October 2014 – Re-Design In A Day (The Store)

Baby Blue Dresser/Changing Table (SOLD)

I found this piece at a cute store called Haywoods Variety (https://www.facebook.com/HaywoodsVariety), in a small town on the Northern Neck called Urbanna, VA. I grew up in Urbanna so it fun finding this piece in my home town. To give you an idea how small this town is, there are no stop lights!

Anyhow, when I saw this dresser I immediately thought it would make a great dresser/changing table for a nursery.

With two small and two large drawers, I knew there was plenty of storage space for diapers, onsies, lotions, etc.

And, the top is large enough for a changing pad for the baby.

OK, I realize it’s hard to imagine a baby on this dresser, but trust me its going to look great!

So the first thing I did was get out the sander and sanded the top. It’s looking better? Right?

I then painted the drawers a color I call “Baby Blue” It’s my custom mix of CeCe Caldwell’s Blue Montana Sky and Simply White. The trim and sides where painted in CeCe Caldwell’s Simply White.

I stained the top “Jacobean”, waxed the entire piece with CeCe Caldwell’s clear wax and the transformation is complete!

This piece was available at maggie jane’s brownstone but a sweet couple expecting their first child purchased it for their nursery! How cool is that? SOLD

Antique Writing Desk (SOLD)

Painted Furniture

When I saw this antique writing desk at a friends house, it was headed to the dumpster. I could tell…..

0927141542 — The piece had “good bones”.

0927141542b — And hidden under layers of dust was….

writingdeskbefore — Great craftsmanship and functionality.

writingdeskafterwm — The first step was to paint the outside in CeCe Caldwell’s Vermont Slate. True to its name, the color is dark gray with hints of black and blue. After a slight distressing, the original golden wood tones peaked through.

writingdeskopenwm2 — I painted the inside and the sweet cubbies CeCe Caldwell’s Chesapeake Blue. For contrast, the removable writing board was painted Vermont Slate. The french chair with orange upholstery and the orange tray add pops of color.

This piece is available at maggie jane’s brownstone (a vintage French urban chic boutique) located at 913 King Street in Old Town Alexandria, VA. 703.706.0411

Pittsburgh Gray Antique Cabinet (SOLD)

Painted Furniture

You had me at Hello! When I first saw this antique cabinet, I fell in love with..

(BEFORE) — the amazing trim and antique hardware

ballclawfeet — the beautiful and delicate ball and claw feet

0908141308 — and the well worn top with lots of potential!

kaufmantop — After sanding and staining, the top is shiny and gorgeous!

(AFTER) — And after cleaning, painting, distressing and a satin finish top coat, the cabinet is stunning! The jacobean stained top is a nice contrast against CeCe Caldwell’s Pittsburgh Gray and the gold metallic trim!

kaufmancabinetinside — The inside is just as beautiful as the outside. CeCe Caldwell’s Pittsburgh Gray was also used to distress the inside. There is plenty of storage space for dishes, linens, barware, books, etc.

This piece is available at maggie jane’s browstone (a vintage french urban chic boutique) in Old Town Alexandria, VA (SOLD, the couple that purchased this plans to use it as a bathroom vanity).

Farmhouse Cabinet (SOLD)

Painted Furniture

In another lifetime, this cabinet started out as a mid-century modern piece of furniture (left). But after a custom mix of CeCe Caldwell’s Dustin Gulf Green and Chesapeake Blue paints, this modern day “farmhouse” cabinet is now ready for a 21st Century Home! I painted the interior a neutral gray (CeCe Caldwell’s Seattle Mist) so dishes and accessories are highlighted!

Available at maggie jane’s brownstone in Old Town Alexandria, VA. (SOLD)

Pentagon Table with Marble Top

Painted Furniture

This table has a great marble top and a beautiful tulip shaped base but the dark stain (left picture) made it hard to see these features. To highlight the beautiful detaiIs, I used CeCe Caldwell’s Pittsburgh Gray, then distressed along the shape and lines.

This unique piece would be lovely in a foyer, living room or bedroom and is available at maggie jane’s brownstone in Old Town Alexandria, VA.

Re-Design In A Day is at Maggie Jane’s Brownstone

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My furniture and accessories are available at maggie jane’s brownstone. maggie jane’s is “a vintage French urban chic boutique” located at 913 King Street in Old Town Alexandria, VA. The store has 9 nine rooms filled with amazing items including painted furniture, paints (featuring CeCe Caldwell Chalk & Clay products, and Paint Couture), jewelry, scarfs, purses, soaps, lotions, silver, candles, glassware, doors, windows and so much more.

It’s a great place to find gifts for you, your home, and someone special!