July 15, 2010

painting furniture, updating an ikea dresser



I decided to give a dresser a little update, by treating it just like I did my desk. Don't worry, they are on different floors! I love the update, I had all the supplies at home, and the girls thought it was interesting watching me paint dresser drawers in the kitchen!





I have to say I'm pretty smitten with it!
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50 comments:

  1. ~Grace Happens~July 15, 2010 at 12:05 AM

    oh heavens! it's gorgeous. what a huge difference a little paint can make. love it!

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  2. JOE. DJuly 15, 2010 at 12:09 AM

    OMG. That is SUCH an amazing transformation. Love it (-:

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  3. Karla {Kerrisdale Design Inc}July 15, 2010 at 12:09 AM

    Gotta love a simple, easy update...especially such a gorgeous one as this! A touch a of crisp white is always good for freshing things up, isn't it?

    Karla
    PS thanks for stopping by my blog today!

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  4. KarynJuly 15, 2010 at 12:15 AM

    Nice! I love the two tone. It looks very sophisticated.

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  5. Deepali Kalia Interior Design Blog Filling SpacesJuly 15, 2010 at 1:14 AM

    Great job'so what kind paint you used,always wonder what will hold to ikea furniture?

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  6. UnknownJuly 15, 2010 at 1:33 AM

    Your drawers look great Sarah, it is a very effective way to update your furniture. xx

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  7. Simone - honeyandfizzJuly 15, 2010 at 1:36 AM

    they look great! very clever :)

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  8. jules @ The Diversion ProjectJuly 15, 2010 at 3:12 AM

    that is v.cool, what a great update! jx

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  9. Anna WhiteJuly 15, 2010 at 3:42 AM

    And so you should be..its absolutely gorgeous..love it! Gold star to you lovely..an awesome job! x

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  10. Tied with a BouwJuly 15, 2010 at 4:16 AM

    Oh wow... I think it looks a tonne better and is much more suited to the room as a whole. A job well done my dear :) x

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  11. FranJuly 15, 2010 at 5:29 AM

    Looks great!!! Love it! And, I love that mirror above your bed. I've been seeing that mirror everywhere lately and I love the modern look of it!

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  12. anitaJuly 15, 2010 at 5:43 AM

    WOW!!! Sarah, it is so gorgeous! fantastic update.
    xo

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  13. Hazel from Hazel Loves DesignJuly 15, 2010 at 5:46 AM

    I can see why you are smitten with it, it looks fantastic and the gorgeous accessories on top are so cool all together like that, I love that lamp! GORGEOUS!! Way to go! :) Hazel

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  14. Staley McJuly 15, 2010 at 6:55 AM

    It looks great! I am loving it!

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  15. Lynda @ Happenstance HomeJuly 15, 2010 at 6:55 AM

    It looks fresh and beautiful! Love the transformation!

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  16. Naomi@DesignManifestJuly 15, 2010 at 7:05 AM

    looks fab! I adore white/stained furniture. I want to do this to my nightstands too... its just a little far back in the queue right now :(

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  17. LilacandgreyJuly 15, 2010 at 7:22 AM

    what a great idea! It looks awesome!
    <3

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  18. UrbanstemsJuly 15, 2010 at 7:26 AM

    It is fab. Nice work!

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  19. JMWJuly 15, 2010 at 7:26 AM

    That looks wonderful! Great job!

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  20. Lenore @ Lather. Write. Repeat.July 15, 2010 at 7:33 AM

    Oh it turned out so chic and elegant - love it! And yes it IS so nice to meet fellow Canadian bloggers!

    XO
    Lenore

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  21. MichelleJuly 15, 2010 at 8:20 AM

    well..you definintely rocked it! love!

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  22. rustic rooster interiorsJuly 15, 2010 at 8:23 AM

    Nice... You sound like me when I do a project. It's either in the living room or on the kitchen floor as well. HA HA HA Love the dresser!

    xoxo,
    Alexandra

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  23. Julie HollowayJuly 15, 2010 at 8:25 AM

    It is like a totally different piece. Love it....and love the white ensemble on top!

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  24. Angie@Echoes of LaughterJuly 15, 2010 at 8:27 AM

    I love it!

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  25. JulieJuly 15, 2010 at 8:35 AM

    It's beautiful! I just love your style!

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  26. jenJuly 15, 2010 at 9:03 AM

    oh Sarah, your dresser looks great. You have inspired me...we have the taller version of that dresser in Deacon's room...maybe another project on my list?!

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  27. JannaJuly 15, 2010 at 9:06 AM

    Love it Sarah!!!....I don't know how you find the time to get these things done...your amazing girl!!!

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  28. Heather JJuly 15, 2010 at 9:32 AM

    I'd be smitten too! It looks great.

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  29. Laura CollinsJuly 15, 2010 at 9:34 AM

    That looks amazing- I love it!! xoxo

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  30. Sarah La RoseJuly 15, 2010 at 10:31 AM

    Love this idea! Great job!

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  31. MichelleJuly 15, 2010 at 10:44 AM

    Wow! It looks amazing! Nice work!

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  32. paulaJuly 15, 2010 at 10:54 AM

    what a transformation. changes the whole feel.

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  33. LindsBJuly 15, 2010 at 12:18 PM

    love it, I think its the perfect upgrade for your bedroom!

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  34. Hello Lover...July 15, 2010 at 2:04 PM

    Great makeover! Love the contrast between the dark stain and the bright white!

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  35. lisaroyJuly 15, 2010 at 2:17 PM

    what a nice job - it looks so great! So fresh and it really highlights your lovely white collection on top! : )

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  36. Kevin Swanson @ GDI AlbertaJuly 15, 2010 at 2:33 PM

    Your husband must be real understanding... You seem to change/move things all the time in your house ;)
    Love it too honey. You are super-talented!!!

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  37. Diana MieczanJuly 15, 2010 at 2:42 PM

    That looks wonderful...I really love the change:) Well done:)Your blog is stunning.I cant wait to read more of your posts:)
    Kisses and have a lovely afternoon:)
    Muah

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  38. AppleTreeJuly 15, 2010 at 3:30 PM

    So amazing! Thanks for stopping by Appletree today!

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  39. Lissa PierceJuly 15, 2010 at 5:23 PM

    This looks great and completely different. I wouldn't have been surprised if you had said you bought that in an upscale furniture store. Nice job!

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  40. Anna @ IHODJuly 15, 2010 at 7:55 PM

    WOW. Fantastic job! I absolutely love fixing up furniture. This one is awesome:)

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  41. Pink WallpaperJuly 15, 2010 at 8:46 PM

    looks fab!!!

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  42. KerryJuly 15, 2010 at 11:42 PM

    that looks soooo good!

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  43. AbbyJuly 16, 2010 at 4:49 AM

    I love them, Sarah, they look fabulous!

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  44. kimJuly 16, 2010 at 4:56 AM

    What a huge difference! Wow - great idea Sarah!

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  45. deliciously organizedJuly 16, 2010 at 10:21 AM

    LOVE IT!!!!!!!!

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  46. KerryJuly 16, 2010 at 3:06 PM

    Love it! It looks so fantastic with the white drawers! So beautiful!

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  47. bron @ baby spaceJuly 16, 2010 at 4:30 PM

    What a beautiful makeover -love the dresser's new look!

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  48. Sketch42July 17, 2010 at 3:34 AM

    You killed it! Awesome job.

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  49. YahnayJuly 21, 2010 at 12:00 AM

    This looks so good.It really brightens up the room.

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  50. :: Lavender's Green ::July 21, 2010 at 2:53 AM

    Stunning! I love the new look.

    x Jasmine

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