Thursday, July 21, 2011

A Dresser Makeover

I've wanted to paint the dressers in Victoria's room for some time now just couldn't find the time! Well yesterday I got to it. One down and one more to go!! Of course I used AS chalk paint, I painted it in old white and then lightly distressed it and applied the clear wax.                      

                          Here's the Before



Added these cute knobs from Hobby Lobby. I used these small green ones on the top 3 draws and then the larger ones with the green polka dots on the 2 bottom drawers.












               Tomorrow I'll work on this one!

Hope you all are having a great week and staying cool! Thanks so much for stopping by, Martina

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41 comments:

  1. Sissie's Shabby CottageJuly 20, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    Very sweet. I love it. The little knobs are perfect and so cute.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  2. GinaJuly 20, 2011 at 8:28 PM

    This looks great Martina! I have to laugh because I just posted a desk I painted for my daughter with AS Old White & the same polka dotted knobs...but in purple! I guess great minds think alike, right? ;D

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  3. xinexJuly 20, 2011 at 8:33 PM

    It looks so good, Martina. I love it!...Christine

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  4. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementJuly 20, 2011 at 8:36 PM

    Very cute Martina! I love how you lightened it up and added the fun knobs.

    Have a great day.
    Pam

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  5. The Tuscan HomeJuly 20, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    Wow, I love it, you did a phenomenal job on it! I love the distressed areas, very charming. Thanks for sharing! XO ~Liz

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  6. AnonymousJuly 20, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    Hi Martina,

    Did you have to primer the dresser first? Looks great! Thanks for sharing! Kim

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  7. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJuly 20, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    Super cute, Martina.

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  8. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJuly 20, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    I have two pieces that are similar wood, Martina, and I'm glad to see they will turn out this nicely painted. They are on my list of pieces to eventually paint. Nicely done and I love it white.

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  9. UnknownJuly 20, 2011 at 9:47 PM

    Awesome job! If my memory serves me correctly, I think I recongnize these dressers as Broyhill?? I use to own that bedroom set. Gave it to me sis. Great, spacious drawers. I know your daughter will love it!

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  10. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsJuly 20, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    Love it! Those knobs are fab!

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  11. Katie @ Wildwood CreekJuly 20, 2011 at 10:19 PM

    Great makeover and love the knobs!

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  12. DebbiedoosJuly 20, 2011 at 10:47 PM

    You got the bug Martina! I knew that was going to be painted. LOOKS AWESOME! Love the cute knobs too.

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  13. Ricki TreleavenJuly 20, 2011 at 11:41 PM

    Is the chalk paint really that easy? I see all of y'all with these gorgeous transformations, but I am skeptical. I think y'all are pros, and I will screw-up a perfectly good piece of furniture.

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  14. Jan@southernjunkin'July 21, 2011 at 12:19 AM

    Great Job! Love the sweet little knobs!

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  15. Sharon Lee JohnsonJuly 21, 2011 at 1:27 AM

    Lovely job! I sometimes wonder if, in 10 years time, we will all be blogging about removing the paint from our furniture and reverting it to it's natural wood state? :) x Sharon

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  16. GailJuly 21, 2011 at 5:31 AM

    Martina, the knobs were the finishing touch on such a great make-over. I'll be ordering my chalkboard paint today as I have a whole bedroom full of furniture to paint.

    Have a wonderful day,
    Gail

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  17. {northern cottage}July 21, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    ohhhh it's SOOOO gorgeous! so very different than before!

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  18. Something Nice and PrettyJuly 21, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    That turned out great, I have to get some of that paint...maybe when I get a full pay! LOL!
    Anyway, I love the knobs and how you have the polka dot ones at the bottom! Really a great project you worked on!

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  19. AnonymousJuly 21, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    Oh, I love it.. I favour the knobs :) awesome :)

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  20. LindaJuly 21, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    Wonderful...the knobs are fantastic! It looks like a completly different dresser!

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  21. AnonymousJuly 21, 2011 at 1:38 PM

    It looks fantastic Martina! I'm always amazed at how a coat or two of paint can transform a piece of furniture. I love the distressing too and those knobs are super adorable!!

