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August 27, 2010 by Cassie 50 Comments

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Before I show you a picture of this dresser, let me just tell you that when the bus rolled away this morning with my son on board, a little piece of my heart broke off and went with it. I didn’t know it would hit me so hard! I went to the gym and had a very hard cardio workout which made me release endorphins and feel better! And then when he came home and got off the bus, elation!
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Anyhow…I picked up this dresser earlier this week, and it was clear to see this one had been around for a bit.
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It had watermarks along the bottom from an evident flood, and needed some serius cleaning. I used some bleach inside the drawers, and then sprinkled baking soda in each of the drawers and let it sit overnight. Then I dusted out most of the baking soda, and wiped the insides of the drawers down with vinegar and water. Since it was already a little rough around the edges, I went with a more distressed finish. It was missing a pull, so I filled holes in the top and made the top two drawers knob-ready. I sanded it, primed it, and painted it with “Reflecting Pool” by Sherwin Williams. I generally prefer the lightly distressed finish, which I do by hand. In the case of this dresser, I decided to really rough it up. By hand that would have taken forever and I may have passed out due to exhaustion, so I decided to put my orbital sander to use. I sanded it all over the edges, curves, and then gave it a general once over to expose the primer in spots. Then I used Minwax Golden Oak stain and wiped on lightly with a rag, replaced the pulls and added very dark red Anthropologie knobs. And here it is now! All roughed up and ready to go!
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  1. Phil and Bri says

    August 27, 2010 at 2:36 am

    Ok, I really really really need this dresser! 🙂 hehe.

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  2. Cozy.Cottage.Cute. says

    August 27, 2010 at 2:45 am

    Those little keyholes are darling!

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  3. Allison says

    August 27, 2010 at 2:54 am

    What a cute photo of Sawyer! A big day for the both of you. So cute! Love the dresser….great blue and I like it heavily distressed. It suits the piece well. And, of course your spectacular Cassie knobs!

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  4. The Frosted Gardner says

    August 27, 2010 at 3:05 am

    I love this one! funny thing – I popped over to decormama to link up and saw this dresser and thought Cassie! And I was right. It is gorgeous. Absolutely marvelous. Great color, love the extra distressing and the knobs. Perfection!

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  5. Tracy's Trinkets and Treasures says

    August 27, 2010 at 3:16 am

    Thanks for sharing your little boy with us. My son never had to ride the bus. I think little ones look even smaller getting on those big ol buses. I have always wanted a dresser with that shape. You made that one so pretty. There is one on Craigs here for $350. It is in wonderful shape and has a mirror on top. I don’t want one for $350 bad. I finally found a neat $5 dresser on Craigs and can’t get a response! Oh well. I will just drool over yours.

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  6. [email protected] Chic says

    August 27, 2010 at 3:17 am

    LOve, love, love it! Love the color choice!!! Saw you at Shabby Nest…joining your list of followers.

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  7. Jennifer says

    August 27, 2010 at 3:49 am

    I’m in love!!! The color and shape is just beautiful!!!!

    I hope it gets easier for you when your little one goes to school!

    Take care!
    ~Jennifer

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  8. Michele Smith says

    August 27, 2010 at 3:52 am

    Adorable picture, I bet he was so excited to see you when he got off the bus!!
    and …you flippin rock!!! That dresser is beautiful.

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  9. Petie says

    August 27, 2010 at 4:03 am

    Your dresser looks awesome! I have a similar family dresser sitting in our garage. You’ve inspired me to give it some “pop” with a fun color. Maybe for my daughter’s room!?

    Your cardio workout inspired me too….back to the gym so I can get more energy to do these projects 🙂

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  10. Kristine at The Painted Hive says

    August 27, 2010 at 4:04 am

    What the? Where do you keep finding these awesome pieces? It looks amazing in the afters. I love the black knobs. Glad to see your little boy came home safe and sound.
    Kris
    xx

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  11. kelley @ the eclectic owl says

    August 27, 2010 at 4:21 am

    Seriously beautiful dresser Cassie! That color is great and I love the hardware! Hopefully it will get easier each day to see your little one head off to school! 🙂

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  12. Tales From My Empty Nest says

    August 27, 2010 at 4:54 am

    Sawyer looks so grown up getting off that bus. He is precious! I know what you mean about losing a piece of your heart when he left for school. I hate to tell you, but it doesn’t get any easier. A piece of my heart went off to college with my sweet 21 year old daughter who is a senior in college. It looks like Sawyer had a great day at school! And your dresser turned out great! It is beautiful. I need to get inspired and finish the dresser this weekend for my daughter’s room here at home. Love & blessings from NC!

