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Graphite Desk with a Pink Chair

October 26, 2012 by Cassie 40 Comments

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A couple weeks ago, I picked up a dresser which I painted with Miss Mustard Seed’s milk paint.  When I arrived to purchase it, the seller had out a desk he wanted to show me, and he also had out the table that became our playroom table.  Major score that day!  The desk was actually the most expensive item of the 3, but it was solid wood and had beautiful curves….

 Purists, avert your eyes.  Because I painted it.
I gave it two coats of Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in graphite.  I can’t explain why I had not yet used this color because I pretty much love it.  Once it was painted, I distressed it lightly, waxed it with a clear wax, and to complete the look, I added some funky antiqued brass beetle knobs I purchased at Anthro on clearance.

Now, let’s check out the chair I paired it with for this post.  A loooooong time ago, I painted a set of 4 chairs aqua with DIY chalk paint in a guest post I did for Kathleen.

There were 5 of those chairs, but one was in need of a little more love and glue, so it didn’t get to stay with the set.  It sad in my garage, unloved, neglected, and lonely.  One day it looked at me and I heard a whisper… “Please.  Please let today be the day you save me.”  And so I finally gave the little chair love and glue.  I had to clamp, glue, screw, fill, etc!  I wanted to give it a fresh and fun look, so I pulled out the Henrietta ASCP and gave it a couple coats, and distressed it and again finished with a clear wax.  Here is the chair now…

After I took the first pictures of the desk alone, I thought how funky it would be with this chair, so I pulled it out and took some more pictures.  Doesn’t the chair look so happy?

Happy Friday, all!  My parents are coming to town tonight and Chris and I are going out for a date night!  YAY!
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  1. Rhonda says

    October 26, 2012 at 10:51 am

    You know I love me some painted furniture… And this is perfection. I might have to try out graphite as well!

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  2. Sarah AKA The Thriftress says

    October 26, 2012 at 11:02 am

    Love those pulls on the desk!

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  3. Megan says

    October 26, 2012 at 11:23 am

    Those knobs are too fun! Yay for a date night, hope you have something extra fun planned!!

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  4. [email protected] says

    October 26, 2012 at 11:43 am

    Love the pretty shape of that desk, and the knobs are so fun!

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  5. MONICA LIVAS says

    October 26, 2012 at 11:44 am

    GORGEOUS!LOVE the colors!

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  6. Laura from Top This Top That says

    October 26, 2012 at 11:50 am

    I just love the look of graphite. It’s so pretty. The chair is a good complement with it. Have fun on date night, wish I could have one of those one day!

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  7. pam {simple details} says

    October 26, 2012 at 12:05 pm

    Those little beetles are killing me, so cute! Happy weekend and date night!!

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  8. Upscale Downhome says

    October 26, 2012 at 12:22 pm

    I love the little brass keyhole on the desk and the beetle knobs look so fun and funky with the whole thing!

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  9. Carmel @ Our Fifth House says

    October 26, 2012 at 12:44 pm

    LOVE it! The knobs are the icing on the cake! Have a fun date night!

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  10. Dana Frieling says

    October 26, 2012 at 12:44 pm

    I can see this desk with a little vase of soft pink flowers. The juxtaposition of the beetles with the flowers…hee hee, too fun! Great combo, Cassie.

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  11. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    October 26, 2012 at 12:56 pm

    The desk looks so sophisticated and then the knobs give it a fun twist! Adding the pop of color with the chair makes it even more fun and unexpected!

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  12. DecorandtheDog says

    October 26, 2012 at 12:57 pm

    Ahhh, I NEED some beetle knobs in my life! Love that graphite color as well.

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  13. Maury @ Life on Mars says

    October 26, 2012 at 12:57 pm

    Looks great! those knobs are awesome.

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  14. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    October 26, 2012 at 12:58 pm

    And enjoy your date night! Sounds like we might be in for some crazy weather over the next few days – be safe out there! Time to snuggle up and be cozy!

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  15. Jennifer {The Chronicles of Home} says

    October 26, 2012 at 1:04 pm

    What a great pairing! Those beetle knobs are too fun. Have a great time tonight, date nights are precious, aren’t they?!

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  16. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    October 26, 2012 at 1:11 pm

    I LOVE that graphite color, Cassie! That was totally the way to go. So glad that the chair was saved too 🙂
    Have a wonderful date night tonight!!

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  17. Jaime Costiglio says

    October 26, 2012 at 1:21 pm

    Cassie those beetle knobs are totally perfect and that graphite suits you just swell. Enjoy your date night!

