Let’s chat about September’s MMSMP Color of the Month. It’s our beloved black, Typewriter! 

 
 

Typewriter is a soft black with a time-worn feel. Like the frequently used keys on an antique typewriter, this color is stately enough to adorn the most classically shaped pieces yet humble enough to give the appearance of a well-loved antique. You can add Typewriter to any MilkPaint™ color to change the shade.

 
 

Typewriter is available in our new 100% natural, eco-friendly formula.

 
 

So how do you finish your painted pieces? Typewriter changes colors from raw (no finish) to applying finishes. To see how our black changes with each finish, take a peek at this photo:

 
 

Our favorite way to finish Typewriter pieces is with MilkOil™ Indoor/Hemp Seed Oil. As shown in the photo above, it intensifies the color and highlights the beauty of our soft black.  

Now let’s look at a few pieces painted in Typewriter!

Antiqued Pieces

We love seeing Typewriter pieces that have a time-worn feel. You can see this look on this armoire painted by Redhead Refinishings, bench by Lavender Nest Vintage, and dresser by Midwest Cottage & Finds.

If you love the look of antiques, it is easy to create an antiqued look with MilkPaint™. This dresser, by Q is for Quandie, highlights the ability to make a Typewriter-painted piece look tine-worn. 

 
 

An easy way to achieve an antique look is by distressing your piece and adding original or antique hardware. This piece by Perfectly Imperfect is another beautiful example. This piece was wet-sanded with MilkOil™ Indoor/Hemp Seed Oil to give it a smooth, antiqued look.   

 
 

Typewriter + Wood Tones

What’s our favorite pairing when it comes to Typewriter? Wood tones! We love how A Moment in Time Designs and Effervescence used wood tones in addition to Typewriter on this trunk and set of nightstands. 

 
 

Black on Black on Black

We can never get enough of Typewriter, so we were thrilled to see this bedroom set-up using our soft black! Vintage 61 Storehouse created this timeless look by painting the entire bedroom set in Typewriter and decorating it with black and white elements. It is timeless!

 
 

Seasonal Decor

*Psst* It’s almost Halloween! Check out this Typewriter cabinet decked out with Halloween decor from Grungy Galz. Think of all the Halloween decor you can transform with our soft black. Get inspired to decorate your Typewriter pieces this spooky season! 

 
 

Want ideas for decorating in the fall with Typewriter? Check out our Fall Decorating Inspiration post!

 
 

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Are you getting ideas for your project now? We sure hope so!

Make sure you share your Typewriter creations (and ANY MMS MilkPaint™ projects) with us on social media. 

You can purchase Typewriter (and all MMSMP products) from your local retailer. Find one near you here. Don’t have a retailer in your neighborhood? Many of them sell online! 

Have fun moving mountains in your home with Typewriter!

 
 
Miss Mustard Seed's Milk Paint Team

Miss Mustard Seed’s® Milk Paint is a story about a love of milk paint that is growing with each bag sold, each workshop taught, each piece of furniture that is transformed. It is a story that starts with natural ingredients, when it's mixed with water and the color of the pigments come to life, it becomes our very favorite paint in the world. We hope it becomes your favorite too.

Join us as we Move Mountains with Milk Paint™!

- The Miss Mustard Seed's® Milk Paint Team

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