Monday, November 19, 2012

Lucketts Green/The Reveal

 Hi friends!
I hope you all had a wonderful weekend! The desk is done and is finally in it's new home!!
 Remember the Before...
 Not only was this my first Craigslist purchase but also my first time using milk paint.
MMS Lucketts green is such a pretty color and I love it even more when the dark wax is applied.
I wanted antique looking knobs, I found these online at my knobs.com.
 I didn't want this piece super chippy, so I added the bonding agent when I mixed the paint. I did however do a few small areas without it just to see what would happen and I was happy with the result. I also needed a spot to hide the tower, so the hubs removed the two draws that were here and it was a perfect fit!
 
I sanded the old finish off the top using my electric hand sander, and restained it in a dark walnut.
 A Before & After...


 Love how this piece turned out!
 Now I just have to find a small antique chair and a small lamp, have the hubby hook my new computer up and this will be my new spot to blog.
Thanks so much for stopping by!!

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79 comments:

  1. Jennifer @ Decorated ChaosNovember 18, 2012 at 8:30 PM

    Your desk turned out wonderful! It is gorgeous!

    Jennifer @ Decorated Chaos

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  2. SuzanneNovember 18, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    LOVELY! You did a great job!

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  3. Linda@Coastal CharmNovember 18, 2012 at 8:41 PM

    Martina,
    This is one beautiful makeover...looks like you have a great place to blog with us. Wishing you and your family a wonderful Thanksgiving!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  4. The Tuscan HomeNovember 18, 2012 at 8:43 PM

    Beautiful, I love the color, you did a fantastic job! xoxo ~Liz

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  5. RonNovember 18, 2012 at 8:53 PM

    I love it, Martina! You did an awesome job. xo

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  6. DawnNovember 18, 2012 at 8:59 PM

    It's perfect, the color, the size and where you put it. Great idea to remove the drawers for the computer tower.

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  7. micheleNovember 18, 2012 at 9:11 PM

    it's an incredibly beautiful transformation! i love it.

    bravo!

    smiles and happy almost-thanksgiving, lovely blogger.

    michele

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  8. NanaDianaNovember 18, 2012 at 9:13 PM

    Martina-That looks great! You did an amazing job on that piece. What really gets me is how perfectly it fits that space. Good luck finding a chair and lamp. It looks like a great blogging spot! xo Diana

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  9. Ramblings of a Southern Girl ~ Rhonda GNovember 18, 2012 at 9:21 PM

    The transformation is beautiful! Love the green! Great piece! :)

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  10. Designing DomesticityNovember 18, 2012 at 9:34 PM

    Wow, it looks like a totally different piece. A serious transformation. And a perfect fit for your spot and your computer. Beautiful! Thanks for sharing, liz

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  11. UnknownNovember 18, 2012 at 9:36 PM

    Martina, what a beautiful transformation! I love the color and the hardware and the distressing is wonderful. What a great spot to blog!

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  12. Daniela @Frugal Aint CheapNovember 18, 2012 at 9:39 PM

    your new blogging spot is really pretty. What a transformation on that desk!

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  13. Shabby chic SandyNovember 18, 2012 at 9:40 PM

    What an improvement--doesn't even look like the same desk!

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  14. Something Nice and PrettyNovember 18, 2012 at 10:00 PM

    I love the idea of the drawers removed for the tower...great idea!
    The Luckett's green is such a pretty color...great job on the desk!

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  15. foreverdecoratingNovember 18, 2012 at 10:16 PM

    Aah, and the perfect place that just fits! Beautiful job.

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  16. Finding HomeNovember 18, 2012 at 10:16 PM

    What a transformation and what a perfect fit!

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  17. Pat@Life At Lydias HouseNovember 18, 2012 at 10:25 PM

    Wow! What a transformation! It looks wonderful and you did a great job!

