Thursday, June 3, 2010

Tick Tock – A Newly Painted Clock

I am always amazed at how a simple coat of paint can transform the ordinary into something special. Case in point is the clock below. It has been part of my dining room décor for several years.
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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69 comments:

  1. Oh my... JEALOUS!
    I LOVE IT!
    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

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  2. I love the clock and your blog! I grabbed your button too. btw how do I get one for myself?

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  3. Beautiful! It looks wonderful in your dining room!

    Enjoy!
    Cathy

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  4. WOW, nice job. Looks the same to me. Very pretty!

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  5. Definitely an improvement! Love the painted clock!

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  7. The 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

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  8. Wow, that looks so pretty in white!! Great job! :)

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  9. Awesome! You're right, a coat of paint can make all the difference!

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  10. First 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!
    Nancy

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  11. 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!

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  12. That clock is now too stinkin' cute! Great paint transformation for it...

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  13. Paint is always a saviour! Clearly, EA found the error of their ways and brought out the paint can as well. Looks great!
    www.divinedistractions.blogspot.com

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  14. 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*

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  15. Glad 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!

    Tania

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  16. 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.

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  17. Yes, yes, yes...I love it painted white!
    xo, Sherry

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  18. It is wonderful!!! I wonder if it is just because we love shabby?

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  19. I 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!

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  20. I gasped when I saw your new version. Fabulous! It is gorgeous!

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  21. That 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 ♥

    Hope you will stop by and say hello. We're having a giveaway!
    Jane T.

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  22. Be 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.

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  23. 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.

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  24. It look fantastic. I love the white antique look you gave it.

    I 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.

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  25. Your clock looks amazing with the white paint! How funny that Ethan Allen got the same idea:)

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  26. Another fabulous projects from you! Paint is just magical.

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  27. I just love how it turned out and I particularly like where you placed it - very fab!!!

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  28. beautiful!!
    i'm new to the love of painting...trying to find more stuff to paint everyday. =)

    great job!

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  29. It looks so good! I think I like it better without the flowers on the face~it's a more classic look.

    Well done!

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  30. 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
    Thanks!

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  31. 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!

    Blessings,
    Marie
    http://emmacallsmemama.com

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  32. Wow, I am loving the white finish and i even make and sell clocks for a living. check it out:
    www.memorableminutes.com

    love all of your creativity!
    www.sewineededapaycheck.blogspot.com

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  33. Great makeover....love the shabbiness of it!

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  34. That clock is absolutely amazing! Some things were simply meant to be painted and this was definitely one of them!

    Thanks for linking it up to SNS!
    Donna

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  35. Absolutely incredible! I love your
    blog!

    Jane
    Flora Doora

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  36. 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.

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  37. Awesome Job!!!! It turned out fantastic!!! I am following you from Sunday Showcase Party!!! Nice to meet you. I am your newest follower.
    Bonnie

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  38. Paint is a magical thing! You did a great job - I'm joining from over at Met Monday - Jennifer

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  39. How funny they carry an off white one now! Love your makeover - nice!

    I hope you'll drop by to see the gorgeous kitchen JaneF posted for Met Monday, #1 Link. Don't forget to register for our vessel sink giveaway if you haven't already!

    Allison
    Atticmaag

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  40. 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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  41. hi. I'm just getting by to visit from Jan's Boardwalk party.

    LOVE 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

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  42. Oh, my goodness! Your painted clock looks amazing! What a difference a little paint makes!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  43. Who would of thought? It's truly amazing! Great job!

    Blessings, ~Melissa :)

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  44. Much better!! I've painted clocks before and am always so happy with the results. Yours turn out fantastic!

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  45. I was just thinking "What took you so long?" and then you yourself said it. :)

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  46. Wow - now that's a transformation! I can't believe it's the same clock!

    Jeanine

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  47. Really love how your clock looks painted white, love it!
    Hugz,
    Kim

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  48. What a difference...♥ the clock white.

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  49. Stunning 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

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  50. I 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.

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  51. Isn'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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  52. HI! I would like to invite you to join my new Pajama Party which starts Wednesday! (The link goes up tonight)

    http://lifeinmypjs.blogspot.com/p/pajama-party.html

    Thanks!

    ~Ela

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  53. This looks wonderful painted white!
    LOVE it!!!
    Debbie@houseatthelake

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  54. What a perfectly gorgeous clock...because of your transformation, of course. ;)

    I would like to invite you to visit the cottage, and join in on all the fun for my three linky parties:

    ASK THE YANKEE - MONDAYS
    TIPS & TRICKS TUESDAY
    TIME TRAVEL THURSDAY

    You can get the details here:

    http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/2010/06/brambleberry-cottage-linky-party.html

    Hope to see ya there!
    Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
    http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

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  55. The shape of the clock is striking. Great job refinishing.

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  56. wow! you have been feautered in s lot of magazines... I only once was in one of the major dutch magazines ;)

    I'm having a great give away and would like you to invite to join in ;)
    desiree

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  57. Oh, I love the shape of this clock. It looks lovely in the white as well. Great choice.

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  58. Love what you did with the clock. It looks fantastic!!

    Thanks for linking up to my Pajama Party! Please join me next week again =)

    ~Ela

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  59. 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!

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  60. Love the clock redo.

    I 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!

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  61. My first time visiting! L-O-V-E this clock. i'm off to find more pretties around here!

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