DYI Project- Painted Frame

 Sorry folks for my lack of furniture re-dos, but I have not been very lucky lately finding cool pieces.
I will be updating my old antique bed for my daughter soon, and I hope to share that with you in the next few weeks.

However, I have been itching to paint something.  I've had this old, honey colored frame for years and thought I'd try a technique I use on my furniture.

First, I lightly sanded the wood.  And then started painting it with a pale blue/gray I had on hand.

Once it dried I used the sand paper to lightly distress the edges.

Then I rubbed some dark stain into the sanded parts, and wipe it off with a clean cloth.

Took me less than 15 minutes (not including drying time).

I see these at thrift stores all the time, I may try it with a more ornate frame next time.