Sunday, October 28, 2012

End table before and after

Good Morning All !!!  I'm guest posting over at Kathe with an E's today - come by and check out another panic stricken moment in my crazy world......................if in fact it's today lol - she only asked that I SUBMIT it today - it may be for tomorrow's post actually!
In the meantime I had already posted this so you get
a double dose this morning

How do you like my catchy title?  Whoa talk about a bad case of " writer's block " lol -  I really need everyone's honest opinion on this one -  because I also have a bad case of " painters block ".

I tried gray - my go to color usually - uh uh - no like -
Than I tried all cream - uh uh - too boring
Than I tried white - uh uh - too stark -
and this is what I've ended up with - just a quick reminder of the before



I painted the top with Kathy Van Gogh Chalk Paint ( first time trying it - and LOVE it )  called  "mascara" and the bottom half with a behr color I already had..................


spray painted the gorgeous handles black


and was just getting ready to start distressing - actually had the sand paper in my hand - and for some reason thought this piece did not need it at all - I kind of like it the way it is - what do you think?


should I just leave well enough alone?
sometimes well enough - is enough



calling out to the universe, should it be distressed?  can't wait to get my hands on the rest of the set -
( you can see it HERE if you missed that post )

oh and did I mention that we bought this on the weekend - BECAUSE I SOLD THE LAST TABLE SET!!!
to a young girl that says it's her dream come true table and chairs - sometimes this business does the soul good!



guess I'm going to be " busy busy busy " - like this creep - and bracing myself for Sandy who is scheduled to arrive here shortly.................( the storm to beat all others )

source

big points if you can remember who he is lol  ( hint : he comes to town every winter )



C'mon table - you're coming with me!

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  1. Claudine from ReStory.caOctober 28, 2012 at 10:09 PM

    Dear Suzan!!! I LOVE this table!!! And no, you don't need to distress it!!! And I know... sometimes we can't help ourselves, LOL!!!
    I miss you!!! Also, congratulations on selling the last table set! I have TWO I need to refinish! Cannot stand to see my laundry room so full, lol!
    I have been working hard on getting my new website done.
    It is in construction, but you can see it at www.restory.ca
    My business name is ReStory Furnishings! I am working on migrating Condensed Love to ReStory. Hugs galore! Claudine

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  2. mail4roseyOctober 29, 2012 at 3:27 AM

    I love the chalk paint on top, and don't think it needs distressed at all. I think the table looks fantastic as is!

    Frosty is my all-time favorite holiday show...despite the nasty magician. :)

    Be safe with the storm.

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  3. UnknownOctober 29, 2012 at 3:45 AM

    im so jealous! that is such an awesome table!

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    1. UnknownOctober 31, 2012 at 12:44 AM

      I'd be jealous too tee hee!!!
      Thanks Bethany - hugs,
      Suzan

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  4. DanielleOctober 29, 2012 at 4:39 AM

    Love how it came out. Looks gorgeous. x

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  5. The White Pear TreeOctober 29, 2012 at 6:24 AM

    Leave it as is. No distressing, it's perfect like that! The black is gorgeous.

    I sometimes stare at a piece for a while, until it "speaks" to me. Some pieces are quieter than others, lol!

    Are you going to paint the rest of the set the same?

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  6. Vintage Paint and more...October 29, 2012 at 6:33 AM

    I am so glad you decided to paint it this way. I have a pair of night stands I have been undecided about and had just recently settled on painting them grey and white. I just didn't know if I would like it or not. Your table looks like a dark grey and white on here and I love it. So, now I can move on. But, today is wallpaper removal and painting walls. Thanks for sharing Suzane you keep me inspired.....

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  7. Cranberry MorningOctober 29, 2012 at 6:34 AM

    Beautiful makeover!! Job well done.

    Looks like Snidely Whiplash to me.

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  8. Cheryl in WisconsinOctober 29, 2012 at 7:05 AM

    My vote is for Not Distressing. It's very pretty as is.

    And I believe that picture is of the British dude that used to live across the hall from The Jeffersons.

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    1. UnknownOctober 31, 2012 at 12:42 AM

      Your vote wins Cheryl - definitely not distressing!
      And your guess is the funniest one of them all LMAO
      It's frosty the snowman's nemesis..............
      XOX

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  9. CynthiaOctober 29, 2012 at 8:34 AM

    I would not distress the table I love the way it looks!

    Cynthia

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  10. UnknownOctober 29, 2012 at 11:42 AM

    fabulous right now no distressing needed but then i just dont happen to be a fan of distressing i cant put my finger on that guy its at the tip of my tongue im thinking something like jack frost lol so far so good on this SANDY story

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    1. UnknownOctober 31, 2012 at 12:38 AM

      Thanks so much!!! I'm definitely not sanding it!!!

