Paint Anything with Annie Sloan: Boho Bed Runner

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Chalk Paint master Annie Sloan makes a new friend when her guest, Comfort, appears at the Paint Anything studio with a piece of plain raw silk. She intends to use it as a runner for her vintage bed. Annie tells a skeptical Comfort that they can dye the fabric using any color of Chalk Paint, then they’ll stencil on a unique pattern to give it the bohemian flair they both love. Watch to see the colorful end result!
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[@yayaglass]

A couple of issues that are not clear in the video: Water should be tepid. The website suggests 1 Tbs of paint per liter of water. I'd mix my paint first in a large jar, with water, shake well to disperse the paint and avoid blotches, then add to the remaining water in the basin, stir in well. After agitating fabric for a bit, remove fabric and wring out excess water. Hang to dry, over tub or outside. Once fabric is DRY, add to your Dryer, max heat setting, and tumble for at least 15-30 minutes OR iron fabric to heat set. If your end product needs to be washed, wash in tepid to cold water, dry as usual. I'd also wash it Alone, the first time, and take a peek in the washer before the rinse cycle drains, to judge how much, if any, it might bleed. Hope this helps!

[@autumn7031]

thank you so much for this!!!

[@autumn7031]

I love Annie Sloan! Absolute Gem! She IS the real deal. And of course she did all the work and in a short period of time, her hands all in and with a genuine heart and smile. Love her! I've also Never seen a "host" leave to go pick someone up in the middle of a shoot lol. Speaks volumes as to the genre of today. Long ago are the days of Annie Sloan work ethic, she's beautiful and a treasure!!

[@saturdayschild376]

And this is how you color match your curtains to the buffet/dinette. I love it. 🤩

[@angelbogart539]

Im new to the wonders of Annie Sloan. WHAT A WOMAN!!!!

[@1957robinson]

Miss Annie, I absolutely love your ALL of your tutorials and can't tell you how much I have learned from you. I'm so inspired by you work and never stops to amaze me how real you are. Some ladies of your calbitor would not get in there, paint up to your elbows, no gloves in site... my kinda person, old school and real. I cannot say enough good things about you and I love your work. I now down to the queen of DIY.

[@cats.crafts.cookie]

Awesome, Annie you did it again.

[@zephyrblue2032]

Fantastic!!! I can hardly wait to try this! Thank you so much for such a well done video and your gift of artistic inspiration to us all.

[@lindalettman624]

Gorgeous! Can’t wait to start a fabric project!

[@cindylatta9740]

FANTASTIC!!! I'm Lovin' it

[@Lauras0801]

It's beautiful! I love the color you dyed the fabric!

[@pboyd8354]

lovin these vids watching back to back just found it. thank you

[@louisedumais6496]

what an original idea taking in projects from random strangers and a beautiful job

[@audreybutts615]

Simply BEAUTIFUL.

[@ziggy33399]

Oh my gosh! It’s beautiful!

[@bramhajung]

omg what a wholesome videoooo my heartttt

[@Alisa07l]

This is a game changer thank god for this

[@TheDesignNetwork]

We want to hear from you! What did you think of Annie's bohemian bed runner?

[@feathersofitaly7723]

Great, I am an Interior Designer and started my life doing things like this I am going to revive! Did you have to seal the paint after the stenciling?

[@sandraweiler5971]

Lovely lovely lovely, but how do you take care of it? Is there a complete tutorial?

[@pboyd8354]

how do you care for the painted bed runner? can it be hand washed at least?

[@KiwiJane1]

that Q was answered (see above or below)

[@pboyd8354]

Debs Pouliot got it and I thank you so much for the direction.

[@jjclucha5458]

So beautiful this is the second time I see video of you first one is with Astar place love it ❤️❤️❤️

[@sueeparra7454]

that was amazing!!

[@evasantiago7605]

Love it!!!

[@1949chefjojo]

Thank you. You gave me ideas 💡!

[@Angel-rv1mt]

Beautiful!!!!’

[@texadonkey34]

Very cool. I would love this draped over a bench or high back chair. Annie's projects are very cool. She's totally hip.

[@sandicooley1611]

I to

[@silverpromidi]

Beautiful.

[@terencedavis4141]

Brilliant!

[@asianangie7209]

Really pretty!

[@babzhill1011]

Beautiful

[@lisagordon6355]

why don't the viewers Q's get answered?

