Candlestick Makeover Feature

I just received an email from Jen at Craft-O-Maniac.  My Candlestick Makeover post was featured on her Saturday Spotlight Talent Show!!!!

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Candlestick Makeover

I found this Blessings Unlimited Candlestick Set  while flipping through their online catalog and knew instantly that I needed to transform my current trio of black wooden candlesticks.

Blessings Unlimited Candle Set

Here sit my candles ready for their makeover....

To achieve the vintage distressed finish, I first sanded the black finish and applied the two coats of gold metallic paint. I then chose a cream color and a light blue paint from my leftover paint shelf to apply to the bases to replicate the painted finish on the three candlesticks.  Next, I sanded through the top coats to expose the gold finish and finally applied Howard Citrus-Sheild Premium Paste Wax in Golden Oak. It buffs so easily to a brilliant, long-lasting shine. It has become my favorite 'go-to' wax.

Although I did not include scripture on my candlestick bases, I am thrilled with the outcome.  My newly completed candlesticks sit proudly in my bookcase and I'm loving the newly distressed colors and finish.

 

Project #1 Complete!!!

Let me know what you think.... 

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