Thursday, April 26, 2012

70's Armoire Restyle


We're here in Disneyland having the time of our lives. I have been so dedicated to my Thursday posts that I took a minute to do it. J/K I wrote this earlier this week and am sending it in on Thursday. You thought I needed a life for a second didn't you?

It seems every morning when I go to check my Etsy messages, they are always asking if I have another square armoire with drawers inside. I've learned if I come across one, just buy it. This week I worked on a really neat 70's style armoire. The cool twisting trim on the sides and huge hardware caught my eye. For some reason I just kept picturing some colorful Moroccan feel.

Of course if I think about it, a bright Moroccan look would never go in my home. Maybe not yours either. I was asked to paint this piece French Linen and Pure White, but I had never used these colors together and was hesitant. I was used to the French Linen looking a little green after the dark wax. I looked at some other ladies' amazing work with these colors online and I was sold. I was so excited to use them together! I used dark wax to age the piece and added some distressing by hand as always. The inside has been painted white and has no dark wax. I love the inside to look so clean and fresh. It just brightens my day.




Linking back to... 
fadedcharmcottage.blogspot.com 
savvysouthernstyle.blogspot.com
primitiveandproper.blogspot.com
kammyskorner.blogspot.com
www.bystephanielynn.com

13 comments:

  1. What a beautiful piece.Enjoy your time at Disneyland.We are closer to Disney world and it is one of my favorite places to go.
    Anne

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  2. It looks really great, love the color choices :)

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  3. LOVE It! You did a fantastic job on this armoire..

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  4. That was a huge piece to tackle! Large pieces scare me : ) It looks great - a total transformation!

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  5. This is just a stunning makeover. I love the two tone look! I must give this a try...

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  6. You did a fabulous job on this piece. It is amazing how things can be transformed now-a-days. Love it and thanks for sharing.

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  7. that looks awesome! what a difference!

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  8. I was brought here by the link to your blog at Kathleen's White Wednesday post.
    Your armoire makeover is superb. great job.
    rita

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  9. Love, love, love this redo! Now let's all go raid our parent's basements and garages!

    Tanya :)

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