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  13. Jen S. says

    August 27, 2010 at 5:15 am

    LOVE what you did to the dresser…it is gorgeous! You are very creative 🙂
    PS–just found your blog and I love it!

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  14. Kelli @ RTSM says

    August 27, 2010 at 12:20 pm

    What a great makeover! I love the color!

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  15. Cathy @ The Far Fifty says

    August 27, 2010 at 12:26 pm

    Aw, I can’t imagine what it feels like to send your first baby off to school! I hope he had fun and great day!

    Love the dresser, the shape of it is amazing!

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  16. Andi @ Jane of all crafts says

    August 27, 2010 at 12:47 pm

    Well u know i love the dresser…if only I had a place for it! hmmm…might have to do something about that 🙂 Just wanted to stop by and let you know I mentioned you and your furniture in my blog.

    http://www.janeofallcrafts.com/2010/08/things-im-lovin-friday.html

    Thanks again! I’m sure we’ll talk soon!

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  17. [email protected] says

    August 27, 2010 at 1:24 pm

    awww, your little boy is growing up! 🙂 I remember the first day I dropped Jamie off to pre-k, she waved a happy goodbye, I walked away and cried my eyes out. That was 24 years ago and I remember it like it was yesterday.
    that chest of drawers is gorgeous! Love the color and the distressing! great job!
    gail

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  18. [email protected] Road says

    August 27, 2010 at 1:32 pm

    I think it looks great! It is more distressed than the pieces you usually do, but it looks like it’s supposed to be there. Love the color!

    The first day of school! It’s a huge step. 🙂

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  19. Lenore @ Lather. Write. Repeat. says

    August 27, 2010 at 1:33 pm

    Fabulous! I love the vivid turquoise with the distressing. I need to do more distressing…thanks for the inspiration!

    XO
    Lenore

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  20. [email protected] Present Life says

    August 27, 2010 at 1:45 pm

    It looks fantastic! You really brought that piece back to life. The curved drawers are so sweet and the color is gorgeous. I like that you roughed this one up a bit more than usual. Great job!

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  21. Meg says

    August 27, 2010 at 2:13 pm

    Is this the same dresser?? It looks wonderful. I love the color and the heavy distressing. Great job! I’m going to check out your giveaway right now.

    I’m having a link party and (heehee) Target giveaway on my blog. I’d love it if you joined up! Have a wonderful day. alittleknickknack.blogspot.com

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  22. ~linds says

    August 27, 2010 at 2:27 pm

    I LOVE it! So inspiring! That color is gorgeous and I love the distressing.

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  23. Robby says

    August 27, 2010 at 2:56 pm

    Everything about this is just plan awesome! Fantastic work!

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  24. Kari says

    August 27, 2010 at 3:32 pm

    This looks SO good! You did a GREAT job! 🙂

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  25. Kelly at I Dream of Decor says

    August 27, 2010 at 3:43 pm

    such a cute photo of your son! and don’t feel bad, I cried like a baby on my oldest sons first day of school (in the school no less) The dresser is stunning, love the color and the anthro knobs are beautiful!

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  26. Courtney ~ French Country Cottage says

    August 27, 2010 at 3:59 pm

    What a gorgeous dresser!! The color and distressed finish are perfect! Cute blog- new follower here
    I know just what you mean about the first day of school!
    Sigh* I remember when my babies had their first days of school…looks like it was a good day for him and sounds like it worked out for you too! 🙂

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  27. Danie says

    August 27, 2010 at 4:19 pm

    I love this! It looks like a piece from Anthro and not just a do it yourself!

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  28. Life in Rehab says

    August 27, 2010 at 4:34 pm

    NICE, Cassie! I’m loving that color a lot, and the lines of that baby are just stunning.