[@victoriajohnson5304]

AMAZING!🌻 ❤FROM DALLAS TEXAS

[@daliacolon2904]

How would you wash the fabric?

[@christiansgrandma6812]

Great idea.

[@noeliamonreal2835]

So cool

[@joolst1149]

Annie Sloan does great work. Would this work on canvas drop cloth fabrics (I'm making slipcovers) and would it wash well?

[@Tahliabas]

This is life changing and I just love what you can do with Annie Sloan paints, my question is what happens when you need to wash it, will the stenciled areas wash out also will the dye wash out as well? Thanks Shenel

[@justatitle]

It doesn’t appear anyone answered your question. All I could say in response is that when the first color blue was added “ dipped” they put it in drier. The drier would set the color. In as far as the stencil, I’m not sure, unless they dried it to.

[@CFinch360]

From Annie Sloan website: ;Once completely dry, iron or tumble dry the fabric to seal the colour. ... You can then wash your material on a 30ºC wash with no colour loss.

[@roshanakdezfooli966]

I love it, but I don't know what color should I use for my chair's

[@dianebunce6600]

Very interesting. May I just ask if this works on all fabrics and do some fabrics work better than others? Thank you.

[@janettewelsford3049]

HI - would it be possible to use chalk paint to change the colour of fabric cellular blinds? If so how would you do it? thanks!

[@ranidenkaa2656]

so pretty... I love watching this channel

[@TheDesignNetwork]

Thank you, rani den ka'a! We're so glad that you do!

[@ksundari86]

@@TheDesignNetwork Everyone is asking how do you wash this? Could you please tell us?

[@margaretWestminster]

When put in the dryer, will it leave marks inside tumbler ?

[@XeniasWorld]

I want to know how the dryer held up

[@teresabaltazar2130]

Lovely Ms. Sloane...M♡M of 5

[@akshattiwari8322]

Mam please bataiye ki fom seet bed rannar kese banay

[@kallahari7542]

Like this but Darn i used the Annie Sloan chalk paint to paint my linen pillow cushions i used like 2 ltr but it was a waist i used the wrong can, the wrong type of paint :-( and over here in Europe the paint is not cheap.

[@laurasaylor7498]

Love this so much! She said she put it in a tumble dryer...can this go in a normal clothes dryer? I feel like paint would go everywhere and stain the dryer.

[@CFinch360]

From Annie Sloan website: ;Once completely dry, iron or tumble dry the fabric to seal the colour. ... You can then wash your material on a 30ºC wash with no colour loss.

[@pattymcclellan3257]

will she ever be able to wash this? It's gorgeous!

[@doreenhernandez8233]

Is there a way to dye a light turquoise and gray curtain to a cream color

[@deborahbuckley8111]

From Annie Sloan website: ;Once completely dry, iron or tumble dry the fabric to seal the colour. ... You can then wash your material on a 30ºC wash with no colour loss.

[@anashilinsky4722]

O.M.G.!!!

[@Freedomisreal670]

This is amazing. I love it. I would just like to ask though... after stencilling do you have to put it in the dryer again? And won't the paint go hard? One more question, what if you don't have a dryer?

[@JuliaStutz157]

I would like to have an answer to the same question 😊

[@CFinch360]

Iron it-From Annie Sloan website: ;Once completely dry, iron or tumble dry the fabric to seal the colour. ... You can then wash your material on a 30ºC wash with no colour loss.

[@beccabrooks4100]

I just had an idea for that quilts could we do that on quilts

[@gypsygirl1485]

How often do you have to reapply the wax once furniture is completed to keep the paint from chipping/scratches or drying out?

[@KiwiJane1]

wrong video to post this Q

[@shahanahussain1334]

U r simply adorable 😍😘❤

[@myema5694]

So what does it do to the inside of the dryer?

[@anabeatrizrodrigues9341]

Wanna know that too

[@salumbre365]

Lovely, but more than a little vague. How long do you leave the fabric in the paint? What settings do you use to dry it? After stenciling it, do you just let it dry, do you wash it again ? And how do you wash that blanket after? So many questions, so few answers...

[@TheDesignNetwork]

Hi Felix Lizarraga! There are a few more details about this process here: www.anniesloan.com/techniques/dip-dyeing-fabric-with-chalk-paint. Hope this answers some of your questions!

