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Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Still Going Green

Looks like we're still going green around here. I think Karla must be rubbing off on us.






And if this green looks familiar. It's the same Antibes Green chalk paint that I used on this sweet little dresser.



But this one did not start out so sweet.





It had a very weird crackle finish.





With many layers of paint.






But when I saw the underlying green, I decided that green was the way to go again. Sometimes it's fun to bring a piece back to it's former color, only better!






The drawers had great curves, but needed major repair work - not much fun at all.






But finally, it was time to break out the paint. I used two coats of the Antibes Green, distressed to bring out some of the former brown and green, then used Valspar's Mocha Glaze. The glaze worked nicely over the chalk paint and really toned down the brightness. I finished up with Fiddes & Sons clear wax and chocolate brown knobs. Now this one is looking sweet again too!

































And there you have it, still going green!





And if you live in the area, you can check this one out in person at our next vintage tag sale on Saturday, July 23rd from 9am to 3pm. Elizabeth & Co. is located at 438 East Main Street, Westminster, MD 21157. Karla has already announced that she will be wearing a green dress. I bet you're not the least bit surprised!











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46 comments:

  1. Allison@FabRehabJuly 13, 2011 at 9:39 AM

    I still LOVE that color. Yum!

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  2. Twice NiceJuly 13, 2011 at 9:47 AM

    What a fun dresser! Love seeing that color on it. Deb

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  3. The Frosted GardnerJuly 13, 2011 at 9:54 AM

    Your colors are such an inspiration!

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  4. the cape on the cornerJuly 13, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    i'm getting a headache just thinking about you going after that crackle finish....good thing you're a pro at this!

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  5. Yvette @ AquaSeventy6July 13, 2011 at 10:18 AM

    It looks fantastic! Yvette @ AquaSeventy6

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  6. MaryAnnJuly 13, 2011 at 10:33 AM

    It looks fantastic.
    MaryAnn

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  7. Kim @ A Brush of WhimsyJuly 13, 2011 at 10:56 AM

    I absolutely love it, Sharon! That green is amazing, and the distressing is just perfect~looks so time worn! Love the brown knobs, too! :)

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  8. Christa @ Stories of a HouseJuly 13, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    Wow, the PERFECT color - I would buy that in a heartbeat!

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  9. Cassie BustamanteJuly 13, 2011 at 1:23 PM

    so super cute! i need to pull my antibes green out of the vault. can't wait to see it in person next week! :) aaah!

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  10. KatieJuly 13, 2011 at 2:18 PM

    Love it! Green is perfect for that little dresser! It's such an adorable piece!

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  11. Ann from On Sutton PlaceJuly 13, 2011 at 3:09 PM

    Excellent color choice...so summery. I bet it sells in a heartbeat!

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  12. UnknownJuly 13, 2011 at 4:56 PM

    the dresser turned out fabulous.. love the color and the knobs go great with it.

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  13. The Painted ParlorJuly 13, 2011 at 8:07 PM

    Love that green :)

    Julie

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  14. Our Hopeful HomeJuly 13, 2011 at 8:26 PM

    What a beautiful transformation! And I think green rather suits you! :) I know I said I would reveal some green at my party this week but a power outage got in the way. Hopefully tonight I can share my green project!

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  15. Deborah Kay at The Paint SplashJuly 13, 2011 at 11:58 PM

    You did a beautiful job on the dresser. Blessings, Debbie

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  16. DebraJuly 14, 2011 at 12:07 AM

    It looks great! I love the color.

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  17. Mary Ann PickettJuly 14, 2011 at 12:23 AM

    Really pretty green dresser! Nice job.

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  18. Korrie@RedHenHomeJuly 14, 2011 at 9:44 AM

    The green is great! I am working on a table that (I think) is going to have a green base. Hope it turns out as beautifully as your project!

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  19. BrookeJuly 14, 2011 at 10:09 AM

    I LOVE THIS!!!

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  20. Just JaimeJuly 14, 2011 at 10:13 AM

    Fun! Love the green!

