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Friday, April 16, 2010

From truly a grungy mess, to Shabby Chic Vanity





I loved the bones of this Art Deco little vanity I found on craigslist. Once I got it home though, I found that it definitely had a lot more wear and tear than I originally realized. I had to rebuild the large bottom drawer and fill in a lot of places where the veneer had popped off all over the vanity. Lots of sanding, more glue and more nails, one furniture appliqué, two coats of Kilz and two coats of paint, new painted knobs, and glass to protect the flat surfaces and the final product, I think is a very sweet and elegant vanity for my teenage daughter’s room. We are in the process of changing over from the pink days to a more grown0up black and white décor. Next, to tackle the 1890’s Chifarobe !

11 comments:

  1. Beautiful! I love finding old pieces that need work and bringing them back to life! Bravo!

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  2. Wow, this is such a beautiful transformation!! I'm sure your daughter loves it =D

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  3. I am so glad you found the beauty in this piece of furniture. You did a wonderful job with the makeover.

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  4. Oh, I love that dresser! Just love*love*love art deco pieces and you really brought this one back to life! It inspires me to get started on some garage sale finds that have been waiting for me!

    ♥ Melissa~
    Pink Paper Peppermints

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  5. totally makes me want to browse craigs list! this turned out so beautiful :)

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  6. Wow...this old piece is really cool! I love the art deco vibe and that round mirror too. Thanks for your e-mail...i love seeing people's old furniture revamps!

    Jane
    Finding Fabulous

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  7. I love that! I have a link party on saturdays and would love for you to join
    www.iamonly1woman.blogspot.com

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  8. What a fabulous makeover. I love it. Hugs, Marty

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  9. Awesome job! What a difference you made to it!

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  10. You have done such an amazing job. It now so pretty and sweet. Great job.

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  11. Beautiful job! It's amazing what a little paint can do!

    Visiting from The Shabby Chic Cottage

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