I do love pink, but never thought I would paint any thing pink, but I did. If you don’t like your table, why not paint it? This is the story of the painted table.
This is the before photo above. I guess I really didn’t like the way the table looked, because I can’t find any photos of the table without a tablecloth!
Below is the table after I painted it. I used chawk paint in the color, Lillian. The paint was provided by Southern Honey.
Well it certainly is a different look! I’m still deciding if I like the pink, or if I would prefer white.
If you have a table you don’t like, tablecloths are an inexpensive, easy, and reversible way to disguise them. If you want something more permanent you can paint your table like I did.
I did some light distressing on the corners and on the legs. I finished it off with a clear wax. I’m also showing you a view of the guest quarters that I rarely show. This direction, you can see the big TV on my sewing machine cabinet. I don’t really watch TV, but we put one in here for guests. Honestly it is in my way, but my daughter has had some parties over here, and they did watch some stuff. Although I don’t care to see the TV, it is something other people use, and I try to be courteous of that. I am also working on a way to disguise it. I haven’t figured that one out yet. It may be difficult, since it overlaps beyond the edge of the windows.
Well there you have it. So thumbs up or down on the pink?
UPDATE: I tried the table for a few weeks, but in the end, I decided I didn’t like the shape. I ended up selling it at a nearby consignment shop. I found another table at the same shop, so basically I just swapped them out. You are not going to believe this… actually you probably will. I just completely redid the entire space. It looks completely different. Ha, ha. Oh my, photos coming soon. I even came up with a solution for the TV. Oh…. I can’t wait for you to see it.
Wow (regarding your ‘update’) – and so close to Christmas! You must have energy that don’t quit. 🙂 I can’t wait to see it either.
Ha Joyce. Yes lots of motivation to get everything done equals lots of energy.
i’ve never thought of myself as a pink person, but as I look around my house there’s more of it than I thought, and it’s very easy to live with. Your table is so subtle as to almost be not pink. Looks great.
I love it! The pink is so subtle that it has almost the same effect as a white table.
I agree with Heidi if it is a lighter shade of pink then it blends in naturally ,like white would. Well, can’t wait to see the new pics. Anita you crack me up.
Not a pink person, as I am not a yellow person, but I see yellow creeping in on my homes decor and again bits of blues, so why not PINK?
Love it in your setting it so works and that’s the key here, looking around in my movement I can’t see it…. But who knows what I may see down the line.
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Embrace your crazy, Anita! LOL Looking forward to the new view!
How fortunate you were to quickly find something that better suited your needs! If that had been me l would have been table less for months!
That should read tableless!
I love the pink table. When I was a little girl, my aunt had a pink upright piano!
You inspire me to try stuff I would never have thought of–can’t wait to see the redo!!
Please don’t keep us waiting long for pics of your redo.
Not sure about the pink, but do like the tablecloth. I think it is fun to change things, but also a good bit of work. My friends always ask ” what is your project now”, so guess the jig is up!
Anita,
Love your daring-ness to atleast try the pink. Good for you! I definitely think it would fit in a shabby chic setting, not so much French farmhouse. I am a fan of your style and have stolen many ideas from your photos and stories. Always eager to read what you’ve done lately! Keep it coming!
Dee
Thanks Dee, well it was worth the try!
I like the shape and style of the table in these photos, but did not particularly care for the pink. Somehow, it looked a bit off with your other colors. I’m looking forward to seeing photos of your new table and any changes you made to your room set up. Enjoy the process.
I agree with Rosalie…I think that the table would look best the color of the cabinets but scuffed up a dab more to show the brown through the paint. Then add in a few darker accents to add some pops of contrast.
Loved the pink table. I too am looking for a solution to hide our television. I love the look of old doors or shutters used to hide the tv behind. Can’t wait to see what you come up with.
Recipe for a Romantic Bedroom is her blog post with all of the changes she made. Just go to “search this blog” and type that title in. IT’S GREAT!!!!!!!
I’m looking forward to the changes that you made in the room and the way that you were able to hid the TV.
I like pink, but not especially on a table. Looking forward to your next version. Anita, you keep me coming back.
I enjoyed this post, Anita. You’re so funny. Showing us pictures of a room and then telling us you just completely redid it! Can’t wait to see the new room!