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Thursday, October 18, 2012

My Color by Pantone dresser tutorial

Good morning everyone!

Going back to last weeks My Color paint party HERE - one of the makeovers I chose to do was this



sorry but the only " befores " I have are these





a very simple vintage mid century small dresser - but I thought it had potential to be so much more,
after painting the entire piece in Medieval Blue - by MyColor paint -





I decided it needed even more work to make it " special " so if you notice in the photo above the drawer edges are beveled - making it easy to paint the edges a different color -
I taped the edges


and painted the perimeters - as well as the black plates and knobs I had chosen - the knobs are IKEA knobs and were originally on our kitchen cupboards when we bought this place





Then I decided that the blue was so rich that it would great with some kind of " overlay " work done on it -
and this is where I usually start running around the house looking for ideas or ahem " inspiration " lol -
I feel like such a fake every time I say the word " inspiration " I am by no means an " artist ", but I AM resourceful and so usually can find something laying around to help me with my transformations..............

We live in the city - in a Victorian Row House - privacy is a major issue - and I came up with a solution once when at the dollar store I came across these ( and it DOES relate to the dresser at the end lol )


these panels sell for 1.25 I believe a package - and you get 2 square panels in each pack - so the window above cost 5.00 - excellent value for a privacy screen that still allows light to come in,  there are several options - the above are in my kitchen - these are in my office



I had a couple of extra panels of a different design and thought that perhaps they would make a perfect stencil -


like so.................................



and voila - I ended up with this
now 100% I know this is not a look for everyone - but that's ok because I've decided I'm keeping this one for now ( wink wink nudge )











It's different - it's unique - and it's mine - all mine LOL
Get yourself to the dollar store - you can't find a better stencil than this for the price - and it'll last forever because it's a thick plastic.....................
I could even imagine a Chinoiserie styled wall painted like this somewhere - oh oh - somebody stop me........
can you just imagine THAT conversation in our house tee hee..............................

XOX


So where's the Party?

Debbie Doo's
http://debbie-debbiedoos.com/weekly-wrap-up-newbie-with-a-twist-started.html
The Rustic Pig
http://www.therusticpig.com/2012/10/creatively-tuesdays-6.html
My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia
http://myuncommonsliceofsuburbia.com/tuesdays-treasures-108/
Adventures of a DIY Mom
http://adventuresofadiymom.blogspot.ca/2012/10/terrific-tuesdays-38.html
Kathe with an E
http://www.kathewithane.com/2012/10/youre-gonna-love-it-week-27.html
Knick of Time
http://knickoftimeinteriors.blogspot.ca/2012/10/knick-of-time-tuesday-57.html
Kammy's Korner
http://www.kammyskorner.com/2012/10/trash-2-treasure-tuesday_22.html
Home Stories A to Z
http://homestoriesatoz.com/tutorials/tutorials-tips-link-party-82.html
Cedar Hill Ranch
http://cedarhillranch.blogspot.ca/2012/10/cowgirl-up-linky-party-week-38.html
PJH Designs
http://pjhdesignsoneofakind.blogspot.ca/2012/10/totally-transformed-tuesday-11-features.html
Not Just a Housewife
http://www.notjustahousewife.net/2012/10/show-me-what-ya-got-96.html
A Diamond in the Stuff
http://adiamondinthestuff.blogspot.ca/2012/10/time-to-shine-party-no-91.html
The DIY Dreamer
http://thediydreamer.com/2012/10/from-dream-to-reality-linky-party-39/
Savvy Southern Style
http://www.savvysouthernstyle.net/2012/10/wow-us-wednesdays-89.html
DIY By Design
http://diybydesign.blogspot.ca/2012/10/fall-into-fall-its-party-88.html
Uncommon Designs
http://www.uncommondesignsonline.com/uncommonly-yours-link-party-51/
Clean & Scentsible
http://cleanandscentsible.blogspot.ca/2012/10/the-creative-spark-no-63.html
Nutmeg Place
http://www.nutmegplace.com/2012/10/all-star-block-party-21.html
Domestically Speaking
http://www.domestically-speaking.com/2012/10/149th-power-of-paint-party-exotic-sea.html
We like to learn as we go
http://weliketolearnaswego.blogspot.ca/2012/10/what-i-learned-wednesday-30.html
The Ironstone Nest
http://www.theironstonenest.com/2012/10/transformation-tuesday-october-23-2012.html
The Life of Jennifer Dawn
http://thelifeofjenniferdawn.blogspot.ca/2012/10/a-little-bird-told-me-link-party-14.html
No Minimalist Here
http://nominimalisthere.blogspot.ca/2012/10/open-house-party_24.html
Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. Olson
http://jannolson.blogspot.ca/2012/10/share-your-cup-thursday-31.html
52 Mantels
http://www.52mantels.com/2012/10/thursdays-are-your-days_24.html
The Vintage Farmhouse
http://www.thevintagefarmhouse.com/2012/10/creative-things-thursday.html
I Gotta Create
http://igottacreate.blogspot.ca/2012/10/wildly-original-linky-party-23.html
Beyond the Picket Fence
http://bec4-beyondthepicketfence.blogspot.ca/2012/10/under-100-linky-party_24.html
Embracing Change
http://staceyembracingchange.blogspot.ca/2012/10/creative-inspirations-linky-party_24.html
The Shabby Creek Cottage
http://www.theshabbycreekcottage.com/2012/10/transformation-thursday-no-175.html#more
Bloom
http://bloomdesignsonline.blogspot.ca/2012/10/link-party_24.html
Katherine's Corner
http://katherinescorner.com/2012/10/25/thursday-favorite-things-blog-hop-59/
Joyful Homemaking
http://www.joyfulhomemaking.com/2012/10/welcome-to-think-tank-thursday-2.html
Common Ground
http://www.commonground-do.com/2012/10/vintage-inspiration-111-savoring-fall.html
Redoux
http://www.redouxinteriors.com/2012/10/the-super-duper-tres-grand-link-party-78-and-mes-preferes/
Shabby Art Boutique
http://shabbyartboutique.blogspot.ca/2012/10/shabbilicious-friday-link-party_26.html
At the Picket Fence
http://www.atthepicketfence.com/2012/10/welcome-to-inspiration-friday-no-87.html
French Country Cottage
http://frenchcountrycottage.blogspot.ca/2012/10/feathered-nest-friday_25.html
The Charm of Home
http://thecharmofhome.blogspot.ca/2012/10/home-sweet-home-90.html
Miss Mustard Seed
http://missmustardseed.com/2012/10/furniture-feature-friday-favorites-link-party-3/
The Shabby Nest
http://shabbynest.blogspot.ca/2012/10/frugal-friday_25.html
My Romantic Home
http://romantichome.blogspot.ca/2012/10/autumn-centerpiece-show-and-tell-friday.html
It's Overflowing
http://www.itsoverflowing.com/2012/10/overflowing-with-creativity-25/
Coastal Charm
http://linda-coastalcharm.blogspot.ca/2012/10/nifty-thrifty-tuesday-no137.html
Homework
http://carolynshomework.blogspot.ca/2012/10/the-inspiration-board-link-party-74.html
House on the Way
http://www.houseontheway.com/twirl-take-a-bow-party-12/






