People Are Chalking Workshop: March 12, 2013

People Are Chalking Workshop 

This ‘jump-start’ Chalk Paint® workshop covers everything you need to know about Annie Sloan paints and waxes.  Learn application techniques such as washes, dry brush and layering, different distressing techniques and finally the how-tos of finishing and antiquing using Soft Wax. 

You will leave with the enthusiasm and expertise to go home and reimagine a piece of furniture with confidence.

Attendees will also receive 10% off of all Annie Sloan products purchased on the day of the workshop. 

Just show up in your paint clothes and be ready to have fun!

Date:         Tuesday, March 12, 2013
Time:         10:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Location:  Apple Box Boutique 6507 - 112 Avenue, Edmonton, AB

Attendees will also receive 10% off of all Annie Sloan products purchased on the day of the workshop!

♥,
Apple Box Boutique

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Destination Downton! (Limited Boutique Hours in April)

 Destination Downton

And so it begins... the countdown to our journey through England!

Summoned by an opportunity to tour the grand buildings, lush grounds and period furnishings that make our hearts flutter wildly (plus a little real-time research work at the National Archives), we can't help but think there is a bevvy of fabulous finds 'across the pond' waiting to be shipped back home.  Ahhh, we can dream!

To make this trip means some adjustment at Apple Box Boutique and we wanted to give a good long heads-up to our customers, present and future, that our hours will be limited from April 9th to April 21st.

While we are abroad, the Boutique will be open:

• Monday to Thursday from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and  
• Saturdays by appointment only (contact info@appleboxboutique.com).

And now to seek out the perfect cloche hat... After all, one must be in proper attire should one make it to the Abbey!

♥,
Apple Box Boutique

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UPDATE: Our February Winner and Our Latest Contests!

Thank you to everyone who entered our February Reimagined Monday Contest. It was fantastic to see all of the wonderful projects people have been working on and we are so excited about the March entries!

The February winner is: Mary-Jane Downie. 

We drew from our goodie bag of prizes, and Mary-Jane has won a $50 Apple Box Boutique Gift Card!

Congratulations Mary-Jane!

What have YOU Reimagined?

Send in your project pics and be entered to win our Reimagined Monday draw!

Reimagined Monday Draw

We would like to highlight more customer projects!  Send us your before/during/after pictures and tell us about your creative process and you'll be entered into our monthly Reimagined Monday draw.

Each month we will give away a different item like paint, brushes, books, supplies, gift certificates and more. You don't have to be featured to be eligible... the month you enter is the month you will be included in the draw. 

Send your name, pictures and story to:

info@appleboxboutique.com and win!

Win This Book: Miss Mustard Seed's "Inspired You!"

Some girls get giddy over a new pair of shoes. Marian Parsons gets giddy over room makeovers. With a lot of ingenuity, a little bit of effort, and a tight budget, she has transformed her home into a beautiful space and filled her heart with a lot more contentment. Thousands have found inspiration at Marian’s blog, missmustardseed.com, and now she shares dozens of new projects, ideas, and DIY adventures in the pages of Inspired You.

Marian will remind you that homes don’t have to be magazine material to be special, comfortable, and inviting. The goal you’re working toward is home. Not a perfect home. Not an “impress the neighbors” home. Just home—one whose walls and rooms tell the story of the family who lives there. Beautiful homes start with inspiration and a willingness to try. So uncover your God-given creativity. Be encouraged, be willing, and be inspired.

Follow this blog to win your copy!

On March 15th, we will draw randomly from all of our blog followers.  Watch for your name and contact us within 48 hours to receive your book!

Like us and tell us on our Facebook page that you're a follower of our blog, and receive two more entries to WIN.

♥,
Apple Box Boutique

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Big Savings on our March Colours of the Month!

We're excited to announce our March Colours of the Month!  With St. Paddy`s Day just over the rainbow, what better way to celebrate than with green and more green!

Here are a few examples of fabulous projects using these gorgeous spring colours:

Antibes Green Chalk Paint®

$45/qt (Regularly $49.95)

Silver Heart Works

Annie Sloan

Tracitales

At Home On The Bay

Lucketts Green Milk Paint
$20/pkg (Regularly $24)

Miss Mustard Seed

Southern Revivals

Perfectly Imperfect

Sophia's

What will YOU reimagine?

♥,
Apple Box Boutique

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Reimagined Monday: Repurposed Mid-Century Cabinet

Yayyy -- It`s Reimagined Monday!

