Inspiration

Charleston Inspired Living Room

This Charleston inspired room has been given the full Chalk Paint® treatment, with colours and motifs derived from the famous English farmhouse. 

Abstract Confetti Tallboy by Chloe Kempster

The final piece Painter in Residence project by Chloe Kempster is an explosion of pastel confetti expertly painted on a mid-century tallboy. 

Abstract Modern Art Cabinet

This playful and fun furniture was painted by Annie Sloan for the front cover of The Colourist Issue 4.

Faded Palms Sideboard by Chloe Kempster

Painter by Painter in Residence Chloe Kempster, this sophisticated take on a tropical tableau of palm leaves is sure to wow guests.

Neutral Scandinavian Bedroom

This bedroom is a beautiful example of whites used right. Monochromatic warm neutral whites will ensure bedroom spaces are cosy rather than stark.

Rustic Plaster Effect Bathroom

The key to this look is movement, character and depth. Visible brush strokes and paint drips in earthy toned colours are a focal point, rather than a mistake. 

Oxford Toile Desk

This simple bureau was given a stylish update using Chalk Paint® in Pure and Oxford Navy, and the Oxford Toile decoupage paper from Issue 4 of The Colourist. 

Mermaid Cabinet by Polly Coulson

Use Chalk Paint® Blues and Pearlescent Glaze to channel this dreamy metallic furniture finish.

Faux Bone Inlay Chest by Dominique Malacarne

Pearlised Chalk Paint Bottles

The bottles have been painted with Pearlescent Glaze by Annie Sloan with very small tints of Chalk Paint® to create subtly shimmering pastel hues. 

Malachite-Effect Table Top

Malachite is a gemstone characterised by vibrant green hues and organic curves. Annie Sloan shows how to replicate this in your own home with Chalk Paint®!

Textured Papered Drawers by Chloe Kempster

Painter in Residence Chloe Kempster used Chalk Paint® emerald hues and textured paper to create these jewel-toned drawers. 

Vibrant and Modern Chalk Paint Kitchen

This kithcen has been given a full update using Wall Paint, Chalk Paint®, Wax, Lacquer, Stencils and Fabrics all by Annie Sloan to modern, bold effect. 

Athenian Black sideboard by Chloe Kempster

Chloe Kempster, Annie Sloan’s Painter in Residence, has used negative space and Chalk Paint® in Athenian Black to create this dramatic paint-to-wood blend. 

Bohemian Sideboard by Chloe Kempster

This rainbow, rustic, bohemian sideboard was expertly blended with a multitude of Chalk Paint® colours by Painter in Residence Chloe Kempster. 

Abstract Floral Cabinet by Chloe Kempster

Painter in Residence Chloe Kempster used Chalk Paint® in Scandinavian Pink as the basis for her abstract floral design on this vintage cabinet. 

Dark Christmas Dining Room

This dining room was designed around the colour Chalk Paint® in Athenian Black, and dressed with rustic Christmas attire for a dark twist on yuletide. 

Oxford Navy and Gold Christmas Cabinet

This mid-century modern cabinet has been painted with Chalk Paint® in Oxford Navy and accented with Bright Gold Gilding Wax and Gold Leaf for added richness. 

Pink and Green Scandinavian Christmas Dining

Created with Chalk Paint® in Château Grey and Scandinavian Pink, this dining space gives a Nordic nod to Christmas. 

Gilded Candle Holders

Painted with Chalk Paint® and Gilding Wax, these bottle candle holders make for the perfect Christmas table accessory and are easy to create.

Ombre Walnut wardrobe by Patience & Gough

Furniture painting duo Patience & Gough rescued this damaged walnut wardobe using Chalk Paint® in blue hues. 

Oxford Navy Chest by Surrey Lane Home

Sara from Surrey Lane Home used Chalk Paint® in Oxford Navy with details of Pure to create this folk art-style chest of drawers.

Athenian Black Baroque Bed

This Barqoue bed has been painted with Chalk Paint® in Athenian Black, giving it drama and letting it stand out against this neutral palette bedroom. 

Oxford Navy Country Kitchen

This kicthen was painted with Chalk Paint® in Oxford Navy, Annie's deep, inky blue in the Chalk Paint® palette, and paired with Versailles and Olive for a contemporary country look. 

Oxford Navy Ashmolean-Inspired Stool

This stool was painted by Annie inspired by an ancinet textile from the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford. 

Athenian Black Ashmolean-Inspired Stool

Annie was inspired by the Ancient Greek pottery collection at the Ashmolean Museum in Oxford when painting this IKEA stool.

Stencilled Coat Hooks by Jeanie Simpson

This coat-hooks board was achieved by previous Painter in Residence Jeanie Simpson using the free stencil from The Colourist Issue 3.

Painted Candelabra

The purple of this candelabra contrasts with the green of the garden, giving a pop of colour to Annie's outside space. 

Barcelona Orange Sunset Drawers

These drawers were given a modern, stylised sunset twist by Annie Sloan with Chalk Paint® in Antoinette and Barcelona Orange.