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  18. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleNovember 18, 2012 at 10:26 PM

    That looks great, Martina. I used that paint today on a piece of furniture, too. We are still joined at the hip. lol

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  19. DeseraeNovember 18, 2012 at 10:55 PM

    Gorgeous....love the color!!! Have a Happy Thanksgiving :o)
    ~Des

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  20. AnonymousNovember 18, 2012 at 11:01 PM

    Martina! Your desk turned out just beautifully! It looks like it was specially built for that space. Love the color and the wood stained top. You do such a great job. I wish you and your family a blessed Thanksgiving.
    be a sweetie,
    shelia ;)

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  21. AnonymousNovember 18, 2012 at 11:01 PM

    looks great and fills that spot perfect!

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  22. Yvonne @ StoneGableNovember 19, 2012 at 12:06 AM

    Martina, I love your "new" desk! YOu did a fabulous job painting it. I really like the effect with the bonding agent. What did you use? And I see you have found the perfect place for your desk too!
    Thanks for the link to knobs.com. Gotta check it out!!!
    Wonderful piece and a marvelous transformation.
    Hope to see it at TUTORIALS TIPS AND TIDBITS!

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  23. ChristyNovember 19, 2012 at 12:11 AM

    Wow! What an amazing transformation! I stopped by from Under the Table and Dreaming. Love what you did with the desk! It's beautiful.

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  24. Athena at Minerva's GardenNovember 19, 2012 at 12:23 AM

    What a dramatic change to your desk--it's lovely! I love the dark stained top in contrast with the pretty pain color on bottom.

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  25. Sharon Lee JohnsonNovember 19, 2012 at 12:26 AM

    What a perfect fit and such a good idea removing the drawers! Now I will be able to picture you sitting there creating your blog posts! x Sharon

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  26. Joy@aVintageGreenNovember 19, 2012 at 2:01 AM

    Such a perfect fit. Light everywhere. Great idea for the tower. Love, love, love Lucketts Green.
    Joy

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  27. Debbie @ MeandMyDIYNovember 19, 2012 at 2:18 AM

    Martina, you took that desk and really turned it into a thing of beauty. I love the antique pulls. And thanks so much for including the source. What a cozy and beautiful place to blog. Lucky you!

    Debbie

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  28. Sanghamitra Bhattacherjee(Mukherjee)November 19, 2012 at 6:25 AM

    Great idea! It looks so beautiful.
    Thanks for sharing.
    Hope to see you on my blog:)

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  29. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsNovember 19, 2012 at 6:51 AM

    It turned out beautifully, Martina! I love the new hardware you added, too. It fits perfectly in that spot. The color reminds me of Duck Egg, which is one of my favorite colors. Love the stained top. Great makeover!

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  30. DebbiedoosNovember 19, 2012 at 7:19 AM

    Oh Martina, you did a fabulous job. I have been waiting to see what you did with that old desk..amazing job indeed. Love the color and where you put it is perfect. Thanks for sharing.

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  31. DebbiedoosNovember 19, 2012 at 7:20 AM

    oops..could you add my link too Martina:) thanks

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  32. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsNovember 19, 2012 at 7:25 AM

    Martina! It turned out wonderful. What a great place to blog from.

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  33. Restore and RenewNovember 19, 2012 at 8:31 AM

    Smart idea, great colour. I love that little spot you have for it. Visiting through Debbie - Doos Link party

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  34. chateau chicNovember 19, 2012 at 8:47 AM

    Martina, I LOVE how our desk turned out! You did a beautiful job on it. Great little spot to use for your office.
    Mary Alice

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  35. Linda November 19, 2012 at 9:25 AM

    PERFECT!!!! Love it Martina!!

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  36. AnonymousNovember 19, 2012 at 10:10 AM

    Your desk looks fabulous! You did a beautiful job.

    Kathy

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  37. OliveNovember 19, 2012 at 10:26 AM

    You completely transformed that desk. It will be a beautiful place to blog from. xo, olive

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  38. Linda (Nina's Nest)November 19, 2012 at 10:34 AM

    Wpw - gorgeous! Linda

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  39. BlissNovember 19, 2012 at 10:40 AM

    It was pretty sweet of that desk builder to size it perfect all those years ago for both your area and your computer tower. Not to mention your finish on the whole thing looks great.

