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If My Sideboard Had a Little (More Glamorous) Sister

February 16, 2012 by Cassie 63 Comments

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Before I get to my post, I wanted to let you know that my pal Jaime Lyn  from Crafty, Scrappy, Happy is having a huge link party to celebrate her blogiversary so head on over!

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One of my all time favorite pieces of furniture is my aqua sideboard.  In case you haven’t seen her, here she is.  Ain’t she purdy?
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Well last week I found this cute little cabinet on Craigslist for $10.  And I actually was able to get it… I have not had luck in a long time on Craigslist so I was very excited!  I knew it would be a perfect little mini of my own!

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It was so cute and had great bones, but needed some work, like a new backing.  I got to work on it last weekend, sanded it down, and then used my home made chalk paint (that I used on these chairs) which I made with the paint from my own sideboard.  I painted it, distressed it, and waxed it… I added the same knobs that my own has.  But it was still missing something.

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  (Here it is in my kitchen!  It was really cold and no one else was home last weekend, so I worked in there…. I don’t care about those ugly floors anyhow!)  Anyway even though this is a poor quality picture, you can see that it was missing something.  And then it hit me when I saw Amy’s post the other day featuring this gorgeous piece…
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And then I knew that what my piece was missing was some Rub N Buff!  And I had just enough left from my nightstands to eek out for this sideboard.
I added Rub N Buff to accentuate some of the details, and it was just what it needed!  So this little sister is definitely the glamourous little sis!

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And check this out…. these pictures were taken when the back was not yet added! 🙂

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I had to cut the new backing with my circular saw and with Chris being away I had to wait for him to be home so I could do it (in case of an emergency like a severed limb or something.)  So the new backing has been cut, and attached and this piece is available this weekend at Chartreuse & Co for $165 (in case you are local and want my sideboard’s lil sis!)

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Comments

  1. Megan says

    February 16, 2012 at 11:10 am

    What an awesome find, I never find things that cheap!! I love the rub n buff on it, perfect touch!

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  2. Tonya says

    February 16, 2012 at 11:17 am

    So cute! Can’t believe you got her for $10.00!! I’ve never used rub & buff before! Gonna have to check it out!

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  3. Amanda says

    February 16, 2012 at 11:23 am

    Looks wonderful! You did an amazing job.

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  4. Sarah AKA The Thriftress says

    February 16, 2012 at 11:48 am

    I used to work with a woman who said, “whatever the question, drugs are the answer”. I’m starting to feel like whatever the DIY dilemma, rub n buff is the answer! LOL! And you called her “mini”!

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  5. Jamie says

    February 16, 2012 at 12:14 pm

    yes! The rub n buff was a great idea… I love how intuitive you are about your pieces. It’s like you know just what they need 🙂

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  6. Stephanie says

    February 16, 2012 at 12:19 pm

    What a great find – and a steal too! The rub n buff made a huge difference!

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  7. Tracy's Trinkets and Treasures says

    February 16, 2012 at 12:28 pm

    Perfect touch with the gold paint. I thought you were keeping her for a minute. She’s a cutie. Hope all is well.

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  8. Kara @ June & Bear says

    February 16, 2012 at 12:48 pm

    seriously? i can’t believe the things you find. the rub n buff was the perfect addition.

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  9. laxsupermom says

    February 16, 2012 at 12:50 pm

    I put a rotozip through my arm one time, and now we have that same rule about not using saws when the hubs is away. Love the color! And the Rub n Buff was the perfect finishing touch! It’s beautiful! Thanks for sharing.

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  10. Maury Kilgo says

    February 16, 2012 at 1:27 pm

    Awesome! The Rub n Buff is pure genius. I love the way it makes the details pop. Gorgeous!

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  11. Kelly says

    February 16, 2012 at 1:52 pm

    That was TEN dollars?! What a steal! The rub n buff was just the right touch. Gorgeous!

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  12. thistlewoodfarm says

    February 16, 2012 at 2:18 pm

    Cassie,

    I love your sideboard! What fun with the turquoise and I LOVE how you used rub ‘n buff to accent! Perfect.

    blessings,
    karianne

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  13. Twice Nice says

    February 16, 2012 at 2:19 pm

    Oh Man, I love that piece!! The rub n buff is like it’s jewelry. Great job!

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  14. jeannie maxwell says

    February 16, 2012 at 2:36 pm

    Another winner! Beautiful!

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  15. Andrea says

    February 16, 2012 at 2:41 pm

    That is soooo fabulous! What a great little sister.

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  16. Korrie@RedHenHome says

    February 16, 2012 at 2:59 pm

    That was a screaming deal, for sure! Love the new look.

