Hey y’all! Today I’m sharing the makeover of a pretty little table I purchased from an estate sale. I found it at the same sale where I purchased this sweet dressing table. You may remember seeing the before on my facebook page. I shared it first in a guest post for another blog I contribute to. Now I get to share it with you!
Here is the before:
It was sitting in the entry way just waiting for me to get there. The top was not in the best shape. It almost looked like water or weather damage:
But for $20, it was a bargain, and of course it was getting a new paint job anyway:
I painted this little table using my go-to chalk paint recipe (no sanding required).
It still needed something though, and those panels were calling out for some of my favorite fabric!
This fabric can be found at Hancock Fabrics. I’ve used it on several projects.
I cut the panels using my rotary cutter and straight edge
I brushed the Mod Podge on the table panel, then attached the fabric. You can add another coat of Mod Podge over top if you like, but it may alter the color of the fabric some. I chose not to add a coat on top.
I’m really pleased with how this turned out, especially for the price!
I originally photographed it in front of this window before I took it to my booth, but guess what? It never made it to my booth. I kept it!
You may have seen it in my entry when I shared this simple Spring wreath:
Sweet and Simple Spring Wreath
Hobby Lobby featured it on their social media sites, so that was exciting! 🙂
I love it paired with my $2 yard sale mirror, one of my favorite finds ever!
Have a great weekend!
XO,
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Vivien says
I don’t blame you for keeping it, I would too, It’s gorgeous! You turned something humdrum into something beautiful and Eyecatching. That fabric is the bees knees. Brilliant makeover and TFS
Christy K. James says
Thanks, Vivien! I love this fabric too! XO
Mary says
Ok this is very sweet too! I love the fabric idea I just need to give it a try
Christy K. James says
Thanks, Mary! Every time I see a recessed panel in a piece of furniture, I automatically think fabric. Have a great weekend! XO
Tina Matteson says
I’d keep it too, Christy! It’s beautiful. I think I need some of that fabric from Hancock’s!
Christy K. James says
Thanks, Tina! That fabric is one of my favorites! 🙂
Lori says
This is one of the most fabulous makeovers I’ve seen!!! Probably because I have a table I can do something similar to that I’ve been wondering how I can “fix” it and keep it. Thank you thank you thank you!!!!
Christy K. James says
Thanks…so glad you like it, Lori! I love that you’re feeling inspired! XO
Gilly @ Colour Saturated Life says
Gorgeous Makeover Christi!
Christy K. James says
Thanks so much, Gilly! Have a great weekend! XO
Kris @ Junk Chic Cottage says
Christy this is genius. What a beautiful and easy re love of this piece. It looks beautiful.
Kris
Christy K. James says
Aww thanks so much, Kris! Have a great weekend! XO
Marie@The Interior Frugalista says
I remember seeing this gorgeous table in your guest post and don’t blame you for keeping it – I wouldn’t be able to part with it either.
Christy K. James says
I just couldn’t let it go! Have a fabulous weekend, my friend!
Liz Morgan says
Christy, here’s a fabric tip that I really like. If you paint the wrong side of fabric with matte Mod Podge and let dry completely before you cut your fabric, it will not fray. Love your creativity, Liz
Christy K. James says
Great tip, Liz! Thanks for sharing!
Joanne Boulter says
Oh Christy you did it again! The fabric on the table is perfect! 🙂 Jo
Christy K. James says
Thanks so much, Jo! I just had to keep this one! 🙂 🙂
Tracey says
Stunning (and creative, as always!). May I ask a question? When you distress, are there times when you first paint black under the white, esp. when the piece is lighter wood like oak, so that the distressed areas are dark? This piece was already dark, but what about an oak piece? Just curious. Keep creating!
Christy K. James says
Hi Tracey! I have painted a lighter piece dark brown or black first, so the dark would show through when sanding. It works great, but just lightly sand so you don’t go through that layer. 🙂
Mary says
Yes, It makes it so fresh! I yet to try frabric on a piece of furniture. Where do you score this lovely print?
Christy K. James says
Thanks, Mary! I found that at Hancock Fabrics, one of my favorites! XO