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Gilded Coral Crush Vanity with Chalkboard

August 11, 2014 by Cassie 88 Comments

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Happy Monday!  I have a colorful and fun makeover today- a gilded coral crush vanity with a surprise inside- a chalkboard!

Gilded Coral Crush Vanity with Chakboard

I found this vanity via craigslist recently.  It definitely had some layers of old paint, and the alligator effect it had in areas led me to presume there might be some lead paint in there.

coral vanity before

As much as it would have been nice to strip it, I do not mess with lead paint.  I simply gave it a light sanding outside, and then went to work with paint.  I wanted to go with a fun color that would work for a tween or young girl, as that’s who I envisioned using this piece.  I applied the first coat of General Finishes Coral Crush (which adhered beautifully, even in areas I didn’t sand).  Once that dried, I gave it one more coat; it went on so beautifully that I only needed two coats. (This was a great lesson to me that when I use Coral Crush, I should prime first for a nice solid base coat).

Once the paint was dry on the exterior, I flipped open the top, and painted the interior with the same color,minus the underneath of the top, which I wanted to paint with chalkboard paint.  I didn’t take a picture of the inside, but it was pretty dingy and needed some freshening up.

As mentioned, I painted the flap that opened with chalkboard paint in black.

I then gave it a light distressing all over to highlight the shape.  This piece would have been lovely without distressing, but because it had layers of imperfect paint, a smooth clean finish wasn’t in the cards, so I rolled with it and distressed.

Next I applied General Finishes Satin Finishing Wax with a rag and allowed it to try (only about 10 minutes).  Using a clean dry rag, I bugged it to a hard smooth finish.

To show off its details and add some glam to the existing hardware, I used King Gold gilding wax from Catfish Studios.  And finally, the icing on the cake… I had some retro true vintage contact paper that had the perfect coral crush color in it and added that to the bottom of the inside.

Just for fun, I have got to show you the backside of the contact paper- it’s just full of ideas!  You can add it to your canisters, hamper, backsplash, or even your refrigerator! 😉  But I do admit I am jealous of the Saarinen table and chairs…

contact paper backing vintage

Anyhow, after all of that, here is the final product….

gilded coral crush vanity

As you can see, I staged it with some finds like the vintage Rya rug, brass unicorn, gold bamboo look frame, and milk glass head vase.  (All but the frame came from the flea this weekend!).   The head vase was a little treat for myself- I’ve been wanting one!

I love that even the sides of this piece have a pretty shape.

coral2

 

The details really shine in the gold, and I am loving the pairing of gold and coral.

gilded coral crush vanity

 

If you look to the left in the image below, you can see some of that alligatoring of the previous layers of paint I was referring to- this is characteristic of lead paint.  I did not test it, but it was enough for me to want to leave it alone.  Now that it is painted and sealed though, it is safe to use.  But I wouldn’t recommend eating this vanity.

 

gold wax on coral vanity

 

And the chalkboard inside is just a fun touch for its new owner.

gilded coral crush vanity with chalkboardAnd finally, here’s a peek at the contact paper in place- wasn’t the color perfect for this piece?  It also keeps it feeling a little more retro and youthful.

inside of coral vanity- vintage contact paper

I was so on love with this one that I really wanted to replace Emmy’s vanity with it…. however, this one was just a little bit wider, and her space in her closet is narrow.  So instead, I am hauling this piece over to Sweet Clover today for this weekend’s sale!  I hope it finds a new home. 🙂

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  1. kirby carespodi says

    August 11, 2014 at 7:06 am

    You are right not to mess with that lead paint, even though I imagine your brain is fully developed. DL is having to BURN the paint off our house (and it looks really cool when he’s done, but I guess we can’t leave it naked), and he has to wear all the gear–safety goggles, respirator, etc. The little vanity is so cute–and I love the gold. (I am using rub ‘n’ buff gold on all the frames in my guest room.)

