Magpie in Downtown Willow Glen presents a Chalk Paint Basic Workshop taught by Michelle. Cost is $125 per person, all supplies included. To sign-up, please phone Magpie at 408-289-9004.

Magpie is an area exclusive supplier of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint as well as soft waxes and floor lacquer. With Chalk Paint, Annie Sloan has created a brilliant quality decorative paint product that's a breeze to work with. There's no need for stripping, sanding, priming, or removal of old wax, paint or varnish. This water-based, eco-friendly paint is highly concentrated to produce extensive covering power and it will give furniture, walls, and projects a perfect finish that looks and feels just like aged paint and will hold up for many years.

In this class you will learn the techniques of two-color distress, crackle, and limed wash using Chalk Paint. You'll also learn application of clear and dark wax and some helpful tips for giving your home project just the right touch!