Piorra Maison - Chalk Paint™ by Annie Sloan, Montreal, Quebec

Mercredi - Le saviez-vous ? Wednesday's Did you Know?

2019-09-11T16:09:00.004-04:00

Mercredi - Le saviez-vous ? Wednesday's Did you Know?

Appliquer Chalk Paint™ sur des foyers et manteaux de cheminée et des radiateurs

La peinture Chalk Paint™ procure une très bonne adhérence sur les foyers de cheminée en marbre, pierre, bois et briques, sans aucune couche d'apprêt. On peut aussi l'appliquer sur les radiateurs ! Le radiateur ou le foyer de cheminée doit être froid avant de commencer à peindre pour empêcher la peinture de craqueler. Laissez tel quel ou appliquez une finition à la cire Claire Chalk Paint™ Wax, selon votre choix. N’oubliez pas de laisser durcir 48 heures avant toute exposition à la chaleur.

En savoir plus ? On vous propose un atelier ou venez nous voir à notre boutique pour des conseils pratiques et autres recommandations sur la méthode Annie Sloan.

DATES: 4732 BLVD ST-JEAN, PIERREFONDS,QC, H9H 4B2
514-624-6777

samedi 14 sept 10:30h à 15:30h
samedi 21 sept 10:30h à 15:30h
samedi 28 sept 10:30h à 15:30h

https://piorramaison.com/workshops.php

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Using Chalk Paint® on Fireplaces, Mantelpieces and Radiators

Chalk Paint® adheres very well to marble, stone, wood and brick fireplaces with no undercoat required. It can also be used on radiators! Make sure the radiator or fireplace is cold before you start painting in order to prevent the paint from cracking. You can leave the paint unsealed or finish with Clear Chalk Paint® Wax if you wish. Remember to leave the wax to cure for 48 hours before exposing it to heat.

Want to know more? We offer workshops or come in and visit for practical advice on these and other tips from the Annie Sloan Method.

DATES: 4732 BLVD ST-JEAN, PIERREFONDS,QC, H9H 4B2
514-624-6777

Sat 14 sept 10:30h à 15:30h
Sat 21 sept 10:30h à 15:30h
Sat 28 sept 10:30h à 15:30h

https://piorramaison.com/workshops.php

Dark, outdated brick surface

Chalk Paint wash on brick

Painting leather with Chalk Paint™ decorative paint by Annie Sloan.

2014-04-06T19:03:00.001-04:00

I plunged into it. Someone (who shall remain anonymous) after a divorce could not stand to look at this leather lounge chair. We can all assume who it belonged to (wink, wink). I was hesitant to purchase it but after I gave it some thought...it was a blank canvas for me to create something I have been dying to try. Chalk Paint™ on leather. Really, if you have been thinking about painting an outdated leather piece I say go for it!! The touch and feel of it is quite amazing. Not stiff or rigid as we would all imagine it to be. I had some fun using multiple colours (colour blocking in neutrals) and odd objects for stamping and texture for an Industrial Chic style.

After photo of Chalk Paint™ by Annie Sloan on leather.

Before picture - applying Chalk Paint™ on leather at Piorra Maison

What you will need to complete this project:

Chalk Paint™ decorative paint by Annie Sloan.
Multiple well chosen colours for colour blocking.
I chose Coco, Old Violet, Graphite, Aubusson Blue and Paloma, Sample sizes (118ml) are enough for this project.
Any good quality paint brush will do but I used Annie's brushes to create texture and applied the paint quite thickly.
Annie Sloan's Clear and Dark Soft Wax.
Your Wax brushes, one for Clear and one for dark wax.(this allows you to go back and forth with your wax without contaminating it.
Small scraps of burlap and bubble wrap.
I used numeral and script stencils but you can use any stencil design your heart desires.
TSP (Trisodium Phosphate) a must.
TIME: 3hrs to complete this project :).

The first rule of thumb before painting any surface is to clean with TSP (trisodium Phosphate) to remove any dirt, grease or grim that will prevent the Chalk Paint™ from adhering properly to the surface. It is well worth it to take 10 minutes to wash and rinse your surface with TSP to avoid any complications down the line. You may find TSP at your local ANNIE SLOAN Stockist location (some may not carry it) or any hardware store. It is sold in powder form (the most economical) or in a spray.

We are now ready to have fun.

I first started to apply my Graphite Chalk Paint™ on the base. You can start with any colour, as the paint is opaque and will cover up all your hit and misses that have gotten on other surfaces. While the Chalk Paint™ dries (15-25 min), proceed to the other surfaces to create the colour blocking effect. I really just slip slopped the Chalk Paint™ on in every direction to create an interesting effect once I waxed. The soft waxes enhance all your brush strokes to give a natural leather effect.

Applying the Chalk Paint™ with the rustic technique.

The Rustic technique is the easiest method you can use to apply your Chalk Paint™. Your children can even join in the fun. Seriously at this point it looks like a 5 yr old painted this but at the end of your project, after the wax application, the result is a beautiful handcrafted piece of furniture none of your friends will believe you created. It's that easy. Once the paint is dry, apply a second coat in the areas that need it.

Now, its time to get creative.....

As you can see while I am in my creative mode I can get quite messy but I just love this part of the project.

Caroline in atelier at Piorra Maison.

I just randomly applied a stencil here a stencil there layering different numbers and letters, one on top of another. You can't go wrong!! If you don't like some of your work the Chalk Paint™ will easily cover it up.

Stenciling on leather with Chalk Paint™ by Piorra Maison

Creating different textures and stamping was the most enjoyable part if this project. I used burlap and bubble wrap to create different textures on the surface. I just brushed on the Chalk Paint™, placed it on the surface and rubbed it with my hands to transfer the paint in random places.

Stamping with Chalk Paint™ on leather by Piorra Maison

Below is a close up of the burlap stamped on the surfaces. I used the Coco on the Graphite, Graphite on the Coco and then mixed some of the Aubusson Blue, Coco, Paloma and Old Violet and stamped this mix of colour here and there to tie it all in together.

Chalk Paint™ on leather by Piorra Maison.

The Bubble wrap is also a combo of the above colours but I did not premix them. I randomly painted the different colours on the bubble wrap keeping them separate to give a variance of colour on the surface. Hence the 8 brushes I used to slap the different colours on the bubble wrap. Frantic Artist at work, no time to wash brushes in between.

Chalk Paint™ on leather by Piorra Maison

Once you are satisfied with your project it is now time to wax your surface. Yes I said wax. Contrary to what most people think, the wax once cured will not rub off onto your clothing. The curing time takes about 30 days depending on the humidity of the room. After 24 hrs it is quite safe to use your piece if you are applying your wax properly. Many think that the surface will be better protected with a NICE thick coat of wax....THIS IS FALSE. The wax needs to be applied in thin layers. The Chalk Paint™ has porous properties that allow the wax to penetrate the paint and the excess is wiped off. If you apply a thick layer of wax you will only be wasting Good Wax and wasting time removing the excess wax on the surface that can no longer penetrate the paint. Always, Always apply a coat of clear Soft wax prior to applying Dark Soft wax. The Dark Soft Wax must be applied over a FRESH COAT of clear wax. A second or third application of Clear Soft Wax can be applied on high traffic surfaces but you must wait 24 hours in between each coat. The Dark Soft Wax is used mostly for antiquing effects, your Clear Soft Wax is your most important for sealing your Chalk Paint™.

