Thursday, March 31, 2011

{Mis} Adventures in Spray Painting

I wanted to participate in Debbie's Color My World Linky Party.  I tried.  I really did!  But unfortunately, it was an:

Epic.

Failure!

I love the shape and size of these two trays.  The paint is a bit lacking (in several places), however.


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So here's an idea!  I can paint them with spray paint and they will look like new!  The only problem is I had a technical difficulty.  The trays looked fuzzy, like they were wearing sweaters.  I tried to take a picture, but you could not see it very well.

My daughter and I had to go out of town, so Super Hubbie to the rescue!



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I love my "like new" trays.

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I think I shall rest, drink some tea, and read because I have a cold.


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I also want to thank y'all for voting in my poll.  Most of you want me to paint my light fixture aqua.  After the mishap with the trays, I am a bit scared to touch another can of spray paint. Maybe my husband can supervise the project!


Until next time...

Blessings!
Ricki Jill

22 comments

  1. SandyMarch 31, 2011 at 12:09 PM

    I love the color of your trays and the shape of them too. I have a chair I want to refinish and paint this summer before the heat and humidity. I'm thinking of painting in aqua type color.

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  2. RosettaMarch 31, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Io amo la tua poltrona rosa con il vassoio rosa ed il libro.......rilassante!!!Baci,Rosetta

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  3. CindyMarch 31, 2011 at 1:29 PM

    Sweet trays, love the colors! Hope you feel better!

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  4. Gayle from Vintage FarmhouseMarch 31, 2011 at 1:48 PM

    The trays look great. I also hate to spray paint, I always over spray.

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  5. WillowMarch 31, 2011 at 1:50 PM

    They look lovely. I am horrible with spay paint. I too leave that for Hubby to do.

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  6. Bonnie @ The Boatwright FamilyMarch 31, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Feel better soon and enjoy that book!

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  7. Erika . . . with a KMarch 31, 2011 at 4:01 PM

    Too funny... if it makes you feel better, I have dog and cat hair painted into all of my funiture. There is no way around it!
    I think the trays look great. I hope you feel better soon!

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  8. GinaMarch 31, 2011 at 4:28 PM

    I love your trays & I love the colors you chose for them!

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  9. Allison NicoleMarch 31, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    Rikki, the trays look great!

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  10. Lynn at Cottage and CreekMarch 31, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    The colors you chose for the trays are lovely. They turned out great. I hope you feel better real soon. Tea time with a book is good medicine.
    ~Lynn

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  11. The Polka Dot ClosetMarch 31, 2011 at 10:05 PM

    I love the trays and their shape, sorry you have a cold!!!

    Carol

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  12. MarieMarch 31, 2011 at 10:16 PM

    Oh Ricki Jill - I really love the colors you chose for the trays. They are so springy and soft, and so perfect for spring!

    Thanks for leaving me such a sweet comment. You seriously now how to flatter my spirit. Happy weekend to you dear friend!
    -marie

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  13. ⚜ ↁℯℬℬᴵℰ⚜March 31, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    Well Ricki when all was said and done...they turned out fabulous! Love the fun colors. Don't be afraid of spray paint...try again on something small, before you attempt the chande. Perhaps I will do another partay in the future.

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  14. Jane, Naples, FloridaApril 1, 2011 at 6:34 AM

    I love the trays and the cup of tea looks so
    comforting! Feel better fast!

    Jane
    Flora Doora

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  15. Sunny Simple LifeApril 1, 2011 at 6:54 AM

    Isn't it nice to have hubbies that care about our need to decorate? Your house always looks so lovely in your shots. Bright and cheery!!

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  16. MaggieApril 1, 2011 at 7:19 AM

    Your trays look marvellous, love the pastel shades you chose.
    Love your candlestick collection.
    Hope your cold gets better soon.
    Maggie

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  17. Katherines CornerApril 1, 2011 at 8:01 AM

    Love this, great colors for spring! Happy Friday Hugs! P.S. have you made it over to my new location?

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  18. JoApril 1, 2011 at 8:14 AM

    I like 'em the trays are trays are fantastic, ain't we got the best hubbies!

    I sure hope you get to feeling better,I miss you,was so glad to see you visit Lazy on Loblolly this morning.I pray you feel better and have a great weekend.
    ~Jo
    Lazy on Loblolly

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  19. EmilyApril 1, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    hi Ricki, I think your trays look great, perfect new touch for Spring. Love your candlesticks and that coffee cup.
    Have a great weekend.........

    ~Emily
    The French Hutch

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  20. xinexApril 1, 2011 at 5:08 PM

    These are very pretty, Ricki. I really like them. The colors are very springy too..Christine

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  21. CASApril 1, 2011 at 6:25 PM

    The trays look really good. Before The Man ever turned me loose with spray paint, he felt the need to demonstrate just how to do it. The two things that "stuck" with me are not to be too close (can't be too far away either) & keep the can moving back & forth (side to side) in a steady motion so that you aren't saturating the item too much. It seems to work best to do a couple of thinner coats rather than trying to cover it all at once. You probably already know all this, but just in case..... Just get back on the horse & try again. LOL!!!
    CAS

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  22. MelanieApril 1, 2011 at 9:51 PM

    The trays look super cute! I love the color choices. I had that fuzzy thing happen to a bookshelf that I spray painted! It's so weird! I love aqua...if you get the cajones to do the light, do aqua! :)

    Melanie
    youmadethat.blogspot.com

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