Apple crate

I bought this craft style apple box a while back to use on my kitchen island. 

Even though it's cute with it's rustic look, it's not what I really wanted.  That didn't stop me from bringing it home though. I knew I would have exactly what I wanted with just a little paint.

Of course I used my DIY Chalky paint for primer first.

The paint colour I chose for this was Benjamin Moore's  "Lovely in Linen".  It's so soft and pretty. Just a hint of colour.

Once it dried I used a sanding sponge to distress the letters very lightly.

I love how it looks now. It's the exact look I wanted for this piece.