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  2. [email protected] Chronicles of Home says

    August 11, 2014 at 7:40 am

    The coral and gold are so pretty together and I love the little surprise chalkboard. Some little girl is going to be very excited to have this in her room 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 7:42 am

      thank you, jennifer! i hope so! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Megan @ Our Pinteresting Family says

    August 11, 2014 at 7:52 am

    This is gorgeous! I adore the color you used. It was so great to see you on Friday. Wynn is enjoying her new toys.

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:31 pm

      yay! glad to hear it! and thank you!

      Reply
  4. Krystine @ www.KrystineEdwards.com says

    August 11, 2014 at 8:04 am

    Love this Cassie! The color is great!

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:31 pm

      thank you so much, krystine!

      Reply
  5. Gretchen says

    August 11, 2014 at 8:15 am

    so many fun details! it turned out great! I recently acquired brass unicorns, too….I didn’t even realize I needed them until I had them 😉

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:30 pm

      thank you so much, gretchen! your life will never be the same now.

      Reply
  6. Feral Turtle says

    August 11, 2014 at 8:55 am

    You find the most gorgeous furniture! I am in love with the coral. It makes that piece really pop!

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:29 pm

      thank you so much! 🙂

      Reply
  7. designPOST interiors says

    August 11, 2014 at 9:14 am

    This might be one of my favorite projects of yours ever!! Did you end up contact papering your fridge?? 🙂

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:29 pm

      duh, of course i did. doing my bathroom walls now. and thank you! 🙂

      Reply
  8. Miss Charming says

    August 11, 2014 at 9:27 am

    This may be my brand new favorite color! I love this makeover so much. Everything about it is just darling. It will definitely make some lucky little girl very happy!

    One question: Is the General Finishes a chalk paint?

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:29 pm

      the gf is an acrylic water based paint- it requires just a little prep with light sanding typically, but it goes on smoother than any chalk or chalky paint out there.

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  9. Breanna says

    August 11, 2014 at 9:28 am

    This is such a beautiful piece! I love all the extra little touches you added 🙂 Pinning!

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:26 pm

      thank you so much, breanna!

      Reply
  10. Kris {Driven by Décor} says

    August 11, 2014 at 9:34 am

    I’m sure that that darling vanity will be an early seller – I’m crushing on that coral color and love the chalkboard inside!!

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:26 pm

      thank you so much, kris! i hope so!

      Reply
  11. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    August 11, 2014 at 9:35 am

    Fantastic color, Cassie! Bet it doesn’t last long… 🙂
    xo Heidi

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:26 pm

      thank you, heidi! i hope not!

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  12. Debbie says

    August 11, 2014 at 9:37 am

    I love this! The gold is the perfect touch 🙂 and she called me gorgeous! Thanks for sharing at #inspirationmonday
    xo
    Debbie

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:26 pm

      thank YOU for hosting!

      Reply
  13. [email protected] says

    August 11, 2014 at 10:00 am

    Ooooh coral!! Never ever gets old I tell ya. Its so pretty Cassie. And I love the contact paper. Who woulda thunk to use it on the fridge?! Hmm maybe in a vintage camper ? That sounds like a fun idea.

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:26 pm

      i am wrapping my fridge now…. 😉

      Reply
  14. Patty Day says

    August 11, 2014 at 10:10 am

    So, So Pretty and Feminine —Love It!

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:25 pm

      thank you, patty!

      Reply
  15. [email protected] says

    August 11, 2014 at 10:32 am

    This is fun. It’s all like “I’m a pretty coral dresser” and then BAM….chalkboard art. Good work, friend. Good work.

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:25 pm

      that’s exactly what it was saying, but it was hiding a secret.

      Reply
  16. Elizabeth @ The Little Black Door says

    August 11, 2014 at 10:54 am

    I love it’s curvy lines. The color combo is perfect!

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 2:51 pm

      thank you, elizabeth- i knew you’d love the bold color!

