Wednesday, February 29, 2012

I'm at it again!

 I know some of you might think why did she paint this. I still like the look of the before but I just needed a change. I know you guys know that feeling:)
The Before...
And the After... 
  I love how this little piece turned out! I used AS Old Ochre on the whole piece and then CoCo on all the trim. Then I sanded and applied both the clear and dark waxes.
  It goes so much better with my mirror too.
 Hummm.....I wonder what's next?
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63 comments:

Anonymous said...

Girl, what kind of vitamins do you take? :) I love it and it's such a pretty piece but I love the new color you've added to it! :) You're amazing.
Be a sweetie,
Shelia ;)

Debbiedoos said...

I LOVE how that turned out Martina. You are right it goes so much nicer with the mirror. You are a on a roll girl!

Tammy said...

I love it, and I totally understand the feeling of wanting a change! It looks so nice under that mirror! Great job!

Sonya@Beyond the Screen Door said...

I know the feeling well! I love the new look of your little table. You did a great job on the finish!

Kim @ Savvy Southern Style said...

I love it and I love your stair runner.

Debra@CommonGround said...

Hi Martina, I really love the new look! your mirror is just gorgeous, too!

Jeriel said...

I LOVE the color!! I think that is a perfect little spot for it too!

Kelly said...

That turned out so pretty! I like it better with your paint job. You did a nice job making it have that layered look and distressed.

Deserae said...

It looks beautiful...love the new color!
~Des

Bliss said...

I'm actually a fan of the after, so I won't complain about it getting painted.

~Bliss~

Penny from Enjoying The Simple Things said...

It turned out wonderful! Love the colors.

Sunflowers With Smiles said...

Love it! Looks wonderful!

Rooms by Ann said...

I love the new color, The mirror is gorgeous.Thank for sharing.

Kim said...

Love it Martina. You chose the perfect colors.

Kim said...

Love it Martina. You chose the perfect colors.

Tammy@Beatrice Banks said...

I really love the paint job you gave this piece! Doesn't even look the same. So pretty!

Kathy @ Creative Home Expressions said...

What a pretty little piece, Martina! I love the two colors you chose to do it in!

Amy Chalmers said...

Those colors look so great together. Love it!

DIYbyDesign said...

I just love it. It's great when you can change something up and get a whole new look. Love the rocks in the jar as well.

Blondie's Journal said...

Oh! I love this piece, Martina! You did a really great job with it, too! And it does look good with your mirror!

XO,
Jane

chateau chic said...

Oooh la la! So much better. I really like your change. Yup, we're all about changing things up, especially with spring around the corner.
Mary Alice

Linda said...

You go girl...
I love it.

Gina said...

I love the way it turned out! It was pretty before, but I like this even better.

Unknown said...

Your little cabinet looks so sweet in the new colour. Sometimes we just need a change, or the colour is no longer working so out comes the paint. The styling with the mirror is very pretty too.

Unknown said...

Oh, and I tea stained two old paperbacks and tied them with twine last week. I just need to take photos and share them.

Cindy said...

I do know that feeling and I love what you have done, very pretty!
It looks wonderful with your mirror.
The colors of the finishes are so pretty together.
Hugs, Cindy

Shabby chic Sandy said...

Really nice piece--you did a great job on it and it fits perfectly into its new spot!

Barb said...

Perfectly gorgeous, Martina. I love it where you have placed it.

Barb ♥

Anita at Cedar Hill said...

before = nice
after = awesomeness!!

Unknown said...

So cute! Are you still in the painting mood? I have a few projects...
XO Cindy

Jane@Cottage at the Crossroads said...

I love your redo! It looks just perfect underneath that mirror.

Jennifer @ Town and Country Living said...

Hi Martina! I love the transformation. The color combo you chose is really pretty. And I agree, it looks better with your mirror.

Linda (Nina's Nest) said...

Love it, Martina! You did a great job....the color choices are perfect.....and it is MUCH more charming. Linda

NanaDiana said...