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  11. UnknownOctober 29, 2012 at 12:38 PM

    Great redo on your table! I had to laugh a bit, the books on top in the picture include two of my favorite things, wine & design :)

    xoxo, Tanya

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  12. NanaDianaOctober 29, 2012 at 12:39 PM

    Hey- GREAT job on that table. Personally, I like it UNdistressed but you can tell better by seeing it in person. Praying for you in the hurricane's path. I was gonna guess Dudley Doolittle but I don't think he hangs around in winter weather....and I know for SURE it isn't SANTA.....Is it your Winter Lover?;>) xo Diana

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  13. Linda @ A La CarteOctober 29, 2012 at 1:55 PM

    This is just gorgeous as is! Love it and what a deal you got! I'm a new follower coming over from KATHE'S blog! Oh and that dastardly guy is the one always wanting the rent from the pretty girl?? right??? OK I went and looked it up....Snidlely Whiplash! Gosh I love Dudley DoRight!

    Hugs, Linda

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  14. Barb KingOctober 29, 2012 at 2:14 PM

    That is so classy, what a difference. I love the way the beautiful handles really pop against the light color. No distressing needed in my opinion. Stopby my blog if you get a chance. www.king-designs.blogspot.com

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  15. PamLuvsPinkOctober 29, 2012 at 2:24 PM

    Hi Suzan!!!

    I LOVE the way you finished the side table!!!!!! And NO!!!! Please no distressing. It looks great the way it is!!! I love the handles!!!Sometimes we always feel we need to change them, but, these ones are classy for any time frame.

    Enjoy your week!!!

    Pam
    xox

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  16. Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingOctober 29, 2012 at 3:55 PM

    What a cute table! I'd love to find one of these for my bedroom. And I vote "no" to distressing. I'm with you ... sometimes I paint and piece and decide not to distress. That character is from Frosty the Snowman ... the mayor? Hope you survive the storm!

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  17. PJH DesignsOctober 29, 2012 at 4:34 PM

    Suzan that is the prettiest little table! You did a wonderful job and if it was me I'd leave it as is. Hugs Peggy

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  18. Vintage Street DesignsOctober 29, 2012 at 4:51 PM

    Holy cow...I love this sweet little table. It looks so classy now, my vote is leave it as is. It doesn't need distressing! Great job! :)

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  19. PeasblogOctober 29, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    this looks awesome! so beautiful leave as is!
    I saw you on the Adventures of a DIY mom link party

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  20. Heaven's WalkOctober 29, 2012 at 7:45 PM

    Nope! Leave that sweetly transformed end table just like she is, Suzan! She's perfect! I truly believe there are some pieces that speak for themselves and just don't need any distressing. Congrats on selling that dining set, girl! Wooo hooo! Time to go shoppinnnnnnng! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  21. HelenOctober 29, 2012 at 9:58 PM

    I love the table and the black and white were a great choice!!

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  22. Rita MirelesOctober 30, 2012 at 5:22 AM

    Love the gay and white together (my fav combination). Beautiful!

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  23. Cassie BustamanteOctober 30, 2012 at 5:56 AM

    ooh i love the shape of this piece and you gave it such a great classic look!

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  24. AmyOctober 30, 2012 at 7:14 AM

    Great job! I love love quirky furniture, and you did this piece justice!

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    1. UnknownOctober 30, 2012 at 4:53 PM

      Thanks so much Amy -
      You're a no reply blogger so hope you come back to read this!!!
      XOX

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  25. Maureen WyattOctober 30, 2012 at 10:44 AM

    You may just have to toss a coin on the distressing. She's pretty cute the way she is, though! ~ Maureen

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  26. ThreeDawgLadyOctober 30, 2012 at 2:44 PM

    New Follower and LOVE THIS TABLE!!!

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    1. UnknownOctober 30, 2012 at 4:51 PM

      thanks so much Deborah! you're a no reply blogger - hope you see this - I'm following you back :)
      XOX

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  27. Bonnie and Trish @ Uncommon DesignsOctober 30, 2012 at 4:40 PM

    Another beautiful transformation. I just love how it turned out! Have a wonderful week and thanks for sharing with us this week!

    Take care,

    Trish

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  28. Debbie @DewdropGablesOctober 30, 2012 at 8:28 PM

    Oh no, I think it is perfect as it is! I love that little table, so beautiful.
    And that's Frosty's hat the magician is holding! (I cheated...lol)
    Debbie :)

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  29. UnknownOctober 31, 2012 at 7:23 AM

    Love your transformation! gorgeous as usual!
    Leslie
    House on the Way

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  30. Donna WilkesOctober 31, 2012 at 8:38 PM

    You know that I will distressed something in a swish of a magician's wand, BUT this table turned out so crisp in his tuxedo colors. I would just wax with clear wax and give him two eyes made of coal. Wait a minute! No, he is just fine as is!