For this project...once my layer of Clear Soft Wax was applied and the excess wiped off I proceeded with a layer of Dark Wax applied in a circular motion to mimic a leather effect. You can see it in the photo above.

And here we have it.....the finished Lounge Chair.

Chalk Paint™ on leather by Piorra Maison.

Painting Chalk Paint™ on faux leather (cuirette) is also gorgeous. It really takes the fake look out of faux leather (cuirette). So if you are hesitating to start your Chalk Paint™ project on leather, Don't... it really gives a beautiful look to outdated or worn out leather.

This project was a blast to complete and took me all but 3 hours from washing to waxing. You can view the actual piece and see more of our handcrafted painted furniture for sale in our Montreal Boutique (2500 sq ft)

PIORRA MAISON located at

5377 Saint-Laurent, Montreal, Qc.

514-273-7979

Lounge chair selling price: $599.00

Piorra Maison located in Montreal and Pointe-Claire can also custom finish your old and outdated pieces in our studio or on location using only CHALK PAINT™ decorative paint by ANNIE SLOAN. The authentic and original high quality Chalk Paint™ created over 23 years ago in Europe by Annie Sloan.

Come by and visit us for more info on Chalk Paint™. As an official Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ retailer (a.k.a stockist) we can answer all of your questions if you are the DIY'er or not to create gorgeous finishes on your outdated or family heirloom pieces.

Piorra Maison our 2nd location:

247A Bord du lac, Pointe-Claire, Qc 514-694-7979

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****The inspiration for this project was by Annie Sloan (See inspiration) from one of her recent projects. go have a look. :)

And now back in the day when I blogged more frequently, I always had a quote of inspiration relating to my blog post. This one should last a few months because that is how often I blog.

For all you DIY'ers or Not who hesitate to just get it on.

“Do one thing every day that scares you.”
― Eleanor Roosevelt

The most frequently asked questions about Chalk Paint™ decorative paint by Annie Sloan.

2014-01-20T19:12:00.000-05:00

CHALK PAINT™ DECORATIVE PAINT by Annie Sloan

Questions and answers: Source, Annie Sloan Unfolded website.

Q. Do I need to sand before painting with Chalk Paint™?

A. Chalk Paint® decorative paint by Annie Sloan adheres to almost any surface, indoors and outside - and there’s rarely any need to sand or prime before painting. Most times simply cleaning and dusting off the surface will do. However, there may be rare times when you need to sand first - to remove loose paint, rust, and other surface debris, or when the surface is very glossy (this includes melamine and laminates). Change out your piece of sandpaper when it becomes clogged with old paint and other debris. A fresh sheet makes the task at hand easier to accomplish.

Q. What type of brush should I use to apply Chalk Paint™?

A. Your brush does not have to be expensive, but it does need to have certain qualities because working with bad brushes can be very frustrating. A brush that is made of natural bristle works best. The bristles should be fairly long and flexible with a little bounce to allow you to be expressive in your work. Don’t choose brushes with bristles that are too short since the paint will not flow well, and don’t use a brush with hard and inflexible bristles, because the paint will look scratchy. Don’t have a floppy brush either because you will have to work too hard to make the paint spread.

Annie Sloan’s oval Pure Bristle Brushes are excellent for applying both Chalk Paint® decorative paint and Annie Sloan Soft Wax. These brushes give you the freedom to paint expressively, they hold lots of paint, and they are comfortable to hold and easy to work with.

Q. I am looking for the perfect color for my project. Do you have any suggestions for mixing colors to get the color I need?

A. The best way for you to find the perfect color for your project is to visit your local Annie Sloan Stockist. Each of our Stockists has been trained in the Annie Sloan Method and they can guide you with making the perfect color choice. If you don’t know your local Stockist, please visit www.anniesloanunfolded.com and click on “Find a Retailer.” Enter your zip code and a listing of Stockists closest to you will appear.

There is also a very informative chapter on working with paint colors in Annie Sloan’s latest book, Color Recipes for Painted Furniture and More, including tips for mixing colors and layering one color over another. This book also contains 40 step-by-step projects using Chalk Paint® decorative paint and Annie Sloan Soft Wax. It is available from your local Annie Sloan Stockist, booksellers, and online.

Q. I am painting an unfinished piece of furniture with Chalk Paint®. Are there any special preparation steps I need to take?

A. If you are working with new, untreated wood, you will need to apply clear shellac to any wood knots and open grains. One or two coats of shellac applied with a cloth pad will block any tannins that can bleed up through your new layers of Chalk Paint® decorative paint. This is particularly important on pine, oak, and certain types of mahogany.

Q. Are Chalk Paint™ and Soft Wax safe for use on baby cribs, etc?

A. Absolutely! Both Chalk Paint® decorative paint and Annie Sloan Soft Wax are safe to use on furniture destined for baby and child use. However, before putting the item to use, please allow these materials to harden and cure for a period of 4 to 6 weeks. Expectant mothers should not apply Soft Wax themselves but find someone else to do so instead. For more information, please reference our Material Safety Data Sheets that can be found at www.chalkpaint.com.

Q. Are Chalk Paint® and Soft Wax good choices for kitchen and bathroom cabinets?

A. Yes! You can use Chalk Paint® decorative paint on most wood cabinetry. Chalk Paint® is meant to give character and interest to cabinetry rather than a perfectly smooth “factory” finish. Typically there is no need to sand or prime although in areas that receive a lot of use, like the cutlery drawer, it might be wise. Apply at least two coats of paint and then two or three coats of Annie Sloan Soft Wax for protection, allowing each wax coat to dry 24 hours before applying the next. Soft Wax makes a good bond to the paint for durability. You can easily maintain your finish by simply wiping the surface with a soft cloth and mild soap and water to clean, and refresh every now and again with a light application of wax as needed.

Q. Can I paint my walls with Chalk Paint™?

A. Chalk Paint® decorative paint can be used to give both old and new walls depth and interest and even a bit of texture. Simply apply one or more coats of paint with a brush or roller for coverage and let dry. You can leave the paint as is, but some people like to apply a thin coat of Annie Sloan Soft Wax over the paint for a really smart polished look.

Q. Can I apply Chalk Paint™over a surface that was previously finished with linseed oil?

A. Linseed oil is a finishing product that is used to restore wood's natural moisture without covering the grain. It is typically found on antique or vintage pieces of furniture that have a stained finish. Unless it has weathered to the point of almost being gone, the surface may not be receptive to new paint. Clean well and apply one or two coats of clear shellac, a natural non-toxic sealer. Chalk Paint® decorative paint can then be applied as you would on any other wood surface.

Q. Is Graphite Chalk Paint™ a true black?

A. The Chalk Paint® decorative paint palette does not include a true black. Graphite Chalk Paint®, which is almost black, is not a simple, hard color but a mellow, sophisticated one. However, you can create a darker appearance to the Graphite by first applying a layer of Aubusson Blue Chalk Paint®. Follow this with one or more coats of Graphite until you have achieved complete coverage. When the paint is dry, apply one or two coats of Annie Sloan Dark Soft Wax. You can also add a bit of the Aubusson Blue into the Dark Soft Wax to make an almost black wax.

Q. Can I paint the slate around my fireplace with Chalk Paint™?

A. Although Chalk Paint® decorative paint can be applied over many brick, stone, and concrete surfaces, you should first check with your local government offices to see if it is permissible to paint around your fireplace. Every county or province in North America, Australia, or New Zealand has a set of building codes, including codes that may restrict the application of paint around a firebox, and these codes can vary for each county or province. For example, some building codes do not allow the application of any paint product within 13” from the top of the firebox and 9” on either side.

