Completed a paint project over the weekend, and boy do I love it! My mom got this oh-so-cute antique dresser from an auction. I loved the hardware and the color wasn't terrible, but I wanted to tone it down a bit.
I wasn't too sure the color I wanted to paint the dresser, so when I get "painters block", I let the hardware decide for me...so off I went to Hobby Lobby. Out of dozens and dozens of knobs, these are the ones that grabbed my attention. Seriously, how cute! I love the crackle blue/grey look. I also knew I had paint at home that was almost exactly this color, so I saved money there. WIN WIN
Time to get started! Here are my tools for this project...
After sanding everything and using some tack cloth, I painted the entire piece. Then I finished up with a wood stain and added my adorable new knobs!
DONE!
I love how it looks under my DIY photo frame, but I'm not going to get attached because this dresser is for sale (find it in the Rustic Store for more info)!
I kept the metal plates from the old knobs, they matched the new ones perfectly and it adds WAY more charm to the whole piece.
I really enjoyed transforming this dresser : ) If your interested in bringing this into your home, check out my Rustic Store for more information!
I love this treatment-- I can see why you wanted to tone it down. I think it is so wonderful to see the potential in something and have that "ah-ha" moment!
ReplyDeleteSure paid off!
thank you so much teresa! Of course I wanted to keep it when I was finished, haha : ) I appreciate your comment!
ReplyDeleteGreat job on the dresser. LOVe how you incorporated old and new with the knobs. New follower and look forward to seeing more of your work!
ReplyDeleteThank you Jen, you're kind words mean so much!
ReplyDeleteSO Beautiful! I love it...those knobs! I wish we had Hobby Lobby up here in Canada!
ReplyDeleteShannon
www.akadesign.ca
Thank you Shannon! I'm flat out CRAZY over knobs, changing out the hardware is my favorite thing to do to furniture! Thanks again...
ReplyDeleteIt turned out fabulous. I love your blog. I'm your newest follower.
ReplyDeleteWould love to see you DIY Home Sweet home.
Jamie
http://diyhshp.blogspot.com/
P.S. I have a linky every Monday. Would love for you to stop by and link up.
P.S.S. I have giveaway going on right now. Would love you to stop by and check it out.
Thank you Jamie! I grabbed your "More The Merrier Monday" button and added it to my list of link parties, I'm looking forward to it!
ReplyDeleteThis is one of the best makeovers I've seen lately. Those knobs ~ especially with the piece from the old hardware! They look lovely together. Stop by my place sometime!
ReplyDeleteSherry
Thanks Sherry! This is probably my favorite piece I've done and I'm tempted to do another one with the same color! Thanks for your sweet comment, I'll definitely stop by!
ReplyDeleteAwesome transformation!!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing at Show & Share!
thank you Jennifer!
ReplyDeleteThat chippy, rustic frame is awesome. Love the dresser makeover, the knobs make it!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much! I had a lot of fun with this one : )
ReplyDeleteI love the color. Great job. I will definitely have to go to hobby lobby! So many great things!
ReplyDeleteThank you Amy, Hobby Lobby is a great place for inspiration! have a great day
ReplyDeleteHey girl! I had fun checking out your blog and love this dresser cute! cute! cute! You've got some skills. I am a new follower :)
ReplyDeleteLindsay
www.countrygirlhome.blogspot.com
hope to see more projects soon.
You did such a great job on this dresser! I love the new color! I featured it today!
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WOW! Thank you so much Katie! I'm so glad you like it :) To be featured means so much to a new blogger like me, thank you! have a great day
ReplyDeleteGreat job you have done :)
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Håkan ( The Roseman)
This is a great transformation. I love the hardware you chose. I am a new follower. Visit me and follow me back?
ReplyDeleteLiz
So pretty. I absolutely love that yellow frame too!! Thanks so much for linking up to my party.
ReplyDeleteIt's so pretty! I love the shape especially :). Great job.
ReplyDeleteThe dresser is so pretty --You picked the perfect shade and the knobs are really cute -I found your blog over at Debbie's :-)
ReplyDeleteNice paint job! I love the color.
ReplyDeleteSharon
Thank you everyone! Merry Christmas
ReplyDeleteWow, this is BEAUTIFUL!!! Love the color. I'd love it if you'd share this over on Kammy's Korner for the Trash 2 Treasure Tuesday Party! http://kammyskorner.blogspot.com/2012/01/trash-2-treasure-tuesdays-13.html
ReplyDeleteThis looks great..I would have a hard time selling it especially with the way it coordinates with your frame!
ReplyDeleteSarah
www.budgetfriendlydecorating.com
Stunning! Great job on this...the knobs are beautiful. I featured it over on my blog sunnyvanilla.blogspot.com
ReplyDeleteHope you come check it out :-)
Your newest follower!
LOVE YOUR MAKEOVER, SO CUTE! I would love to feature it. Please let me know if this would be ok with you.
ReplyDeleteLauren
Thanks everyone! Lauren - Of course you can feature it! I'm so flattered!
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