So if you’re anything like me, you’re obsessed with Target. I mean let’s be honest, who isn’t? If you haven’t seen this article on Buzzfeed, it’s a must read; and pretty much spot on for any girl that walks through those red doors.
So by now I’m sure you know that they started their own paint line called Devine. With super cute packaging and gorgeous colors, how could anyone resist? I know I couldn’t! So, I decided to grab a sample jar in the color “Devine Pond” and use it on a new furniture project.
SIDE TABLE REDO WITH DEVINE PAINT
The piece I am going to be redoing today is this cute little table. My friend Abby was going to take it to Sal Val, so I took it off her hands and decided to experiment with it! Free = fabulous.
It’s not something I would usually be drawn to, but I knew I could spruce it up and put my own touches on it.
STEP 1: SANDING
I thought that painting the whole thing might be a little overwhelming, so I decided to sand down the top and re-stain it. This was a little more time consuming than I thought it would be, but after about 45 minutes with my orbital sander and a very sore back, I was left with this:
When I started sanding I wasn’t sure if the patterns in the wood would stay intact, but they did! And even though the grain of the wood was facing all different directions, everything was smooth and ready for some stain.
STEP 2: PAINT
Now time for paint! I scuff sanded the piece just to rough it up a bit to make sure all of the paint would stick. I only had to do about 3 light coats of this paint, and it dried super quick in between each coat, about 30 minutes to be exact.
STEP 3: DISTRESSING
Next up i just lightly distressed around the edges and over the whole piece a bit.
STEP 4: SEAL IT UP
After distressing, I used Annie Sloan’s Clear Wax to seal it up and for the top I used Miss Mustard Seed’s Hemp Oil. Did you know you could use it as a protective coat over stain? Well you can! It’s so much easier to use than Polyurethane and it’s all natural. I love how smooth it makes the wood feel 🙂
STEP 5: FINISHING TOUCHES
Once this was all done, I was feeling just ok about how it looked. I loved the color and the stained top, but it needed something else. Time for those special touches I was talking about earlier 😉
There’s a deep decorative line that goes all around the table and at first I thought about adding a gold or white accent in there. But then I remembered I had some extra upholstery nails laying around! Luckily, the wood was pretty soft and they were super easy to nail in. I’ve had some bad experiences in the past and was glad this wasn’t a repeat situation!
The nails looked great and I added a big knob I found at Hobby Lobby to the front. I painted it in Old White Chalk Paint and distressed it up a bit. Now I was feeling much better about this little table 🙂
With all the gorgeous sunny days we’ve been having lately and not many windows in our small apartment, I couldn’t resist photographing outside again.
I’m excited to do some more furniture makeovers with this paint and test out some of their other colors! They even have wallpaper that pairs perfectly with each one. I mean of course they do, Target thinks of everything!
Have any of you done any fun furniture makeovers recently? I’d love to see them! Hope you’re all having a happy Monday!
Pamela
Glad you liked the paint. I was so disappointed! I used what I thought was a dark almost navy blue based on paint dot on the can and the color was not true. It is a bright blue. The coverage is awful after three coats. Also the streak marks and shiny finish and runny consistency are closer to latex rather than a chalk finish. $30.00 wasted and a lot of sanding for me.
Heather J
I LOVE this table. The color of the paint, the stain, the nails and of course the knob. 100% excellent!!!! Thank you for the heads up on the paint! Will be going to Target this evening after work:) Yah!!!!
brepurposed
Thank you Heather!! Let me know how you like the paint 🙂
Cassandra
Love this!! It looks beautiful. Did you have to sand the part of the table you painted?
brepurposed
Thank you so much Cassandra! I gave it a light sanding but it really wasn’t necessary. The paint will stick either way! If you have a rough finish you might want to though 🙂
Nancy @ A Joyful Cottage
Fabulous transformation. Love it. Visiting from Cozy Little House.