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  17. The Vintage Farmhouse says

    February 16, 2012 at 3:19 pm

    Ah LOVE! Perfect color! Would love it if you would like to join my linky party this week>>http://www.thevintagefarmhouse.com/2012/02/its-that-time-of-week-again.html

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  18. Lisa Scibilia says

    February 16, 2012 at 4:14 pm

    Oh so pretty! I want it! Okay I don’t know where I’d put it, but I love the color and the details!! Nice job.

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  19. Katie @ Wildwood Creek says

    February 16, 2012 at 4:31 pm

    Love it! The rub n buff was the just the ticket.

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  20. Sarah says

    February 16, 2012 at 4:47 pm

    I love this! I will have to purchase some Rub N Buff!! -Sarah

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  21. Allison says

    February 16, 2012 at 5:28 pm

    She’s beautiful and the Rub N Buff added the perfect touch. She is glamorous! I love the detail on her legs.

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  22. Jaime Lyn at Crafty Scrappy Happy says

    February 16, 2012 at 5:28 pm

    Rub N Buff—-that is perfect! I am going to have to get some of that! :o) what an amazing find to begin with and then how cool that you made it AMAZING! {not that I am surprised you pieces are always amazing} but awhhhh I wish I lived close…. your sideboard would look great at my house! :o) Andddd I have to say—-I feel SO honored that you mentioned my party. Thank you. :o) Seriously…. you are such a wonderful blog friend!
    Jaime

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  23. Mr. Smith@TheSmithGarage says

    February 16, 2012 at 5:31 pm

    Not only did your piece turn out great – your inspiration was totally awesome as well. Saving furniture is awesome. Very nicely done.

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  24. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    February 16, 2012 at 5:31 pm

    Perfect little mini, now the details pop! And a good deal too. I’ve pretty much given up on Craigslist!

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  25. the green dresser says

    February 16, 2012 at 5:44 pm

    Can’t believe you found this for $10. Go girl! So pretty.

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  26. Stacey says

    February 16, 2012 at 6:12 pm

    Hi Cassie!
    I just stopped by to see what awesomeness you created this time and not only found that beautiful cabinet, but that you had linked up to my party as well! I was so excited to see my button! Thanks so much! Looking forward to hosting in March!!! I am going to get all set to go this week :o)
    Stacey of Embracing Change

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  27. Ruby Jean says

    February 16, 2012 at 6:14 pm

    Oh my goodness!!! what a FANTASTIC find… I NEVER get anything that cheap and CUTE!!!! Okay I shouldn’t say NEVER more like every BLUE MOON I get something this great… 🙂 Love the color

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  28. Kahli says

    February 16, 2012 at 6:34 pm

    Great job Cassie! I love the gold detail! I’m glad you got lucky on their find. I seem to get lucky on Craigslist a lot, which is weird because I’m sort of an unlucky person lol.

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  29. The Loops says

    February 16, 2012 at 7:53 pm

    I am so excited I actually live close enough to come check this place out!

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  30. D says

    February 16, 2012 at 8:21 pm

    It looks amazing, I love it. Great price too!

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  31. Ange says

    February 16, 2012 at 8:44 pm

    Gorgeous! Wow, I might try some rub and buff on myself. 😉 HA! For real, that was the perfect touch for that cabinet. Great works as always!

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  32. The Painted Parlor says

    February 16, 2012 at 9:03 pm

    I feel out of it (haven’t painted anything big in awhile!!) what is rub n buff? want me some of that!

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  33. Teresa at Splendid Sass says

    February 16, 2012 at 10:06 pm

    Oh I love my rub and buff! Such a great selection for a low price! You piece urned out lovely.
    Happy THursday.
    Teresa
    xoxo

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  34. Gwen @ The Bold Abode says

    February 16, 2012 at 10:27 pm

    Now I gots to got find some Rub ‘n buff! It really makes a difference! And that Amy…I tell ya…

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  35. One in the SAHM says

    February 16, 2012 at 10:45 pm

    Ahh – I LOVE it! I’ve been trying to get my grubby paws on a piece JUST like this as of recent on Craigslist or Thriftstores. Not that I know you got it with a $10 price-tag too, I’m even more determined! Love!

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  36. Ali Richardson says

    February 16, 2012 at 10:51 pm

    SoooOooooOooooooooOooo gorgeous! You were so right, that gold is exactly what it needed! Perfection 🙂

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  37. A place 2 call home says

    February 16, 2012 at 10:58 pm

    Really pretty, I love the hardware too. I’m sure you’ll sell it fast fast fast shes gorgeous!

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  38. Laurie LW says

    February 16, 2012 at 11:00 pm

    Amazing as always

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  39. Fiona, LilyfieldLife says

    February 16, 2012 at 11:35 pm

    hi Cassie – it’s fab and such a perfect match to your big one
    cheers Fiona

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  40. Fox Hollow Cottage says

    February 17, 2012 at 12:20 am

    I should have know this was you when I clicked on from Redoux’s party! lol. Love it. The accenting is perfection. Darling!!

