Friday, January 25, 2013

From Thrift Store Dud to Painted Stud

Ok, well I really think of this piece as a she, but stud rhymes with dud.  I almost left this piece at the thrift store, I wasn't sure about the sides and the height (26 inches, a little shorter than a typical sofa table).  But another customer talked me into it and it was half price day.
I wasn't sure which color to paint this piece.  It was going to go cream--old ochre to be exact, because let's face it, it is neutral and sells.  But I needed some color so I went with Aubosson Blue and Old Ochre.  I am loving this blue, sort of a teal, but reminds me of a rich denim color.


I used dark wax, 


a dud no longer.


I waited to get pictures in daylight and then had all these shadows going--lighting, hmphhh--my least favorite part of photography.  Find more fun things at Funky Junk Interiors!
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17 comments:

  1. RachelJanuary 25, 2013 at 7:12 PM

    I love this piece...a lot!

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  2. UnknownJanuary 25, 2013 at 8:00 PM

    What a fantastic job you did Becky!!! Gorgeous beyond belief!
    ( and it's awesome piece of furniture period but you definitely knocked it out of the park )
    XOX

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  3. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeJanuary 25, 2013 at 8:00 PM

    Such a beauty, you did a great job. Love the color!
    Hope you have a great weekend,
    Cindy

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  4. PJH DesignsJanuary 25, 2013 at 8:22 PM

    Really love this piece and I'm surprised at the color combination, but it really works. Thanks for sharing.
    Peggy~PJH Designs

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  5. MarissaJanuary 25, 2013 at 9:02 PM

    Such a differance paint can make!. I love it!
    Thanks for sharing link too.

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  6. TobeystrashortreasureJanuary 25, 2013 at 10:02 PM

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    1. TobeystrashortreasureJanuary 25, 2013 at 10:04 PM

      ooops
      What I wanted to say is I can't believe you had to be talked into this piece. At our thrift store we would have all been fighting over it. I love the blue and the two tones, you did an amazing job it is gorgeous.

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  7. DoreenJanuary 25, 2013 at 10:23 PM

    Becky,
    All I can say is you nailed it! Beautiful transformation. I liked it in its original state, but love it now!

    Doreen
    altered-artworks.blogspot.com

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  8. HomeroadJanuary 26, 2013 at 4:48 AM

    Great find Becky! I love the top of this, you did it proud!
    Susan

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  9. one of nettie's girlsJanuary 26, 2013 at 6:28 AM

    Absolutely gorgeous!

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  10. MelodeeJanuary 26, 2013 at 9:27 AM

    I love that you can see the finished product and tackles these projects! I would just paint it one color......love what you do!!

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  11. MelodeeJanuary 26, 2013 at 9:28 AM

    tackle** not tackles oops

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  12. Tami MichelJanuary 26, 2013 at 2:23 PM

    I love it! The color compliments it perfectly!

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  13. ibshellJanuary 28, 2013 at 6:15 PM

    OH MY!!! That is a table to envy and desire. With your beautiful method, it is just GORGEOUS!

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  14. CreativaCaleJanuary 30, 2013 at 2:59 AM

    Bravo!:)))

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  15. My Repurposed LifeJanuary 31, 2013 at 5:52 PM

    well, I can sort of see why you didn't want it...but wow! look at her now. I love the colors together. I always struggle with colors. I think I need a pinterest board JUST for color inspiration. great job becky!
    gail

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  16. UnknownOctober 15, 2016 at 5:05 PM

    Very nice, I love the colors

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Thanks so much for taking the time to comment, I really appreciate your kind words!

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