One of my all time favorite pieces of furniture is my aqua sideboard. In case you haven't seen her, here she is. Ain't she purdy?
Well last week I found this cute little cabinet on Craigslist for $10. And I actually was able to get it... I have not had luck in a long time on Craigslist so I was very excited! I knew it would be a perfect little mini of my own!
It was so cute and had great bones, but needed some work, like a new backing. I got to work on it last weekend, sanded it down, and then used my home made chalk paint (that I used on these chairs) which I made with the paint from my own sideboard. I painted it, distressed it, and waxed it... I added the same knobs that my own has. But it was still missing something.
And then I knew that what my piece was missing was some Rub N Buff! And I had just enough left from my nightstands to eek out for this sideboard.
I added Rub N Buff to accentuate some of the details, and it was just what it needed! So this little sister is definitely the glamourous little sis!
And check this out.... these pictures were taken when the back was not yet added! :)
I had to cut the new backing with my circular saw and with Chris being away I had to wait for him to be home so I could do it (in case of an emergency like a severed limb or something.) So the new backing has been cut, and attached and this piece is available this weekend at Chartreuse & Co for $165 (in case you are local and want my sideboard's lil sis!)
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What an awesome find, I never find things that cheap!! I love the rub n buff on it, perfect touch!
So cute! Can't believe you got her for $10.00!! I've never used rub & buff before! Gonna have to check it out!
Looks wonderful! You did an amazing job.
I used to work with a woman who said, "whatever the question, drugs are the answer". I'm starting to feel like whatever the DIY dilemma, rub n buff is the answer! LOL! And you called her "mini"!
yes! The rub n buff was a great idea... I love how intuitive you are about your pieces. It's like you know just what they need :)
What a great find - and a steal too! The rub n buff made a huge difference!
Perfect touch with the gold paint. I thought you were keeping her for a minute. She's a cutie. Hope all is well.
seriously? i can't believe the things you find. the rub n buff was the perfect addition.
I put a rotozip through my arm one time, and now we have that same rule about not using saws when the hubs is away. Love the color! And the Rub n Buff was the perfect finishing touch! It's beautiful! Thanks for sharing.
Awesome! The Rub n Buff is pure genius. I love the way it makes the details pop. Gorgeous!
That was TEN dollars?! What a steal! The rub n buff was just the right touch. Gorgeous!
Cassie,
I love your sideboard! What fun with the turquoise and I LOVE how you used rub 'n buff to accent! Perfect.
blessings,
karianne
Oh Man, I love that piece!! The rub n buff is like it's jewelry. Great job!
Another winner! Beautiful!
That is soooo fabulous! What a great little sister.
That was a screaming deal, for sure! Love the new look.
Ah LOVE! Perfect color! Would love it if you would like to join my linky party this week>>http://www.thevintagefarmhouse.com/2012/02/its-that-time-of-week-again.html
Oh so pretty! I want it! Okay I don't know where I'd put it, but I love the color and the details!! Nice job.
Love it! The rub n buff was the just the ticket.
I love this! I will have to purchase some Rub N Buff!! -Sarah
She's beautiful and the Rub N Buff added the perfect touch. She is glamorous! I love the detail on her legs.
Rub N Buff----that is perfect! I am going to have to get some of that! :o) what an amazing find to begin with and then how cool that you made it AMAZING! {not that I am surprised you pieces are always amazing} but awhhhh I wish I lived close.... your sideboard would look great at my house! :o) Andddd I have to say----I feel SO honored that you mentioned my party. Thank you. :o) Seriously.... you are such a wonderful blog friend!
Jaime
Not only did your piece turn out great - your inspiration was totally awesome as well. Saving furniture is awesome. Very nicely done.
Perfect little mini, now the details pop! And a good deal too. I've pretty much given up on Craigslist!
Can't believe you found this for $10. Go girl! So pretty.
Hi Cassie!
I just stopped by to see what awesomeness you created this time and not only found that beautiful cabinet, but that you had linked up to my party as well! I was so excited to see my button! Thanks so much! Looking forward to hosting in March!!! I am going to get all set to go this week :o)
Stacey of Embracing Change
Oh my goodness!!! what a FANTASTIC find... I NEVER get anything that cheap and CUTE!!!! Okay I shouldn't say NEVER more like every BLUE MOON I get something this great... :) Love the color
Great job Cassie! I love the gold detail! I'm glad you got lucky on their find. I seem to get lucky on Craigslist a lot, which is weird because I'm sort of an unlucky person lol.
