Diamond in the Rough
12 November 2009
We bought an old sewing machine table at Salvation army a few years ago. I really liked the size and shape, but haven't taken the time to spiff it up.
A few days ago, while I was day dreaming about being able to afford all new furniture, I realized, who needs that when you have a can of spray paint and a napping baby!
It took just a day. I sanded off the top, and a quick once over on the base. I taped the top off, and spray painted the base. I did 3 or 4 coats. To make sure it was all smooth and did a quick sand between coats (this really makes the finish look so much better, I promise, it is worth it) For the top I used Watco, staining wax finish that I had from some old nightstand that I built in wood shop class in college.
Now, I am just kicking myself for how long a waited to do this. I could have been happier a long time ago!
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12 comments:
I have my second sewing table sitting in my garage to get painted when I get the chance. I found my first one at DI years ago and painstakingly refinished it. But it is one of my favorite pieces! I really like the two-toned look you made. Very nice!
i LOVE it!!!! and it goes perfectly w/ the "new" chair! we found a similar table a long time ago and gave it to my sister, who has never done anything w/ it - i just might have to take it back!
i love it! I have four chairs that I plan on recovering but I am terrified to paint over the beautiful wood. I know I have to in order for it to match our kitchen table or maybe it would be better to get a new kitchen table...hmmm.
But I love what you did with the sewing table, it's beautiful!
Looks great! That's awesome that you were featured on better after. Looks like a cool blog. I'll have to check it out!
Looks great, Cass! I love seeing all of your project before and afters. So fun. Love ya!
I have the same sewing table here. I use it for my plants. Do you want to refinish mine? Just kidding. Thanks for the wonderful idea. You did a fabulous job!
That's beautiful!
I love it! I am such a huge fan of spray paint. I really want to paint my sleigh bed black but people keep talking me out of it. I will get the guts some day...
I love projects like this!! It's great to have beautiful things at low prices.
And thanks for the tip on sanding inbetween coats...never would have done that, but now I know to.
I learn so much from all your projects.
I like the shoes under the table :D good idea
luv yooou!!
it looks awesome! here's to using what you already have!
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