brepurposed
Thanks Nancy! Glad you stopped by 🙂
Emily
Love your adorable table! I work for Gretchen Schauffler, the founder of Devine Color, and I thought you might like to know that Devine Color was started in the Portland, OR more than a decade ago by Gretchen. She was frustrated with the shades of paint available in the marketplace. Target only has a small exclusive collection of Devine, but it is awesome becauseTarget has the pre-mixed colors and the 8oz size sample containers, and is easily available. If you are interested in more substantial projects, the Devine Color website has a full range of interior paint colors (209 to be exact) available in quarts and gallons. We are super excited to see all the great projects people are making with Target Devine Color, and I have to say your photography is also really good. 🙂 I am happy to have discovered your blog.
brepurposed
Hi Emily! I’m so glad you stopped by to tell me all about the background of Devine Color 🙂 I had no idea where it began or that there were more colors to choose from! That’s so exciting. I can’t wait to check out the wide range of colors they have to offer and will definitely be using it again in the future. And I appreciate your compliment on my photography 🙂 Thanks again for stopping by!
Sarah Nenni Daher
What a fabulous pop of color! I wouldn’t even have thought to look for paint at Target, by the way. I automatically just think Sherwin Wiliams or a home improvement store. I just stopped by from Thank Goodness It’s Thursday at Ruffles and Rain Boots.
brepurposed
Thanks Sarah! Target just recently started selling it, I just happened to walk by it one day! Thanks for stopping by 🙂
Christine
I love how this came out! The wood grain on the table top is just gorgeous! Do you know if the Devine paint line has any metallic shades? I have a project in the works and was just curious :).
brepurposed
Thank you so much Christine! I don’t believe they do, but knowing Target, I’m sure they will come out with some soon!
LisaAnne
Copper, silver and gold. I just saw them.
Jade @ Jonesin' For Taste
Apparently i haven’t been looking around my Target close enough. That’s a great price for paint and I love that I wouldn’t have to buy a ton of it because I rarely need that much and don’t really want to paint everything in the house that color. And self-priming I feel is a must. Thanks for sharing on the Merry Monday Linky party.
brepurposed
There’s just a small section of it, you’ll have to ask where it’s located in your store! The sample is the perfect size for a couple small projects!
Shelly minettesmaze.blogspot.com/
Beautiful!!!!!! I’m in love with this piece!! Thanks for sharing this on DIY Sunday Showcase!! I’m pinning this one to our talent board!!
brepurposed
Thank you Shelly!!! Glad you like it 🙂
Katherines Corner
Your table turned out wonderfully! I haven’t tried the pain but I have a project I can use it on. Thank you for sharing your sweet blog at the Thursday Favorite Things Blog Hop. ♥
brepurposed
I can’t wait to see it if you do! Thanks so much for the kind words 🙂
Jen @ Girl in the Garage
Bre, I totally love this! I have been meaning to try one of the new Devine paints. Fabulous job as usual. 🙂
brepurposed
Thank you so much, Jen! You definitely should 🙂 Hope you have a great day!
Erlene
Wow that’s an amazing transformation! I love the little added touches with the knob and studs. Thanks for sharing on Merry Monday Linky Party.
Linda
Thanks for letting us know about the Target paint. Love the color. The table looks great. visiting from Share Your Cup Thurs.
brepurposed
Hi Linda! Thank you so much for stopping by. Hope you have a great night!
Virginia
Your table turned out great! Has the friend who gave it to you seen it? She’s probably going to want it back now!!!
brepurposed
Hi Virginia, thank you! She has seen it and loves it! haha. I think she might be having second thoughts about giving it away!
Melissa @ Simply Sweets by Honeybee
I love this post so much. I’m starting to dabble in DIY stuff and love to learn from others. Thanks for doing this review. I really want to try the paint now. Loving your blog. I’ll be featuring your post on this week’s party in your PJs. Hope to see you there 🙂
brepurposed
Hi Melissa! Thank you so much! I hope this review was helpful and you should definitely try out the paint 🙂 So sweet of you to feature me, I’ll be sure to stop over!
Suzan
First of all I never knew they had their own paint line – thanks so much for that information !
Second of all I just adore your transformation – it’s a perfect color 🙂
And third of all I bought 2 folding metal chairs from Target for the garden that match your table perfectly !
