This vintage painted ladder is SO full of charm and, whether it becomes a plant stand, night table or blanket ladder, there are truly so, so many ways to put it to work!
Welcome to another #MonthlyDIYChallenge my friends! Y’all know how much fun I have teaming up with my talented bloggy friends the first Wednesday of each month to see the different ideas we can come up with from the very same starting point!
This month we’re teaming up with the wonderful folks at FAT Paint Company to share all sorts of {chalk paint inspiration} and I cannot wait to see what everyone came up with! And even better friends, we’ll be giving away some Fat Paint to one lucky reader, so be sure to enter at the end of this post for your chance to win!
But first, I’ll be sharing this charming painted vintage ladder…
It’s no secret that some of my very favourite things to decorate with are antiques…
With all those years behind them, they always have a story to tell.
Though we may not know what that story is, those years of life leave their mark.
And those marks, are the sort of charm and character that make a room feel inviting, lived in and loved.
This old ladder has been moving around our home for ages now. It’s been a plant stand, a stocking hanger and a holder of blankets and books.
And clocks apparently too.
And as pretty as it was all splattered with paint, I’ve been thinking about painting it out with something soft, yet bold for quite some time.
And so, when we got this chance to team up with the FAT Paint Company, I knew exactly what I wanted to do…
And, though I had the hardest time in the world deciding on the perfect colour (I waffled between pink, blue & green for days!), I couldn’t possibly be happier with how it turned out!
{VERDIGRIS} turned out to be the most perfectly soft green with a lovely vintage vibe.
And friends, this paint glides on like a dream and I was left with incredible coverage after just one coat!
I made an effort to be light-handed with my brush so that some of that gorgeous wood could still show through…
And then, after a light sanding, I finished it all with a quick coat of natural FAT wax, using a cloth to wipe on and rub in the soft wax all over that ladder.
I am absolutely head-over-heels in love with this charming ladder all painted out in the most beautiful green!
No matter how I choose to put it to work, this vintage painted ladder will be the perfect addition to any space in our home!
But for now, I think it looks pretty darn sweet hanging out here in my farmhouse style office space…
Now, if you loved this, you might want to check out the other farmhouse style office projects below:
And, don’t forget to check out the fabulous projects that my bloggy friends created for this month’s challenge too!
HUGE thanks to the wonderful folks at FAT Paint Company for sponsoring this month’s Monthly DIY Challenge and of course, offering up a fab package of Fat Paint products for one lucky reader to put to work! Follow the instructions in the Rafflecopter below for your chance to win!
GOOD LUCK!
Want to start your own FAT Paint project? Check out The FAT Paint Company’s website to find a retailer near you. Not one in your area? No problem! TFPC is giving $200 CASH away to anyone โ yes, anyone! โ who helps them make a connection with a new retailer. How cool is that? Here’s more info about their Finder’s Fee program.
Wishing you SUCH a lovely day!
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These turned out amazing, I love the color of the ladder!
Thanks so much Ty! I’m head over heels in love with it too!
I love Fat Paint! I used “mountain haze” to paint the bottom of my dining table and the color is gorgeous! I love your little ladder!
It’s SO great to work with, isn’t it! Thanks so much Daraka!!!
Great job! The pop of color is so perfect and relaxing!
I am in LOVE with this color. It’s so soft and pretty ๐
Thanks Kelly! I absolutely adore it too!
Love the ladder…I have one like it…can’t wait to paint it!
Oh good! SO happy you’re feeling inspired Jean! Thanks so much!
Loooove the color in your office! It’s the perfect pop of color!
Thank you Sarah! It’s nice to see that little pop of colour every time I walk in!
I love the new color of the ladder Kristi!
Thanks so much Deb!
Awesome choice going with the green! What a gorgeous soft color that totally blends in with the rest of your decor. Love it! <3
Thanks so much Erica! I’m head over heels in love with it!
This might be the most perfect shade of green. I liked your ladder before but it looks even better now!
Awwww, well thank you Amy! I love the soft pop of colour it brings to the space!
Such a unique project, K! The green hue was the right call for sure ๐
Thank you! I can’t wait to find some fun ways to put it to work!
Love the color in this little ladder!!
Thank you so much Leigh Anne!
This is just beautiful, Kristi! Lover the color! ๐
Thank you Amanda!!!
Love the color Kristi! And it looks perfect in your office! xo
Thanks so much Kendra!
That ladder is one of those things that 5 years from now you will still be so glad that you painted it that gorgeous color…it was just meant to be and that color is perfect. Can’t wait to see how it is next used!
Thank you so, so much Lynn! I can’t wait to find some fun ways to put it to work!
I haven’t tried Fat Paint, i had not heard of it before reading your blog. Love the color you used.
Thanks so much Linda! It’s great paint to work with!
I LOVE the Green you painted the ladder! It’s a gorgeous timeless colour and goes with everything!
Thanks so much Sam! I’m head over heels in love with it too!
This turned out beautifully, love LOVE the colour!!
Thank you so, so much Lindsay! I absolutely LOVE it too!
I love the color you decided on. I have heard of Fat Paint but have never tried it. It does look like it has good coverage. It is going on my Paint Bucket List of paint to try.
It’s a fantastic product to work with and the coverage is amazing Debra! Thanks so much!
I love the color! I’ve always wanted an old ladder in my decor, but no space. Maybe someday!
Thanks so much Cherryl! I love putting these old ladders to work!
Looks awesome! Love that color. Thank you for sharing at Home Sweet Home!
Thanks so much Sherry!
Hey, Kristi! Just wanted to let you know that we loved your Rustic Painted Vintage Ladder so much when you shared it at the #HomeMattersParty last week, weโve FEATURED it THIS WEEK! Hope you can check it out when you get a sec. Happy Friday!!!
http://lifewithlorelai.com/2017/06/29/home-matters-linky-party-142/
~Lorelai
Life With Lorelai / Home Matters Linky Party
How exciting! Thank you so, so much!!!