I Painted My Couch! | How to Chalk Paint a Leather Couch | DIY Couch Makeover

[@tharris9074]

I LOVED your video and being an artist myself you know there will be mistakes. It came out perfect. I’m definitely painting my leather sectional.

[@Sheilae247]

You did a really awesome job thank you for this video so much

[@elisabethrobbins1053]

I love how you & your Significant Other picked your favorite sides of the couch & enjoy it's uniqueness

[@makeit2649]

Your couch looks great - nice work! FYI, regular paint does work - it just needs to be flat, and not glossy. ;) You can use it as-is, or make it into chalk paint by adding calcium carbonate, or talc, or both.

[@aaaamberc]

I think its awesome that you made it that YOUR couch. Really added some value to it. I would love to watch sewing videos on how you made those lovely pillows!

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Thank you so much!! ❤️ I will definitely get going on that sewing video (:

[@noelviekmiz2426]

I’m about to paint my couch white and use your video to help me do this;will give you an update! Thanks for sharing you did a great job and answered most of my questions.

[@arrem1807]

You are adorable!!!!.... Great video. Thanks so much for sharing your experience painting your couch. I am inspired to paint mine!

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Thank you so much!! That’s so sweet (: Just happy that others can learn from my mistakes!

[@Merrybandoruffians]

“Well... it wasn’t the hugest deal...but it definitely wasn’t the right decision.” Literally the title of my biography.

[@Steph-xl3nq]

Haha! I think I love you! I think I am you! I’m about to paint my half pleather half sued couch that I couldn’t give away on Facebook market! My cat barfed on it a few times and scratched all the pleather to hell and back! It’s a HUGE sectional! Am I insane? Probably. But you are so right. There is something special about making an old gross thing beautiful by using your creative abilities, sweat and tears. Thanks for the inspiration!

[@itsmeterri]

Lol, you are so funny. I love it!! You made me a subscriber. I was having a not so great day until this video made me chuckle more than a few times. Thank you, beautiful. God bless you ❤️

[@cherokeedream1313]

You are beyond adorable... in fact this video ought to be viral! I have a sectional almost identical to your sofa and after watching this... I believe I'll use the "crevice drying time" to meditate lol

[@kannonhill3853]

Omg I love love love your personality... This is an amazing video... 😍😍

[@ruthbueneman541]

Well you started out driving me crazy but then you sort of became charming . You have wonderful humour.

[@helenegladney7929]

Think I will do it ! I'm adventurous !

[@dhx7749]

❣❣❣❣❣ Your couch! It's done with love👍😊 and it's beautiful. I'm gonna do mine... Thank you 🙏

[@LoloTV333]

Nice job !

[@janeh3815]

I think I’ll be painting my couch after watching this!

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Yes! Absolutely go for it! (:

[@kzanders19]

Can this be done with fabric sofa?

[@carrie-annmillar1128]

I enjoy your humor!

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Happy to hear that! 😄☺️❤️

[@MrGumshoes]

She's so cute, how old are you ?

[@carrie-annmillar1128]

@@MrGumshoes me? Why?

[@heatherbashara6180]

And also does it come off when wet?

[@angeljones7270]

I just picked up a free reclining leather couch yesterday. I will be painting it thanks to your video! Thank you :)

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Awesome, good luck!

[@lisam2703]

How long did you have your sofa? How did it hold up? Did it eventually crack? I have a black corner sofa but want a white one. Don't know if it wreck my sofa tho I can't find anyone that kept their sofa long enough to see if it cracked or not

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Hi there! Unfortunately, I don't have the couch any longer, but I did make an update video about a month later. Sorry I can't be more helpful! kzbin.info/www/bejne/bISul4d6gs19o5Y&lc=UgwD-Zui9Dl5q0ie-gh4AaABAg

[@robertkrygsveld4697]

Hahahahaha my gawd ur great!! I just picked up a used white pleather couch and it has some issues lol but i love it so i am going to take your advice and go for it and bring it back to its original beauty. Thank for your inspiration, absolutely love your video.

[@dashdoll28]

I've got acrylic paint for a chair I'm going to attempt to paint. Thankyou for your video

[@caitlinroseashpool5373]

How is the couch now?? Wear and tear wise?

[@mornat4638]

I’m ready to paint my leather couches, your couch looks great, I’m so happy I came across your video, thank you🥰

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Thank you so much!! I’m so happy to hear that! Thanks for watching!! And I hope you do give it a try (:

[@emmaearle1203]

Well it's been about a year now since you painted your leather couch how is it holding up is the paint cracking

[@mohamadabdullah6360]

My leather couch is black can I put the chalk paint first but later put up a brown dye?

