Compensation was provided by Ace Hardware via Mode Media.

I don’t think I have mentioned just how much I love Ace Hardware. Before I moved more to the city, I lived in a smaller town and I loved visiting the Ace Hardware there too. I mean, hello, free popcorn, home decor, home-improvement items, paint, and the list goes on and on.

I remember about two years ago I wanted to attempt my first chalk-based paint project. So I ventured to Ace Hardware  and picked up some Amy Howard paint. I used it on my craft- organization cubby, and the whole process went well and I love my chalk-painted cubby.

Fast forward to now, and living in the city. I headed to my “now” Ace Hardware, because they carry pretty much everything, everything including chalk-based paint- and, “even better, At Home® One Step™ chalk-based paint.” So I grabbed some more and when I got home to paint my little side table, I realized it’s the same chalk paint and color I used on my craft cubby a few years ago. I really love that the pieces go together much better now, having them both in my craft room.

Amy Howard chalk-based paint works so well. I used two coats, but if the piece was white, I would have needed only one coat. Amy Howard chalk-based paint goes on really nicely and is forgiving too. I love it. 

Below are a couple “before” shots. This table was thrifted for under 20 bucks, and it is way cute. It has a bottom shelf cubby and two magazine/book slots on each side. It’s great for any space, and I love it in my craft room.

Before.

After

One small chalk-based paint tub did the job.  

Before

After! And with a light sanding here and there. 

I just love how it turned out. Also, to show how it matches my Amy Howard chalk-painted craft cubby, here is a picture of that too.

So what do you all think? You, too, can find your color at Ace Hardware. Also, be sure to check out next month, as it’s my finale project working with Ace Hardware. It’s my favorite project thus far.

Join Amy Howard and Ace Hardware for a live online workshop on Thursday, Aug. 11, from 12-1pm CT. Amy Howard shows you how to make over your master bedroom with DIY projects that are simple to do and easy on the budget, but offer dramatic results! Transform your bedroom into a sweet retreat by learning how to rescue an old headboard, refresh a salvaged nightstand with antique mirroring, and create stunning decorative prints. Amy will be demonstrating how to use her One-Step Paint, Mirror Antiquing Kit, Copy Cat, and more! Register for free now!

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