It is an Ethan Allen floor sample which was priced so very low I could not pass it by. I loved the lines of the clock but not the dark wood. After many years of going back and forth – paint or not to paint - last week, I finally took the painting plunge.
I began by taking the clock apart, removing the hardware, and lightly sanding. After washing off the dust, I applied two coats of Benjamin Moore’s November Rain with a small paint brush. I then sanded a portion of the paint off with a sanding block to reveal the darker color wood underneath.
A simple one day project that had me asking - what took me so long?
The funny thing about this project is after painting my clock, I went to the Ethan Allen website (to see if this clock is still available) and found this . . .
Evidently, this clock was (and still is) available in a painted finish. The clock face is a little different – this one has flowers and mine does not - but the rest of the clock is the same. I also smiled when I saw the price – no where near what I paid.
I have to say I am much happier with the painted clock. Next time I will just follow my instincts and paint right away!
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Oh my... JEALOUS!
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Girl... you have a great eye!
I would have passed this up... thinking it was a little too old school!
Wow... Thanks for sharing this! I'm on a hunt for a great clock like that now. lol.
Shelley Smith
Oooh, yes, I love it in the white!
ReplyDeleteI love the clock and your blog! I grabbed your button too. btw how do I get one for myself?
ReplyDeleteBeautiful! It looks wonderful in your dining room!
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Cathy
WOW, nice job. Looks the same to me. Very pretty!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely an improvement! Love the painted clock!
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ReplyDeleteThe clock came out amazing, love it painted. That is really funny that Ethan Allen had the updated painted version for a lot more money. You have great instincts! Lori
ReplyDeleteWow, that looks so pretty in white!! Great job! :)
ReplyDeleteAwesome! You're right, a coat of paint can make all the difference!
ReplyDeleteFirst off that clock was such a great find!! And with a lick of paint it looks stunning. You did such a fantastic job, I love the distressed look you created by sanding. Thank you so much for visiting my blog and leaving a comment, I really appreciate it!
ReplyDeleteNancy
I love it in the creamy white! It's such a great size. I would love to come across something similar. I don't have any clocks!
ReplyDeleteThat clock is now too stinkin' cute! Great paint transformation for it...
ReplyDeletePaint is always a saviour! Clearly, EA found the error of their ways and brought out the paint can as well. Looks great!
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i LOVE it! i can't wait to get a new house one day and paint every single stinkin' thing white! LOL! i'm so tired of clutter! *sigh*
ReplyDeleteGlad you took the painting plunge, the clock looks so much better! That's really funny that it is available on their site too in a finish JUST like yours!
ReplyDeleteTania
I love your painted clock. It's funny how long it takes us to make some decisions. It might have been easier if you had seen the white one on-line to see how gorgeous it would look. I have to say your paint job is fantastic - just as good as the new one.
ReplyDeleteYes, yes, yes...I love it painted white!
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It is wonderful!!! I wonder if it is just because we love shabby?
ReplyDeleteI love the clock. It turned out beautiful! I have done that before, and when I finally follow my instincts, I end up loving it too!
ReplyDeleteI gasped when I saw your new version. Fabulous! It is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteThat is amazing. I am so regretting giving away a similar clock I had because I tired of the wood color. I am in awe of your 'new' clock. It's lovely ♥
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Jane T.
Looks great!
ReplyDeleteBe still my heart - I just love it! (BTW, I did some checking around on ironstone myself ;)). I am making an announcement on my blog next week, too. You always to a great job...I think I'm becoming your 500th follower.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great make over!!
ReplyDeleteI love it!!
Debbie
Good for you for finally taking the plunge and painting the clock! It looks gorgeous in white!! I like yours better than the one Ethan Allen is selling now.
ReplyDeleteIt look fantastic. I love the white antique look you gave it.
ReplyDeleteI just painted my old and tired buffet & hutch and I couldn't believe what couple cans of spray paint could do.
Stopping by from Tickled Pink.
Your clock looks amazing with the white paint! How funny that Ethan Allen got the same idea:)
ReplyDeleteAnother fabulous projects from you! Paint is just magical.
ReplyDeleteI just love how it turned out and I particularly like where you placed it - very fab!!!