[@sunitamay123]

Really enjoyed watching your video! Great project. Also it's a great motivation for us who wants our dark couches to become white! Good luck!

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Thank you so much!

[@bdsarees5881]

Hi its been a white since you did your leather paint, just wanted to know if it peels off or cracked. I realy want to do mine but im stuck.

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Hi! I actually made an update video about it! Check it out (: It should have the answers you're looking for!

[@SATEDPEACHES0807]

Heyyyyyy, looking to paint mine soon.. Any updates on the wear on the couch? 🤔

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Great question! I’ll post an update video on Monday for you! (:

[@SATEDPEACHES0807]

@@EclecticUnicornCo yay! Thanks!

[@doritarausellsolari8056]

Fantástic video

[@SimplyMilli]

Awesome job it's beautiful!!

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Thank you so much!! (:

[@Janiceroye751]

😁😅I'm gonna go for it!thanks babe!🥰

[@craigsmith743]

Nice love the idea. I have red leather couch and want to paint it instead of getting rid of it but the leather is tearing do you think that’s a problem

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Hi Craig! Thanks so much for checking it out! (: I don't have any experience with this, but I looked into it and it seems like, depending on the tearing, you could try to repair it and then paint over the repair. Or if it's peeling, you may be able to sand it down a bit to where it's smooth, and then paint over that. Hopefully that helps! Would love to hear how it goes! (:

[@craigsmith743]

UnicornitureCo thanks so much!

[@channelnick2514]

Ya did good!

[@archangel3213]

VERY HELPFUL! YOU ARE SUPER ADORABLE!! THANKS FOR THE TIPS😘🥰

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Haha thank you!!!! Hopefully it helps! (:

[@iuliagabriella6162]

I wanna do this to my ugly brown leather couch but does the chalk paint come off after a while? Does it feel scratchy?

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

I would definitely give it a try! I actually made an update video on the couch that might help answer your questions. It seems to me, that if you prep correctly, then it should hold up just fine. And no, it doesn't feel scratchy (:

[@stachastovall4568]

I sincerely appreciate the explaination of mistakes/issues, that is priceless for a first timer. As well as, answering most questions for a new DIYer. One more inquiry, how much chalk paint did you use? I have 4 pieces to complete and am attempting to guess how much chalk paint to purchase. Thank you again!

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Hi! Thank you so much, I'm just happy to help! (: It's been some time since I did this project, so I'm not too sure how much I used exactly, but it was no more than one quart of paint. Especially considering I watered down my paint before I started, you should be safe starting out with a quart.

[@stachastovall4568]

@@EclecticUnicornCo Thanks again! Good luck on the next project, I'll be watching for it👍

[@LelahAnnmoeller]

I think your so funny and really neat! I love your couch and I was looking for a good video for painting leather and you inspired me!!!!!😁😁😁😁😁😁❤

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Thank you so much!!! You are so sweet (: I'm so happy to help! Let me know how your project goes!

[@KandySnm]

I enjoyed this vvv much thank you , the couch is hella cute x

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Thanks so much!!!! ❤️❤️❤️

[@allisonbowen7445]

What wax did you use?

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Here's the link: thd.co/2xy2a4I It's Behr's Decorative Finish Wax, but I think really any wax for chalk paint would do the trick.

[@carolinavgp]

Wow what a difference! This is a great idea if you are on a budget and can’t afford a new couch!

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Thank you! That's exactly what I was going for! (:

[@myasolow7579]

UR adorable & UR a very good teacher, U make me really believe that I too can paint my brown sectional white😅🤣😂

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Haha! Thank you so much!! (: You should go for it!! Just learn from my mistakes and be sure to thoroughly clean your couch beforehand and have plenty of chalk paint lol! Good luck if you go through with it! ❤️

[@alexandreahodge5037]

Painted my couch white it turned out great!! We got ours for free too, It was an ugly ivory green color.

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

That's so cool!!! I would love to see some before and after pics if you have any (:

[@kzanders19]

Glad to hear that your couch turned out great. I like to know if it was leather or fabric? I considering doing the same.

