(EASY) Furniture Painting Classes

Here's my informational email that I send out to interested parties who want to learn how to paint furniture using either Annie Sloan Chalk Paint or Amy Howard One-Step Paint.

Thank you for your interest in learning how to paint furniture the easy way!  My name is Ashley Glover.  I have been repainting and sprucing up furniture for myself for many years, and began doing it as a career about 2 years ago.  I started designing and building custom picture frames approximately 4 years ago. There is nothing more relaxing and enjoyable to me than being able to take something old, unused or unloved and turning it into a show piece in a client's home!

I began teaching these classes after a friend suggested I do so in an effort to raise funds for fertility treatments.  We have one son, age 9, and desperately want another child. Of course, insurance doesn't cover doctor visits, medications or treatment. I can't think of a better way to save these funds than sharing my passion with others and instructing them on making their own pieces shine!

The cost of the class is $50.00.  Half of that amount is due at the time of booking in order to reserve your spot in the class.  The balance is due the day of class.  You may choose to pay the full amount when you sign up.  Materials are not included and will be detailed below.  The materials required will be sufficient for you to complete numerous projects, not just what you bring to class to paint.  All classes are taught at my home in Trussville, Alabama. I will hold at least one class in Troy in February or March. Should you want to host a class in your home, I will be glad to come to your home and do so.  In order for me to come to your home and teach a class, you will need to have a minimum of 5 participants.  If you have 5 participants, your class fee is waived.

You will need to bring:
-A piece to paint no larger than a small coffee table or side table.

-2" synthetic bristle paint brush. I prefer the short-handled paint brushes from Lowes or Home Depot.

-2- 2" Natural bristle chip brushes (for waxes)

-Cheesecloth or old t-shirts for removing wax(es)

 

    If you want to use Annie Sloan Chalk Paint:

          -1 qt Annie Sloan Chalk Paint ($35.95) (available at Faux Studio Designs in Pelham, The Paint Station in Irondale (only open Wed-Sat) or Perfectly Imperfect in Troy)           
          -Annie Sloan Clear Wax ($26.95) is required to seal the paint.

          -Annie Sloan Dark Wax ($26.95) if you want to add an "antique" look to the finish.

    If you want to use Amy Howard One-Step Paint:
          -1 qt Amy Howard One-Step Paint ($30.00) (available at Nona Ruth's in Trussville or The Confetti Crate in Troy)

          -1 small jar Light Wax ($12.50)

          -1 small jar Dark Wax ($12.50) if you want to add an "antique" look to the finish.

Dates for Classes:

Thursday, January 23rd-9a.m-12p.m. (4 spots)

Thursday, January 30th-9a.m.-12p.m. (4 spots)

Wednesday, February 5th-6p.m.-9p.m. (3 spots)

Sunday, February 9th-2p.m.-5p.m. (4 spots)

Saturday, February 15th-10a.m.-1p.m. (4 spots)

Wednesday, February 19th-6p.m.-9p.m. (3 spots)

Friday, February 21st-9a.m.-12p.m. (4 spots)

Sunday, February 23rd-2p.m.-5p.m. (4 spots)

Tuesday, February 25th-9a.m.-12p.m. (4 spots)

REMEMBER:  In order to reserve your spot, you must pay the $25.00 non-refundable deposit using this PayPal link HERE.  You do not need a PayPal account to pay using this link.  You can make a one-time payment using your debit or credit card. If you wish to pay in full, simply update the quantity to "2" for a total of $50.00.

Please let me know if you have any questions.  I appreciate your interest in learning how to (easily) paint furniture!