Annie Sloan Chalk Paint

I needed a new table for our breakfast area.  Our little fam has outgrown my beloved concrete-topped iron cafe table.  And since I no longer have a dining room (turned it into my sewing space), a table that seats more than two is somewhat necessary.  I noticed my mother had one in their garage. 

Me:  "Can I please have your table?"

Mom:  "Are you going to paint it or beat it up in any way?"

Me:  "Yep."

Mom:  "Then no, I'd rather give it to the Salvation Army."

Really?  What does she think is going to happen to her table at the Salvation Army??  Some nice lady is going to buy it and give it a good coat of Pledge every week??

She finally relented. 

Have you ever heard of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint?  It is new on my rader, and now I am obsessed and want to paint everything in my house.  Look it up!  It was really easy to use, and I am very pleased with the results...looks good if I say so myself.

Before and After:

Why is my picture sideways??  I can't fix it.