On Saturday morning I found this cute little terra cotta vase for only a dollar at the Ann Arbor ReUse Center. It was a little too eighties for my taste (it was even marked 1982 on the bottom) in its original condition, but I love how it turned out after I gave it a quick make over with matte black spray paint. I think it will look great in my bathroom once I get everything finished and put back together. 
I love using spray paint to transform things that are a little bit worn or outdated. It is so easy and has such a big impact. I thought for fun I'd share a few of my pointers for getting a great spray paint finish. Most of them are common sense, but I've learned the hard way from trying to hurry the process that they are vital. Happy painting!
Spray Paint Tips & Tricks
- Before you start make sure to lay down newspaper or plastic that extends far beyond the object you are spray painting. Just a little breeze can send the paint flying and leave a little halo on the ground around your newspaper or plastic
- Make sure your surface is clean and properly prepared (you can use a deglosser on glossy surfaces) so that you can get the best adhesion
- Use a primer before spray painting bare wood
- Don't try to cover everything in one coat or you risk drips
- Several light coats holding the can about 10" away from the object gives a nice, drip free finish
- After thoroughly dried, flip the object over and spray again to make sure to get any parts that couldn't be reached right side up
- Don't touch the object until it is completely dried so you don't smudge the finish