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  22. At The Picket FenceJuly 21, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    Love it Martina!! It looks so beautiful in that white and the knobs are perfect. I love that you mixed it up with the smaller ones on top and the polka dots on the bottom. Great job!
    Vanessa

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  23. AndreaJuly 21, 2011 at 5:54 PM

    Love the knobs, and the paint job is wonderful! I can't wait to get my chalk paint order...nothing will be safe in this house!

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  24. Yvonne @ StoneGableJuly 21, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    YOu turned a plain Jane into a beauty! I need to buy some AS paint! The knobs are adorable and suite your little girl's room!
    Yvonnne

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  25. CindyJuly 21, 2011 at 8:11 PM

    Hi Martina,
    What a pretty transformation! I love it, it hardly looks like the same chest of drawers.
    Cindy

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  26. The Charm of HomeJuly 21, 2011 at 8:25 PM

    Martina,
    That turned out really cute! I love it in white. I am going to paint a pine dresser I have soon. Thanks for linking it up at HSH!
    Sherry

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  27. Sarah, Three BoysJuly 21, 2011 at 10:37 PM

    It is gorgeous!! I love the knobs you chose. It looks absolutely perfect in her room. Lovely!!

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  28. PamelaJuly 21, 2011 at 10:46 PM

    Love how your dresser turned out!!! I love Old White! Since yu are an Annie Sloan fan be sure to stop by and visit!
    http://frommyfrontporchtoyours.blogspot.com/2011/07/major-announcement.html

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  29. Dear LillieJuly 22, 2011 at 12:29 AM

    Wow - it turned out beautifully, Martina! I have been dying to try that chalk paint.

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  30. SueJuly 22, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    It turned out really cute Martina!

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  31. AnaJuly 22, 2011 at 6:11 PM

    Hi Martina,
    It turned out just lovely. Love the cute little green knobs. Good luck with the other piece. Have a wonderful weekend.

    Hugs and Kisses,
    Ana

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  32. AnonymousJuly 22, 2011 at 8:32 PM

    Hi Martina
    The dresser turned out great.I love it white.I have to try the chalk paint too.Have a great weekend.

    Kathy

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  33. Donna, The Decorated HouseJuly 22, 2011 at 8:47 PM

    It turned out great. It's my favorite way to deal with the type of wood, paint it ASCP Old White!

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  34. Pam - @diy Design FanaticJuly 22, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    Looks fantastic Martina!

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  35. camiJuly 23, 2011 at 12:11 AM

    What a transformation...it was gorgeous pine before and WOW, love the white! It looks perfect and meant to be!
    Love your blog. I"m a new follower!
    x0x0, cami @www.fourjokesandaqueen.com

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  36. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJuly 23, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    Your dresser is so charming Martina! I love the different knobs you chose and it is so sweet in it's pretty white! Thanks for sharing at FNF! :)

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  37. MariaelenaJuly 25, 2011 at 8:22 PM

    FABULOUS JOB!!!...I love it...what a wonderful transformation...where did you buy the AS paint????....do we have a place near us???....also, hope you have a fun trip away with the kids....xoxo, Mariaelena

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  38. embroidered polo shirtsJuly 26, 2011 at 11:40 PM

    What a unique handle. Best place to attach it in inner doors and wood doors also. Well, your idea is awesome and it is easy to catch also.

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  39. Amber and BradJuly 27, 2011 at 1:51 PM

    WOW! What a great transformation! And what a great blog you have, so very creative!

    Would love to have you stop by and share at my weekly Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Link Party.

    www.ShadesofAmberInc.blogspot.com

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  40. Megan GunyanAugust 2, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    That is so cute! I would love some of that chalk paint! The knobs add an extra special touch. Great job!

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  41. Amber and BradAugust 4, 2011 at 11:57 PM

    Looks so much better!

    Thanks so much for stopping by and sharing at my Chalk Paint Party!

    www.ShadesofAmberInc.blogspot.com

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