I bought this dresser several years ago. She has been hanging out in my basement. storing "stuff", waiting for a new life.
Today was the day she was reborn. I think I avoided this piece in the past because the glossy, flaking paint scared me. But with chalk paint, that is no longer a problem.
I did have to use some wood filler on the top back edge and sanded a bit to get the flaking paint off. I used French Linen from Annie Sloan to paint 'er up. I put the paint in the fridge for about 30 minutes ahead of time to thicken it up and then painted one coat, painting in a messy manner.
I sanded with a fine sand paper.
I love the wood applique details,
and the chippy paint that came through.
I used spray adhesive to line the drawers with 1912 Saturday Evening Post pages.
Chippy, shabby and sweet--ready for a new home.
The appliques are gorgeous! Wonderful, Becky!
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