RedPosie, a local and delightful shop. I happened to stumble upon this quaint shop on Facebook. I stopped in and visited with Mike and Laura and gladly agreed to share one of St. Charles best kept secrets with all of you. Let’s meet the owners, Mike and Laura. Laura has graciously done some Q&A for us.
I’m a friend to the earth, and all of it’s beauty and am trying hard to be a good steward by working through RedPosie to re-purpose the things that could end up in the landfill. Keeping the earth beautiful and unpolluted by doing small bits i.e.… florescent bulbs, turning off electronics, recycling, composting, and reusing. (I drive my family crazy)! I live with my husband Mike who is the IT in the house and now my unpaid webmaster. I’m the mother of three daughters who are all grown and out of the house on their own.
When did the RedPosie open?
Jan 4, 2013. RedPosie started right from my own front porch about 2 years ago. From the porch RedPosie took a small room in a vintage Co-Op in St. Charles, Missouri and on Jan 4th this year moved to the current location in St. Charles, MO.
What inspired you to open the store?
I wish I could give you a glamorous reason why I started RedPosie, but truth be told, I was like many others who found themselves without a job with the downturn in the economy. While I had many months of job searching, I also had a lot of time to keep up with my hobby of re-purposing furniture and decorating and redecorating and re-redecorating the house. After receiving many compliments on my work and even selling a few pieces of furniture off my front porch, it was like a light suddenly turned on and I thought, “This is what makes me happy. This should be my job!”
How do you choose items for your store?
By following one simple rule, “Will it look good in my home?”
Tell us a little bit about the paint products you sell and why you chose them?
RedPosie stocks two lines of paints, Miss Mustard Seed Milk Paint & Maison Blanche Chalk Paint.
The Miss Mustard Seed Milk Paint was my first choice. I chose it because I wanted a paint that would be suited for anyone who wants to create a natural-aged, chippy, and distressed appearance. It comes in a variety of amazing colors and the best part of offering MMSM paint to my customers is that there are no harsh chemicals in this paint. It comes in powder form that only needs to be mixed with water, is all natural (NO VOC’s), and is safe to paint on virtually everything in your house.
RedPosie also decided to stock Maison Blanche paint, a chalk based paint that is the perfect paint for newbies as well as veteran DIY(ers). You don’t have to strip, prime, sand or do all those time consuming prep steps to your furniture before painting it. Just pop the lid and start painting. Like MMSM paint, the Maison Blanche paint is also made from natural ingredients and has no harmful additives.
Tell us a little bit more about your Thursday night paint class.
This free of charge class is offered every Thursday at 5pm with room for up to 6 students. All we ask is that you bring your own small item to paint and we will take care of the rest. People who attend the class really learn the basics of using milk paint; mixing the milk paint powder with water for correct thickness before applying and using waxes and hemp oil to create different looks. Milk Paint is not for everyone, but by attending the class you get the opportunity to try it before buying it. The unexpected benefit from the RedPosie milk paint class people get is a time to relax, make new friends and find a new way though milk paint to “creating life beautiful with everyday things”. If you are interested in signing up for the class, there is a sign-up page on RedPosie.
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Kirstin says
I would paint my daughter’s dresser.
Jessica B says
I have two night stands I would love to try this on!
Margot C says
I would paint this wonderful funky (but not quite distressed enough yet) sewing table that i have in the garage because I haven’t made it wonderful enough yet to have in the house.
christina says
I would paint a sideboard that has been in my garage for over a year because I can’t decide on what paint to use!
Jill @ Create.Craft.Love. says
I would go junkin’ and find something fabulous!
Randi - Dukes and Duchesses says
I have two tables sitting in my garage just waiting to be transformed.
Meagan B. says
I have so many projects in mind but I think I would dedicate this lovely paint to a new window table that I plan to build this summer!
Jessica Hill says
I have a bunch of sunroom pieces that need a coat of paint!
kathy says
I have two wonderful white chairs that are dying for a makeover.
Joan Westhoff says
I would love to try maison blanche. I have a dresser that needs painting!