    Bliss

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  40. KellyNovember 19, 2012 at 10:44 AM

    That's a great makeover! It looks completely different from the way you found it! I can't get over how it just fits so perfectly in that spot upstairs too. Changing the color and the knobs gave that desk a much needed update.

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  41. Laurie | Love Your SurroundingsNovember 19, 2012 at 11:32 AM

    This looks fantastic! You wouldn't guess it was the same desk. Great idea removing the two drawers for the computer tower! Stopping by via Debbiedoo's.
    http://www.the-finishing-touches.net/

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  42. ScribblerNovember 19, 2012 at 11:44 AM

    Quite a transformation! One would never know that this was the same piece of furniture.

    Clever guy, to remove those two drawers. BTW, I like the way you used the balcony area for your blogging desk -- great use of the space1

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  43. Wild Oak DesignsNovember 19, 2012 at 11:47 AM

    LOve it!
    thanks for the note on where to get knobs....and I can't believe you found a desk that fit that site so perfectly! What a score.
    Congrats on a great job.
    Nancy
    htttp://wildoakdesigns.blogspot.com

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  44. The Charm of HomeNovember 19, 2012 at 12:28 PM

    What a great spot for you lovely new desk! Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
    Sherry

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  45. Shirley@Housepitality DesignsNovember 19, 2012 at 12:35 PM

    Fantastic table....I so love the Lucketts green color...you did a wonderful job!!...Happy Thanksgiving!!

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  46. thistlewoodfarmNovember 19, 2012 at 1:25 PM

    Martina,

    What a beautiful desk....I love the color of the piece and it looks amazing set into the alcove!

    blessings,
    karianne

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  47. DIYbyDesignNovember 19, 2012 at 2:00 PM

    I love it. I think the color is just beautiful. Very clever to remove the drawers to fit the tower. I love the new handles too. Have a wonderful Thanksgiving.

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  48. Becca BertottiNovember 19, 2012 at 2:40 PM

    Gorgeous, Martina! You did an absolutely incredible job. I love the new paint ... just might have to try! Again ... love it! Happy Thanksgiving.

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  49. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRNovember 19, 2012 at 3:37 PM

    Wow, Martina, this turned out great! Love the color! Wishing you and your family a very Happy Thanksgiving!

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  50. AnonymousNovember 19, 2012 at 3:54 PM

    I love it! I wish it were mine and I wish I had your talent. I always love seeing what you have up your sleeve next. Another great project!

    Donna

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  51. On Crooked CreekNovember 19, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    Martina,
    WoW!!! What a magnificient transformation on your Craig's List Desk!!! Lovin' every detail and the hue of your paint choice is stunning!!! The removal of the drawers was indeed creative!!! Be sure to post when you have your chair and lamp in place! Happy blogging at your new desk!!!
    Fondly,
    Pat
    P.S. visiting from Susan's MM!!!

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  52. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideNovember 19, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    It turned out beautiful! It's a perfect fit for that spot!

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  53. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideNovember 19, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    It turned out beautiful! It's a perfect fit for that spot!

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  54. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideNovember 19, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    It turned out beautiful! It's a perfect fit for that spot!

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  55. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideNovember 19, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    It turned out beautiful! It's a perfect fit for that spot!

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  56. Tammy @ A Walk in the CountrysideNovember 19, 2012 at 5:35 PM

    It turned out beautiful! It's a perfect fit for that spot!

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  57. Pat@BPMNovember 19, 2012 at 7:27 PM

    I love the color Martina! It fits perfectly there. Wonderful makeover!

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  58. Barbara @ 21 Rosemary LaneNovember 19, 2012 at 7:30 PM

    Oh Martina this came out fabulous! What a huge difference. I love the color and the dark maple top. I did a desk similar to yours and I love do it. I think your choices here are spot on from the way you finished the piece all the way to where it is now living...just gorgeous!!!
    Have a great week and a very happy Thanksgiving to you and your!!!
    XO Barbara

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  59. UnknownNovember 19, 2012 at 10:09 PM

    So darn cute! It fits perfectly in that little space. You did a great job!

    Happy Thanksgiving!

