Monday, March 25, 2013

DAY # 1 - Clients furniture makeover!

Good morning everyone!
First of all - I have to say this client is the NICEST person - spent a perfect 1st day - painting away while we chatted our way through the process - loved the company - loved the transition so far -

This is how it looked when I walked in today...................


All the drop cloths were already down and handles off the furniture - it's little steps like that, that can make me
fall in love with a customer.  Thanks so much April!!!

here's how it looked when I left - of course it's nowhere near finished at this point - but you can at least see the direction it's going in ( check out how it ties in with the fireplace - perfect right ? )


She originally wanted the legs painted the same color as the table top - but I convinced her to go
with the Old White ( which the chairs will also be ) assuring her that I could paint them the same as the table top if it didn't feel right. Wow - doesn't this feel " right " ?

This is going to be gorgeous in her already beautiful home......................
And now I'm off to paint some more of that furniture I got on the weekend -  here's a little update of the headboard!
Here it is in the people's home we bought it from - a nice shade of 70's nicotine

headboard, before, after, ascp, paris grey, vintage, french provincial, ornate

talk about " kicking the habit "

before, after, headboard, french provincial, painted, annie sloan, paris grey, pure white

Is it vain to love something ( in an over the top way ) that you did yourself?
But I would have loved it no matter who did this - so does that make it a little better?

headboard, before, after, paris grey, pure white, french provincial

And that's how my Monday went -
Yours?

I'm so sorry if I can't get back to you as quick as I'd like this week - but my fingers are too busy doing other things!

Much love,

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79 comments:

  1. JunkchiccottageMarch 25, 2013 at 7:55 PM

    Suzan,
    That table is coming out beautiful. April is a lucky girl. I love it. So pretty.
    Kris

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  2. NanaDianaMarch 25, 2013 at 8:31 PM

    Susan, Well, the table is great- I like the white legs-the whole set is going to be beautiful..... and that headboard-well, I would have mud wrestled you for it...and believe me-now that I know you are a little bitty thing- I would have won! xo Diana

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  3. UnknownMarch 25, 2013 at 8:43 PM

    Suzan the table is very nice! BUT, yes, but... the headboard... that is beautiful!!
    Hugs, Gee

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  4. Donna WilkesMarch 25, 2013 at 8:45 PM

    I did not know you did house calls. Just how far do you travel? I am in love with the headboard so you should be too. That is not vain - it is pride in one's work.

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  5. Tuula @ Thrifty Rebel VintageMarch 25, 2013 at 8:47 PM

    That table is really lovely Suzan! What fabulous legs. But I have to say that is one incredible headboard!!!

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  6. UnknownMarch 25, 2013 at 9:34 PM

    I love the bed Suzan. If I ever find a similar one, I will be sure to snag it. I also checked out the store you put furniture in... Why can't you be in Alberta? Thanks for sharing with us.

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    1. UnknownMarch 30, 2013 at 2:28 AM

      thanks so much Tabatha!!!
      The Store will be going on line soon I think!!!
      big hugs,
      Suzan

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  7. Maureen WyattMarch 25, 2013 at 9:39 PM

    Pretty darned good start on that dining room suite! You can sure be proud of that stunning headboard makeover, too.

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  8. Donna@anangloinquébecMarch 25, 2013 at 9:40 PM

    Is that going to be your headboard...or are you selling that???? Please tell me you are selling?? I mean we are practically neighbours and you just wouldn't do that to a neighbour...right????????????????

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  9. Meredith @ The Laundry Can WaitMarch 25, 2013 at 10:19 PM

    No, it's not vain to love one of your projects that much. I am so looking forward to the final reveals. Don't worry about your emails. We understand! You just finish those lovely pieces of furniture!

    XOXO,
    Meredith

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  10. Heirloom treasuresMarch 25, 2013 at 11:13 PM

    I so love what you do. Did you teach yourself to do this amazing stuff?:)

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    1. UnknownMarch 30, 2013 at 2:27 AM

      thanks so much Jeanette for your kind words - yes I'm self taught - but it's really only paint and a brush lol
      XOX

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  11. Kirby CarespodiMarch 26, 2013 at 2:58 AM

    Oh my gosh---I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE that headboard!!