      Reply
  17. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    August 11, 2014 at 2:06 pm

    I love coral and gold together! This piece is charming and the chalkboard and contact paper make it extra special!

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 2:51 pm

      i know you do! 🙂 thank you!

      Reply
  18. Pam @ Simple Details says

    August 11, 2014 at 3:17 pm

    Love, love, love this charming little piece! The coral and gold are perfect together and the chalkboard, so cute!!

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    • Cassie says

      August 11, 2014 at 3:32 pm

      thank you so much, pam!

      Reply
  19. sarah dorsey says

    August 11, 2014 at 3:51 pm

    super pretty!! I’ll be around this weekend, I hope I can stop by! What day are you working?

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    • Cassie says

      August 12, 2014 at 7:21 am

      i am actually off this weekend. well not really off- chris is working, so i will be mom all weekend…. sarah will be at the barn! (i did all of july, so she is doing all august, minus fridays when we have a manager).

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  20. Katja | Shift Ctrl Art says

    August 11, 2014 at 4:09 pm

    This is so pretty Cassie. I love those gilded edges so much with that coral. And the flip up chalk board is awesome. What a stunning piece you have created!

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    • Cassie says

      August 12, 2014 at 7:20 am

      thank you so much, katja! this was such a fun piece!

      Reply
  21. Kristin @ Bliss at Home says

    August 11, 2014 at 4:54 pm

    Oh that is pretty! Love the contact paper…but I am totally distracted by the mystical magical gold unicorn! I have got to find me one of those unicorns!!! xoxo

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    • Cassie says

      August 12, 2014 at 7:20 am

      thank you so much! yes, you really do…

      Reply
  22. Fiona, Lilyfield Life says

    August 11, 2014 at 6:09 pm

    oh Cassie it’s just gorgeous. what a divine shape and the colour and painting is perfect. well done
    xx

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    • Cassie says

      August 12, 2014 at 7:20 am

      thank you so much, fiona!

      Reply
  23. [email protected] says

    August 11, 2014 at 7:15 pm

    Gorgeous! I absolutely LOVE this!

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    • Cassie says

      August 12, 2014 at 7:19 am

      thank you, ashley!

      Reply
  24. angela says

    August 11, 2014 at 8:24 pm

    Loving that coral! I still have yet to use it. Must find something ASAP. PS the gold accents are amazing!

    Angela @ Number Fifty-Three

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    • Cassie says

      August 12, 2014 at 7:19 am

      you need to use it now- it will instantly make you happy!

      Reply
  25. [email protected] Designs says

    August 11, 2014 at 9:34 pm

    Gorgeous is an understatement!!!….love the color and the idea of the chalkboard paint under the lid of the vanity is a great idea….Great, great job Cassie…

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    • Cassie says

      August 12, 2014 at 7:18 am

      thank you so much, shirley! i really appreciate it! 🙂

      Reply
  26. gail says

    August 11, 2014 at 9:58 pm

    love the color and the unexpected chalkboard inside!

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    • Cassie says

      August 12, 2014 at 7:18 am

      thank you so much, gail!

      Reply
  27. [email protected] says

    August 11, 2014 at 10:02 pm

    I love that color combination, Cassie, and that vintage contact paper is amazing!

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    • Cassie says

      August 12, 2014 at 7:18 am

      thank you, mary!

      Reply
  28. Mallory says

    August 11, 2014 at 11:14 pm

    Love love love this! I am dying to paint something coral!

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    • Cassie says

      August 12, 2014 at 7:18 am

      it is a fun color to work with, for sure! and i love this paint in particular for furniture!

      Reply
  29. Bethany @ Dwellings By DeVore says

    August 12, 2014 at 7:19 am

    So so pretty Cassie! Loving the gold with the coral and the chalkboard is such a fun surprise!

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    • Cassie says

      August 12, 2014 at 7:22 am

      thank you so much, bethany! i should have know you’d love this one! 🙂 it’s your color!