I am so excited I actually live close enough to come check this place out!
It looks amazing, I love it. Great price too!
Gorgeous! Wow, I might try some rub and buff on myself. ;) HA! For real, that was the perfect touch for that cabinet. Great works as always!
I feel out of it (haven't painted anything big in awhile!!) what is rub n buff? want me some of that!
Oh I love my rub and buff! Such a great selection for a low price! You piece urned out lovely.
Happy THursday.
Teresa
xoxo
Now I gots to got find some Rub 'n buff! It really makes a difference! And that Amy...I tell ya...
Ahh - I LOVE it! I've been trying to get my grubby paws on a piece JUST like this as of recent on Craigslist or Thriftstores. Not that I know you got it with a $10 price-tag too, I'm even more determined! Love!
SoooOooooOooooooooOooo gorgeous! You were so right, that gold is exactly what it needed! Perfection :)
Really pretty, I love the hardware too. I'm sure you'll sell it fast fast fast shes gorgeous!
Amazing as always
hi Cassie - it's fab and such a perfect match to your big one
cheers Fiona
I should have know this was you when I clicked on from Redoux's party! lol. Love it. The accenting is perfection. Darling!!
Wow, this is so pretty! Clearly some rub & buff is in my future! ~Lori
awww, she's beautiful, that lis sis!
great job cassie!
glad you waited till chris was home to saw. That's why I like using the table saw in the driveway. I figure if something goes horribly wrong, one of the neighbors will see me flailing around and call 911. ;)
gail
Rub n buff was definitely the way to go!! And I'm impressed with your power tool usage. I almost deleted your comment from my blog today so my husband wouldn't get ideas in his head that women can actually tackle these projects I make him do. :P
ohmygosh! isn't that stuff amazing??? it's so funny how a "finished" piece just nags you, isn't it? i think i'll be buying a few more tubes!!
this piece will fly out of the store!
I love this!
Shut the front door. That is amazing. I am speechless about the pricetag. A little miffed that it was you and not me ;) But you have such skill. It looks beautiful. Great gold touches.
ummm wow! this is such a beautiful transformation! Great job! I hope you will link up with me here:
http://www.thegingerbreadblog.com/2012/02/sweet-saturday-link-party-v26.html
Great CL find! Wow, love the color too!
Great find and it looks awesome!
I love it! I love that chest that Amy did too. I have not tried rub and buff but you can be sure I am buying some this weekend!
oooh I love it and the colors!! So fun...never tried the rub and buff...thanks for sharing!
Karin
LOVE this!!!! I'm going to start on a dresser this next week, and had it all planned to go gray and white.....hmmm...rethinking maybe! Or at least adding some gold highlights if I don't do the aqua! :) I'm sure your sideboard will sell fast!
Cassie you have just the right touch when refurbishing pieces...this is perfect, and beautiful!
Cathy
perfect finishing touch! those legs are beautiful, i'm sure it will sell in a second!
The gold is exactly what it needed! Fabulous!
Oh my word! It's adorable!! I just love that soft aqua! The rub-n-buff looks great too on the details!
Ohhhh my gosh! Simply adorable!!! Hope you'll link this up at our new linky party! We feature our favorites each week! We're your newest followers and we'd love to have you link up and follow if you'd like!
http://www.classyclutter.blogspot.com/2012/02/saturday-spotlight-2.html
Mallory @ Classy Clutter
It looks even prettier in person! I saw it yesterday at the barn sale, I love browsing through that barn for great ideas!
I wish I were local! It's SO cute!
Cassie!
You did it again! You rock! Love this cabinet, love the piece and the price! Great job! Please come back again and link up Thursday / would love to have you!
Stacey :)
Thanks for visiting me and leaving the nicest comment! Your work is amazing and I am your newest fan!!!
Great transformation. I would love for you to stop by and link up at my linky party via: ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com
Mrs. Delightful
Ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com
You have done it once again my friend. Nice!!
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