Tomorrow we will be announcing the prize and winner of the February Reimagined Monday Draw.  If you would like to be entered to win really great stuff from the Boutique, just send in before and after pics (during too, if you have them!) and the story of your paint project using Chalk Paint® or Milk Paint.

We will include more information about the draw at the end of this blog post, but for now we`d like to share our first March entry!

This reimagination features a curvy mid-century cabinet, which came to us along with this lovely letter from Mary-Jane Downie:

"Hey!  Just wanted to share my little story.  I bought a vintage handmade piece off kijiji. It is some sort of china cabinet. Sadly I don't have the best before picture. There was a mirror in the background off the top portion.  The poor thing even tipped over in the back of the truck on the way home. That made removing the mirror easier though. :)  

I replaced the mirror with some antique ceiling tiles from Home Reuseables off Argyll road.  Such a great place!  It was my first time working with the Annie Sloan chalk paint and waxes and I had so much fun.  It was hard to take a break from my project to feed my family!   I think they are all relieved its pretty much done.  

I used Emperor's Silk with the clear and dark soft waxes. All were very easy to use. Lots of YouTube videos out there and information online.  Of course you were very helpful at the store as well when I called with questions!

I just need to pick out some hardware and she is all done! 

Thanks for the inspiration! I can hardly wait till my next project.
 
-Mary-Jane Downie"

Don`t you love the repurposing Mary-Jane did with this piece? Adore that colour, too!

We send a big thank you to Mary-Jane for sharing your story.

Read below to learn more about how you can enter our Reimagined Monday Draw! 

>What have YOU Reimagined?

Send in your project pics and be entered to win our Reimagined Monday draw!

Reimagined Monday Draw

We would like to highlight more customer projects!  Send us your before/during/after pictures and tell us about your creative process and you'll be entered into our monthly Reimagined Monday draw.

Each month we will give away a different item like paint, brushes, books, supplies, gift certificates and more. You don't have to be featured to be eligible... the month you enter is the month you will be included in the draw. 

Send your name, pictures and story to:

info@appleboxboutique.com and win!

♥,
Apple Box Boutique

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Now Available: Paint Parties & Private Workshops

Looking for a fun night out?

This is not your average painting class!

Apple Box Boutique is the answer! Bring your favorite bottle of wine or beverage**, invite your friends, and enjoy step-by-step instruction with our experienced and enthusiastic instructor. You’ll leave with a one-of-a-kind creation and new set of skills to explore.

Book a private party and bring your own furniture or décor piece to paint or we can provide a project piece for you. From birthday and bachelorette parties to date nights and team building events, we can help you celebrate!

We also partner with Ambiance Events and can put together theme parties and special events...  whatever your imagination inspires.

Contact us at info@appleboxboutique.com to book your party!

** Liquor laws apply.  Permit required.

It's a little bit of paint, a little bit of wine, and a whole lot of fun!

♥,
Apple Box Boutique

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Price Drop on Chalk Paint® and $10 Flat Rate Shipping!

You may have heard the rumours and we are happy to confirm:
It is all true!  

We've had some great things happen at Apple Box Boutique thanks to you, our incredible customers.  We are grateful for all of your support and patronage, and to show our appreciation we want to share the joy...

Starting today our prices on Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan will drop from $51.95 to $49.95 per quart in-store and online.  But that's not all!

Effective immediately we are also offering $10 Flat Rate shipping, so whether you purchase 2 quarts or 10, you'll never pay more than $10 for delivery right to your door!

AND just to make the whole thing even sweeter, our all new $10 Flat Rate Shipping applies to everything in our online shop!   

Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan
Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint

Inspirational How-to Books
Paint and Wax Brushes
Paint Supplies and more

All delivered for one great rate!*

♥,
Apple Box Boutique
*Applies to AB and SK *Other provinces $10 off shipping

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Local Event: Got Milk Paint? Workshop!

Got Milk Paint? Workshop

Taking our hands-on Milk Paint Workshop will ensure that you acquire a strong knowledge of how to use Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint, Furniture Wax and Antiquing Wax. You will complete a variety of sample boards plus a project piece that can be taken home to display your new talents!

All materials, snacks and beverages are provided.  Just show up in your paint clothes and be ready to have fun!

This hands on workshop offers:

• History, characteristics and preparation of Milk Paint
• Different uses of Milk Paints on wood, ceramic, metal, drywall etc.
• Easy methods of custom colour matching
• Faux-finishing techniques, antiquing, distressing etc.
• Crackle finishes 

Date: Tuesday, March 19, 10:00 AM - 1:30 PM

Cost:  $225 + GST   (Includes all materials: project pieces, paints and finishes.  Snacks and beverages are provided.)

