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Here’s what we have so far.

Why is it that when it’s time to paint, I shy away from doing anything to ‘weather’ a piece? I don’t want to mess with a fresh coat of paint. It looks so clean, so sparkly! So for the moment, at least, no sanding. I did add a few coats of paste wax to protect the finish.

Notice the ugly holes in the back are missing? Patti suggested covering some foamboard with fabric to cover them up. Wonder of wonders, I had some foamboard on hand. (Why, or for what project, I don’t know.) The fabric is vintage, from some 40’s era curtains. I chose it because it picks up the red theme in our den.

I haven’t done anything with the slide-in board yet. Today, I plan to run some errands, one of which is to buy some desk accessories for next to nothing.

Hopefully, the final reveal will be in a couple of days.

Tomorrow: Defending the Small House: Clutter. I should just take a photo of every room in this cottage – as is – to show what not to do.

Comments

  1. I like it! And I LOVE the weathered look, don’t know if I could pull it off. Do you follow Kim of Savvy Southern Style? She is the expert on this, could give you tips if you need them.

  2. Claudia,
    I like the look of a fresh coat of paint. Although some weathered pieces look lovely, others look streaky and unfinished,to me. The fabric has transformed that piece!
    I’m looking forward to your (and Brenda’s)clutter post. I’m working on eradicating mine!
    -Karen

  4. Looks great so far!!

    Clutter … I hear ya. It doesn’t matter what size your house is, clutter sneaks up on you and makes life miserable. I’m sure your tips will be applicable to everyone.

  5. Beautiful job! I love that fabric! You don’t have to age it if you don’t want to. Not everybody does that. Looking forward to the final reveal and particularly feasting my eyes on your clutter. That is always such fun!

  6. VERY NICE CLAUDIA….THE FLOWERS REALLY BRIGHTEN IT UP……IT IS GOING TO BE SO LOVELY WHEN IT IS ALL FINISHED…..HAVE A NICE WEEK….RIZZI

  9. It’s a masterpiece! Seriously Claudia, I love it with the vintage tulips – now you will really be ready for Spring.

    Great job – looking forward to seeing the accessories you find. I bet they will pick up some of the fabric colors!

    Mary X

  11. It’s gorgeous, Claudia! A breath of fresh air. I’m the same. I don’t quite understand painting a piece, then taking some of it off. Yet I love distressed pieces someone else does, and I buy them! What kind of sense does that make?
    Brenda

  13. Looks great Claudia! I am so glad you liked my idea and you had the supplies to do it with! The great thing about the foamboard idea is that when you get tired of the fabric you change it out for something else with another color ….even a holiday or seasonal theme if you want. I am with you.. I also have a hard time distressing something after it is all painted and looks so clean and new. ~Hugs, Patti

  14. I love that fabric! I have itching to start a few projects of my own. I am looking forward to more pictures.
    Blessings, Joanne

  16. How clever to use the fabric, it gives the piece a really cheery, vintage look. And I guess if you get tired of the look, you can just switch out the fabric for another print!

  17. How clever to use the fabric, it gives the piece a really cheery, vintage look. And I guess if you get tired of the look, you can just switch out the fabric for another print!

  18. Nice! The fabric pattern is the perfect choice. Looking forward to seeing the final results.

    I love the distressed look too but not sure how to do it and after all that painting I don’t want to sand it off either.

    ~Sandy

  19. Nice! The fabric pattern is the perfect choice. Looking forward to seeing the final results.

    I love the distressed look too but not sure how to do it and after all that painting I don’t want to sand it off either.

    ~Sandy

  21. The fabric looks great and the foam board works perfectly! I cant wait to see it all done. Looking forward to your post tomorrow. xo Diana

  24. Claudia, is has become so very lovely,-I so like the fabric you used , it looks gorgeous, -and don`t age it if you feel not to….it is perfect like this.
    Hugs,Dorthe
    p.s.
    according to your answer last year, I can`t find any foreign adresses for that compagny, Claudia-sorry
    xx

  27. My pc has been in the shop so I am here to catch up. Love the fabric on the desk and the paper in the shelves. I can never bring myself to age something I’ve painted. Instead of looking shabby chic, it turns out looking like a bad antiquing job-the stuff that was popular in the 70s. I think it was the 70s. Good choices, looks good to me.

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