How to create random patterns using Chalk Paint®

Inspired by Charleston Farmhouse, Annie Sloan shows you how to create random patterns with stencils and found objects.

Annie Sloan developed her unique and versatile decorative paint, Chalk Paint®, in 1990. She wanted to create one paint that could achieve several different techniques and finishes – from creating a textured chippy look to achieving a smooth modern finish, or even creating a wash. Annie's paint is non toxic, low VOC, and very easy to work with. There's no need to prime or sand before starting – you can just get stuck straight in to the fun bit!

[JanniHellstrom]

I wish I had your talent Annie! Thanks for making an extraordinary paint, I wouldn’t want to live without it!
Love from Sweden 😘

[anesaterry]

You remind me of my grandmother. So calm and loving.

[belle]

Hi Annie! Love your work-joy-passion. Love that you have a paint splat on your face and who gives a care!

[ninadavenport]

Love love love your tutorials. I wish there were more of them! I just don't have the creative ideas, being an artisan rather than an artist. I need you for inspiration!

[vickielane]

Love that so much! Thank you!
I can't wait to start my project patiently waiting in my garage and using all my different colors and brushes I've been collecting for it :)

[ClaraSais]

Always inspiring. I'd love something like this for my daughter, we have an old blanket chest just waiting to be transformed!

[Catssonii]

Just beautiful! and very inspirational. <3

[amberthibodeaux]

I've just started repurposing furniture using chalk paint. What do you use to as a finish to secure the paint to where you can set things on top without scratching the finished piece? I just finished a nightstand I wanted to be able to set a lamp and my alarm clock on it, but I'm concerned about scratching it....