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Monday, March 28, 2011

Gotta Love A Good Save

Isn't this the sweetest little table?

Well, of course it didn't start out quite so cute. They never do. I brought this piece home from book club last month. Don't you love that? My friend Peggy brought if for me, although she was sure I wouldn't really want it. It was from her mom's house. They were cleaning out the basement and this was in the trash pile. Peggy's mom suggested that maybe she bring it home for me. Peggy thought it was beyond help, but her mom was right. Of course I wanted it! After a thorough scrubbing and sanding, I went with spray paint on this one. (No, not a paint sprayer, still dreaming about that!) The stains didn't wash out, so I used Kilz Original Oil-Based Primer and Sealer for maximum stainblocking. It looked so much better with just the primer. Then I sprayer it several times with Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch Ultra Cover in Warm Yellow. I finished it off with two coats of Minwax Wipe-On Poly. And that was it. Done and done as Karla would say. I think this was definitely a piece worth saving! Thanks to Peggy and her mom!




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72 comments:

  1. ToteMarch 28, 2011 at 11:08 PM

    Great table. You did a great job with it!

    Susan

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  2. ChrissieMarch 28, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    So pretty, you really brought this sweet piece back to life!

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  3. Tire Swing MomMarch 28, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    Such a pretty table! It makes you wonder just how many "diamonds in the rough" have been thrown out. A good save, indeed.

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  4. JillyMarch 28, 2011 at 11:22 PM

    That is so beautiful, you have done a great job!!! I love making old things new again!
    oxox

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  5. UnknownMarch 28, 2011 at 11:35 PM

    LOVE IT GREAT COLOR

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  6. NanaDianaMarch 28, 2011 at 11:42 PM

    What a GREAT looking table. I love the lines of her! I can see her flying out the sales door now! xxoo diana

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  7. Kim @ A Brush of WhimsyMarch 29, 2011 at 3:29 AM

    You really saved that table...I'll bet Peggy doesn't even recognize it! (I've been using Kilz spray, too...love it!)

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  8. molly susan strongMarch 29, 2011 at 7:47 AM

    Nice lines! Definitely a good save.

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  9. That's A StitchMarch 29, 2011 at 7:51 AM

    Great job.. I just love it.

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  10. Allison@FabRehabMarch 29, 2011 at 7:52 AM

    What a great table! You made it gorgeous!!

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  11. gail@My Repurposed LifeMarch 29, 2011 at 8:58 AM

    that shelf/table looks great now! I think peggy and her momma might want it back.
    gail

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  12. CathyMarch 29, 2011 at 9:08 AM

    Fantastic job! I love the details on the legs and design on the side and now it really shows!

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  13. KateMarch 29, 2011 at 10:49 AM

    Nice save! It looks great :)

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  14. AngieMarch 29, 2011 at 11:51 AM

    LOVE! I adopted this very same table when my husband and I married. It's been sitting in our basement for 4 years now and I think it's going to get a paint job! Thanks for the inspiration! :)

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  15. Handbags*and*PigtailsMarch 29, 2011 at 12:01 PM

    Um...I think Peggy is going to want it back. Great job!
    XO,
    Sarah

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  16. CharoMarch 29, 2011 at 12:39 PM

    Looks fantastic!

    Great job!
    Hugs
    Charo

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  17. HeatherMarch 29, 2011 at 2:15 PM

    That is a darling table and a great save by you! Well done!

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  18. Colleen/And Baby Makes FiveMarch 29, 2011 at 2:22 PM

    Definitely! Love the remake ... and the color.

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  19. LynnMarch 29, 2011 at 3:51 PM

    I love the color you chose for the little table. What a wonderful makeover. I love when things get a new life after some TLC is given them. I'm visiting from NTT and I'm your newest follower. I hope you stop by Cottage and Creek and say 'hi'.
    Thanks for sharing today!
    ~Lynn
    www.cottageandcreek.com

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  20. PeggyMarch 29, 2011 at 6:32 PM

    Sharon, Fantastic job on the table! My mom and I love what you have done with it. I guess it goes without saying that my mom is usually right. She knew that you were the one who would bring that table back to life. It was originally my grandmother's table, so that makes it even more exciting!

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  21. DIYbyDesignMarch 29, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    You really did an awesome job on that table. Thanks so much for linking up to my Swing into Spring party.

