I have been noticing all the beautiful Saltwash furniture around and ordered a large tub of it to use on a bookshelf.
However the extreme heat and humidity followed by rolling storms have prevented me from trying out the stuff.
Remember the fifty zinc pots I purchased a couple of months back?
(READ HERE)
They were too new looking for me, and I wanted some crusty texture.
I thought immediately of the Saltwash.
However it is a bit pricey.
As I was looking for my Saigon cinnamon in the spice aisle, I noticed sea salt in a handy shaker.
And I thought, why not?
Dabbed it all around each pot.
I only did ten - not all fifty.
Drying took awhile - hours.
Yes, it stayed on.
While busy taking photos, I knock over the box and beheaded my favorite Frozen Charlotte.
Oh, well, heads will roll.
$2.
See y'all!
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Very cool! But I'm MOST jealous of those rolling storms!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great idea, and thrifty too! Love how the pots turned out, like they just washed up for sure. :)
ReplyDeleteI've seen that saltwash paint stuff, where did you buy yours? I love how this substitute turned out though, I wonder what it would look like if you sanded it in places too.
ReplyDeleteTania
So great Donna. Love the pots.
ReplyDeleteKris
Donna I knew you would figure out sea salt paint without the huge price!! Love how they turned out. Poor Charlotte!! Happy Sunday my friend!
ReplyDeleteLinda
Love it! Why didn't I think of that before I ordered the Saltwash? I found it on Etsy cheaper with free shipping :-)
ReplyDeleteLove how those turned out Donna! Looks like you created your own Saltwash! Yes that stuff is pricey! I haven't bought any yet.
ReplyDeletei had the same thought but didn't have the guts to try it lol thank you for being braver than i xx
ReplyDeleteLove the texture of the salt paint.
ReplyDeletePoor Charlotte...she'll have to join the other baby heads!
Way cool, Donna! The crusty texture is really attractive. Great idea!
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to try your method. I have been using Saltwash.
ReplyDeleteI was surprised when you said that it took hours to dry because my projects dried quickly. I used Annie Sloan and it dries quickly so I guess that's why.
I'll let you know how a project for me goes with just sea salt.
Love the look, Donna--am pinning for future reference. So sorry about Charlotte's head :(
ReplyDeleteThey turned out awesome. Love the colour!
ReplyDeleteVery cool looking!! I've got to try this new technique! Would you consider sharing this at our Dishing It & Digging It Link Party? It's live every Sunday @4pm! We'd love to have some of your creative projects! :)
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I have not seen this technique but it certainly fits in with the coastal look. Good job and thanks for the tutorial. I might try it sometime. The lady who textured and painted the vanity area of our bathroom suggested using the "mud" she used on the walls to add texture to furniture too far gone to restore. I like a smooth texture, so that is "iffy" for me.
ReplyDeleteStay cool.
Audrey Z.
I bought a huge container of Saltwash and will never use it. Back in the day, I used sea salt and oatmeal to create texture. It worked! Your buckets look so beachy and cool.
ReplyDeleteNever would have thought of this idea! Worth a try as yours look nice!
ReplyDeleteI love how the zinc pots turned out!
ReplyDeleteI like the look of the sea salt paint, really want to give it a try.
ReplyDeleteAmalia
xo
Beautifully done and it looks so unique and summery. Donna, I am hosting a new link party called Sweet Inspiration and would love to have you join us. It runs Fridays 10am est to Tuesdays.
ReplyDeleteGreat idea to try making your own Donna. Love how the pots turned out!! Thanks for sharing with SYC.
ReplyDeletehugs,
Jann