Bold Bauhaus Living Room

This Bauhaus scheme living room uses coral hues from the Chalk Paint® palette, as inspired by Pantone's Colour of the Year 2019; Living Coral.

Terracotta Plaster Effect Wall

Annie painted this wall with a plaster-effect style in her garden room, accented with bright pops of Chalk Paint® furniture. 

Ombre Bathroom

Create an oceanic ombre using Chalk Paint® in Aubusson Blue and Provence. 

Frosted Dresser by Girl in Blue Designs

Painter in Residence Girl in Blue Designs painted this ombre dresser with a frosted, frozen look.

Gothic Cabinet by Girl in Blue Designs

Annie Sloan's Painter in Residence used Chalk Paint® in Burgundy, Amsterdam Green and Lem Lem to create a dramatic look for this cabinet.

Venetian Plaster Inspired Wall

Using Chalk Paint®, Brass Leaf and Gloss Lacquer, Annie achieved a luxurious yet rustic look for this wall. 

Chicago Grey and Lacquer Scallop Bureau

This scallop design has been created with a contrast of Matt and Gloss Chalk Paint® Lacquer on Chicago Grey.

Ivy Drop-leaf Table by Girl in Blue Designs

Annie Sloan's Painter in Residence Girl in Blue Designs painted this drop-leaf table with a realistic ivy design using Chalk Paint®.

Lacquered Splattered Floor

Annie had used Chalk Paint® Lacquer to create a decorative finish - using the contrast to create a tone-on-tone look.

Graphite Ombre Chest by Girl in Blue Designs

Annie's Painter in Residence Charlie Massey of Girl in Blue Designs gave this tallboy piece a monochromatic ombre makeover. 

Farmhouse Graphite Cupboard

Annie painted this cupboard with a rustic effect to use as a larder in her French farmhouse. 

Overlapping Stencilled Chest

Create this playful, modern overlapping stencil design using Chalk Paint® and stencils by Annie Sloan. 

Textured Bureau by Girl in Blue Designs

Painter in Residence Charlie Massey of Girl in Blue Designs used sculpting putty to create texture on this vibrant bureau.

Green Ombre Cupboard by Girl in Blue Designs

Painter in Residence Girl in Blue Designs created this green ombré using three colours from the Chalk Paint® palette.

Geometric G-Plan by Patience & Gough

UK furniture painters Alice Patience & Oliver Gough took inspiration from the Lake District to create this geometric style G-Plan piece in Firle and Scandinavian Pink.

Aubergine Colour-Mix Kitchen

Annie created an aubergine colour by mixing Chalk Paint® in Aubusson Blue and Emperor's Silk for this modern kitchen. 

Gilded French Rustic Mirror

This mirror was originally a door of an old French armoire - you can still see the keyhole - and has been repurposed by Annie with Chalk Paint® and Brass Leaf.

Svenska Blue Side Table

Annie has used Chalk Paint® in Svenska Blue against Wall Paint in French Linen and Piano in Olive to create this grown-up, nordic scheme. 

Chicago Grey Side Table

Chalk Paint® in Chicago Grey, Wall Paint in Antoinette and Ticking in Graphite have been partnered to create this modern, feminine scheme. 

Wax-Resist Headboard

Annie painted this bed in her Normandy farmhouse, France, with a faded elegant Chalk Paint® finish using a traditional wax-resist technique. 

Chinese Armoire by shed eleven

Annie's Painters in Residence shed eleven's final piece sees this vintage armoire transformed into an opulent oriental statement! 

Minimal Scandinavian Forest Cabinet

This Scandinavian scene has been complimented with foraged foliage from Annie's garden.

How to mix the Pantone Colour of the Year 2019

Pantone's Colour Of The Year 2019 has been annouced as Living Coral, which you can create with just two colours from the Chalk Paint® palette. 

Fabric Covered Drawers by shed eleven

This Australian Depression era 1930s chest of drawers has been covered in vintage linen dyed with Chalk Paint® by Painters In Residence shed eleven. 

Folk Art Playhouse by shed eleven

This playhouse was transformed with a Ukrainian Folk Tile Print and a selection of Chalk Paint® favourites by Painters in Residence, shed eleven.

Superhero Chaise by shed eleven

Jemma from Annie's Painters in Residence duo shed eleven has painted this 1920's chaise with a superhero theme using Chalk Paint®. 

Leopard Print Batik Cabinet by shed eleven

Annie's Painters in Residence shed eleven created a textured leopard print design on this cabinet using a batik technique.

Botanical Folk Drawers

Annie painted this chest of drawers with the Detail Brushes in a fun, folk style inspired by the work of Josef Frank. 

Monochrome Hand Chest by Jeanie Simpson

Painter in Residence Jeanie Simpson painted this chest in monochrome palette of Graphite and Old White with a statement hand design for added impact.

Textured Wall

Annie created this rough and luxurious wall using five different Chalk Paint® colours to give depth and interest. 