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  22. Tammy @ Type AMarch 29, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    wow the difference is huge! looks great. thanks for sharing this at my party!

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  23. Kindra-At Home With KMarch 29, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    I'm so glad that little table didn't make it to the landfill! Paint does wonders. Yellow is the perfect color for this sweet piece. Thanks so much for linking up to Terrific Under Ten!

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  24. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 8:35 PM

    I love that you can buy primer in a spray. Love the lines of this table and the yellow is beautiful! Nice makeover!

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  25. ~Lavender Dreamer~March 29, 2011 at 8:39 PM

    It's always so hard to find small tables with style! I love this one and the new look! Great job! ♥

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  26. Sonny GMarch 29, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    It really looks stunning, thanks to your hard work..

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  27. emilysnanMarch 29, 2011 at 8:52 PM

    hiya , great transformation tfs
    www.emilysnan.blogspot.com
    xmaggiex

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  28. The Polka Dot ClosetMarch 29, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Love it and love the soft yellow color. I just love that people give me stuff, they always go maybe you can do something with this! That was a prize! Visiting from Wow us Wed.

    Carol

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  29. Yvonne@StyleBurbMarch 29, 2011 at 9:15 PM

    I love color...it looks so warm and friendly. Have you got a spot for it? We should all have friends like Peggy!

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  30. Cassie BustamanteMarch 29, 2011 at 9:18 PM

    it turned out so cute! the yellow was perfect for this table.

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  31. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 9:25 PM

    I love a saved item! It was free and now is so cute! Great job!

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  32. AnonymousMarch 29, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    Fantastic, as usual, Sharon! I love the color...so springy!

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  33. DebbiedoosMarch 29, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    So worth the save. I like the creamy color too!

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  34. SjnMarch 29, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    I love the lines of that piece. Yes! Definitely worth saving and you did a great job at it!

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  35. Shannon @FairfaceWashclothsMarch 29, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    Wow - that's a gorgeous makeover! Lucky find! People don't realize what they have...or maybe most of us aren't as skilled or patient as you are to turn it into something lovely!
    shannonsews.blogspot.com

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  36. Leslie {Goodbye, house. Hello, home!}March 30, 2011 at 12:15 AM

    You resurrected it!
    It looks fantastic!
    Minwax Wipe-on poly, have I got a table for you!
    Thanks for the break down of the steps to keeping a piece nice after it's been painted!
    Did Peggy's mom want her table back? :)
    ~HUGS!
    ~me

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  37. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 12:35 AM

    You are right! That was a great save! I love the color you picked to - so pretty.

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  38. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastalMarch 30, 2011 at 1:52 AM

    That looks great! You did such a good job bringing it back to life. It's so cute now.

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  39. xinexMarch 30, 2011 at 2:33 AM

    What a trasformation! You did a great job...Christine

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  40. Erika . . . with a KMarch 30, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Cute little table, great job. I love the color you used!

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  41. laxsupermomMarch 30, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Wow! Such a dramatic transformation! Love it! Great color, too. Thanks for sharing.

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  42. WendyMarch 30, 2011 at 9:32 AM

    Such a great before & after!

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  43. Miss Gracie's HouseMarch 30, 2011 at 9:53 AM

    YEP...totally worth it...such sweet lines!
    Rene
    Your words of support for my *mess* have encouraged me so much...thank you for sharing your heart with me!

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  44. Shelby OsmondMarch 30, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    You did a great job! I love finding a good find! Hey if your interested I am hosting a giveaway for cute skirt on my blog and would love it if you would stop by!

    http://brandonandshelby.blogspot.com/2011/03/sew-chatty-giveaway.html

    Shelby

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  45. DonnieMarch 30, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    That came out great and it looks like a perfect size.

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  46. MimiMarch 30, 2011 at 6:21 PM

    I'm stopping by from Whassup Wednesday and have to say you are one lucky lady! I'm guessing Peggy and here Mom knew what magic you could do with this table. I really like it-great job!

