greek blue stenciled crate

August 3, 2011

Every single time I pass the woodworking section at a craft store, I usually linger for a while, focusing my attention mostly on those wooden crates, just itching to be painted.

Yes, yes, I know, I could build my own.  But we built a lot around here.  You gotta pick your battles.

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So when I saw this one on sale for $3 at JoAnn’s, I snatched it up…literally.  And hey, you’re seeing the new dining room chairs!  I found these on Craigslist for $250 for the set of 6…they were only a year old and are solid, big (a Matt criteria), and had the farmhouse vibe I was going for.

Back to the crate…

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I was trying out some colors Patty at Classic Wall Finishes sent me, and this little project screamed for some color.  I painted it one coat (yes, I know!) of Annie Sloan’s Greek Blue.

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After it dried, I dry brushed-against the grain-some light gray paint I had on hand.  I used Sherwin Williams’ Crushed Ice, a beautiful, pale gray-taupe.

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Who would paint a crate without some numbers on it???

I found a great set at JoAnn’s, and simply taped them up.  I didn’t want each number to be perfect, and I also wanted them to have a little texture.

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I didn’t tape them very well so some paint would run just a little, and stippled the Crushed Ice on, giving it some texture as it dried.

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I wanted to use these little numbers for one side, so instead of using stamping ink, I used just a tiny bit of the gray paint.

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I love the greek blue!  I couldn’t resist styling it in the new built ins (you can see the doors aren’t attached quite yet).

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Photobucket I picked up the vintage mustard-handled rug beater at Prattville Pickers, and it will probably hang on the gallery wall in the dining room (which I hope to tackle this weekend).

The gray print, as many of you have asked, is from Red Letter Words…I adore their gray prints…especially this one with its mustard colored pear.

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The small stamps are a subtle touch, and yes, I realize the number 1 looks like a 2.  Not sure how that happened.

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I’m in love with this rich blue, and this guy already resides in Gray’s room, holding books and sweet baby memories.  I’ll have to force myself to paint another, I guess.

And I’m itching to paint a desk I have on hand a bold color….I’ll be using handles from Vintage Skye, so here’s where you have a vote….let me know if you’d like to see it in Arles (a beautiful golden yellow), Antibes Green (an almost true kelly green), or this Greek Blue.  

My painting hand is anxiously awaiting your thoughts…

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49 Responses to greek blue stenciled crate

  1. Beth M. August 3, 2011 at 8:03 am #

    I have been eyeing those crates at Joann’s for weeks!! I’ve been wanting to do something similar except I want to add casters to roll for toy storage. Mine aren’t $3 yet though. :(

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  2. Yanet of 3 Sun Kissed Boys August 3, 2011 at 8:04 am #

    Oh the grey print is great! Good job on the crate!

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  3. Gloria August 3, 2011 at 8:07 am #

    I’m going to have to make a trip to JoAnne’s at lunch! Love the color of the crate. I vote for the Antibes Green, just because I haven’t seen much with this color and I’m curious how it looks. Is that selfish of me? :-)

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  4. Gloria August 3, 2011 at 8:07 am #

    Oh, and love your dining chairs too.

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  5. Katie @ Wildwood Creek August 3, 2011 at 8:11 am #

    Beautiful color–love the stencil!

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  6. adventuresindinner August 3, 2011 at 8:13 am #

    What a great idea. I see a number of these in my future for ou new family room.

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  7. Rachael August 3, 2011 at 8:14 am #

    I love the pop of color. It looks so good!

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  8. Melissa M. August 3, 2011 at 8:41 am #

    My vote is for the green!

    Also, I’m debating which Annie Sloan paint to order first, should I start with the Old White? What’s your favorite blue color? And, is that $35 wax brush a must?

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    • perfectlyimperfect August 7, 2011 at 7:49 am #

      Thanks Melissa! Old White is great…but I love duck egg blue and paris grey…and new colors come out sometime in August (and they are GREAT)….sooo??? Helpful? Confusing? lol That brush is a must if you want to wax…it’s amazing!
      :-)
      shaunna

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  9. Catie August 3, 2011 at 8:55 am #

    Hi Shaunna, The crate is great!! Yes I meant for that to rhyme, heehee. : ) I love crates. I have two antique crates, one quite large and one regular size, that I’ve stacked in the living room. The big one holds two bamboo baskets full of toys that the little guy I watch plays with. I love being able to keep them out of sight when he’s not here. The small one holds some of my Country Living and Style at Home magazines and a couple decorative pieces as well. I keep meaning to do a post about them, they’re that nice. : )

    Anyway, sorry about the rambling, it’s still a little early here. I love what you did with your crate! And my vote is for the green, but that yellow is really close behind. Can’t wait to see what you to with the desk. Whatever you do, I know it’ll look fabulous!
    ~ Catie

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    • perfectlyimperfect August 7, 2011 at 7:50 am #

      Thanks, Catie!! I’m leaning towards the yellow now…thanks for your vote!!
      :-)
      shaunna

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  10. Susan August 3, 2011 at 9:24 am #

    Love the crate! I vote for the desk in green. something different.

    Susan

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  11. Katie @ On the Banks of Squaw Creek August 3, 2011 at 9:46 am #

    Totally loving the new chairs, and your bookcase styling!

