Hey there amazing friends! I’m back with my Furniture Fixer Upper girls sharing the first piece of my brand new haul!!
I am super excited about this one! First, here is my new stack of goodies ready and waiting to be transformed:
I actually found some decent furniture pieces this time, thanks mostly to an estate sale that I visited last weekend. I get really discouraged with the estate sales in our area because they are so incredibly overpriced!
This one actually wasn’t too bad though, and since it was the last day, everything was 50% off! YAY!! I scored that desk for $19, the pretty cabinet with the fretwork in the door for $24, and today’s piece, this very cool shelving unit for $60:
I loved the carved details on this one, but years of heavy use in the kitchen had left the finish in rough shape:
I loved the distressed carved pieces between each shelf so I decided to tape those off with FrogTape and paint just the back and shelves:
I used leftover paint from our walls here…Campfire Ash by Behr! Even though it was an eggshell finish, I was still able to make it into chalk paint. (Recipe HERE.) I’ve included a few affiliate links so you can find the products I love.
I also decided to add some detail with this stencil to the square panels on top:
I used spray adhesive to hold it in place and a small brush and my Bit of Sugar chalk DIY chalk paint to fill it in.
I just used the leaves from this stencil and connected them by hand using a script liner brush…
I sanded everything lightly with 220 grit sandpaper and sealed with Dixie Belle’s satin topcoat.
Ready to see how it turned out??
You can better see the shabby parts of the shelf supports here…
I like them against the softer subtle Campfire Ash color. And leaving them as is saved me from having to paint all those details! Win!
My favorite might be the stencil…
It adds such a sweet detail that is perfectly in keeping with the beautiful support pieces.
Isn’t this such a gorgeous piece? I sure wish I had a spot for it!
I’m surprised this was still there. Maybe people were turned off by all the scuff marks. Luckily that was an easy fix!
It looks so pretty holding my thrifted ironstone and painted baskets…
Remember that stack of baskets? They were part of a Painting the Smalls post. You can revisit that one HERE.
And these pretty flowers…
They are the same ones that came out of one of my Spring arrangements made from thrift store drawers that I shared not too long ago. They look pretty in this ironstone piece as well.
Don’t forget…my Furniture Fixer upper friends have furniture flips of their own to share with you today!!
I started with this shelving unit since it was the largest piece just so I could get it out of the garage, but there are many more to come!
I’ll meet ya’ll back here on Tuesday…I’ll be sharing how I transformed this tray:
UPDATE: See how I updated this tray HERE now!
Have an amazing weekend!
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Mary Kaiser says
OH MY GOSH!! I am in love with that shelving unit now!! You made it so beautiful, I am not kidding, I LOVE IT!!! I wish I lived closer because I would so come and buy that piece. My favorite part is the stencil also!!! Really good job on this piece. I am looking forward to seeing the transformation of your new stash, so fun!!
Christy says
Yay I’m so glad you like it, Mary, thank you!! I wasn’t sure there was a whole lot I could do to change up the look, but even small changes can make a difference! Have a great weekend! XOXO
Teri says
For the shelving unit, what stencil did you use for the background?
Christy says
I linked to it in the post. You can find it here :https://www.artisticstencildesigns.com/collections/wreath-stencils/products/la-grand-maison-stencil-10×10 🙂
Larissa ~ Prodigal Pieces says
Sweet score! Love the filigree details and the subtle changes you made. Elegant!
Christy says
Thanks, Larissa! Score is right! XOXO
Dawn Elliott says
A beautiful make over of this shelf unit Christy!
Love how you set it up with dishes n baskets!
A remarkable job. May I ask what you are reselling it for?
Christy says
Thank you, Dawn! I haven’t priced it yet…somewhere around $225 probably! XO
Janice Holt says
What a beautiful shelving unit. Love the stencil details. Can’t wait to see what you do with this stash.
Christy says
Thank you so much, Janice! XOXO
Carolyn says
So pretty Christy. A very unique piece. Love your styling with the dishes and suitcases. Can’t wait to see what you do with the rest of the pieces. Happy springtime to you!
Christy says
Thank you, Carolyn! I am excited to work through this new group! Happy Spring to you as well! XOXO
Christina in SW FL says
Very soft makeover Christy! The side decorations remind me of swans with babies. 🙂
The stencil is such a sweet addition. Way to go!!
Have a wonderful and creative rest of the week and weekend!!
