The more I looked at it, the more it looked like my "Old World Finish", with rust peeking through.
So, that's pretty much what I did to get my faux oxidation. Only I watered down my white paint/gesso mix, and I didn't rub it off. I let it settle.
However, you will never get the exact same effect twice. The end result will have a lot to do with what you are starting with, and how much you practice. Rust, and imperfections help. You should also clean and dry your piece first.
I watered down the paint on the first box more than the second one. How thick the "faux" oxidation will be, just depends on how much water you add, how many layers you apply, blah, blah, blah. So, you can take this,
to this.
Now, I do have other oxidation techniques, but I won't be sharing them. Why? Partly because they involve chemicals, and scary stuff. Plus, well....I can't share ALL my secrets.
I love the look of oxidized metal with flowers.
My Autumn Joy is changing colors. Looking forward to Fall, cause it was hot and humid here today. See ya soon.
Looks great I have some gesso I'll have to give it a go xxx
ReplyDeleteLooks great I have some gesso I'll have to give it a go xxx
ReplyDeleteoh! this is so awesome...The flowers are beautiful too...
ReplyDeleteRosemary,
ReplyDeleteLove this technique.I don't blame you for not sharing all of your techniques.Although you could write a book :-) .I agree it looks beautiful with those flowers too!
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Anne
Love the plants and the bucket. I do understand about the chemicals. Plus you must keep some of your secrets for yourself.
ReplyDeleteThose look so great! Your technique is just the thing to transform those boxes into something interesting. I love that look.
ReplyDeleteThanks for letting us in on your secret! They look great!
ReplyDeleteI love any distressed finish you like to share, but I am with Anne above, I am waiting for your book!
ReplyDeleteDistressed Donna Down Home
Thank you for sharing your secrets with us, Rosemary! Great tips, I love your crates! Now I need to run out and get some gesso!!
ReplyDeleteWhat, you don't tell us how your do everything? Oh well, even if you did it would take your eye and skill to do it quite the same. ~ Maureen
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing those great tips on getting a faux oxidation look, Rosemary! Yours looks amazing. I knew that had to be your project when I saw the thumbnail over at "Wow Us Wednesday".
ReplyDeleteYou are more brave than I am--I did the acid mirror thing once...love the effect but feel lucky I didn't end up in the emergency room. Your technique shared here seems safe:)
ReplyDeleteI got my giveaway today--thank you so much! I love it! I posted about it. :)
I love the technique you used on your boxes Rosemary. Thank you for sharing what you do with us.
ReplyDeleteI agree, love the comparison of the flowers with rusty pail.
ReplyDeleteI'd love to have these in my store...thanks for the ideas. Need to find some cool boxes first though! And never feel guilty about holding onto secrets R, as it is what business is based on!
ReplyDeleteHi Rosemary
ReplyDeleteI think it is so wonderful how you do share so much with your readers. Keep some for yourself! Beautiful as always my friend. Have a beautiful week!
xoxo
Kate
I am always fascinated with how you create your treasures! I love the look of the sedum in the bucket. Very pretty!
ReplyDeleteWell, however you do it, it looks great, Rosemary! Your sedum looks wonderful. I used to love to see the colors start to change on mine {at the old house}. I hope the ones I've seen around the condo community survived this horrible Summer.
ReplyDeleteI have got to try gesso one day soon, you make everything look so fabulous!
ReplyDeleteLove the flowers with your restyle.
Looks great and thanks for introducing me to gesso. Mine are beginning to change color too. I'm actually ready for the seasons to change. Cant believe I'm saying that.
ReplyDeleteThat oxidation is awesome Rosemary. I love that.
ReplyDeleteLooks great!
ReplyDeleteJan @Door251
Love your works of art...including all the aging!
ReplyDeleteRosemary I love galvanized anything :)
ReplyDeleteI just picked up an old bucket myself sad that it had a bit of a crushed dent at the bottom, but still a beauty. So now that I have seen what you have created it gives galvanize a whole new twist.
Those wine boxes make for great holiday gifting ...a little filler a bottle of wine some cheeses in the other side wrapped up in clear wrap and you have a gift a winery would be proud to sell.
This is an inspiring piece. You may find me inspired enough to try one of my own.
Thank you dear friend for making it over to check out my holiday over at my place, means so much to me to see and hear from you, your comments touch the edges of my heart :)
Have a beautiful week.
xoxo
Dore
Girl as usual it has your special touch, gesso
ReplyDeleteI like that old wheel rim behind the flowers, gives me an idea to put my bob wire wreath behind my hydrangea and take a picture
Love this project. Everything looks great as it always does.
ReplyDeleteCynthia
Thanks for sharing. I will be giving this a try. Love your blog and your posts are my inspiration for many a project. Have a wonderful fall season.
ReplyDeletehave the perfect tub to enahnce!!! It's been waiting in the wings
ReplyDeleteyour A-joy is beautiful!
another gorgeous finish--love it:)
ReplyDeleteAwesome! Looks great. Thanks for sharing!!
ReplyDeleteAnother creation that I adore!Keep 'em comin'
ReplyDeleteToo cool, Rosemary! I love this! You have converted me to Gesso too! I love using it! You're always inspiring!
ReplyDeleteI love the boxes. I think I'll have to try it. Hope mine turns out as well as yours.
ReplyDeleteThe wine boxes look wonderful after you work your magic on them!!....Love the flowers in the bucket...rusty beauty...what more can you ask for!!...
ReplyDeleteThey look great Rosemary, and that little pot looks so pretty filled your sedum clippings!
ReplyDeleteYou are a genius Rosemary! Even if you did share all of your secrets I doubt many of us would have the talent to pull it all off as beautifully as you do:)
ReplyDeleteSo beautiful Rosemary!
ReplyDeleteNobody can duplicate the tlc you put into all your projects!!
You've done it again Rosemary! Fabulous technique!
ReplyDeleteHi Just discovered your site and looooove it! Could you tell me where would I get wine labels from please. I am in Australia, thank you. Lovvve all your work. So inspirational and thx for taking the time to share.
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