Painted Leather: Chalk Paint™ decorative paint by Annie Sloan

When we tell folks that it is possible to paint virtually anything with Chalk Paint™ decorative paint by Annie Sloan including leather (or pleather) there is a pause, followed by excitement, followed by, "Do you have pictures?"

Here are a few for inspiration!

Denise's Leather Sofa (customer of Shades of Amber): BEFORE

Denise's Leather Sofa (customer of Shades of Amber): A Month Later

Natuzzi Leather Chair (Patina Home): BEFORE

Natuzzi Leather Chair (Patina Home): AFTER

Leather Cowgirl Boots (Pippi and Peanuts Eclectic Boutique): BEFORE & AFTER

Leather Cowgirl Boots (Pippi and Peanuts Eclectic Boutique):A Step Further (MATCHING TRAILER)

Medallion Chair (Maison Decor): BEFORE

Medallion Chair (Maison Decor): AFTER

Jacket (Kathie Jordan Design's Grand Opening):  DURING

Jacket (Kathie Jordan Design's Grand Opening): AFTER

Leather Cowgirl Boots (Artistic Home Studio and Boutique): BEFORE & AFTER

Leather Cowgirl Boots- Close Up (Artistic Home Studio and Boutique): AFTER

Have some projects of your own in mind?  Ask us how to get gorgeous results!  Our friendly staff are happy to help you with colour choice and all the information you need to reimagine your sofa, shoes, boots, jackets... (even upholstery and pillows)!

Happy Painting!

♥, 
Apple Box Boutique

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SALE + For Mother's Day, We've Gone to the Birds!

We have plenty of lovely new items perfect for Mom, including these sweet little birds (and more)...

Metal square pot with bird lid

Pretty little medal birds on a branch

French country birdfeeder

French country birdhouse

Pretty, shabby chic/cottage chic bird decor (lg)

Teacup birdhouse

Bird on books decor

Bird coasters

Decorative birds

Birds on burlap print

Check out our Facebook album Spring Decor for more.

PLUS today and tomorrow:

• 10% off all wall decor, indoor clocks and decorative hooks
• 10% off all Bath & Body products
• 10% off Milk Paint & Sundries by Miss Mustard Seed
• 10% off Milk Paint & Sundries by Homestead House
• 15% off one-of-a-kind painted furniture

Don't miss our May Colour of the Month!

Imagine the possibilities...

♥,
Apple Box Boutique

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Reimagined Monday: Aman Dhaliwal's Retro Redoux

Welcome to our first Reimagined Monday in May.  The sun is shining, the birds are chirping and everything feels refreshed. It's the perfect kind of day to share this fantastic retro redoux!
 
Lovely Aman Dhaliwal of Saman's Balti took this dated table from faded to fabulous, or as Aman put it so well, "thrift store find now one of a kind".

Chalk Paint® decorative paint by Annie Sloan doesn't require sanding or priming to adhere to any surface, but Aman wanted a clean fresh start for her project.

With the colour choice made (the hardest part!), some clear and dark Soft Wax, a good brush and Annie's "50 Transformations" book as a handy reference, it was time to dive in!

Duck Egg is a greenish soft blue, the perfect choice to offset the gorgeous yellow glass on this piece.

Chalk Paint® dries in a short period of time, so there is rarely much of a wait between coats and it is quickly ready for waxing!

Annie Sloan Soft Clear Wax protects the paint and creates a soft, velvety look and feel, though the paint is durable enough to hold up even on exterior surfaces without a finish.

Some buffing with a light sandpaper adds some glorious shabby chic-ness!

Aman brushed on Soft Dark Wax to give the table even more richness and character.

Duck Egg is a favourite at the Boutique, and here's an example of why...

No matter the origins of the piece, this colour always looks great.

This is such a wonderful reimagined little table, Aman.

Thank you for sharing it with us!

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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Reimagined Monday: Tatiana's Bedside Table

It's our first official Reimagined Monday since returning from our Destination Downton trip, and we're really excited to share this one with you.

A few weeks ago, Kerry Engel visited the Boutique along with her daughter Tatiana.  They were on a mission to complete a project during spring break and it immediately became clear that these two lovely ladies were already experienced crafters!

Tatiana had been remaking her bedroom and wanted to reimagine her sidetable to work with her new decor. And WOW... does this teen have an eye for design!

Tatiana's Bedside Table

Arles... it is one of our favourite Chalk Paint® colours and it is a bold choice.  Tatiana, fabric swatch in hand, was fearless and confident that this was the right colour for her bedside table.

This sweet and simple table has great lines and is the perfect piece to showcase a pop of colour without being fussy or overstated.

Some of the great things about Chalk Paint® are that it has no smell, is low-VOC and dries quickly, which makes painting indoors a dream.  

Tatiana threw down a little cardboard to protect the floor and started her project on-the-spot.

Since the table was previously grey, Tatiana distressed through the Arles to let just enough peek through to create dimension, and to pull in the grey in her wallpaper and linens.

The result is this fabulous, custom piece:

 ... the perfect accent for an already stellar bedroom makeover.

All phtotos courtesy of Kerry Engel

Kerry and Tatiana breezed into the Boutique like a breath of fresh spring air and then infused it into the decor.  We think we may have a future designer in our midst!

Thank you for sharing your project, Tatiana... We can't wait to see what you do next.

♥,
Apple Box Boutique

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New Chalk Paint® Workshop: April 28th

Chalk It Up To Fabulous Workshop

This is the Chalk Paint® class everyone has been asking about!  Spend an afternoon reimagining your small furniture or home decor item.

Learn application techniques, colour layering, distressing techniques and the how-tos of finishing using clear and dark Soft Wax.  Then apply your new skills and reimagine your own piece, with expert guidance on hand.

Must be able to carry in your item unassisted.

Includes paint, finishes and all painting supplies for use during class.  
Lunch and beverages are provided.

Attendees will also receive 10% off 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:         Sunday, April 28, 2013
Time:        11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Location:  Apple Box Boutique 6507 - 112 Avenue, Edmonton, AB
 

♥,
Apple Box Boutique

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