Today I would like to post this redo for Metamorphosis Monday on
Between Naps on the Porch and Today's Thrifty Treasures on
Southern Hospitality. (Thanks to both for hosting--everyone, please be sure to visit them!) I found this small French buffet at a thrift store that was solid wood, but had been abused. I decided that French grey would be pretty with the lines and would look good in my dining room. As I do quite often, I mixed the paint myself to come up with the color I wanted and added some white accents.
P.S. Rory from
Tools are for Women Too asked me to link up for Modern Craftswomen Monday, so I'm doing it...thanks, Rory!
This is before (I almost forgot to take a before photo):
And this is after:
And this is in place in the dining room:
What about adding a contemporary painting?
Beautiful! I just bought the exact same piece and decided I will keep it. I love french provincial pieces when they are solid. I can't stand the press wood chippy ones, you got the better quality one. I love the vignette with the larger girl painting. Well done. Blessings, Marta.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous!!! My parents bought a French Provencial bedroom suite when they were married. It's in my bedroom now. I'm not quite sure I have the heart to paint it yet, but this definitely sways my decision!
ReplyDelete~angela @ peonypatch
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Very pretty find! Those Frenchy pieces sure are getting popular agin.
ReplyDeleteThat turned out so pretty! Everyone always wants to scream bloody murder if you paint anything that looks like it might be wood, but I love this.
ReplyDeleteI am constantly amazed at what a little paint will do. Just beautiful!
ReplyDeleteThat dresser turned out fantastic! And guess what? You won my 250 sticker/label giveaway! Send me an email so I can send your information to the sponsor! congrats!
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Greetings! GORGEOUS JOB! My mother had a piece just like that. Guess what? I didn't keep it when we moved from the city to the country. Man, am I sorry now after seeing your beautiful job! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteBest regards,
Gloria
So, love the piece when you finished it!!!! I have been thinking of coming down to see Amy at the shop sometime soon. I would love it if we could connect & maybe do lunch. Does that sound like fun? I had lost your blog & was so glad to see you post on Lisa's post yesterday. I haven't talk to you since you won my give away. And that's awhile!!! Hope you are having a great start to the summer. Looks like it's going to be a HOT one! Hugs! Charlene
ReplyDeletewow - that looks fantastic...
ReplyDeleteohmygosh!!! that looks absolutely amazing...and totally gorgeous!!! thanks for stopping over to visit with me:)
ReplyDeleteI LOVE, LOVE this! It's just too perfect.
ReplyDeleteKristine
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Seriously - I'm not sure if I like the buffet or the painting more?!!?! It's a toss-up - but oh-my-gosh they look SO great together!!!
ReplyDeleteLove it!
;-) robelyn
Looks beautiful, I love French pieces as I have many french pieces in my home and blog postings.
ReplyDeleteLove the gray, I to paint with gray and wash white through the paint for a european flea market look!
Will follow you, can't wait to see your next project.
Dore
I'm IN LOVE!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful job girl!!!
HOW BEAUTIFUL!!
ReplyDeleteThe painting is the icing on the cake!
I am wondering if I have any grey paint somewhere :)
(Maybe I can mix some!)
Anyway, this post inspired me to paint some wood!
I'll bet this piece is stunning in your room!
Lovely!
Wow! It looks so gorgeous! Have a sweet day!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous!!!
ReplyDeleteWhite paint makes EVERYTHING better!
XO,
Anne
It looks amazing - great transformation! Thanks for stopping by my blog.
ReplyDeleteLove that color! What a nice change up from black and white.
ReplyDeleteNice transformation, it turned out beautiful. I was glad you remembered to take a photo before you finished. You picked a great color. sandi
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