Comments for Ivy Lane

Comment on Peacock and Black Glaze – A Winning Combo! by Jennifer

Jennifer — Wed, 04 May 2016 12:13:51 +0000

Hi Stephanie! Just one thin coat.

Comment on Peacock and Black Glaze – A Winning Combo! by Stephanie Whitaker

Stephanie Whitaker — Wed, 04 May 2016 12:03:51 +0000

How many different layers of glaze did you use?

Comment on Aging Wax Is Your Friend by Jennifer

Jennifer — Wed, 12 Aug 2015 20:56:53 +0000

Wax is always the last layer. To paint over the wax, you need to remove it. I use denatured alcohol and an old rag to remove the wax, repaint and then seal. I love using American Paint Company’s Top Coat. Adding a bit of water to it gives you a matte finish, like wax. The beauty of Top Coat is it’s durability and you can paint over Top Coat down the line. Caution, you may remove some of the finish removing the wax with denatured alcohol. I buy my denatured alcohol from our local hardware store and it’s not expensive.

Let us know how you make out!

Jen

Comment on Aging Wax Is Your Friend by Kay

Kay — Wed, 12 Aug 2015 17:27:19 +0000

I purchased a lovely old dresser from a craftswoman here in Denver. She said she applied aging wax to it, which is great. Can I paint over again wax? She colored the top of the dresser in white, but I want an antique/ivory color where she has white. Possible? Thanks – K

Comment on Aging Wax Is Your Friend by Jennifer

Jennifer — Mon, 01 Jun 2015 12:33:48 +0000

Hi Sue!

Sorry this happened. I’ve been there. All the best painters have.

I would use denatured alcohol to remove the wax. You can purchase denatured alcohol at your local hardware store. Apply a small amount of denatured alcohol to a lint free cloth and wipe off the wax. There is a chance you will also pull off the paint and that’s ok. It’s not the end of the world. It’s just paint. You’ll know the wax is removed by touch. The stickiness of the wax will gone.

You’ll find other uses for the denatured alcohol. It cleans mirrors. I use it to clean grime on furniture before I paint it. It’s also not expensive.

Clear wax is the answer for a good dark wax application. We love the American Paint Company offers dark wax in smaller containers because a little goes a LONG way.

Let us know if we can help in any other way.

Best,
Jen of Ivy

Comment on Aging Wax Is Your Friend by Sue

Sue — Sun, 17 May 2015 01:23:53 +0000

Wow, I wished I could of read this blog before I painted and waxed my nightstand! I applied the dark aging wax without the clear wax. So now I have a mess. Do you know if there is anything I can do to remove the dark aging wax, or do I need to simply sand it all down and start over?

Sue

Comment on Brimfield Antique Show ROAD TRIP! by Pam Robbins- Through The Garden Gate

Pam Robbins- Through The Garden Gate — Mon, 08 Sep 2014 01:53:26 +0000

Oh My Goodness!!! You Girls were so Awesome and so much fun!!! The people there at the show felt like family……we were sad to leave and cannot wait to come back!! Thanks Ladies for your visit and Sweet words!! xXoOx Pam

Comment on Using Chalk & Clay Mineral Based Paints for Outdoor Spaces. by Jennifer

Jennifer — Fri, 11 Apr 2014 21:02:03 +0000

Hi Tami! It’s been such a LONG winter and we’re all ready to get outside and enjoy warmer weather. I will cherish my outdoor space more this year. If time allows, I’ll share out outdoor projects on the blog. Stay tuned! Jen

Comment on Using Chalk & Clay Mineral Based Paints for Outdoor Spaces. by Tami

Tami — Fri, 11 Apr 2014 17:25:06 +0000

Great Information! Getting ready to paint an outside
Cafe set!!! Can’t wait!!!

Comment on The Forgotten Buffet by Jennifer

Jennifer — Wed, 23 Oct 2013 13:20:58 +0000

Thank you Donna!