I have to admit, I loved these handles the very first time I laid eyes on them but as soon as I put them on the dresser, I worried they might be too over the top and I started to second guess myself. Luckily this handsome piece is for my Sister-in-Law who loves a bold statement and doesn't hesitate to tell me the truth. Thankfully, the truth is this black and gold combo looks, in a word, amazing!
I'm not sure about the age of this piece, though I did find some very interesting memorabilia hidden in the drawers of this old Thomasville dresser. Which has me wondering about the debonair gentleman who surely once owned it.
Honestly, this dresser was a thing of beauty before I every laid a finger on it...
Plus, it had these great built-in drawer dividers and jewelry holders. And this is why I love old furniture, folks! They just don't make them like they used to!
I like to believe, as beautiful as it started out, that the previous owners, who were surely chic, would appreciate it's new life and the great color combo.
There's just something about black paired with brass that makes me feel regal and well traveled...something straight out of an old black and white movie from the 1930's...
I can just imagine. Can't you?
Hi! I'm a new follower and I have just finished reading your entire blog! Lol. I dont thin I have done that before even on my very most favorite blogs! (Fab Rehab Creations and My Pink Life...check them ut, you'll LOVE them!) Anywho...I love your work!! Excited to see what's coming next! I havent been blogging a lot lately but you can check out my blog and maybe followback? Up to you, no biggy. Just KEEP POSTING these great projects of yours! LOVE the furniture!
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Hi and welcome!! Thanks for reading everything! LOL What an honor. I'll stop by and say hi ;)
ReplyDeleteGorgeous perfect piece - I'm in love - the distressing is beautiful!
ReplyDeleteYour newest follower - would love to have you come by and follow back when you have the time
Hugs,
Suzan
Thank you! And thanks for stopping by! Off to visit with you.
DeleteHi, I too am a new follower :)
ReplyDeleteI am now inspired to try this on a piece of mine (i have actually hated it for years).
Yours looks gorgeous!
Please stop by and visit me at http://maisonandbelle.blogspot.com.au/
Well that's great! I hope you share a pic of yours when you're done! Thanks for visiting. I'll be sure to visit with you!
DeleteGreat job! These pieces are so solid, but not always in style. You gave this piece a completely updated look. Visiting from MMS.
ReplyDeleteBelieve me, coming from you, that means A LOT!! Thank you for stopping by. I'm a follower of your blog and on FB! ;)
DeleteWhat type of paint did you use on this and how did u distress it? Thanks, Sunni.
ReplyDeleteI used BM on this piece and sanding was done with a small sanding block.
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Jamie,
Deleteafter you sanded the piece did you seal it with something?
I LOVE your blog. I came across your work on Pintrest and I can't stop reading! I recently moved to a large home and now have so many project in mind because of your work.
Love it!
Thank you so much! I always seal my pieces. Have fun with all of your new projects!
DeleteYou do some GREAT stuff here! I will be coming back for more ideas... Thanks for sharing!
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Thanks so much! Glad you stopped by and look forward to you visiting again. I'll have to pop by and visit with you soon.
DeleteOMG, this is just, wow, LOVE IT!!! My furniture refurb ideas board on pinterest is getting filled up by stuff from your page! (Hope that is okay!)
ReplyDeleteIt is more than ok, it's great! Thank you!
DeleteI love this idea, and your blog in general. So many amazing DIY projects!
ReplyDeleteThanks Chelsea!
DeleteI also painted a dresser and end table black and love it. I did not replace the hardware but love what you used. Thinking I should change it but haven't seen anything like yours. ( My furniture was circa 1966)
ReplyDeleteThank you Mollie!
DeleteI'm completely new to all DIY projects, but have several old dressers I'm going to try to rehab. Two weeks ago they were on their way to the dumb. Since then, I discovered pinterest and read your entire blog! I saw someone asked what type of paint you used but I'm too new to know what BM means. Can you explain? After sanding a bit to distress, do you put a sealer over it? Thanks for all of the inspiration!
ReplyDeleteBM - Benjamin Moore and I always seal my pieces. Thank you!
DeleteLove it! Absolutely gorgeous! I recently painted a dresser, but didn't sand the sides of the drawer front panel, so it is a little tight when closing. Do you sand yours, or is there another option?
ReplyDeleteI haven't really had that problem so I'm not really sure. Maybe next time sand before? Thank you!
DeleteThank you guys (ALL!) so much! I am unable to keep with answering all of the individual comments and questions I receive.
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Thanks again!!
Do you remember what brand the hardware is? it is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteI'm sorry I don't remember the brand but I do have an upcoming post on where I found them (and my other hardware) so stay tuned!
DeleteLOVE IT! What paint did you use and where in the HA-YECK did you get your drawer pulls and knobs? Love, ME
ReplyDeleteI will divulge my secrets soon! Love, Me ;)
DeleteAWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!! So glad I found your blog!
ReplyDeleteDid you ever spill where you got that great hardware????? I'm looking.......
ReplyDeleteGreat dresser!