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40 comments:

  1. Simply SimplisticatedOctober 18, 2012 at 4:44 AM

    OOOOOH this is so unique and super cool! Shes a beauty!

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  2. Danni@SiloHillFarmOctober 18, 2012 at 4:45 AM

    Oh that is one beautiful dresser! The stencils for a song?....genius! I love it girl!

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  3. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapOctober 18, 2012 at 6:06 AM

    that is a super cool top. I have never seen those at the dollar store...but I will look for it!

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  4. CynthiaOctober 18, 2012 at 6:54 AM

    I just saw those at the dollarama, too. I love how you hung them in your windows. You've got me thinking!

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  5. The White Pear TreeOctober 18, 2012 at 7:47 AM

    Man, where was this post two days ago, when I went and bought some expensive Martha Stewart stencils, lol?

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  6. PeggyOctober 18, 2012 at 8:38 AM

    Suzan - I saw these also in the dollarama and thought about how to use them - thank you for the inspiration! Brilliant,
    Peggy

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  7. Barefoot in Blue JeansOctober 18, 2012 at 1:03 PM

    Great inspiration post! You've got me thinking!
    Thanks
    Tammy

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  8. Shabby Brocante, KarenOctober 18, 2012 at 5:54 PM

    You are so ambitious! This looks great! Love the navy and gold combo. The stencil was really clever! You are very inspiring!

    Thanks!
    Karen

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  9. Heaven's WalkOctober 18, 2012 at 7:38 PM

    You are just FILLED to the brim with creativity, girl! (and don't let anyone tell you any different, either.) lol! Love this!! :)

    xoxo laurie

    PS Am I supposed to remind you about the winner of your giveaway....? Or am I late to the party again...? lol!

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  10. PamLuvsPinkOctober 18, 2012 at 10:22 PM

    Hi Suzan!!

    What a great idea and the price is right. I love the gold drawer handles. The color combination is so rich!!

    LOVE your creations!!!!

    Pam
    xox

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    1. UnknownOctober 19, 2012 at 2:06 AM

      thanks again Pam!!! I love the blue and gold too - totally out of my comfort zone but ended up really liking it!
      Hugs,

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  11. Maureen WyattOctober 18, 2012 at 11:29 PM

    I'm a Dollarama queen and I haven't seen these panels! I'd better get back there and check them out. The dresser turned out great! ~ Maureen

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  12. Debbie @DewdropGablesOctober 19, 2012 at 10:00 AM

    I'm in Dollarama all the time, and I've never noticed these either. I guess I'll have to keep my eyes open, 'cause what a neat idea for windows! These would really look great in the workshop/games room. And fantastic use for the stencilling! Love the dresser.
    Debbie :)

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  13. Janette - The2SeasonsOctober 22, 2012 at 5:12 PM

    This is beautiful. Navy is a tough color because it often takes so many coats. I painted my husband's desk navy, and it took four coats. The gold really adds that special pop of attitude.