[@rocioramos9548]

Can I paint leather sofa as well

[@vintagegopherwooddesigns1603]

Love this boho style! Wondering if you can wash the fabric after dyeing and stenciling?

[@kortzbeauty]

As long as you hear seal yup

[@ksundari86]

@@kortzbeauty as long as you HEAR SEAL YUP? What does that mean?

[@CFinch360]

@@ksundari86 I think she means "Heat seal it up" From Annie Sloan website: ;Once completely dry, iron or tumble dry the fabric to seal the colour. ... You can then wash your material on a 30ºC wash with no colour loss.

[@pattymcclellan3257]

@@CFinch360 even the painted stencils? Would you toss it in the dryer again after stenciling?

[@pintobean8935]

This is cool. I had no idea you could dye the fabric with chalk paint. How long does it need to sit in the dye? Thanks for sharing.

[@TheDesignNetwork]

Hi Anjuli M! According to Annie's website, you should dip your fabric in the dye, allowing the fabric to soak it in, and then agitate the fabric until the whole piece is evenly dyed. But she says not to leave the fabric in the dye to soak. You should remove it from the water and allow it to dry. Hope this helps, and thanks for watching The Design Network!

[@KiwiJane1]

allow it to air dry and THEN toss in dryer to heat-set

[@KiwiJane1]

Fun video. I'm just wondering if the paint was properly mixed in, why was there a concern with the blotches of paint getting on the fabric before it was removed from the dye bath? If the paint was actually thoroughly mixed into the water before adding the fabric, there wouldn't be any blotches to be concerned with. Thankfully, it appears the end result didn't look blotchy. I see many possibilities with this technique. Also, at the beginning (the outside interview) the girl mentioned she had a plain raw silk runner that she wanted to change but the item she brought was definitely just a piece of linen fabric with selvedge edges. Just curious if anyone else noticed that?

[@carolynellis387]

Defo linen not silk..

[@pattymcclellan3257]

@@carolynellis387 I'm so glad you mentioned that, as it's the first thing I noticed too.

[@janiechildress3702]

can you use the paint on metal that has already been painted, like a file cabinet?

[@TheDesignNetwork]

Hi Janie Childress! According to Annie Sloan's website under Using Chalk Paint on Metal: You can Chalk Paint® straight onto all kinds of hardware, including metal work. Chalk Paint® can re-invigorate old brass and other metal fixtures and fittings, and it even covers and slows down rust. Any rusting areas should be sanded and treated with a rust inhibitor before painting. Hope this helps!

[@frenchis19]

How about wool rugs

[@ldhoneybee9290]

When you use your paint for dying do u use warm or cold water?

[@TheDesignNetwork]

Hi Ld Honeybee! The water should be tepid. Plus, you can check out a few more tips on dip dyeing fabric with Chalk Paint here: www.anniesloan.com/techniques/dip-dyeing-fabric-with-chalk-paint. Good luck with your next project!

[@dominiquegianni-embrey2552]

Dominique Gianni-Embrey ..what's the ratio of paint to water, and what's the next step after you have your stained drippy curtains... should they be laundered? Do you suggest heat setting them right after they get stained? Or, should they be washed in cool water in the washing machine and dried? I really need answers so I can move on...I'm frozen by fear of messing up....Thank you

[@TheDesignNetwork]

Hi Dominique! Here's a page from Annie's website that shows a couple of curtain projects, plus an additional video about dyeing fabrics. Hope this helps! www.anniesloan.com/techniques/making-up-dyed-lace-curtains/

[@joannjacquin4983]

I think it is beautiful! What would be the washing instructions for the fabric after it has been dyed and stenciled? The stenciling will hold up?

[@TheDesignNetwork]

Hi, Joann Jacquin! We think it's beautiful too! Annie's website says that you can wash your material on a 30°C wash with no color loss, but if you use a stronger quantity of paint in your dye, there might be a little more fading. You can learn more at: www.anniesloan.com/techniques/dip-dyeing-fabric-with-chalk-paint. Hope this helps!

[@SharonCampbellWhittington]

Does the paint stain the dryer?

[@KiwiJane1]

she didn't mention but you should air dry first and then heat-set in dryer or with an iron (first cover fabric with a thin cloth to protect)

[@rjh1675]

what kind of fabric was this? Did you blow dry to set?

