Monday, September 7, 2015

Dining Room Set

I'm super sorry I haven't posted anything in a while. I have started a new job and I just moved to a new place. I got this lovely dining set, that I wanted to refurbish and use in my new home but it was vetoed by others. So instead I will still refurbish it and hope to sell it once it is done.

I was told by the previous owner that it was made in England around the 70's by their local craftsman.  It came with three regular chairs and one captain's chair. I hope once I am done refurbishing the set it will be wonderful!



Thursday, August 20, 2015

Children's Desk

I have just found my next project! I just found this amazing children's desk that is in desperate need of refurbishing. It is covered in a bunch of stickers and finger paint, which might take a bit of work. If I don't find anyone who would want this desk customized, I plan on staining and finding new hardware.
Based on the hardware, I believe it was made in the 60's or 70's. I was relieved when I found out that it can be removed.
The biggest surprise I found was that there was a pull out writing board. I think it was the original color of the desk. I was also given an attachment that goes on the side to create the tabletop just a little bit longer. 

 The most amazing part of this desk is the metal feet on the legs. I hope I can clean it up all the way to make them look new. If not I will have to find a way to make each foot look the same.
I can't wait to post updates on this desk as time goes on. I will post more pictures soon!

Monday, August 17, 2015

Black and White Two Drawer End Table

So I completed this project a while ago and totally forgot about it until today. I found this end table at a yard sale and knew I just had to have it. I wanted to create end tables that would match even if they were different pieces of furniture. The first thing I noticed was it had the same hardware as another piece I already had.
Before
I sanded out all of the bumps and fixed the edges before painting. I used Behr's Carbon and Ultra Pure White paint colors. Originally I wanted to use a stencil on the top of it, but I opted not to due to the humidity levels outside.


After
Sadly once I finished painting, I realized I broke one of the pieces of hardware. So I had to find new, but nothing matched. I chose a small silver handle for the hardware that I picked up at my local Ace Hardware Store.
Two Toned Black and White End Tables
Hardware


 I have more projects to come. I can't wait to post pictures as soon as possible!