Thrift Store Find Turns Chic

I found these candle wall sconces at my local Salvation Army. I wasn't keen on the gold/cream paint but knew they would look really cool painted glossy black or a bright color.

Because of the intricate detail, I didn't want to sand them. So, I used a "liquid sandpaper" product (ie: Klean-Strip Easy Liquid Sander Deglosser) I purchased at a home improvement store. I simply applied the deglosser using a rag and circular motions. Next, I primed and painted the sconces. As usual, I used spray paint because I think it's the easiest way to paint objects...and you never get brush strokes.