    But now I’m leaving your blog to go check craigslist. :)

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    • perfectlyimperfect August 7, 2011 at 7:51 am #

      Thanks, Katie! I know…you never know when you’ll find a great deal!
      :-)
      shaunna

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  12. Shirley L August 3, 2011 at 9:53 am #

    I love it!! Now I want to make one too :)

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  13. Mary McD August 3, 2011 at 10:02 am #

    Mmmm… I vote green too! Green is my heartbeat. I’m so glad grass comes in green… is that strange?

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  14. Michele August 3, 2011 at 10:31 am #

    I vote for arles – fun and happy for summer.

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  15. Heidi August 3, 2011 at 11:24 am #

    I vote for Arles!!!

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  16. Faye August 3, 2011 at 11:41 am #

    the colour is fantastic, just like the sea ebbing onto the white beaches of a greek island!! Love it.

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  17. Beth August 3, 2011 at 11:54 am #

    I vote greek blue. Runner up woud be arles. The blue chair that the link plls up looks outstanding also! We are (im)patiently waiting for our JoAnn’s to open!! I will be buying some crates! Great article about you in cottage and bungalows! Beautifu house matching a beautiful family!! Where is your floor plan from?

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  18. Carrie Taylor August 3, 2011 at 12:35 pm #

    I love the new chairs. I some just like them for years and they are very sturdy. They are from World Market.

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  19. Kelsey @aslolife August 3, 2011 at 1:28 pm #

    Love the crate! I think I like the green the best.

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  20. Lesley at Saving Grace Creations August 3, 2011 at 2:11 pm #

    I vote for the Antibes Green!! I just painted a small farmhouse table with it and it turned out great! But I would love to see something a little bigger painted in it. I’m not sure what to do with the rest of my paint!! I need inspiration!! :)

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  21. Kim August 3, 2011 at 2:19 pm #

    Love the crate and I vote for Arles because I want to see it used so I can decide if I want to use it.

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  22. janet metzger August 3, 2011 at 2:35 pm #

    sorry if I mistakenly posted twice…got an error msg the first time ;-<

    Janet xox

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    • janet metzger August 3, 2011 at 2:36 pm #

      Darn! I am not able to post my comment…getting error msg ;-<

      janet xox

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  23. Jessica Singletary August 3, 2011 at 2:50 pm #

    I love the crate & the color! I vote for Antibes Green! I love the color & am surprised that people aren’t using it more. It’s 2nd on my list to purchase from the ASCP line. And I love the chairs!

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  24. SheilaG August 3, 2011 at 6:32 pm #

    That blue is beautiful! I would vote for more blue, or possibly the green.

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  25. susan beaty August 3, 2011 at 10:20 pm #

    love the crate. really neat. on your next project, i think the green would look the best.

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  26. LisaLisa August 4, 2011 at 12:47 am #

    i love the crate!

    i think the desk would look great in the yellow, it would be a great compliment to the handles.

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  27. Andrea August 4, 2011 at 1:01 am #

    Great job! I say use Arles with the Vintage Sky knobs! It will be fabulous!

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  28. hilary August 4, 2011 at 4:16 am #

    the crate is great ; )! and i would love to see the desk in the yellow only because i have not seen this color used much in blogland : ) thanks for inspiring!

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  29. Chasing Claire de Lune (Lori) August 4, 2011 at 5:29 am #

    I’m going to Joannes today!! $3 for a crate it great! Love the blue and LOVE your dining room chairs!! I vote for the YELLOW! With colored wax yellow distresses so warmly..mmmmm!

    Thanks for sharing! As always you are awesome!
    peace

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  30. Elizabeth August 4, 2011 at 5:35 am #

    Oooh! I think you should try Arles! I think it would look totally unique and different! If anyone can pull it off, you can! I have been wanting to see how it (Arles) looks on something other than an online paint chip! Side note – I have been dying to check out Southern Accents! If you are ever in the Huntsville area and need a shopping buddy, just holler!! :) Also, I can’t wait to see your dining room table! I have the true PB version (our one big splurge when we bought our new house), and am curious as to how much money we could have saved to DIY!?

    Enjoying your blog as always!
    Elizabeth

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  31. Denise August 4, 2011 at 9:22 am #

    That crate is awesome, but I’m dying for one of those rug beaters. I’ve never seen such a thing, and it has such an interesting look to it!

    I know you’ve already decided on the color, but I’ll go ahead and vote for that blue. It’s lovely!

    Can’t wait to see how it turns out!

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  32. Kristen: Turning a House into a Home August 4, 2011 at 12:16 pm #

    Such a cute crate…and a steal at $3!! I’m always scoping out the wooden crates at Joann’s but I never find them on sale. Lucky duck!

    Kristen

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  33. Layla August 5, 2011 at 9:05 am #

    Holy mackerel!!! GORG-OUS-NESS!!!!
    Everything looks so pretty, Sha-oona Bear. I cannot WAIT to enjoy a home-cooked meal in that room.

    HAHAHAHAHA!
    See you Monday, my friend!

    :-D

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    • perfectlyimperfect August 7, 2011 at 7:56 am #

      Thanks, Layla-Schmayla. Don’t like the name? I’m still working on one…lol.
      :-)
      shaunna

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