Visiting from Katherine’s Corner – hugs,
brepurposed
Hi Suzan! Thank you so much 🙂 Now you know where you can find some new paint to try and you might have to make something to match your chairs! Thanks for stopping by! xo
Crystelle Boutique
Wow! Your little table looks stunning! I love your little detailing. And I had no idea Target carried paint now. Must not be here in our town…. 🙁
x Crystelle
Crystelle Boutique
brepurposed
Thank you so much! It’s a pretty recent addition, you’ll have to take a look and see if your store carries it 🙂
Amy @ Homey Oh My!
Such a gorgeous color!! I noticed the paint at Target too but didn’t give it much thought. I do believe though that anything from Target deserves a chance because Target.
Stunning makeover as always!
brepurposed
Thanks friend! Ya I’ll give pretty much give anything from Target a chance 🙂 They haven’t let me down yet!
AnnMarie
I will be trying the paint now! The table looks great! I recently got some inexpensive chalk paint at JoAnn Fabrics! I will try anything not to pay the $40/quart a local shop is selling the large brand name for!
brepurposed
Hi AnnMarie! Yes I know how expensive chalk paint can be! I’m up for trying anything that will save me a few bucks and works just as great. I believe you can make your own chalk paint using regular latex paint and plaster of paris. I’ve never done it but I’ve read about it! Thanks for stopping by 🙂
Marie @ The Interior Frugalista
Wow Bre that is one gorgeous makeover! Love how the top came out uneven and aged looking (must get me some MMS Hemp Oil). I hope Target Canada carries this paint – unfortunately the Canadian stores are just not up to par with the US ones. I have one less than a block away and rarely shop there. Love the oversized knob you used and nail head detail.
brepurposed
thank you Marie!! I sure hope your Target carries the paint, it’s a great product to try! thanks for stopping by 🙂
Katie @ A Handcrafted Wedding
I just saw the new paint line at Target over the weekend and was also wondering how it looks. Love the color you chose! Thanks for sharing at The Makers!
brepurposed
Thank you! You should totally try it out!
Kristi
Super cute Bre! I just LOVE how creative you are … those little extras make SUCH a difference!
brepurposed
thanks Kristi! I agree 🙂
Kim @ The Cookie Puzzle
I saw this paint last week and was curious as to how it would work. I am in LOVE with the color your chose, I had it in my cart, but got scared and put it back. Thanks for the great review, I think I will give it a try. I would love for you to join us at Party in Your PJs. http://www.thecookiepuzzle.com/2014/06/party-in-your-pj-6.html
brepurposed
Thanks Kim! You definitely need to go back and pick some up 🙂 I’d love to link up to your party, thanks for the heads up!
imadegination
I love this..very cute! Also, love the flowers in the mason jar!
brepurposed
Thanks so much!!
Kendra @ www.joyinourhome.com
Love it! And your choice of paint especially! Thanks so much for linking up a Motivational Monday 🙂
brepurposed
Thank you Kendra! I love linking up to your fabulous party!
howdothejonesdoit
Wow! What a transformation! This makes me look at roadside furniture differently!
brepurposed
thank you so much! Don’t let those roadside pieces go to waste 😉
Leigh Anne - Houseologie.com
It looks great, good job! I’ve been eyeing the new paint at Target every time I walked by. I think I’ll take the plunge soon.
brepurposed
Thank you Leigh Anne! You definitely should try it out 🙂
ericasooter
This looks so great! And that aqua/pond color is absolutely my fave color 🙂 The upholstery nails and the medallion are the perfect finishing touches. I might have to go get some of that paint now after reading your review! 🙂
brepurposed
Thanks Erica! They have some great colors, and I know I’ll be using it again. You should def try it out!
Christina
So, cute Bre!! I love the upholstery tacks and knob! You always use such creative materials that I wouldn’t have ever thought of! 🙂
brepurposed
Aww thanks! Just trying to get creative in this world of DIY 🙂
lindseyatdelightful
love this – totally transformed!
brepurposed
Thanks Lindsey!!