I used a heat gun and paint scraper to lift off the veneer and then sanded it down as it was course plywood underneath. I then painted it with BM Elephant Tusk, taped off some stripes, used a little black, then glazed with Provencial stain. And here is the finished product:
I so need a tripod.
I love the faux hinges!
Thanks for stopping by today!
~Allison
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That turned out great! I'm loving those stripes.
ReplyDeleteI love the stripes too! You are a stripe genius. You always do such a great job of making the stripes look just right!
ReplyDeleteLove it! Great job!
ReplyDeleteyou are totally rocking the stripes lately! i LOVE it!
ReplyDeleteLove the stripes Allison! And that is just a really great color, I love the name of it too!
ReplyDeleteThat really turned out awesome. I am loving those stripes. Thanks for sharing at DIYbyDesign.
ReplyDeleteThe stripes were a great idea! They really make it something special. Well done!
ReplyDeleteLove this transformation! And faux hinges??? That is genius! The stripes really compliment the overall color and I like the way you've accessorized it too.
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Xoxo,
Sarah
www.adventuresofourfamily.com
Oh my gosh it doesn't even look like the same piece. Loving the stripes. I would love for you to come share this at my first linky party today!
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The stipes add extra character. Really well done.
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ReplyDeleteLooks fantastic.
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Mandy
Very cute! I love your mix of stripes and stain!
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It looks fantastic! That is my favorite color combo! Great inspiration, thank you!
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your cabinet came out gourgeous. I am now a follower with linky will you please do the same. hugs
ReplyDeleteWell done....love the stripes on the top!
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xo...mONICa
It turned out lovely. I'm really liking the stripes.
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ReplyDeleteWow! What a change! You did a gorgeous job! I love it! :)
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