Moroccan Stool by Jeanie Simpson

Jeanie Simpson hand-painted a Moroccan-tile design on to her much-loved stool using Chalk Paint® in Old White and Graphite. 

Pop Art Tray by Jeanie Simpson

Painter in Residence Jeanie Simpson painted this tray as an ode to Pop Art using Chalk Paint® and the Hands Stencil by Annie Sloan.

Art Deco Wardrobe by Jeanie Simpson

Painter in Residence Jeanie Simpson painted this oak veneer wardrobe in an Art Deco style with light, feminine and modern touches. 

Botanical Cabinet by Lucy Tiffney

Interior designer Lucy Tiffney painted this botanical style cabinet using Detail Brushes and Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan.

Vintage Scandinavian Pink Bureau by Chloe Kempster

This original 1940s bureau has been given a stylish makeover by Chloe Kempster.

1970s inspired chest of drawers by Jeanie Simpson

Painter in Residence Jeanie Simpson created these funky 1970s waves using Chalk Paint®.

Neutral Swedish Bedroom

This room has been decorated with Annie Sloan products in a neutral palette for a playful children’s bedroom.

Folk Art Trunk by Jeanie Simpson

Painter in Residence Jeanie Simpson created this rustic trunk in a Folk Art style using Chalk Paint®. 

Mid-Century Vintage Lem Lem Bureau by Elizabeth Dot Design

Etsy seller Elizabeth Dot Design painted this retro bureau with Chalk Paint® in Lem Lem.

Patterned Mid-Century Modern Chairs

These chairs have been given a contemporary graphic design using the Annie Sloan Detail Brushes!

Art Deco Inspired Bureau by Jeanie Simpson

Painter in Residence Jeanie Simpson painted this bureau with an Art Deco inspired design. 

Dark Waxed Wood Wall

Annie has given this wood-clad feature wall a richly textured finish using Chalk Paint® and Chalk Paint® Wax.

Napoleonic Blue Kitchen

This kitchen is painted with both Wall Paint and Chalk Paint® by Annie Sloan, for a contemporary yet cosy style. 

Games Table by Hester van Overbeek

Painter in Residence Hester van Overbeek transformed this drop leaf table into a palyful games table! 

Swedish Inspired Poster Bed

Annie painted this bed in a traditional Swedish folk style, using Chalk Paint® and Detail Brushes. 

Painted Wall Planner by Hester van Overbeek

In a bid to stay organised, Painter in Residence Hester van Overbeek created this stylish take on a notice board.

Graphic Patterned Plan Chest

Annie Sloan painted this graphic plan chest with Detail Brushes and Chalk Paint®!

Painted Chair Makeover by Hester van Overbeek

Painter in Residence Hester van Overbeek refreshed and reused her existing chair to fit with her evolving interiors.

Chandelier painted in Florence

This brass chandelier was transformed with a bright coat of Chalk Paint® in Florence.

Gilded and Distressed Rococo Style Chair

This chair was painted and gilded by Annie and lives in her bedroom in Normandy, France. 

Washed Oak Cupboard

Annie Sloan gave this cupboard a new lease of life with a simple wash of Chalk Paint®.

Painted Garden Step Ladder

Annie Sloan painted this rustic step ladder using colours from the Chalk Paint® palette.

Reclaimed Door Bench by Hester van Overbeek

Painter in Residence Hester van Overbeek created this bench from an old door! 

Provence and Aubusson Blue Bureau

Annie painted this elegant bureau with Chalk Paint® colours to set off her Provence-painted walls and sit perfectly alongside the curtains she made from her Piano fabric.

Nursery wardrobe hack

Painter in Residence Hester van Overbeek turned this display cabinet into a quirky children’s wardrobe, with the help of Chalk Paint®!

Make your own Chalk Paint concrete pots

Learn how to make you own Chalk Paint® concrete pots with Annie Sloan's Painter in Residence, Hester van Overbeek!

Upcycled Chest of Drawers

This previously unwanted chest of drawers has been given a new lease of life for Annie's grandchildren with Chalk Paint® in Old Violet, Cream and Burgundy. 

Pakistani Truck Art inspired Jhoola

Annie Sloan has given this Jhoola (a traditional Indian swing) a colourful makeover using bright colours from the Chalk Paint® palette.

Amsterdam Green and Antoinette bedroom

This cool, mid-century bedroom has had the complete Annie Sloan touch, from the soft furnishings to the painted walls and furniture. 

Coral Chest of Drawers by Abigail*Ryan

Former Painter in Residence duo Abigail*Ryan love bold saturated hues. To create this retro and vibrant chest of drawers they mixed together various colours from the Chalk Paint® palette to create a bright coral. Styling it with spring greens and flowers makes the colour sing.

Blue Ombre Wardrobe by Ildiko Horvath

Painter in Residence Ildiko Horvath loves using blues and greens and this ombré wardrobe seamlessly blends together her favourite colours. To create this look, Ildiko used a water-filled spray bottle and a selection of blues and greens from the Annie Sloan palette.