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  12. Mel@Mellywood's MansionMarch 26, 2013 at 3:23 AM

    I want that headboard! Seriously if it was or sale and I didn't have o sell the house o pay for the shipping I would totally buy that. I also like the table :)

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  13. SImple and Serene LivingMarch 26, 2013 at 4:21 AM

    You don't have my address, right??? Because I'm thinking that headboard might turn up missing. :)
    Hugs,
    Laura

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  14. Christy JamesMarch 26, 2013 at 4:59 AM

    I love what you're doing with the table so far and that headboard is to die for!! Love it all:) as usual!!
    XO,
    Christy

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  15. Jenny @ Simcoe StreetMarch 26, 2013 at 5:07 AM

    The pieces look beautiful!

    Thanks so much for following. I am following you back

    Jenny
    www.simcoestreet.blogspot.ca

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  16. TobeystrashortreasureMarch 26, 2013 at 5:23 AM

    What a gorgeous table, I would be so nervous painting in someone else's home, I am a pretty messy painted. I love the white makes the table look stunning. And that headboard is gorgeous, I want it, what a difference the paint makes, and my two favorite colours too. great job Suz, hugs Tobey

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  17. mail4roseyMarch 26, 2013 at 6:09 AM

    I love the table and the headboard. The white really brightens everything up and makes it look welcoming but elegant.

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  18. mail4roseyMarch 26, 2013 at 6:10 AM

    Oh, and it's nice that the drop cloths were down and the handles off. :)

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  19. UnknownMarch 26, 2013 at 6:11 AM

    LOVE the table!!! Oh, and the headboard is beautiful!!!

    Fabulous job...have a great week!
    Julie

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  20. Sherry @ Thrift My HouseMarch 26, 2013 at 6:23 AM

    Beautiful headboard and the table is looking good, it's going to be gorgeous. Thanks for sharing this with us, I love your paint transformations.

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  21. Victoria's Vintage DesignsMarch 26, 2013 at 6:45 AM

    Gorgeous pieces & paint jobs!! Love!! V

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  22. Julie @ followyourheartwoodworkingMarch 26, 2013 at 7:19 AM

    I just love the headboard, fabulous job! (You should have posted the headboard in a separate post as it is making the table look plain! LOL)

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  23. Cheryl in WisconsinMarch 26, 2013 at 7:25 AM

    As Donna said, it's not vanity. It's pride. With good reason.

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  24. AnonymousMarch 26, 2013 at 9:04 AM

    after seeing this today you have given me the courage to paint mine! Beautiful!

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  25. UnknownMarch 26, 2013 at 10:27 AM

    That table is going to be gorgeous-the whole set will be!
    Love the headboard, so much character and I think the lighter paint shows off the details better. Your poor hands will fall off by the end of the week. ;-)

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  26. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapMarch 26, 2013 at 11:43 AM

    lovely...both pieces!!

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  27. Butterfly 8)(8 Bungalow March 26, 2013 at 11:43 AM

    Love both! And I'm glad you have clients, so we can see your projects!

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  28. CynthiaMarch 26, 2013 at 11:53 AM

    What a great cutomer. Good for you to be so lucky with that. Your furntre is coming out lovely, I think the color combination and yes you are allowed to love your own thing a lot. You are talented, flaunt it!!!

    Cynthia

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  29. UnknownMarch 26, 2013 at 12:03 PM

    Lucky you to have found such a great customer!! What colour are you painting the top? Paris Grey? It looks great so far.

    And your headboard - you've taken an ugly duckling and turned it into a beautiful swan!!!

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    1. UnknownMarch 27, 2013 at 4:14 AM

      Hi Heather!!!
      Thanks so much - the top is French Linen - but there's a lighter shade going on it through paint mixed with wax - so it'll be a complete different look
      Hugs,
      Suzan

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  30. Karen HMarch 26, 2013 at 12:14 PM

    Suzan, you do such beautiful work! And NO! It is absolutely not vain to love something you did yourself! Some things just turn out fabulous! You can't help it if you are just that good.... :)

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  31. menopausal mamaMarch 26, 2013 at 12:28 PM

    This is GORGEOUS!!! Please, can you come over and do a makeover on my ENTIRE HOME?!?