Q. Can I paint my kitchen countertops and backsplash with Chalk Paint™?

A. We do not recommend painting kitchen countertops and backsplashes because Chalk Paint® decorative paint, even when sealed with a quality sealer such as Annie Sloan Soft Wax or Annie Sloan Lacquer, will not be 100% non-porous and this can present problems with cross contamination. The surface may look clean but it may not be deep down into the finish.

Q. I am painting a previously stained piece of furniture with Chalk Paint® and a yellow stain has appeared in my new paint layer. How do I cover it?

A. If you see a yellow or pink stain coming through the paint on older furniture - typically pieces from the 1930s and 1940s - apply clear shellac, a natural non-toxic sealer. One or two coats of shellac applied with a cloth pad will stop this happening. There is no need to remove the stained coat of Chalk Paint® - you can apply the shellac directly on top. Shellac dries in minutes, and then you can get on with your painting!

Q. Can I paint my furniture from IKEA with Chalk Paint®?

A. We have had many success stories from people who have painted their IKEA furniture with Chalk Paint® decorative paint. We recommend that you ensure the surface is clean before painting. Some new IKEA pieces may have a bit of an oily film on them for packing and shipping purposes and this should be removed using a cloth moistened with low-odor mineral spirits. Next, lightly sand the surface with some fine grit sandpaper and dust off. Then apply a thin first coat of paint, and allow that coating to dry about 48 hours to encourage the paint to bond to the surface. After that, you can continue painting for your desired look.

Q. Now that I have painted a table for our kitchen with Chalk Paint®, I want to put a durable finish on it that I can clean frequently. We have kids and we all tend to be kind of rough on things. What should I use?

A. Annie Sloan Soft Wax, once hardened and cured, provides a durable finish that is easy to maintain. Apply at least two coats of Chalk Paint® decorative paint and then two or three coats of Soft Wax for protection, allowing each wax coat to dry 24 hours before applying the next to get that extra durability you need. You can easily maintain your finish by simply wiping the surface with a soft cloth and mild soap and water to clean, and refresh every now and again with a light application of wax as needed.

It is important to note that any protective coating can be susceptible to scratches, stains and watermarks. When these occurrences happen to a wax coating, they are easily fixed with just a bit more wax rubbed into the marked area with a soft cloth.

Q. How long will it take for my new finish to harden and cure?

A. Chalk Paint® decorative paint is a water-based paint. Water-based paints take approximately 30 days to harden and cure, a chemical process that takes significantly longer than drying. Annie Sloan Soft Wax contains solvents that need to completely evaporate before it is hardened and cured. The curing process for this product may take anywhere from 4 to 6 weeks or longer. All finishes prefer warm, dry conditions during the curing process. Cold temperatures, high humidity, and application thickness will extend drying and curing time substantially.

Q. How do I care for my new finish?

A. Furniture painted with Chalk Paint® decorative paint and finished with Annie Sloan Soft Wax will stand up very well to everyday wear and tear. Treat your furniture with respect. Allow your new finish to harden and cure 30 days or longer before placing items that may scratch the surface. Avoid excessive water and sharp or scratchy objects. Use coasters under water glasses and placemats on dining tables. Clean with a soft cloth and avoid all liquid furniture polishes. To clean marks or stains, use a slightly damp cloth or chamois with a little mild soap. If you need to use a stronger cleaner, you may have to re-wax the area. Keep away from extreme temperatures or humidity. Waxes dissolve in alcohol, so using it on bars is not advisable!

Q. I finished my project with Chalk Paint® and Soft Wax. Now I’ve changed my mind about the color. Can I paint over my finish?

A. Of course! One of the key features about working with Chalk Paint® decorative paint is it’s easy to change your mind. You can apply another coat or two of Chalk Paint® over your previous finish, and then seal your new paint layers with a coat or two of Soft Wax.

Q. I have painted my kitchen chairs with Chalk Paint® and the paint is not sticking in some areas. What should I do?

A. A clean surface is important for any paint project, especially on items from the kitchen. You should sand the areas where the paint is not sticking to remove the loose paint and then inspect the surface. Remove any old greasy, waxy or oily residues with a soft rag moistened with mineral spirits. Then clean with soap and water. Use a Scotch Brite pad to lightly scrub the surface, and a soft brush to work into open grain and intricate carvings. Rinse with a clean rag and warm water and let the piece dry completely. Then reapply your Chalk Paint® decorative paint.

Q. I accidently left the lid off my can of Chalk Paint® and now there is a skin over the paint. Do I have to throw my paint away?

A. A skin can form on the top of Chalk Paint® decorative paint when it is exposed to air for a long period of time. Simply mix the skin back into the paint, stirring for a couple of minutes until the paint is smooth again. If the paint becomes too thick, you can thin it with a small amount of water.

Q. I use a spray furniture polish when dusting my furniture. I recently tried to paint one of my pieces with Chalk Paint® and the paint cracked in some spots. How can I fix this?

A. Many spray furniture polishes contain dimethicone, a silicone used as a film former to protect surfaces. This can cause cracks to appear in your Chalk Paint® decorative paint layers, especially along edges. Sand the affected areas with fine grit sandpaper and then seal the surface, including the remaining paint, with one or two coats of shellac, a natural non-toxic sealer. Shellac dries in minutes, and then you can get on with your painting!

ANNIE SLOAN SOFT WAX

Q. Can Soft Wax be used on outside projects?

A. No. Annie Sloan Soft Wax should be used on interior surfaces only. It is not suitable for outdoor use.

Q. What is the best way to apply Soft Wax?

A. Less is more, so there’s no need to apply Annie Sloan Soft Wax too thickly. Always apply Soft Wax in thin layers. The wax needs to be gently spread and pushed into the underlying paint using a brush or cloth so that it absorbs into the paint (just like hand cream!). You should immediately remove any and all excess wax with a clean cloth. Work in small areas at a time and change to a clean cloth frequently as an old one can become clogged with wax and become ineffective. Let the remaining thin layer of wax dry a few minutes before buffing. Buff with clean soft cloths. You may find this task easier if you wait until the following day to buff.

Q. How long will it take for my new finish to harden and cure?

Q. Can I apply Annie Sloan Lacquer or another clear protective material over Soft Wax?

A. No. Once Annie Sloan Soft Wax is applied, no other protective finish can be applied to the project. Attempting to add Annie Sloan Lacquer, or polyurethane or any other protective material, over a wax finish is futile.

Q. How do I care for my new finish?

Q. I placed a water glass on my new finish and it left a mark. How do I repair this?

A. Annie Sloan Soft Wax offers water resistance but it is not waterproof. Spills should be wiped up as soon as possible. If spills remain on the surface, the moisture can penetrate through the wax coating and leave a mark. These marks should disappear as the moisture evaporates, but if not you can use a bit of Soft Wax on a soft cloth to rub it out.

Q. I would like to apply another layer of Soft Wax for additional protection, but will this cause the wax to build up, making the surface sticky?

A. Annie Sloan Soft Wax builds up only if you don’t remove all of the excess wax after each application. Each time you apply a new coat of wax, the solvents in it dissolve the underlying wax, making one new mixture. When you remove all of the excess wax you will be left with the wax that is stuck on the surface. You can effectively remove the excess wax by wiping it away with a clean cloth. Most likely you will need to have several cloths on hand as you should switch to a clean one when your old one becomes clogged with wax.

