I obviously get some sort of perverse pleasure from painting wicker and cane by hand or I wouldn't keep doing it . . .
Vintage wicker basinet painted in Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint
Antique wicker chairs updated with MMS Milk Paint in the colour Ironstone
Let's be honest, baskets are pretty easy:
Cane basket painted in Old World Clay & Chalk Paint
Another basket update with our paint!
I got smart on this one and sprayed it —well, I had the husband spray it for me! (Even smarter!)
But let's get back to the project at hand, this beauty. Who was on the side of the road with a magical sign that said my favourite word: FREE
Before: My free roadside rescue
Pretty fabulous, right?
And to brag a little more, it's in perfect condition, not one little thread of cane is loose anywhere. It's sturdy and built-to-last a lifetime.
Although I typically favor Milk Paint on cane, I knew this beauty needed a more polished look and Fusion Mineral Paint is awesome on cane, especially because of the smooth built-in-topcoat.
But first...fabric!
Those of you who know me, know that fabric is another love of mine, I started off looking for something modern, bold and funky but this fabric, it changed my entire vision...now I wanted old school vintage Hollywood glam.
I think I got it!
And to brag a little more, it's in perfect condition, not one little thread of cane is loose anywhere. It's sturdy and built-to-last a lifetime.
Although I typically favor Milk Paint on cane, I knew this beauty needed a more polished look and Fusion Mineral Paint is awesome on cane, especially because of the smooth built-in-topcoat.
But first...fabric!
Those of you who know me, know that fabric is another love of mine, I started off looking for something modern, bold and funky but this fabric, it changed my entire vision...now I wanted old school vintage Hollywood glam.
I think I got it!
Umm..pineapples, parrots and hibiscus? Yes, please!
A soft pale pink would give me the vintage glam I was after — so what better than Fusion Mineral Paint in Little Piggy?!
A soft pale pink would give me the vintage glam I was after — so what better than Fusion Mineral Paint in Little Piggy?!
There are key points when painting cane or wicker by hand. The first? Don't rush it. Make sure it's a project that doesn't have a deadline. Try to enjoy the process. Oh yeah....you'll probably curse yourself at some point. One last thing, plan to get messy. Really messy. Probably most important though is that if you are a perfectionist, maybe pass on this project.
Besides these points, there's really not much to it except time.
I'm fortunate that this cane was weathered enough to cut the real shine, so Fusion Mineral Paint grabbed on and held tight with absolutely zero prep.
Besides these points, there's really not much to it except time.
I'm fortunate that this cane was weathered enough to cut the real shine, so Fusion Mineral Paint grabbed on and held tight with absolutely zero prep.
An interesting thing about the colour Little Piggy, it looked white as I was painting and in photos, but as it sat a bit, with time, the blush pink shade became more apparent.
I can count on one hand the number of projects that have taken more than one pot of Fusion Mineral Paint. This was one of those rare beasts because Fusion is a paint that gives and gives, it always go farther than you expect.
By the way my Cling On O45 NAILED the job. I typically recommend using a throw away brush so you can cram into every corner and niche, I abused this brush, shoved it, dragged it, twisted it into crevices, honestly, its in as good of shape as when I started. Cling On Brushes are unbelievable.
It looked like this when I sent it off to get the cushion made. And by time it got back I was excited to get painting again:
By the way my Cling On O45 NAILED the job. I typically recommend using a throw away brush so you can cram into every corner and niche, I abused this brush, shoved it, dragged it, twisted it into crevices, honestly, its in as good of shape as when I started. Cling On Brushes are unbelievable.
It looked like this when I sent it off to get the cushion made. And by time it got back I was excited to get painting again:
This last part was amazing. Akin to therapy. I could see my vision coming together. You know that feeling?
So the lesson in this is.....paint cane? Don't paint cane? I'm thrilled with the result, but it had it's very testing moments mainly to due to the size of the project. Most likely if you came to me asking if you should paint a GIANT cane lounge chair, I would shoo you away with the advice to buy, rent, borrow or steal a paint sprayer especially if little bits of cane showing here and there in the cracks bother you.
I, however, love it. The result is exactly what I wanted so this has moved to the top of my all-time-favourite-ever projects!
My talented niece is the talent behind these photos, Sarah David Photography.
I, however, love it. The result is exactly what I wanted so this has moved to the top of my all-time-favourite-ever projects!
My talented niece is the talent behind these photos, Sarah David Photography.
Photos: Sarah David Photography
It's all here...for the love...
Sada
Sada
What We Used:
Fusion Mineral Paint
A$9.00 - A$40.00
I Built-in Top Coat • Exceptional Quality & Durability • Eco Friendly
With superior adhesion and strength, Fusion delivers an exceptional satin finish requiring minimal prep and no topcoat.
Fusion can be applied to nearly any previously-painted or coated surface without significant prep work. Once Fusion has cured, it yields a highly durable and a washable finish, with no need for a topcoat. If you choose, you can add lustre by adding Wax or Fusion Tough Coat in clear or antique finish.
No mixing, no priming and no waxing required — with a truly washable finish! With more than 50 colours from stunning neutrals to bold, vibrant colours. Fusion is non-toxic, lead-free, virtually odorless and contains zero VOCs, ammonia or formaldehyde.
Limited quantities on the following retired colours:
• Aubusson
• Ceramic
You May Also Need:
Cling On Paint Brushes — OVAL
A$25.00 - A$30.00
Hand-crafted in Holland, these brushes minimise brushstrokes and leave a velvety smooth finish.
Extremely easy clean up while maintaining their unique oval shape. Tipped and flagged for exceptional cut-in capabilities and virtually no shedding.
High quality, no-rust stainless steel ferrule and 100% synthetic (vegan-friendly) bristles for use with all water-based paints. Will last up to 9 times longer than ordinary synthetic brushes.
A must-have in every upcycler and painters' collection.
You may also be interested in:
Cling on Round Brushes
Cling on Flat Brushes
Wax Brushes
Extremely easy clean up while maintaining their unique oval shape. Tipped and flagged for exceptional cut-in capabilities and virtually no shedding.
High quality, no-rust stainless steel ferrule and 100% synthetic (vegan-friendly) bristles for use with all water-based paints. Will last up to 9 times longer than ordinary synthetic brushes.
- O35 Brush: Medium-sized brush for all-purpose painting, large or small projects
- O45 Brush: Large brush for bigger projects, applies a lot of paint quickly — can be heavy for smaller hands
A must-have in every upcycler and painters' collection.
You may also be interested in:
Cling on Round Brushes
Cling on Flat Brushes
Wax Brushes
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