Monday, April 11, 2011

I finally gave in...

Up until just a couple of years ago, a lot of my furniture was painted black.
My inspiration piece for this was this little Eastlake dresser,
 that I've had in my Entry since we moved here.



 A year ago I started the transformation to "white".
A need to lighten and brighten my surroundings really put me in high gear.


I've put off painting this little dresser until a few weeks ago,
because, even though I still love the black,
it didn't match anything else in the entry area.


So I used my favorite Behr primer plus paint,
then added some mocha glaze,
a couple of coats of liquid poly,
and a little light distressing.



I went with painted hardware, to tone down the brassy gold.
(certainly not the originals)


...much happier!

And I really don't know how it came out with these curvy little Queen Anne-ish legs.


Detailed bullseye Eastlake motif.


(the before)


As you can see it's finish was a little dated with sponged gold highlights.
(sorry, old camera from early blogging days)


It's such a pretty little piece, that is a real storage answer;
holding gloves and scarves for winter.

so...one more down...a few to go.

I'm linking with these great parties:















Hope you can join in for Vintage Inspiration Friday.
I'll let you know what I was up to last weekend.


love ya,
Debra

79 comments:

  1. What a transformation. It looks fabulous.
    Pam x

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  2. Oh... I'm drooling over here...
    that is gorgeous!!!!!!

    ;-D robelyn

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  3. Oh how pretty. I love it painted white and the detail on the dresser is wonderful. Such a beautiful vignette. You've really created a lovely and inviting light and fresh entry. Beautiful. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  4. I love the white!!!!
    there is a booth in the shop I am at, she paints everything black, and it just flies out the door...my son has a black entertainment center and you can dust it and it seconds there is dust on it! I really just dont get the black.

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  5. what a gorgeous transformation debra! j'adore!!

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  6. I adore it...........it will make me do mine as well,,,, HUGS MARY

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  7. Hi Debra,
    I LOVE it!! It looks so beautiful and fresh, perfect for Spring!
    Wishing you a lovely week.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  8. Absolutely STUNNING transformation!!!

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  9. Looks great Debra! I have a freebie dresser that I am planning on painting black to put in my sewing area to hold fabric. Do you have a suggestion for the kind of black paint I should use. I have never ever painted anything black. But I am going to take the plunge.

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  10. Wow! I LOVE the dresser white! It looks so fresh. Who would have thought that painted hardware could look so good?

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  11. Well now girl girl...YOU KNOW I'M TOTALLY LOVIN' IT! WOWZERS!

    YOU ROCK!

    xoRebecca

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  12. Looks beautiful Debra...nice and fresh :)

    ~Tricia

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  13. It's very pretty. I always enjoy seeing pics of your gorgeous home.

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  14. Debra, it is wonderful and what a great job of aging it. I love the way the pulls look old. The glazing sure makes a difference.
    And I really like your whole entry display. I see we both like the old scripture prints, aren't they beautiful?
    Sweet Blessings, Abbey

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  15. I LOVE the transformation. It seems to fit the personality of the piece much better than the black. I have a large black mirrored dresser that I would love to tackle, but it's just so big and beautiful, I'm afraid to screw it up. Ah, one of these days, I might get brave enough.

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  16. Such a pretty transformation! I am lovin your huge basket sitting on top too! I have a few of these basket and they are just so fun to use.

    bee blessed
    mary

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  17. Wow how beautiful it looks. Your entry way is so inviting.
    ~Debra xxx
    Capers of the vintage vixens

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  18. Debra,

    It looks wonderful! You did an awesome job!

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  19. It looks amazing Debra--I have a lot of black furniture too. At least it's only paint... and easy to change!
    Mary

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  20. What a great transformation. I really like it!

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  21. Wow, you'd never know it's the same piece of furniture. The white paint and mocha glaze really bring out the details.
    Nice change.

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  22. The new look is much better! Love the white.

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  23. OOh that's so pretty! I have one I need to redo as well just need to find the time to do it! ;)

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  24. I love it...the white freshness...and it has taught me you can paint the hardware. ♥O

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  25. It turned out beautifully! I love it white, but ofcourse I would! It looks beautiful in the entry way! xoxo

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  26. Debra, I love what you did with it, it is more "lightened up" much more cheery. Although, I will say, the "before" pic is not bad at all. Perhaps, it's due to your many vignette talents. xxx tami

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  27. I LOVE IT Debra!! You did an amazing job! You can come and paint for me anytime. lol. I did some painting today as well. Most things I love painted white, but I am having regrets painting a piece of an old shutter...well kinda. :)
    Blessings~

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  28. I am sooo in love with this transformation! You sound just like me ~ I was hesitant to paint all my bedroom white, but once started I've never looked back!

    Love the sweet vignette and the mirror and sampler, too!

    Big TX Hugs,
    Stephanie
    Angelic Accents

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  29. Talk about going to the light...it's heavenly!
    Debbie

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  30. I don't think you can go wrong with a couple coats of white paint-ever. Looks fantastic!

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  31. I love the new version! No offense, but I am so glad you didn't hold on to that black/gold style. You did a great job!
    Erin
    alittlesomething2.blogspot.com

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  32. Debra that is such a pretty piece and I love it painted white!! Martina

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  33. Love this piece! Glad I found your blog. A new follower!