Q. What can I do if my finish feels sticky and leaves fingerprints?

A. Failure to remove all of the excess wax can leave a sticky or smeary finish. Try to remove and buff out the excess wax using a clean cloth. Have several cloths on hand and change to a fresh cloth when the old one becomes clogged with wax. If you find this difficult to do, apply a thin layer of additional wax. The solvents contained therein will soften the underlying wax, making it easier to remove the excess. Again, have several clean cloths available. As a last resort, you can remove the excess wax by wiping over the surface with a cloth dampened with mineral spirits. Most likely you will need to reapply a coat of wax.

Q. How do I clean my brush after I have used it to apply Soft Wax?

A. You can clean your brushes used to apply Annie Sloan Soft Wax with hot water and a grease cutting soap. This method is good if the wax is still fresh on the brush. If you find the wax has hardened on your bristles, place the bristles in low-odor mineral spirits for approximately 5 minutes to dissolve the wax, and then wash the brush with hot water and soap.

ANNIE SLOAN LACQUER

Q. Can I apply Annie Sloan Lacquer or another clear protective material over Soft Wax?

Q. What is the best way to apply Annie Sloan Lacquer?

A. Apply Annie Sloan Lacquer with a quality sponge roller and/or brush. Stir this product well before using. It is best to apply two thin coats for even sheen and greater durability. A small amount of water (up to 10%) can be added to the Lacquer for the first coat. Let the first coat dry one to two hours before recoating, and leave the final coat to dry overnight before walking on it.

Q. Can I seal my outdoor patio with Annie Sloan Lacquer?

A. No. Annie Sloan Lacquer was designed for use on interior floors only, and is not suitable for outdoor use.

Contest: An incredible contest with $1500 USD of Annie Sloan products to be won.

2013-11-27T19:28:00.000-05:00

An incredible contest with $1500 USD of Annie Sloan products to be won. YES, That is what I said!!!!!! Imagine having 1 of each fabulous Chalk Paint™ colour and then some, IMAGINE!!!! But you need to do a little something first!!!! To qualify you will have to leave the comfort of your home and come visit us!!!!! If you keep reading you will see how easy this really is.....SNAP AND SHARE, SNAP AND SHARE!!! SO come in and visit us at PIORRA MAISON...We've made it easier for you with TWO LOCATIONS:

5377 St-Laurent, Montreal, Qc, H2T 1S5 T: 514-273-7979

OR

274 Bord du Lac (Lakeshore), Pointe-Claire, Qc, H9S 4K9 T: 514-694-7979

This is what you need to do!!!!!

Snap and Share your local Annie Sloan Stockists' Chalk Paint® display to win an incredible Holiday Giveaway! Contest limited to the USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

CONTEST INSTRUCTIONS
Visit your local Annie Sloan Stockist and take a photo of yourself in front of the Stockist’s Chalk Paint® decorative paint by Annie Sloan display. Upload the photo on our contest page for a chance to win! Entrant must add a brief note telling us a) the name of the Stockist's shop & location and b) what they LOVE about the shop on the Caption or the Comments section. You can also use the hashtag #ASUStockistLove on Twitter or Instagram to automatically enter your photo in the contest. Entrant can submit one entry between 11/25 and 12/8 and fans can vote for multiple entries once per day during that timeline as well. SHARE your photo with friends and encourage them to vote for YOU!

PRIZE DETAILS
1) One (1) Grand Prize winner will be selected from all the entries based on the photo with the most votes. A winner from each country (US, Canada, New Zealand and Australia) for a total of four (4) Second Place winners will be selected at random for a US$500 Annie Sloan Unfolded Shopping Spree. The Grand Prize Winner is not eligible to be one of the four (4) Second Place Winners. The one (1) Grand Prize is valued at approximately US$1500 and includes:

(31) Quarts of Chalk Paint® decorative paint by Annie Sloan (1 of each color)
(5) Annie Sloan Soft Wax in Clear
(1) Annie Sloan Soft Wax in Dark
(1) Set of Craqueleur
(1) Decoupage Varnish
(1) Lacquer
(3) Annie Sloan Brushes (1 ea. Small, Medium, and Large)
(1) Annie Sloan Apron
(1) Quick & Easy Paint Transformations, by Annie Sloan
(1) Color Recipes of Painted Furniture and More, by Annie Sloan
(1) Creating the French Look, by Annie Sloan
(1) Annie Sloan Work Book

CONTEST & VOTING STARTS
November 25, 2013

CONTEST & VOTING ENDS
December 8, 2013. Winners will be announced here on or around December 13, 2013!

PRIZE ELIGIBILITY
Project entries must be shop images from Annie Sloan Unfolded stockists only. All other entries will be disqualified. This contest is limited to participants in the USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

So Good luck everyone and looking forward to seeing all your Happy, happy, joy, joy faces in front of our Chalk Paint™ displays!!!!!

Snap and share!!!!!

Caroline

NOTE: This contest is open to USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand.

To Visit or find your local stockist click on the link Annie Sloan Unfolded

Painting fabric with Chalk Paint™decorative paint by Annie Sloan.

2013-06-13T15:21:00.000-04:00

When I first discovered we could paint fabric with Chalk Paint™ my mind started doing cartwheels with all the possibilities. One would think painting fabric could look cheapish or even devalue a fine piece of furniture. Au contraire!!! If this procedure is done properly and with care it can look mighty fine!!! This is a great way to save mucho $$$$.

Our first test was on a couple of badly soiled chairs covered with a cotton fabric. We used Duck Egg Blue and just slapped it on quickly. It took about a day to dry. In our photo the fabric is still wet. Once it dried the results where fabulous. Most are blown away with how the fabric absorbed the Chalk Paint™ and is soft to the touch.

Chalk Paint™ being a porous paint allows us to paint fabric without it cracking. Chalk Paint™is also highly pigmented and even watered down gives a nice even coat on the fabric.

Our next project was on a large antique sofa. In its current state at the time of purchase we would have to say it was quite unsightly, but we saw the potential. The wood frame was painted with a high gloss oil paint, thin in some areas and thick with paint drippings in other areas.

The fabric, a soiled toile, was so badly upholstered you could see most of the staples. Upon removing the toile we were left with a faux beige suede, yikes. It really did not suit the style of the sofa but it was clean, in good condition and properly upholstered. The cost to have the piece reupholstered, was not an option for resale in our demographics so we decided to paint the faux suede with Chalk Paint™. Our choice of colours for this project, graphite for the wood frame with a mix of French Linen with soft wax and for the fabric we chose Provence.

Before starting your project it is very important to assess what type of fabric you will be painting. We found with thicker fabric, velvets or cut velvet you would have to water down the Chalk Paint™ to ensure it penetrates and saturates the thick fabric. A ratio of 30% water to 70% Chalk Paint™ allowed the paint to properly penetrate the fabric on our project. The ratios may vary depending on your project. Our very large sofa used 1 1/2 pints (946ml) of Chalk Paint™ and we applied 3 coats to get a nice even finish. This was a labor of love in our atelier. 4 of us actually worked on the project at different stages. Every time there was a moment to spare from serving our customers, one of us would pick up a brush and paint.

At times we get visitors who are addicted to Chalk Paint™ and can't keep their hands away from the stuff! A good friend of mine, Susan stopped by for a visit.

She also contributed to this project. This girl can paint a piece of furniture in record time. You cannot keep a brush out of her hands. She writes a beautiful blog here in Montreal, Simply Vintageous and she also has quite the following for her signature pieces painted with Pure white, old white and Paris Grey.

