Mid Century Dresser Makeover

Hey Everyone!

Regular posting should resume shortly! I'm all moved in, not settled but at least everything is in here. It may be weeks until all my clothes are off the floor but hey, slow and steady, right? Meanwhile, new apartment means a lot of new projects! So I should have some pretty cool stuff to share soon :)

First up- this mid century modern dresser. I picked the handsome man up from Craigslist months ago with my new apartment in mind. I normally don't go for this style, but lately I've been having an affair with mid century design. Did I mention it was only $35, in perfect condition? Yeah. Baller status.

I liked the original color but decided I wanted to go just a little darker. The top was laminate (sad face) but everything else was either solid wood or real wood veneer (read: stainable).

I tested one to see the difference. Then I finally was able to get outside and do the rest of the drawers.

Because the top was laminate, I decided to paint the outside. I was originally going to go with white...but for some reason I can't recall I decided to go with a medium gray.

Yes... I was watching cash cab. I need to go on that show! I was killin' it!

It just wouldn't be a complete post without an appearance by Liam.

This corner of the apartment is looking a little bare at the moment. But after I finish a couple projects I'm working on it should start to come together.

 

So how do you guys feel about mid century pieces? I'm usually more of a traditional girl but I'm beginning to stray ;)

Sincerely,

Ashleigh

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A Frenchy (?) End Table Makeover

This is the week. The last week, that is. If I'm alive on Wednesday, then all will be right with the world.

A few quick things:

1. I officially pulled my first thing off the curb. I'm a little embarrassed... but it's solid wood and has dovetailed drawers. I love it. I'll share it with you later this week!

2. I painted a couple different things with chalk board paint over the weekend and I'm waiting the 3 days until I can draw on them. It's driving me crazy! But I can't wait to show you :)

3. Just a couple days until we announce the winner of your first ever giveaway! Don't forget to enter-you have a great chance of winning!

On to the makeover! I got this end table (thanks to my awesome boyfriend) at the same time as this one.

I think my sister's exact words were, "I'm excited to see what you're going to do to this one because it's really ugly."

I loved her little feet and she was solid. And I'm always up for a challenge.

I primed her and gave her two coats of Martha Stewart's Heavy Cream. The top ended up needing an extra coat.

It seemed a little boring to me and I thought the detail of the piece would be perfect for a little two-tone action.

I mixed a little Winter's Day with the white to get a really light gray. I wanted it to be a subtle difference.

I distressed it lightly and she's still waiting to get a coat or two of protective wax.

Sorry for the drawer nudity. She's missing her drawer pull. It was out in the garage somewhere and I was in a hurry!

I love the way she turned out. I think Kait might even be impressed.

How do you feel about the two-tone look? Yay or nay?

Sincerely,
Ashleigh

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An Amputee Chair Makeover

Craigslist strikes again!  You might remember some of these CL makeovers here and here. What can I say? I love Craigslist. I might be addicted. I might have a problem.

Anyway, I first showed you these chairs in this post. I couldn't wait to get home and work on them. I ended up only having enough time to get one done, but I love the way it turned out.

I call it an amputee because it has a twin. But the twin has arms. Lucky chair.

I took the seats off, made a few minor repairs and sanded them down.



I painted the frame in Martha Stewart's Heavy Cream and picked up this great coral fabric from Joann's. I'm hoping to have enough left to make a pillow.

I'm in love. I can't wait to finish his armed brother. (I'm not sure why these are boys, but they are.)

What do you think? Eh? Not half bad?

Sincerely,

Ashleigh

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