To Paint or Not to Paint...

I do this all the time - once I get my paint brush out, there is NO stopping me and I find myself painting just about everything in sight.. well maybe not everything, but darn near close!  ;-)

Yesterday, I repainted ALL of the mirrors in our stairwell, WHITE, for a more cottagy look and I rehung them in different places. I'll share those soon. Now my attention is directed to our courtyard - where many of my thrifted treasures are right at home....

My question for you is - should I paint this rusty old table and chair set, and if so, what color? Red? White? Blue?

I promise NOT to paint Maggie - although she has been known to walk around with a little bit of paint in her hair when Mommy is in one of her painting moods!  ;-)

AND, speaking of red, white, and blue - may we remember ALL those who have served and who are currently serving our beautiful country so bravely and selflessly this Memorial Day (and every day).

Thank you, thank you, THANK YOU.

Comments

[all things bright and beautiful]

I think red like that fabulous red wrought iron chair:-)

[Rachel Going]

HHhhmmm, I would go with red,I think. Happy Memorial day to you to sweet Kim. xorachel

[Nancy]

I painted a similar set an antique red, and it looks very nice.

[Sher]

After seeing that ladderback chair, I vote: RED! ;-)

[Kelly]

I would think a lovely bright blue. Red is my favorite color, but I think the blue will set off the other red items you have. Plus, putting red geraniums on top of the table if it were blue would be beautiful. Let us know what you decide!! :)

[Kimberly C.]

I vote red, as well. I bet it'll look very festive.

[Wendy]

Hmm... I think blue!

[Angela (Cottage Magpie)]

I probably wouldn't paint because I love the rusty, chippy look. But if you're going to paint, I'd probably choose white. Although I thought the person who suggested blue to contrast with your red items had a good idea. Sorry--that's not really helpful, is it? Heh. Anything you do will look cute, I'm sure! Can't wait to see how it turns out!
~Angela :-)

[Rhoda]

Hey, girlfriend! I'm so behind, but had to come by and catch up with one of my favorite friends. Love this little set, too cute! I'm thinking that an aqua blue sure would be pretty out there next to your yellow house. You've got red accents too, so really any of those colors would work. I know you'll make it perfect.

Oh, I was so happy to see pics of Shannon (she even posed for you!)LOL. What a cute couple they make. Glad ya'll had a great b'day celebration.

Hugs to Maggie AND you!
Rhoda

[Monkey Giggles]

Your courtyard is so pretty. Your new table looks like it it fits right in. I would leave the table rustic. I painted mine and regret it. Now I need to paint it every year. Keep us posted.

[Jo]

I love the set as it is, but it would look great painted too. My vote would be for blue. If it were me, I'd probably think about painting it, but never make a final decision ;-)

[Karla]

I'm partial to red. The one red chair you showed us kinds just pops out! I love it!

[Jill]

White! Then add bright red and aqua cushions on the chairs. For a minute there I thought you were asking about whether to paint the fence - I'm glad it's the table and chairs you meant. The fence is just perfect as it is!

[Karen]

Oh, I think I'd paint it red. Your yard is just the style I like - all those vintagey accents. Love it - want to see more!

[PamperingBeki]

Either red or aqua. :) I'm completely in love with aqua right now and can't wait to paint my brown porch swing with it.

[Dena]

Hi Kim,

My first thought is red because it's my favorite and I think that's what I would do...but that pretty pale aqua blue would look very lovely too...can't wait to see what you decide :)

Hugs,
Dena

[Vanessa Greenway]

Hello! I think the rusty adds a lot of caracter to this table. I also have something similar to yours and after thinking of what color to paint it I've just decided to leave the way it is. I made myself some cushions for the chairs and a tablecloth. You're welcome to check it out on my blog! Have a good day! Vanessa

[Brenda Kula]

Red or blue, or white for that matter would be lovely. Tina over at Cherry Hill Cottage (Texas neighbor in a town nearby) has some red wrought iron ones that are just too cute!
Brenda

[Beverly]

I think I'll vote for red. Red would look perfect for all seasons and holidays.

[jenny b harris]

I love your outdoor spaces! I've always wanted to repaint my garden furniture in a French blue... think Provence in summer. A friend has hers that way, and it looks amazing. Blue would go wonderfully with all your favorite accent colors, like in pillows or a quilt tossed onto it. Since it is a receding color, anything would pop put against it. Right now my tables and chairs are white, which is nice but I'm ready for a bit more personality. Can't wait to see what you settle on, I'm sure it will be fabulous!

[suzy]

A fresh coat of paint would really brighten that set up. And you've probably got it painted already! xo, suzy

[Nikki Brey]

I think you should paint the table red with white chairs. Maybe even put a little white on the detailing around the table and if you want to add red to the back of the chairs that would look really great. It would be a custom paint job! Although I don't know if you want to do that much work, but it would pay off. Happy painting!

[Miss Jean]

I have a table set similar to yours. What treasures! I had mine powder coated in white. It's a special process they use (ask hubby if you don't know) that makes it forever rust free. I had mine re-done in white. That way whatever I recover the chairs with will match. That's what I would do if I were you.

Thanks so much for your beautiful sentiments. As a military Mom I appreciate it so much.

[Vicki K]

What about a lighter blue - like robin's egg blue? Then you could still add color with accessories/table cloths in red or white or pink or green. It's sort of a Cath Kidston color palette that way.

I love Miss Maggie the color she is.

[Catherine]

I love the color you painted the bench. I have an old bench just like that and was thinking of throwing it out until I saw yours painted. That soft color would be beautiful, but red would be fantastic too. That shot of red among all the green foliage would really pop!
Hugs,
Cathie