Monday, February 20, 2012

Garden Bench Makeover

It took me a while (see my January post here) but I finally got around to it!

The bench as you see it below sat outside for many seasons and each year when I brought it in for the winter I would tell myself that before I brought it back out in the spring I was going to refinish it to protect it from the elements.


So I gave it two coats of Annie Sloan's Chalk Paint in Pure White...

I then spot distressed it and gave it a coat of Annie Sloan's Clear Soft Wax

It came out so pretty that I decided to dress it up a bit with some cushions and throw pillows.
I doubt she'll ever see the light of day again :)

31 comments:

  1. SandiFebruary 20, 2012 at 2:57 PM

    I love it Diane!! I would keep it inside now too! Great job!
    Blessings~

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  2. AnonymousFebruary 20, 2012 at 3:02 PM

    Beautiful bench, Diane! You dressed it up very nicely. I have one of those same pillows on my bed ~ I think they're just so pretty with the little ruffles!

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  3. BenteFebruary 20, 2012 at 3:03 PM

    Oh, that is the most beautiful bench I have seen. Lucky you.

    Hugs Bente

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  4. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsFebruary 20, 2012 at 3:05 PM

    That is so pretty, Diane! I love it with the cushions and pillows, too! I'd keep that inside, too.

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  5. Shanon at Vintage Sparkle ChicFebruary 20, 2012 at 3:33 PM

    OMGosh! That turned out beautifully! I love the pillows you added, they look amazing. It will look great indoors or out under a covered porch for protection. I wish I had one like that!

    ~Shanon

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  6. Paint Me WhiteFebruary 20, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    Diane you did a great job and dressed it perfectly. Sandy x

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  7. Rebecca NelsonFebruary 20, 2012 at 5:00 PM

    I love it! LOVE IT! I absolutely would keep it inside, too! What a beauty my friend. Thanks for sharing!

    xo~Rebecca

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  8. michelleFebruary 20, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    Diane she is beautiful, I love the white and the cushions and pillows! I don't blame you for keeping her inside. :)
    xo

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  9. Jacqueline~Cabin and CottageFebruary 20, 2012 at 5:53 PM

    Miracles! The bench is gorgeous. And so are those sweet ruffly cushions!

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  10. Amy ChalmersFebruary 20, 2012 at 6:05 PM

    Very pretty~I haven't seen the pure white ASCP yet. It is a real white instead of the cream. love the pillows too!

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  11. beachcomberFebruary 20, 2012 at 6:18 PM

    an interesting bench.. looks amazing with the pillows!!
    x

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  12. Amy KinserFebruary 20, 2012 at 6:44 PM

    Beautiful!!! Love it...

    Just signed up as a linky follower!

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  13. Shabby chic SandyFebruary 20, 2012 at 6:47 PM

    Oh my goodness--I love this!! Are those seat cushions the ones from Ikea? Good idea to put 3 together to fit the bench. I love a pretty bench and this one is gorgeous.

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  14. TracyFebruary 20, 2012 at 9:48 PM

    Love the bench!

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  15. Sandi~A Cottage MuseFebruary 21, 2012 at 9:02 AM

    She is a beauty!
    I finally got some AS paint, wish me luck!

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  16. UnknownFebruary 21, 2012 at 7:17 PM

    STUNNING! Must get some of that paint!

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  17. Bonnie@ The Hopeless RomanticFebruary 21, 2012 at 8:19 PM

    Simply gorgeous! As is everything u do....I love the paint in pure white, and the bench looks so much better..U will have to share more about those pretty pillows on it too :-)

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  18. Through The Garden GateFebruary 22, 2012 at 12:09 AM

    LOVE IT!!!! You did a BEAUTIFUL job!!

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  19. AnaFebruary 22, 2012 at 11:50 AM

    She turned out beautiful! I would definitely be keeping her inside too. Sweet.

    Hugs and Kisses,
    ♥Ana

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  20. Ivy and ElephantsMarch 8, 2012 at 7:58 PM

    Oh this sooo gorgeous! I have to beg you please to link it to WIW, I'd love to show it off! And I don't blame you, that should NEVER go outside again! Hope you can join us!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  21. Tablescapes By DianeMarch 13, 2012 at 4:09 PM

    Hi lovely lady.
    I also love it with the cushions and pillows, I'd keep that inside, too.
    You did a Beautiful job with the paint so sweet. I hope you and your family have a wonderful week.
    XXOO Diane
    This was my first time on your Blog and I will come back.

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  22. Decor & HarmonyMarch 13, 2012 at 4:17 PM

    Very nice restyle.....I hope you enjoy it for many years to come.

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  23. Ivy and ElephantsMarch 13, 2012 at 4:53 PM

    Thanks so much for linking it, Diane. It's just gorgeous!
    Hugs,
    Patti

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  24. ReviMarch 13, 2012 at 10:43 PM

    MMMMMM. YUMMY as vanilla ice cream!
    -Revi

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  25. Rebecca NelsonMarch 14, 2012 at 10:57 AM

    Eeek...just had to come over a droll over this AGAIN! You KNOW I love it! YUmmmmmMEEEEE!

    xoRebecca

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  26. My Shabby Streamside StudioMarch 14, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    Love it ... cushions rock!

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  27. Alicia@ eco friendly homemakingMarch 14, 2012 at 2:50 PM

    Oh it turned out so beautifully!! Love how it looks with the cushions.

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  28. Faded CharmMarch 14, 2012 at 7:02 PM

    I love the detail on this bench and it looks so inviting with all the pretty pillows:-)

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  29. Latane BartonMarch 15, 2012 at 9:19 AM

    That bench is just beautiful. Love, love, love it.

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  30. LindaMarch 19, 2012 at 1:28 PM

    Oh, what a beauty, beauty, beauty! I am in looove...LOL
    Linda at Beautiful Ideas

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  31. Daisy RogersAugust 28, 2013 at 12:34 AM

    Your designing work for cushions for floor and as well as for garden bench is really adorable. I will also make over my garden bench as you did.
    Thanks!!!

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