Quite Simply...Beautiful Things Link Party

WOW!  I am so excited to be in New Orleans with 300 of my fellow Chalk Paint® Stockists!!

We are all here with the wonderful Annie Sloan herself for our annual meeting, more training, lots of business info, and tons of FUN!

I can't wait to share everything, but while I am busy taking notes, let's start the link party, shall we?

Susan at Simply Stone Creek shared this lovely little empire chest that she gave a fresh spring facelift using Luckett's Green Milk Paint.  Fabulous job Susan!

Take a look at this mid-century modern piece that Danielle from Finding Silver Pennies recreated.  She used Paris Grey, a little Old White, and some beautiful photography from a friend and look at the result!  Simply stunning, Danielle, thanks for sharing!

It's time to Link Up this week!

Please share in our Link Party, here are the details:

1.  Feel free to share all your beautiful things! If you are linking painted pieces, they MUST be painted with Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan or Miss Mustard Seed Milk Paint ONLY

2.  Please post a permalink to your post only, not your entire blog.

3.  Please help spread the word about our weekly Linky Party- Grab our button on the sidebar.

4.  Party closes on Thursday, April 4th at 11:59 pm. We will pick more people to feature.

Start Linking!

Quite Simply...Beautiful Things

Weekly Link Party

Quite Simply...Beautiful Things

Our features this week:

The Little Cottage On The Pond...

Your dresser turned out just beautiful.  The stained top and distressed base is a lovely combination!  I also enjoyed your pictures of Gruene, we were there back in 2007 for my brothers wedding.  Such a quaint little place, enjoyed the Gristmill too!

Imperfect Patina 

An old school desk for only $11 and look at the results!  Miss Mustard Seed in Tricycle with Holiday inspired words.  Nice job and thank you for Linking Up!

It's time to Link Up this week!

Please share in our Link Party, here are the details:

1.  Feel free to share all your beautiful things!

2.  Please post a permalink to your post only, not your entire blog.

3.  Please help spread the word about our weekly Linky Party- Grab our button on the sidebar.

4.  Party closes on Thursday, December 20th at 11:59 pm. We will pick more people to feature.

There will not be a Linky Party next week, we will be spending time with our family for the Holiday.
We look forward to Linking Up again in 2013.

Happy Holidays!

Miss Mustard Seed is in the House...

...Shades Of Amber House!

We are absolutely thrilled Marian came to visit and teach us how it's done.

 Marian gives expert advise during her Milk Paint Workshop .

Have you ever wondered if Marian mixes her paint by hand or uses a mixer?

The burning question is answered, By Hand!

She typically does not let it sit, she gets right to the task at hand and starts painting!

Marian shows us how she takes off the loose paint.

Up close, the aged look we want. 

She is so well prepared & organized with great visuals of the pieces she has completed. 

Once class was over Marian signed her books and visited with those that attended class.

If you are in the area, please stop by for a book signing this evening from 

5-7pm.  We'd love to see you and Marian would too!  

Looking forward to another full day tomorrow of Marian's talents.

Miss Mustard Seed in Colorado!

We are so excited that Miss Mustard Seed herself (Marian Parsons) is coming to Colorado!

 Marian will be at Shades of Amber on December 7th and 8th! 

She will be teaching workshops and seminars and of course will have a book signing for her fabulous new book, Inspired You

                Friday, December 7th         

9:00-11:00    Milk Paint Workshop* $25

        12:00-2:00    DIY Design Seminar* $25

2:30-4:30      DIY Design Seminar* $25

5:00-7:00      Book Signing - Free!

Saturday, December 8th

9:00-12:00 Combo Milk Paint Workshop and DIY Design Seminar* $50

only at

Shades of Amber

125 Second St

Monument, CO 80132

*Workshop/Seminar seating is limited, reserve YOUR spot today! 719.265.9921

Miss Mustard Seed Milk Paint!

We are so pleased to announce that Miss Mustard Seed Milk Paint is coming to Shades of Amber!

We will stock it both in our online store and in our retail store in Colorado. 

What exactly is Milk Paint?

Early settlers brought this method of paint making to North America more then 250 years ago. Basic ingredients included milk, limestone, clay and natural pigments like coal, berries, roots, seeds and minerals all found close at hand. This resulted in a durable paint evident today by antiques showing the original milk painted finish.

Milk Paint is suitable for both interior and exterior applications.  Milk Paint provides a completely breathable coating. In addition to furniture, it is ideal for painting floors, decks,  plaster and drywall too.

100% Natural and Biodegradable

No VOC's or harmful chemicals

No primer required

Virtually odorless

Fast drying

Safe and easy to use!

Miss Mustard Seed has a great post with the basics of Milk Paint, Click HERE to read it.

We are taking pre-orders for MMS Milk Paint  

Reserve yours TODAY!

 Mustard Seed Yellow

French Enamel

Tricycle

Click HERE to visit our Miss Mustard Seed Milk Paint online store