Shawna J. Shaw

Owner at 'Shawna Jeannine Painted Furniture' in Warrenton, VA

Contest Entries

2017 Entries

French Provincial Goes to Paris

By Shawna J. Shaw, Owner at 'Shawna Jeannine Painted Furniture' in Warrenton, VA

Winning Category

This french provincial dresser was given a contemporary "new do" for a night out in Paris.  Adorned in all black using Amy Howard One-Step paint, this dresser was richly and boldly accessorized with classic gold trim.  A coat of General Finishes High Performance Top Coat in Satin polished off the stylish fresh look.

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Mid-Century Re-make

By Shawna J. Shaw, Owner at 'Shawna Jeannine Painted Furniture' in Warrenton, VA

Winning Category

This mid-century dresser was given a pop culture re-make with a classic Union Jack flag.  The dresser was painted with Amy Howard One-Step paint and sealed with General Finishes' High Performance Top Coat for lasting durability. 

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Chippy Chic

By Shawna J. Shaw, Owner at 'Shawna Jeannine Painted Furniture' in Warrenton, VA

Winning Category

Layers of milk paint were applied to this antique potato bin to simulate years of chippy goodness.  A first layer of Miss Mustard Seed's 'Grainsack' was applied, followed by a layer of 'Lucketts Green', followed by another layer of 'Grainsack'.  No bonding agent was used in order to embrace "natural chips and peels over the years."  A light sanding revealed hues from underlying colors.  Light and dark wax were used to enhance the "aged" patina and General Finishes 'Nutmeg' gel stain rounded out the natural, loved-over-time look on the top.

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Modern Primitive

By Shawna J. Shaw, Owner at 'Shawna Jeannine Painted Furniture' in Warrenton, VA

Winning Category

This primitive jelly cabinet was updated to reflect today's farmhouse style.  The 'Lucketts Green' milk paint by Miss Mustard Seed contrasts nicely with the warm hue of General Finishes 'Nutmeg' gel stain.  The earthy colors reflect natural, homegrown beauty and simplicity.  

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Burly Girl

By Shawna J. Shaw, Owner at 'Shawna Jeannine Painted Furniture' in Warrenton, VA

Winning Category

This antique empire dresser was given a makeover with 'Amy Howard' chalk based paint and light wax.  The wood grain of the drawers was beautifully enhanced by General Finishes Gel stain in Nutmeg.  The result provided a beautiful contrast of colors, lines and textures.

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Subtle Elegance

By Shawna J. Shaw, Owner at 'Shawna Jeannine Painted Furniture' in Warrenton, VA

Winning Category

This unassuming beauty brings subtle elegance to any surrounding.  Styled with General Finishes Chalk Style Paint in 'Limestone' and sealed with High Performance Top Coat for lasting endurance.  The classic 'column' details were gently enhanced with General Finishes Glaze effects in black and pewter gilding wax applied to original hardware to add to the subtle beauty.

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Beauty Restored

By Shawna J. Shaw, Owner at 'Shawna Jeannine Painted Furniture' in Warrenton, VA

Winning Category

This beautiful Herendon cabinet was in much need of restoration.  It was lovingly finished with General Finishes 'Limestone' Chalk Style Paint and sealed with General Finishes High Performance Top Coat for lasting durability.  White glaze and gold gilding wax were used to bring due attention to the elegant hardware and molding details. 

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