Mind you, this piece needed work. A lot of work. The top was not attached, one of the cupboard doors was hanging on by just a screw, and some of the veneer was peeling.
That never frightens me, though! I got right to work. My friend Lori, at Pure Organic Flower Boutique recently became a stockist of the Van Gogh Canadian Chalk Paint. She was so excited for me to try it, she gave me a little mason jar with my favourite colour - this bluish-grey.
I used it to paint the main portion of the piece, then I hand painted the detail with some white to really make it stand out.
You'll never guess how I distressed this piece. I simply took a wet rag, and rubbed. It distressed just like sand paper would. Amazing!
The top I sanded down with 80 grit, then 120, and finally with 220. I re-stained it with Dark Walnut, and gave it a smooth finish with a wax.
I am so proud of how the top turned out. Probably my best re-staining job ever. The tiger wood grain really shows through beautifully.
I think this piece is the perfect candidate for a vessel sink.
My favourite part is the hardware. Isn't it gorgeous?
Today we are celebrating Mark's 27th birthday. The birthday celebrations are a bit lame. He's working all day, and I'm going to a shower tonight. He didn't give me a birthday wish list, so he got new shoes, socks, and boxers. I know, I'm quite the stellar wife. At least I can make him a nice dinner tonight!
Happy birthday, babe. I love you more than anything in the world!
I really love this piece, love the blue-grey color and the solid wood stained top. Nice job!
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