Christy says
Oh yes, the sides do look like a swan with her babes in tow! Thanks, Christina…have a great weekend too! XOXO
Mother Deer says
I really enjoy these posts. Can’t wait to see what you transform next 🙂
Christy says
Thank you, Mother Deer!! XOXO
Jerri says
That is adorable. I like it’s cottage vibe. Nice job!
Christy says
Thanks, Jerri! It does have a sweet cottage vibe! XOXO
Su says
LUV! The estate shelving makeover.
Your detailing is so nice to see. Always look forward to
visiting your work ????
Christy says
Thank you, Su! I appreciate that very much! XOXO
Sandi Wagner says
Wow! That is so cool! You and your friends are amazing! I love to look at their stuff too. I’m excited to try my first project soon….this golf addiction thing kind of gets in my way! I love getting an email and seeing you have done another project!!! Great job!!!
Christy says
Thank you so much, Sandi! I’m so happy to hear you enjoy seeing what we share! Good luck on your first project…be warned though…painting is addicting too ha ha! XO
Charleen Adams says
That is beautiful!!Sure you can’t find a place for it??I would work at it ,if it were me. “Just Sayin'”!!Love all you do ,take care
Christy says
Thank you, Charlene! I am trying really hard lol! XOXO
Dana says
I see an item on your stash that I have in my home and have been thinking of transforming it! I can’t wait to see what you do with it!!
Christy says
Oh yay…hopefully it will help you to reimagine yours! XO
Cecilia says
Oh! I love how this one turned out! It looks so pretty. The stencil is definitely a great touch. I can just see that in someone’s kitchen – adore how you styled it. Yay for another stack of goodies to transform!
Christy says
Thank you, Cecilia!! This is perfect for a kitchen…wish it could stay in mine! And yes, I am so excited to work my way through this new haul! XOXO
Carole Larsen says
Christy, you are so consistently amazing in your talents. This turned out so beautiful.
Christy says
Aww you are so sweet, Carole, thank you!!! XOXO
Denise says
OMG Christy, you worked your MAGIC on this one! It looked so dated and rough and you’ve turned it into a show piece! Gorgeous!… love your staging too! Pinned! 🙂
Christy says
Thanks so much, Denise! I was surprised it was still there on the last day?? Lucky for me though! Have a great weekend! XOXO
sharon austin says
Oooh, so pretty. I’m jealous. Can’t wait to see the desk; You got some great pieces coming!
Christy says
Thank you, Sharon! That desk was a steal at $19, but it is super low…brainstorming a way to raise it! XOXO
sharon austin says
Hmmm, casters?
Christy says
That’s a great idea! Thanks!! 😀
Joan says
OO00 Christy! I love this piece! So different and sweet! Love the colors you chose and the stencil is perfect. Can’t wait to see your other makeovers from your haul!
Christy says
Thank you, Joan! It is a very sweet piece indeed. Glad I was lucky enough to find it! XOXO
Cheryl says
Wow, what a gorgeous piece!! You did great on this trip and I can’t wait to see what you do.
How do you do this constantly lol, wish I had your energy and I wish I lived closer, I would buy up most of your stock lol.
Have an awesome day!!
Christy says
Thank you so much, Cheryl! I have a routine down that keeps me moving, but I have also found it easier to work through a group like this…like all my projects are lined up and ready to go! I wish you lived closer too, my friend! XOXO
Virginia says
So gorgeous! Can’t blame you for wishing to keep it!
Christy says
Thank you, Virginia! Yep I’m trying hard to find a place for it ha ha! XO
gwen says
what’s not to love – Campfire Ash is such a beautiful, subtle color! good choice leaving the sides distressed and adding the perfect stencil – LOVE!
Christy says
Thank you so much, Gwen! This was a fun piece to work on! XOXO
Yvonne says
Beautiful, love the untouched curves!
Christy says
Thank you, Yvonne! I’m glad I left those side pieces as is, and it saved me some work too! XO
LeAnn Hileman says
Oooh you made it so pretty! Good job! And thanks for your comment about my work too, I appreciate it as one artist to another!
Christy says
Thank you, LeAnn! And you are so welcome! XO
Robyn Wright says
Love it! How many coats of the Campfire Ash did you do? Such a unique piece. I’m sure it’ll sell fast!
