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Champagne and Gold Girl’s Dresser

April 29, 2013 by Cassie 43 Comments

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Happy Monday!  Hope you all had an awesome weekend!  I had a great one, though I am ending it sneezing and coughing…. not sure if it is allergies or a cold.  I did some weeding Saturday afternoon, so who knows if I just made contact with something that doesn’t agree with me.  So last night I went to bed early in hopes of waking up refreshed… I’ll let you know how that goes!

Yesterday morning was the March of Dimes walk.  I think Emmy and I set a new record for slowest pace ever, finishing the 3 mile walk in about a hour and a half!  We don’t do it for speed though- we do it to support out neighbor and also friends whose babies are born prematurely.  Here is Emmy with her friend who was born 5 weeks early and is now a thriving 7 year old.  Pardon the pair of legs photobombing…

And here is a peek at why it took us so long… Emmy just strolling along at a slow leisurely pace, looking for ducklings, and carrying her balloon.

And I only had to carry her for about a quarter of a mile, so she did great!  Thank you for all the support!

Friday night I hosted wine & design at my house.  We did chalkboard paint projects, and I didn’t even take any pictures… BUT my good friend, Maureen, came and it worked out perfectly because I had just finished the dresser she had asked for my help on for her girls, who are the same ages as my children, and are friends of my children (which is how we met!).  A couple weeks ago, Maureen brought me this dresser….

She waned a soft and feminine look for her girls, sort of French glam, and sent me some pictures of some champagne/blush dressers she admired.  I sent her the link to a table I painted last year and suggested the same finish.  She agreed it would be perfect.  She ordered the Cece Caldwell’s Pinkerington Violet we would need, and I already had the Briwax in Golden Oak from Rockler that I would need for the last step.

I gave the dresser two coats of paint, and then used a damp rag to distress the edges and give it a naturally worn look.  I used another rag to apply Briwax Golden Oak, which gave it the warm glow and champagne look.  Prior to that it was more of a lilac pink.  To give you an idea of the color pre-wax, here it is with just one coat of paint….

After waxing, I buffed with another clean rag to achieve a silky and smooth finish.

I asked Maureen about adding hints of gold with rub n buff… She told me she totally trusted me and I could do what I thought best.  I added gold to the backsplash, the drawer detail, and the carved details on the apron.  Here it is now….

Maureen supplied me with the gorgeous crystal knobs on the bottom drawers, and I suggested these bird knobs for the doors, which she loved as well.

Now, Maureen wanted the inside to be special for her girls.  She had ordered a couple of vinyls and told me I could choose where to place them and what to even use.  So here is the sweet surprise on the inside….

Maureen’s girls are pretty darn luck to have a mother who wants to inspire them like that, aren’t they?  And I am lucky to have her as my amazing and sweet friend!

Hope you have a wonderful Monday and more importantly, hope you always remember Maureen’s message…. be your own kind of beautiful!
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  1. Courtney says

    April 29, 2013 at 10:44 am

    What a gorgeous piece!! I’m so glad your friend let you put the gold on, it just adds an extra element that makes it perfection!!

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  2. Julia Konya says

    April 29, 2013 at 10:57 am

    Emmy looks so cute walking with her balloon.
    I love the dresser with the decals. It’s so pretty and I have to remember that violet color with the golden oak wax!

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  3. Lisa says

    April 29, 2013 at 10:57 am

    The whole dresser is special, but I love the sweet surprise on the drawers inside. Actually made me tear up a little to think of precious little girls receiving this wonderful reminder every time they open the doors! Beautiful work, Cassie.
    Lisa

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  4. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    April 29, 2013 at 11:19 am

    Sounds like your March of Dimes stroll with your little girl was a wonderful way to do it! Love the dresser, and that quote, I have that in Hannah’s room also.

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  5. Jenny says

    April 29, 2013 at 11:20 am

    Love the words when you open the dresser! Just what girls need to see on a daily basis!

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  6. Restyled Vintage says

    April 29, 2013 at 11:21 am

    Gorgeous! The gold detailing makes it, and the wording inside is perfect, love it 🙂

    x Karen

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  7. Fiona, LilyfieldLife says

    April 29, 2013 at 11:30 am

    oh Cassie you have outdone yourself on this one. I just love it. and that quote is awesome.

    I love the photo of Emmy just strolling along/ she is gorgeous.
    cheers Fiona

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  8. Our Pinteresting Family says

    April 29, 2013 at 11:36 am

    What a sweet piece! I love the special words.

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  9. Our Pinteresting Family says

    April 29, 2013 at 11:36 am

    What a sweet piece! I love the special words.

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  10. The Far Fifty says

    April 29, 2013 at 11:38 am

    Oh, this is so pretty! And I love the quote, so nice! Good job on the walk, Em!

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  11. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    April 29, 2013 at 12:10 pm

    What a beautiful piece! Love the color, the touches of glam and those knobs are just too sweet! And a message we should all keep in mind!

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  12. [email protected] says

    April 29, 2013 at 12:23 pm

    This has replaced your black pieces as my favorite. Wow, wow wow!!! May have to replicate this. Gorgeous!

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  13. [email protected] says

    April 29, 2013 at 12:40 pm

    Love the bird knobs 🙂 xo Kristin

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  14. Jaime Costiglio says

    April 29, 2013 at 12:41 pm

    Cassie another nice makeover, love that vinyl surprise! It’s so fun doing projects for friends who truly appreciate all the hard work.

