7.07.2010

The Rorik Dresser - Before & After

Dimensions:

38" Wide . 35" Tall . 19" Deep

Before
After Isn't this just the most wonderful little dresser ever! I just cannot help myself with these vintage beauties that sit up on legs. It is so hard for me to let them go. I think they are super functional and can be moved from room to room and used in so many different ways. I adore the height of this piece. I love the long legs that are joined by a wood beam between the front and the back. The decorative element at the base is unique and so charming.

I picture this dresser as a side table next to a big bed. It could be used in a family room next to a sofa or a greeting table in a entry way. This piece could be used in a bathroom as extra storage for linens and towels. Have I convinced everyone yet how perfect these little treasures can be! Up next we have three different mirrors that are lovely and elegant.

And I know . . . I know . . .

I need to reveal the barnwood table. I have hestitated because of my indecisiveness on the chair covers. However, it is coming soon.


Happy Thursday!

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24 comments:

  1. Cathy7/8/10, 8:42 AM

    Gorgeous! Those really are versatile pieces.

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  2. Kim7/8/10, 8:53 AM

    Gorgeous! Love it with the sign over it. Great job!
    xoxo,
    Kim

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  3. Korrie@RedHenHome7/8/10, 11:49 AM

    Beautiful! But I have to ask, HOW did you fix the missing veneer?

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  4. Pam7/8/10, 1:59 PM

    The redo on this is fabulous! But I gotta second Korrie - can you show us or tell us how you fixed the problem of the missing veneer? Pam @ Sallygoodin

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  5. michelle7/8/10, 6:44 PM

    Another beautiful piece! I bet it is hard to let them go, I know I would have a very hard time with it. You need to build an addition to put your finished work! :)

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  6. Lindsay Logic7/8/10, 7:19 PM

    This would be adorable in my entryway! It turned out so cute. I like the pieces up on legs, because they give the appearance of not taking up as much room. Cute...very cute!

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  7. Playing Sublimely7/9/10, 5:55 AM

    oh my, love this piece, love your blog. Nice to meet you!

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  8. jninecostumes7/12/10, 10:52 AM

    What a lovely save on this dresser. The chipped spots may have put others off, but you rescued and made it pretty! Thanks for sharing.

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  9. MJ7/12/10, 3:41 PM

    Amazing...I can count on 1 hand how many Melanie's Ive met in my life (im 38)! Just today Ive met 2 in blogland...lol. Hello Melanie, Im Melanie from Lucky 7 Design...found you thru BNOTP. I love the work you and your husband have done on the furniture. Ive added your button to my blog for all of those brave enough to give it a try. I started a hutch re-do this weekend but it will take a few wkds as I have a 4mos old baby along with 4 other children. Thanks for the inspiration.

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  10. One Shabby Old House7/13/10, 4:07 AM

    You are a girl after my own heart. I know just what those great pieces of furniture can be and I love seeing it happen. Yours turned out great.
    Hugs
    Becky

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  11. René7/19/10, 8:52 AM

    Looks like a completely different piece. Nice job!

    -Rene

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  12. mle7/20/10, 8:41 PM

    What a great makeover! Love the distressed black : )

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  13. joyh827/25/10, 3:13 PM

    Turned out awesome, love where you have it placed in your house too.

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  14. kathie8/6/10, 1:32 PM

    It looks fabulous! I love all of your furniture transformation, and check back often for new posts :) Thanks for having me!

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  15. Rachel8/10/10, 6:18 AM

    Wow- looks great... I love the black distressed paint!!!
    Fabulous job!

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  16. Marty@A Stroll Thru Life8/10/10, 12:49 PM

    I love the redo. The black is perfect and you've distressed it perfectly. What a great job. Your vignette on the top is lovely. Such a pretty display. Thanks so much for joining TTT. Hugs, Marty

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  17. xinex8/11/10, 10:37 AM

    What a great transformation! It's gorgeous!...Christine

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  18. Alida@IMakeStuff9/8/10, 8:39 AM

    Very pretty!

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  19. Unknown9/8/10, 9:32 AM

    So beautiful! Thanks for the inspiration.

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  20. Becca Ross9/10/10, 9:00 PM

    Beautiful furniture and beautiful blog! I'd love it if you'd come link up at my Home and Family Friday linky party.

    Becca
    http://becca-homeiswheremystorybegins.blogspot.com/2010/09/back-at-it.html

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  21. Amanda2/14/11, 9:44 PM

    What a beautiful transformation! You do wonderful work!
    Best Wishes and Blessings,
    Amanda
    One Girl in Pink

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  22. Cristie3/3/11, 8:42 AM

    It's a very prettey dresser, love your work.

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  23. Lauren @ My Wonderfully Made9/1/11, 6:09 AM

    LLLLOOOOOVVVVVEEEEE this!! The color is really great (what is it??) and did you just sand down the parts with the wood missing? What a transformation!

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  24. Nicole@Thrifty Decorating9/1/11, 7:57 PM

    This is just beautiful! Thanks so much for linking to Thrifty Thursday....I'd love to feature this next week! :)

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