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Saturday, June 25, 2011

Curvy And Straight

This is the tale of two cute little side tables that could not be more different - one curvy and one straight! It all started with a request from Cari who is decorating a beach house. Cari came to our spring sale and went home with a boat load of furniture.







Cari sent me an email asking if I had anything that would work as an additional bedside table. I sent her pictures of a variety of choices and she fell in love with this curvy girl.





She asked for blue. Again I sent her a variety of choices and we settled on Mariner Blue from the Martha Stewart line, although I had it mixed in the Behr Ultra Premium Plus Paint and Primer in One - love skipping that priming step!








That little top shelf is so sweet!





And Cari asked for a cute knob. I think this one qualifies.





Don't you just love the curvy lines and the soft cottage feel? And in that shade of blue, she's just perfect for a beach house!





When Cari picked up her bedside table, she brought me another table that she no longer wanted. With it's formal feel and straight lines, it was such a contrast to the first one.





I had a brand new can of chalk paint in Provence that I was anxious to open, so I started painting immediately.






I used Old White as an accent color.











Again, I used the Annie Sloan soft wax. I love the way it goes on so smoothly, but it does take some time to set-up properly before you can buff it.






I think this one has a very prim and proper feel!




So there you have it, two completely different side tables - one curvy and one straight!


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32 comments:

  1. Crystal @ Ordinary DaysJune 25, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Oh, I love the curvy gal, too! lol I really love them both but there is just something so darling about the first one. Perfect for a beach house! :)

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  2. KatieJune 25, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    They both look great! I love the color you chose! That straight table is just adorable!

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  3. kathieJune 25, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Love them ~ especially love the white accents on the second one, they really pop now!

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  4. Joy@aVintageGreenJune 25, 2011 at 10:08 AM

    Very cottage. Love the blue paint. Nice look on the table. Thanks for sharing.
    - Joy

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  5. Chris at Red Gate FarmJune 25, 2011 at 10:57 AM

    Love them both... I can see the curvy one fitting into a beach-y place! The curves are kind of like the waves!

    How are you feeling about the chalk paint these days? I'm still wanting to try it but have been a bit "on the fence" because of the cost. The provence color is one that is on my list!

    ~Chris

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  6. EmilyJune 25, 2011 at 11:19 AM

    both tables are great, but i super love that curvy lady!!

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  7. Kim @ A Brush of WhimsyJune 25, 2011 at 11:20 AM

    They are both just darling! I have been dying to try the Provence color!!! Have a great weekend!

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  8. ChrissieJune 25, 2011 at 11:50 AM

    I love them both. Those shades of blue are dreamy!

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  9. Grammy GoodwillJune 25, 2011 at 5:02 PM

    I can't believe Chrissie said EXACTLY what I was going to say. They look great.

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  10. Our Hopeful HomeJune 25, 2011 at 11:02 PM

    Love them BOTH! Wish I had a beach house! :)

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  11. MaryAnnJune 26, 2011 at 12:02 AM

    They are both adorable. It would be hard to choose. Love the beautiful blues~
    MaryAnn

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  12. Beverly {Flamingo Toes}June 26, 2011 at 1:35 AM

    Oh - the colors are super pretty!! I love that curvy table - very cute!! Thanks so much for linking up to Think Pink Sundays! ;)

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  13. JoyceJune 26, 2011 at 5:59 AM

    I love the colour- just gorgeous!

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  14. Cassie BustamanteJune 26, 2011 at 8:47 AM

    they are both adorable, but i have to admit i looooove the second a wee bit more. that curved front and the nice slim legs! i sound like i am describing my ideal body shape! ;)

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  15. gail@My Repurposed LifeJune 26, 2011 at 9:06 PM

    They both are very cute, but the second is definitely my favorite!
    super job!
    I'll be waxing some paris gray tomorrow. :)
    wish me luck!
    gail

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  16. JodiJune 26, 2011 at 9:19 PM

    I really like them both, love the color especially!

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  17. The Charm of HomeJune 26, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    These both turned out perfect! I am hoping to redo a piece of furniture soon with the pretty turquoise color. Love how yours turned out!
    Sherry

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  18. AnonymousJune 26, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    What a sweet curvy little table. I'd love one like that! I wish she would send you a picture to share with us after she's put it in her bedroom. The other table is darling! You do wonderful work.
    be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;)

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  19. TracyJune 26, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    Both are very cute! The color on the first one is perfect for a beach house.

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  20. Be Colorful CoastalJune 26, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    Oooh so pretty. Love that color. Great work. Really.
    Visiting via BNOTP
    Pam @ BeColorful

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  21. AnonymousJune 27, 2011 at 1:45 AM

    Really cute! I'm going through a birds and blue phase right now. Everything I love is this color! I love the glass knob, and the white pull. Gives the pieces that something special.

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  22. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJune 27, 2011 at 3:08 PM

    I think they both look great! I do love the curvy one best though! What a sweet little bedside table that would be.

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  23. AmandaJune 27, 2011 at 3:59 PM

    The curvy gal is just gorgeous, love the colour too!

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  24. Honey at 2805June 27, 2011 at 4:29 PM

    You worked miracles on both of these little gals! They both must be happy in their new "blue" phase!

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  25. MarianneJune 27, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    Both tables look great in blue! I'm actually loving the second table.

    Marianne :)

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  26. .June 27, 2011 at 11:21 PM

    Those curves are awesome!! They booth great in blue. :)

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  27. Megan GunyanJune 28, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    So cute, great re-do! I would love to try that chalk paint! I'm just wondering if I can justify the expense?? Also, do you paint with a brush or roller? I'm painting a huge piece of furniture right now and not sure what to use! Help!

    I'd love for you to join my giveaway for 2 canvas pillow forms going on now! www.alittleknickknack.com Happy 4th!

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  28. AnonymousJune 28, 2011 at 9:31 AM

    How cute are they. Love it! Hope you will share at our link party on Sunday at decoratinginsanity.com.

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  29. Ginger@gingersnapcrafts.comJune 29, 2011 at 12:23 AM

    Following from Not Just a Housewife. Those turned out great. Love the knob. :) Would love to have you link this up to my {wow me} wednesday link party going on right now over on my blog. The most view link will receive a set of fancy rectangle chalkboard labels from my etsy shop. Hope to see you there.

    Ginger
    gingersnapcrafts.blogspot.com

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  30. JillyJune 29, 2011 at 3:54 AM

    In first seen, it seems very Straight but it also curvy and looks very stylish. It is best furniture to keep in kitchen.
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  31. Confessions of a Stay at Home MommyJune 29, 2011 at 9:28 AM

    So pretty! I would love it if you linked up to my Tuesday Confessional link party going on now: http://www.craftyconfessions.com/2011/06/tuesday-confessional-link-party.html
    I hope to see you soon!
    ~Macy

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  32. Chocolate Drool and KissesJuly 1, 2011 at 12:01 AM

    Thanks for linking up to the Creative Bloggers' Party & Hop.
    Crystal
    www.chocolatedroolandkisses.blogspot.com

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