Amanda Armstrong says
I would love to win this paint to fix up something schnazzy for my kids’ rooms 🙂
Jane Cadwallader says
I haven’t tried these 2 paint lines yet!!!!
Jennifer Ciniello says
I have a nice little bookcase that needs finishing!
Trish says
I have an old desk and buffet that I would love to use this paint on!
Kim Banta says
I have a dark brown stain darling foot stool that I have had for years. It needs perking up! Love both of these paints! Thanks so for the giveaway!
Marcie says
I would paint furniture for our new home!
Tracey says
I would paint some the many pieces of rejected, sad and mistreated pieces of furniture and decor that I have rescued and lie waiting in my garage for me to set them free with a gorgeous new identity and style all ready for their new homes xx
Melissa Meader says
I would paint a dresser I have waiting for some tlc.
Angie Welbern says
I would paint this old desk I bought at a flea market.
Sandi Allen says
I have a garage full of tables chairs dressers etc… To paint
Laurel H says
I have a mid-century modern end table, the kind with 2 levels, that I want to refinish.
Cindy Shaffer says
I have this cute round side table I just bought at a garage sale that could really use some paint!
Llaaurie S says
I really need some quality paint!! Waiting to repaint my hutch and love this paint-
Crystal Smith says
I have a whole list of things I plan to paint! from my kitchen cupboards to my sewing machine table!
Crystal Smith says
I have a whole list of things I plan to paint, from my kitchen cupboards to my sewing machine table!
Nichole says
I have two small tables I want to redo
Leslie Galloway says
I’d paint our tv stand.. it needs a new look!
CJ Pillow says
I want to learn how to use these paints and then go loco with several pieces of my furniture.
Andrea D. says
I’d paint my dining room table, chairs and china cabinet. They are oak, and were never my favorites. I’d love to give them a facelift. Thanks for the chance.
Julie G. says
I have an old table that I’ve been wondering what to do with. This would be perfect!
Kesha says
I have a dresser I would love to paint
ellen casper says
My coffee table
Peggy says
Wow so many projects where do I start!
Claire @ A Little Claireification says
I would paint my son’s dresser – it’s in DIRE need of a fabulous chippy makeover! 🙂 So nice to learn about RedPosie, thanks!
Kim Herman says
I would love to try this on furniture in my guest room!
Alysia H says
If there’s enough; I’ve really been wanting to paint my daughter’s old hand-me-down dresser.
Pam says
I have wanted to use milk paint on an old hutch (not vintage – just outdated!) for some time now. I would paint my hutch with the milk paint. Thanks for the chance to win. 🙂
Maegan Morin says
I would use it to paint my book shelf!
Maureen says
I would paint several items in my soon to be craft room, including a secretary desk, some bookshelves and a desk! Thank you for the chance to enter and win this wonderful paint and for the letting us know about this lovely shop!
Lin says
I’d paint a funky 70’s nightstand. Good bones, ugly finish. Ty for the giveaway.
Aurora says
I’ve got sheds full of furniture…all waiting for makeovers! I sell my up cycled furniture in a small booth space in Buckley Wa. Would be awesome to win this as I am a fan of both products.
Nancy H says
I have an old dresser I would love to paint.
Tracey K says
I would paint my bedroom dressers!
Eligonma says
I would paint my sideboard!
Carol in E TN says
I have 3 dressers that need paint and would love to try this. Thanks for the giveaway.
Nikki Tsoukanelis says
My grandmother left me an amazing bureau that is in need of some updating. I would love to paint it with milk paint!
Ashley says
What don’t I need to paint? I have baby furniture to paint, not to mention all the stuff in my garage : ) I don’t even think my husband has seen it all!
Jamie says
I would paint an old dresser I’ve had for awhile that I picked up at an auction for a steal. Thanks for the chance to win!
Joann says
Our Pub table & chairs first, then I would use every last drop on frames, footstools, anything that needs a little pick-me-up! I would love to dip my paint brush in a can of this paint, it would make my brush sing a little tune or two… Thanks for the “Chance.”
