A Hutch Transformed With CeCe Caldwell Smoky Mountain Gray…

Back when I was a kid,  we took a trip to the Smoky Mountains… there is a photo similar to this one, except we’re posing in front of the fence like tourons…

and you thought I was pulling your  leg   That’s me in the middle smiling at my brother

Little did I know, years later I’d be painting a piece of furniture in a color named Smoky Mountain Gray

I started with this lovely gem – such a pretty piece  to paint, and in excellent condition

The drawers were lined with Detroit Newspapers from 1979.  Good for the future owner because the inside drawers are like new

My inspiration?   a picture frame finish that I created for my mom

I started with a base of Reclaim Licorice black

added glue in areas, as I went along, and painted over it all with the CeCe Caldwell Smoky Mountain

This paint is easy to brush out, thick but creamy and levels out just enough so you’re not left with heavy brushy marks…  and it goes far.  One coat covered this piece and I only used not even 1/3 of the can

After a very light sand I aged and sealed it with a Liberon Medium Oak Wax

and for an extra custom punch, I gave the top an animal hide texture in a warm silver metallic

My new buddy John, owner at Profaux, told me to sell it for no less than $1500…

and he said I should sign it.  After all,  it’s one of a kind.  Custom…

I haven’t signed it.  Yet.

For Sale  $899

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A Springhill Green Accent Table, The CeCe Way

Something about this CeCe color

called to me….

my daughter used Caromal Colours, Texture Basecoat Parchment and tinted it awhile back to create a similar color to stencil this chair

then we got the CeCe paints and fell in love with the Springhill Green.  I used it on this star, over the Turquoise

and on the side of my storage cabinet

Then I had this…

and went for this

one coat, drying,  it doesn’t take long…

The second coat gave perfect coverage

When it dries, I take  a wet rag and wipe the areas I want distressed

I sanded the top a little to make it even smoother, and then applied the Clear Wax to seal the surface.  I was undecided on pure Springhill Green or an aged version of it.  The clear wax is  easy to brush on, wipe off excess and then a couple hours later lightly buff to a sheen.

Clear Wax Instructions for Use:

Clear Wax should be applied in a thin, even coat with a brush or lint-free cloth.  Wipe away an excess.  The surface should then be thoroughly buffed with a dry cloth or finishing pad after 2-4 hours.  For an even hard finish, the wax can be rebuffed 2-4 days after the initial buffing.  This product requires several days to fully cure.  Freshly waxed surfaces should be kept free of moisture and heavy use traffic for about a week or so.

After the clear dried I decided to age it with the CeCe Dark Wax-

Aging Wax (Light & Dark) Instructions for Use:

Before first use stir well, mixing wax from bottom into upper layers of wax, as the pigment has a tendency to settle to the bottom of container.  Apply with a brush or rag.  It becomes thin (like an oil) as you work with it.  You can use your hands (no harmful ingredients) to rub into the painted surface.  Allow to sit for 5-10 minutes before wiping away extreme excess.  Leave more wax in the areas that you want the deeper pigmentation.  Remove all wax from areas that you do not want an aged appearance.  Allow to rest another 10-15 minutes, before wiping away all excess.  Apply a second coat if needed for deeper color.  The wax will take longer to dry and use only a cloth to buff.  Aging Wax goes on much lighter, straight from the container, than most dark waxes.  There is no need to lighten with clear wax, prior to use.  For a harder finish, apply a coat of the Clear Wax or Satin Coat several days after the application of the Aging Wax.

Perfect color!

CeCe Caldwell’s paints

100% naturally green,

in the color of your choice

CeCe paints are sold in quarts and 4 ounce samplers.   Visit our store for all your product needs

CeCe Caldwell Dover White

CeCe Caldwell Chalk & Clay Paint

- why it’s our paint of choice for creating beautiful finishes:

• 100% naturally green, people & earth friendly, and made right here in the USA…
• ZERO Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s), non-toxic.  The minerals are clay, porcelain clay, and chalk blended into a water-base solution.  No odor (though I say it smells like earth!)
• It has a creamy consistency when painting and flows out effortlessly, drying to a pretty smooth finish.  You can achieve a baby fine surface with minimal sanding
• The paint is self-priming, superior adhesion means that most surfaces don’t require a prep coat of primer prior to painting. One or two coats generally give complete coverage and the paint goes a long way!
• You can use a single color, or layer multiple colors, and a simple wipe back with wet cloth will reveal the beauty beneath
• CeCe offers a yummy Clear Wax for sealing up the surface, and a Satin Finish when you desire even more durability

This is 2 coats Dover White,  over a 5×7 photo frame (glass and all), with Clear Wax and Satin Finish

The Clear Wax is on the left side,  the Satin Finish is on the right…

The clear wax has NO odor, is non-streaking & made from insect & plant sources. It is non-petroleum based, natural wax. In addition to being better for you, your family & the environment, it goes on smoothly without any drag or streaking.  simply brush it on, wipe off the excess, and a few hours later you can buff it to a lovely sheen.

A comparison…  a Cherry on top!

#1 Young Kansas Wheat, #2 Simply White, #3 Vintage White, #4 Dover White, #5 Traverse City Cherry

CeCe Caldwell’s paints

100% naturally green,

in the color of your choice

CeCe paints are sold in quarts and 4 ounce samplers.   Visit our store for all your product needs

CeCe Caldwell Vintage White

CeCe Caldwell Chalk & Clay Paint

- why it’s our paint of choice for creating beautiful finishes:

• 100% naturally green, people & earth friendly, and made right here in the USA…
• ZERO Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC’s), non-toxic.  The minerals are clay, porcelain clay, and chalk blended into a water-base solution.  No odor (though I say it smells like earth!)
• It has a creamy consistency when painting and flows out effortlessly, drying to a pretty smooth finish.  You can achieve a baby fine surface with minimal sanding
• The paint is self-priming, superior adhesion means that most surfaces don’t require a prep coat of primer prior to painting. One or two coats generally give complete coverage and the paint goes a long way!
• You can use a single color, or layer multiple colors, and a simple wipe back with wet cloth will reveal the beauty beneath
• CeCe offers a yummy Clear Wax for sealing up the surface, and a Satin Finish when you desire even more durability

This is 2 coats Vintage White,  over a 5×7 photo frame (glass and all).

I brush on the yummy Clear Wax – notice how it brings the color back

The clear wax has NO odor, is non-streaking & made from insect & plant sources. It is non-petroleum based, natural wax. In addition to being better for you, your family & the environment, it goes on smoothly without any drag or streaking.  simply brush it on, wipe off the excess, and a few hours later you can buff it to a lovely sheen.

A comparison…  a Cherry on top!

#1 Young Kansas Wheat, #2 Simply White, #3 Vintage White, #4 Dover White, #5 Traverse City Cherry

CeCe Caldwell’s paints

100% naturally green,

in the color of your choice

CeCe paints are sold in quarts and 4 ounce samplers.   Visit our store for all your product needs