I picked up this petite server at the Highland Park garage sales. It wasn’t in terrible shape aside from being a bit dinged up. It really just needed a cosmetic makeover. An updated look.
I went with Annie Sloan chalk paint in French Linen again.
I felt like the little detail below the drawers needed to be drawn out with some white paint.
I freshened up the inside of the cupboard area with some dark charcoal grey ‘oops’ paint that I had on hand.
Although I have staged this piece as a server for the dining room, I think it would be perfect in a foyer as a place to drop the keys and mail.
You could put shoes or purses in the bottom cupboard, gloves and scarves in the drawer.
So, there you have it, a fun little makeover.
q is for quandie 
This really, really makes this come alive. From a throwaway piece of furniture to a beautiful accent piece. Love it. Keep up the good work. I’m liking the gray more and more every time I see it…
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Thanks Terri!
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Love it-it looks 100% better now!
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Amazing what a little paint can do!
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Just beautiful…love that you kept the original hardware!
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I almost changed out the hardware, but in the end decided to keep it. I’m glad you like it!
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Been following you for just a short time and L.O.V.E. Everything you paint!
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Thanks Sue!
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Love that you can see when a piece has good bones but would seem like nothing special to someone else, then transform it into a much coveted item!
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Thanks!
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Nice job Linda – this era is one of my favorites. If the height is right I can see it next to a bed as well. I favor chest instead of night stands. I finally finished painting my kitchen took me days and days. And believe me it’s not that big. I salute you for all you accomplish with that brush of yours! Have a great holiday weekend! Hubby officiating this weekend? I am off to Flatrock, NC to buy apples. It one of our annual traditions.
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That is a great idea, I think this one would work perfectly next to a bed. Glad you got the kitchen done! And nope, no holiday weddings this weekend. I was about to say ‘isn’t it a bit early for apples?’, but I suppose they ripen much earlier down there.
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Linda,
You are the best! Every piece I see of yours is just beautiful! I do not know how you are able to part with some of these great pieces! I would be your best customer if I lived near you! I like your painted pieces better than any other blogger!
Blessings
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Thank you so much Shelly. That is the nicest compliment! I really appreciate that you took the time to post it.
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I see others who paint with chalk paint and sometimes their work looks patchy and shows brush strokes. I like the sleek and professional finish of yours. The color is great, the lettering to scale and the unique pattern running below the drawer is very beautiful.
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I am not a fan of patchy or leaving brush strokes. I was once told to water the chalk paint down a bit to reduce brush strokes, and that is what I do. I also sand lightly between coats.
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