May
2013
More Fun with Spray Paint–A Little Rust-oleum Changes Everything
I came across a new shade of aqua spray paint–called Seaside–by Rust-oleumat Home Depot when I was shopping for paint for my colorful spring porch makeover and couldn’t resist it. So I bought six cans for a future project. Since I was in a spray painting mood last weekend, and I was dying to paint something aqua, I painted this iron nautilus bench and side table for my back yard.
This color practically glows in the early evening light. Throw on a coordinating pillow or two and you have a colorful and comfy spot to sit down and enjoy your garden.
The aqua and white pillow is from Pottery Barn’s outdoor pillow collection. I’ve used this pillow inside and outside. I just throw it in the washer when it gets dirty and it’s good to go for another season. I used three cans of paint for this project. I can use the remaining three cans to repaint this furniture when it gets battered by the elements, or I can find something else to paint. Hmm, what else needs a coat of aqua? Let me think…
shreejacob
May 30, 2013 at 1:05 pm (10 years ago)Oo that’s a pretty blue
afternoonartist
May 31, 2013 at 1:35 am (10 years ago)I agree, Shree.
Greta
May 30, 2013 at 3:27 pm (10 years ago)I thought we bought this for NEXT year!! Couldn’t wait could you? Must be that instant gratification thing??? Eh?
afternoonartist
May 31, 2013 at 1:36 am (10 years ago)Feeling a bit snarky today, huh mom? LOL!
Francesca
May 30, 2013 at 4:37 pm (10 years ago)Think hard because the color is super pretty!
afternoonartist
May 31, 2013 at 1:38 am (10 years ago)I’m thinking, I’m thinking! Thanks, Francesca.
Beth Parker
May 30, 2013 at 7:53 pm (10 years ago)How fun is that!!! I love that beautiful bench, too. What a great find, Jill!!! Pretty – Pretty!!!
afternoonartist
May 31, 2013 at 1:41 am (10 years ago)I’m the spray paint queen. A few dollars per can and a few minutes of time and I can transform anything. I still have a bit of aqua paint on my hands–the mark of a true artist….
violetski
May 30, 2013 at 11:38 pm (10 years ago)What a great idea ! And beautiful blue❤
afternoonartist
May 31, 2013 at 1:41 am (10 years ago)Thanks, Violet.
Pat
May 30, 2013 at 11:43 pm (10 years ago)Love that shade of blue. Looks great on the bench and table.
afternoonartist
May 31, 2013 at 1:42 am (10 years ago)Thanks, Pat.
elenacaravela
May 31, 2013 at 12:33 am (10 years ago)Love the shape and color!
afternoonartist
May 31, 2013 at 1:44 am (10 years ago)I found that bench and table at a local antique shop about 15 years ago. I leave it in my garden year round. It has held up beautifully, but I do repaint it each spring.
pamtanzey
May 31, 2013 at 10:36 pm (10 years ago)That looks beautiful! I love the color and that is the coolest bench!
afternoonartist
June 1, 2013 at 12:10 pm (10 years ago)Thanks, Pam.
pamtanzey
May 31, 2013 at 10:36 pm (10 years ago)P.S. You make it look so easy!
afternoonartist
June 1, 2013 at 12:09 pm (10 years ago)It is easy. I think my nautilus bench is awesome, too.
The Renegade Seamstress
June 2, 2013 at 12:01 am (10 years ago)I literally gasped when I saw this! Number one, I LOVE your chair!! So cool and for you to paint it aqua, even better!!! Number Two, I’ve been looking for turquoise metal paint, hoping to paint the stove in my 1965 Aladdin camp trailer!!! I’m heading to the store RIGHT NOW!!
afternoonartist
June 2, 2013 at 12:05 am (10 years ago)An aqua stove would be incredible. Please send me pics!
beverlydyer
June 24, 2013 at 1:24 pm (10 years ago)Love this color!! May need to look for a reason to use it too!!
afternoonartist
June 24, 2013 at 1:28 pm (10 years ago)It really does glow in my garden. I bought a few extra cans for future use; you never know how long a new color/product will be available.
mpkarts
July 6, 2013 at 7:35 pm (10 years ago)Beautiful colour, looks fantastic!
afternoonartist
July 6, 2013 at 7:39 pm (10 years ago)Thanks, Mary!
sallyjadlow
July 14, 2013 at 12:17 am (10 years ago)Thanks for liking my blog. I painted a cream can for the front porch with that color. Love it!
afternoonartist
July 14, 2013 at 2:38 am (10 years ago)Dud you post a picture of it on your blog?
jackikellum
July 23, 2013 at 9:57 pm (10 years ago)I love all of the color
afternoonartist
July 25, 2013 at 6:07 pm (10 years ago)Thank you, Jacki. I’m a big fan of spray paint. Just give me a few cans in fun colors and I’m good to go!
Turnip Times
July 24, 2013 at 3:17 am (10 years ago)Interested in watercolors? Where I live I found a watercolor society that has presentations for learning. Bet you have one near you two. You look pretty handy with that spray can
afternoonartist
July 25, 2013 at 6:05 pm (10 years ago)Thanks for the suggestion, Joan. And thanks for visiting my blog!
Turnip Times
July 25, 2013 at 6:08 pm (10 years ago)I think you will enjoy the art work that I am in the process of posting right now.
maggiebird
July 26, 2013 at 3:11 pm (10 years ago)Thanks for visiting my blog and liking it. I’ve enjoyed your blog–and that’s a beautiful bench. I love the color.
hookonhooked
July 28, 2013 at 2:06 pm (10 years ago)Thank you . . . you inspired me!
afternoonartist
July 28, 2013 at 2:18 pm (10 years ago)You’re welcome!
Franki Kohler
August 7, 2013 at 4:11 pm (10 years ago)Completely awesome furniture and treatment. Brava!
afternoonartist
August 9, 2013 at 11:34 am (10 years ago)Thank you, Franki.