Mar 8, 2012

vintage Paris gray dresser

I don't know if I've ever posted this late - but I was so excited about my latest furniture redo, I couldn't wait!

I finally finished up the 9 drawer vintage dresser.  


This was it's look when I bought it:


I really love how it turned out.  When I was working on it, there were times that the light was shining on it, and it looked nearly white.  It's Annie Sloan's Paris Gray, with Pure White on the insets.  I didn't use any dark wax on this one- only the clear. 

As we were delivering this to the shop tonight, my eagle eye kiddo spotted what I had missed the entire time I had it.  Another Thomasville piece!!  I couldn't believe it!  The mark is inside one of the drawers.
The dove tail joints and other features showed me that this was a quality piece, but somehow that little stamp eluded me.

Check out a couple cool features in two of the drawers:


Neat, huh?
This is a really long dresser- 64"and I think it would be so pretty besides just using it in a bedroom.


This has just a bit of distressing on the edges:


And the crystal lamps are finally here too!  I've been holding them back until they were paired with the dresser.


I added a pretty, ruched shade to these.  They aren't vintage, but they are stunning, regardless.
(and hey! there's the mirror!)
:)

This was such a fun one to complete.  I hope it goes home with someone soon!
It's in my space at Aunt Bee's House if you want to see it in person.

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25 comments:

Katie @ Wildwood Creek said...

Beautiful makeover on the dresser! Also love the lamp and mirror!

Elaine said...

gorgeous! so very pretty :). great job!

Peggy57 said...

Beautiful job! I love it.

Cyndi ✪ Blue Star said...

Yum! Love this!

Shanon at Vintage Sparkle Chic said...

Another gorgeous piece made by you! Love it!

~Shanon

Stephanie said...

It turned out so great - you won't have that one long!

Shabby chic Sandy said...

That is such a beautiful piece--now that you have remade it! The way you have it staged I am sure it will sell quickly--love those lamps on it and also that mirror is so lovely. I think I need to pin that mirror for inspiration:)

Amanda said...

Wow Denise! This is just gorgeous! The styling is lovely too! Wasn't it difficult to hold back the lamps? I always struggle with that...setting something fabulous aside for the perfect vignette. Nice job, girlfriend!
Best wishes and blessings,
Amanda

blhitchcock901 said...

Just adore this! I have not had your luck with Annie Sloan paint. It did not go on smooth. What did I do wrong? Does the weather affect it?

The Polka Dot Closet said...

What a vision you have!! I can't say I would have picked it up before...but, I sure would now!

Carol

Jana said...

You did a fabulous job on the dresser. It looks great, love the colors and how you off-set the gray and white.

Andy and Jenny Dickson said...

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this re-do! Such a great color combination choice!! Great job, Denise!

Mimi's Vintage Charm said...

Beautiful! love how it turned out:)

Belle Maison Et Moi said...

Denise! This is sooo beautiful, better than I could have imagined it would have been. I've been on the edge of my seat waiting for the reveal :o) Someone will purchase it in a heartbeat, I know I would if I lived near your shop at Aunt Bee's.
Have a great weekend, xo Alicia

The Paupers Castle said...

It's all SO PRETTY! The dresser was a score. I adore those lamps. Jealous!

Amy @MaisonDecor said...

Its gorgeous Denise! I love the lamps with it~perfect!

ℳartina @ Northern Nesting said...

BEAUTIFUL makeover and I love that mirror!!

Anne@A Little Fur in the Paint said...

SO gorgeous! Lovely blog; I'm a new follower! ♥♥
Anne

SwedishCorner-DownUnder...Pernilla said...

Beautiful!
... great job on the make over :)

Greetings from Australia♥

Tutti Chic said...

Gorgeous job on the dresser~Love it! beautiful blog...:) chris

A Cozy Cottage in the City said...

You did such a wonderful job, Denise!!! I really LOVE it! :) Wishing you a lovely weekend!


Hugs,
Jessie

david CHRIST said...

Wow, this is lovely

Cassie @ Primitive & Proper said...

gorgeous, denise! it has a very swedish vibe going on- i love that!

malia said...

This is incredible! I want it!

Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. said...

That is a beautiful dresser and one of my favorite color combinations!