[@How-123]

Can you send me a picture after 1 year painted .thanks

[@MunchkinSWAGG98]

Def painting a couch

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Yesss lol something you've got to try at least once

[@juliavargas4803]

Good job! You’re so cute. Great tips. 😊

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Thank you so much!!!! Happy to help (:

[@mollyr4796]

This is amazing!! We have an old brown leather couch and I'm thinking about doing this!! did the white chalk paint cover well the first time or did you feel like you had to go over it again?xxx

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Hi Molly!! I’m glad you like it and so excited to see you want to try it out yourself! So, I did just post an update video to show some cracking that occurred, which if I get the chance I will go over again. Other than that though, by using a ton of thin layers of chalk paint, I got really great coverage. My advice would just be to make sure you’re going to have enough chalk paint for the whole couch lol

[@lupe121000]

Girl you made me laugh so much!!! I love you already 🤣 I’m definitely subscribing.. How’s your couch holding up?

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Oh my gosh, you are way too sweet!! (: So happy you enjoyed the video, thanks so much!! I unfortunately don't have the couch anymore because we've redecorated the living room quite a bit since filming this video.

[@miracle7817]

Do you know how long this will last? Like will it crack in a few months? Love the idea!

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Hi! Thank you! I actually made a little update video talking about this! Hopefully it helps (:

[@naimaasa9972]

Lovee what you did there, planning to do the same to my living room leather chairs but it’s so difficult to find chalk paint where I live :(

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Thank so much!! Oh wow, have you considered making your own chalk paint?? I'm sure there are some recipes online you can find using regular paint and some other ingredients (:

[@MeMe-zh8pw]

Naima ASA, Be certain to research first. One of the ingredients commonly used ( not sure, but think it was calcium bicarbonate), turns out to be toxic when mixed into paint. Turns out that pure talc is best for best coverage. There is a gal who made a video about it here on KZbin. Sorry, forgot her name. Best of luck. Hope it turns out great for you!

[@Leolioness44]

The brand: Farmhouse Paint ... is the best! No need for Waxing after painting because Farmhouse Paint brand has Primer & Sealer in the Paint. Dries quickly!

[@keithlewis1741]

Thanks for a great video great entertainment 👍😀

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Thank you so much for watching, and I appreciate the support! (:

[@iamhernails]

I have a white couch in my nail suite ima paint to now lol

[@galexander4097]

I would have like to have seen a pic of the couch. not a small shot of it

[@reybethsings]

i love you so much omggggg 😂

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

You're too kind!!! (:

[@ItzAllRosey]

Lol 😂 you’re awesome!

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Thanks!! ❤️😁

[@heatherbashara6180]

Does it come off on clothes ?

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Hi Heather! Thanks for checking out the video! (: To answer both of your questions, no it does not come off on clothes and no it does not come off when wet. The decorative wax that goes over the chalk paint is what keeps those things from happening. I linked the wax that I used in the description, but there are tons of different brands you could use. Hopefully that helps! (:

[@traceyleicester7019]

so wheres the couch???????? LOL too much chat lol

[@urbanrewilding8003]

watching paint dry 👀

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Exactly 😄

[@FaithAndJustice1]

You are too cute! Lol

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Aw! Thanks, you're so kind! Thank you so much for watching! (:

[@meowlanfoo598]

I won't risk painting my chesterfield ..better leave it to the pro...it's not like a lego dollhouse makeover 😉

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Haha!! Oh no, I wouldn't mess with the natural beauty of a chesterfield either!

[@dalondabaker2121]

Painting is definitely exhausting

[@Ra69iT007]

Could of done without the life story.

[@Michelle-pn9xt]

per say, not per said.

[@hollyhawkinson4850]

Wanna be friends?

[@dalondabaker2121]

You got black in your blood and indian...check your background sis

[@paulinehunt4069]

What? Who would care?

[@johnixon7726]

God that was boring.

[@EclecticUnicornCo]

Shoot! Sorry about that, didn't mean to bore you! Thanks for watching anyways! (:

[@amandamorton-king2112]

Mom never tell you that if you can't say anything nice - then just SHUT IT ?

[@johnixon7726]

@@amandamorton-king2112 Your a shit

[@MeMe-zh8pw]

joh Nixon, Play nice now...Santa is makin' his list and checking it twice. And besides that...KARMA BABY!

[@johnixon7726]

@@MeMe-zh8pw Not everyone is going to like your videos. Don't be rude to people who express their opinions - that is bad karma -Bitch.

[@farhad56560]

Yes this video sucks Why do u have it up

[@paulinehunt4069]

Informative for a novice.