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Hit the Road Jack! Make Way for Johan!

August 30, 2011 by Cassie 44 Comments

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So Union Jacks have been the rage in design and furniture painting, huh?  I never did a Union Jack piece.  I am only 1/8 English.  But I am 1/4 Swedish.  So I am telling Jack to hit the road and make way for my Johan- An interpretation of the Swedish flag!

Here is my plain table.  Plain. Boring.  But free.

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 It was already unfinished and ready to go.  So i just dusted it off and painted it with two coats of “Watery” by Sherwin Williams.  Then I measured and used tape to make a Swedish flag design, which looks like this….

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I made mine a little “prettier” and softer color wise.  I used a buttery yellow from my mom’s craft paint supply to paint the cross.  Then it was distressed with the orbital sander, and then I rubbed it all over with some Golden Oak stain on a rag.  And voila….

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 And my two favorite helpers wanted to come outside for picture time….

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So what do you think?  Can we make Johan a new trend?
See you later for POWW!

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  1. Megan says

    August 30, 2011 at 10:46 am

    Totally, It’s looks fabulous!

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  2. Andi @ Jane of all crafts says

    August 30, 2011 at 11:26 am

    oh yeah, gorgeous!! And I LOVE that picture of Emmy and Sawyer!!!!!!!

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  3. Anne says

    August 30, 2011 at 11:45 am

    So cute – both the table and kids! 🙂

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  4. A Flair for Vintage Decor says

    August 30, 2011 at 11:52 am

    I love how you did a Swedish flag– my husband’s mother is from Sweden…and that allowed my husband to obtain dual citizenship (US & Sweden)…so I may have to do this project! Take care, Caroline

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  5. Andrea says

    August 30, 2011 at 12:32 pm

    What a great idea. I think Johan can take over Jack. I’m ready for a new trend! Way to go! Cute picture of your little helpers.

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  6. MCH PHOTOGRAPHY says

    August 30, 2011 at 1:02 pm

    Love it! I picked up my copy of Flea Market Style in Target last night. Congrats again! it was nice to see a blog that I read mentioned in there.

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  7. The Painted Parlor says

    August 30, 2011 at 1:27 pm

    Definitely a new trend!! And I especially like it because I’m 1/2 Sweedish 🙂

    Love it!!!

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  8. [email protected] says

    August 30, 2011 at 1:37 pm

    So cute! And the table isn’t bad either 😉

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  9. Katie says

    August 30, 2011 at 1:45 pm

    Love the colors and the design is a nice touch to this simple table!

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  10. Twice Nice says

    August 30, 2011 at 1:56 pm

    What a clever pick me up for your table! Love the softer version of the flag colors. Your kids are adorable!

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  11. [email protected] says

    August 30, 2011 at 2:48 pm

    Beautiful! I love the idea of toning down the colors to make it soft, subtle.

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  12. circadee.com says

    August 30, 2011 at 2:52 pm

    That’s so pretty. Way to start a new trend!!

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  13. Lenore @ Lather. Write. Repeat. says

    August 30, 2011 at 3:01 pm

    Okay, I’m in LOVE with this! You’re so creative Cassie 🙂

    You’re helpers are adorable too.

    XO
    Lenore

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  14. [email protected] Dream Canvas says

    August 30, 2011 at 3:27 pm

    Wow, this looks great. See you at My Dream Canvas

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  15. Kristin @ My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia says

    August 30, 2011 at 4:10 pm

    Oh it’s gorgeous!!!!
    You did such a wonderful job 🙂
    Thanks for linking!
    XO
    Kristin

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  16. Ali Richardson says

    August 30, 2011 at 4:58 pm

    Gorgeous!!!! Beat it Jack-o! Can it fit in your suitcase?? Just wondering 🙂
    Those are some seriously cute kiddos!!

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  17. Ikealady says

    August 30, 2011 at 5:14 pm

    Turned out so nice.
    Such a good idea.

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  18. [email protected] says

    August 30, 2011 at 5:38 pm

    Very nice. I love the colors you used (esp. the yellow)!

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  19. Allison says

    August 30, 2011 at 5:43 pm

    Love Johan! Beautiful, Cassie and great colors! Lovely transformation. I’m part Swedish, too. I have a lot of my Grandmother’s wonderful treasures from Sweden she left me when she passed away. One day I hope to visit Sweden. Darling photo of Emmy and Sawyer!

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  20. Rita says

    August 30, 2011 at 6:00 pm

    Love simple yet BEAUTIFUL projects!!