    ~Liz

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  60. Larissa @ The House on HarrisonNovember 19, 2012 at 11:31 PM

    Wow! Very pretty. I've been itching to get my hands on some MMS paint. Now I want to try it even more. Nice job!

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  61. Divine TheatreNovember 20, 2012 at 8:20 AM

    Wow, Martina! You gave that desk a soul! It is so PERFECT! The color, the shape, the jewelry...
    I am inspired!

    xo
    Andie

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  62. Leslie HarrisNovember 20, 2012 at 11:37 AM

    OMG. There's already 61 comments here. Martina, I think that qualifies you as a blogger rock star. tee hee. I stopped by to wish you a Happy Thanksgiving and I absolutely love what you did with the desk. What a great top too. I like that you went really dark, its a perfect contrast with that shade of green.
    Blessings,
    Leslie (aka Gwen Moss)

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  63. UnknownNovember 20, 2012 at 5:44 PM

    That's an awesome re-do! The green paint color is fabulous and the knobs look just perfect with the new color. Can't wait to see the chair and lamp that you pair with it. Happy Thanksgiving ya'll from Houston!

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  64. Ann-Marie ~ BramblyNovember 20, 2012 at 6:10 PM

    Looks terrific and I love where you placed it. I must say, I really love the contrasting piece in your woodfloors as well!

    Ann-Marie

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  65. Rosemary@villabarnesNovember 20, 2012 at 6:27 PM

    Fantastic transformation, Martina! Great vision with the color, and handles.

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  66. AnneNovember 20, 2012 at 6:34 PM

    Martina you desk turned out so pretty! Wow what a transformation! I can't wait to try that color! That desk is a perfect fit in your space too!Have a wonderful Thanksgiving!
    xx
    Anne

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  67. Jennifer @ Dimples and TanglesNovember 20, 2012 at 7:24 PM

    I had to go back and make sure I was looking at the same piece! That was SO smart to convert the drawer space into a spot for your computer. And, the color is gorgeous....and the hardware! Nice job, Martina!

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  68. Andrea at Opulent CottageNovember 20, 2012 at 7:45 PM

    I cannot believe that is the same piece!! Amazing, really. What a great little spot for it too! You sure did that desk proud Martina!
    xo, Andrea

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  69. Maria ElenaNovember 20, 2012 at 9:52 PM

    What a gorgeous transformation! Love, love the color! Happy Thanksgiving to you and your family!

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  70. Shannon FoxNovember 21, 2012 at 3:06 AM

    It's a very pretty makeover Martina. Great CL find :) The new color really is lovely.

    Happy Thanksgiving :)

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  71. Lee Caroline - A World of InspirationNovember 21, 2012 at 4:17 AM

    I hopped over from Savvy Southern style, your desk is surely one of the best makeovers I have seen and I love the clever idea to remove those drawers to house your computer hard drive.

    Fabulous!

    Lee :)

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  72. J9sHappinessNovember 21, 2012 at 6:15 AM

    What a great makeover - and it fits that space perfectly!! I love making over furniture. I found your blog through the linky party and am new to blogging! Thanks for sharing, J9 x

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  73. At Rivercrest CottageNovember 22, 2012 at 5:47 AM

    the finish you did is perfect and the nook is adorable. I love how it fits right in.

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  74. Debra@CommonGroundNovember 25, 2012 at 10:44 AM

    wow, what a transformation, it just perfect in that spot. great job!!!

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  75. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.November 25, 2012 at 7:11 PM

    What a wonderful new blogging spot! Your desk turned out beautifully!

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  76. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereNovember 25, 2012 at 8:40 PM

    Martina, love the color and the transformation is beautiful. Thanks for linking to the Open House party.

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  77. MariaelenaNovember 26, 2012 at 3:20 AM

    PURE LOVE!!!...I want it...xo, Mariaelena

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  78. MONICA LIVASNovember 6, 2013 at 7:25 AM

    Great change! You did a fantastic job!

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  79. ShannaMadeSeptember 14, 2016 at 5:49 PM

    Love how this turned out!

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I love reading your comments! Thanks so much for stopping by, Martina