For the frame we used Graphite but we wanted the carved wood to stand out. To enhance the scroll work and medallions on the frame we used a blended mix of French Linen with Annie Sloan clear soft wax. We first applied a nice thin even coat of clear soft wax. Don't forget your wipe down. Applying 1 coat of clear wax before the coloured blended mix allows you to manipulate and spread the coloured wax. Mixing Chalk Paint™ into the soft wax will change the colour of your base coat once it is applied. You may want to test this out on a sample board before hand. There are many colour combinations you can create with this method. We have a few popular ones in our boutique customers love and keep requesting. The more Chalk Paint™ that is mixed into the wax the more opaque the colour wax will be. In this case we used a blend of 20% Chalk Paint™to 80% clear soft wax. We wanted it to be very subtle, enough to just enhance the scroll work without changing the colour of Graphite too much.

To finish your project you may use clear soft wax on the fabric to protect and coat it. This gives your painted fabric a slight look of leather. We are frequently asked if the wax will come off on your clothing, the answer is No. It will not come off on your clothing if the wax has time to properly cure. A very thin, thin layer of wax will cure in about 30 days. Another option is to spray scotch guard on the fabric to protect it from getting soiled.

Your completed project will not crack or chip and will last a very long time if treated with care just like any other piece of upholstered furniture.

We were unable to get a full shot of the completed sofa due to a lack of space in our boutique. The photos you see have been taken through our boutique window. This piece draws a lot of attention from the street. Customers are truly amazed that you can paint fabric and achieve this look. The fabric absorbs the paint and it looks fabulous.

Happy painting! There is so much more you can do with Chalk Paint™. Stop on by and pick up a copy of Annie Sloan's new book Colour Recipes. In her new book she talks about painting fabric, dyeing fabric with Chalk Paint™and so much more.

Caroline

Atelier "Relookez vos meuble" avec Chalk Paint™(peinture à la craie)

2013-06-05T08:41:00.001-04:00

Atelier "Relookez vos meuble" avec Chalk Paint™.

Au menu? 4 techniques uniques dont: l'application de deux couleurs, délavée, la rustique, et la technique du craquelée. Maîtrisez l'application de la cire molle d' Annie Sloan et comment poncer pour donner à vos meubles et accessoires un aspect vieilli. Pour une liste complète de leur ateliers visitez leur site web.

Visitez la boutique, soyez inspiré et demander pour des informations sur l'application et les technique de la marque Chalk Paint™.

Piorra Maison est le fier distributeur de Chalk Paint™(Peinture à la Craie) une peinture décorative par Annie Sloan a Montreal au Québec.

Piorra Maison
274 bord du lac,
Pointe-Claire, Québec, H9S 4K9
514-694-7979
Www.piorramaison.com
Carolineh@piorramaison.com

Relookez vos Meubles Ateliers - Chalk Paint™ (Peinture à la Craie) par Annie Sloan

2013-05-14T17:02:00.001-04:00

Relookez vos Meubles Ateliers - Chalk Paint™ (Peinture à la Craie) par Annie Sloan

Atelier pour débutantes

Apprenez les techniques parfaites pour créer votre style avec Chalk Paint™ (Peinture à la Craie) et les cires molles.

4 techniques - Deux couleur, Délavée Rustique, Craquelée et maîtriser l'application de la cire molle et comment donner un aspect vieilli... Métamorphoser votre maison en château français!!!

Photo: Refurbished & Renewed une de nos cliente.

Inscrivez vous dès maintenant pour transformer vos vieux meubles ou vos trouvailles de marché aux puces en trésors du dernier cri que chacun convoitera!

Photo: Refurbished & Renewed une de nos cliente.

Heures: 10:30h-15:00h Frais: $199.00 + taxes Inclus: matériaux nécessaires Nous servirons un petit diner, des collations, breuvages et une tonnes de rires! Votre seule tâche est de vous habillez dans votre tenue de peinture!!! DATES 18 mai: 4 espaces 25 mai: 4 espaces 8 juin: 6 espaces 12 juin: 6 espaces 29 juin: 6 espaces

Appelez pour réserver votre place!!!

SVP réservez à l'avance au 514-694-7979

Premier arrivé, premier servi. Espaces limités!

**Tous les Ateliers sont offerts en Français et en Anglais**

Merci Caroline

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2013-05-02T22:17:00.000-04:00

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Créez le "look" Français avec la Peinture à la Craie Chalk Paint®!!!

2013-04-28T12:24:00.000-04:00

Pour la Fête des Mères nous avons une

promotion spéciale...

Inscrivez-vous à notre atelier le 11 mai et vous pouvez emmener votre mère, soeur ou amie pour vous accompagner.....gratuitement!!!

Créez le "look" Français avec la Peinture à la Craie Chalk Paint®!!! (version courte)

Apprenez 2 techniques pour transformer vos meubles!

11 mai, de 11:30h - 2:30

$99.00 +taxes

Inclus: matériaux

Seulement 8 places (SVP réservez à l'avance au 514-694-7979)

Piorra Maison Inc.

Le fière distributeur de Chalk Paint® Peinture à la Craie par Annie Sloan au (Montréal) Québec, Canada.

274 Bord du lac,

Pointe-Claire, Montreal, Quebec

H7M 2V3

Merci

Caroline

Imagine the unthinkable - Antique Purses

2013-04-21T12:00:00.001-04:00

I have some really interesting things to show you! Imagine the unthinkable. I have been collecting them for a few years. The unthinkable? Yes... my good friend just moved into a new home and she invited me to dinner. She tells me once I arrive, "I have some things to give you." The unthinkable happens..she starts opening up sheets of newspaper and behold....Gorgeous, but gorgeous, be still my heart...no not vintage, these are antique purses. I almost died. Each one she showed me was just as exquisite as the one before. One after another of precious beaded and embroidered beauties from the Victorian era.

I did a little research on them. This gorgeous delicate beauty is a Micro Beaded Antique purse from the late Victorian era, skillfully knitted with tiny micro glass beads.

An Authentic hand made design from the late 1800's to early 1900. The interior maintains it original fabric lining and gathered trim. Stunning!!!

In such great condition. Here is a close up of the bead tassel.

Below a close up of the Bead work. Not one bead missing.

Now have a look at the next one. This is a French 1920's silver & gold glass beaded hand bag.

Even the beige / cream lining is in great condition. Notice the stitching around the frame to hold the beaded portion. Imagine, all these antique purses are hand made.

No visible beads missing.

Next beaded beauty. They call these "Beaded Reticule". This is one of the finest beaded reticules I have ever had my hands on dating from the mid-1800"s.

Usually these beaded purses have deteriorated, to the point with many holes and with a lot of bead loss due to dry rot. This one has a beautiful crochet top. In mint condition.

All of these purses have obviously been cherished and meticulously cared for over the years and is about as close to perfect I have ever seen.

Not a bead missing on this one either.

I have a few more to show you but I will save it for another post.

I want to thank my good friend for giving me these gorgeous items that I will cherish for a long time. I am currently repainting my glass cabinet with French Linen Chalk Paint® that usually holds all my precious belongings that I have collected throughout the years. I cannot wait to display these. I will also try and blog about the small changes in my home...I am trying, I say trying because I really don't get much time to actually do anything around my house...my home has become so neglected. I am going to have to just take the time.

I am also going to try and blog more often just because I miss it and love it!!!! So this is a good start. :)

My quote for today.....

With will one can do anything.
Samuel Smiles

Caroline

My Annie Sloan Work Book - With all my imperfect inspiration.

