Hello, dear friends! I’m back with that flatware chest makeover that I promised!
But first, I wanted to announce the winners of my birthday giveaway! Congratulations to Susie W, Christy M, Donna P, Virginia T, and Ginny. All winners have been notified and have responded. Thank you to everyone who entered! If you did not win this round, I will likely have another giveaway for my blogiversary in November.
Lets get to that flatware chest makeover!
Here it is before:
It was only $4.99 at the thrift store, and I love this style since it has a drawer.
Here is how the inside looked before:
Vavavavoom with that red velvet! My assistant, Jack, removed the lining for me on this one…
Ooh what’s that in the background…
I am loving my new minivan! Who knew??
I did have to scrape away some really bumpy parts that were left behind to get a somewhat smooth bottom and a razor blade scraper made that part easier:
Clean
Removing those linings is really the toughest part of these flatware chest makeovers.
Once I had it good enough, I cleaned well with White Lightning, mixing one TBSP with a half gallon of warm water and using an applicator pad to wipe down the box:
Then I wiped it down once more with clean water to rinse. Gloves are recommended for this step.
Paint
Next step, paint!
I chose this lovely Pastels Artistry Maxi transfer to use on this piece and decided on Sawmill Gravy as a base:
Blend
I wanted a highlight in the center of the top for the background of this transfer, and to do that, I gave my freshly painted surface a spray with my mister bottle:
Then, I added a bit of Fluff with my Best Dang Brush to the center and began working it into the Sawmill Gravy, swirling my brush as I went to blend it in:
I added a bit more Sawmill Gravy around the edge and then continued to blend until I got a look I was happy with.
I didn’t want to distress this piece, so I used one of these sanding sponges to smooth out the surface all over:
Chalk paint has a slight texture to it, so sanding it lightly after will make it buttery smooth.
Adding the transfer
This transfer has lots of pieces that you can place any way you like…
I absolutely love this transfer! Redesign has been releasing new designs every quarter, but many of them are limited edition, so once they’re gone, they’re gone unfortunately. I hope they choose to bring this one back!
I started to arrange them how I wanted them on the top:
I continued to add pieces until I got the look I wanted. I often place mine coming down from a corner like this rather than centering them…
Seal
Once I had the transfers applied, I used Clear Coat in Satin to seal, applying it with the blue sponge applicator.
Flatware Chest Makeover, The Big Reveal
Here is how this chest looks now!
So light and airy compared to the before…
I decided to add some of the transfer to the front as well…
And the top…
The blending added a soft highlight to the background.
The inside
Here is a reminder of what the inside looked like before:
And here is what it looks like now:
Lining these boxes isn’t too hard at all. If you have an iron and a glue gun, you are all set!
Here you can see I just cut a piece to go around the perimeter and then ironed the top edge over before gluing it in place:
Then, I glued a piece of foam core covered in fabric, to the bottom:
See more details on how to line a box with fabric HERE.
I also replaced the handle with this one that I saved from another piece:
I painted it in Cotton and shabbied it up a bit.
Sawmill Gravy is such a pretty neutral!
I hope y’all enjoyed this one since I made you wait ha ha!
That is another piece closer to being done with this haul!
See any you may have missed or want to revisit below:
UPcycled Antique Dresser Mirror
The Easiest Way to Update Old Artwork
Flatware Box Upcycled with Decoupage Paper
Painting the Smalls #29
Painted Baskets
Chest on Chest Dresser
Step End Table Makeover
Yard Sale Game Table Makeover
Bench and Mirror Makeovers
I’ll be back here on Thursday with my Furniture Fixer Upper ladies and this hutch:
UPDATE: See how pretty this piece turned out HERE!
I have been shopping, but I only have one furniture piece for my next haul so far, so I need to get to it! Only a few more pieces in this haul.
See ya Thursday!
XOXO,
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Mary Kaiser says
Oh it is so lovely now! I Love how soft the color is and how well the transfers match the soft color! It turned out amazing! I actually have a silverware box and it has a drawer. I need to get busy on it as I want to get it made over for my Granddaughters room, she is due to arrive on November 5th!! I have to get busy with that! Yours is so lovely!