A cosy and elegant dining room

A cosy dining room with panelled walls makes the perfect setting for an elegant dinner party with friends. Colour brings the whole space together and here we focused on a palette of jewel greens and moody blues. Everything in this room has had the Annie Sloan touch – from the walls to the decorative details on the place settings.

Antoinette Side Table Project

We chose a palette of light, airy colours for this pine side table. All it took was one Mini Project Pack, and we had all the paint and wax we needed, plus some left over!

Aubusson Blue Side Table Project

This plain pine side table was given a complete makeover using nothing more than a Mini Project Pack. We chose rich and moody colours, darkened with Black Chalk Paint® Wax, to create a sophisticated, contemporary finish.

Painted and gilded bottles

You can breathe new life into empty bottles using a small amount of Chalk Paint® and Annie Sloan Gilding Wax. The finished look makes a perfect candle holder for an elegant table setting or mantelpiece.

Rustic chest of drawers by Ildiko Horvath

Painter in Residence Ildiko Horvath painted this chest of drawers in layers of colour, which she then scraped back with a pallet knife to create a rustic effect. The main colour is Duck Egg Blue, but look closely and you can spot a little Paris Grey, Arles and Primer Red, too.

Blue armoire by Ildiko Horvath

Painter in Residence Ildiko Horvath chose a striking, bright blue for this classic French armoire. She brought out the details with softer neutrals and plenty of sanding.

Amsterdam Green cabinet by Ildiko Horvath

Painter in Residence Ildiko Horvath fell in love with Amsterdam Green so she decided to make it the main focus for this project. She built up layers of colour underneath the green, which she then chipped away with a palette knife to give a worn, rustic finish.

Paint your own planters

These on-trend geometric planters have been brought to life with Chalk Paint® paint and waxes. They make a perfectly unique gift and are so easy to do!

Typographical chest of drawers

Annie painted this typographical chest of drawers using two Chalk Paint® colours, which she finished with a coat of Clear Chalk Paint® Wax. The words come from the James Joyce's 'Ulysses'.

Industrial Warehouse Dresser by Ildiko Horvath

Our Painter in Residence Ildiko Horvath painted this piece in an industrial Warehouse style. She used a mix of Graphite and Honfleur to create a deep chocolate brown, and then added contrasting details in Barcelona Orange and a mix of Provence and Florence.

Botanical Boho Bureau by Ildiko Horvath

This bright and bohemian desk was inspired by our Painter in Residence, Ildiko Horvath's garden. Open the front and you'll be delighted by the beautiful fossilised leaf print she painted inside!

Rustic French sitting room

This is the sitting room in Annie Sloan's rustic farmhouse in Normandy, France. Everything in this room – indeed the whole house – has been painted with Chalk Paint®. This sitting room is constantly evolving, but the painted scene above the fireplace has been there since Annie first painted it in the early 1990s.

Chest of drawers painted in Lem Lem

This chest of drawers was painted first with a coat of Primer Red and then in Lem Lem, a soft warm green inspired by the colour of allium fields in Ethiopia.

Piano in Old Violet with Emperors Silk

This mid-century chair was recovered in Annie Sloan's fabric 'Piano in Old Violet'. A perfect match for the walls painted in Emperor's Silk.

Amsterdam Green room with Dulcet fabric

Inspired by the colours in Annie Sloan's fabric, the walls and furniture in this room were painted in Amsterdam Green. The grey in the fabric was also picked out in the floorboards painted in Paris Grey.

Modern Retro Office

This modern retro office space is brightened by its bold use of colour combinations: English Yellow for the walls and Provence for the desk.

French bedroom

Everything in this bedroom from Annie's house in Normandy has been given the Chalk Paint® treatment. The walls, the bed, the floors – even the curtains!

Coastal bathroom

This bathroom has plenty of traditional coastal elements and yet it still looks modern, bright and fresh. Both the panelled wall and the drawers were finished with Chalk Paint® paint and wax – the perfect partners for creating a natural weatherworn look. 

Painted rope swing

Annie had this swing made to hang in the garden at her house in France. It is made using oak and beautiful thick rope which has been frayed and dip-dyed in Chalk Paint®.

Wooden blocks by Happy Little Folks

This set of wooden toy blocks were hand painted with geometrical patterns in Chalk Paint®. Made of solid beech wood, these designs were created by Happy Little Folks for a collaboration with Etsy and Annie Sloan.

Plant pots by This Way to the Circus

UK maker This Way to the Circus hand-paints teracotta pots for plants. These three pots were created as part of a collaboration between Annie Sloan and Etsy. They were painted using Chalk Paint® in Napoleonic Blue and Old White.

Painted clock by Show Your Bones

This hand-painted birchwood clock was created by Etsy Seller Show Your Bones, using a range of Chalk Paint® colours. 

Geometric candleholders by Polymorphics

These minimalist geometric wooden tea light holders were hand-made by Etsy seller Polymorphics. Sections of the pale pine wood were painted in Chalk Paint®, others were given a metallic touch with Annie Sloan gilding products.

