I've been doing a number of small paint projects at home, using Annie Sloan Chalk Paint®. According to the website, it is very easy to work with and rarely requires any
prep, such as sanding or priming. It can be used on just about any surface - from wood to metal, and matt
plastic to terracotta. ![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxTN1kMmodFQirp7t53h4fLdQ3ZxAxXuOzLv3qJFcII5jZ1mePSbWG-7CH6L8t_ju3dMjxl1x2Pta2X08PinlQhIqIdCY51ZvG1pCtDq0KN1FjQDhZp1TkJ5VmfFiEHmPCX4cdS-oyOyqd/s1600/Annie+Sloan+Wooden+Balls+PC039946+068.jpg)
I bought a small can each of red, blue and yellow, with a can of white too, and have been putting the many surface options to the test. These vintage wooden bowling balls were a good place to start. I painted, mixed, thinned, washed and layered as the mood took me and I am so happy with the cheerful result. ![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxTN1kMmodFQirp7t53h4fLdQ3ZxAxXuOzLv3qJFcII5jZ1mePSbWG-7CH6L8t_ju3dMjxl1x2Pta2X08PinlQhIqIdCY51ZvG1pCtDq0KN1FjQDhZp1TkJ5VmfFiEHmPCX4cdS-oyOyqd/s1600/Annie+Sloan+Wooden+Balls+PC039946+068.jpg)
Annie Sloan is UK based, but is now being manufactured here in South Africa too. The Annie Sloan South Africa website has a list of local stockists ![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMTNs1RHmJoUr7Xv_nais_GGu0Cv2i6doIP4_7t_1YbDbOsixTDmPloXQRH9EYCbcZNvxWES5immQOqMYH24qt6-qGvnp8BU2QjAXftKQsPivS3Fs5uYWwnYA7by__jm-lTxtwqM8yo9-J/s1600/Annie+sloane+PC039955+077.jpg)
It's a brand with an fascinating story - Annie the artist who created her own Chalk Paint®. Mainstream paint stores turned it down, but it's become a world-wide sensation being stocked by privately owned decor and craft shops. I bought mine locally at Loula in Hillcrest. La Maison in Durban North are stockists too. Go online for more practical info about the product. ![](https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMTNs1RHmJoUr7Xv_nais_GGu0Cv2i6doIP4_7t_1YbDbOsixTDmPloXQRH9EYCbcZNvxWES5immQOqMYH24qt6-qGvnp8BU2QjAXftKQsPivS3Fs5uYWwnYA7by__jm-lTxtwqM8yo9-J/s1600/Annie+sloane+PC039955+077.jpg)
- To catch a glimpse of the wooden bowling balls in their original state, have a look at this article
- The amazing pottery bowl is by John Wilhelm
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