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Thursday, May 30, 2013

Depression Era Hutch II

I loved the first antique hutch I found. I always wish I had two of everything, so I can see what they would look like painted differently. I haven't been able to find very many good pieces lately so I practically jumped off my couch when I saw this beauty on CL!

I listed it as a piece available for refinishing even though I already had an idea what I wanted to do with it. It sold right away and I was a little bummed because I didn't think I would get my way (haha ;) ). Well, fate was smiling down on me again and my client and I were on the same page, so I got to do it how I wanted and have it sell right away!! Woo hoo! :)

Before

After

You know what I'm going to say, right? I la-la-la love it!!!

Check out all those yummy legs!!

She picked out a picture of a hutch done in Old White and Coco (ASCP) and I took it to Sherwin Williams and found colors that were close. I ended up using Decor White and Virtual Taupe. I loved the taupe but it was a little blah so I stained over it Dark Walnut and it made the color so rich. It looks so good against all that creamy white.

Check out these stunning knobs. There was no way I was going to change out this hardware. They were looking a little rough so I just went over them with some Danish Oil in Dark Walnut. It's a stain and sealer in one, so I just wiped on and wiped off. Easy peasy!

She wanted a pop of color inside so I used Duck Egg (the real thing). When they built it they actually put the shelves in and then put the back on and let me tell you this is one solid piece off furniture--there was no way that back was coming off! The shelves wouldn't come out so I had to paint around them. Not so fun.

This is so my favorite part of the whole thing! She has a great curvy skirt and this perfect little detail to set it off.

Have a fantastic weekend!!

This hutch was featured by Karen @ Redoux
Nita @ Mod Vintage Life
Mary @ Boogieboard Cottage
Sharon & Denise @ BeBetsy
Nancy @ Artsy Chicks Rule
Kelly & Kristi @ Lolly Jane
Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.
Deborah @ Green Willow Pond
Handy Man Crafty Woman

thanks so much ladies!

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Thursday, May 23, 2013

Going French

I mentioned last week that my mom was coming to visit me. Well, she's gone already and I can't believe how quickly time goes by when I spend time with her.

I just want to say that I have the best mommy!

A tradition of ours is to go flower shopping when she's here. Last year she wasn't able to come and I had to do it by myself and it was no fun at all! I'm so thankful we could go together this year! Check out part of our haul!

This just makes me happy. :)

She helped me plant and my yard looks 1000 x's better. Thank you mom!! Just wish I could go home with her and return the favor! :(

When we were done I asked her if she wanted to run into Goodwill with me and, of course, she said "Sure." cuz that's how good she is to me. ;) We were in there for about 3 minutes and I found this cute little table with Queen Anne legs (you know how I love legs!). I scooped that baby up and off we went.

Before

After

I'm normally not a fan of "the fan" :), but I think it's such a great little detail on this table.

Seriously, there is just nothing like a pretty leg and she's got them (and cute little feet to boot!). I made my mom rub them (lol!) and she said, "They do feel nice!" Shhhh....don't tell! :)

I had originally wanted to leave the top natural and just stain it dark (it actually had a pretty pattern in the veneer), but there were icky little spots after I had sanded and stained it. I decided that leaving it natural was not an option so I decided to use my favorite stencil on it from Maison De Stencils. I'm actually glad my original idea didn't work out! I love how this looks.

I did one thin coat of cream over the parts I wanted to highlight and then sanded them back. My son walked into the room before I had distressed it and said, "Is that just the first coat of the white stuff?" I said, "Yes." He said, "Oh, that's good, cuz it's ugly!" lol

Moral of the story? If you hate it when you start. Keep going. If you hate it in the middle. Keep going. If you hate it when it's done. Repaint. :) It is very typical for me not to love a piece until it's distressed and the hardware is on. I don't really like the look of new paint, but I recognize this about me, so I've stopped freaking out when it's painted and I hate it still. I just tell myself it's like deep cleaning--things always look a mess before they look better. :)