Small Cabinet Makeover

Yeah!!, I actually have a before picture, even though it is really a in progress picture.

This door on this cabinet was starting to split, so I used some wood glue and had to tie it together,

 because my clamps wouldn't fit without taking the door apart. My husband would have

 taken the door off, but I like to go with the quicker not so professional looking technique. :)

Hey, it worked!

And here is the after!

I painted the cabinet Old White (ASCP) and the insets in

the drawer and doors in Paris Grey.

I added a little Paris Grey over the white on the trim and

used a small brush to add grey in the border.

Finally, I dry brushed some of the Old White over the Paris Grey.

I think it turned out really cute and someone else liked it really well,

because it didn't last long at the Sentimental Journey Antique Mall.

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New Finds For My Antique Booth

I had some great finds for my antique booth in December. It was so crazy around here that I didn't get a chance to share them with you before now. These pieces were so beautiful that I had to show you now.

First of all is this gorgeous antique oak dresser. I don't have the mirror put together in this

picture, because I was missing some hardware, but it is fixed now. There are two side supports that have

a mirror suspended in the middle. I love the little piece of marble in the center.

 It just dresses it up so beautifully.

The pulls are the coolest part, they are handcarved leaves with some fruit and nuts, I think?

The next piece (which came from the same estate sale as the dresser) is

this lovely oak china cabinet with the curved glass front and glass shelves.

Isn't she pretty?

And finally, this trestle table. Sorry, this is not the best picture, but the entire base of this

table comes completely apart for transporting. Not ony would this be a great kitchen or dining table,

but I think it would make a wonderful desk.

I may have to restage it if it is still around this weekend.

I have so many painting projects going on, so it was nice to find some things that were ready to sell.

I always love to hear your comments, and don't forget

Restyled Sundays is still going on here until Friday night.

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Another Pink Dresser

I always loved pink when I was a little girl,

I just had forgotten how much since I have five  boys and only one daughter.

Yes, her room was pink when she was young, but she quickly out grew that phase.

It's just since I have been painting furniture, that I have been able to add so much pink to

my creative thoughts. I am loving it!

This dresser started out with the most hideous shade of yellow stain.

I don't know if it was always that color, or the varnish had yellowed that

much over the years.

Well, here it is finished. I went with the palest shade of pink.

Actually, I mixed my own from a brighter pink I had

and added lot's of white paint.

I just painted the existing pulls ORB to update them.

I really wanted to find some sweet girly pulls, but these were like

3 and 3/4" and I was not able to find anything in that width.

I know I could have filled the holes and re drilled new ones, but I didn't realize it

until after I had painted. Next time, measure before painting!

I think it turned out very sweet, and the improvement from

the lovely yellow stain was fabulous.

I would love to hear what you think.

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2012 Goals and Restyled Sundays #18

Happy New Year!

It seems so strange to think about 2012 being here.

I swear Y2K was not that long ago, where did the last 12 years go?

Before making any resolutions, I thought I would go over last years list and see how I did.

1.Post regularly- I think I did ok with that, but this year I want to be more intentional.

2. Take before photos- I am getting much better at that, but still forget once in a while.

3.Get a new camera to improve my pics- Yeah, I got a Canon T3, now to learn more about it.

4. Paint what I have before I buy more- Big Failure! Must work on that one!

5.Master Mod Podge- I have definitely gotten better, but I wouldn't say I've mastered it.

6. Join more linky parties-I was doing really well with this, but have slid backwards.

7.Find more ways to re purpose and restyle-Thanks to blogland I know the ways, now to try them.

8. Clean out my stash of projects- Another Big Failure!

I guess I haven't done too bad, I accomplished more than I thought,

but I need to work on those goals that I totally failed at.

Soooo.... for 2012 here she goes

1. I am going to set a regular posting schedule for myself. If I know what days I am going to post,

I can work on those posts ahead of time, instead of thinking I need to sit down and write it all at once.

2. Continue to grow my blog and make new blogging friends.

3.  Buy no more furniture or small projects until I finish what I have!!!

4. Finish my sewing projects that are started, or give them away!!!

5. Bring a more cohesive look to my antique booths.

6. Get back into my Etsy business.

7. Learn to use my camera effectively

8. Clean and  organize both my sewing and painting work areas.

Ok, I think that's enough for one year. I have some personal goals as well, but for my blogging

and Restyling business, I will feel great if I can accomplish all of these.

I want to thank Chelsea at Kiss My Brass for being the sole participant in last weeks party,

besides myself of course. It was Christmas Day, so I know you were all busy. I sure hope to see you

all back this week! Bring your friends, the more the merrier!

Feel free to share your goals, projects or treasures this week.
I would love to have you link up and add my Restyled Sundays button to your post.
I would also love for you to follow Stylish Once Again so you can keep up to date
on who is featured and upcoming giveaways.

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My Top 10 Favorite Projects of 2011

I have had so much fun this year blogging about my ongoing projects. Since this has been my first full year posting, I decided to join in with the crowd and share my favorites.

So, here is my top ten!

#10

I love this little stool, but it was so easy, it can't be any higher than this!

#9

I was pretty proud of my first slipcover attempt with this little chair.

#8

I love pink, so this desk makeover was super fun.

Check out those cute HL knobs.

#7

I was really pleased with this desk makeover! It

had a formica top and I got it for $17, yay!

#6

Drawers of Knowledge ( or I went crazy for Mod Podge)

#5

My first ASCP makeover.

A beautiful bow front desk in Paris Grey.

#4

More creative fun, in Pink!

I loved how well the damask designs fit around the pulls.

#3

A beautiful waterfall buffet with ORB pulls

#2

My biggest project yet, a Duncan Phyfe table and chairs.

And #1

My Favorite Makeover Ever!

I still can't believe how beautiful this buffet turned out.

I hope to someday come across something similar.

I hope you enjoy revisiting some of these posts,

I have really been loving the Top Tens of My Favorite Blogs.

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A Very Vintage Christmas

Don't forget to post your favorite vintage finds or gifts, or if you have any projects you've

completed at Restyled Sundays still going on here.

Ok, now about our Very Vintage Christmas!

We decided to try something new this year,  I got the idea from a blog I read.

I cannot remember what blog, but they suggested not buying anything new this year,

so we decided it had to be from a thrift or antique store, handmade,

 or something you were willing to part with of your own.  Only for the adults, of course!

We did not include the kids, didn't think they would go for the used toys:(

We have drawn names for the last few years and we did so again.

I'm sure that some of us were much easier to buy for than others, but we made it work and it was fun.

My mom got a whole bag of pretties. She and I both love blue and white everything!

Dad got a used book.

One of my sons loves anything to do with the British, so he received some

coins that my dad got when he was stationed in England during the Korean War.

A book about Scottish Klan Plaids

And a cool tin poster about a very British Ale.

My daughter bought a cute storage bench for her sister-in-law

and made this adorable cushion with their last name in many fonts.

She also found her this cute 1950's kitchen stool.

My other daughter-in-law drew my name and found this very cool vintage fan.

I found this KU Jayhawk garden statue at one the antique malls

for my daughter.

I was lucky enough to also receive this cute dough bowl

and the rooster above from my daughter.

My very crafty daughter made the three young boys capes

with their initials instead of Superman's S. How cute they were! 

Grandpa even helped them learn how to fly!

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