Color Cards & Books

Not sure which shade is the perfect fit for your project?
Our Annie Sloan Chalk Paint™ color card features real, hand-painted color swatches – not prints! This way, you can see the original shade exactly as it looks once painted.

The color card includes all current Chalk Paint™ colors and is an essential tool for comparing, combining, and confidently selecting your favorite colors.

✨ New: With every color card, you receive a voucher worth CHF 5.– to redeem on your next paint order.

Would you like to know what Annie Sloan wall paints and satin paints (Satin Paint) look like in real life?
Our color card with hand-painted original samples shows you the authentic shades exactly as they appear when applied – not printed, but painted with real paint. This allows you to optimally compare the nuances, the level of sheen, and the effect.

The color card is a valuable tool when you want to redesign furniture, doors, or walls, and it helps you find your perfect shade.

✨ With every color card, you will receive a voucher worth CHF 2.–, which you can redeem with your next paint order. That makes discovering your favorite color twice as much fun!

The Colourist No. 2 – Annie Sloan creative magazine full of color & ideas

With The Colourist, Annie Sloan has created a unique bookazine – larger than a classic magazine, more compact than a book – and packed with creative inspiration. Across 132 pages, you can expect furniture ideas, interior features, color worlds, and DIY tutorials that will reignite your creativity.

The second issue revolves entirely around the color yellow – from sunny accents to bold, modern combinations. Discover exciting before-and-after projects, extraordinary color inspiration, and gain exclusive insights into Annie’s French farmhouse. In addition, Annie takes you on a journey from Berlin to Brazil, showing how versatile color design can be.

As a special extra, every issue includes an exclusive Annie Sloan stencil with instructions, so you can put the inspiration into action in your own DIY project immediately.

Please note: This creative magazine is only available in English.

Product details:

• Title: The Colourist | Issue 2
• Scope: 132 pages, color
• Focus: Color yellow, DIY projects, features
• Extras: Exclusive Annie Sloan stencil incl. instructions
• Language: English
• Format: Bookazine (larger than a magazine, smaller than a book)

Get inspired by The Colourist No. 2 and discover new ways to bring color and creativity into your home.

The Colourist No. 3 – everything focused on blue

The 3rd issue of The Colourist, Annie Sloan’s vibrant bookazine (larger than a magazine and slightly smaller than a book), is dedicated entirely to the fascinating world of blue tones – from cool icy colors to warm sun-drenched hues, from deep indigo to radiant sky blue. Across 132 pages, you can look forward to creative interior design ideas, exciting travel reports, and exclusive insights into colorful worlds.

Look forward to home features from the vibrant holiday home of Rachel Jackson, the individual home of Adam Calkin, and Annie’s journey through the alleyways of Morocco. Additionally: a visit with Chalk Paint™ retailer Andrea Romeo in Brooklyn, creative DIY inspirations, tips on the impact of color – and an exclusive Art Deco stencil as a gift.

A true highlight for everyone who wants to not just see color, but experience it.

Note: The magazine is only available in English.

The Colourist No. 5 – fiery, colourful & inspiring

The 5th issue of The Colourist, Annie Sloan's unique bookazine, is all about vibrant colours and creative energy. The bold Chalk Paint palette featuring Barcelona Orange, Emperor’s Silk, and Antoinette gives this issue a cheerful, fiery theme – perfect for those who love bold colour accents.

Look forward to exclusive insights into Annie’s trip to India, inspiring home tours, creative lockdown projects, portraits of strong women, a revival of chintz, as well as "30 top tips for 30 years of Chalk Paint™". Join Annie on a colourful journey from the spice markets of India to the tranquil coasts of Sweden – complemented by fascinating insights into colour theory and design.

As a special extra, this issue includes a decorative vintage-style colour chart poster – designed by Felix Sloan.

Note: The bookazine is only available in English.

The Colourist No. 7 – Going green with style and substance

In the 7th issue of The Colourist, Annie Sloan's magazine for creative home decor, everything revolves around the theme of green – featuring fresh shades like Knightsbridge Green, Schinkel Green, and Firle from the Chalk Paint and Wall Paint collection. As always, you will find 132 pages of exclusive home features, DIY instructions, painted furniture ideas, and inspiring photo essays.

This issue also offers fascinating insights into the life and work of Jean Cocteau and Jean Paul Gaultier, as well as a profile of up-and-coming designers in textiles, jewelry, and interior design. Included are: an impressionist stencil in the style of Cocteau, a look inside the “Chalk Paint® Hotel,” and living spaces by Pearl Lowe and Luke Edward Hall.

A bookazine for anyone who loves creativity, color, and design.

Note: The magazine is only available in English.

The Colourist No. 6 – Colour, Shape & Floral Inspiration

The 6th edition of The Colourist, Annie Sloan’s colourful bookazine, is a celebration for all who love bold tones and creative living. Featuring iconic Chalk Paint colours like Capri Pink, Oxford Navy, and Old White, this issue takes you on a journey through 132 carefully crafted pages filled with inspiration, style, and creativity.

