Another flea market find. Loved it and the price but one drawer had serious bubbling and peeling veneer issues. Since I intend to sell it, I knew I couldn't just paint it and hope they don't notice. Oh, they will notice. So, I bought some fabric and mod podged it onto the drawer and cabinet fronts. I did it in the same way I did this French Provincial side table.
Painted with an oops shade of yellow and distressed.
Not sure I like the every other drawer painted thing. Maybe all the drawers should be fabric covered. Thoughts????
Fast forward...2 days later. I am not happy w/ this so I decide to remove the little shell applique so I can put fabric underneath it. Then I'll happily place the shell thingie back. Not quite, this is where I run into problems. The shell thingie is now a million little wood pieces so I decide wine is probably a good idea :) I did however place a strip of fabric on the bottom recessed area which I was pretty happy with. I ordered an applique off of Ebay on the cheap and will finish this at a later date. Note to self...stay away from major veneer issues!
Fast forward...2 days later. I am not happy w/ this so I decide to remove the little shell applique so I can put fabric underneath it. Then I'll happily place the shell thingie back. Not quite, this is where I run into problems. The shell thingie is now a million little wood pieces so I decide wine is probably a good idea :) I did however place a strip of fabric on the bottom recessed area which I was pretty happy with. I ordered an applique off of Ebay on the cheap and will finish this at a later date. Note to self...stay away from major veneer issues!
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The fabric and colour are fun choices. I think it looks great as it is, or you could add more fabric if it is bothering you.
ReplyDeleteWhat a lovely idea! I adore your choice of color and fabric. Personally, I do think I would cover all of the drawers. I might also use painted wooden knobs so they would show up better against the fabric and save the gorgeous glass ones for a different project.
ReplyDeleteI love the buttery yellow and the drawers behind the doors! You gave it a fun look with the fabric!
ReplyDeleteSuch a transformation... WOW!!! It's so beautiful!
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I like the every other drawer, but if you just have to change it maybe just an outline or an accent with fabric on the yellow. That fabric is super cute! Lori
ReplyDeleteCute redo.
ReplyDeleteKristy @ 4 the love of WOOD
You did a great job - especially since it had (grrrr) veneer issues.
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ReplyDeleteBlessings,
Linda
I love this. Breaking out of the gray with yellow and pretty paper -- I would totally put this somewhere in my house if I had room.
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Hope things are well with you.
Sue,
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Hey congratulations on your win! I laughed through your post, I like you always know when something is not right, that's what makes you a great transformer!! That is one cute piece though!
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