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What’s in My Paint Bag?

April 27, 2016 by Cassie 30 Comments

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Hi guys!  Today I am participating in a fun blog hop put together by my friend Coco of The Crowned Goat– “What’s in My Paint Bag?”  13047952_580773592097859_900468392873662995_oPinSeven bloggers total are sharing their go-to products for painting furniture and you can find the complete list with links at the bottom of this post.  I made you this handy graphic so you could see all of my favorite painting needs.  Clearly my bag is like a Mary Poppins paint bag, because it can fit loads of paint and finishes as well as power tools.

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As you can see from the list above, I am not really a brand specific girl… I like what I like.  I use different products for different looks, but I do believe in using the same brands together- meaning I use General Finishes top coats with General Finishes paints, etc.  So let’s get into it, shall we?

  1. Part Unicorn Bag– If you are going to be transporting your products, show off your personality!  I have a unicorn bag a friend gave me, and I also love this Part Unicorn bag.
  2. Milwaukee Orbital Sander & Sanding Discs– This is the sander that I use to prep all of my pieces.  It works well, and has the right amount of speed and power for me.  When the discs are too worn to use on the sander I remove them and reuse them to hand distress pieces.  My preferred grit is 160 on the sander; once it’s been used a bit it’s not as gritty for the hand sanding.
  3. Purdy Paint Brushes– This brand of paint brushes are my absolute favorite.  They don’t shed often, and are easy to use and glide beautifully.  I also use these to apply topcoat careful to brush on only once and never go back in and touch the topcoat again until another coat is applied.  Otherwise, you’ll see brush strokes.  A brush is not just a brush, my friends.
  4. Chip Brushes– These are fabulous to use for applying wax and feathering it on.  I would not recommend these for paint.
  5. Rags (not pictured)- I love using white cotton rags for a variety of tasks from wiping on wax to buffing.  They’re always handy!
  6. General Finishes Milk Paint– This paint is my go-to for a smooth finish.  I love that it can be distressed but also can create a modern finish as on Emmy’s own dresser.
  7. General Finishes Wax– This wax goes on so smoothly over their paint!  It provides a nice finish for pieces that aren’t high usage.  It’s perfect for dressers or sideboards.  I apply it with a rag and buff it with a rag as well.
  8. General Finishes Satin Topcoat– Out of all of the finishes, Satin is my favorite.  it’s still got a little sheen more like a semi-gloss, but I love the way it looks.  As I mentioned, I apply this with a brush, careful not to go back through where I apply it as that will cause brush marks.  Work quickly in small areas at a time.  This topcoat gives a much more durable finish than wax and can be used on dining tables, cabinets and more.
  9. Amy Howard One Step Paint– Out of all of the chalk based paints, this has been my favorite to use.  I find its adhesion to be the best, the odor to be the least offensive, and the color palette is gorgeous as well.  When I want a more weathered and rustic look, I love to use One Step.
  10. Amy Howard Light Antique Wax, Dark Antique Wax & Dust of Ages– These waxes layered together and topped with the Dust of Ages make a perfectly worn finish.  I used these together recently on a mint dresser.  Once complete they can be buffed with a rag as well for a hard smooth finish.
  11. O’Keeffe’s Working Hands Hand Cream- From constantly washing paint off my hands and brushes my hands are always so dry and cracked.  This cream works so well and soothes my hands, keeps them softer, and is unscented which I love.

Well, that’s everything that I can’t live without!  There are still more specialty products that I like to use on occasion, but these are all the basics.  I hope that this helped you in getting started with your next furniture painting project!  And now check out what the other ladies are stuffing in their paint bags!

The Crowned Goat
2 Bees in a Pod
Canary Street
Orphans with Makeup
The Painted Drawer
DD’s Cottage & Design

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Comments

  1. Shelley | Crazy Wonderful says

    April 27, 2016 at 7:46 am

    I definitely want to try Amy Howard paint. It’s been a while since I’ve done a furniture project and I’m itching to!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 27, 2016 at 10:03 am

      i think you will really love it, too!

      Reply
  2. Coco says

    April 27, 2016 at 7:55 am

    That unicorn bag is epic Cassie! I love it, it’s totally you 🙂 These are all great products too. I had a chance to try to dust of ages powder at Haven last year and it was so cool. I’ve been looking for a cream that was safe to use on cuticles so I can’t wait to try this one out. Thanks so much for being a part of this post series. You’re a great lady inside and out! Hugs, CoCo

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 27, 2016 at 10:03 am

      that cream is seriously so good and so inexpensive, too!

