So, a few months ago I shared this dresser redo....
It had such pretty wood that I wanted to save it, at least some of it. Well, it has sat and sat in my garage with no one interested. And this dresser is BIG and HEAVY, too big and too heavy to sit there wasting space. So I decided that it was time to give it a beachier, prettier look.
I sanded the entire piece, and then used my DIY chalk paint in a soft aqua. I also painted the knobs with it, distressed it, and waxed it. Now it has a much softer appeal! Chris helped me move it into the barn last week, so it will be available at this weekend's sale!
It started to rain while I was taking pictures. This next photo shows that the wax does its job- see the rain just beading up? :)
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44 comments:
ohhhh I LOVE the new color! So fresh and springy! I too have a piece that I've had absolutely NO interest from anyone, so I might have to give in and repaint it. I hate when that happens!
Wow Cassie! What a beautiful transformation. You'll get some interest in that dresser now. Nice job. Thanks for hosting, Dee from My Painted Stuff
I'm so sad for the striped dresser, nobody to love him! Love the makeover :)
I like both versions - the wood grain was very pretty, but I really like this soft sea blue too! Good luck - hope it sells!
hi Cassie - you'll probably find it sells immediately - that always happens to me when i make over a makeover.
good luck with it!
cheers Fiona
well that's got me thinking now about stuff I've done!!
you are always and inspiration Cassie!! Thank you!!
I like the before AND the after!! They'd just sit better each in their right room!!
Love it but then I just did a dresser in almost the same shade!! Hope the sale goes well!
Cassie--I love the color! Perfect for my sunroom. :) I also love the weathered side table....with the hydrangeas of course. :)
Wow, that doesn't even look like the same piece! Love the color, and those cute little keyholes that were not even noticeable before!
I love the new color Cassie! I think it really suits the cottage style of the dresser. As always, thanks for hosting a great party!
I never noticed your squirrel with a nut thing until today. LOL! Funny! Love the new look of the dresser...but I loved the stripes too. I understand needing to move those big pieces out for sure.
love it, Cassie! wonderful color choice!!!
Love the color, Cassie!! Looks fantastic. Megan
I like both looks, but this one is more uniform, I'm sure it will sell fast! I'll be at the Barn on Friday to check everything out! I'm taking a day off so I'm going to check out all the sales that day!
That's too bad that it didn't sell... it was awesome and in the right room it would have made a powerful statement...
I bet it will, now, though. It's pretty in a different way. You took a chance and I totally admire you for that. And the fact that you are willing to re-do it says a lot about your willingness to adjust when circumstances dictate it.
Good Luck at the sale! I hope it goes really well!!!
I LOVE the new beachy look!!
Very pretty! The piece looks completely different now. I have yet to try chalk paint, but am very curious. Where do you find yours?
The grain on that wood is so pretty, but I bet the blue will have a wider appeal. You know how I feel about blue too...it can do no wrong :)
I have no latest or greatest to link, well unless you count my upcoming post, but seems like putting the cart before the horse to link that.
And I like the beachier look.
~Bliss~
Your first paint scheme looked a little British Colonial, which I love. However, I may be the only one. The beachy scheme will sell quickly!
I love the aqua!! Thanks for hosting : )
Thanks for hosting Cassie! I loved the original on that piece, and it had to be tough to sand it all off! Sometimes it take that though to hit the "broader market". Bet it sells first this weekend because it looks so pretty in blue too!
I love it! Sometimes those pieces with wood showing just don't sell, what a shame though. The before was amazing! I do love that aqua color and you can really see the bones on that dresser now. She has good bones, heh. Thanks for hosting Cassie!
-Crys www.euphemeral.blogspot.com
Love the new look! but I loved the stripes too!
Cassie, I'd also love to know what recipe you use to make your chalk paint. I've seen a bunch and want to do it but havn't commited to a specific recipe yet.
It's gorgeous, Cassie! I loved the old look, too. I think it would have been perfect for a boy's room.
When I saw the before I thought all it needs is some feet. Then I saw the after and it is Gorgeous I love the color and the distressing, you are so good!
The new color looks great...I'm sure someone will snap that up quick!
Love love the dresser makeover! That color is fabulous!
Awesome yo! You know I likes the stripes, but you know I looooove aqua! It will fly out of the barn :)
xoxo
Love the new color much better! And the distressing is perfect! Do you have a recipe for the chalk paint? I think I want to try it myself too. Thank you for hosting the party!
I love the new incarnation! The paint looks so soft, I just want to touch it! It is a such a lovely color, it could go anywhere, the dresser looks really solid too. I am sure it will get snapped right up this weekend.
Love the blue green! The new color scheme is perfect, I like it much better in blue green. Beautiful job Cassie, I wish I lived closer, I would take it home.
Your transformation is just beautiful. My link is about a revamped revamp as well!
Thanks for hosting
Hugs,
Suzan
The new color is GORGEOUS! You should have no problem selling that baby...she's a beauty!
Awesome redo project. I love the color that you painted it, so cheery =)
xoxo,
Suzie Q
www.StyleCueBySuzieQ.com
The blue is really pretty...perfect for a lovely summer cottage! You will sell it quickly!
Amazing features, Cassie! There is always so much inspiration here! I love that dresser!
Have a blessed and wonderful day.
karianne
Love the color! I have never used waxes before. I think I need to give them a try.
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I love the style of this dresser and the pretty, beachy color.
xoxo
Amanda
so pretty! I liked the before too, but I think you will probably sell it quick! Are you having fun at the shop? You've probably had it up for awhile, but I am loving your new blog look! (I haven't had a ton of time recently to get around, so sorry!) It looks great! :)
Thanks for hosting!
I love the before and the after :) I've noticed that blue sells faster for me too :)
Cassie,
I love love love your blog!! Thanks for sharing your ideas and creativity. I really like how you brought your dinning room set outside. I love the look!
The plant cart is adorable!
Thanks for hosting another great party!
It's always fun to be here :)
Make it a great day!
Meegan
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