When White Jumps Up and Bites You on the Derriere

     If you've followed me for awhile, you have noticed I don't paint furniture white very often. It's not that I don't like white, but I know white furniture is easier to find...in furniture stores, that is. I've prided myself on using colour and not shying away from the boldness it brings. 

However, this buffet is all white.  I take that back - I used a creme to highlight the details and bring out the original charm. Friends, I can't stop looking at this buffet now.  I adore the one cobalt blue agate knob, it's a crowning jewel on a tired piece once stowed away in a garage. 

The turquoise marble paper adds a simple but elegant look to the single drawer. 

"There is a kind of beauty in imperfection".

~Conrad Hall

I can say for sure, you will see me painting with white more often, 

Happy Saturday!:-)

~Dionne

Blue Mini Hutch Makeover

 Isn't this the cutest cabinet you've ever seen?!?! It really was beautiful before but I love how paint and distressing helps to highlight the bones of this piece.

:: Before & After ::

This agate knob was my inspiration for choosing a color to paint this piece.  I mean...do you see all the variation in that knob? So gorgeous!!!!

I can see this piece being used in an entry way / foyer bur I'd love to see it as a mini bar. I've listed it on my Etsy shop, HERE. 

Thanks,

~Dionne

Navy Blue Hutch with Decoupage Drawers

I'm convinced paint as magical powers.  Look how simply it transforms the ordinary and brings new life to a discarded "garage sale find".

It's hard to see from this photo, but I added a white wash finish to the interior of the cabinet.

The drawers are covered in paper.  I custom mixed these two paint colors to coordinate and I love how the image pulls the whole look together. 

Before & After

Happy Fri- Yay! 

~Dionne

Dark Blue and Gold Antique Cabinet

Isn't she lovely? This color is a "mis-tint" I bought from Lowe's.  I'm not sure why the person didn't want this particular color, but it worked out for me very nicely.  This shade of blue is classic and timeless, don't you think? I added the gold to enhance the braid work on the cabinet doors.  

This piece sold before I had a chance to paint it!  I really wanted to use this color again and lucky for me,  my client agreed on the color. Hope you enjoy!

~~Dionne

Ombre` Buffet in Shades of Green

Being a furniture artist / painter is so much fun for me!  I get to paint fun and original pieces like this buffet.  Seriously, pinch me now!

I hope you all enjoy this furniture makeover.  Please share and forward to anyone you think needs a piece like this in their home!

~Dionne 

Charcoal Gray Vintage Cabinet with Tribal Accent Paper

This mid century cabinet turned out better than I expected!! I've stared at it for weeks in the store and finally it hit me... gray paint, black and white tribal paper and these great orange crab pulls! I can see this in a bathroom, an office, a playroom, or really just anywhere. It's a statement piece without being too obtrusive.

I added the two orange crab knobs for a more juvenile look but the buyer will be able to choose the original brass ones if they prefer.  

Enjoy your week, my friends!

~Dionne

Gray & White Hutch with Aviary Paper

I agree, this hutch was beautiful before I painted it. I waited almost 4 months to purchase it from the thrift shop...4 MONTHS!!! Nobody wanted it as is so I'm hoping now someone will want to have it in their home. 

These knobs are from Anthropologie, paper from Spoonflower.

 

This was such a fun piece to work on.  I love all the details...I just tried to highlight all of it.

Happy Friday, Friends!

~Dionne

Ombre Hutch in Turquoise & Blue

I don't know why I even bother painting any other colors.  These make my heart sing. I removed the original doors for more versatility. Now this could be used as a book shelf in an office or playroom. 

I made a big ugly mess in the garage, used 5 different colors, created a one of a kind piece of furniture and had a blast in the process! That's success in my book.

I've already received so much positive feedback today through social media.  I can't seem to thank you all enough for all the encouragement I receive on a daily basis. I am left feeling so motivated to continue this journey I'm on. This piece is available HERE on my Etsy shop. 

I'm linking this makeover to Miss Mustard Seed's Friday Furniture Feature! Click the link and sit back and enjoy all the wonderful makeovers.

Thank you, Friends! T purchase this dresser, view it here on my Etsy shop, https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheTurquoiseIris?ref=hdr_shop_menu 

~Dionne