I love it, Martina. Once you take that big gulp and slap the first brush load of paint on it is all uphill, isn't it? I have a hard time sometimes allowing myself to paint a piece I have always loved. GREAT JOB...love the color choices and now it really reflects YOU! xo Diana

Linda@Coastal Charm said...

Wonderful color combo...it looks outstanding!

Blessings,
Linda

Vickie @ Ranger 911 said...

What a pretty color combination! That spot next to the staircase was made for that piece!

Miss Kitty said...

Wow! It was a nice piece before but now it has so much personality and charm. Great job! I saw your post over at Savvy Southern Style blog party.

Shabby Sweet Tea said...

So pretty! You did a great job with distressing the piece.

http://shabbysweettea.com

Kim @ French Country Antiques said...

I really love how this piece turned out. I'll have to try these ASCP colors.

Ceekay-THINKIN of HOME said...

Love the books tied up with string! I wish I had a bit of your energy!!

Glenda @ Magnolia Bend Drive said...

Love those two colors together. Looks so classy.

Ramblings of a Southern Girl ~ Rhonda G said...

Great combination of colors! And it does compliment your mirror perfectly! :)

Amanda said...

The little cabinet looks absolutely lovely in it's new AS colors! Great work! I have pinned this to my "Paint it Annie" inspiration board! Thanks so much for sharing!
Best Wishes and Blessings,
Amanda

Christine @ Stonehouse Living said...

Oh Martina,
You were right to change it!
I love the new colour combination...Wow!
It is just beautiful...
All the Best,
Christine

Honey at 2805 said...

Lovely job, Martina, and such a pretty color combination!

Gail said...

Great job Martina! I love the before and I love the after!

Blue Creek Home said...

It was fine before but it looks so cute now! I love it!
Rhonda

Becca Bertotti said...

Looks awesome, Martina !! You chose the perfect color, and, you're right ... looks beautiful with your mirror, too !! Another fabulous redo.

Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your Home said...

Wow Martina! Such a darling little table and it looks wonderful painted...the colors you used are perfect! Really turned out beautifully!

The French Hutch said...

Hi Martina, I love the new color on this piece. This color just makes me swoon. Looks gorgeous in this spot with the mirror.
Love the header……..Enjoy your evening.

~Emily
The French Hutch

Pamela said...

Martina it looks fabulous! I love the color combo you chose. Funny thing is that the design of it originally is what inspired me for our kitchen island. Love it!

Andrea at Opulent Cottage said...

Such a dreamy little piece! I really need one of these, in several different places. It's fab! Great inspiration,
xo, Andrea

Sharon Lee Johnson said...

It is such a cute little cabinet and you've made it even cuter. Love the vignette on the top. x Sharon

Charlene said...

I'm not wondering why you painted it... #1 Because you wanted to. #2 You had a vision # Because you could & YOU DID A GREAT JOB!
Charlene

Karen (Back Road Journal) said...

I am so happy to have discovered your beautiful blog. You are right, your painted piece does seem to go better with your mirror. I'll definitely be back to see more of your lovely creations.

Ivy and Elephants said...

Martina,
You are amazing. I don't know how you do it...but I am so glad that you do. The piece is gorgeous. Thanks for sharing!

Paula

Unknown said...

Martina,

You did the most beautiful job painting and distressing this piece! I just love it! Looks like a million bucks!

Shelly

Unknown said...

LOVE YOUR LITTLE TABLE AND I WOULD LOVE TO FEATURE IT. IF THAT WOULD BE OK WITH YOU PLEASE LET ME KNOW.
LAUREN

Korrie@RedHenHome said...

This turned out beautifully! You do a terrific job with your distressing.

reFresh reStyle said...

I have got to get some CoCo, that is an amazing transformation!
Debbie

Sherry @ No Minimalist Here said...

Beautiful, Martina! The piece has so much character now...Love it.
Hugs, Sherry

Ann said...

Love the transformation! Thanks for sharing at Restyled Sundays.

Laura Bright said...

I love this piece. You were my inspiration peice and I just mentioned you in my blog. :)
whimsicalperspective.com

Laura

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