Ok, it’s not really a party! But it got your attention 
This weekend was spent spray painting a pair of lamps and a bunch of accessories for the design studio.
I think I spray painted everything but the kids and the dog So, I will apologize now for any typos or mistakes in this post, since I might still be a bit high from all the spray paint Just kidding; I did wear a mask. I am now regretting not wearing gloves, however
Here’s a snap shot of what I worked on
It all started with this pair of lamps that I have had for a long time. I bought them for a project I was working on about three years ago, but never ended up using them at all. They have since been sitting in the storage closet of my design studio. I like the scrolls and the details of the lamps, but I didn’t really like the dark finish, nor the shades that they came with.
I needed some lamps for the design studio, but they had to be lighter and a bit more feminine. Giving the lamps a light coverage of white semigloss spray paint, allowing the existing crackle finish to peek through a bit, seemed like the perfect solution. Why buy new ones when I can use ones I already own?
Here is the “BEFORE” shot of the lamps
The lamps before
Here are the lamps after spray paint. I like them so much better now. What do you think?
I took it a step further and added a tiny metallic paint detail to the base of the lamps.
It’s a very subtle detail, but it adds a custom touch to the lamps. I will share pictures of the lamps in place with the new shades very soon.
Here are some of the other items I worked on……
These are some ceramic fruits I have had for a very long time in my kitchen at my old house. This was when my taste was a bit more on the traditional side. I decided to spray paint them and use them in the dining room vignette of the design studio. The spray paint didn’t come out that great on the ceramic fruits, but they are still useable 
I also spray painted a couple of clay flower pots that will house some beautiful succulents.
I also added the metallic silver detail to the flower pots. These are going to look great with the color of the succulents.
Also a couple of candle holders and a garden sculpture.
As you can see, I was pretty busy.
These items will be strategically placed in little vignettes all around the studio. I can’t wait to share pictures with you
The moral of today’s story: Repurpose, reuse, recycle! Look around your home for items you no longer get excited about. It’s quite possible that you may still like the shape and size, and it is the color or finish that you are no longer crazy about. You can use them in the same way you always have, or find a different purpose.
Spray painting is pretty simple but here are some tips:
- Use a high quality spray paint with primer, easy coverage, and dries quickly
- Wear a mask and gloves
- Do it outdoors and make sure it is not windy out
- Prepare the surface of the item to be spray painted by lightly sanding and dusting
- Using back and forth movement, apply several thin coats instead of trying to fully cover in one application
- Allow the paint to dry in between coats
Like I always say, “spray paint is your best friend”, so have fun spray painting!
Be Inspired!
Veronica Solomon, Casa Vilora Interiors
VeronicaSolomon.com
Wow – awesome job! The lamps & everything else came out awesome. You must be so happy with them!
I love how fresh and clean everything looks in the after photos. It is like a fresh coat of white snow to make everything look bright.
These came out gorgeous. It’s amazing how a little spray paint can breathe life into older items.
I wish I had the vision for that kind of stuff. I never would have seen what those could be. Awesome job!
I love spray painting stuff like that. Makes it look so cool. I love doing a teal spray paint but you work looks lovely. I bet it was a lot of fun almost like a party
Wow…that’s a lot of painting! I often look to your blog for inspiration and now I’m inspired to upcycle something too!
You did a great job with it all! I like doing fun projects like these, it’s my creative side… Kudos!
Great job! everything you did looks alt better now,I much prefer brighter things so these really stand out to me.
Everything turned out beautifully! I love that you were able to repurpose everything so many different things and make them all seem brand new and completely different.
You are so creative Veronica! I love how you transformed those items…I can’t wait to see your studio!
Another way to express your creativity and great eye. You have the vision and the know how skill to implement. Love the before and after shots.
The next time you have a spray painting party I want an invitation! I love using spray paint – it is such a quick and affordable way to change the look of items!
I really like what you did with the upcycling here! It looks great!
Painting sure brings out the shine and turns old into new again – and it really is an inexpensive way to spruce up just about anything!
You did it fantastic. out of spray paint your old items looks like a brand new purchase. you’re so creative. Well done Veronica.
So much fun! It’s amazing how doing something as simple as just spray painting something can give it a whole new look and feel. Love your ideas!
What a fun project and everything turned out great.
I tried spray painting before and i only ended up with a really bad headache. Will definitely put a mask next time lol I love how you were able to give these items a brand new look with just a bit of spray paint!
I love upcycling and love to see other peoples upcycling ideas! These came out great!
The ornate black lamp stands really got a nice face-lift to a French Rococo feel. Very nice.
That’s so right. They worked great!
Awesome JOB !! Love your style girl. =) keep rocking it!
Looks like the pieces came out amazing, can’t wait to see them placed.
I love how you can turn an ugly item into something so pretty with something so simple as spray paint. You did a great job on all your projects!
What awesome work! Thank you for sharing your spectacular ideas.
This is a fantastic idea! They look completely brand new, you would never have known how they were before. I love the repurpose, recycle and reuse concept!
Look at you being so busy w/the spray paint!
I like white too, it makes everything look clean and crisp.
They look so crisp and clean now!
Fantastic! I LOVE spray painting things! I’m SO sensitive to the fumes, though…so I paint and run inside…paint and run inside LOL
Yes those fumes will get ya!
This looks like a ton of fun and you have done a fabulous job again! Nice work and thank you for the update!!!
Thank you Shari
It’s really so cool when you do things yourself – makes you feel confident and proud with the work you made – especially with painting.
Oh those candle sticks look fantastic! I love how easy Spray painting makes altering home decor Items. I often want to paint a lot of our picture frames for the same purpose. I just haven’t gotten around to it yet.
You seem to be always busy.
The panted artifacts are looking great !
What a wonderful idea! Now I just need the weather to cooperate so I can stand to be outside for more than 10 minutes.
Fortunately we had wonderful weather on Saturday.
I love to spray paint. I like that it is easy and quick to finish. Those lamps turned out great and looks so new.
Thanks Babs. I love the way the turned out!
I love those lamps! I have spray-painted furniture a lot, and I always like the way it turns old pieces into something completely different.
That’s great Pam. Such an easy way to update a piece of furniture
What a neat idea – I love the difference between them, I can imagine getting friends round and spray painting together now lol x
Even better Sarah!
I should really take this advice and spray paint some of my older things more often. It really is a great way to freshen things up without spending a boat load of money. Thanks for the motivation. Your stuff looks great and I love the way the lamps came out.
We actually wanted to do some project like this, but it went from 80 to 20…Hopefully, next weekend.
I love your ideas. I too, enjoy recreating items through spray paint!
Thanks for all your great comments!
wow! What an amazing difference the spay paint made! I would never think to do something like that but the white really made everything so much brighter! Great work!
The after painting was so adorable.. Hope i could have the time to repaint some of my stuff
Oh beautiful! I wish I could be creative like this! I have stuff in my house that really needs to be painted!
I cant wait for nice weather so I can start on projects. I love your end result!
It is nice weather to be spray painting outside! What a great idea and it came out great too
Wish I’d been invited, lol! I love using spray paint to repurpose old items! Great job!
Beautiful job and i love the touch of steel you added. It gave the lamps a special sheen…
The bases look wonderful now that they look so nice and clean and white! Very pretty!
I love spray painting items to make them look new and match my current decor. I’ve done many items. Another good thing is to combine spray paint and contact paper or wall paper for a more customized look on things with flat surfaces.
Looks like a lot of work but you did an awesome job!
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