Hey friend! Are you afraid of bright paint colors when painting your furniture? I used to be until I learned that you only need one BOLD in your home. The problem comes when you use too many colors, and they seem to all run together. Pick a color you love, and go for it. Your guest will never be without words, and you can proudly proclaim that you painted it yourself. Later in the blog, I’ll tell you my inspiration for this piece. 💜
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Bright Colors | Purple Painted Dresser
Here’s the before picture! Take a look at this absolutely charming chest of drawers. Isn’t she just lovely? She has all the perfect curves in all the right places, and I’ve found the most amazing paint colors that are just tailor-made for her transformation. I can’t wait to show you the amazing results!
Bright Colors by Dixie Belle Paint Co.
If you’re looking to add a vibrant touch to your next crafting or home décor project and you’re feeling inspired to embrace a bold, colorful palette, you absolutely HAVE to explore the amazing selection from Dixie Belle Paint Company. They have lots of incredibly bright, eye-catching colors, and I’m almost certain you’re going to discover the perfect shade that will bring your creative vision to life and make your next DIY project truly stand out!
Here’s my color inspiration… PURPLE!
Supply List For This Project
Here are the products and paint colors that I used for this purple dresser makeover.
- White Lightning cleaner
- Amethyst Chalk Mineral Paint
- Blueberry Chalk Mineral Paint
- Gold Gilding Wax
- Silver Gilding Wax
- Black Wax
- Cling On Brushes
- Wax Brush
- Easy Peasy Spray Wax
Blueberry and Amethyst Chalk Paint
I began my project by cleaning it properly with White Lightning from Dixie Belle. It comes in crystal form, and you mix it with water. I have mine in a spray bottle ready to go. Simply follow the directions on the label.
The first coat of paint I used is called Blueberry. I only painted the areas that were going to be wetly distressed. There was no need to paint the whole piece, and there was no reason to waste good paint, right?
This is the underlying color that I will call my peek-a-boo effect. I allowed the Blueberry to dry completely, and then I painted over it with the Amethyst. WOW! This is a bold purple that is sure to be a winner on a statement piece like this chest.
Wet Distressing
Before the Amethyst (second layer) dried, I used a damp cotton cloth to wipe back some of the paint where I had painted the underlying blueberry color. You can wipe back as much as you like, even enough for some of that beautiful wood to show.
With this method, there is no sanding, and you don’t have to worry about damaging the finished wood underneath.
Applying Gilding Wax
I used a combination of Gold and Silver gilding wax to accent the details, applying it with the tip of my finger. I find it easier to control it that way. It was right where I wanted it. The gilding wax dries super fast. After it dried, I buffed it smooth with a clean cotton cloth.
Shading With Black Wax
After the gilding wax had dried, I took a large wax brush and used black wax to shade around the drawers and various places of the chest. I wanted to deepen the bright colors in those areas and add a bit of depth to this piece.
The Last Step… Easy Peasy Spray Wax
After painting the dresser, I sealed the whole painted project with Easy Peasy Spray Wax. This stuff is way cool! I sprayed a light mist and allowed it to dry for about 30 minutes.
I used a soft cotton cloth to buff the wax to a silky smooth satin finish.
My Deep Purple Bright Color Dream
As promised, my inspiration for this piece was from a childhood crush on the one and only Donny Osmond.
The song Deep Purple was sung by him and his little sister. I remember sitting in front of the TV on Friday nights at 7 pm watching the Donny & Marie Show. It was a bit cheesy, yes, but what else could children watch that was wholesome entertainment?
Some of my best childhood memories!
Several years ago, my friend and I had the opportunity to see Donny in concert. It was so exciting! I thought to myself, now is the time to get his autograph on my Depp Purple dream. Well, at least an autograph on a picture of that special piece.
I tried my best to get Donny’s attention by waving this photo in the air and screaming like a 13-year-old. But it didn’t work. I was so disappointed! But I vowed I would get his autograph and tell him about the special piece of furniture I painted to match his song “Deep Purple.”
Signature Update
Fast forward three concerts later, and I had the opportunity to meet him and even got this photograph with my friend. It was a birthday surprise for her. She was SURPRISED!
I didn’t bring my photo to get that autograph because the venue said no personal items were allowed. So THEY said! I’m a rule follower, so I left it behind. I missed that golden opportunity.
But my best friend (not a rule follower) snuck in her Donny Osmond doll and a Donny and Marie transistor radio for him to sign. Lordy! But I’m so happy she did. Sometimes it doesn’t pay to be honest. Never again. 🙁
However, I did manage to get my purple blazer signed by him! Pardon the cheesy grin. Better luck next time, and yes, there will be a next time. Vegas baby!
For more DIY dresser makeover inspiration, below are links to a few of my favorite projects.
I hope this piece inspires you to try those bright paint colors on a statement piece.
And I’m not giving up on getting Donny Osmond’s autograph on my special piece of furniture. Stay tuned for updates!
Hey, thanks for reading! I’d love to hear about your awesome painted project and the story behind it. Drop a comment below and tell me all about your creation!
Until the next project… xo, Do
