This was a bonus desk when I picked up another piece last month. The lady opened up her storage unit and I was immediately checking out what she had hiding under all her totes. You don't do that? ;) I told her I would take the piece I had originally come for and then asked her if I could have this desk, too! lol She was game and away I went with my "new"treasures! :)
Confession: When I got home I looked at it again (I think there is such a thing as "furniture goggles") and was wondering why in the world I took it. BUT, then inspiration struck and I was so glad I bought it!!
I don't think I've ever done a piece of furniture specifically with a little boy in mind (mainly cuz I love the girly stuff!). This one was just speaking to me though. I ordered some milk paint online, picked out the hardware, and couldn't wait for it to come together. I must say--
It'S AdOrAbLe!!!!
Before
After
I know I'm happy when I step back and the first thing I do is smile.
*The European Mount is actually a buck my son shot two years ago.
*The European Mount is actually a buck my son shot two years ago.
It had a horrible faux wood grain paint job, so I sanded it all off and stained it with Early American. I didn't want to go too dark with the stain and muddy up the grain. I love the tone of this with this shade of green.
Milk paint is so unpredictable and it was touch and go for this I-like-it-to-be-perfectly-smooth girl.
It has so much texture and a mind of its own! But, I decided it was time to embrace the paint and I ended up adoring it.
I've been saving these map knobs for over a year now, and FINALLY had the perfect piece for them. Seriously, I was grinning from ear to ear when I put them on! They are just "right" for this cute little desk and I added the antique brass pull to the middle to break it up a bit.
I've used milk paint a few times before and knew it could chip a little or a lot. I did end up scraping off sections and redoing them because it chipped a little too much for me. It was easy to scrape and then I simply sanded a little heavier to prep the surface because there was no way I was going to wait for the bonding agent to come in the mail!
I've never seen it turn this whitish color before though. Has anyone else seen this? I don't mind, it just looks white washed to me and adds to the layered look. I actually like it. I'm guess it has something to do with the lime in it?
I've never seen it turn this whitish color before though. Has anyone else seen this? I don't mind, it just looks white washed to me and adds to the layered look. I actually like it. I'm guess it has something to do with the lime in it?
There was a huge, ugly stain in the middle of the drawer so I raided my scrapbook paper and found enough to cover it. I used Modge Podge to adhere it. <3!!!
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Stacey @ Embracing Change
Kim @ Savvy Southern Style
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I love it, you did a great job!
ReplyDeleteGreat color, Lisa! I just love the map knobs. I think when you pick out the hardware it is almost as much fun as deciding on the paint color. It's nice to see something for a boy, too. Although, I like the girly makeovers quite a bit myself. : )
ReplyDeleteLove, love, love this! The color and stained top are just perfect!
ReplyDeleteAngela @ Number Fifty-Three
Adorable is right! I love that shade of green and it looks great with the stained wood top. And yes, the hardware is absolutely PERFECT! Nicely done Lisa!
ReplyDeleteI just love it! It is beautiful! You have THE EYE! I love the color and the knobs and the top. So adorable! Fun to try milk paint, too :O)
ReplyDeleteStacey of Embracing Change
I love keeping a wood top. Gorgeous colour too!
ReplyDeleteJoan @ nicerthannew.com
This is SO adorable. i'm ready to go out and find a wood desk to remake asap! thanks for the inspiration! http://www.handmadeintheheartland.com/
ReplyDeleteGreat job! I love the wood top and painted bottom and I can't wait to try it out. Thank you for sharing!
ReplyDeleteP.S. I found your link on Sumo's Sweet Stuff Block Party.
love the knobs! and the color is fab,
ReplyDeleteMarie @
In Our Happy Place
Another nice job...such a great idea to paper the inside of the drawers.
ReplyDeleteLove the metal chest of drawers on top of the desk, too. I got the same one for a Christmas gift and plan on using it to organize my little craft supplies!
Everything about this is beautiful. I absolutely LOVE it. Wish I needed a desk for my son's room. :-)
ReplyDeleteWow, love it....the knobs are the perfect touch.
ReplyDeleteYou have a great eye!... another beautiful piece!
ReplyDeleteIt turned out gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteLove! Still haven't tried milk paint...I'm not a huge fan of chippy, but this has just the right amount. :)
ReplyDeletexoxo
-andi
LOVE! Where I've been scouring different retailers and ebay for more unique knobs/pulls for a dresser I'm redoing. Any suggestions as to where I should try online?!
ReplyDeletei love it!!! angie from germany
ReplyDeleteI love this! I mean, absolutely love this. Those drawer pulls are fabulous!
ReplyDeleteThanks for linking up at our Twirl and Take a Bow Party. Hope to see you again tomorrow!