It never sold -
I've had so much on my plate that I just left it there thinking that maybe someday......................
And then I had to bite the bullet - admit defeat - and start all over again.
The GOOD thing is that I had a year in between ( if I HAVE to look for the positive in a negative situation lol) so I was as excited to get my hands onto this piece as if I'd just bought it
I know it's very busy - ( now I know it's far too busy ) but I SO saw this in a little girls room -
Anyways................
I went with ASCP Duck Egg Blue
The top drawers already had the pretty oval molding on the edges of them - I added the " v " shaped molding - by putting 2 appliques on an angle each ( and touching each other on the bottom ) to form the V because there was a little bit of damage to the veneer - and there was no way I wanted to lose or damage that oval molding. I think they look like they were there forever...............
Do you want to see one of my ingenious inventions up close?
Furniture Slippers!!!
I use the top of paint tins inverted for drips - and I fold 3 or 4 scott towels and place them underneath the lids so that the floors won't get scratched - and I can slide the furniture around with ease...........
I chose to paint the surface white - because this time I was going for a clean look -
And I love the juxtaposition ( I also love the word juxtaposition btw ) of solid white against a color
I left the interiors of the drawers the same as the first time I did them -
This is how they looked when I originally bought the dresser
and some mac tac paper graces the bottom 2 drawers
actually now that I look at them I think I should paint the 2 interior slats of wood Duck Egg blue as well
The 2 diamond shaped appliques were placed there because the keyholes didn't look very nice at all
they had some extensive damage to them
I spray painted the handles a very light silver - to tie in with the glass knobs on the top
I was going to dark wax it - but I think I'm going to look at this for a day or 2 before I do it
I'm really not sure on this piece
Stay tuned - on Thursday I'll show you how I turned this mirror
( which I bought on it's own a lonnng time ago )
into her Crown
( and you thought she only had slippers? )
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Pretty, I love the appliqués I never thought of appliqué for anything other than sewing lol
ReplyDeleteIt looks gorgeous now! Can't wait to see the mirror added!
ReplyDeleteKaren
Wow, it`s beautiful, Suzan. No more makeover on this one, remember.
ReplyDeleteHave a great day
Hugs from me
It's still perfect for a princess! Thanks for the tip on the slippers. I always skip the prep steps and live to regret it.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful, love the colour!
ReplyDeleteOh my how elegant, loving it!!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much !!!
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I have yet to use Duck Egg. I just bought a sample and will use it for details. I like the look of this dresser better now. Are you going to distress it?
ReplyDeleteOh yes, I like this even better! BTW, juxtaposition, verisimilitude, and reciprocity are among my favorite words. :-) P.S. Don't distress the dresser, contrary to some suggestions. ;-) Love it JUST LIKE THIS.
ReplyDeleteThumbs up!
ReplyDeleteWhat a stunning makeover! I love the color and the insides of the drawers. It is lovely.
ReplyDeleteThanks, Patty
Personally, I love this piece and I want her!! She is beautiful and you did a great job as always!
ReplyDeleteCynthia
You do sign each piece you paint someplace inconspicuous don't you?
ReplyDeleteBliss
I love it! I really think the appliques are perfect and look as if the piece was built with them. Colors are perfect and yes, paint the wood inside the 2 drawers the duck egg blue. ;-) Don't you love it? Me trying to tell the PRO how to do it. ha ha ha
ReplyDeleteSunshine, I miss you! Just in over my head with all that's been going on and preparing to move. 10 days and the movers will be here! I better run and get busy.
xo
Pat
I like your fairytale piece! So beautiful! I am so going to cute up the insides of my buffet drawers.
ReplyDeleteLooking good! I think I like it without the dark wax - though I'm sure it will be fine if you decide to go that route :)
ReplyDeleteLove it - Duck Egg is one of my favourite colours. And you're right - the top looks great in white. Super re-do, Suzan. It should sell for sure this time around.
ReplyDeleteThanks Heather!!!
DeleteLet's hope it DOES sell :)
Hugs,
Suzan
She's beautiful...inside (the drawers) and out! You sure know how to make a piece fit for a princess!
ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Cindy
The juxtaposition of the curly applique's to the straight lines of the buffet provide an interesting perspective of this artistic piece. The addition of a crown of round mirrored glass will form yet another juxtaposition of different angles.
ReplyDeleteWhere, oh, where did you put fun Suzan!?!
Just beautiful! The addition of the appliques look look like wings. What a pretty surprise inside the dresser too!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Yvonne - wings - angel wings - I like that!!!
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Suzan,
ReplyDeleteYou did it again. Beautiful!!!! I can't wait to see her crown!!!
Kris
Wow, gorgeous!! I love the molding detail you added! You sound like me, I buy something and can't wait to get started on it and then I buy something else and that gets started first and the cycle goes on! I've got half of my garage full of diamonds in the rough! This chest is just beautiful!
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Christy
Confessionsofaserialdiyer.com
Thanks so much Christy!!!
DeleteThis furniture restoring is not for the faint of heart LMHO...........one step away from being hoarders, the whole lot of us
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That is very princess beautiful! Well done!!
ReplyDeleteWhat a gorgeous piece and I think the blue is a better choice. Key holes? This is really old dresser then, not just from the 60s/70s? Gorgeous! And very creative!
ReplyDeleteWhenever I want to be inspired I am always happy to find you at a party creating something wonderful to share.
ReplyDeleteI like this version better. Simpler and the colour is fabulous! I hope it sells this time!
ReplyDeleteThanks Kathryn - I do too :)
DeleteIt's gone already!
XOX
Seriously this is so COOL!! I love it!! Come link up at my Paint Party! http://startathome.blogspot.com/2013/06/paint-party.html
ReplyDeleteHOpe to see you soon
Brooke
Oh yeah, much better now. It was pretty before, but the beautiful details are much more noticeable now. Love the color!
ReplyDeleteAmazing work, Suzan! I love it!
ReplyDeleteHope you have a good weekend!
Hugs from Portugal,
Ana Love Craft
www.lovecraft2012.blogspot.com
What a cute redo! I love all of the little touches you have added! I would love it if you would share this at my linking party today! http://www.fidlersunderoneroof.com/2013/06/fidlin-fridays-link-party_21.html
ReplyDeleteThat little number is fantastic!! I am visiting with Freedom Friday's.
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Thanks so much Betty!!!
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hi Suzan - such a pretty piece of furniture!
ReplyDeletehope you have a wonderful weekend
Fiona
You do the most beautiful work!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much Deborah!!!
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Suzan, I love the molding and paint color. She turned out beautiful! Thanks for joining my party and check out this weeks Open House to see your feature.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Sherry
Hi Suzan,
ReplyDeleteThis is so pretty and I love the inside of the drawers. Thanks so much for sharing with Adorned From Above's Blog Hop. The party will be back this week starting Tuesday and 8:00PM mountain time. We can't wait to see what you have to share this week.
Have a great week.
Debi and Charly
http://www.adornedfromabove.com
Now you're talk'n! Sorry but it looks so trés chic now and I bet easily sold.
ReplyDeleteMarie@TheInteriorFrugalista