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  21. Cassie {Hi Sugarplum!} says

    August 30, 2011 at 7:33 pm

    LOVE it! And this pic of your cuties!!!

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  22. Majid Ali says

    August 30, 2011 at 7:51 pm

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  23. Jenny says

    August 30, 2011 at 7:53 pm

    I love the colors and the distressing! Great job!

    Jenny
    daysofchalkandchocolate.blogspot.com

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  24. Sarah AKA The Thriftress says

    August 30, 2011 at 8:05 pm

    I love it! My Dad works for a Swedish company so I am familiar with the flag. My son even has Swedish flag socks. 😉
    Sarah

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  25. Prudently Painted Vintage says

    August 30, 2011 at 8:23 pm

    Why hello Johan, You are gorgeous! I love it!

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  26. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    August 30, 2011 at 9:19 pm

    Your helpers look so happy! And I love your little bench! A very dear friend of ours just left for Sweden last week. She will be student teaching there till Christmas. I told her she had to start a blog so we could keep up with her adventures. This would make a great gift idea. Thanks for the inspiration!

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  27. Katie says

    August 30, 2011 at 11:17 pm

    Its so fun!! I love how it turned out – the colors make me think of Easter! =)

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  28. Lisa @ Turning Tables says

    August 31, 2011 at 12:11 am

    Ooooh…I love your take on Johan. I feel the trend starting already. And those kiddos are adorable. Where did Sawyer get those eyelashes!?! Ladies, watch out!!

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  29. Denise at PinkPostcard. says

    August 31, 2011 at 1:38 am

    I love it!! I am a fan of both the Swedish look and English. Great bench. I see it in a white and light filled mudroom with cute little pairs of rubber boots all lined up next to it. 🙂

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  30. [email protected] Road says

    August 31, 2011 at 3:02 am

    Heck yeah! I think it’s going to go global! How cool, Cassie! I think I like it better than the union jack~the colors are easier to soften up.

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  31. Aubrey {All Things Bright and Beautiful} says

    August 31, 2011 at 2:11 pm

    Oh Cassie, you trendsetter, you! I love this idea…and I’m probably only a 1/8 swedish, but let’s face it, I’m not more than an eighth of anything (does that mean I’m a mutt???)! I love the softer colors and Holla at your girl for the FREE part! Totally awesome!

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  32. Suzy www.savedbysuzy.blogspot.com says

    September 2, 2011 at 12:50 am

    I think you just started a new trend! Market these in Minnesota, where tons of Swedes live and you could make a killing! Your kiddos are adorable! Thanks for linking!

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  33. WhyCuzICan says

    September 2, 2011 at 2:27 am

    Well, HI JOHAN! 😀

    Very cute! Indeed 😀

    Visiting from Miss Mustard Seed’s Linky Party today,
    ~Suzanne in NW Illinois

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  34. Courtney ~ French Country Cottage says

    September 2, 2011 at 3:31 am

    Love it- it’s just darling!

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  35. Condo Blues says

    September 2, 2011 at 1:48 pm

    My family is from Denmark. As a fellow Scandinavian, I applaud your project!

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  36. Faith says

    September 3, 2011 at 12:22 am

    Cute idea!! It turned out great.

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  37. happylittlewonders says

    September 3, 2011 at 12:34 am

    Beautiful! Love the idea of rubbing stain over the painted piece. Hmmmm…wonder what I have around to paint…

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  38. hilary @ the upcycle furniture co. says

    September 3, 2011 at 12:07 pm

    cute table and kids! : )

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  39. Sommer says

    September 4, 2011 at 4:59 pm

    Awesome Cassie! I love the colors together and the simplistic uj design.

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  40. Laurie says

    September 4, 2011 at 11:10 pm

    Hellooo- Yes I think we can make Johan a trend- from a fellow Swede (OK half Swede half Dane, but I think that counts).

    I love it. I have definitely been feeling my Scandinavian roots lately- maybe it was spending all that time in Minnesota this summer.

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  41. Jenny @ An Apple for the Crafter says

    September 6, 2011 at 12:48 am

    Love it!!

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  42. gail says

    September 7, 2011 at 1:31 am

    so sweet! sounds like you’re on to something.
    those helpers? adorable!
    gail

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  43. Rachel says

    September 8, 2011 at 10:18 pm

    I love the Swedish flag!! I lived there for 7 months back during college…and visit IKEA incessantly!

    Great job!

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  44. SHERRY HART says

    September 24, 2011 at 5:41 pm

    That is just cuteness all the way around 🙂

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