ReplyDeletebeautiful!!
ReplyDeletei'm new to the love of painting...trying to find more stuff to paint everyday. =)
great job!
It looks so good! I think I like it better without the flowers on the face~it's a more classic look.
ReplyDeleteWell done!
LOVE! White is so popular right now, you are right on point! ;)Please come link up to my new Fabulous Friday party! http://www.savingmoneylivinglife.com/2010/06/link-up-for-2nd-round-of-fabulous_03.html
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Hello - I'm visiting from The Inspired Room! I love what you did with the clock. It looks fabulous! And I really like its new home in between the windows and above that sweet chair. Great job!
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Marie
http://emmacallsmemama.com
Wow, I am loving the white finish and i even make and sell clocks for a living. check it out:
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love all of your creativity!
www.sewineededapaycheck.blogspot.com
Great makeover....love the shabbiness of it!
ReplyDeleteThat clock is absolutely amazing! Some things were simply meant to be painted and this was definitely one of them!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking it up to SNS!
Donna
Elegantly Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely incredible! I love your
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Jane
Flora Doora
Wow!! Lovely clock. I am hosting a Giveaway from CSN stores. Do stop by my blog. I would love to see you there! Take care Anu.
ReplyDeleteLove the clock!
ReplyDeleteAwesome Job!!!! It turned out fantastic!!! I am following you from Sunday Showcase Party!!! Nice to meet you. I am your newest follower.
ReplyDeleteBonnie
Paint is a magical thing! You did a great job - I'm joining from over at Met Monday - Jennifer
ReplyDeleteHow funny they carry an off white one now! Love your makeover - nice!
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Allison
Atticmaag
Ohhh looks so great! This reminds me of how much I want a swedish clock. Maybe I should find a clock to paint white!
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ReplyDeleteLOVE the clock in white. Guess you know what I will be doing soon.
And Ethan Allen? You need say no more about price. Out of my range.
blessings
barbara jean
Oh, my goodness! Your painted clock looks amazing! What a difference a little paint makes!
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Shelia ;)
Who would of thought? It's truly amazing! Great job!
ReplyDeleteBlessings, ~Melissa :)
Much better!! I've painted clocks before and am always so happy with the results. Yours turn out fantastic!
ReplyDeleteVery pretty!!!
ReplyDeleteI was just thinking "What took you so long?" and then you yourself said it. :)
ReplyDeleteWow - now that's a transformation! I can't believe it's the same clock!
ReplyDeleteJeanine
Really love how your clock looks painted white, love it!
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Kim
Gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteWhat a difference...♥ the clock white.
ReplyDeleteStunning transfromation! It looks fabulous white and I love the finishing technique...gorgeous! How funny that they still sell it in your updated version! Thanks so much for linking to the Sunday Showcase party! I greatly appreciate it! Hope you have a fabulous week! ~ Stephanie Lynn
ReplyDeleteI like the painted version much better! Good for you that you decided to go for it. I love the color November Rain. Enjoy it! It looks beautiful above the chair.
ReplyDeleteIsn't it amazing what one simple project can do to a room! Nice job on the distressing, too! Thanks for showing your clock on Modern Craftswoman Monday! Rory
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Thanks!
~Ela
This looks wonderful painted white!
ReplyDeleteLOVE it!!!
Debbie@houseatthelake
What a perfectly gorgeous clock...because of your transformation, of course. ;)
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Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
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The shape of the clock is striking. Great job refinishing.
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desiree
Oh, I love the shape of this clock. It looks lovely in the white as well. Great choice.
ReplyDeleteLove what you did with the clock. It looks fantastic!!
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~Ela
How funny that you found the same clock after you painted it. :) It looks really great and even better that it cost so much less. Thanks so much for stopping by my blog so I could find yours. I'm looking forward to having a look around!
ReplyDeleteLove the clock redo.
ReplyDeleteI just read your post on whitening ironstone! I had no idea this could be done and have several pieces that I will be trying this on. Thanks for sharing!
I looks amazing!
ReplyDeleteMy first time visiting! L-O-V-E this clock. i'm off to find more pretties around here!
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