Paint And Distress A Vintage Wood Table
Hey guys! Wait until you see the blue desk….and the chair. I wasn’t planning a post for today but I finished this project yesterday and couldn’t wait to share it. I’m really excited to be back in the swing of things with painting furniture and working on other DIY projects.
Vintage Table Painted Blue
The past few years have been up and down for me. After the Laboratory I worked at for over 25 years shut down in 2013 I was at loose ends and went back to college. Many of you know I graduated this past May.
During this time I went through periods of mild depression especially when I was on college break or vacation. It’s not that I didn’t have anything to do because I always have projects waiting on me. But most of the time I was working on projects because I felt I had to…not because I really had the urge to create something.
Over the last couple of weeks I’ve been looking forward to getting in the workshop and painting furniture, so I think I’m back. It’s just that it’s too darn hot to work in the shop. I finally couldn’t take it any longer and headed to the shop to paint this beauty on Tuesday afternoon. If this darn weather would just cool down I would be happy.
This is the desk the JTS bought at an auction. It was a little dinged up and wobbly. Repairs were in order. You can see where we worked on it here…Furniture Makeovers Involve Repairs And Mistakes.
And the chair is one of a pair I found at the Nashville Flea Market. I paid $10 each for the chairs. Not a bargain but good enough. If you live close to Nashville or not toooo far away you need to make a trip to the market. It will be worth your while. It’s high on my list of favorite shopping places…right below my favorite junk shop.
My friend Sara at the shop gave me a can of new paint to try out. She sells the paint in the shop and hasn’t had a chance to try the latest formula of the paint.
The red rose knob is also from a set of pulls I bought somewhere….can’t remember. I do remember I asked you guys about them and someone said they are drapery pullbacks. I’ll find the original post and let you know where I bought them. My memory isn’t so hot.
I mentioned a couple of weeks ago about maybe making video tutorials of my projects. I finally bit the bullet and did a few. My favorite paint technique is featured in this short video (less than 2 minutes)…
I plan to share the desk and chair makeover details next week. I’ve run out of time today. I’ll tell you about the paint, where I got the pretty fabric, how I distressed the desk, and what spray paint color I used on the knob and the color for the chair. Have a great weekend! Kathy
Angie @ Knick of Time says
Glad you got back in the workshop,because this is a beautiful makeover! Thanks for sharing it at Talk of the Town – you’re being featured next week, and I pinned it to the Knick of TimeTalk of the Town party board!
Marie says
This is sooo smart! I would have never thought of this but it is a perfect space-saving desk idea (and perfect for wee one to use as well). Thanks so much for sharing your makeover with us at Merry Monday this week!
Sadie Seasongoods says
Bombshell is right…va va va voom! Just plain gorgeous…so glad you linked up to Talk of the Town!
Mary-the boondocks blog says
This came out so pretty Kathy. The color grabbed me the moment I saw it. This is such a great project that just looking at it is enough to lift your spirits.
Debrashoppeno5 says
The red rose knob intrigued me and when I saw what it goes to I am glad I checked. The whole set is adorable, bright and happy looking. It brings a smile to our faces.
Kathy Owen says
How sweet. Thank you!
Bec @ Love That Party says
Wow! Just looking at these colours make me happy and that red rose handle in the PERFECT touch. Even the fabric is just the right choice. This is my perfect desk and chair combo, I love it. Thanks for sharing your talent and ideas. I would say your back with a bang baby! Love it!
Marie, The Interior Frugalista says
Oh my gosh Kathy this is just darling! Love the blue color, especially combined with the red rose knob. Pairing it with that fabulous chair with the gorgeous fabric – perfection. Pinning to share 🙂
Vera Pawlowski says
Kathy, your video is great. I look forward to seeing more of them. I’m glad you’re feeling better. Your blog is the only one I follow and I look forward to seeing it every day.
rose l. says
The little desk is so cute and love the colorful seat covering fabric!
Jamie says
I love this! Glad you are feeling better, looking forward to the details.❤️
Margo says
Just gorgeous!!
Jess says
Perfectly adorable Kathy! I can’t wait to read about the details! I’m glad you’re feeling better-you are an inspiration to me and many others. ❤️