MMS Milk Painted Furniture - Color Inspiration

Get Your Creative Juices Flowing By Trying A New Color

Feeling bored?

Let’s spice it up!

 
sunkissed milk paint, lemons, pink book
 

Ever find yourself feeling bored and uninspired? Today we’re going to talk about one simple way to spice things up and get those creative juices flowing again!

Whether you are casually painting decor for your home or flipping furniture for a profit, it’s likely that painting brings you joy! It’s also likely that somewhere along your furniture painting journey, you’ll find yourself unmotivated. When I find myself there, I try a couple of different things, and today we’re going to highlight a super simple option that will have you feeling eager to pick up a paintbrush!

Ready for it?

TRY A NEW COLOR!

 
kathy young the upstream home miss mustard seeds milk paint
 

That’s it!! Super simple! Super doable!

If you’re like me, you may have a solid selection of colors you go to time and time again because you just love them! I tend to stick to blues, greens, and neutral colors. The thing about trying a new color is that you could still pick something that’s comfortable to you - maybe a new shade of a color family you love- or you could go wild and choose something you’ve never chosen before!

 
curio and typewriter miss mustard seeds milk paint
 

For those of us who are visual processors, here are just a few of the colors currently available in the MMSMP paint line! Currently, there are 21 colors (with more to come soon!) so if you’re looking for something particular, head over to the color tab here on the website, and be sure to check out the other options!

Color Inspiration Video

 
 

Ironstone

A classic choice! Inspired by the earthenware, Ironstone is a true white. If you are a furniture flipper and are finding that furniture isn’t moving quickly and you’re feeling discouraged, try painting with Ironstone to get sales going! A tried and true choice, you simply can’t go wrong with this one!

Curio

I don’t love the color brown. I mean, I paint furniture for a living to cover up brown! But, THIS BROWN? It’s rich, deep, earthy, and free of red and orange tones. And it makes for an amazing stain. You can see on both this desktop and tabletop that when used as a stain, Curio offers amazing coverage and is a beautiful tone. How amazing that you can use a natural product instead of a chemical-based product to accomplish this look?! Head over to this blog post for all the details on how to use Curio as a stain!

Ink Blue

My favorite! This was used on the base of the desk above and also on this buffet. A deep, stormy blue, Ink Blue can take on a classic look when paired with Boxwood. Interested in a more dramatic take? Try pairing it with our next color, Mustard Seed Yellow!

Mustard Seed Yellow

If you love all things fall, this yellow is for you! A deep, earthy yellow, Mustard Seed Yellow will have you dreaming of Autumn in mid-July!

 
telephone table in mustard seed yellow milk paint
 

Sunkissed

A whole other take on yellow, Sunkissed is bright and cheery! I love to pair this yellow with pops of neon pink or bright turquoise. This happy yellow will be a welcomed addition whether used on a small decor item or a large statement piece!

Teal Ocean

This blue will transform any space in the best of ways! Tropical and cheerful, this blue is sure to leave you feeling inspired! Looking to replicate this two-tone look? Pair Teal Ocean with Ironstone!

Tricycle

Remember that little three-wheeler you had as a child? That’s the same red you’ll find here! A true red, Tricycle can’t help but call attention to itself! Looking to shake things up with a dramatic choice? Choose tricycle!

 
plant stand in tricycle milk paint, the upstream home
 

Typewriter

Iconic. Typewriter is not your average flat, black paint. It is full of dimension, character, and color. It can be spotted a mile away and is easily identifiable. If you’re looking for a color that is strong yet easy on the eyes, look no further!


This is just a quick glance at some of the MMSMP colors available. There are many more choices on the website!

Head on over, choose a new (to you!) color or two, and pick that paintbrush back up! If you’re really not sure what colors to choose, ask a family member or friend to pick them for you! (One time, I did this, and it was really fun to see what they chose!) Then, once your paint arrives, be sure to take a picture and tag us on social media so we can share your creation and inspire others to try something new, too! After all, creativity breeds creativity!

Can’t wait to see which colors you choose!  Happy painting!

 
eastlake washstand, kathy young, the upstream home, milk painted furniture color inspiration
 
Kathy Young | The Upstream Home

It was 2010 when I was home with a snuggly newborn and found myself skimming through blogs during nap times. (Anyone else?!) I came across Miss Mustard Seed's blog and fell in love with the earthy tones and chippy farmhouse look of milk paint. Our home is one where feet are welcome on the coffee table, blankets are bountiful, and comfort is the number one factor when shopping for a couch. Antique furniture that speaks to days gone by is admired here! 

Fast forward five years. My hubby and I were looking to save for a big anniversary trip and I started painting and selling furniture to save money in hopes of making it to a beach far, far away from our home in Colorado. What began as a small hobby has grown into The Upstream Home, a company that offers nationwide shipping on painted furniture and one-of-a-kind home decor. I've gone from admiring Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint from afar to painting with it anytime I get the chance! I love how it chips unpredictably, bringing character and dimension to each piece of furniture it touches. I'm excited to share custom-painted furniture pieces from The Upstream Home with you and hope you are inspired to decorate your home with this incredible line of paint! 

https://www.theupstreamhome.com/gallery
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