Lampshades by Warm Grey Company

These gorgeous paper lampshades were painted in Chalk Paint® by Warm Grey Company as part of a collaboration between Annie Sloan and Etsy in the UK.

Upcycled G Plan by Elizabeth Dorothy

This midcentury G Plan cabinet was upcycled and brought up to date by Etsy seller Elizabeth Dorothy of ElizabethDotDesign. She created her own peach colour by mixing three Chalk Paint® colours. Adding the copper hairpin legs as a fantastic final touch!

Coloured Linen Accessories Old Violet range

These sumptuous, soft cushions and throws are made with fabric from the Annie Sloan Coloured Linen Collection, perfectly matching the Chalk Paint® range.

Painted garden bench

Annie painted this bench for her garden in Oxford. She simply used Chalk Paint® – both on the wood and metal.

Painted desk by Jonathon Marc Mendes

Painter in Residence Jonathon Marc Mendes painted this roll-top bureau with Chalk Paint® incorporating a range of colours and techniques under a botanical theme.

Malachite effect table

Taking direct inspiration from the semi-precious stone malachite, Annie painted this table using nothing more than Chalk Paint®, a couple of Pure Bristle Brushes and some cardboard!

Silver bureau

This bureau was gilded with Silver Leaf to give it the look of a prized Art Deco piece. A little dark Chalk Paint® Wax knocks back the metallic shine and gives an authentic antique look.

Graduated chest of drawers

The colours used on this chest of drawers were inspired by the work of artist Paul Klee. The drawers were painted by Annie in just two complementary colours – Barcelona Orange and Greek Blue – which were mixed together gradually to create this beautiful gradiation.

Painted tile pattern by Jonathon Marc Mendes

These tiles are actually all painted directly onto a wooden coffee table. Painter in Residence Jonathon Marc Mendes took inspiration from traditional Victorian tiles and used a combination of Chalk Paint® colours to create his pattern.

Painted and waxed wall

This striking red wall was painted in Chalk Paint® in Emperor's Silk and then waxed to give it a soft sheen.

Jonathan Marc Mendes leather-look chair

This stunning leather-look chair actually started life with dated red fabric, which Jonathon Marc Mendes painted over using Chalk Paint® paint and waxes to create a realistic, timeless finish.

Art Deco Table by Jonathon Marc Mendes

This melamine table was a junk shop find for Painter in Residence Jonathon Marc Mendes. It was given a whole new lease of life – and a cool Art Deco look – with small project pots of Chalk Paint® paint and wax, and brass leaf.

Annie Sloan painted dining room

This bright and sunny dining room was brought to life with a range of colours from the Annie Sloan palette. With so many colours combined, the scheme is held together by a focus on greens and blues, as well as pops of pale pinks and lilacs.

Annie Sloan Coloured Linen Curtains

Curtains like this are simple to make from our ultra soft Coloured Linens. The linens are easily frayed to reveal contrasting edges and combined to complement your room's colour scheme.

Rustic dining table painted in Chalk Paint

For a rustic looking dining table, paint the top and legs in different colours and finish with lashings of Dark or Black Chalk Paint® Wax. Here Antibes Green was used on the legs for a classic French look.

Annie Sloan Coloured Linen Napkins

These napkins were made up from Annie Sloan Coloured Linens. The ultra soft linens are made to match the colours in the Annie Sloan palette. 

Antoinette Chair

A dining chair like this can be painted and waxed in a morning with just one small project pot of Chalk Paint® paint and wax.  

Vintage sideboard by Jonathon Marc Mendes

Painter in Residence Jonathon Marc Mendes used a wide palette of Annie Sloan colours to transform this plain wood sideboard. The result is a bold, graphic piece that makes a playful nod to the images and typography of a bygone circus era.

Gilded trunk

Annie's son, Felix, transformed this old chest with Chalk Paint® and three Gilding Wax colours. The contrast between the Gilding Wax and the rich blues creates an overall modern bohemian look.

White kitchen by Agnieszka Krawczyk

Painter in Residence, Agnieszka Krawczyk, has updated this kitchen in rural Poland using Chalk Paint® in Old White on the cabinets, table and chairs.

Painted kitchen by Paul Massey

Photographer Paul Massey created a warehouse look for his London kitchen by painting his cabinets and table with Chalk Paint®.

Stencilled chair in Duck Egg Blue

Both the wall and the chair here were painted in Duck Egg Blue. The chair back was stencilled using Annie's signature overlaying pattern technique.

Green inspiration from the Annie Sloan palette

There are more greens than any other colour in the Annie Sloan palette. You can create any number of your own greens from the palette two – mixed with English Yellow to make lime greens and with blues and yellow to make a variety of bright greens.

Frottaged bureau

Bureaus like this are terrific to paint. They have lots of large surfaces, including the front ‘lid’ which can act like a picture with a frame so you can do something quite decorative on it. Here Annie painted her bureau using both frottage and stencilling to make a scene on the front of the drawers.

Barcelona Orange coffee table

Annie painted this coffee table in Barcelona Orange several years ago for her living room. She finished it with Chalk Paint® Wax, buffing it to a soft shine which has stood the test of time.

