First off I want to thank you all for your sweet comments on yesterday’s blog post. It means so much to have you cheering me on and sharing in the excitement. You guys are seriously awesome!
Today I have a new project reveal for you…
It’s Themed Furniture Makeover Day with my blogging friends, where every month we each do a new makeover with our interpretation of a specific theme. Since fall is right around the corner and it will be getting chilly soon, this month’s theme is Layers. I started with this buffet that’s been hanging out in my garage for a couple years…
It was in good shape but needed some lightening up. First, I did a couple coats of Zinsser primer and then a couple coats of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in Old Ochre. It looked pretty good but seemed like it needed… something. So I dry brushed it with Coco Chalk Paint for dimension, sanding it just enough for a slightly distressed finish, and ending up with a soft farmhouse look. (I’ll explain more about the dry brushing technique in a minute.)
I removed green felt from inside the drawer and decided to cover the remaining glue marks with decoupage (similar to the desk makeover I shared last week). I chose sheet music scrapbook paper and used Mod Podge to glue it in place.
And here is the lovely lady:
Below you can see the effects of dry brushing. Basically you dip the very tip of your paintbrush in paint and then blot it on a towel to get almost every drop of paint off. When it seems like there’s nothing left, gently brush it across your furniture and it will leave a subtle trail of paint that highlights the texture and details. I dry brushed the hardware also and love how the details pop now. (HERE is another project that I dry brushed, with more explanation and photos.)
Here’s the decoupage drawer <3
I love doing something fun with drawers for a hidden surprise.
I forgot to take a photo of the inside, but it’s one large open space for storage and it’s just Old Ochre without the dry brushing. Lastly, it was all protected with General Finishes High Performance topcoat.
I painted this for the market and even though a lot of people were interested, it is still available. So if you’re within driving distance of Northwest Indiana and you’re interested in buying it, just let me know – I’m sure it would look lovely in your home. 🙂
Have you dry brushed before? Leave me a comment below – I’d love to know what you think of this farmhouse style buffet makeover.
Jen
Next, visit my talented friends below to see their themed furniture makeovers:
Susie@TheChelseaProject says
What a great piece! Love the shape and the color combo! You have such a vision with pieces. It’s always amazing to see the before and after. Always perfection and this one is no exception. Susie from Chelsea Project
Lindsay Eidahl says
You always find the funnest pieces! Love what you did with this!
Karin Chudy (ART IS BEAUTY) says
Jen, What a unique piece! You made it look better than I could have imagined!
Beautiful!
Hugs,
Karin
Marie from The Interior Frugalista says
How exciting is that!!! I just read about your feature in Better Homes & Gardens – congratulations, well deserved! Like your nailhead dresser, this piece is also stunning. What a difference between the before and after!
Christy@Confessions of Serial Do-it-Yourselfer says
This is so pretty and I love the dry-brushing effect! Sometimes I wish I could stage my pieces in my booth like I do for photos so people can see how they can be styled. I’m sure if your shoppers could have seen this piece dressed like this it would have sold! XO
Phyllisa says
Hi Jen. The Dry-Brushed Buffet is marvelous! You have such great ideas. I’ll
probably be using some of them, since I am just getting started in refinishing/decoratively painting furniture.
I love your photos taken outside with all the greenery as a backdrop. I have an easy suggestion for your inside photos to eliminate all the distractions.
Get some large white mat board sheets and stand them up behind your piece
you are photographing. It makes a world of difference. Super easy, super inexpensive.
Phyllisa
rose l. says
It looks much better in the new color than that dark one. I would not have given it a second look when it was dark!
Wendi@H2OBungalow says
Wow, this turned out pretty! Loving the paper in the drawers too. I’d bring that baby home in a minute if it were here. Love it! Pinned:)
Pat Hilgendorf says
I absolutely love it!
Tami Toppen says
I love it and the idea of putting sheet music lining in the drawers is a great idea!
Jen says
Thanks so much, Tami! I love that paper- I used it in drawers once before also. 🙂
Paula@SweetPea says
What a lovely piece and I’m surprised that it did not sell at your market! It looks much better lightened up with paint and dry brushing on the darker paint really does make the details pop. Great makeover!
Karen Marie Kedzuch says
Jen,
You took layering and gave me lfe to that piece. It won’t be much longer before she finds the perfect home.
Happy Creating,
Karen Marie
Linda says
What a great job!
Can you tell me where you found the sheet music scrapbook paper? I’ve looked online everywhere and can’t find it. Absolutely LOVE it and want it so bad!!
Lucy @ Patina Paradise says
You always know how to bring out the best in a piece of furniture in your makeovers Jen! If I lived closer I would definitely pick this piece up and have it in my home!
Jen says
Thank you Linda! The paper is from Hobby Lobby. That’s usually where I find all my pretty paper for projects. 🙂
Jen says
Thanks so much Lucy, you’re so sweet! xo
Karen Marie Kedzuch says
Jen,
Your magic brush created a stunning piece of furniture. I am sure she will find a home soon.
Happy Creating,
Karen Marie