Sunday, October 2, 2011

The Great Wall of China

I've been wanting a cute hutch for extra storage for a while now, but seeing Jackie's post about her cute new hutch earlier this week really clenched it. So, being a woman of action, I turned to craigslist.

Craigslist and I are BFF. It knows me. Every time I need something I just pop in, and it says, "I've been saving this one decently priced, perfectly casual thing just for you. You're welcome."

Seriously. After two seconds of looking through the Craigslist search return of "China Cabinet" I saw this little gem.


It was priced at $65.00, but I offered $50.00 and they guy said okay. Sold!

It's not solid wood,  it was pretty beat up, and I'm wanting to lighten things up around here, so I knew I'd be painting it a la The Nester's China Cabinet.

We picked it up on Wednesday, and I spent Saturday listening to wise people and painting my heart out. It was an amazing day.



Done! Well, really she needs to dry for at least 24 more hours. I should have waited at least that long before putting stuff in her. I just get too excited. One of my nearest and dearest friends was over that night, and I enlisted her help in putting it together, and rearranging my collection of white dishes inside.

What's better than a Saturday night spent accessorizing?

 I can't think of a thing. Maybe she can, but she didn't complain.

Here's so you can see how this painted piece kinda works with the paint color of the "entertainment center" in the next room over:


I was worried about having two big painted things so close together...but, I think it turned out just fine.

I had these little pink knobs lying in wait for the perfect future project. Do you think this is "the one" for them? Or should I go with something white and bright?


I didn't really notice these cute little details before--I think the paint really brings them out:

And here's how it looks from the other side.


Here are a few tips if you're ready to take on your own huge piece of furniture painting:
1) You should sand. And prime it, if you're really going to do it right. I sanded, and got so caught up with I forgot to bring out my leftover primer. Luckily, the sanding helped the paint stick, and the BEHR paint is quality, so it's fine so far, but I do worry about peeling.
2) The right paint and tools make a difference. I splurged on the real deal paint and I finally bought a Purdy paintbrush. I used a small sponge roller for the flat areas, but that Purdy got right into the nooks and crannies like a charm. It was amazing. There are no stray brush hairs, and the paint went on so smooth...okay, I'm gushing. I don't think I can ever go back to the two dollar brushes.
Update: 3) The paint color I used is BEHR's Garden Wall (730D-4) from Home Depot. It's my new favorite shade of Greige. It goes on really light at first, and might give you a panic attack as you realize "This is NOT the color I wanted", but once it dries it does darken!


Alright, Kourtney. Now it's your turn to get a hutch. Everyone else is doing it. I expect your post within a week :)

I can't wait to get started on our dining room table/chair revamp now! Well, actually I can. This job was a lot of work. But I'm excited to get started in the somewhat near future, and get the dining area DONE(ish).
Linking up to:
Metamorphasis Monday
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Miss Mustard Seed's Furniture Feature Friday
 Perfectly Imperfect Random Furniture Link up!

11 comments:

  1. OH my gosh Lindy! That looks FABULOUS!! :) I'm serious, you need to come visit me and help me decorate my house! Oh, and I love the pink knobs! I think they're perfect!! :)

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  2. Whoa--I really did think for a moment that the finished project was an "inspiration picture" from pinterest or something. But it was actually yours. I love that color!!!! LOVE IT, I tell you!!! I'm not sold on the pink knobs yet, but maybe after you put your pink dishes in???

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  4. Becca--your comment double posted. That's why I removed it. I didn't know it was going to be all weird and say "this post has been removed." Weird.

    Also--the color is Garden Wall (730D) by BEHR. It is the perfect creamy greeny beigey grey, if I do say so myself! And, I'm glad to win your favor back, after the Cup o Soup debacle. :)

    Holly--Thanks! And, I seriously might just do that! If I ever have a break from work, you better be ready!!

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  5. Beautiful!! I'm seriously going to HD to look at that color! And I predict that in a few years, Webster's Dictionary will add the new word "greige!" I was stuck between a light grey and a beige (tired of beige) so Abby form Delightful Design jokingly suggested greige! Thanks! btw, I have a giveaway for a slipcover dvd if you need to re-do any more craigslist items! LOL!

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  6. Thanks Nan! Let me know if you end up getting it! And I'm totally convinced greige is a word :)

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  7. This looks so great!! A job well done! Sorry, but I don't think the pink knobs are quite right for this piece, but the bright white sounds like a winner!
    It's so inspiring to read about your vision and then you just go and get it done!! Go Lindy!!

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  8. love this piece and the color...thx for sharing...may be using this color on something soon....come on over for a visit...now following...:)Mariaelena

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  9. Your turned this piece into a real beauty. I would be delighted for you to link to Potpourri Friday!

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  10. beautiful! I'd love it if you linked this up to my blog party From Trash to Tresure!!

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