Chalk Painted Ladder


A little paint on an old step ladder makes for a nice display stand.  I love all of its character and may give it more distressing!?  I wasn't going for perfect, this old ladder had some rough spots but they just add to it's rustic charm.  Hubby offered to give it a good sanding for me.  I told him I liked the look and would prefer not to change the character of it!

I have so many ideas for this sweet little ladder! This was just the first simple and quick decor idea! I wanted to share and offer a bit of inspiration before all the pumpkins and Fall decor are put away over here soon.


I used two different colors of chalky finish paint by Americana Decor - Everlasting[white], and Timeless[beige/tan].  I gave it a layer of white and then a light wash with the tan color. {We've had this ladder around for many years and home painting projects!} 

This once ugly duckling is now a swan!  As you can see by the 'after' image above and the 'before' image below!




I do think that my husband is thinking if he sits still long enough, I'll paint him too! Ha!

I'm enjoying a few more days of pumpkins and Fall decor.  I'm looking forward to Thanksgiving and enjoying some family time together!


I do love the magic of paint!...





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Tammy is the design enthusiast behind the blog, Tips, Treats & Treasures, where her creativity is explored with a mixture of her artistic abilities and style through her home decorating, thrifty finds, DIY and creative craft projects, along with her family favorite recipes. She shares through her blog her ideas and helpful tips on everything she has learned over the years and much of which she is passionate about in the hope of inspiring others, with her own unique style storytelling.