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  32. AnonymousMarch 26, 2013 at 12:35 PM

    ONG - April has the same table and chairs I had before I sold it to a friend. Your painted version is so much prettier than the job I had done on mine, so pretty with the two colours! Perfect, I bet she'll love it even more once its completed. I'd be keeping that headboard, it is so unique, you will never replace it, it's beautiful! Happy Easter! Patty/BC

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    1. UnknownMarch 27, 2013 at 4:09 AM

      Thanks so much Patty!!!
      Have no room for the headboard or I would most definitely be keeping it lol
      Big hugs,
      Suzan

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  33. TeresaMarch 26, 2013 at 12:46 PM

    When are you going to have the finished photo? I have that exact same table, and my husband is insisting (so far) that I not paint the top. So what color are you painting the tabletop?

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    1. UnknownMarch 27, 2013 at 4:08 AM

      Should be all done by the beginning of next week Teri - there's quite a bit of furniture to paint!!!
      Hugs,
      Suzan

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  34. Tina@WhatWeKeepMarch 26, 2013 at 1:19 PM

    Applause, applause!

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  35. chateau chicMarch 26, 2013 at 1:41 PM

    That table is sure looking gooood!! You do such a great job painting furniture. Wish you lived close enough to come to my house.
    Mary Alice

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  36. Carlene @ Organized ClutterMarch 26, 2013 at 1:47 PM

    I think the table will be gorgeous. The tobacco stained piece is just a perfect paint job candidate. Just awesome.

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  37. Sew a Fine SeamMarch 26, 2013 at 1:47 PM

    It all looks lovely - and yes you have the right to totally love that headboard! Amazing what some paint and a talented hand can do!

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  38. DanielleMarch 26, 2013 at 4:37 PM

    Beautiful! x

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  39. Cranberry MorningMarch 26, 2013 at 5:25 PM

    Oh my! I totally get it that you're too busy. You were brave to tackle that ''70s nicotine' look. lol Nice work, Suzan. Can't wait to see the totally finished project in April's house!

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  40. Debbie @DewdropGablesMarch 26, 2013 at 7:27 PM

    Looking great, Suzan! And I love the piece you did at home!
    Debbie :)

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  41. Caroline (Piorra Maison)March 26, 2013 at 8:58 PM

    Keep it coming! They all look gorgeous,

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  42. Magali@TheLittleWhiteHouseMarch 26, 2013 at 10:38 PM

    I understand how your fingers are busy, but isn't it rewarding to use them to reveal inner beauty? I mean the headboard is just "wow". And the table looks very promising.

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  43. UnknownMarch 27, 2013 at 2:39 AM

    Love these adorable bedroom furniture. Thanks for sharing this gorgeous post. I am inspired by your blog. Keep it up.

    hospitality furniture
    hotel furniture

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  44. AnonymousMarch 27, 2013 at 3:59 AM

    Beautiful headboard. What a difference!

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  45. AnnMarch 27, 2013 at 5:54 AM

    I, too, am over the top about that headboard. Stunning. The linen creates such an elegant impression.

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  46. The White Pear TreeMarch 27, 2013 at 6:54 AM

    You know you don't have to reply to every single comment, don't you? We don't expect you to. I feel you tire yourself out trying to reply to every one. Repeat after me: "It's okay not to!" Lol.

    Wow, how could you cover that lovely shade of nicotine, lol!! Disgusting and yes it's okay to fall in love with your own work. I painted a bench for myself and I'm thrilled with it. So there. You have my permission.

    Have a great day, Suzan!

    Nicole xx

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  47. andi filanteMarch 27, 2013 at 12:03 PM

    Love love love!!!!

    -andi

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  48. Jamie-So Much Better With AgeMarch 27, 2013 at 1:47 PM

    Wow, gorgeous headboard!! Love it! You should join our new linky party {1 party, 5 blogs!} http://www.somuchbetterwithage.com/2013/03/give-me-goods-party-1.html
    Happy Easter!
    Jamie @ somuchbetterwithage.com

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  49. Liz @ Quirky VistasMarch 27, 2013 at 4:19 PM

    Ooh, ooh, ooh! Love that headboard. Trying to figure how you did the fabric. It's so cool.
    Liz

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  50. Phyllis @Around the HouseMarch 27, 2013 at 4:33 PM

    So far it is stunning and I adore that headboard, it is gonna be the coolest transformation, cannot wait to see more ...

