How about another makeover?
This pretty cherry finish nightstand used to be in the beachy guestroom, until I found that neat round table from TJ Maxx that I painted the top black and put in there. I picked this piece up somewhere at an antiques store and can’t even remember exactly where I found it in Atlanta, but it has served me well in a guestroom over the years. But, now it’s time to change it. I had a spot in mind in the master bathroom that I just knew it would look great and replace another little piece that was in there.
So, this one got a new coat of paint. All I did to prepare it was wipe it down with some of my liquid sander. Deglosses the wood and gets it ready to paint. Sprayed with white spray paint and did several light coats.
I actually used some yardsale paint that I picked up for about 50 cents for 2 cans. Just enough for this project. It was by Krylon, Living Color in Ivory and was just perfect for what I needed. I’ve also used Porcelain by Valspar brand and it’s a good one too, as well as Heirloom White which is used all across blogland. It was a little too perfect, so I decided to shabby it up just a bit. (this carpet is not pink, it just photographs really strange every time. It’s a beigy color)
Got out some sandpaper and hit the edges and the detailed molding to take off the paint and get down to the bare wood in a few spots.
Then I got out some Cherry stain and hit those spots with a Q-tip, just to darken and age it slightly. Wiped off excess stain right away.
And here’s where it will go, replacing this wicker and iron stand that I’ve had for ages.
Cute, huh? I really like how it looks in here against the blue walls.
That basket was found at Homegoods and matches my bedroom paisley fabric. Perfect for holding the hair dryer and flatiron, headbands, clips, brushes. Wish I had another plug in here, but it is what it is, so I keep it plugged in all the time.
So, instead of getting rid of this piece, I just moved it up and gave it a facelift. And it’s just perfect for me now! I put my wash cloths in the drawer and I can stack a couple of towels underneath.
Do you have anything that needs a facelift?
In just a couple of hours, it can be done and you’ll be enjoying a whole new look.
Lovely piece Rhoda!
Now, I'm going to offer you a heads up on something that happened to me. I had an old blowdryer that was seeing it's last days. I too kept it plugged in all the time. One day I was just in my bathroom and something caught my eye. My blowdryer was GLOWING on it's own! Not turned on! Then it started smoking. Oh my gosh… I quickly unplugged it. That was a fire in the making and very scary. I'm sure glad I happened to be home at the time AND in the same room!
So what did I do? Bought a new one and keep it plugged in because the plug is hard to reach! Thanks for the reminder. I'm going to unplug it today after I use it. LOL
Donna
Looks so fresh and kinda beachy. Perfect for your blue bathroom!
Girl…you are SO talented…and you SO inspire me!
I'm going to bookmark this post..so I have a reference for when I find the perfect table/side table that I've been looking for.
I SO love what you did. 🙂
Love it….gotta get me some of that liquid sander!!
Nerina 🙂
Hi Miss Rhoda! Looking good in her white distressed shabbyness! Are those words?….Anyway I need to get myself some of that liquid sander and redo some chairs. Oh the lazy days of summer.~
All right! Another fab project that got the Rhoda touch.
It looks great.
I am concerned about you leaving those appliances plugged in all the time, though.
Things can overheat so easily and start a fire. Just want you safe, Rhoda!
That table turned out great! I can't believe you did it with spray paint. Looks good in that spot too!
This looks great! I love the rope detail on it and this little table was meant to be painted white!
Be a sweetie,
Shelia 😉
Really nice makeover!
I am currently on the hunt for 2 small mismatched nightstands that I can paint
Maybe this weekend I will get lucky!
The table looks perfect in your bathroom! Great transformation!
Another great job my friend…I always love coming by here and getting me some great ideas…thanks for sharing,,,may you have a great day…hugs and smiles Gl♥ria
After reading your blog, I never look at an old piece of furniture the same way any more. It just amazes me how you transform each piece that you do. That white nightstand is beautiful!!! I told my walking partner about your blog and she did her old coffee table and it looks amazing! She painted the top black and the legs off white and distressed the edges, etc. and it looks awesome! She is so excited with it. Thanks for the inspiration. Love & blessings from NC!
It looks great! I think I will try that liquid sander stuff when I paint my living room tables.
Very cute! Good use of "recycling". Thanks for the tip about liquid sander. I had forgotten I meant to buy some, but will be going to Lowe's this weekend anyway. Enjoy your new piece. It looks great where you have it.
Mary Lou
Rhoda,
what a difference that made!!
I love it!
Have a couple of pieces at the store i would like to do.
Anyone know where i can get more time? =0)
blessings,
barbara jean
me again. I've never heard of 'liquid sander'. will have to give that a try.
what about priming??
I've heard horror stories about not priming and paint comes off.
I do suspect you are an ecperienced painter, and i sure would not mind 'no priming!"
=0)
you know , I was going to say that I wished you had left just the top and that braided piece that goes across the front in its natural wood…kida block them out 7 then go to yuor painting…but seeing it in its environment I think it looks superb!!!
Youve got a great eye!!
Great makeover. It really pops against those blue walls, which I love too.
Facelift? Me-ha, ha!! The table looks so fresh and clean. Love, love, love it!!!
Completely and utterly stunning 🙂