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Monday, August 15, 2011

Paris Grey Vanity/Desk

Megan decided to tackle a second vanity and the result is absolutely gorgeous!




This one had been hiding out in the garage since last fall. I picked it up at a barn sale. And it even has a matching dresser that you will see soon.



Except for a few veneer issues, it was in great shape.




Originally a vanity, it had the holes on the top to attach a mirror. But Megan decided it would make the perfect desk.



After a little repair work with wood filler and a light sanding, she gave the body of the desk two coats of Paris Grey chalk paint and the drawers got two coats of Old White. I know they say you don't have to sand before using the chalk paint, but we think it's a good idea to at least go over your piece lightly with a sanding sponge.





After painting, Megan distressed lightly and went over the whole piece with clear wax.



The details on this piece are just lovely!









And we're in love with this color combination!


























Don't you just love anything on cute little wheels?









Megan says this is her favorite project so far. She might not be able to part with this one.





She's on the lookout for the perfect little chair. And she already has her eye on some pretty fabric in grey, white and yellow.




Their new apartment will have an office space. Liam has a big chunky boy desk. Megan just might need a pretty girly desk. Hmmm, I'll let you know what happens.






Great job Megan! This one is stunning!

I'm linking to...


The Girl Creative beneath my heart




The DIY Show Off Making Monday Marvelous Linky Party




UndertheTableandDreaming



Chic on a Shoestring Decorating Funky Junk's Sat Nite Special





The Shabby Nest Furniture Feature FridaysMy Repurposed Life



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58 comments:

  1. Cassie BustamanteAugust 15, 2011 at 11:43 AM

    it looks beautiful! love the color combo. and she did a fabulous job with the distressing- she's a pro already! must have a really good teacher! :)

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  2. sandy August 15, 2011 at 1:09 PM

    Megan's quite creative! This is gorgeous!!!

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  3. PaulaAugust 15, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Amazing! Love the color combo!

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  4. Linda@Coastal CharmAugust 15, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Meagan did an outstanding job on this piece...love the color combo! I'm working with these two colors this week on a few pieces. Hope to see ya at NTT tonight:)

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  5. Katie @ Wildwood CreekAugust 15, 2011 at 1:52 PM

    Beutiful color combo and distressing! Very pretty lines and details.

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  6. AnonymousAugust 15, 2011 at 3:07 PM

    Aw, it's so precious!! I don't think I could part with it either!!

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  7. Our Hopeful HomeAugust 15, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    Oh, I'd keep it! Love the color combo and the painted hardware, too! Barn sale restyling at it's finest. Great job.

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  8. Korrie@RedHenHomeAugust 15, 2011 at 4:24 PM

    Your painting buddy is doing great work! It's lovely.

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  9. kathieAugust 15, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    Gorgeous! I don't blame her for not wanting to part with it :)

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  10. Kim @ A Brush of WhimsyAugust 16, 2011 at 1:39 AM

    Megan is a natural! It looks awesome!

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  11. AllisonAugust 16, 2011 at 2:51 AM

    It's beautiful! I love the combination of the two colors and all of the detail. I think I'd keep that one, too! It's got a lot of style.

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  12. foreverdecoratingAugust 16, 2011 at 10:05 AM

    Really pretty. I am so glad that you posted this because I just ordered Paris Grey to go with my Old White!!!

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  13. GwendolynKayAugust 16, 2011 at 10:12 AM

    Love it!! Does Megan paint for a living? She has a gift here.
    Blessings~

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  14. Kathryn Ferguson GriffinAugust 16, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Love it! Don't you just love chalk paint? Found you via Shades of Amber and have become your newest follower. Feel free to pop over for a visit when you get a moment. Tootles, Kathryn
    http://thededicatedhouse.blogspot.com/2011/06/chalk-paint-and-goodwill-most.html

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  15. Decor & HarmonyAugust 16, 2011 at 4:20 PM

    Kudos to Megan! She has such a flair with the paintbrush. You ladies "rock."

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  16. A Few PenniesAugust 16, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    So pretty; I'm loving the gray on walls and furniture these days. It's so classy and soothing to look at. Great job.

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  17. Laura LeeAugust 16, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    Just beautiful! I love this color combo!

