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Wednesday, January 12, 2011

This One's for You, Ma!

I recently found another place for finding fabulous furniture that needs a little love. Up here in Minnesota, garage sale season is short. This year was my first year at hunting for furniture to rehab, and by the end of the summer, I had a stack of thrifty finds that was taller than I am *blush*. The hubby was none too happy. However, since the snow started, I've worked through my stash. No garage sales and empty thrift stores had me searching for online auctions. Such deals to be found!

I found this piece on K-Bid...and I actually won it...for $14.24!

Yes, this is a terrible picture and angle, but at least I have a before! Victory!

Anyway, my mom was looking for something for her entry. I love the way this turned out and hope she does too!




There is SUCH a difference in the last 2 pics. The last picture is how the piece looks in person. I was messing around with flash/no flash. Still trying to take better pictures *sigh*

~Allison

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26 comments:

  1. Sanctuary HomeJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:50 PM

    Great job Allison! I bet your Mom likes her new entry piece, I know I would.
    Susan : )

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  2. ChrissieJanuary 13, 2011 at 12:53 PM

    Beautiful work, I know your mom will love it! What a fabulous deal!

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  3. Tara LaurenJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    Looks fab girl! I am trying to find a piece similar to that one but its slim pickins right now!

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  4. Cassie BustamanteJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:33 PM

    it looks great, allison! i am sure your mom is going to be thrilled!

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  5. BrandiJanuary 13, 2011 at 1:53 PM

    What a beautiful gift for your mom! I bet she loves it!

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  6. JennJanuary 13, 2011 at 3:52 PM

    I'm all about "the mom" :)) It looks great, awesome job!

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  7. Randi~Dukes and DuchessesJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:10 PM

    That is absolutely beautiful!

    Visiting from Miss Mustard Seed.

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  8. Megan GunyanJanuary 13, 2011 at 8:34 PM

    Oh my gosh! What a beautiful piece! I love how you refinished it. I wish I could find furniture pieces for such great deals. I'd love for you to share at my link party going on now! alittleknickknack.blogspot.com
    Have a great night!

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  9. Princess DanellJanuary 13, 2011 at 9:30 PM

    OOOOOHHH! Nice work. I'm looking for paint inspiration for a new piece I just acquired. Your console turned out so pretty.

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  10. Jill @ Craft in a Northern TownJanuary 14, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    Nicely done!

    I'm in North Dakota and have had the same problem with the garage sale season. I keep going to the thrifts hoping something "new" will show up!

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  11. Andrea at Opulent CottageJanuary 14, 2011 at 1:27 PM

    So beautiful - and my mom has the same one! Great minds think alike, I guess.
    Cheers,
    Andrea

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  12. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJanuary 14, 2011 at 2:14 PM

    Great job on that piece. I have been working on a mirror since yesterday. Thanks for joining the party and I hope you will come back and add a link to my blog next time. Thanks

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  13. Ashley TremaineJanuary 14, 2011 at 6:14 PM

    Wow, what a great job!! It is beautiful!!

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  14. Kim @ A Brush of WhimsyJanuary 14, 2011 at 11:48 PM

    Allison,
    This is just gorgeous! I'll bet your mom loves it!
    Kim :)

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  15. Lori @ Projects PlentyJanuary 15, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    Great work! I bet your Mom loves it. I SO understand about the challenges of getting good pics. :)

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  16. ......Michele @ Portlandia VintageJanuary 15, 2011 at 4:16 PM

    I cannot believe that it is the same piece! Fabulous!

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  17. Christa @ Stories of a HouseJanuary 15, 2011 at 6:15 PM

    REally, really great makeover!

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  18. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJanuary 16, 2011 at 10:15 AM

    That is beautiful! I love how it turned out- and bet your mom will love it too! Thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

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  19. AileentJanuary 16, 2011 at 2:55 PM

    That looks amazing, I am so glad that I dropped by your blog.

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  20. Blue Creek HomeJanuary 17, 2011 at 8:10 AM

    Wow, what a great piece to overhaul. I love the shape and now with it's beautiful finish, it is the perfect piece for a foyer.
    Great job.

    What is it about stacks of furniture that bothers husbands so much???? :)
    Rhonda

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  21. KirbyJanuary 17, 2011 at 12:06 PM

    I want this for my house! Love, love it! Thanks for stopping by my blog! Have a fab day!

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  22. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.January 18, 2011 at 4:23 PM

    Great job, Allison! I'm sure your mother is thrilled! And be sure to read my latest post. Sending The Stylish Blogger Award your way!

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  23. Sarah, Three BoysJanuary 18, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    What a great idea! They look great. Thanks for stopping by Threeboys. I LOVE your blog:)

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  24. Allison ShopsJanuary 19, 2011 at 3:38 PM

    Wow - what a difference! It looks great. Love the hardware too. Hope you'll drop over to see the picture wall I helped DD2 create at her home.

    Allison
    Atticmag

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  25. Tara @ FabulouslyCraftyJanuary 25, 2011 at 11:34 PM

    Oooh Pretty!!
    ... Im visiting from the Party
    Im now your brand new follower and I can already tell Im going to love following your blog and watching all these great transformations!!

    ... Would love you to check out mine at http://fabulesslycrafty.blogspot.com/ and invite you to follow along!

    Happy Crafting!
    Tara @ FabuLESSly Crafty

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  26. ChristinaFebruary 13, 2011 at 5:16 AM

    Very nice! I'm sure your mom will love it!

    As for the pictures...it's something I'm really trying to work on myself lately too. I've learned from others that it's best to take a picture with natural light (outside or near a window) with no flash. I've had the best luck with that...it's just that I HATE waiting for daylight to take pictures!!!!

    Thanks so much for linking to "20 Below Thursday"!

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