[@TheDesignNetwork]

Hi Riesa Harris! Here's an article from Annie's website about dip dyeing fabric. It also talks about sealing the color in the fabric by ironing or tumble drying and gives washing instructions: www.anniesloan.com/techniques/dip-dyeing-fabric-with-chalk-paint. Hope this helps!

[@junierichardson7157]

Miss. Drama queen you are so Right!,,,

[@fionadhu5137]

I can never stencil and have a clean look. Is there a secret - or is it just the thickness of the paint.

[@annhaws6677]

Did the fabric go in the dry a second time after the stencil?

[@TheDesignNetwork]

Hi, +Ann Haws! We checked Annie's site and it says the following: To stencil fabric with Chalk Paint, apply with a sponge roller. There is no need to dilute the paint, but to keep the image from bleeding around the edges, try not to overload your roller with paint. Allow the fabric to dry naturally, then heat seal by tumble drying or pressing with a hot iron. Hope this helps!

[@KiwiJane1]

always a good idea to heat-set after air drying :-)

[@HeatherNicola]

does the annie sloan admin reply? - i cant see answers to the questions..? You used silk but I have either a 100% cotton, 100% linen or a polycotton - does it work on these, as well as the silk? I went on your website tips and techniques but it doesn't say..

[@TheDesignNetwork]

Hi Heather! We did a little research on our end and it looks like you can use cotton. According to the feedback we saw from people who have tried it, it dyes really well. We also saw comments that said that polyester or sheer material doesn't hold on to the color as well. Hope this helps!

[@gcebilemackenzie5455]

Love it. Can I dye any type of material ?

[@TheDesignNetwork]

Hi, Gcebile Mackenzie! Annie's website says that linens, cottons, cotton voile and synthetic curtains all work well with this dip dye technique. You can learn more at: www.anniesloan.com/techniques/dip-dyeing-fabric-with-chalk-paint. Thanks for watching The Design Network!

[@KiwiJane1]

natural fibers are best as synthetics will resist the dye

[@toobaasif6623]

Are they chalk paint????

[@ambientbeauty604]

warm, cool, cold or hot water?

[@TheDesignNetwork]

Hi there, Ambient Beauty! The water should be tepid. For step-by-step instructions for dip dyeing fabrics, check out this page: www.anniesloan.com/techniques/dip-dyeing-fabric-with-chalk-paint.

[@EstephaniaLeBaron-Rios]

I don’t like my countertops. They are tile. Can tile be pained?!?

[@TheDesignNetwork]

Hi Estephania! We're not sure whether you can use Annie's Chalk Paint on countertops, but you might want to check out the Techniques section on her site. She does show how to paint on marble, kitchen cabinets, etc. Hoping you'll find a great idea there! www.anniesloan.com/techniques

[@appadlee]

This is so pretty and so so nice but to be honest the Blond girl and her acting too much is not natural... so you just can make a video of the project presenting the fabric, colours, style etc without an actress...

[@BeirtMhac]

ADLEE totally agree I almost didnt watch The blonde is too much (thank goodness for mute) Annie you're the best!

[@KiwiJane1]

yep, Annie should have just showed how to dye and stencil and piece of linen (by herself), but I was able to mostly look past the unnecessary stuff and still learn and be inspired (kinda what life is like anyway)

[@Gardeninggal253]

ADLEE thank you for saying that, I too thought it was very cheesy acting...just stick with the tutorial which was great 👍

[@stellabandante2727]

you're just jealous because she is a stunning beauty. seemed like an ordinary person of her age to me, and the design did really suit her.

[@CraigsOverijse]

The actual technique not an advert for her paint starts at 3.29:

[@violetanndoherty6872]

No point asking questions there never answered .plus not everyone has a dryer

[@TheDesignNetwork]

Hi Violetann. Sorry if we missed a question from you! The best place to get information on Annie's tips and techniques is on her website. You can find them here: www.anniesloan.com/techniques. Hope this is helpful!

[@adventurebabyboomer7318]

What's gonna happen when u wash that?............

[@lindakazsals8858]

Too much drama on the video.

[@TSD0416]

The idea is awesome. The paint is fantastic. The acting sucks.

[@xyzxyz-hi8lp]

1/3 of the video is crap you have to watch before they get to the topic 🥴🤷🏽