Included: an exclusive floral stencil as a free gift – complete with instructions – as well as five DIY projects to recreate, an exciting interview with Annie’s in-house painting team Pigeon and Pip, home tours, a profile on Shocking Pink, a San Francisco special featuring local Chalk Paint™ pros, and articles on Marimekko, Schiaparelli, and maximalism.

No advertising, just full of ideas for your next upcycling project!

Note: The magazine is only available in English.

The Colourist No. 8 – creative worlds in high gloss

The 8th edition of The Colourist, Annie Sloan's unique bookazine, once again invites you to dream, create, and discover. Across 132 carefully crafted pages, you can expect exclusive glimpses into impressive homes – including that of renowned hotel designer Kit Kemp – as well as inspiring design trends, practical step-by-step guides, and creative impulses centered around chalk paint.

Included: an exclusive stencil template for you to recreate – with no need to clean brushes afterwards. A real highlight for everyone who loves color and enjoys getting creative themselves.

As always, ad-free, but packed with style, know-how, and passion.

Note: This magazine is available in English only.

The Colourist No. 4 – 30 Years of Chalk Paint™ & Timeless Inspiration

The 4th edition of The Colourist, Annie Sloan’s high-quality bookazine (larger than a magazine and slightly smaller than a book), celebrates a very special anniversary: 30 years of Chalk Paint™! Across 132 artfully designed pages, everything revolves around neutral classics like Old White and Graphite, complemented by the fresh green shade Lem Lem – and the introduction of the exclusive Pearlescent Glaze, which was newly added to the range in 2020.

In addition to anniversary highlights, you can look forward to interior features from Texas, Holland, and England, creative DIYs, fascinating artist profiles, and a look into the work of furniture artist Ildiko Horvath. A special focus: the trend topic of Toile de Jouy – including free Oxford Toile decoupage paper as a bonus.

A must-have for anyone who loves chalk paint and is looking for new design ideas.

Note: The magazine is only available in English.

The Colourist No. 10 – neutral tones, creative ideas

The 10th edition of "The Colourist," Annie Sloan's unique magazine, is all about calm colour worlds. With tones like Honfleur, Paris Grey, and Old Ochre, this issue invites you to discover the beauty of neutral colours – timeless, elegant, and full of possibilities.

Explore dreamy living spaces, get inspired by international designers, and discover creative techniques that you can easily try yourself. As always, on 132 lovingly designed pages, without advertising, but with all the more style, substance, and ideas for your next chalk paint project.

Note: The magazine is available exclusively in English.

Colour Recipes – 40 colour ideas for furniture & rooms (in English)

In Colour Recipes, Annie Sloan shows how versatile and easy upcycling with paint can be. The book contains 40 inspiring step-by-step projects that allow you to transform furniture, walls, and textiles into unique pieces – with no complicated preparation required.

You will learn numerous techniques, including distressing, colour washing, gilding, stencilling, découpage, fabric dyeing, and even effects like limed oak or faux marble. Stylistically, the book covers a broad spectrum – from French country and boho chic to modern and Scandinavian.

The beautiful photographs were taken by Christopher Drake. Ideal for anyone who uses Chalk Paint® and wants to be bold with colour.

Note: The book is available in English. The German-language counterpart is titled “Bunter Wohnen”.

The Colourist No. 11 – Annie Sloan creative magazine full of inspiration

With the 11th issue of The Colourist, Annie Sloan once again presents a colourful bookazine, larger than a magazine and more compact than a book – filled with over 130 pages of home decor ideas, creativity, and design inspiration.

This issue offers exclusive insights into impressively designed spaces, exciting before-and-after projects, and practical guides on the topic of colour and style. Annie Sloan shows how the bold use of colour makes your home distinctive and individual.

Particularly inspiring are the portraits of artists and designers from the past and present, whom Annie introduces to highlight the connection between art, interior design, and DIY projects.

This high-quality creative magazine is perfect for all Chalk Paint™ fans, DIY enthusiasts, and creatives who are looking for home decor ideas or a special gift.

Please note: The bookazine is available exclusively in English.

Product details:

• Title: The Colourist | Issue 11
• Scope: over 130 pages, full colour
• Content: Home decor ideas, DIY tutorials, artist portraits
• Format: Bookazine (larger than a magazine, smaller than a book)
• Language: English

Discover creative home ideas, fascinating stories, and plenty of inspiration for your home with The Colourist No. 11.

The Colourist No. 9 – Annie Sloan Bookazine all about the color red

With the 9th edition of the Colourist Bookazine, Annie Sloan celebrates the full variety of the color red. Over 132 pages, you can look forward to inspiring interior design features, autumnal DIY ideas, practical step-by-step instructions, and personal insights from Annie herself. From deep burgundy and warm terracotta to vibrant cherry red – this issue is a tribute to the warm, lively power of this color world.

The bookazine format is what makes the Colourist so special: larger than a magazine, but handier than a book. Ad-free and packed with ideas, style, and inspiration for anyone who loves painting furniture, decorating, and getting creative.

Whether as a collector's item or a creative companion for cozy evenings – creative magazine No. 9 is a must-have for all Chalk Paint™ fans and DIY enthusiasts.