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  21. GardenOfDaisiesJuly 14, 2011 at 10:24 AM

    What a wonderful shade of green! The dresser sure looks great and it looks like you had quite a bit of rebuilding to do.

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  22. MimiJuly 14, 2011 at 8:55 PM

    Beautiful! I've always loved green - and this is wonderful! I'm so happy you shared with Paisley Passions. Can't wait to try the green chalkpaint. I've been trying to decide which color to try next. This inspires me!

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  23. AnonymousJuly 14, 2011 at 11:16 PM

    Hi. I just found you via Miss Mustard Seed. I voted for your dresser cause it just looks terrific - the color, the distressing, the knobs - all excellent. I'm off to explore some more.

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  24. ChrissieJuly 14, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    I love this great shade of green. The dresser is sooo cute!

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  25. AnonymousJuly 14, 2011 at 11:38 PM

    Wow! That took a lot of work. Love the color!!!
    http://www.alchemyfineliving.com/blog/2011/07/13/from-trash-to-treasure-thursday-linky-party-2/

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  26. AllisonJuly 15, 2011 at 2:09 AM

    That is a beautiful dresser! Love the green! That will add a nice pop of color to someone's room. A fun color!

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  27. SixBalloonsJuly 15, 2011 at 9:56 AM

    Wow, it looks like a lot of work, but what a beautiful result!

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  28. RachaelJuly 15, 2011 at 10:02 AM

    I REALLY like that green!

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  29. Yanet @ 3 Sun Kissed BoysJuly 15, 2011 at 10:07 PM

    What gorgeous color! Love the keyhole.

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  30. DixieJuly 15, 2011 at 10:23 PM

    LOVE the green!

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  31. At The Picket FenceJuly 16, 2011 at 12:29 AM

    Hi Sharon! I just love the shape of that dresser and the green was the perfect color for it. It looks so bright and cheerful and we are so glad you shared it with us at Inspiration Friday this week! :-)
    Vanessa

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  32. Sarah @ Cozy.Cottage.Cute.July 16, 2011 at 8:34 AM

    I agree! Very sweet, Sharon!

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  33. JenniJuly 16, 2011 at 10:34 PM

    love that color! so pretty!

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  34. AnonymousJuly 17, 2011 at 11:16 AM

    Green looks great - nice job!

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  35. Katy @ Lolly LinensJuly 17, 2011 at 12:42 PM

    Just Lovely!

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  36. Megan GunyanJuly 17, 2011 at 9:32 PM

    What a great color! I love the knobs---wonderful choice! How did you repair the drawers?? I'm trying to figure out how to reinforce some chair legs and I can't figure it out! Great job!

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  37. UnknownJuly 17, 2011 at 10:43 PM

    Oh my gosh! You did a fantastic job, it looks amazing :)

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  38. bahar006July 18, 2011 at 6:18 AM

    Congrats, looks beautiful:)

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  39. CindyJuly 18, 2011 at 11:44 AM

    I love the color and the way you have done this dresser. It's lovely!
    Cindy

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  40. UnknownJuly 18, 2011 at 11:47 AM

    Looks great!

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  41. Jena @ Involving Color and HomeJuly 19, 2011 at 5:28 PM

    This is such a beautiful color! Great job!

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  42. Noble VintageJuly 19, 2011 at 8:29 PM

    LOVE that green!!! I can see that in all kinds of rooms! such a beautiful piece. Thanks so much for linking up to Transformations and Treasures!

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  43. Vicki V @ blestnest.blogspot.comJuly 20, 2011 at 10:02 PM

    Green is my favorite color and I LOVE this! Fun!

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  44. Nita StacyJuly 25, 2011 at 2:31 AM

    Love this little dresser in green. Thanks for linking up at Mod Mix Monday!

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  45. UnknownJuly 28, 2011 at 3:32 AM

    WOW! The green is outstanding. I love your other work as well. I liked reading about your chalk paint experience. I have just begun to use it and I am a big fan.
    I am a new follower from Paisley's blog hop.

    http://www.jennyatdapperhouse.com/

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  46. gail@My Repurposed LifeJuly 28, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    whoa! looks like a lot of work, but totally worth it. She's SWEET!
    gail

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