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  41. Drama Mama Lori says

    February 17, 2012 at 12:26 am

    Wow, this is so pretty! Clearly some rub & buff is in my future! ~Lori

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  42. gail says

    February 17, 2012 at 1:01 am

    awww, she’s beautiful, that lis sis!
    great job cassie!
    glad you waited till chris was home to saw. That’s why I like using the table saw in the driveway. I figure if something goes horribly wrong, one of the neighbors will see me flailing around and call 911. 😉
    gail

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  43. DecorandtheDog says

    February 17, 2012 at 1:19 am

    Rub n buff was definitely the way to go!! And I’m impressed with your power tool usage. I almost deleted your comment from my blog today so my husband wouldn’t get ideas in his head that women can actually tackle these projects I make him do. 😛

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  44. amy of the salvage collection says

    February 17, 2012 at 3:53 am

    ohmygosh! isn’t that stuff amazing??? it’s so funny how a “finished” piece just nags you, isn’t it? i think i’ll be buying a few more tubes!!

    this piece will fly out of the store!

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  45. The Retail DiYet says

    February 17, 2012 at 3:59 am

    I love this!

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  46. Courtney {a thoughtful place} says

    February 17, 2012 at 4:04 am

    Shut the front door. That is amazing. I am speechless about the pricetag. A little miffed that it was you and not me 😉 But you have such skill. It looks beautiful. Great gold touches.

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  47. april@gingerbread says

    February 17, 2012 at 4:13 am

    ummm wow! this is such a beautiful transformation! Great job! I hope you will link up with me here:
    http://www.thegingerbreadblog.com/2012/02/sweet-saturday-link-party-v26.html

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  48. Jan@southernjunkin' says

    February 17, 2012 at 4:36 am

    Great CL find! Wow, love the color too!

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  49. Lesli @ BeautifullyCoastal.com says

    February 17, 2012 at 4:40 am

    Great find and it looks awesome!

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  50. Good Time Charlie says

    February 17, 2012 at 6:36 am

    I love it! I love that chest that Amy did too. I have not tried rub and buff but you can be sure I am buying some this weekend!

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  51. Style Sisters says

    February 17, 2012 at 6:38 am

    oooh I love it and the colors!! So fun…never tried the rub and buff…thanks for sharing!
    Karin

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  52. Denise at PinkPostcard. says

    February 17, 2012 at 6:43 am

    LOVE this!!!! I’m going to start on a dresser this next week, and had it all planned to go gray and white…..hmmm…rethinking maybe! Or at least adding some gold highlights if I don’t do the aqua! 🙂 I’m sure your sideboard will sell fast!

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  53. Cathy Wall says

    February 17, 2012 at 2:30 pm

    Cassie you have just the right touch when refurbishing pieces…this is perfect, and beautiful!
    Cathy

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  54. Sixty-Fifth Avenue says

    February 17, 2012 at 3:21 pm

    perfect finishing touch! those legs are beautiful, i’m sure it will sell in a second!

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  55. Allison@FabRehab says

    February 17, 2012 at 6:42 pm

    The gold is exactly what it needed! Fabulous!

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  56. Katie says

    February 17, 2012 at 9:45 pm

    Oh my word! It’s adorable!! I just love that soft aqua! The rub-n-buff looks great too on the details!

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  57. Classy Clutter says

    February 18, 2012 at 2:24 am

    Ohhhh my gosh! Simply adorable!!! Hope you’ll link this up at our new linky party! We feature our favorites each week! We’re your newest followers and we’d love to have you link up and follow if you’d like!

    http://www.classyclutter.blogspot.com/2012/02/saturday-spotlight-2.html

    Mallory @ Classy Clutter

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  58. Rebecca says

    February 18, 2012 at 1:55 pm

    It looks even prettier in person! I saw it yesterday at the barn sale, I love browsing through that barn for great ideas!

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  59. Suzanne@Meridian Road says

    February 19, 2012 at 2:37 am

    I wish I were local! It’s SO cute!

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  60. Stacey says

    February 20, 2012 at 4:23 am

    Cassie!
    You did it again! You rock! Love this cabinet, love the piece and the price! Great job! Please come back again and link up Thursday / would love to have you!
    Stacey 🙂

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  61. Melissa says

    February 20, 2012 at 5:42 am

    Thanks for visiting me and leaving the nicest comment! Your work is amazing and I am your newest fan!!!

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  62. Our Delightful Home says

    February 21, 2012 at 2:34 pm

    Great transformation. I would love for you to stop by and link up at my linky party via: ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

    Mrs. Delightful
    Ourdelightfulhome.blogspot.com

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  63. Decor & Harmony @ 4290 says

    February 22, 2012 at 7:49 pm

    You have done it once again my friend. Nice!!

    Reply

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