Saturday, June 22, 2013

My First Experience with Miss Mustard Seed Milk Paint

I got this cute little tray table from my in-laws about a year ago. 

I had it in my booth unpainted and it sat for awhile so I brought it back home to paint. I thought it would be the perfect table to try out my MMS Milk Paint in Ironstone for the first time. I followed the directions carefully on how to mix it, but I still think it came out just a bit too watery. The overall finish to the table was more of a wash so I'm excited to try it again for different results. However, I loved how easy it was to get into all those details of the legs with the milk paint! 

I wanted the heavily distressed look and that is indeed what I got! 




 The distressing is a little scratchy, but I kinda like it! 








For an added touch I used vintage doilies under the glass of the tray. 

Do you have any tips or techniques that you have figured out with the milk paint?

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23 comments:

  1. lifeunfolds.comJune 22, 2013 at 2:36 AM

    Love, love this!!

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  2. Shabby chic SandyJune 22, 2013 at 3:05 AM

    I love how the table turned out--perfect!

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  3. Victoria's Vintage DesignsJune 22, 2013 at 6:52 AM

    This turned out so nice, love it!!

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  4. pballardJune 22, 2013 at 10:51 AM

    Great job! Thanks for sharing.

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  5. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJune 22, 2013 at 12:54 PM

    I love how that turned out and I liked your fb page.

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  6. DeeJune 22, 2013 at 8:41 PM

    I like it! I haven't used milk paint yet. Did you have to wax it or seal it? Love the rustic look. Dee from My Painted Stuff

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  7. Donna WilkesJune 22, 2013 at 9:29 PM

    That is how the paint finish should look - as if it has aged for decades. Beautiful job!

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  8. BlissJune 23, 2013 at 10:42 AM

    I like the scratchy too. I won a giveaway and Ironstone was my color choice. Although I have a couple other MMSMP colors I had trouble getting my Ironstone mixed good too. And for the record, I like the scratchy look.

    Bliss

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  9. Amy EllisJune 23, 2013 at 2:02 PM

    Stopping by from DIY Show Off. LOVE your milk paint table - Gorgeous!! I've never used milk paint, but maybe I should try?
    ~ Amy @ StowandTellU

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  10. Christy JamesJune 24, 2013 at 9:26 PM

    Gorgeous!!

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  11. Artsy VaVaJune 25, 2013 at 8:03 AM

    Your table is beautiful!

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  12. Judy @ In His GripJune 25, 2013 at 12:57 PM

    I love this. It turned out so great.

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  13. SewSweetVIntageJune 25, 2013 at 9:04 PM

    Love this look and the horse shoes and sweet doilies!!!!!!
    http://www.sewsweetvintage.com/2013/06/folk-art-fabric-flag.html

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  14. Jamie-So Much Better With AgeJune 25, 2013 at 11:39 PM

    Gorgeous!!
    Jamie @ Better With Age

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  15. Marty@A Stroll Thru LifeJune 26, 2013 at 8:45 AM

    I love it, what a great table. I would love for you to link to my 170th Inspire Me Tuesday party that is ongoing. http://www.astrollthrulife.net/2013/06/170th-inspire-me-tuesday.html Hugs, Marty

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  16. Tina@WhatWeKeepJune 26, 2013 at 9:13 AM

    I love this table- this is one of my favorite finishes.

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  17. Jemma@athomewithjemmaJune 26, 2013 at 11:16 AM

    Just delightful! love the finish on your table and the doilies-visiting from Savvy Southern Style and a new follower!
    Happy Hugs-
    Jemma

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  18. andrea@townandprairieJune 26, 2013 at 12:27 PM

    Totally love it....really digging your old door backdrop, too.

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  19. Kim June 26, 2013 at 9:26 PM

    Super pretty! I just love this table! :)

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  20. Patty RumakerJune 27, 2013 at 11:27 AM

    I love your little table. You did a great job.
    Thanks Patty

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  21. sandy June 27, 2013 at 9:49 PM

    I love it! And I have a cute little table (almost)just like that complete with the glass tray! Mine has a bit more ornate wood on it, but I love how yours came out!

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  22. Fluster BusterJuly 1, 2013 at 12:43 PM

    Great job, it turned out beautiful. Thanks for stopping by and linking up to Fluster Buster's Creative Muster Party! Looking forward to seeing what you're going to link up next week.

    Robin @ Fluster Buster

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  23. Just JudyJuly 14, 2013 at 9:54 AM

    Absolutely love the table! Love the doilies too and have lots of them in our family that were made by my mom and grandmother...a keeper that is cherished forever!

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