OR visit Apple Box Boutique online for more workshop and registration information.

♥,
Apple Box Boutique

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New Arrival: Miss Mustard Seed's Book, "Inspired You!"

Some girls get giddy over a new pair of shoes. Marian Parsons gets giddy over room makeovers. With a lot of ingenuity, a little bit of effort, and a tight budget, she has transformed her home into a beautiful space and filled her heart with a lot more contentment. Thousands have found inspiration at Marian’s blog, missmustardseed.com, and now she shares dozens of new projects, ideas, and DIY adventures in the pages of Inspired You.

Marian will remind you that homes don’t have to be magazine material to be special, comfortable, and inviting. The goal you’re working toward is home. Not a perfect home. Not an “impress the neighbors” home. Just home—one whose walls and rooms tell the story of the family who lives there. Beautiful homes start with inspiration and a willingness to try. So uncover your God-given creativity. Be encouraged, be willing, and be inspired.

Follow this blog to win your copy!

In two weeks, we will draw randomly from all of our blog followers.  Watch for your name and contact us within 48 hours to receive your book!

Like us and tell us on our Facebook page that you're a follower of our blog, and receive two more entries to WIN.

♥,
Apple Box Boutique

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Reimagined Monday: Ugly Duckling 80's Dresser to Swan

Hello!  It's Reimagined Monday and we are very excited to share this fantastic project with you.

One of the things we've been doing at the Apple Box studio is use legs on otherwise average pieces to give them some real 'stage presence'.  Today's entry is a fabulous example from one of our lovely customers, Kathryn Brandt.  Completed last summer, Kathryn's dresser is a real showstopper!

Here is the before pic of the dresser Kathryn bought on kijiji for $35:

Unremarkable, outdated and blah-brown veneer it is hard to envision this ugly duckling becoming a swan.  But with a little Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan and some reimagination, anything can happen!

Kathryn wrote, "...I sure loved the paint - super easy to use and such beautiful colors ! I also bought these legs from home depot for $5 each and had my hubby install on bottom to make it less dresser like and more entertainment unit ish!"

The legs are cute and inexpensive and an assortment of styles can be found at most hardware and home renovations stores:

Rather than make a heavy investment, Kathryn then sprayed the hardware with black spray paint and this swan took flight:

Kathryn Brandt's gorgeous cabinet in French Linen Chalk Paint®

Gorgeous! All of us at the Boutique just love this piece and continue to gush over it; but we'll leave the final words to Kathryn...

"So fun and can't wait to do another project!!" 

♥,
Apple Box Boutique

What have YOU Reimagined?  

Send in your project pics and be entered to win our Reimagined Monday draw!

Reimagined Monday Draw

We would like to highlight more customer projects!  Send us your before/during/after pictures and tell us about your creative process and you'll be entered into our monthly Reimagined Monday draw.

Each month we will give away a different item like paint, brushes, books, supplies, gift certificates and more. You don't have to be featured to be eligible... the month you enter is the month you will be included in the draw. 

Send your name, pictures and story to:

info@appleboxboutique.com and win!

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Pinterest loves Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan!

While perusing Pinterest it became very clear that Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan is the darling of Pinterest.  While looking for design inspiration for a client's custom kitchen makeover, we found so many other fantastic reimagined pieces that we couldn't help but share them.

Here is just a sampling of projects that caught us by the heart!

Incredible Armoire Makeover using Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan by A Bit O' Whimsey

Pretty Door painted with Chalk Paint® in Antoinette by Girl in Pink

Fabulous Floor from Annie Sloan Unfolded

Suitcase Makeover by The Concrete Cottage

Curtains Painted with Chalk Paint® in Provence by Perfectly Imperfect

Fireplace Makeover by Bella Tucker Decorative Finishes

Candlesticks Makeover by Shades of Amber using Chalk Paint® in Provence

Chair Makeover by Robyn Storey Designs

Graphite, French Linen & Old White Chalk Paint® Ceiling by WonderFaux Studio

Old White Chalk Paint® Stenciled Walls from Annie Sloan Unfolded Blog

Custom Chalk Paint® cabinet by Urban Comfort

Vintage Kelvinator Refrigerator Painte with Chalk Paint® in Florence by 3 Oaks Studio

Vintage Kitchen Green cabinet: Custom Chalk Paint® mix by Urban Comfort

Check out all of the above and more on Pinterest, then stop in at Apple Box Boutique to see our Chalk Paint® colour board, stock up on paint supplies and learn about our paint Workshops!

♥,
Apple Box Boutique

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