Coloured Linen Christmas Stockings

These adorable linen stockings were created for Annie Sloan's Christmas Shelfie scene. Easy to do, they make great little gifts on their own, but of course, they work best filled with lots of lovely treats!

Concrete candle holder painted in Chalk Paint

This project features both painting and gilding through a stencil. It's a great way to update a plain concrete candleholder (or perhaps planter!) using just a small amount of Chalk Paint® and metal leaf.

Painted wooden birds

These decorative wooden birds were painted in Chalk Paint®. First a coat of Giverny, then speckled and frottaged with Graphite and Old White.

Gilded wooden logs

These old wooden logs were destined for the fire, but with just a little Gold Leaf they've turned in to something precious and worthy of their place on Annie Sloan's "Christmas Shelfie" 2016.

Glass candlestick holders painted in Chalk Paint

These two glass candlestick holders were a second-hand shop find. Originally in a shiny metallic finish, they were given a soft, Bohemian finish with Chalk Paint®.

Painted wreath

This painted catkin wreath is a wonderful Chalk Paint® project that you can recreate very simply to give your home a colourful, festive feel.

Dresser painted in Amsterdam Green

This chest of drawers was transformed with a coat of Chalk Paint® Amsterdam Green which was distressed lightly to reveal the wood underneath.

Bench painted in Burgundy, Olive and Duck Egg Blue

This wooden bench was painted in layers of Chalk Paint® which were then wiped back to highlight its beautiful carvings. 

Monochrome stencil project

More is more with this piece, which uses every single one of the designs in the Annie Sloan Stencil collection – that's 21 stencils!

A mid-century palette

Honfleur is a warm brown that was often seen in mid-century interiors. Use it alongside accents of Barcelona Orange and Provence, and you have achieved the perfect mid-century palette.

Giverny console table

This pretty console table really pops against the subtle pink of the Antoinette wall. Painted in Chalk Paint® in Giverny, it is perfectly paired with the brightly painted lamp base, too.

Gilded wood dry-brushed with Chalk Paint

Sometimes the eye is in the detail and the painted carving on this vintage French sofa truly deserves a closer look!

Boho cabinet by Simon Olsson

Painter in Residence Simon Olsson chose Provence as the perfect colour to give this dark old cabinet a bright, new look. 

Painted, dyed and stencilled curtain

Annie Sloan made these drapes for her studio using a stone-coloured linen which she dyed, painted and stencilled with Chalk Paint®, before finishing with a single curtain tape to make them hang in a loose, casual way.

Floral Furniture Headress by Hanayuishi Takaya

Painter in Residence Hanayuishi Takaya created these floral headresses with dolls' furniture and Chalk Paint®.

Colour blocking with paint and fabric

This antique chair was destined for the skip before Annie salvaged it. With simple paintwork and beautiful reupholstery, Annie was able to give the chair a new lease of life and a contemporary twist.

Indian inspired painted cabinet by Simon Ollson

Painter in Residence Simon Olsson was inspired by the colours and textures of Indian painted furniture when transforming this wooden cabinet.

A contemporary urban palette

Soft pinks, blues and greys are the new neutrals in a contemporary, urban home. Muted pastels have been chosen for both fabric and paint throughout, with just small pops of colour in bright, cool greens.

Giverny side table

This simple side table has been given a makeover with Giverny –a new bright, cheery, clean, cool blue in the Annie Sloan palette.

A man by Hanayuishi Takaya

Painter in Residence Hanayuishi Takaya created this incredible headress using papier maché, Chalk Paint®, Craqueleur and Dark Chalk Paint® Wax. Marrying koi and chrysanthemums, it is a beautiful homage to his home country, Japan.

A modern upholstered armchair

This modern upholstered armchair has a relaxed, informal feel. The Coloured Linen in Napoleonic Blue and Barcelona Orange on the chair is set off against the Duck Egg Blue wall in the background.

A contemporary bohemian palette

The bold bright colours in this room pop against the Graphite wall. The same colours are picked out in both the fabrics and the painted furniture so everything ties together as a whole.

Mantelpiece by Felix Sloan

Annie's son, Felix Sloan, painted his living room in Aubusson Blue and Country Grey mixed with Old White. His style is graphic and contemporary, showcasing a love for colour and pattern.

Annie Sloan Petrushka Stencil

'Petrushka' stencil printed and overprinted in Chalk Paint®.

Annie Sloan Poppy Pod Stencil

'Poppy Pod' stencil printed and overprinted in Chalk Paint®.

Annie Sloan Trees stencil

'Trees' stencil printed and overprinted in Chalk Paint®.

Paint everything

The work surfaces in the Annie Sloan studio reveal layers and layers of colour – the result of countless painting projects!

Annie Sloan Coloured Linens

The Annie Sloan Coloured Linens are true to the colours from the Chalk Paint® palette, with the yarns dyed to match different paint colours.

