Oct 28, 2010

F is for FINALLY FINISHED!




Long story short (because I have some crazy "Craigslist stories" to go along with this) I , after losts and lots of searching, found a beautiful piece of furniture!

Now, keep in mind I was searching for a versitile piece that she can use for her baby (as a changing table) , toddler, maybe even in her room as a teenager. You'd be surprised how this color looks paired up with an assortment of different colors!

I also invisioned mom being able to use this piece in her home. I love how unconventional pieces of furniture look as media storage, Television stand, a staple in a mud room, or even as a buffet at a dinner party...


With so many uses I invision my friend to LOVE her gift.

I did, however, miss my deadline. Her baby shower was last saturday.

{frown}

I didn't show up empty handed. I went and bought some much needed essentials . She already knew what I had planned for her and she expects it to be great. So, it's okay.


Well? Are you ready to see the before?

I think that's the best part.

It was actually a great piece to begin with, great lines, details , and very solid.

The only downfall was a couple loose drawers, broken hardware, and a dated 70's-ish yellow (that HAD to go!)

Here she is: the cause of my 4 day stiff neck , sore back and shoulders, and all around grief....




ahhh...my favorite thing : Before and After's

{Smile}

I'm linking up with Jenny Matlock's My boo-tiful banner winner) Alphabe-Thursday. Today's letter is F (FINALLY FINISHED!)

Jenny Matlock

~and~

Lovely photo Wednesday (because I think this piece is o' so  lovely)

Lovely Photo - Wordless or Not-So-Wordless Wednesday at Aspire

http://missmustardseed.blogspot.com/


Chic on a Shoestring Decorating



The Lettered Cottage

5 comments:

  1. LOVE it! Wish I had someone make me a gift like that! I need to learn how to redo furniture. I'm always so inspired when I look at other people's blogs! Visiting you from the blog hop :)
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  2. I actually started painting an old oak table that is in my craft room very similar color to this, but I still haven't finished it and I'd like to antique it as well. Seems like I have too many other projects that are taking up my time, but will eventually finish it!

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  3. Just wanted to let you know that I featured this on FTF yesterday! Thanks for sharing and grab a featured button if you would like! :)

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  4. Just stumbled on your blog - it is lovely! I was wondering if you could share the color of this dresser? I have such a hard time settling on a color, and I love this one! I have tried 4 turquoise samples and don't have the "this is IT!" feeling yet...

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  5. I love it! And I love the decorating too - looks like it's from a magazine!

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