      Reply
  3. Amy | Canary Street says

    April 27, 2016 at 7:59 am

    Love your bag, Cassie! Thanks for sharing all your favorite products. I need to try that hand cream!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 27, 2016 at 10:02 am

      it is cheap and good! 🙂

      Reply
  4. Arielle | Scotch and Nonsense says

    April 27, 2016 at 9:56 am

    I loooove Amy Howard’s paint colors! Her quality is great as well. And while they’re not very exciting, I would be a mess without white cotton rags for projects. Great list!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 27, 2016 at 10:00 am

      i know, right? a rag is not too glam, but oh so necessary!

      Reply
  5. [email protected] says

    April 27, 2016 at 10:06 am

    This is a fantastic resource, Cassie! And that bag is just too adorable!!!

    Reply
  6. Suzanne says

    April 27, 2016 at 10:21 am

    I really need to try Amy Howard’s paint – I’ll get some at Lucketts next month! Great post and love the graphic! So fun to have participated with you on this one 🙂

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 28, 2016 at 9:11 am

      yes you really do! i think you’ll like it!

      Reply
  7. Lisa | Shine Your Light says

    April 27, 2016 at 11:04 am

    I love this post Cassie!!!! I am a huge fan of that O’Keefe’s hand cream too, and you turned me onto General Finishes paint ages ago and it is awesome! Thanks for sharing your fave products!

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      April 28, 2016 at 9:11 am

      i am so glad you love it like i do!

      Reply
  8. Darrielle Tennenbaum says

    April 27, 2016 at 11:23 am

    Great stuff!

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    • Cassie says

      April 28, 2016 at 9:10 am

      thanks!

      Reply
  9. Mary Vitullo says

    April 27, 2016 at 12:27 pm

    I love that bag! It agree, it’s gotta look good. Never tried the Amy Howard Paint. Great stuff.

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    • Cassie says

      April 28, 2016 at 9:10 am

      oh you’ve got to try it!

      Reply
  10. Vicki and Jennifer Fenton 2 Bees in a Pod says

    April 28, 2016 at 8:15 am

    That Unicorn bag is seriously adorable! We have never used the GF topcoat and we can’t wait to give it a try. You are so right about the Amy Howard One Step. We have only had one opportunity to use it but it had as a beautiful finish. Thanks for sharing your wonderful tips!

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    • Cassie says

      April 28, 2016 at 9:03 am

      thank you, ladies!

      Reply
  11. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    April 28, 2016 at 9:10 am

    I have yet to try General Finishes since it’s hard to find here — the nearest dealer is 15 miles away (in ATL traffic), but I’d like to try some out on a few pieces this summer. Great post, Cassie — thanks for sharing your bag of tricks!!
    xo Heidi

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  12. Gretchen says

    April 29, 2016 at 9:41 am

    Love seeing stuff like this…I feel like I just try something new every time I paint; I should probably work harder on finding things I like enough to use over an over 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      May 3, 2016 at 7:39 am

      haha! i know that feeling, too!

      Reply
  13. Kirby Carespodi says

    May 1, 2016 at 1:15 pm

    I’ve never tried Amy Howard paint…I’ll have to do that sometime.
    I also looooove my Purdy brushes. They are the only kind I will ever use.

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    • Cassie says

      May 3, 2016 at 7:34 am

      yes purdy really is the best! and i think you will like amy howard paint!

      Reply
  14. Krystine @www.KrystineEdwards.com/blog says

    May 4, 2016 at 12:04 pm

    I’ve never tried Amy Howard paint, I’ve always use Annie Sloan, but I haven’t painted in forever. Next time, I’m trying it!

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    • Cassie says

      May 9, 2016 at 5:32 pm

      oh yes you need to!

      Reply
  15. gail says

    May 14, 2016 at 11:39 am

    It’s so fun to see what you have in your “paint bag” Cassie. Many of the products you use, I’ve never tried.
    You do such great projects, I think I need to try to some of them.

    gail

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    • Cassie says

      May 15, 2016 at 6:39 pm

      aaaw, thank you, gail!

      Reply

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