Monday, April 12, 2010

So I got this dresser....

Dresser. $6.99. So ug.

 First I primed everything. I started out thinking that I was going to paint the handles the same color as the dresser. Then I changed my mind and was going to put different handles on it. Nope, liked the original, but painted them black instead.

I stripped the top of the dresser and stained it ebony.

I painted the entire dresser heirloom white. And then took the ebony stain and rubbed it all over the dresser. I've never done this before with stain. It was a pain and I should have known better then to not wear gloves, because my hands currently look like what I imagine a vampire's fingernails would look like.

After I painted and rubbed on the stain I took a small brush and dry brushed some Behr Tropical Breeze paint in some spots.




I love it. Love, love, love it.


Let's hope someone else does too! But, maybe not....

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22 comments:

  1. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastalApril 12, 2010 at 7:01 AM

    Where on earth do you find dressers for 6.99? Looks great! I did get #3 son to pick a little stool out of the trash for me last night. Haven't seen it in the light of day yet ;)

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  2. tmkApril 12, 2010 at 7:04 AM

    Gorgeous. Love the dresser too :)

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  3. AnnaApril 12, 2010 at 7:10 AM

    love the shape and style of the dresser, and $6.99?? where do you find these great bargains?!

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  4. JulieApril 12, 2010 at 7:41 AM

    Great job! Love it!

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  5. vintagesueApril 12, 2010 at 8:04 AM

    i love it. you have inspired me to paint my kitchen table the same way!! thanks so much for sharing. you did an awesome job.
    s

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  6. LeahApril 12, 2010 at 8:25 AM

    Love it! You've got a gift my friend. I am changing up our guest room and need something just like this but in that blue color like the small table. Find one for me and I'll buy it from you AND drive to pick it up:)

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  7. LeahApril 12, 2010 at 8:27 AM

    P.S. I love the second to last picture, it looks like it could be in a magazine, you should enter it in PW's macro contest. Not sure if it's macro but it's really good!

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  8. Ann Marie @ Twice LovelyApril 12, 2010 at 9:12 AM

    $6.99!! Where do you find these crazy deals!?!?! Turned out great. Love the little legs...

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  9. SherriApril 12, 2010 at 9:30 AM

    I love it too. $6.99???!!! SCORE!

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  10. Katie OlthoffApril 12, 2010 at 9:56 AM

    I LOVE that you left the top stained. So pretty that way. :)

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  11. Jill@Barnes YardApril 12, 2010 at 11:03 AM

    Ooooohhh, likey likey!

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  12. KelseyApril 12, 2010 at 11:16 AM

    That turned out SO beautiful! I love the two toned look on it...perfect choice and especially with the stain rubbed onto the base. Great job Mama!

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  13. Sarah at 508April 12, 2010 at 11:50 AM

    Love it. Can I have it? Looking to do my TV cab in grey...but there is a SLIGHT possibility I am too pregnant...we will see. I'll send pics.

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  14. KaceyApril 12, 2010 at 1:06 PM

    Not bad for $6.99! In fact, quite fabulous.

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  15. KirstyApril 12, 2010 at 2:50 PM

    Thank you Leah! That's so sweet. Now you've got me thinking - how cool would this be with the blue and the brown top, but with the black coming through on the drawers. Ooohhh.....I may have to do this one over.....

    Sarah - it's all yours - we could trade - your yellow trunk, for this!

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  16. Beth@The Stories of A to ZApril 12, 2010 at 4:09 PM

    Looks beautiful! I'm about to attack an old dresser of mine for a similar look ;).

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  17. Magic BrushApril 12, 2010 at 10:38 PM

    Love, love, love it! You did a great job!

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  18. Just Wrap It FitnessApril 12, 2010 at 11:22 PM

    I love your dresser, the color is great! I hopped over from The Two Savvy Sisters Blog and am so happy that I did. Please accept my invitation to drop in at my place one day this week when you get a moment. I have become a follower and I hope you’ll do the same.
    Nicole @ The Two Savvy Sisters

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  19. Sarah @ Hennessey HouseApril 13, 2010 at 11:00 AM

    girl, i love love love love it too!

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  20. Sandi~A Cottage MuseApril 13, 2010 at 11:25 AM

    This looks like it cost a fortune! You did a wonderful job, so glad I stopped by!!

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  21. SarahApril 14, 2010 at 8:55 PM

    I'm loving your dresser, it's gorgeous!
    God's blessings,
    Sarah :D

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  22. The Polka Dot ClosetMay 29, 2010 at 9:32 PM

    I have never done the stain rub either, I think the first time I try it I will try it on something small ha! I am so glad i found your blog! I am a new follower. If you get a chance I would love for you to peek at my blog www.thepolkadotcloset.blogspot.com

    Thank You Carol

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