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  34. I love it! I've been wanting to do the same thing with a bathroom mirror but was afraid to, guess now I'll have to try!

    Kathleen

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  35. Debra it looks so great White, it really is a nice piece!
    Lezlee

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  36. really pretty now! perfect!

    hugs,

    shelley

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  37. HI Debra! Oh, the change is absolutely gorgeous! I love it. Love your vignette on top too.
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  38. It is beautiful! You did a fantastic job on transforming that pretty piece...hope you have a great week...Picket

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  39. Hi Debra, The little dresser is adorable in it's new paint color! I find myself painting more things white now. Thanks for joining my party.
    xo,
    Sherry

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  40. Hi Debra, I really like the dresser better white then the black. You did such an awesome job. I enjoyed your pictures. Have a great day. Your Missouri friend.

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  41. lovely job! what brand of glaze do you use?

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  42. Beautiful transformation, Debra! I love the painted hardware!

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  43. Hi dear,
    what a beauty, I love all about it, so many sweet detaiels, and the painting made it so "friendly" and beautiful Debra. I love how you finished it off with light distressing.
    Hugs and love ,Dorthe

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  44. Wow ~ it turned out FAB-U-LOUS ~ LOVE it ;-)

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  45. Love it! I've got two dark oak dining room chairs that I've been going back and forth over painting white. I don't normally condone painting over perfectly good wood, but I think the white is a nice, clean, fresh look. Nice job~:0)

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  46. Fabulous transformation, Debra! Wow!

    xo
    Claudia

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  47. I love what you did with this dresser it does really brighten up the whole area! I am in my "make things lighter" mode as well but it will take time.
    Have a wonderful week.
    Sherry

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  48. Just as pretty as it wants to be great job... Gotta love white.

    Pattie

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  49. I love it! So fresh and bright ~ just like brining the spring indoors!

    Love,
    Susan and Bentley
    xxoo

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  50. It looks beautiful and I love the God Bless our Home print, too!

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  51. Glad you gave in Debra...it looks wonderful!

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  52. Fabulous how it turned out! love it!...xoxo

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  53. That is so beautiful, I love it painted white.

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  54. You have a beautiful home my friend...and what a wonderful job you did on this fabulous piece of furniture...on a different subject though...if you don't mind me asking...what paint color did you use in your entry way...I need a slightly lighter shade of tan in my house and I love the color you have in your foyer...I would be ever so appreciative...thanks!

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  55. Hi Debra,
    I love the piece painted the new white with the glaze. It looks lovely. It was pretty before, but not it's gorgeous.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  56. & i love that basket - really pretty! xoox

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  57. I think it looks perfect. What a transformation!!! Now, I need to get to work on my projects here. Happy White Wednesday
    xxx Liz

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  58. Debra, I love the change in the furniture piece and the change in accessories, too. You work wonders!

    Sandy

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  59. Stunning transformation....WOW that makes the whole entry seem so welcoming! What great inspiration!

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  60. LUV LUV LUV it, Debra!! It really opens up your entry! Beautiful! :)

    xoxo laurie

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  61. Oh Debra. I LOVE it!!!

    Blessings
    barbara jean

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  62. Beautiful vignette and you did a great job on the dresser:) I'm going to be emailing you soon to get some advise on my thoughts for the 100th WW post.

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  63. Love this Debra, You have the Perfect Touch in everything you paint & Create..... Thanks for Sharing~ have a wonderful week!
    xox
    Cheryl

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  64. Hi Debra, coming here from Wow Us Wednesdays. You did an awesome job on this dresser and I like it much better than the black. Can't wait to see your next project. I'm your newest follower!
    Marianne :)

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  65. Love the transformation you did on the entry table...it's so pretty all white and shabby! Great Job Debra :)
    Big hugs,
    Queenie

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  66. This turned out beautiful. The details show up so much better white. Made a big difference in the whole display. ~~Sherry~~

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  67. Beautiful !! The new "light and bright" look completely suits your pretty table. I've been on a lightening and brightening kick, too! *Becca* (your newest follower)

    www.adventuresindecorating1.blogspot.com

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  68. Wow what a little face lift can do ... good as new, well old, well you know what I mean!! You did GREAT girl ... keep on truckin'...

    xo
    Jill

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  69. Everything is lovely! I loved the black and the white! I'm following you now! Thanks, Helen

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  70. Fabulous! I never tire of seeing a nice white piece of furniture =) I hope you will share this at my VIP party today =) http://designergarden.blogspot.com/2011/04/vip-party-11.html

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  71. I like the lighter look, don't you? Ah, the power of paint. Your entry looks refreshed, Debra.

    Thanks for linking to the party. I love having your company. ;)

    Have a blessed weekend!
    Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
    http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

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  72. Visiting from FJI! Oh wow...what a dramatic before and after!! The white is so fresh and beautiful. I'm always amazed at what a coat of white paint will do to an older piece of furniture. This is really gorgeous.

    I've started a weekly link party on Sundays over at Addicted 2 Decorating. I hope you'll come link up your project!!

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