Tim Gould WOW side table

Painter in Residence Tim Gould spells out the word 'WOW' in Chalk Paint® across this trendy mid-century sideboard.

Image transfer project

This bold black and white image was transferred onto the back of a door at Annie Sloan HQ in Oxford using Découpage Glue and Varnish.

Mid-Century Modern Chairs

This mid-century modern look was created with just a little paint and fabric to totally transform these chairs.

Jelena Pticek Striped Chest of Drawers

Painter in Residence Jelena Pticek brought this old chest of drawers up to date with a contemporary striped effect.

Distressed Rustic Dresser

This dresser has been given a distressed rustic look using three colours from the Chalk Paint® palette. 

White Waxed Neoclassical Chair

The features of this neoclassical chair have been softened using White Chalk Paint® Wax. 

Warehouse Look Table

Achieve a dramatic Warehouse look using Black Chalk Paint® Wax. 

Tim Gould G Plan Table

This witty table was Painter in Residence Tim Gould's first project for Annie Sloan. 

Tim Gould Coffee Table

Painter in Residence Tim Gould used paint layers, stencilled text and imagery, highlighted with gold leaf, to create a table inspired by the marks it had gained over the years. 

1960s Heals Table

This mid-century Heals table has been painted with a flat finish using Chalk Paint®. 

Jelena Pticek sunny yellow sideboard

Painter in Residence Jelena Pticek painted this sideboard with Chalk Paint in English Yellow, sealing it with a coat of Clear Chalk Paint® Wax.

Gilded bath at Annie Sloan HQ

This gilded bath sits at Annie Sloan HQ in Oxford. It's where we do all our fabric dyeing with Chalk Paint®.

Jelena Pticek geometric sideboard

For her second Painters in Residence project, Jelena Pticek transformed an old, heavy-looking sideboard into a wonderfully modern piece, using Chalk Paint® and a handmade cardboard template.

Tim Gould Dream Cupboard

For his second Painters in Residence project, Tim Gould was inspired by Mexican art to transform a kitchen cabinet into a bold statement piece using Chalk Paint®.

Allison Sadler Made it My Own Chair

Allison Sadler transformed this chair into a pretty pastel piece using Antoinette and Paris Grey from the Chalk Paint® palette.

Agnieszka Krawcyzk Pretty Pastel Shelves

For her last project as Painter in Residence, Agnieszka chose soft, pastel colours from the Chalk Paint® palette to create a delicate and romantic, vintage look.  

Annie Sloan Arctic Poppy Stencil

Annie ussed isolated elements of her Arctic Poppy stencil to create different repeats using Olive, Louis Blue and Antoinette from the Chalk Paint® palette. 

Annie Sloan Roses Stencil

Why not try creating your own pattern with Annie Sloan stencils?

Karen Donnelly Riverscape

For her third Painters in Residence project, Karen Donnelly used Chalk Paint to update this cabinet with an elegant riverscape depicting sailboats on her local river.

Agnieszka Krawczyk Blue Sea Trunk

For Agnieszka Krawczyk's fourth Painters in Residence project, she used Chalk Paint® and her signature layering technique on this old wooden sea trunk.

Agnieszka Krawczyk Old Violet Side Table

For her third Painters in Residence project Agnieszka applied Chalk Paint® decorative paint in a sumptuous range of colours, heavily distressing the piece to give it this rustic look.

Abigail & Ryan Bell Shibori Tie-Dye Fabric

For their final project as Painters in Residence, the brilliant husband and wife design-duo, Abigail and Ryan Bell (of Abigail*Ryan), created this beautiful shibori dyed fabric using Chalk Paint® as a dye.

Modern Retro Cabinet

Annie uses a vibrant mix from the Chalk Paint® palette to create this gorgeous mid-century modern, retro look. 

Modern Tailored Inspired Chair

Inspired by a modern tailored look, Felix painted this chair in Barcelona Orange – a brilliant bright orange from the Chalk Paint® palette, that is based on the colour used in early advertising and 1960s decoration.

Made it My Own Stencilled Chair

This old chair was transformed using a custom colour mixed from the Chalk Paint® palette and stencils from the Annie Sloan Stencil Collection. 

Made It My Own English Yellow Chair

Caz gave this chair a sunny make over for her own #MadeItMyOwn with Annie Sloan project

Agnieszka Krawczyk Boho Cupboard

The second project from Painter in Residence Agnieszka Krawczyk, this beautiful vintage cupboard has been totally transformed using rich and vibrant hues from the Chalk Paint® palette.

Karen Donnelly Painterly Cabinet

For Karen's first project as a Painter in Residence, she used Chalk Paint® to paint a sophisticated tonal landscape onto a vintage cabinet.

Inspiration from The Annie Sloan Stencil Collection

With 21 stencils in the collection reflecting a broad range of styles, simply use Chalk Paint® to apply the stencils to furniture, floors, walls and fabric.

Abigail*Ryan Succulent Chaise Longue

Painters in Residence duo Abigal and Ryan used Chalk Paint® to cover an old Victorian chaise-longe in hand painted succulents, completely transforming this piece.