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  47. very merry vintage styleMarch 30, 2011 at 10:12 PM

    Love it-you always pick the best colors for your projects! Great save--thanks for linking to my Share the Love party!
    Mary

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  48. InMyOwnStyleMarch 30, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    Hi Sharon-

    Looks like you are burning the midnight oil too. Thanks for leaving me the comment. Your new little table is so sweet - do you know what you are going to use it for. It looks like a library kind of table - unique. You have very nice friends!
    My best- Diane

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  49. Jessica @ Sunny TuesdayMarch 31, 2011 at 6:23 AM

    Good save! I love how it turned out!

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  50. AnonymousMarch 31, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    Well done you! It looks beautiful xxx

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  51. Luxy LivingMarch 31, 2011 at 9:24 AM

    Nice save! Its gorgeous!
    -Chartreuse-

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  52. Pam KesslerMarch 31, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    Very pretty. Loving the color too. You saved her!

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  53. Blue Ridge Altered ArtMarch 31, 2011 at 10:41 AM

    What an amazing transformation. I love the color and the design. ~~Sherry~~

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  54. LVMarch 31, 2011 at 10:44 AM

    It is amazing what you can do with things if you have the know how. That was a remarkable makeover of that table. Nicely done.

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  55. AprilMarch 31, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    Love that table!

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  56. KathyMarch 31, 2011 at 1:24 PM

    That's lovely, it will make a nice accent table, and it even has some shelves for storage!

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  57. Debra@CommonGroundMarch 31, 2011 at 1:40 PM

    This turned out great! Don't ya just love it when everyone knows we'll take thier "throw aways"? Great little shelf, especially for books,
    thanks for linking up for VIF!
    hugs,
    Debra

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  58. AmandaMarch 31, 2011 at 2:08 PM

    That is the sweetest little table ever! I am so glad it didn't get thrown away...wouldn't that have been so sad? You did a beautiful job restoring it! Such a charming piece! I love the color too!
    Best Wishes and Blessings
    Amanda
    Happy VIF!

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  59. Allison {A Glimpse Inside}March 31, 2011 at 2:16 PM

    Love that little table! The color is awesome and the details on the side are fabulous!
    Thanks for linking up!

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  60. Amy KinserMarch 31, 2011 at 7:13 PM

    Great save. It looks wonderful.

    Blessings, Amy

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  61. PamMarch 31, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    Adorable! It turned out so cute...great save.

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  62. emilysnanMarch 31, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    hiya great project and tutorial , i am visitng from handy man crafty woman and i am your newest follower NO.500 YAY congrats to you on the milestone , i reached 100 ontuesday and i am pretty chuffed , hope you can visit me too
    xmaggiex

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  63. GardenOfDaisiesMarch 31, 2011 at 10:08 PM

    And the ugly duckling turned into a swan!! What a lovely table transformation!!! Do you already know where you plan to use it?

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  64. EmilyApril 1, 2011 at 12:28 AM

    This table is darling!!! It turned out amazing.
    -emily
    nestnestingnested.blogspot

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  65. Katherines CornerApril 1, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    I love it, well done!!!!! Happy Friday Hugs!

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  66. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereApril 1, 2011 at 12:16 PM

    Hi Sharon, Great save! What a difference paint makes. Thanks for sharing your cute table at my party.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  67. AnonymousApril 1, 2011 at 12:25 PM

    That is a great piece.

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  68. Handy Man, Crafty WomanApril 1, 2011 at 12:49 PM

    What a cute little table!! Thanks for linking this up to Wicked Awesome Wednesday.

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  69. Noble VintageApril 2, 2011 at 7:49 PM

    Really cute Sharon! I love the lines on this little table. How lucky for you that your friend brought you this piece :) Thanks for sharing your project at Transformations and Treasures!

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  70. Courtney ~ French Country CottageApril 2, 2011 at 11:59 PM

    I love it- love the lines- love the color~ absolutely charming!! Great save from the garbage pile too! Thanks for sharing at FNF!:)

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  71. Liz @ the Brambleberry CottageApril 4, 2011 at 11:24 PM

    Sooo cute! I love that little table, Sharon. Between you and I, someone's trash is always our treasure. ;)

    Thanks for linking to the party.

    Blessings,
    Liz @ the Brambleberry Cottage
    http://thebrambleberrycottage.blogspot.com/

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  72. Leigh AnnApril 13, 2011 at 8:43 PM

    So pretty! Where did you find the warm yellow? The stores around me just have the bright yellow. I love all of your work.

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