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  29. Allison Shops says

    August 27, 2010 at 6:09 pm

    I remember all our first days of school like it was yesterday. Enjoy!

    Love the color you selected. Nice job!

    I wanted to let you know about Atticmag’s new linky party – Giveaway Friday! It’s a convenient place for bloggers to link their giveaways each week. We’ve kicked it off with a fantastic giveaway of our own. Five lucky winners will win material to do a backsplash in their home. Hope to see you there!

    Allison
    Atticmag

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  30. [email protected] Made Fun says

    August 27, 2010 at 7:52 pm

    This is really beautiful! I really love the color and the curves of it! I have a buffet I’m getting ready to re-do and this is really inspiring…I’m a little unsure of the roughing up part because I have no other furniture that way, but I know that it would probably pop out in the room if I did! Thanks for sharing this – I’m visiting from Remodelaholic!

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  31. Ellie says

    August 28, 2010 at 2:02 am

    You always do such a nice job. It totally looks cool and pretty instead of old and worn like it was. Love the color!

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  32. Alida L. says

    August 28, 2010 at 2:31 am

    The dresser is stunning! I am impressed!

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  33. Ali @ Honey and Maple Syrup says

    August 28, 2010 at 2:43 am

    The curves are great and I love the keyholes!

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  34. Becky says

    August 28, 2010 at 2:59 am

    I’m a sucker for keyholes! It looks amazing!

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  35. Alison says

    August 28, 2010 at 3:11 am

    Wow!!! This dresser makeover is gorgeous!!! I love the color, the distressing, everything!

    ~Alison

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  36. Camie at "Home is where they love you" says

    August 28, 2010 at 3:13 am

    These are the best kind of curves…very beautiful.

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  37. Nita {ModVintageLife} says

    August 28, 2010 at 5:04 am

    Oh…I love this turquoise dresser. I would love to paint my dresser this color….alas it is birds eye maple and I just can’t bring myself to do that. But I love how your’s turned out.

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  38. Ruth H. says

    August 28, 2010 at 12:16 pm

    I [heart] turquoise! And I love what you did with this dresser. Where are you going to put it?

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  39. Mandi says

    August 28, 2010 at 5:56 pm

    YOu know I had to swing by and tell you how wonderful this turned out!! I love all of the detail and you son is so cute!

    love your guts
    mandi

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  40. Jami says

    August 28, 2010 at 10:59 pm

    What a gorgeous chest of drawers!! You are so talented!
    smiles!

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  41. Screaming Meme says

    August 29, 2010 at 1:31 am

    Hi, Im Meme from Screaming Meme…I stumbled upon your blog and love it! Your dresser is beautiful! I look forward to reading your blog and seeing more wonderful treasures you create! Stop in sometime for a visit! Meme

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  42. AM from White House, Black Shutters says

    August 29, 2010 at 2:14 am

    I love the color, distressing, knobs, curves – oh I love it all! You are VERY talented!

    -Ann Marie

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  43. nancycreative says

    August 29, 2010 at 2:36 am

    You did a beautiful job on that dresser!

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  44. Becolorful says

    August 29, 2010 at 3:23 am

    Great post title and even a greater piece. Love the color. I would be so flattered if you would consider linking it up to my first linky party at BeColorful. I do a lot with painted furniture myself and I think it is the kind of thing my followers would like.
    Pam

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  45. Amy @ Increasingly Domestic says

    August 29, 2010 at 5:55 am

    That is one of the most amazing furniture transformations that I have seen! You did a magnificent job and now I want to go find something ugly and make it pretty:) Thanks for the inspiration.

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  46. Catch A Falling Star says

    August 29, 2010 at 5:07 pm

    Absolutely gorgeous!!
    I am particularly fond of the color.

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  47. { kelly jo } says

    August 31, 2010 at 2:21 pm

    Oh, wow! amazing after!

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  48. Chris says

    September 1, 2010 at 1:05 am

    Love the curves, love the color, what a great transformation.

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  49. Jenn Erickson says

    September 2, 2010 at 12:36 am

    OMG, it’s gorgeous! Love, love, love the color you chose!

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  50. freckled laundry says

    September 10, 2010 at 4:08 am

    Love the color!

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