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  18. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleAugust 16, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    That looks great. Love the colors. I just ordered Paris Gray and can't wait to see it in person.

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  19. UnknownAugust 17, 2011 at 12:19 PM

    It's gorgeous! The color combo is so soothing! Come check me out-
    www.alivedinhome.blogspot.com

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  20. ChristineAugust 17, 2011 at 3:16 PM

    That is so gorgeous!! I love it. Now if I could only score pieces like that I would be in business!!

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  21. AnonymousAugust 17, 2011 at 4:21 PM

    Would you come and share this with WorkShop Wednesday. It would be a nice addition to the party and I would love to feature it next week!

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  22. Handy Man, Crafty WomanAugust 17, 2011 at 7:17 PM

    Love the color combination! Beautiful piece! Thank you for linking to Wicked Awesome Wednesday!

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  23. PamelaAugust 17, 2011 at 7:24 PM

    Just lovely! I am currently using Chateau Gray and Old White on an armoire for our guest room.

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  24. c.w.frostingAugust 17, 2011 at 8:09 PM

    Great color combination! Beautiful details on this piece!

    -caroline @ c.w.frosting

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  25. Ann from On Sutton PlaceAugust 17, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    This is lovely. So tell me...what really is the best wax to use?

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  26. ColoradoladyAugust 17, 2011 at 11:15 PM

    Beautiful. I have a couple of pieces I need to refinish, it is just too hot here to do any of that right now!! Happy VTT!

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  27. My Dream CanvasAugust 18, 2011 at 2:24 AM

    This looks lovely. Hope to see you at My Dream Canvas. Take care Anu

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  28. Vintage WhimsyAugust 18, 2011 at 8:24 AM

    That's quite the transformation!! I have a couple of buffets and sideboards that need an update! Did you get this at a barn sale in Mt. Airy?

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  29. MomWaldsPlaceAugust 18, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    Very nice indeed. It appears delicate, but sturdy at the same time.

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  30. BrookeAugust 18, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    That looks great! I'm loving all things gray right now! :)

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  31. LVAugust 18, 2011 at 10:01 AM

    What a great transformation in that "desk" with a little tender care and love.

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  32. c. JoyAugust 18, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    I may 'borrow' your color scheme - have an old dresser that needs perking up. How long did it take you to settle on the colors? That seems to be the hardest thing for me. Thanks for the ideas.

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  33. Debra@CommonGroundAugust 18, 2011 at 1:49 PM

    Oh Sharon, I agree this is fabulous, great job! thanks so much for linking up to VIF!
    xoxo Debra

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  34. Curtains in My TreeAugust 18, 2011 at 2:24 PM

    Gorgeous little dresser and i really like the 2 tone look. I never have done a 2 tone

    hope she finds the little chair soon

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  35. ChrissieAugust 18, 2011 at 9:05 PM

    Beautiful! I love the colors and the two tone look!

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  36. Sue@Uniquely ChicAugust 18, 2011 at 10:14 PM

    Love it....the colors are perfect together. I need to check out this chalk paint!

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  37. very merry vintage styleAugust 18, 2011 at 10:52 PM

    It's gorgeous Elizabeth; I love the wheels! Thanks for adding this post to my Share the Love Wednesday link party!
    Maryjavascript:void(0)

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  38. WhyCuzICanAugust 18, 2011 at 11:05 PM

    Megan comes thru for you again- lovely desk :)

    Visiting from MMS Linky Party tonight,
    Smiles,
    Suzanne in IL

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  39. JenniferAugust 19, 2011 at 8:18 AM

    Megan did a great job - it's gorgeous! I featured this today in my Friday I'm In Love favorites!

    http://socialsalutations.blogspot.com/2011/08/friday-im-in-love-trash-to-treasure.html

    - Jenn @ Social Salutations

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  40. LindsayAugust 19, 2011 at 11:27 AM

    Wow, Megan did a fantastic job! The detail on it is really something! SO much went into this beautiful piece!

    I would love to have you share this at my first link party--

    http://southernlovely.blogspot.com/2011/08/show-share-1.html

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  41. Katherines CornerAugust 19, 2011 at 11:57 AM

    oh my goodness! Is it wrong that I want you to bring this to my house asap? LOL. giggle. I love it. It is perfect. Big Hugs!