      Reply
  30. Shelley | Crazy Wonderful says

    August 12, 2014 at 9:35 am

    I was just thinking how perfect it would be in Emmy’s room! Too bad it didn’t work, but good news for those shopping at the barn! I hadn’t known the alligator effect was typical of lead paint. I’ll have to keep an eye out next time. And, that head vase is so stinking cool!

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    • Cassie says

      August 13, 2014 at 8:47 am

      i know! i was bummed but hey maybe it will go to a good home!

      Reply
  31. Kelly @ View Along the Way says

    August 13, 2014 at 8:41 am

    LOVING the gold + coral effect, and those sexy, sexy curves!

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    • Cassie says

      August 13, 2014 at 8:48 am

      well thanks- i like my sexy curves, too.

      Reply
  32. Amber @ Wills Casa says

    August 14, 2014 at 11:49 am

    Is there a more perfect color of pink ever? Nope. Especially not one that pairs with gold so well. Also can we just talk about that rug. Swoon!!

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    • Cassie says

      August 14, 2014 at 9:09 pm

      isn’t that rug so awesome?!?!? i sort of want to keep it, but really have mo place for it.

      Reply
  33. Gwen says

    August 15, 2014 at 4:57 pm

    Oh, my gosh! I love that vanity… but that RUG!!!

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    • Cassie says

      August 17, 2014 at 7:11 am

      isn’t that rug a cool find?!?!?

      Reply
  34. Danielle says

    August 15, 2014 at 9:42 pm

    So lovely! LOVE the gold and coral together! x

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    • Cassie says

      August 17, 2014 at 7:10 am

      thank you SO much!

      Reply
  35. Jen @ Girl in the Garage says

    August 15, 2014 at 11:50 pm

    So pretty! I love the coral and gold together – and that contact paper is perfect!

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    • Cassie says

      August 17, 2014 at 7:08 am

      thank you so much, jen! happy weekend!

      Reply
  36. Anna [Directions Not Included] says

    August 18, 2014 at 7:40 pm

    Great piece, Cassie. I’m completely crushing on the coral color. I’m in the mood to add coral as the accent in my family room but am having such a hard time finding the right shade in fabrics. Maybe I can just drag the vanity around with me 😉

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    • Cassie says

      August 19, 2014 at 5:23 pm

      yes, you should come get it! it was sold this weekend, but i am sure we could find the buyer.

      Reply
  37. Michelle James says

    August 18, 2014 at 7:57 pm

    Just beautiful! I wish I was brave enough to go with a bold color-everything I paint is white! You have inspired me to go with color! Love it!

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    • Cassie says

      August 19, 2014 at 5:22 pm

      thank you!!! you should go for it! 🙂

      Reply
  38. [email protected] says

    August 19, 2014 at 3:31 pm

    This color is an all-time favorite. Wow. Such a pop of fun.

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    • Cassie says

      August 19, 2014 at 5:10 pm

      you are a pop of fun.

      Reply
  39. Krista @ the happy housie says

    August 19, 2014 at 10:55 pm

    Okay, I am absolutely in love with this piece. Coral and gold and such beautiful lines. I wish that my mere typing could express the excitement I felt when I saw it Cassie. It. is. stunning. Featuring it tomorrow – thanks for sharing it!!

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    • Cassie says

      August 20, 2014 at 11:46 am

      thank you SO much, krista! you are the sweetest! i am still so sad we didn’t get to spend more time together at haven- next time we are making time.

      Reply
  40. Kenz @ Interiors By Kenz says

    August 28, 2014 at 10:57 am

    LOVVVVE those colors! So so pretty!

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    • Cassie says

      August 28, 2014 at 3:17 pm

      thank you, kenz!

      Reply
  41. Martha says

    September 9, 2014 at 6:02 am

    Hi Cassie: What a beautiful color combination on the perfect piece. It’s beautiful.

    Reply
    • Cassie says

      September 9, 2014 at 2:38 pm

      thank you so much, martha!

      Reply

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