us as we explore even more artistic options using this amazing “girls’ paint” in another fun and exciting workshop for DIY enthusiasts and decorative painters.

You will learn more advanced color layering and crackle techniques, applying custom tinted waxes, creating texture with “impasto” techniques, adding metallic effects, working on metal and concrete surfaces, and adding pattern with easy-to-use stencils.

Workshop hours are 10:00am to 4:00pm.  Workshop fee includes all supplies and surfaces and light refreshments.  Bring a lunch or snack for an afternoon break.  To maximize your workshop experience, previous training with Chalk Paint™ decorative paint is recommended.

$195.00

Next Available Date:   TBA