And the winner is... Plus Reimagined Monday!

We would like to thank everyone who is a follower of our blog and also those who took the time to comment on our Facebook page!  Watch for more great contests coming soon.

The winner of Miss Mustard Seed's book,  "Inspired You" is:

Joanna Clark Dawyd

Congratulations, Joanna! Just contact us at info@appleboxboutique.com within 48 hours to receive your book!

And now it's time for...

We are posting this particular reimagining because we loved the stencil work and the fact that it was a family effort!

Amy Schmalz sent this in, and has been entered to win this month's Reimagined Monday draw. It is a Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan  project she worked on with her daughter... in her own words:

Entering your draw !! My weekend project with my daughter

"So Kim, (my daughter) had this old dresser she hated & wanted to throw it out. I was poking at different ideas & decided to stencil it, antique it & give a good buff with clear wax. I used ASCP (Pure) white ' AC clear wax.
 

We had so much fun doing this together!! We started by sticking the stencils on the front. Then we got to the fun part, Painting !!

After  2 coats of paint were dry we carefully removed the stencils.

My daughter decided she wanted to mix the hardware so she painted her old handles with AC graphite, the glass knobs are new. 

We gave the dresser a light sanding, a little heaver on the top as Kim likes a very distressed look. I let Kim antique the drawer's herself. 

We then gave the whole piece a coat of AS clear wax & a good hard buff ! 

We love it !!"

So do we, Amy and Kim --  thank you for sharing this with us!

♥,
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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Happy St. Patrick's Day!

Found the Leprechaun lair! It is, suprisingly, in our Boutique window!

 Get your green on with our Colours of The Month deal!

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Apple Box Boutique

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Reimagined Monday: Double the Thrill!

When Marilyn and Jim stopped in at Apple Box Boutique, the visit started out with a conversation about how to refinish a couple of lamps. Marilyn took a keen interest in Chalk Paint® and made a command decision to dive enthusiastically into not one, but two projects straight away... fearlessness indeed. But after a few minutes of chatting it became clear that she comes by that courageous spirit naturally.

This lovely couple shared such interesting stories about Marilyn's father and his experiences and capture at Dieppe that I was mesmerized and humbled, to say the least.  I want to express how incredibly thankful I am for people like this brave and honourable man, who served our country as a member of the Canadian Armed Forces.  My father-in-law served as well and so this story felt very close to home.

A short time later, we received an email from Marilyn with pictures of her painted pieces.  She wrote that she was 'thrilled' with the outcome.  We can see why!

Her first project was to take a pair of outdated but good quality floor lamps and make them at least cottage-worthy.

Two quick coats of  Chalk Paint® and they were transformed into pieces that Marilyn has decided are too beautiful to banish and have now found a place in her home.

Excited about the results, she decided to update a mid-century dresser as well.

  With those great lines and insets, this piece went from so-so to so-fabulous! 

Together, these reimagined pieces brighten up the room with their fresh and stylish new look!  That is definitely double the thrill.

♥,
Apple Box Boutique

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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International Women's Day - 10% Off for the Ladies

Annually on March 8th, a global web of rich and diverse local activity connects women from all around the world to inspire women and celebrate achievements.

At Apple Box Boutique, we will honour women by offering our female customers 10% off everything in the shop all day today.

... Awareness - Empowerment - Inspiration ... Happy Women's Day!

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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