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Welcome to my Vintage | Tonality Etsy Store. I’m Molly ~ a lover of all things vintage, repurposed, and restyled. I am a furniture painting enthusiast and home décor crafting fanatic. I can often be found scouring thrift stores and garage sales for hidden treasures that just need a little TLC.
For me, chalk painting is not just a hobby, it's a passion. I believe that furniture should tell a story and I love to capture and create those natural and vintage textures that transform a dull and uninteresting piece into a personal home treasure.
But let's be real, it's not all serious business, I love to have fun and be creative. I'm not afraid to experiment and take chances, even if it means ending up with a piece that looks like a Jackson Pollock painting.
So whether I'm giving a new life to a piece of furniture or creating a unique home décor, I'm always striving to create something that's not just functional but also a true reflection of my personal style.
In short, I turn trash into treasure, and I do it with a smile and a laugh.
But what you might not know is that my love for chalk painting and furniture transformation led me to start Vintage Tonality, a chalk paint brush company, as a hobby that grew into a business. You see, I found the brushes currently on the market too expensive, and as someone who loves to save money and make the most out of a good bargain, I couldn't stand the thought of paying so much for something I could make affordable but still of quality. So, I decided to create my own line of brushes and share them with the world. And thus, Vintage Tonality was born, a family-run business because who says you can't make a business out of your hobby? Plus, I wanted to make sure that other fellow bargain hunters and furniture painting enthusiasts can have access to quality brushes without breaking the bank.
I love hearing from customers, so don't be a stranger and let me know if I can be of assistance.
Cheers & Happy Painting!
Molly ~ owner/designer
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Dani on Feb 3, 2024
5 out of 5 starsMade this for a Xmas present this year. Easy to follow directions and simple build.
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johnwyattmaddox on Feb 3, 2024
5 out of 5 starsPlans are easy to follow and came quickly. Looking forward to building this project!
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Angie on Apr 30, 2024
5 out of 5 starsLovely collection of tools nicely packaged, great instructions. Good pricing!
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Ann on Apr 11, 2024
5 out of 5 starsI consider these brushes to be among the most wonderful of all choices. They are worth the money.
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Jane on Mar 24, 2024
5 out of 5 starsSuper fast shipping. Also the product was awesome. Have used several brushes already. Would highly recommend the small business and product
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Analiese on Mar 22, 2024
5 out of 5 starsAbsolutely Love ❤️ Love this Set!! 😍 Extremely thought out, Lightning ⚡️ Fast Shipping, Wonderful Seller!! Above & Beyond ✨ Will definitely shop here again in the Near Future 👍 Thank You 10/10 ⭐️’s
VT responded on Mar 22, 2024
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you are enjoying your set and had such a positive experience with us. We always strive to provide quick shipping and assist our customers whenever possible. We can't wait to welcome you back for your next shopping experience. Thank you for choosing our family business on Etsy! Cheers & Happy Painting! Molly Vintage | Tonality
About VintageTonality
Vintage made simple. Express your creative side and get that traditional hand painted charm that looks absolutely gorgeous.
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Molly
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We are a family owned business with a creative passion for upcycling and a love of the old world charm you get from chalk based paint. I took this passion and created my own line of brushes. I hope you will get as much joy as we do using our brushes.
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Care instructions
Our brushes are hand-made and we have incorporated a wider ferrule to firmly hold the bristles in place. With that said, it's important to note that with every new brush it’s normal to have a few loose bristle hairs, even after prepping the bristle head. When you are ready to start using your brush and before you start painting, we highly recommend prepping the brush properly to avoid unnecessary shedding. When the brush is dry take the dull side of a knife and gently run it through the bristles in a sweeping motion. This will assist in removing the loose hairs and is something that should be done prior to painting. Once your brush has gone through its break-in period bristle loss will be nominal with proper maintenance.
How do I clean my brushes?
Our handmade cleaning and conditioning soap was created especially for our brushes. With ingredients like coconut oil, shea butter and lye, your brush will keep in top shape. Don’t expect a ton of suds, just superior cleaning and conditioning power.
Alternatively, a mild grease-cutting dish soap or hair shampoo and conditioners can work well. Over time, the use of standard dish soaps will cause the bristles to dry out and become brittle. If you rinse your brush immediately after painting, just warm water is often enough to do the job effectively. But the use of harsher solvents on your natural bristle hairs will cause unwanted breakage and shedding.
How do I keep my bristles from fanning out?
Boar hair bristles will naturally want to fan out over time. To prevent this, we recommend training your brush after every washing. It's a simple process and should resolve the bristles from fanning. After cleaning your brush, let your brush dry on a flat surface, wrap the bristle head using a cotton cloth, a household rag or a paper towel so the bristles retain their shape. This will help train any bristles that want to fan out to straighten up. Alternatively, you can apply a rubber band gently around the head of the brush or apply masking or painter tape, with the sticky side facing out, around the head of the brush.
Are the bristle hairs natural or synthetic?
Our bristles are made from pure natural boar hair. We chose boar hair because they have a natural resistance to fraying and spreads medium to thick paints (i.e. chalked base paints) smoothly and evenly over synthetic.
What are the differences between the brushes?
Our brush set are designed for all of your large and small projects. Customers have found that having a variety of brush styles and sizes together in one set to be extremely beneficial to completing their projects without delay.
• Large round 2” brush is ideal for painting large surface areas (i.e. desk, tables, dressers, etc).
• Smaller 1⅛" brushes (flat round & pointed) are perfect for small and detailed surface applications and those hard to reach areas.
• The 1⅛" pointed brush is preferred for inside corners.
• The 1⅛" flat round provides great results for stencil projects and those detailed areas.
Do boar hair bristles smell?
Our brush bristles are double-washed during production but it's not uncommon for natural hair bristles, like boar hair, to have a slight musty odor. After a couple cleaning and wash cycles any remaining odor will dissipate. You should always let your brushes throughly dry in an open area before being put away to avoid what some may refer to as the wet dog smell.
On the rare occasion, a stronger smell can be associated to the natural ingredient, Camphor (Bhimseni Kapoor), used to clean and eliminate insects and germs found in natural hair. Camphor is derived from trees/plants and has an inherit strong odor. Camphor is also commonly found in popular vaporizer brands for its healing agents. The smell will naturally dissipate over time.