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.
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.
58 comments:
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! :)
Megan's quite creative! This is gorgeous!!!
Amazing! Love the color combo!
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
Beutiful color combo and distressing! Very pretty lines and details.
Aw, it's so precious!! I don't think I could part with it either!!
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
Your painting buddy is doing great work! It's lovely.
Gorgeous! I don't blame her for not wanting to part with it :)
Megan is a natural! It looks awesome!
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.
Really pretty. I am so glad that you posted this because I just ordered Paris Grey to go with my Old White!!!
Love it!! Does Megan paint for a living? She has a gift here.
Blessings~
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
Kudos to Megan! She has such a flair with the paintbrush. You ladies "rock."
So pretty; I'm loving the gray on walls and furniture these days. It's so classy and soothing to look at. Great job.
Just beautiful! I love this color combo!
That looks great. Love the colors. I just ordered Paris Gray and can't wait to see it in person.
It's gorgeous! The color combo is so soothing! Come check me out-
www.alivedinhome.blogspot.com
That is so gorgeous!! I love it. Now if I could only score pieces like that I would be in business!!
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!
Love the color combination! Beautiful piece! Thank you for linking to Wicked Awesome Wednesday!
Just lovely! I am currently using Chateau Gray and Old White on an armoire for our guest room.
Great color combination! Beautiful details on this piece!
-caroline @ c.w.frosting
This is lovely. So tell me...what really is the best wax to use?
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!
This looks lovely. Hope to see you at My Dream Canvas. Take care Anu
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?
Very nice indeed. It appears delicate, but sturdy at the same time.
That looks great! I'm loving all things gray right now! :)
What a great transformation in that "desk" with a little tender care and love.
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.
Oh Sharon, I agree this is fabulous, great job! thanks so much for linking up to VIF!
xoxo Debra
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
Beautiful! I love the colors and the two tone look!
Love it....the colors are perfect together. I need to check out this chalk paint!
It's gorgeous Elizabeth; I love the wheels! Thanks for adding this post to my Share the Love Wednesday link party!
Maryjavascript:void(0)
Megan comes thru for you again- lovely desk :)
Visiting from MMS Linky Party tonight,
Smiles,
Suzanne in IL
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
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
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!
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
Super cute! We say she takes the girly desk & leaves the big boy one behind :) but that's just our opinion!!
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
Wonderful job, ladies! It looks gorgeous!
Very pretty. I love that she used two colors.
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.
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
Exquisite! Great job, I love the two colors together. Just found your blog via a link party. :)
http://designpardeux.com
so pretty.
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
Beautiful just beautiful !!
This is gorgeous! Giving me great ideas for my daughter's room.. Her favorite color is blue!
Thanks for sharing!
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!
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
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?
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!
beautiful vanity megan! I love the outcome.
gail
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