Layer Paint Using Vaseline
Learn how to layer paint using Vaseline. The Vaseline layering technique is easy and the video tutorial will walk you through the process.
Do you guys remember the days when shabby chic pink and white decor was all the rage? I do, but I forgot how much I love the look. Working on this project and seeing the results reminded me how pretty shabby chic can be. 
Shabby Chic Pink And White Paint Layers
Today is themed furniture day and the theme is “layered”, meaning layered paint. For the theme I layered off-white paint over pink paint and I’m in love. Patting myself on the back. You know I do that sometimes.
The piece I choose for the makeover is perfect for layered paint. Look at all those gorgeous details.
I bought the nightstand/end table/ whatever you want it to be, at My Favorite Junk Shop for ten dollars. Does it look a little odd to you? That’s because it’s one half…or less…of a vintage vanity.The peeling veneer and missing hardware didn’t scare me off at all. I knew at first sight that it would be a shabby chic stunner.
The beautiful decorative detail on the vanity door was still intact. Win-Win. Usually the wood appliques are in pieces. The knobs I decided on for the makeover were salvaged from the white-washed coral chest of drawers I painted earlier this year. The knobs work well because they don’t over shadow the pretty wood details.
And how about the little curvy detail on the bottom??
I made a video of the whole process. The best way to learn. See the video below…..
Favorite DIY Tools and Paints:
Beyond Paint for Furniture
Ryobi Drill (cordless)
Mouse Sander (cordless)
FrogTape Painters Tape
Howard’s Restore-a-Finish
Rustoleum Heirloom White Spray Paint
Rustoleum Metallic Copper Spray Paint
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Now it’s time to take the “layered” tour. The DIY Furniture Girls project photos are below. Just click the photos to see the complete makeover. I’ll see you guys next week. Have a great weekend.
Kathy Owen is the creative guru, content creator, photographer, and worker bee behind the popular Home Décor DIY Blog Petticoat Junktion. She focuses on reinventing found treasures and decorating her home Get all the nitty gritty on Kathy here.
Cheryl says
This is gorgeous! Wish I could find one like this, great job!!
Gloria says
I almost think this would have looked better in a different color than white. It’s a bit too washed out.
Linda says
This is gorgeous. What a beautiful transformation. love the color too. I would love if you shared this at our link party on Sunday @ 4:00 EST, Dishing It & Digging It.
Debrashoppeno5 says
Beautiful! I have always loved the layering effect using pink and white. It always makes me think I am decorating a little girl’s room. It looks so delicate and feminine.
Leanna says
I want your vanity. Its beautiful.
Karen Marie Kedzuch says
Kathy,
You layered the paint and finish on just right to make this part of a vanity shine. Gorgeous!
Happy Creating,
Karen Marie
Jen @ Girl in the Garage says
Such a pretty little table! The pink highlights the details perfectly Kathy. <3
Ruth says
Love the look, didn’t know it went out of style!!! 🙂
Paula says
I love the details of this piece and the pink paint peeking out from under the white really brings them out. Lovely update!
Gracie Redfield says
I love the nightstand’s new look! Beautiful color choices!
Marcie Lovett says
I always say this, but it’s so true — I can’t believe that’s the same piece! What a beautiful transformation.
[email protected] says
What a deal! You got lucky! I think I would have smiled the whole way home with that beauty in the car. Love what you did with it and the two colors are perfect together! Pinned:)
rose l. says
I like the slight peek-a-boo of pink as not so overwhelming.
[email protected] of a Serial Do-it-Yourselfer says
OOH I love the shabby chic in this sweet piece, Kathy! Layering the pinks was a perfect choice! XO
Marie from The Interior Frugalista says
How pretty is that! Love the subtle hints of pink showing through, Kathy. Such a pretty piece with all those curvy details. Pinning and sharing 🙂
Karin Chudy (ART IS BEAUTY) says
Kathy, the pink poking through makes all the difference! What a happy piece!
Hugs,
Karin
Lindsay Eidahl says
This is so sweet! I love the color you chose! Beautiful!
Vicki says
Is your flamingo picture for sale? I love all your posts! You are a creative genius.
Susie @ The Chelsea Project says
Ohhhhh! How I love, love, love this! The color is devine! Great makeover, as always, dear friend. Susie from Chelsea Project