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    1. UnknownOctober 23, 2012 at 8:15 PM

      Thanks so much - it only took 2 coats - this was a great paint for coverage, I have to say
      Hugs,
      Suzan

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  14. Vintage Street DesignsOctober 22, 2012 at 9:50 PM

    FABULOUS!!! You are so creative! I love all the special and unique touches you gave this piece to make her so pretty! Great job! :)

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  15. Katherines CornerOctober 23, 2012 at 7:22 AM

    love the wonderful creativity of this piece. Well done xo

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  16. Geri JohnsonOctober 23, 2012 at 10:13 AM

    Love the dresser! You make it look so easy. And love your window privacy panel idea too. I'm going to have to check them out for sure!

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  17. Ansley DesignsOctober 23, 2012 at 3:38 PM

    I'm loving navy and gold right now. Anything and gold, surprisingly! Beautiful job!

    www.VivaciouslyVintage.com

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    1. UnknownOctober 23, 2012 at 8:04 PM

      Thanks so much Ansley - I'm loving gold too - I think it's my new
      " silver " lol
      Hugs,
      Suzan

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  18. chickinstyxOctober 24, 2012 at 7:21 AM

    Fantastic. I've got to do something in this color scheme.

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    1. UnknownOctober 24, 2012 at 12:40 PM

      thanks - I'm just loving it! I always stick with silvers and pewters but this is so warm looking
      Hugs,

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  19. Rose H (UK)October 24, 2012 at 7:24 AM

    Wow! Knock out, love the colours :o)
    Rose H

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  20. JenniferOctober 24, 2012 at 5:04 PM

    Very cool! The colors are gorgeous together!

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  21. ChristineOctober 25, 2012 at 3:53 AM

    LOVE IT SUZY!!!!!! Totally diggin' your window too!!! So pretty!

    Thanks so much for sharing this at The DIY Dreamer.. From Dream To Reality!

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  22. AnonymousOctober 25, 2012 at 11:50 AM

    That is simply stunning. I applaud you for being original. This is a very elegant dresser.

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    1. UnknownOctober 26, 2012 at 5:38 AM

      thanks SO much - have a wonderful wknd
      hugs,
      Suzan

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  23. Katherines CornerOctober 25, 2012 at 6:37 PM

    Thank you for your bloggy friendship and for sharing your wonderful blog at Thursday Favorite Things xo

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  24. Trisha @ The Sweet SurvivalOctober 26, 2012 at 2:32 PM

    Gorgeous! I love the colors of the dresser and the stencil on the top - super original.

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  25. UnknownOctober 27, 2012 at 8:21 PM

    Beautiful! Love the blue! I'd like to invite you to share it at my party, Twirl & Take a Bow at www.houseontheway.com. I hope you can join in the fun!
    Leslie

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  26. PJH DesignsOctober 29, 2012 at 11:24 AM

    Suzan this is just beautiful! You are most certainly an artist! Thanks for sharing at Totally Transformed Tuesday. Hugs, Peggy~PJH Designs

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  27. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.October 29, 2012 at 6:49 PM

    So pretty and sophisticated!

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  28. Vel CristeOctober 30, 2012 at 11:05 AM

    beautiful! great job!

    Linking back from Carolyns Homework

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  29. ArliOctober 30, 2012 at 4:51 PM

    OMG...it's fantastic! I love the blue and gold together and the 'inspired' top. I would keep it too!

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    1. UnknownOctober 31, 2012 at 12:27 AM

      Thanks so much Arli - why can't I sell it lol?
      XOX

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  30. Jennifer DawnOctober 30, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    This turned out beautifully. I love how detailed it all is.

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  31. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonNovember 5, 2012 at 6:02 PM

    Susan this piece is amazing! Don't blame you one little bit for wanting to keep it. You're right, it may not work in everyone's home, but if you have a place I think it is fab! I have never seen anything like that at the dollar store. Obviously I'm not looking hard enough. lol! Thanks for sharing with Share Your Cup.
    Hugs,
    Jann

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  32. UnknownDecember 1, 2012 at 5:32 AM

    Hello, I love the stencil on top of the dresser. I have to ask you when you went to the dollar store where in the store did you find the stencil that you used. I am dying to go get them. Are they in a piticular section? I want to run out right now and go get them. There are many different dollar stores can you also tell me the exact name of the one that you went to. Sorry to be such a bother about this but I need to know exactly so that I am not driving around and walking all over looking for these. Your dresser is really really nice. Thank you for sharing.
    Happy Holidays to you and your loved ones.
    Debbie
    daubin56@yahoo.com

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    1. UnknownDecember 1, 2012 at 5:37 AM

      Hi Debra - I'm in Montreal ( Canada ) so don't think it will help you with which one I went to - but these are dollar store items and I think the bigger dollar stores across North America would most likely have them!
      So for not being able to help you more than that - I'm afraid you'll have to get in your car after all!!!
      XOX

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