Monday, October 10, 2011

A Distressed Cottage Dresser

I had this "hand-me-down" tall dresser sitting in my office. It was begging for a coat of paint and new hardware. It was the perfect opportunity for me to try the Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in the new color Pure White.
I painted the dresser and drawers and then sanded it to distress it. I sealed it with a coat of wax. I went to ReStore in search of hardware. I envisioned using oil-rubbed bronze cup-style handles, and wouldn't you know....


that's exactly what I found there.






This piece went from being an eyesore to one of my favorites!






11 comments:

  1. Gorgeous! I LOVE that hardware. I never have that kind of luck when I go to my restore, I usually find old brass that I have to spray brushed bronze. What do you use to sand with? Just curious :o)

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  2. Thanks, Katie!!!! I was shocked when I found the hardware in the right color!!!! :) I use a sanding sponge!

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  3. SO GORGEOUS! Total transformation, just love the hardware too!

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  4. What a huge transformation! The distressing and those handles are perfect. Stop by and link it up if you have time-
    Mary

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  5. This turned out so beautifully ---- I am just starting out blogging about re-purposed furniture. I hope you'll stop by www.fromgentogen.com and give me some feedback. Thank you so much for sharing this lovely piece!
    Blessings, Becky

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  6. Smashing! I've got one 'a those in my closet and it keeps BEGGING me for a little primping! What a difference!

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  7. This is a wonderful transformation! She is so pretty and charming with her added personality!

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