2012-12-14T21:10:00.000-05:00

This past year I haven't had much time to be inspired at home. I have been spending most of my spare time at my boutique. Although I love it, I have made a little New Year's resolution to myself. In 2013 it will be the year I spend a little more time away from the boutique and more time nesting. I am quite ashamed to admit, but I do not have, not one drop of Chalk Paint™ in my home. I have been dying to re-do a few things, NO a lot of things. Which brings me to Annie's wonderful, inspiring Work Book. Yesterday was the official launch of her Work Book. I am sad to say I had wanted to post this yesterday but the Flu Bug has hit us all in the store this week including myself, causing a little ruffle in our feathers. So here I am, a day late.

I normally do not do things this way. I can visualize an entire project from start to finish in my head. Colour schemes, furniture, everything. I have recently discovered that some people cannot visualize their projects. Annie's Work Book can help others to plan out colour schemes, furniture choices, and help to inspire them. As I sat down to plan out my colour scheme for my kitchen , Something hit me!!! Something I haven't felt in a long time as far as my home was concerned. I became really excited to get this project on the way. I was so inspired I had to write it out on the first page!!!!

My inspirations, My dreams, my colours, My Work Book.

I am excited to share what I have started.

Tomorrow, I will be sharing it in my workshop as well.

So something that started off as a commitment to promote Annie's Work Book (sorry Annie) actually woke something up inside of me. Don't know if it was just the hard work that I have put into my business throughout this past year and a half but my home was an afterthought. I was no longer inspired to even clean it. I haven't entertained in my home for over a year. yes the bug hit me!! I really, really want to get this started. Here are my colour choices:

Graphite - floor,

French Linen - lower cabinets,

Old Ochre- upper cabinets.

I really love Graphite and French Linen together. My kitchen walls are Red. Oddly the same red as Emperor's Silk. I still love the red.

Something else you need to know about me. I am messy. During my workshops I get paint on my face, paint in my hair, paint on my shoes, Chalk Paint™ everywhere. This is when I am the happiest. When I am being creative, when I am inspiring others to be creative too. So no surprise my Work Book is messy too. I just realized I haven't sketched in years, ahhh it is wonderful. Although it is a quickie sketch. But this is what the Work Book is all about. It is not about perfection, not about being an artist, nor is it for anyone else but for yourself.

This is my Work Book.......and only MINE!

With all my imperfect inspiration. I look forward to sharing the realization of my projects this coming New Year and sharing them through my Work Book.

Thank you Annie for inspiring me.

Work Books are available through your local Stockists. To find one close to you Click HERE

My Quote for the day.

Believe you can and you're halfway there.
Theodore Roosevelt

Loyalty Card - Chalk Paint™ Decorative Paint by Annie Sloan

2012-11-24T18:43:00.001-05:00

Loyalty Card

Ask for our loyalty card....(This promotion has expired)

Buy 5 quarts of Chalk Paint™ (946ml) and get a free sample in the colour of your choice!!!!

Samples are available in our 30 fabulous colours.

Happy painting!!

Caroline

Carte De Fidélité - Peinture à la Craie

2012-11-24T18:38:00.000-05:00

Carte De Fidélité

Demandez pour notre carte de fidélité.....

Achetez 5 Pintes de Peinture à la Craie par Annie Sloan (946ml) et obtenez un échantillon gratuitement!!!

Amusez-vous!!!!

Merci

Caroline

CLEVER Things I love!

2012-10-29T16:01:00.000-04:00

I just love, love when people reuse things that would normally be discarded. Globes that are outdated is a great example. What a neat way to recycle this object. Perfect for a boys room.

Source: Pinterest.

Light bulbs recycled to look like hot air balloons, how sweet. It just amazes me, how people come up with such great ideas. Oh and it gets better!

Source: sweetfancydesigns.wordpress.com

This can be used as a wind chime or chandelier. Dig through Grandmas old cutlery, or how many times have you seen a bunch of mismatched forks at a garage sale?

Source: Etsy.com

A little bit of industrial chic. Waste basket up-cycled into a chandelier, clever.

Source: craftybutt.blogspot.com

This I just love. Vintage light globes as hanging planters. You can hang them inside or outside.

Source: lovelyhomes12.tumblr.com

Now here is something whimsical!! Must I say more?

Source: blog.diggerslist.com

Here's a cute little project. This could be embellished for the Christmas tree. A teeny tiny birdcage made out of a bottle cap. How sweet.

Source: by fun_is_always_in_style

Now this one is "friggin clever" !!! This is made from an old file cabinet. How many times have you seen one of these in the garbage heap? A little Chalk Paint™ love and voila!!!!

Source: blog.tttreasure.com

How about this!!!! Old TV? Give Pooch a castle! Design it to go with your décor.

Source: truebluemeandyou.com

A little Retro Chic! Common..we all got some of these lurking around at the bottom of some box of photos that Aunt Millie passed on to you. Display your Grandma's vacation from 50 yrs ago!

Source: etsy.com

Oh I have so much more to show you but I will save them for another post. So have fun and look around you and let your imagination run wild. I hope this inspires you to up-cycle.

My Quote for the day:

“I am enough of an artist to draw freely upon my imagination. Imagination is more important than knowledge. Knowledge is limited. Imagination encircles the world.”

― Albert Einstein

Caroline

Chalk Paint™ Peinture à la Craie par Annie Sloan - Paloma avec Cire Foncée

2012-10-14T09:54:00.000-04:00

Chalk Paint™ Decorative paint by Annie Sloan - Paloma with Clear & Dark Soft Wax.

A lovely piece transformed. I will keep this short and sweet. I no longer have the time to blog. Which is a love of mine. Eventually I can combine it all together. The Boutique keeps me so busy, but I cannot complain because I love it equally! So here we go with a custom finish for a client. Please bare with me, these are all iPhone photos. I seem to have misplaced my charger for my digital camera.

The dark wax can really change the character of the original Chalk Paint™ colour. We started off with a base of Paloma on a surface that has seen better days. This commode was a gem to work on. great lines, curves, and details, not to mention the original drawer pulls.

We found this written on the inside of the top drawer. Someone certainly has issues with Mother! The consensus at the boutique is..." this will take years of therapy to remedy".

On to our project: We applied a quick & thick coat of Paloma using a thick Bristle brush - Annie's Brush is excellent for this project.

Her brushes are amazing to paint with. If you are a serious furniture painter (or not) I highly recommend it. It holds a lot of paint and allows you to paint a piece in record time. The soft bristles also allows you to get into those nooks a crannies.

With Annie's brush we are creating texture through our brush strokes. We want texture... this will later be enhanced by the waxes, adding that extra shabby chicness.

We then applied a very thin coat of soft clear wax. Immediately followed by a coat of dark soft wax. I mixed my dark wax with a bit of mineral spirits to get a smoother look. One more coat of clear wax was applied the following day.

Our next step, hardware; Yes, you can paint metal (brass) with Chalk Paint™, in other words you can paint the ugly brassy hardware. This piece had the original drawer pulls, a gift on older pieces. But the original brass did not suit the style we were going for. We painted them a mix between the Paloma and Graphite. No wax necessary!

Drawer pulls on a grand dresser, is the one good piece of jewelry you will add to your outfit just before going out the door to give a fabulous look and the finishing touch. The knobs on your piece can make or break the style you are trying to achieve. On this piece it really made the style. I get asked persistently, where did you get those lovely drawer pulls? Most are surprised when I tell them they are original to the piece. It is a sad reality, most want to remove them to update their pieces, when all they need is a coat of Chalk Paint™.