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  31. My Dream CanvasOctober 31, 2012 at 9:00 PM

    Dropping by via Transformation Thursday. I look forward to seeing you at my festive tablescape:-)

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  32. Miss Lady AgaNovember 1, 2012 at 5:13 AM

    I just love your cute adorable end table, great job!!

    Shirley

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  33. an anglo in québecNovember 1, 2012 at 6:39 AM

    Please do not distress it and pleeeeeaaaaassseeee Suzy, I will be there to pick it up asap!!!

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  34. an anglo in québecNovember 1, 2012 at 6:43 AM

    What is the Behr colour? I love it.

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  35. The Vintage FarmhouseNovember 1, 2012 at 8:14 AM

    Looks wonderful. I love black and white together! Thanks for linking!

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  36. Gypsy HeartNovember 1, 2012 at 3:48 PM

    I'm late to the party but NO! please do not distress. You know, sometimes too much distressing gets everything looking the same. That's just my 2cents you know. :) I love it the way it is! Always, always love black and white.

    xo
    Pat

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  37. UnknownNovember 1, 2012 at 4:14 PM

    Looks beautiful! I love it!

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  38. Jill @ Create.Craft.Love.November 2, 2012 at 6:29 AM

    Stunning as always my dear! Love the black and white! I say leave it as is! No distressing needed! Thanks for linking up to the Keep Calm and Link Up! Hope to see you back next week!

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  39. Maryann @ Domestically-SpeakingNovember 2, 2012 at 10:46 PM

    What a cute table. I'm putting it in the Spotlight this weekend. Thanks for linking up...

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  40. CarrieNovember 3, 2012 at 5:17 AM

    LEAVE IT ALONE! It looks gorgeous!! Amazing transformation!!

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    1. CarrieNovember 7, 2012 at 6:18 PM

      Just wanted you to know this was featured over at Think Tank Thursday!! Thanks so much for linking it up.
      This weeks party is up and running. Would love for you to share your latest creations!!
      http://www.saving4six.com/2012/11/welcome-to-think-tank-thursday-4.html

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  41. UnknownNovember 3, 2012 at 7:46 AM

    I love your blog! I'm so glad you stopped by at Doodles & Stitches and commented on my chicken wire armoire. I'm now your newest follower. Can't wait to see what you paint next :)

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  42. Stan and Jody GabaraNovember 3, 2012 at 8:13 AM

    Thanks so much for sharing your awesome end table makeover on Simple & Sweet Fridays. It's beautiful!

    Jody

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  43. RuthNovember 3, 2012 at 10:07 AM

    The table looks fantastic. I would leave it as is. It's perfect. Great job!!
    Ruth

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  44. Vanessa Jade Smith | www.7Jaded.comNovember 3, 2012 at 7:33 PM

    You did an awesome job! I wish I could take a peak into that design book, by the way!

    Vanessa
    7Jaded

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  45. AnonymousNovember 4, 2012 at 10:12 AM

    I have seen this awesome little table on the web and so honored you also shared it over at Curb Alert's Friday block Party! Have a great week.
    Tami @ Curb Alert!

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  46. smart mommaNovember 5, 2012 at 6:17 AM

    oh wow! what a transformation! i really like how it looks without distressing it :) lovely!!

    your newest follower :)

    huggies***
    rea

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  47. UnknownNovember 5, 2012 at 10:21 AM

    What a great transformation!! I would love for you to come link up to my Get Social Sunday party. YOu can come show off your awesome ideas! http://alivedinhome.blogspot.com/2012/11/get-social-sunday.html

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  48. StaceyNovember 5, 2012 at 7:15 PM

    Very sweet!
    Nice job!
    Thanks for linking!
    Stacey of Embracing Change

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  49. UnknownNovember 6, 2012 at 9:27 PM

    What a great piece! Love the color contrast! Thanks for linking up to Keep Calm and Link Up!
    Barbara at Chase the Star
    chasethestar dot net

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  50. Jennifer DawnNovember 7, 2012 at 4:48 AM

    Fabulous transformation! You are so talented at turning pieces into something beautiful!

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    1. UnknownNovember 7, 2012 at 5:14 AM

      You are SO sweet - thanks so much Jennifer!
      Hugs,

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  51. Meredith @ Wait Til Your Father Gets HomeNovember 8, 2012 at 4:14 PM

    Congrats! You were the most viewed link at last week's Keep Calm & Link Up! Come on by and grab a featured button!! Can't wait to see what you link up this week :o)

    xo, Meredith @ www.waittilyourfathergetshome.com

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