Before
In our haste to get started on this fun project we failed to get full pictures of the tall dresser. We did get pictures of the doors which turned out to be one of my favorite parts of the reveal!
After
It is a good thing that this was a custom refinish because if I would have had the option to keep this one I would have in a heartbeat. White furniture is my favorite. Vintage white furniture just makes my heart sing. And this piece did just that! The elements of detail were numerous! So lets walk through a few of them.
The base of the dresser is super chunky with various levels and depths of molding. This detail extends up around the drawers.
One thing to watch for in finding a quality piece of furniture is extra wood features. Between the two top doors and the bottom drawers there is crown molding. The molding is not just placed on the front but continues to wrap around the sides of the dresser as well. I always watch for this particular detail when picking out a piece.
The top of the dresser above the doors is (you got it) more crown molding. Also look close to the arched wood detail at the top. Plus there is an extended inlay on both sides that reach the length of the doors.
You can see here the additional boxed inlays below the vintage wood decor on the doors. The little nighstand compliments the piece so nicely. The top drawer has its own unique feature where we have added the new hardware.
When the owner of this lovely set saw it complete she told us that she also at one time owned the nine drawer dresser and mirror with the set but she donated it to charity. She had grown tired of the set and had never thought to paint it for an updated look. Thus we all agreed we hope someone out there is enjoying her donation because she sure is missing it today. :) Thank you to Allison and Edna! It is a pleasure working with you ladies. You make us laugh and smile.
And a quick thank you to all of our followers, friends, and self pr0claimed stalkers! We appreciate the support and encouragement. We are working through the details on the class and have not forgotten those of you who responded. We think we have a facility and still working through the other logistics. Stay tuned!
Happy Weekend!
In our haste to get started on this fun project we failed to get full pictures of the tall dresser. We did get pictures of the doors which turned out to be one of my favorite parts of the reveal!After
It is a good thing that this was a custom refinish because if I would have had the option to keep this one I would have in a heartbeat. White furniture is my favorite. Vintage white furniture just makes my heart sing. And this piece did just that! The elements of detail were numerous! So lets walk through a few of them.
The base of the dresser is super chunky with various levels and depths of molding. This detail extends up around the drawers.
One thing to watch for in finding a quality piece of furniture is extra wood features. Between the two top doors and the bottom drawers there is crown molding. The molding is not just placed on the front but continues to wrap around the sides of the dresser as well. I always watch for this particular detail when picking out a piece.
The top of the dresser above the doors is (you got it) more crown molding. Also look close to the arched wood detail at the top. Plus there is an extended inlay on both sides that reach the length of the doors.You can see here the additional boxed inlays below the vintage wood decor on the doors. The little nighstand compliments the piece so nicely. The top drawer has its own unique feature where we have added the new hardware. 
When the owner of this lovely set saw it complete she told us that she also at one time owned the nine drawer dresser and mirror with the set but she donated it to charity. She had grown tired of the set and had never thought to paint it for an updated look. Thus we all agreed we hope someone out there is enjoying her donation because she sure is missing it today. :) Thank you to Allison and Edna! It is a pleasure working with you ladies. You make us laugh and smile.And a quick thank you to all of our followers, friends, and self pr0claimed stalkers! We appreciate the support and encouragement. We are working through the details on the class and have not forgotten those of you who responded. We think we have a facility and still working through the other logistics. Stay tuned!
Happy Weekend!
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looks fabulous! i especially love the contrast of the new dark hardware against the white. the armoire went from 70's ugly to chic beauty!
ReplyDeleteWow! How beautifully these pieces turned out! I love them! You're so very good.
ReplyDeleteBe a sweetie,
shelia ;)
Wow I can't believe those are the same pieces!
ReplyDeleteSuch a beautiful job you did.
ReplyDeleteLove them, as I always love your stuff!! I'll keep on stalking away. ;)
ReplyDeleteI can't tell you how much I adore these pieces!!! We got her room organized and everything fits beautifully. She can hardly wait for the bed now. Thank you!!!
ReplyDeletePS. Seeing these makes me so excited for the other dressers.
What a makeover! Those pieces are singing, "I'm too sexy for this blog!" Wow! You did a fantastic job! ;)Alyssa of Boston Bee
ReplyDeleteOh what gorgeous pieces. They turned out fabulous. Hugs, Marty
ReplyDeleteI think that these are one of my favorites!!! I can't believe the before and after!! You always make everything look so beautiful!!!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI think these may be my favorites of all your white pieces!
ReplyDeleteOh those are so beautiful! I can see why you'd want to keep them :) I didn't even notice all of the beautiful detail when it was dark brown & dated. You did an amazing job of updating these pieces. I LOVE them!
ReplyDeleteMelanie-What a wonderful trnaformation. I;ll bet that lady is kicking herself for dumping the matching piece;<(
ReplyDeleteThanks for blogging-I love coming here- Diana
The transformarion is amazing!
ReplyDeleteI have some furniture to paint, you've inspired me to get after it. :-)
Have a wonderful Sunday and Labor Day!
Hugs,
Anne
Those are such pretty pieces in white! Great job, as always.
ReplyDeleteThose were so dated before, but now they're gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteYou did a fabulous job! They look beautiful now!
ReplyDeleteThis came out great. No wonder you want to adopt the set. they really came out sweet.
ReplyDeleteIt is amazing what paint does to an outdated piece of furniture! Beautiful!
ReplyDeleteHUGE improvement. I have a similar set and I am trying to decide black or white. Just when I was ready to go black I see this and now I am back on the fence. :) Anyway, looks great.
ReplyDeletePam
Me again. I was just thinking, I would love it if you would link this up to my Motivated Monday at BeColorful.
ReplyDeletePam
Beautiful transformation! I am just recently learning to appreciate painted furniture- now I can't get enough of it!
ReplyDeleteGreat job on a huge project. Such a great improvement.
ReplyDeletePlease stop by if you have time. We'll have a great teen bedroom giveaway starting Friday. -- Jane F.
Beautiful! Everyone that has those ugly dressers, should read this to see the possibilities!
ReplyDeleteGood bye ugly...Hello gorgeous!!!!
ReplyDeleteYou see this kind of furniture lots of places and it's passed up-but you may be bringing it back-great transformation!
ReplyDeleteYou see this kind of furniture lots of places and it's passed up-but you may be bringing it back-great transformation!
ReplyDeleteI'm always amazed with what a coat of paint can do! Fantastic!
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xo
Hey Melanie! Your work is always so amazing, girl! That transformation is just awesome!!! Love the distressing you did on them. Perfection! :)
ReplyDeletexoxo laurie@heavens-walk
Great job. Love the white! Susan
ReplyDeleteLove this one. I think i need it.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely beautiful! take care, Maryann
ReplyDeleteI love these! White is my favorite color for furniture and I love how you have the black peeking through. Your work is amazing.
ReplyDeleteTHAT was amazing! What a truly remarkable before and after. I bet it was hard to let go of:)
ReplyDeleteThis is an amazing before and after. I love the coolness of the fresh white.
ReplyDeleteKristine
WOW. That is such a great transformation. The white has so much character. Job well done.
ReplyDeleteThese are just yummy!
ReplyDeleteI LOVE them! Thanks for joining our party this week!
ReplyDelete{Rebekah}
Every time I see these chunky pieces of furniture I just love them. I really looks like it's from a boutique catalog. Great job.
ReplyDeleteThe pieces look fabulous! What a great job. I love good solid pieces of furniture, it's much more fun working on them. Thanks for sharing your talents.
ReplyDeleteGORGEOUS!!!
ReplyDeleteLou Cinda :)