This lovely piece is sold. It breaks my heart to see pieces go out the door, but that is the point right? I know it is going to a lovely home and will be appreciated.

My quote for the day

All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.
Walt Disney

Caroline

xxx

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Peinture à la Craie par Annie Sloan - Rénovez votre cuisine

2012-09-23T09:44:00.001-04:00

Rénovez votre cuisine avec la Peinture à la Craie par Annie Sloan

Les armoires de cuisine sont parties intégrante de votre décor.

Que votre style soit : Contemporain – Classique – Vintage – Urbain.

Imaginez… Aucun ponçage! Aucun décapage! Aucun apprêtage!

Annie Sloan a créé une peinture qui adhère à presque n'importe quelle surface ainsi que le vieux bois, mélamine, métal, pierre, brique et même 100 ans de cire accumuler sur vos meubles, sans aucun travail de préparation!!!

Créez Le "LOOK" Français!!

Couleur: Gris Paris, Paris Grey.

Photos: Annie Sloan Unfolded

Voir Site Web: Piorra Maison

PEINTURE À LA CRAIE par Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ Projects

2012-09-15T13:38:00.044-04:00

PEINTURE À LA CRAIE par Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ Projects

What projects do you have planned for the weekend?

Photo: a gorgeous piece using Chalk Paint™ by Junk Drawer Diva

Photo: via Pinterest The Purple Pear in Portland, OR

Photo: via Pinterest Paula A. Pereira

Photo: Magasin Piorra Maison par Susan de Simply Vintageous

$499.99

New Chalk Paint™ Workshop - Lickety Split - 45 min

2012-07-20T21:20:00.002-04:00

*New Workshop*

Lickety Split

Beginner's Workshop

Basics with Chalk Paint™ decorative paints by Annie Sloan

  Busy Schedule? Don't have any extra time with the kids off from school? Come in and ask us about our Lickety Split Workshop. In just 45 minutes we will teach you the basic  applications of Chalk Paint™,  Clear and Dark Soft waxes. This workshop will give you the basic techniques for transforming your furniture. 

 Workshop fee: $45.00 +tax

  Includes: Materials 

DATES

upon request

Call to ensure that our specialist is available.

514-694-7979

or

Carolineh@piorramaison.com

Peinture à la craie D'Annie Sloan - Nouveau Atelier - En Deux Temps, Trois Mouvement

2012-07-20T21:10:00.012-04:00

Nouveau Atelier

 En Deux Temps, Trois Mouvement

Atelier pour débutantes 

Horaire chargé ? Vous n'avez aucun temps libres avec les enfants en vacances? Venez nous demander pour notre nouveau Atelier En Deux Temps, Trois Mouvement. Fente de Lickety. Dans 45 minutes nous vous enseignerons les applications de base de la peinture a la craie, la cire molle claire et foncé. Cet atelier vous donnera les techniques de base pour transformer vos meubles.

 Frais: $45.00 +taxes

  Inclus: tous les matériaux

DATES

sur demande 

Appelez pour confirmer que notre specialiste est disponible.

514-694-7979

ou

carolineh@piorramaison.com

Back to basics -busy busy bees.

2012-07-16T13:19:00.001-04:00

Well it has been awhile since I wrote a post about what is going on in my life. I feel it is time to get back to what I love and the basics. We have been busy busy little bees. Creating what is now Piorra Maison.

Piorra Maison

We have been working our little butts off in the French media to put the "Peinture a la Craie" D'Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ news out there for all the Quebecois people. Here we are filming for Canal Vie at Piorra Maison for a wonderful new show called "Sauvez les Meubles" (Save the furniture), with Vanessa Sicotte from Damask et Dentelle. The season starts in September and runs for 24 episodes. We are one of the sponsors supplying them with the Chalk Paint™ decorative paints by Annie Sloan for the full run of the show. The Product awareness that will come from this show will be great for us.

Vanessa Sicotte and Melanie

I will have to admit, it has not been easy but we have accomplished what most people could not have accomplished in half the time. Of course it helps that we are working with a wonderful Product.

I now move on to the second chapter of "the Store" and to what I love to do: We will be taking this wonderful Chalk Paint™ and some unfinished pieces along with some of our vintage finds on the road.

We will be travelling throughout Quebec to Promote the store and the Chalk Paint™. We will also be scavenging for some wonderful treasures to bring back for our customers to enjoy. I will become Quebec's Brocanteurs. Along with my sidekick, and Niece seen above, who shares the passion with me.

As I sit in my basement in front of my computer wearing a very snugly warm bathrobe, I write my first post to the second chapter of my life and the store. Now you ask is it winter time? When did she write this??? No!!!! but I think I need to crank up the Air Conditioner a couple of degrees because my toes have fallen off from frost bite. My poor son has been complaining how cold it has been in the basement...while the rest of the world is sweating bullets. I have not been down here in awhile, certainly not for a long period of time sitting in front of my computer, I have been too busy at the store. I HEAR ya Son.... Man-o-man I need to end this and get me some heat! Announcing 34 degrees Celsius today!

Wow, this feels great... to be writing again, with all my "faux pas" spelling and grammer, I mean grammar mistakes.. Hopefully I will be back real soon to give you more up-dates on the "going ons"

My Quote for the day! (Missed this too)

"Love many, trust few and always paddle your own canoe"

- American Proverb

I just had to!!!!

Caroline

:))) lol

For more information about Chalk Paint™ decorative paints by Annie Sloan in Quebec visit our website:

Piorramaison.com

PEINTURE À LA CRAIE D' Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ Montréal, Quebec, Canada

2012-07-15T16:04:00.012-04:00

Peinture Décorative à la Craie™ par Annie Sloan

pour en savoir plus et Acheter en ligne:
Piorramaison.com

Découvrez pourquoi tout le monde appelle ceci une peinture "Miraculeuse"?

Imaginez… Aucun ponçage!
Aucun décapage! Aucun apprêtage!
NON SÉRIEUSEMENT! C'est vrai...

Annie Sloan a créé une peinture qui adhère à presque n'importe quelle surface ainsi que le vieux bois, mélamine, métal, pierre, brique et même 100 ans de cire accumuler sur vos meubles, sans aucun travail de préparation!!!

Créez le "look" Français!!!

Ateliers!!!

Créez le "look" Français

Atelier pour débutantes

Créez le "look" français sur vos meubles et accessoires avec cette nouvelle peinture sur le marché nord-américain. Inscrivez-vous maintenant pour nos ateliers et apprenez 4 techniques pour transformer vos vieux meubles ou vos trouvailles de marché aux puces en trésors du dernier cri que chacun convoitera!

Heures de l'atelier:10:30h-15:00h

Frais: $199.00 +taxes

Inclus: tous les matériaux nécessaires
& 4 échantillons de deux onces de peinture.

Nous servirons un petit diner, des collations, breuvages et une tonnes de rires!

Votre seule tâche est de vous habillez dans votre tenue de peinture!!!

DATES

Voir notre Site web: Piorramaison.com

Apprenez les techniques parfaites pour créer le "look" français; deux couleurs, vieillir (distressing), application de cire et coloration de cire avec notre peintre Caroline Harper.Changer votre maison en château français!!!

Appelez pour réserver votre place.
514-694-7979
ou par courriel
carolineh@piorramaison.com
Premier arrivé, premier servi. Espaces limités.

pour en savoir plus et Acheter en ligne:
Piorramaison.com

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Peinture à la Craie Annie Sloan - Emperor's Silk et Aubusson blue- Diamant à l'état brut...