Joann
Nettie Crain says
I would paint some of the furniture in my guest bedroom! It is just plain, WHITE, and very boring. Love these new soft paints, the colors are so exciting.
Thanks so much for allowing me to put my name in the hat.
Kerri R says
Love Redposie! I would paint my buffet and some old vases!
Rachel says
I would use the paint on a dresser I have waiting to be refinished!!
kelly thompson says
i would paint the bathroom, only do it better this time
Gina G says
I would love to paint a dresser for my daughter’s room
Tanya says
Thank you so much for a great giveaway Kelly! Red Posie looks like a wonderful shop 🙂 I think I would probably repaint an hutch that needs an update if I won!
xo, Tanya
Brenda says
I’ve never used this paint, but it sounds like the best paint to use. So I would paint an old chair i have
Rachel @ Architecture of a Mom says
I have a magazine table that i would love to paint!!
Vanessa Barker says
I’m in the middle of a master bedroom makeover. I’m CERTAIN I could find something to paint!
Rhonda says
I have a small chest of drawers that I want to look shabby chic and I would paint that.
carolyn ~ homework says
I have lots of small pieces that are dying to be painted. A small round table. A gold side table. Ice Cream Parlor chairs… I wouldn’t know where to start.
Karen says
Great Giveaway! My granddaughter has a large bookcase in her room that needs painting.
Meg Hobbs says
I have some seen-better-days barstools that I’d love to paint in 4 different milky colors….orange, teal, mustard and still debating on the fourth…maybe robins egg?….suggestion?
Gina says
I would start with an old hutch that I turned into my prop cabinet. Then my daughter’s dresser needs some attention.
Amy Anderson says
I’ve been wanting to refurbish a desk for awhile!
keri @ shaken together says
I have an old gossip bench just begging for a makeover!
Kimberly @ A Night Owl says
I have a couple pieces of furniture sitting in the garage just WAITING to be painted! This fab prize would be perfect!
Nancy Y says
I would paint my antique sheet music cabinet! Thank you so much for the chance!!!
Christy says
I have a dresser that I want to paint and turn into a tv stand for my living room.
Olivia says
I would paint a dresser and a bed a recently got or maybe even a chair. Have several projects going on and would love to try some different colors in those paints that i dont have yet.
Ashley says
I would paint some furniture that my hubby is in the process of building!
Lauren D. says
I have never tried this but it sounds amazing! I’m painting my kitchen cabinets right, quite an undertaking considering it’s so small. Buffet and chairs are next.
Sue says
I have this little half table that needs a redo and also a bedside table too. This prize would be just the answer to my prayers. Thanks.
Trina says
I am just starting to paint my first piece with Maison Blanche, I am so excited. I hope it turns out. I am a little nervous.
Shawn B! says
Would love to paint my niece’s bed with this!
Lisa C. says
I have a couple side tables that need some love…
Lisa O says
I’ve been wanting to try this paint but, was hesitant for the cost. I would love to paint an old dresser my Mom has given me. (it’s been in the family for years…)
Melissa Foust says
Probably some sort of refinished wood chair
Peggy Elwood says
I will most likely paint furniture with it, but it really could be most anything. I’m always trying both paints on something new!
Theri Repke says
I’m scheduled for their free class and can’t wait to see how I can make some furniture as cute as theirs. Would love to win some free paint to play around with.
Beth says
I would love to use this prize to paint a vintage nightstand for my daughters new big girl room
Anna says
I have a “dumb waiter” table that I bought from Savers for the express purpose of experimenting with painting furniture. Would love to try these paints!
Diane | An Extraordinary Day says
I’d love to use the paint for a small chest, a coffee table, an end table, and maybe some chairs….for starters!!
Thanks for offering this terrific giveaway!
Melanie says
A piece of furniture for my daughter
Stacy Alfano says
I would love to repaint an armoire for my daughters new room!
Brenda Kaatman says
I would paint an old 2 round shelf stand that I put my succulents on! And my grandmother’s nitestand.