Happy Monday!
It feels like forever since I did a “real” post. My blog has been in transition from Blogger to Word Press for the last week. There are still a few little tweaks with some links that I need to take care but for the most part, it is user friendly and ready for touring!
I will talk more about the changes tomorrow, but for now…enough about the transition.
Today it is all about furniture!
This is Phoenix.
When this dresser was brought to me, it was begging for a makeover. The finish on the top was peeling off and the stain on the body as faded.
The owner said she already had a name picked out for the new-do: Phoenix. Why? Because she said it would be rising from the ashes to live a new life. So Phoenix it is!
Here is the before…and like usual, I forgot to take the picture BEFORE I started working on it. Here, I have already stripped the top of the dresser. It had the same stain as the drawers, but a lot of it was peeling off.
I used three Annie Sloan Chalk paint colors. Can you guess which three?
Barcelona Orange
Provence
Versailles
Does that seem like an odd color combination?
Well, check out this gorgeous textile….
That was my inspiration. It is the bedding for the bedroom this piece will be going home to.
I knew orange would be the dominant color once I laid my eyes on that, but I decided to layer color for drama.
If you look closely, you can see where the undertones of the Versailles and Provence come through. I did this by pulling the Barcelona off in places to expose more of those colors.
The owner wanted to keep the original hardware so I just spruced it up by giving a good coat in metallic taupe.
I admit…I am in love with the color combinations.
This will be added to my new gallery. If you haven’t had a chance to look at it, please do! I’m really excited to be able to provide you with a user-friendly system to view my furniture, projects, tips, etc… (again, you may come across a few links that don’t work properly yet…but I will be taking care of those over the next few days.)
Have a great day today!!
REMEMBER: The Spring Into The Dream contestsponsored by Homes.com is still going strong. Click over for the details on how to enter. If you love to pin, you’ve got it made!
Be inspired,
PS: If the pictures look smaller than usual, it is because they are! I had some issues with my Live Write recognizing my WP theme so that is another thing I will be working on!
Linking to:
MONDAY
Cowgirl Up! at Crafty Texas Girls
The Southern Institute:Creative Me Monday
Everything Under The Moon – Bedazzle Me Monday
More the Merrier at DIY Home Sweet Home
Get Your Craft On – Today’s Creative Blog
Crafts Keep Me Sane at Keeping It Simple
Time To Shine at Diamond In The Stuff
Thrifty Decor Chick – First Monday of Every Month
TUESDAY
Shades Of Amber Chalk Paint Party
Trash 2 Treasures at Kammy’s Korner
Coastal Charm: Nifty Thrifty Tuesday
House of Grace – Twice Owned Tuesday
WEDNESDAY
Wow Us Wednesdays at Savvy Southern Style
domestically speaking: power of paint party
THURSDAY
No Minimalist Here – Open House Party
Tablescape Thursday at Between Naps On The Porch
Transformation Thursday at The Shabby Creek Cottage
FRIDAY
The Rooster And The Hen – First & Third Fridays
Inspiration Friday At The Picket Fence
Frugalicious Fridays at Finding Fabulous
Feathered Nest Friday at French Country Cottage
Get Schooled Saturday @ Too Much Time On My Hands
Pretty Handy Girl – DIY Talent Parade
SATURDAY
SUNDAY
Sisters of the Wild West – Sister Sunday Link Party
Southern Hospitality – Thrifty Treasures
Turning lifetime passion into livelihood. It's about time! I'm Shari. I am a 40-something wife, mother, corporate professional turned design stylist, avid sports fan, and usually exhausted 24/7 keeping up with it all. I love my family, my home, my work...and the chaos that comes with it. I also happen to adore my beagle, Scout. 
I am visiting from Thee Blog Hop and I am a new follower! I hope you will stop by http://www.garagesalesrus.blogspot.com/ and do the same.
Robin
You make orange look so fresh. My fear is it would only look Halloween if I tried it.
~Bliss~
I just love those color combinations….Can’t wait to see Phoenix rise from the ashes!
Your color combo has definitely given this piece wings, Shari! I love how your paint magic transforms everything it touches.
Thanks for linking to Time Travel Thursday each week. Your creativity always adds life to the party.
Blessings,
Liz @ The Brambleberry Cottage
Love the color! Your blog looks awesome!
LOVE it shari! the color is awesome and suits it well!
Wow! I love that color combo. Unique and beautiful!
What a great dresser. I love orange so I especially love it!!! Pinning it.
Great transformation on the Phoenix! Love the orange!
Yup, I’m loving the color combo too!!!!
Great job!
OMG what a fun fun piece! Thanx for sharing at THT!
Now THIS is how you do Orange! Perfect Name. Love this stunning piece.
Shari–great job on this dresser! The shade of orange is great!
Wow, what an amazing color you achieved! Love it Shari!
LOVE this! Featuring you tomorrow
Great job! and i ALWAYS forget to take the before picture too!
This piece is stunning! I love the pop of orange, so unexpected! Great job!