Repurposed China Cabinet

Originally this was a china cabinet.  I took off the door and opened it up thinking the piece would be good in a child's room or kitchen.  Everyone, and I mean everyone, asked if the shelves could be removed.  A lot of interest but no buyers.

So.....

We had a beautiful walnut table top in the shop that we repurposed.  Isn't she pretty?  

The Cabinet is 41 inches tall, 17 1/2 inches deep and 33 inches tall.  The single drawer is 9 inches deep for lots of storage.

Dainty Vanity

I have a weakness for vanities.  

This vanity was in pretty good order.  It is a rare day when you purchase an older piece of furniture that is in perfect shape.  There are always nails missing, drawer guides lost, chipped veneers.

A little bit of fabric to tidy up the hanky drawer

The vanity is painted a soft white and lightly distressed.

The hardware is original and in perfect condition.  

The hanky drawer handles remind me of 

butter scotch candies.

The bevelled mirror is in excellent condition.

$325.

My Kitchen Chairs

I have taken a bit of a break from sanding, painting, sanding, etc.  I have recently rediscovered knitting.  Everyone loves hand knit socks!

I decided to actually paint some furniture for myself.

These are very sold oak chairs.  When I first purchased them, they reminded me of an old sturdy woman, solid with thick legs. lol

The white paint softens the look of the chair.

I sand, paint, sand, paint, sand and then finish with 2 coats of satin finish varathane.  These chairs will be used everyday and the varathane will help to protect the finish.

Not so clunky looking any more!

Aren't they pretty?

Getting Organized

I sold this repurposed window today. When I got this solid oak window frame it was in really bad shape.  It had screen stapled to the back...I don't think that it ever held glass as there were no grooves around the edges.  It is the perfect size for a chalk board/bulletin board combination.  A drawer cup holder is a perfect chalk holder.

I understand the new owner is really going to get organized!

Union Jack Dresser-before!

I have had this little dresser sitting around for quite awhile.  The flat brown paint does absolutely nothing for it.  Believe it or not, the handles are solid brass under that pink paint-I will keep them for another project.

I have seen a lot of dressers finished with the "Union Jack" and thought that this dresser is the prefect shape for it. I know it is trendy but what the heck.

We have to do something for fun once in a while!

I will post a dresser photo tomorrow. It isn't finished yet, but almost there!

Upholstered Chair

Before and After Photos

Upholstered Chair

Refinished Chair

When I bought this chair the springs were hanging out from the bottom.  The fabric was old, worn and very boring! 

 

What a beauty.  $50.00

Ready for Christmas

I found these two Santas in a second hand shop and could not resist.  One has a chip but the greenery hides this flaw; I just love a deal $1.50 for both!




They are now watching over us from high on top of the wardrobe/television cabinet.

Our 42 inch Television hides inside

Refinished Chair-Great for the Summer

Shabby Chic Reed Chair

A great place to relax

 I just love this chair and hate to part with it.  But...I am reminded that I cannot keep every chair that I refinish.  Our house is getting a little bit crowded.  The basement is full and yard sale season is just beginning.  This chair was painted brown when I picked it up in a used furniture store.  I painted it blue with a white wash.  I was never happy with the finish, so I painted it a soft green and sanded it enough to allow a bit of the blue and brown to show through.   

I repaired a broken reed in the seat.  In time it will fade to match. 

Rocking Chair

I just finished this rocking chair in a soft yellow shabby chic paint effect.  It would be perfect for a small adult or child.  This is a strong chair but small.

Tiny Cabinet Refinished

Shabby Chic Cabinet

I just completed this Gibbard 4 drawer cabinet.  The cabinet is 24 inches wide, 12 1/2 inches deep and 52 inches high.  This small storage unit would fit in a bathroom, hallway or bedroom.  It is such a pretty little cabinet.  The door has a handle and push latch.



Love the detail around the door.

 

 

Finished dresser desk

 

This is the completed dresser drawer set.  I painted it a soft grey green.  You can see the hole in the back that will allow easy access for electric and computer cords.

Isn't the hardward the greatest!

The Perfect Study Area!

Preparing for our Visitor

We are having an exchange student come to live with us later this summer.  We have to clean up the spare bedroom and make room for her.  Like most guest rooms, it is the place we store a lot of "stuff".

I bought this dresser as a fix up and sell project.  However, when I got it home I could see it's potential use as a dresser/desk for our exchange student.  It has three good sized drawers, and a built in desk!

Lots of storage space and perfect for a laptop

I just love the pulls!  My daughter thinks that they are soooo ugly but I think they are wonderful!  The pull on the desk is broke.

The bottom drawer was a huge mess.  The veneer was only attached in a few areas.  After gluing, sanding, work, work, work, I just tore it off.  The drawer front under the veneer was good wood.



Dan has drilled a hole in the back of the cubby section for wiring to be pulled through for a light or laptop. 

I will post pictures of the completed project tonight!  I am so far behind, have lots of projects completed, but no time to sit on the computer!

Teawagon

This teawagon was in fairly good condition.  The finish was very worn with lots of varnish missing.  It took a lot of sanding.  The wheels were both in need of repair.

I really had trouble getting a smooth finish on the table top.  I sanded and sanded and then sanded some more. 

I am very stubborn, and finally got the result I wanted.  I painted the drawer a soft yellow.

I added a small rose bouquet

I sold this cabinet today to a young person just starting out.  She said that she was hunting for a couch but decided she wanted this cabinet more!  I really loved this cupboard.  It has such pretty carving on the front and the drawer pulls reminded me of drop ear rings.  It is a soft warm yellow (my favourite colour).  I hope that she enjoys it.