Christy says
Thank you, Robyn! I did two coats of the Campfire Ash, but since it was over white, I probably could have gotten away with just one. XO
Ange Mills says
That is a different style of shelving. Another great re-do.
I’m Looking forward to see how youre going to transform the picnic basket because I have one exactly like it.
Christy says
Thanks, Ange! It is really unique! I have a slight addiction to picnic baskets lol! XOXO
Debbie in TX says
Wowie Wow Wow!! This is so beautiful. I love the color and everything about it, especially the wonderful detail the stencils add. You also have a knack for arranging the display items on the shelves and making it look like a million bucks. Thanks for sharing!
Christy says
Aww thanks so much, Debbie!! You are always so sweet!! XOXO
Marie says
Wow, that’s quite the haul, Christy! Can’t wait to see how you put your magic touch on all those thrifty finds. This shelving unit – perfection! Love the stencil detail 🙂
Christy says
Thanks, Marie! I am really excited to work through this bunch!! XOXO
Jewels says
Christy, You’ve done it again. I think your latest haul from that estate sale might be my favorite so far. I can’t wait to see what else you do with it!
Christy says
I am really excited about this group of goodies! Glad you are too! XOXO
kandice kullmann says
This came out so pretty! You’d never know it was in such crappy condition before. Beautiful!!
Christy says
Thank you so much, Kandace! I wasn’t sure there was much I could do to change it up since it was already white, but even subtle changes can make a big difference! Have a great weekend! XOXO
ROSE LEFEBVRE says
I adore this piece! You made it look so wonderful! I would snatch it up if you lived here!! You are a master at renewing furniture pieces.
Christy says
I’m so glad you like it, Rose! Thank you so so much! XOXO
Susan Homeroad Stevenson says
Christy that was an awesome piece, to begin with, but you made it even more fabulous!
Christy says
Thanks so much, Susan! Yes this was a beautiful piece to start, and that always helps! Have a great weekend! XOXO
Robin says
OMG, what a fabulous find!!!! I wish I could buy it!!!! You scored big with the great pieces at wonderful prices!!! Can’t wait to see how you transform the rest.
Christy says
Thank you, Robin! I’m really excited about some of these pieces! XOXO
Julie Briones says
Probably one of my fave pieces of all time that you’ve done, girl! Looking forward to seeing what you’re doing with all your haul! I’m catching up after a long illness. Of course, would always love having you link-up at Homestyle Gathering!
Christy says
Thank you so much, Julie! I’m sorry to hear you’ve been under the weather… Hope you’re feeling better, my friend! XOXO
ColleenB.~Tx. says
I must say; You Do find the most terrific items. I absolutely love the style of the bookshelf unit and what all you done with it.
Looking forward in what you will be doing to the remaining pieces you have. Was trying to figure out what that item piece is sitting in front of the desk
Enjoy your day and have a great weekend.
Christy says
Thank you, Colleen! That square thing in the front is actually an end table. It was sold like that with the legs removed and tucked inside. Hoping it goes back together okay! Enjoy your weekend too! XOXO
Becky says
What a pretty shelf! I’ve never seen one with curvy sides like that before. No one beat you to it? What are people thinking!? It’s beautiful now! No way is that lasting long in your booth!
Christy says
I know… I can’t believe it was still there on day three! It was pretty scuffed up though. Glad I got it! XOXO
Debra A Wise says
Gorgeous makeover Christy! It’s absolutely beautiful. Love those scrolled pieces on the sides. Thanks for sharing.
Christy says
Thank you so much, Debra! I love those scrolled pieces as well…really wish I had a spot for it! XOXO
Marcie Lovett says
That is a spectacular haul, Christy! This piece has such a nice shape and you have to love that it came perfectly pre-chipped. The leaves are a sweet touch on this refresh. It’s nice to have a project that’s less demanding once in a while!
Christy says
Yes…I am excited to work through these pieces! And Amen to an easier project for a change lol! XOXO
Jen @ Girl in the Garage says
Girl what a lucky find and you really made it gorgeous! xo
Christy says
Thanks, Jen! It was a lucky find out for sure. I couldn’t believe it was still there on day three! XOXO
Virginia says
What great finds! The shelf looks wonderful. What are your plans for the box on top of the desk? I have one just like it that I’ve been wanting to tweek.
Christy says
Thank you, Virginia! I’m not sure what I’ll do with that just yet, but I’ll be tackling it soon! XOXO