2012-05-31T13:17:00.012-04:00

Pour ne pas vous confondre, c'est ma niece Melanie qui a écrit ce blog. :) Je suis une tante fière, lisez la suite!

Caroline

In English

Je suis tellement excitée parce que je vient de rentrer chez moi avec une nouvelle trouvaille et je veux commencée mon projet tout de suite.

Dans le garage de mon condo, les gens jettent plein de choses. La semaine dernière j'ai trouvée une plante et aujourd'hui un classeur dans la poubelle.

Ca ne me dérange pas de prendre les poubelles des autres et de les apporter chez moi. C'est un bon deal et de plus, au lieu de remplir un centre de déchets on les réutilise.

Ce qui est le plus cool avec les trouvailles est que tu peut trouver de choses très unique et tu na pas à avoir peur de les ruiner avec ta créativité.

Pour ce projet j'ai utilisée ma couleur préférer de la Peinture à la Craie Annie Sloan; le Emperor's Silk. Un rouge très vif.

C'est le troisième projet que je finis avec le même pot de peinture. J'adore que c'est hyper facile d'utiliser. Je suis tellement paresseuse que je n'ai même as nettoyer le classeur avant de le peinturer.

J'adore le rouge mais il y a de quoi qui manque...

Alors pour ajouter un peu de caractère je peinture l'intérieure avec le Aubusson Blue. J'aime beaucoup l' apparence du classeur quand c'est finit.

Mais la meilleure chose est que je suis rentrer à 22:00 et il est maintenant 23:30.

Je pense que les couleur plus oser de la Peinture à la Craie Annie Sloan son superbe pour utiliser comme couleur d'accent ou a l'intérieure de tiroirs...

... à moins que tu aimes les montrer. Comme j'aime le Emperor's Silk. En plein jour je vois qu'il y a de petits coins qui ont besoin d'un petit retouche. Mais c'est pas mal pour une couche de peinture sur le métal.

Joyeux Peinture!!!

Melanie

Inspiration de la journée:

Ce qui me scandalise, ce n'est pas qu'il y ait des riches et des pauvres; c'est le gaspillage.

de Mère Teresa

Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ Emperor's Silk and Aubusson Blue - Diamond in the rough...

2012-05-31T13:08:00.006-04:00

To avoid confusion, my niece Melanie is the author of this post. :) I'm a proud Auntie, read on!
Caroline
xx
En Français

I just got home and I am so excited to start a new project right away!!!

In the garage in my building people are always throwing stuff away. Last week I found a Ficus plant, today an old filing cabinet.

I am not above taking something from the garbage and giving it a new home. In my opinion it's a good business deal. Plus, I believe that re-using something that was headed for landfill can never hurt.

The best thing about garbage finds is that you can find some really unique pieces and never have to be afraid of experimenting because you paid nothing for it.

I used my favourite Annie Sloan chalk paint color; Emperor's Silk. It's the third project I use the same can of paint for.

I love how easy it is to use. I am really lazy and did not even clean this piece before I paint it. (Not recommended).

I love the way the red looks but feel like there is a little something missing.

To add a little character I painted the inside with Aubusson Blue.

I love the finished look. Even when it is still wet...

Best of all I started this at 10pm and it is now 11:30.

I think the really funky colours from Annie Sloan Chalk paint are great to use as accents inside drawers and cabinet...

...unless you love to showcase them,

the way I love Emperor's Silk!!!

In the daylight I see that there are a few places that need a touch up. But for one coat on metal, it looks really good even if I do say so myself!!!

Happy Painting!!!

Melanie

Quote of the day:

I only feel angry when I see waste. When I see people throwing away things we could use.

Mother Teresa

Antoinette - My inspiration for this Post

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Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ - Antoinette, how it can be the inspiration for your whole room. A lovely soft pink. I was never a pink fan until I was introduced to Antoinette. Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ newest colour. The whole concept of my store is based on the Shabby Nouveau and industrial chic movement. Piorra Maison is about all things to inspire and desire and boy have I been inspired by Antoinette. I love the combination of Antoinette and French Linen. The two colors where meant to be married together. Here are more rooms and just things to inspire you to use Antoinette as a base colour for any room or occasion in your home.

Vintage pink books. Oh so Français.

Oh so Antoinette!

If you are going to go Pink go all the way!

Or just a touch of pink is so Shabby nouveau.

Just loving this!

This is fabulous, a pink cabinet in your dining room. A wonderful surprise.

or a pink china cabinet.

I know my daughter would love this in her NY flat. While I was at the NYIGF show we picked up a crystal/glass chandelier for her space. It's a start. :) During my next stop in NY I will have to bring her a can of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ - Antoinette. I know she will go to town with it.

In my wildest dreams I would never have considered pink for my kitchen. Here it is. And its so fresh and inviting.

A pink Christmas. Oh So Fabulous. I want a pink Christmas this year......Now I just have to get rid of my ORANGE walls. Time to move on!

Love the contrast with the dark walls. Very dramatic.

So soft and delicate.

A pink diamond jubilee.

You can introduce pink in the room with accessories only.

Or go to town and paint your walls. Antoinette would look beautiful on a feature wall.

Hope you enjoyed my inspiration and introduction to Antoinette and the color pink.

My words to inspire for the day.

"Do not go where the path may lead. Go instead where there is no path, and leave a trail."

- Ralph Waldo Emerson -

Have a great weekend and for those of you in the USA, have a great Memorial Day Weekend.

Caroline

Peinture à la Craie Annie Sloan. Provnece - Un étranger qui devient vite amie...

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Il y a des gens qui croissent notre chemin qui nous inspire et nous rempplissent de joie. Dès notre peremière rencontre, je savais que Rita serai ce type de personne. Originellement, elle passait devant Piorra Maison est à décider de rentrer pour jeter un coup d'oeil. Elle s'est vite intéressée par la Peinture à la Craie Annie Sloan.

Elle m'a expliquée qu'elle avait une chaise qu'elle voulait renouveler mais ne savait pas comment s'y prendre. La promesse de pouvoir transformer ses meubles Sans sabler, Sans apprêter, en faite sans aucunes préparations, lui semblait magnifique et elle s'est inscrite à notre atelier de bricoleuse.

La chaise qu'elle a emmenée à été rembourée avec un Bargello fait à la main par Rita elle-même. Rita pensait que la couleur de la chaise en bois était affreuse et terne. Et que la chaise avait vraiment besoin d'une nouvelle vie...

Après avoir choisi la couleur Provence et avoir décidé de la donner plus de caractère avec un peu de cire foncé, Rita a rapidement appris la technique pour appliquer la peinture.

La couleur Provence & la cire foncé a très bien allé avec son Bargello. Rita nous a encore impressionnée avec l'oeil qu'elle avait pour appliquer la cire sans en mettre trop.

Avec un peu de direction elle a maitrisé l'art du "distressing" ou l'art de vieillir un meuble. Sa chaise semble avoir agit sans effort au cours des années. C'est une vraie chef-d'oeuvre.

De plus, depuis l'atelier Rita passes dans la boutique presque chaque jour. Elle rentre, toujours en souriant et nous éclate de rire avec son sense de l'humour. On est très contente de pouvoir maintenant l'appeler une de nos amies....

Ne marche pas devant moi, je ne suivrai peut-être pas.
Ne marche pas derrière moi, je ne te guiderai peut-être pas.
Marche juste à côté de moi et sois mon ami.
Albert Camus

Merci Melanie

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