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  15. Between Blue and Yellow says

    April 29, 2013 at 12:51 pm

    I have a piece almost exactly like that waiting for me to paint. Love them! Yours is too cute!

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  16. Dana Frieling says

    April 29, 2013 at 12:53 pm

    Love the little surprise message inside! Great work, Cassie.

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  17. pam {simple details} says

    April 29, 2013 at 1:06 pm

    Aww, what a sweet picture of your carefree Emmy strolling along the path!

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  18. Melissa Skidmore says

    April 29, 2013 at 1:14 pm

    What a super cute dresser! Love the message inside! Life to the full! Melissa @ DaisyMaeBelle

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  19. Kelly @ A Swell Place to Dwell says

    April 29, 2013 at 1:36 pm

    I cannot get enough of gold on furniture! I have a piece sitting in the garage waiting for me to tackle it and I am stuck because all I want to do is gold – again! The dresser turned out great – the vinyl on the inside is a fantastic idea!.

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  20. Michelle Scheibe says

    April 29, 2013 at 1:37 pm

    Your kid kills me. I appreciate her ability to stop and enjoy life…even during a walk. One of my good friends had her baby at 25 weeks and they are big fans of the March of Dimes as well!

    And the dresser is lovely. As always!

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  21. Lisa - A Room with A View says

    April 29, 2013 at 1:52 pm

    Cassie, I am always beyond impressed with your work. Beautiful details down to the vinyls.

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  22. Shari @ turnstylevogue.com says

    April 29, 2013 at 1:54 pm

    It is a beautiful – almost as beautiful as the little girl strolling along with her balloon!

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  23. [email protected] says

    April 29, 2013 at 1:57 pm

    It turned out great! Love the “surprise” inside.

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  24. 17 Perth says

    April 29, 2013 at 2:37 pm

    Stop it with the little saying inside the cabinet! LOL. I love it! So sweet! Perfect for a little girls room. And I love that photo of sweet emmy walking with her balloon!

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  25. Bliss says

    April 29, 2013 at 3:11 pm

    That is a winner, pinning.

    Bliss

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  26. Patty Day @Pattys Epiphanies says

    April 29, 2013 at 3:12 pm

    A charming, beautiful, lovely piece that the girls will enjoy growing up with. Simply…. Priceless!

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  27. Gwen says

    April 29, 2013 at 3:45 pm

    Emmy is a real trooper! My boys would whine the entire time, I think.

    Gorgeous dresser, Cassie!

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  28. Dear Emmeline says

    April 29, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    so pretty! turned out awesome!

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  29. [email protected] says

    April 29, 2013 at 5:03 pm

    Adorable redo. I love the surprise inside.

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  30. cindy the cottage chick says

    April 29, 2013 at 5:05 pm

    FAb fab fab 🙂 What a great piece!

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  31. Rita says

    April 29, 2013 at 5:21 pm

    LOVE, LOVE, LOVE this!!! And the message inside is wonderful for a little girl! This looks like it took forever but it came out terrific! 🙂

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  32. Kelly says

    April 29, 2013 at 5:42 pm

    Wow, don’t think I would’ve given that piece a second look, but after you fixed it up, it’s a stunner! The words on the inside? Pure brilliance.

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  33. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    April 29, 2013 at 6:05 pm

    The rub n buff is the perfect finishing touch, Cassie! And I love the quote on the inside… lovely in every way.
    xo Heidi

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  34. Erin @ His and Hers says

    April 29, 2013 at 8:21 pm

    The finish is beautiful, and so is the sentiment inside! What a good thought for young girls to see!

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  35. Good Time Charlie says

    April 29, 2013 at 9:25 pm

    The walk sounds really lovely. What a cute dresser!! I love the Gold Rub n Buff on the details, great idea! I picked up something similar today, but a little more modern, great ideas!

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  36. Aubrey {All Things Bright and Beautiful} says

    April 30, 2013 at 12:45 am

    I’m just so touched by that sweet mom! Every girl needs a nudge in the right direction every once in a while (c: So sweet!

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  37. Rubylicious Bespoke says

    April 30, 2013 at 2:37 am

    Just gorgeous Cassie and the drawer fronts are perfect. Love it x

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  38. Carmel - Our Fifth House says

    April 30, 2013 at 3:38 am

    I love this so much! The color is beautiful and the inside is so special!!

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  39. Catherine says

    April 30, 2013 at 6:37 am

    Really lovely Cassie! And the gold is perfect!

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  40. Bev Carter says

    April 30, 2013 at 11:06 pm

    I love how this piece turned out. I think you were wise in adding the gold to certain places.
    Have a wonderful week,
    Bev
    @ Eclectic Red Barn

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  41. Reduce, Reuse, Renewed says

    May 1, 2013 at 1:59 pm

    I LOVE the saying on the dresser. What a great place to put it, and such a truth, too, to celebrate who you are! I want this for my daughter. The bird knobs are cute, too! Wonderful all around!!!!!

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  42. Jaime Lyn says

    May 3, 2013 at 12:13 am

    Adore, adore, adore!! Seriously Cassie!

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  43. Maryann @ Domestically-Speaking says

    May 7, 2013 at 8:25 pm

    LOVE it Cassie… especially the peak-a-boo message inside… so perfect for a girl. Featuring your project in the PoPP Spotlight this week. Thanks for linking up.

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