Secretariat Makeover

Hello friends! This long weekend I decided to makeover this ugly secretariat into a beautiful piece. I love the size and function of it. It is perfect for a small home office to put your laptop and some files in. It can be closed up so you don't have to see any clutter. This is also a great piece for students in university or college. It is small and has lots of storage for their rooms.
Here it is before I did anything:

This is with the desk open:

Here is after I painted it. I used Annie Sloan Chalk paint in old white for the inside and the accent. I used Paloma for the desk.

 

Here is the inside all painted. I finished it off with ASCP's clear wax. Those little cubby holes were a tough to paint!
























Let me know your thoughts!


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Hudson Bay Iconic Blanket

I have always wanted a Hudson Bay wool blanket. I am always searching for one at flea markets, antique markets and auctions.  I like the old version. I know they make new wool blankets and other items but I don't want a brand new one from the store. I think the blanket is one truly Canadian item.
Here is a link to the new blankets.

Here are some examples of gorgeous rooms using the Hudson Bay blanket within the design.


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And here is my blanket!! I love it so much! I don't know where to put it yet but I am sure I will find a spot for it.













What are you searching for? What is the special item you look everywhere for?

Antique Medicine Cabinet Annie Sloan Chalk Paint Makeover

Happy Spring everyone!
I know it doesn't quite feel like spring around here. We have been below zero all week here and I'm hoping it's going to get warmer next week. I really want the snow to melt and to be able to see some green grass! This winter I thought I would refinish this old medicine cabinet with some Annie Sloan Chalk paint. I love how cute it is and the details it had. This is it before:

The inside didn't have the original paint stripped off it. I scrapped and sanded so the new paint would have a smooth surface. I even had to fill two holes which likely were where the cabinet had been screwed to the wall.

The top needed to be glued and clamped as it was separating a little.

Here is the after in Old White ASCP.

The inside of the cabinet and drawer I painted Provence ASCP with an accent of grey chalkboard paint. I finished it off with clear wax. I love it and think it's the cutest medicine cabinet!

 

What do you think?

The Christie Antique Show is HERE!!!!
It is the best (in my opinion) Antique show in Ontario. Check out the info!
I have been there two times, last fall and this past spring.
I have found amazing and unique items and highly recommend everyone and anyone to check this event out! It is perfect for people that are new to antiques or wonderful for the experts!
The weather looks perfect and hopefully won't be as muddy as it was this spring.
I suggest that you rise and shine and plan on being at the show early! It takes a couple of hours (atleast!) to get through this busy show. Take your time and enjoy browsing!
Hope to see you all there!

First Post: breaking the ice

Hi Friends!
This is my first blog post and to be honest I'm quite excited about it. I have been busy with little projects, crafts, and antiquing. I am excited to start sharing with my new friends.

I will share one preview with the group. My teal buffet. I found a willow dresser last year at the christie Antique show that was distressed and gorgeous. I bought it for my living room to put my oversized hand me down t.v on. Well since then I have been looking for a buffet that I could paint to match. I wanted one with lots of carving and details to it. I was extremely excited when I found this one at aberfoyle antique market in the spring. It's just perfect!
Later on I will show you the steps I took to get the buffet looking like this!
P.S. Can you guess what my favourite colour is?