Christy says
Thank you, Mary! I love this soft neutral… I need to use it more often. What a sweet piece this could be for your granddaughter’s room…I know you will make it gorgeous! My niece’s baby girl will be here in November too woohoo! XOXO
Kathy W says
Christy, as usual, the flatware chest makeover turned out BEAUTIFUL. I agree, the sawmill gray is so pretty and the transfer is gorgeous as well. Happy you’re loving your new wheels. More space for more fun treasures. Thank you for all of your inspirational makeovers!!!
Kathy W
Christy says
Thank you, Kathy! This is a great neutral that I need to use more often! And who knew a minivan could be so awesome?? I am definitely loving it so far! XOXO
Sue Verbaan says
I love me a mini van! My 17 year old granddaughter is driving an old blue mini van for her senior year. She need to go to different schools for different classes. Since her grandfather is Dutch we said the van should be christened
“Van Go”! Don’t know if she will carry through❤️.
I love the transformation of this silverware box. I need to put this on my TD list.
Sue Verbaan.
Christy says
Thank you, Sue! I don’t know why I haven’t gotten one before now…it is awesome! I love the nickname of her van…hopefully, she’ll keep it lol! XOXO
Stacie says
Christy, I think this just may be the prettiest one of these silver drawers you have ever done! Thank you for sharing your work! I also appreciate the blog posts on your booth and pricing. Great information-great inspiration- thank you !!!
Christy says
Aww I appreciate that so much, Stacie, thank you! And you are so welcome! XOXO
Janice Redden says
Christy, the chest is so pretty; I had sworn off doing one more silverware chest or jewelry box but after seeing this one I may have to rethink that! So great you have a “sous crafter” to help with miscellaneous tasks; and there in the background was that shiny new car! Drive on, friend!
Christy says
Thank you, Janice! Removing the insides is such a deterrent I know. Having Jack do that for me has been awesome. And I love that title you gave him ha ha! Yes, loving my new minivan!! XOXO
Cecilia says
Oh, I love this one! It came together perfectly!
Christy says
Thank you so much, my friend! XOXO
Cyndi says
Gorgeous! Another beautiful piece that’s functional too! Win-win! 🙂
Christy says
Thank you, Cyndi! Function sells for sure…hoping this one doesn’t last! XOXO
Caye says
Another piece of perfection! I love that transfer AND the inside covering. Together they are perfection. Thank you for all your great offerings, Christy. I so appreciate you!
Christy says
Aww thank you so much, Caye! I’m so glad you like this one. And I appreciate you too!! XOXO
Caye says
XXOO 🙂
Holly says
You never disappoint! Just beautiful and so feminine!!! <3
Christy says
Aww thank you so much, Holly! I’m so glad you like it! XOXO
Marcie Lovett says
Christy, you are the queen of flatware boxes! Each one is different and they’re all lovely. This really is a beautiful color, and it goes so well with the transfer. The shading is subtle but effective. I predict another quick sale.
Christy says
Thank you, Marcie! There are just so many possibilities with these boxes which makes them so fun to reimagine! XOXO
Michele M. says
I absolutely LOVE that piece. That Sawmill Gravy color is perfect! And how you arranged those gorgeous transfers – well, you’ve done it again, m’lady.
GRATS to the winners of your big giveaway – some lucky folks for sure.
Christy says
Thank you, my friend! I will be using Sawmill gravy again for sure…such a great neutral! XOXO
Cheryl r Atkinson says
Hi Christy! The box turned out so pretty. You always make the inside look so good. I have tried. Lol. Love your new wheels! Great for traveling in . Thrifting road trip!!
Christy says
Thank you, my friend! I am loving my new minivan…I can buy ALL THE THINGS now ha ha!! XOXO
Cheryl B Acampora says
hey gal,
I may have mentioned this once or twice, but you do the BEST boxes out there! So pretty and fancy. Now go fill up your new van with more treasures!
Christy says
Aww you’re the sweetest, Cheryl! Thank you! Yes…I am on the hunt for furniture now that I can carry more than on piece ha ha! XOXO
Pamela C. says
I’m energized to get back to re-imagening my furniture I’ve purchased & is taking up all the space in the garage! I love this & plan to make one for myself!
Christy says
I love that Pamela! Thank you! Have fun creating! XOXO