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  51. JennaMarch 27, 2013 at 5:17 PM

    GORGEOUS headboard!

    Jenna @ Rain on a Tin Roof

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  52. Elise EnghMarch 27, 2013 at 7:18 PM

    Nice work... it turned out so beautifully!

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  53. UnknownMarch 28, 2013 at 5:08 AM

    The table looks awesome 2 toned like the fireplace...great choice! And that headboard!., oh, my...wow! LOVE it!!

    Char @hisandherrestoration.blogspot.com

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  54. UnknownMarch 28, 2013 at 7:34 PM

    Love that headboard. Stunning.

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  55. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsMarch 29, 2013 at 4:17 AM

    The headboard turned out gorgeous, Suzan! Love the colors you went with. Such a great shape and detail to it.

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  56. DeeMarch 29, 2013 at 5:02 AM

    Hi Susan! Love the way the table looks, but that headboard is amazing. Hope your keeping that one for yourself. Beautiful job, Dee from My Painted Stuff

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  57. UnknownMarch 29, 2013 at 7:58 PM

    That headboard is amazing! I can't believe you could let it go. You're stronger than I am.

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    1. UnknownMarch 29, 2013 at 11:11 PM

      Thanks so much Joann!
      I'm not that strong, believe me, lol - just don't have the room to keep everything I redo or I'd end up on an episode of Hoarders lmho.
      Have a wonderful Easter Wknd,
      Hugs,
      Suzan

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  58. NannMarch 29, 2013 at 10:37 PM

    LOVED what you did with the headboard. Saw one like that for sale for next to nothing and now wish I had bought it. You did a beautiful job. Came over from Feathered Nest Friday. Have not been here before so I'll sign up to follow you. Also don't worry about writing back as I haven't blogged for a couple of months. Unfortunately life happens when you have other plans. I just happened to check in here tonight and found your blog. So glad I did! Beautiful!

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  59. Christine @ Let's Get Crafty!April 1, 2013 at 6:45 AM

    I really wish I had this headboard!! It's so glam!

    Christine @ Let's Get Crafty!

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  60. Artsy VaVaApril 1, 2013 at 12:11 PM

    The headboard is gorgeous!!!

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  61. One More Time EventsApril 2, 2013 at 8:55 PM

    Your work is just amazing....Love the colors..Thank you so much for linking up and Sharing at One More Time Events.

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  62. UnknownApril 3, 2013 at 7:48 PM

    Oh, that headboard is gorgeous!! You rocked it, girl!!! Thank you so much for sharing at A Bouquet of Talent. :)
    xoxo
    Kathy

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  63. CarrieApril 4, 2013 at 5:10 AM

    LOVE, love, love!!! Thanks for linking it up at Think Tank Thursday. I've featured you today!
    http://www.saving4six.com/2013/04/welcome-to-think-tank-thursday-24.html

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  64. Deborah@Green Willow PondApril 4, 2013 at 7:27 AM

    The dining table looks 100% better. The headboard is knock-your-socks-off gorgeous. It is not at all vain to love something you did. I mean, you wouldn't do it if you didn't love it right? Awesome job Suzan!

    Hugs,
    Deborah

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  65. karen@somewhatquirkyApril 4, 2013 at 6:46 PM

    No silly! It's not vain to love your creations! That bed is awesome. I'd be worried if you didn't love it.

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  66. PamLuvsPinkApril 10, 2013 at 2:44 PM

    Hi Suzan!!!

    I love the lighter shades!!! The table looks great!!

    I cannot believe that that is the same headboard. WOW!!!!!! It's absolutely
    gorgeous now!!!!! And why wouldn't love your own work?? If you don't how can people see the beauty your works do?

    Pam
    xox

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  67. Courtney ~ French Country CottageApril 10, 2013 at 8:10 PM

    Looks lovely in it's coat of paint!! Thanks for linking up at Feathered Nest Friday!

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  68. AnonymousFebruary 26, 2014 at 4:46 PM

    LOVE LOVE LOVE that headboard. Yes it's ok to say you loved something you did ESPECIALLY when it looks like that! I am like that, when I have people come in to do work I do all the prep before they come. Haha

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