Kate, the Union Flag Table (Before & After)

Kate (After)

Meet Kate – she’s youthful, modern & British.  Some would have you call her “Catherine” but Kate is more fun, right?

This is how Kate started:

Kate (Before)

And here’s the top:

Top (Before)

As you can see, she was in need of a little makeover (unlike the Duchess of Cambridge).  I washed the table down and did two coats of clear shellac.

You all know, that we love all things British in our house – my hubby being English and my kids being half.  I just can’t get enough of Blighty.  You may remember the union flag bureau I did for my son’s room, but I wanted this to have a more modern twist, but be subtle too.

I painted the bottom half of the table in Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in French Linen.  It is a really lovely color and is almost a mushroom color, a brown grey.  Lovely, lovely color.  Then I did ASCP in Old White on the top.  Luke followed these instructions to tape the top for me.  We opted to do the white first this time because it only meant taping once.

Using Frog Tape

We used Frog tape for this one.  The yellow tape is for delicate surfaces and I liked it better than the Scotch delicate surfaces tape.  There was less bleeding and pealing.

All taped
I painted the triangles in French Linen and the cross and stripes in Louis Blue and the parts that were taped remained Old White.  After it was dry and a few touch ups, I did clear wax and buffed to a gloss shine.  I was really torn wether to distress or not.  Some people thought I should but my hubby and kids thought it looked perfect this way.  What do you think?
Here’s some photos.
Kate (After)

Here’s the legs:

Curved legs
Kate (After)
More of the flag:
Union Flag Table (After)
Kate is looking for a new home and she’d love to help give your living room a more regal look!

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Kathryn
11 years ago

Love her! I did a Union Jack table not long ago, which I almost named Kate 🙂 It ended up being a “him” named “Union Jacques”, because of the French style of the table :)(You can see him here: http://aheartfulhome.blogspot.com/2012/07/meet-union-jacques.html)
I do love the Duchess of Cambridge, though, and her table namesake! 🙂 They are both very elegant and fresh!

Christine @ Let's Get Crafty!

Super groovy!!! I love love love it!!

Danielle
11 years ago

Thanks, Christine!

suzyq
11 years ago

Beautiful job! I will never tire of painting union jacks ( on anything )
Hugs,
Suzan

Kelli
11 years ago

Just stopped by from the linky at the Dedicated House. I love love LOVE that table! So great. I’m going to be starting a Union Jack quilt soon. Great job!

Brandi
11 years ago

Beautiful job on the table. Such a great makeover.

Athena at Minerva's Garden

This is a beautiful take on the Union Jack motif, Danielle–I like the subtle colors, and I think it’s perfect the way it is. Love the curvy legs, too!

Cathy @ My 1929 Charmer

I have one of your “old” tables in my basement. Now you have a beautiful new union flag table and I still have the old ugly table in the basement! Want to stop over? Thanks for sharing your creative inspiration with Sunday’s Best – you helped make the party a success!

thefinestkind
11 years ago

love it!! such beautiful colors; GREAT job!!

Daphne Bryson
11 years ago

Hello Danielle, I am sending you a big round of applause from England, what a good job you have done with your Union Jack table. I love the subtle colours you have used. I bet it takes pride of place in your home. Best Wishes Daphne

Danielle
11 years ago
Reply to  Daphne Bryson

Thanks, Daphne! My English hubby loves it 🙂

Jill Flory of Sew a Fine Seam

I like it! A lot!! I came over from Miss Mustard Seeds linkup! I have a question – why did you do the shellac coats before the AS chalk paint? Just curious!!

Beth@Makemeprettyagain
11 years ago

This came out fab!!
I did one on an old round oak table with almost the same colors! (you can see it under gallery).
I like the way you taped only once! How did you do the measurements?? It seemed like it took me hours to tape and measure mine.

Stacie
11 years ago

Great inspiration! Love this project!!! It looks great this way, maybe later if you want a change, you can distress then??? I am a new follower of your blog and invite you to join mine as well, would love to see you there! http://flourishwithavintageflair.blogspot.com/

Rebecca
11 years ago

I’m in love with this table… I’ve seen it at a bunch of parties, and finally clicked on it, cause I couldn’t take it’s cuteness anymore! I think I just didn’t want to click and get super inspired… 🙂 Come party at my blog, if you want, but really I’m just commenting on how amazing this looks!

Amy
Amy
11 years ago

Ooh! This is my fave Union Jack project I’ve seen! Nicely done; I think the colors are what really set it apart. Great name choice for “her”, by the way. Perfectly appropriate. Would you consider sharing this here?
http://www.oneartsymama.com/2012/09/shine-on-fridays-45-and-giveaway.html

Tammy
11 years ago

Looks so nice! What a great tutorial too! Thanks so much for sharing this at Rustic Restorations Weekend!

Beja {Howdy-Honey.com}
11 years ago

CRAZY! We must be on the same wavelength this week with ASCP on tables & partying at Too Much Time! My table looked rough like yours, too. That paint can work miracles, huh? Gorgeous work!

Danielle
11 years ago

Yes, LOVE ASCP. I’m so addicted to it. Your table came out fantastic!

Tonna @ Navy Wifey Peters

nice job! Those colors look great.

Danielle
11 years ago

Thanks, Tonna!

Bingo Buttercup Crafts
11 years ago

What a fantastic color combo, my dear! This came out simply gorgeous! great job! following now and look forward to seeing more of your lovely projects.

-Amberly!

Stacey
11 years ago

Very pretty Danielle! I love that color combination!
Thanks for linking up this week!
Stacey of Embracing Change

fiona anderson
11 years ago

I think the flag looks great in muted colours Danielle. It makes me want to do something similar !

Honey at 2805
11 years ago

I always appreciate the inspiration you share at Potpourri Friday!

Kerryanne @ Shabby Art Boutique

Beautifully done Danielle. Thanks for sharing it on Shabbilicious Friday.