Please note: The bookazine is only available in English.

Product details:

• Title: The Colourist | Issue 9
• Scope: 132 pages, color
• Focus: The color red in all its nuances
• Content: Features, DIY instructions, inspiration
• Language: English
• Format: Bookazine (larger than a magazine, smaller than a book)

Discover the world of red tones with The Colourist No. 9 and find new inspiration for your home.

More Color in Your Home – 40 Creative Paint Ideas by Annie Sloan

In More Color in Your Home, Annie Sloan shows how easy it can be to personalize furniture and rooms – without any tedious sanding or priming. With 40 new projects for furniture, walls, floors, stairs, and doors, the renowned paint expert guides you step-by-step through the world of decorative painting.

Whether colorful and bold, Nordic-minimalist, or modern and clean – the book offers inspiration for every style. You will learn a wide variety of techniques such as glazing, printing, stenciling, working with metal leaf, or dyeing fabrics – all explained in an easy-to-understand way and accompanied by many photos.

A practical companion for anyone who wants to transform their home into something truly special with minimal effort.

Annie Sloan – Quick and Easy Paint Transformations

50 creative projects with paint & brush

With a pot of paint and this book in your hand, you can transform everyday furniture and rooms into your own personal favorite pieces. Quick and Easy Paint Transformations shows you 50 inspiring projects step-by-step – ideal for anyone looking to redesign furniture, upgrade walls, or add individual accents.

Annie Sloan explains techniques such as color gradients, the shabby chic look, patination, stenciling, printing, glazing, and sealing – clearly and understandably, suitable even for beginners. Featuring atmospheric photography by Christopher Drake.

A must-have for anyone wanting to get more out of their home with creative ideas.

Note: This book is in English.

Recettes de Couleurs – 40 Paint Techniques for Your Home (in French)

In Recettes de Couleurs, Annie Sloan presents her favorite techniques for creative room design – from glazing, printing, and gilding to stenciling, antiquing, and wax-resist techniques.

The book contains 40 clearly explained projects for you to recreate – perfect for transforming furniture, floors, stairs, walls, or lamps. Whether you prefer French country style, boho-chic, Scandinavian, rustic, or modern – Recettes de Couleurs offers the right ideas and instructions for every style.

With step-by-step photo sequences, many tips, and suggestions for color combinations, this book is an indispensable companion for creative home projects.

Note: The book is in French.

French Look – Living à la française with Annie Sloan (in English)

In French Look, Annie Sloan takes you into the versatile world of French interior styles – from the elegant splendor of a château to the simple coziness of a country house. The book is divided into four styles: Château, Country, Provençal, and Parisian – each with concrete ideas for the living room, dining room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, and even the outdoor area.

With over 25 clearly explained projects, Annie shows you how to paint, patina, or decorate furniture in the French style, how to use fabrics and colors harmoniously, and how to add authentic accents with small details – such as lavender bunches or embroidered voile curtains.

A lovingly designed guide for everyone who wants to bring the charm of France into their home.

Note: The book is in English.

Peinture Décorative – 40 creative projects with Annie Sloan (in French)

With Peinture Décorative, Annie Sloan shows how versatile chalk paint truly is – in 40 original projects, you will learn how to design furniture, textiles, walls, and floors like never before. From gilded sofas and printed cushions to stenciled rugs or fabric-covered walls – this book is full of ideas, tips, and techniques.

Clear step-by-step instructions, many images, and practical advice make this book a real creative treasure for beginners and experienced DIY fans alike. You will learn how to add patina, gild, stencil, dye, and much more – and you will find helpful tips on choosing colors based on style and surface.

An inspiring work for anyone who enjoys creative living and wants to add an individual touch to their home.

Note: The book is available in French.

Room Recipes for Style & Colour – Discover Interior Styles with Annie & Felix Sloan

In this stylishly designed book, Annie Sloan and her son Felix take you on a journey through nine defining interior styles – from traditional Swedish to the modern industrial look. With 192 pages and over 300 stunning photographs, Room Recipes for Style & Colour provides plenty of inspiration to help you develop and implement your very own personal interior style.

Alongside atmospheric images by Christopher Drake, you will find numerous practical tips, color ideas, and style impulses that can be easily implemented with chalk paint and other techniques. Whether you are currently renovating, redecorating, or simply looking for fresh ideas – this book is a treasure for anyone who wants to live consciously and creatively.

Note: This book is in English.

Annie Sloan – Paints Everything

Get creative with 40 projects for painting, decorating & upcycling

In her latest book, Annie Sloan shows just how versatile chalk paint really is. Paints Everything contains 40 step-by-step projects that introduce you to techniques such as printing, stenciling, gilding, photo transfer, and fabric dyeing—no prior experience required!

You will learn how to combine colors with confidence, paint patterns freehand, and fully unleash your creativity. Whether it's walls, furniture, or textiles—with Annie Sloan's tips, you can create unique living spaces with character in no time at all.

An inspiring book for anyone who wants to decorate their own home and add a personal touch to their interior design.

Note: The book is in English.