A Gorgeous Teal Green Dresser Furniture Makeover #5 of My Series

Confession...

I didn't want this dresser when I first saw it...walked right past it, actually.

I'm SOOO glad I went back and bought this dresser! It was the perfect piece to do this finish on.  The grain of the wood, the drawers ad hardware all together allowed me to create this patina with the color scheme I chose.  

This is the fifth piece in my series, all inspired by the rustic, old doors I see in images from Europe and all over the world.  The colors grab me, make me feel like I'm there, on vacation. Well, I love that, love it so much, I have a board on Pinterest titled, Doors. The image above is the one that inspired this colour palette. 

I also painted the canvas art to be included in the purchase of the dresser...#BONUS.

The broken light fixtures were a contribution from my husband.  I think they make great styling props!

I love me some malachite and marble!  Both of those rolls of gift wrap were left over from previous makeovers. 

I hope you enjoy this furniture makeover.  I find the colours absolutely mesmerizing.

As of now, this dresser is available on my Etsy shop, The Turquoise Iris. 

~Dionne

My First Time to Use Heirloom Traditions Paint, Furniture Makeover in Navy and Coral

I was contacted by Paula with Heirloom Traditions Paint. She asked if I'd be interested in trying their paint. Well, sure!! I've heard wonderful things about the coverage and the line has so many beautiful colors, too. I chose 'Ol Navy from the Vintiques and Quite Coral from HTP. I also ordered the Oxidized Patina wax,  Burnt Umber Wax and the Ancient Agings Dust. 

Have a look at my result!

I couldn't decide which color to paint this desk so I just used everything, because why not, right?!?!

I brushed some of the patina wax over the hardware, also.

I started staging this piece and nothing I had as far as art worked so I paused...grabbed the brushes full of paint and made my own little floral abstract!  

This desk / vanity is listed for sale on my Etsy shop, The Turquoise Iris.

Thank you for viewing, hope you enjoy!  

Dionne

Hand Painted Wardrobe to Compliment Any Colour Scheme Before & After

This is #3 in my series of pieces inspired by the old doors of Europe.  I added the picture below to show you the door that inspired the paint colors, style, etc.

This is four paint colors and two stain colors. It's so fun to see how they all work together.  I never really know how my vision will all come together until I really stand back and have a good look.

Here is the BEFORE photo.

The door on the left was my inspiration.  I opted for more blue in my piece but the idea was similar. I absolutely LOVE the finish. 

Time to get started on the next one!

Dionne

Gorgeous Vintage Turquoise Chest & a Short Video Clip

This is the second piece of the five I'm painting in cold color inspired by old doors from around the world.  I'm always pinning images to my "doors" board on Pinterest. So, I asked myself why do I love these so much and my answer is the colors, the authentic look of wear and the structural shapes of the doors themselves.  Painting like this and dreaming about my next makeover keeps my brain energized and fulfills my creative nature.  

Have a look!

When I began staging, I looked around everywhere and could not come up with the perfect art piece for the wall.  So, I ran to Hobby Lobby for a canvas and made my own using the colors from the dresser. 

BEFORE & AFTER

Like the first of this series, this dresser sold in just a few minutes of being listed on my Etsy shop!  I have so many great customers!!!

Thank you and have a wonderful day!,

~Dionne

Coral Mini Wardrobe with Teal Accents Furniture Makeover

I'm back!!!

I've been busy working on quite a few custom commissioned pieces.  

Now that those are done,  I've started a series of 5 new furniture makeovers.  

All of these are inspired by doors, old European doors.  You know the ones all over Pinterest...colorful, perfectly aged and full of authentic charm. 

I used four different colors on this mini wardrobe, all of which are complimentary. This style allows me to explore my creativity more than any other.  I think this is why love it so.

I cleaned out my paint cabinets and made some wall art! 

This photo's loaded with my DIY projects!

BEFORE 

The inside...I wanted it to really pop when the door opens.  This paper helped me decide on my color choices, thank you Spoonflower!

Stay tuned!  I'll have new makeovers posted soon. 

p.s. This piece sold after a few hours of being online so that's why I haven't posted my Etsy link.

Thanks so much,

Dionne