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  18. vintageshabbychicks says

    October 26, 2012 at 1:33 pm

    Hey Cass..love the color combo! Black and pink together have always been two of my faves:) Have a fun date night!

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  19. Shari @ turnstylevogue.com says

    October 26, 2012 at 2:08 pm

    Perfect combination – and those knobs are to die for.

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  20. A Vintage Vine says

    October 26, 2012 at 2:23 pm

    Cassie I love those beetle pulls!…That was a great call, especially with the graphite CP, enjoy your night out!

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  21. Dear Emmeline says

    October 26, 2012 at 2:40 pm

    those knobs are great!!

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  22. Twice Nice says

    October 26, 2012 at 2:40 pm

    Nothing like a happy chair is there?! It looks fantastic! Graphite surprised me too. Those knobs are super cool!

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  23. Allison says

    October 26, 2012 at 2:51 pm

    I love the desk and chair together! I’ve always loved the combination of pink and gray. The knobs add a touch of whimsy…so fun. Enjoy your night out Cassie!

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  24. thistlewoodfarm says

    October 26, 2012 at 3:55 pm

    Ummmmm…..I’m the president of the non-painted wood fan club and we really frown on painted desks 🙂

    Just kidding! You go girl! That desk looks amazing!

    Have a great day rock star!
    karianne

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  25. Richmond Thrifter says

    October 26, 2012 at 4:34 pm

    so cute cassie! Love the paint colors and ADORE the knobs!

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  26. Ali Richardson says

    October 26, 2012 at 4:54 pm

    Looove it!! That graphite color is SO you! I’m sure we will be seeing it again 🙂 Love the beetles and that chair looks super cute with it 🙂
    Happy date night! xo

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  27. The Bold Abode says

    October 26, 2012 at 6:40 pm

    IT’s gorgeous and those pulls are to die for!

    Pink is so sweet!

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  28. Patty Day @Pattys Epiphanies says

    October 26, 2012 at 7:37 pm

    Looks GREAT!

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  29. Lisa @ Turning Tables says

    October 27, 2012 at 3:10 am

    SO pretty!

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  30. [email protected] Repurposed Life says

    October 27, 2012 at 4:16 pm

    the desk and chair are both soooo pretty. I’m happy you finally saved the chair, she deserves a new home.

    gail

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  31. Good Time Charlie says

    October 27, 2012 at 5:07 pm

    I will tell my mother to avoid looking at these pictures. She cringes when I paint something where the wood is solid. I however think it looks perfect, and I love the pink chair with it. I can see that in my house in many rooms!

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  32. FROM THE RIGHT BANK says

    October 27, 2012 at 6:30 pm

    This is such a great combination of pieces!I always love pink and gray together. Thank you so much for stopping by FTRB!

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  33. Bella says

    October 27, 2012 at 10:07 pm

    Graphite was the 1st ASCP color I purchased. I love it! Your desk looks amazing in graphite. And I have 1 word for those pulls: WOW!

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  34. Eclectically Vintage says

    October 28, 2012 at 2:53 am

    They’re a match made in furniture heaven! Love those cute pulls too – hope you had fun on your hot date!
    Kelly

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  35. 20 North Ora says

    October 28, 2012 at 11:04 pm

    That’s a happy chair!! Looks great with your desk. Also love those unusual drawer pulls. Cute.

    Judy

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  36. Cindy Miller LivingontheBliss says

    October 29, 2012 at 12:26 am

    I love this desk, graphite is such a wonderful color. Have you tried Maison Blanche Paint in Wrought Iron. It’s amazing

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  37. Kelly says

    October 29, 2012 at 8:02 pm

    Those little bug pulls are SO sweet!

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  38. Kara @ June & Bear says

    October 30, 2012 at 12:52 pm

    what a cute pair! love that little desk. i don’t know why i haven’t used graphite either—and henrietta would look fab in june’s room. hope you had a fun date night!

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  39. [email protected] this Roof, Within these Walls says

    November 1, 2012 at 9:21 pm

    Three lashes with a wet noodle for painting that! Kidding, it is precious, and I am so glad the little chair finally got some love and glue, she does look happy! How could she not be, right there next to those great knobs!

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  40. c.w.frosting says

    November 2, 2012 at 1:46 am

    Hi Cassie, Stopping by to see what you’ve been up to. Love the texture of the graphite & pink is my absolute favorite color. You’ve inspired me to paint a chair pink one day =) xo caroline

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