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  42. Chari at Happy To DesignAugust 19, 2011 at 12:38 PM

    Hi Sharon...

    Ohhh my...your desk turned out sooo very beautiful! I love the old Paris gray and mixed with the creamy white...well, it's just gorgeous!!! This piece really does have beautiful lines to it! It will make a lovely desk! Such a beautiful redo...thanks for sharing it with us today!

    Warmest summery wishes,
    Chari

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  43. The Summer Kitchen GirlsAugust 19, 2011 at 3:06 PM

    Super cute! We say she takes the girly desk & leaves the big boy one behind :) but that's just our opinion!!

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  44. niartistAugust 19, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    WOW! What a transformation. Oh you give me hope that I can do this myself one day!!!! Really, WOW. I'm bookmarking so I can remember this!!

    I love transformations! I just turned my secretary into a bar area in my dining room. I really hope you'll stop by and check it out: http://niagaranovice.blogspot.com/2011/08/picture-is-worth.html

    See you soon, I hope!
    Artie

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  45. Chi-Chi Studio DesignsAugust 20, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    Wonderful job, ladies! It looks gorgeous!

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  46. Mary Ann PickettAugust 20, 2011 at 1:35 PM

    Very pretty. I love that she used two colors.

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  47. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeAugust 20, 2011 at 5:05 PM

    What an absolutely BEAUTIFUL piece!! LOVE the wheels on the legs too! Paris Grey is next on my list to try -- love how it looks with the white.

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  48. UnknownAugust 20, 2011 at 5:16 PM

    Wow! What a transformation!! I just finished painting the bottom of my kitchen cabinets grey & have extra paint left! Using it for a desk makeover is a great idea!! Beautiful job!! :)
    {I'd love to hear what you though of my grey kitchen makeover... here's the link if you want: http://shapedbygracelife.blogspot.com/2011/08/budget-kitchen-makeover.html} Thanks so much!! :):) Thanks for sharing your desk & for the inspiration! :) xo, Reannah

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  49. KahliAugust 21, 2011 at 12:35 AM

    Exquisite! Great job, I love the two colors together. Just found your blog via a link party. :)

    http://designpardeux.com

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  50. hilary@oldhousetrueloveAugust 21, 2011 at 7:16 AM

    so pretty.

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  51. At The Picket FenceAugust 21, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    So, so gorgeous! I love the two different tones and she did a fabulous job on this one for sure. :-) Thanks so much for sharing it with us at Inspiration Friday this week!
    Vanessa

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  52. Twigs and TwirlsAugust 21, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    Beautiful just beautiful !!

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  53. -mandyAugust 22, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    This is gorgeous! Giving me great ideas for my daughter's room.. Her favorite color is blue!
    Thanks for sharing!

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  54. Sunla DesignsAugust 22, 2011 at 6:35 PM

    I found you on C.R.A.F.T., and I just LOVE what you did. I have a vanity that could be a matched set with this, but my hubby won't let me paint it. Maybe after seeing this he will change his mind!

    By the way, I am hosting a giveaway right now & would love to have you check it out!

    http://sunla-designs.blogspot.com/search/label/Giveaways

    Lisa!
    Your newest follower!

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  55. Jenn EricksonAugust 23, 2011 at 1:36 AM

    Megan did such a beautiful job. Gosh, you are all such a talented bunch! You have an eye for picking diamonds in the rough, and excel at making them really shine!

    Jenn

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  56. kimberly.labateAugust 23, 2011 at 3:04 PM

    have you ever seen the antiques roadshow?

    im a faithful watcher, love it.

    many a tme, painting, or even refinishing a good piece of furniture is to devalue it.

    it is quite lovely, but i thought it was quite lovely even before the paint....why oh why do people feel the need to paint everything??...why cant we allow a beautiful piece of craftsmanship made with quality wood ever speak for itself?

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  57. UnknownAugust 24, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    Wow this is gorgeous! What a transformation. I'd love it if you would check out my blog, I'm having a giveaway for a Dremel Trio!

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  58. gail@My Repurposed LifeAugust 25, 2011 at 4:37 PM

    beautiful vanity megan! I love the outcome.
    gail

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