I picked up this what once was a brand new baby changing table at an auction....for....keep reading...
The 2 top side "fake drawers" were mismatched and they didn't work. They were kinda strange the way they sat in the space. There was no real drawer there, and they were attached with a hinge to swing out... I wish now I would've taken a picture because I can't even describe them.
It was at an auction that my husband actually attended with me... 1st and only :) We were getting near the end, when this went up for auction. Normally I don't purchase new furniture, but not one person bid on it. I got it for $5. Yup $5!!!
I didn't have a clue what I wanted to do with it. Over time even though I loved our island, I needed drawer storage. I was walking through the garage with that on my mind...and that thought stopped me dead in my tracks... I got it...
I cleaned it up, filling hardware holes.. Prepping it for painting by lightly sanding it down.
I knew I wanted to use a couple of different things like tin ceiling tiles, and some wood planks..
The entire dresser was painted a barn red color.
I used some old reclaimed wood planks, cleaned & sanded them and then added a variety of colors to add to the sides of the dresser.
Using my Modern Masters Metal Effects I changed up these shiny silver ceiling tins...

Giving it a nice patina look...
We laid out the wood for the top... We wanted a slight overhang, but not too much.
One day I finally said I can't take it anymore.. I wanted to use the top without having a tablecloth over the top. I pulled out my CeCe Caldwell's Stain+Finish all in one in Kukui. I sanded the top smooth and then added 3 coats.
All done and ready to be used... My girls love to sit here to eat breakfast in the morning.
On the front 2 boards I used a little Unicorn SPiT stain to try it out when I first received my package from Michelle. More to come on this fun product!!
The fun thing is all in all including my materials this island cost me less than $50...that my friends makes my heart sing!!
This is fantastic! I love all of that rich color!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great job...and so creative!
ReplyDeletelovely job! the wooden plank top is my favorite piece.
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful, functional and a great mixture of warm color! Thanks for sharing on the Living with Style Linky Party.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful and creative. Love the warm.colors. Thanks for sharing on the Living with Style Linky Party!
ReplyDeleteLynn this dresser repurpose into an island is fabulous! Love the colored barn wood and the oxidized tin. I'm featuring it this weekend at the DIY Sunday Showcase Party.
ReplyDeleteWowM what an amazing transformation Lynn! I can't believe that was the same plain piece of furniture! I love your choices of materials to use!
ReplyDeleteThanks so much for sharing at Something to Talk About!
Karen
What a fabulous idea! Thanks for sharing at the #HomeMattersParty - we're looking forward to what you have to share next week. :)
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Life With Lorelai
What a fun upcycle! I love the colors too! :D
ReplyDeleteHey, Lynn! Just wanted to let you know that we loved your Kids Reading Nook so much when you shared it at the #HomeMattersParty last week, we’ve FEATURED it THIS WEEK! Hope you can check it out when you get a sec! Happy Friday!!! http://lifewithlorelai.com/2015/08/27/home-matters-linky-party-52/
ReplyDeleteGreat redo!
ReplyDeleteAwesome job Thanks for sharing with us.
ReplyDeleteI love everything about this!
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