Abigail*Ryan Floral Coral Chest of Drawers

For their second project as Painters in Residence, Abigail and Ryan Bell (of Abigail*Ryan) experimented by mixing an array of Chalk Paint® colours to create this bright – almost neon – coral pink.

Karen Donnelly Hand-painted Landscape

For Karen Donnelly's second project as Painter in Residence, she upcycled this small chest of drawers by painting a beautiful countryside landscape on to a small chest of drawers, using Chalk Paint®.

Abigail*Ryan Painted Ceramic Platters

Painters in Residence Abigal and Ryan Bell were inspired by Annie's books to create 'transparent colour' with Chalk Paint® to paint these ceramic platters.

Sand Dollar stencil

Annie's coastal-inspired Sand Dollar stencil comes to life when applied in a random overlapping style.

Frottage Tabletop

A gorgeous worn-looking tabletop in the Swedish county style.

Agnieszka Krawczyk Decollage Chest of Drawers

Painter in Residence Agnieszka Krawczyk painted these drawers using a technique that involves creating texture and layers through the use of woodworking tools, such as chisels and scrapers.

Beau Ford Striped Side Cupboard

This gorgeous sideboard is the last project from Beau Ford's three months as a Painter in Residence. 

Roman Blind with Buttons Illustration

Annie Sloan's illustration of a rustic, country room uses warm tones from the Chalk Paint® palette and Annie Sloan Fabric Collection.

Annie Sloan Curtain and Blind Illustration

A lovely colour wash illustration by Annie Sloan using colours from her Chalk Paint® pallette. Annie's illustration depicts French Linen & Old White from the Annie Sloan Coloured Linens Collection to inspire you with your upholstery!

Beau Ford Ombre Console Table

Painter in Residence Beau Ford created this pretty ombre-effect console table using Chalk Paint®.

Alex Russell Flint Schoolhouse Bedroom

In his final Painter in Residence project, Alex transformed his bedroom (once part of an old schoolhouse) into a sumptuous haven using Chalk Paint®.

Janice Issitt Summerhouse

Painter in Residence, Janice Issitt turned this previously underused summerhouse into a serene and sun-drenched yoga room using Chalk Paint®.

Janice Issitt Vintage Curtains

Part of her repurposed summer house, Janice dyed these lace curtains with Chalk Paint®, using a mix of Emperor's Silk and Henrietta. 

Beau Ford Geometric Sideboard

Painter in Residence, Beau Ford, used vibrant colours from the Chalk Paint® palette to create a fun and contemporary one-of-a-kind piece.

Alex Russell Flint Japanese Mural

Alex took a classic Hiroshige print, Netting Wild Geese on the Hill at Okoshi, as inspiration for this stunning mural using Chalk Paint® 

 

Janice Issitt Vintage Floral Bedroom

After treating herself to this vibrant floral bed linen, Painter in Residence Janice Issitt decided to create a Chalk Paint® colour scheme to complement her new bedding.

Alex Russell Flint Rustic Hallway

Painter in Residence Alex Russell Flint painted the floor in his entrance hall using Chalk Paint® to create a cool black and white tile effect.

Beau Ford School Desk with Chevron Top

The top of Beau Ford's rescued 'Work Hard Be Kind' School desk, is painted in fun and vibrant Chevron Pattern using a range of colours from the Chalk Paint® palette.

Beau Ford Work Hard Be Kind School Desk

Painter in Residence Beau Ford gave this sad and forgotten school desk a complete makeover using Chalk Paint®.

Janice Issitt Boho Door

Janice Issitt repurposed this door using lots of bright colours from the Chalk Paint® palette to make a bold Bohemian statement.

Beau Ford Spotted Wardrobe

Painter in Residence Beau Ford created this fun, colourful children's wardrobe using Chalk Paint® in complementary orange and blue.

Janice Issitt Art Deco Room

Painter in Residence Janice Issitt created this bold Art Deco look using a Chalk Paint® palette of Graphite and Florence, picking out details in Gold Leaf.

Janice Issitt East Asian Room

Annie Sloan Painter in Residence, Janice Issitt, created this East Asian-inspired wall art using Chalk Paint® decorative paint.

Alex Russell Flint Painterly Bathroom

Painter in Residence Alex Russell Flint breathed new life into his gorgeous French bathroom using Chalk Paint®.

Janice Issitt Boho Bathroom

Painter in Residence Janice Issitt has created this gorgeous bohemian bathroom by mixing her own custom colours from the Chalk Paint® colour range.

Swedish Look Linen Press

Annie used Chalk Paint® in Country Grey, and Old Ochre to create this rustic Swedish look. The lines are painted freehand in Aubusson Blue.

Paul Klee inspired drawers

Annie was inspired by Paul Klee's Polyphony watercolour to create this colourful piece.

Sgraffito table

This rustic table has been given a complete makeover with the traditional painting technique called sgraffito. 

Sgraffito tabletop

Working with still wet paint, you can etch illustrations or patterns into the surface to bring your furniture to life.