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Piece of Work Wednesday Furniture Link Party Number 70 and a New Party to check out!

January 10, 2012 by Cassie 26 Comments

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Happy Tuesday!  I hope you are all having a good week so far.  It’s been busy at our house!  I spent Sunday doing more closet organizing.  I hit the kids rooms, their closets, and the playroom.  I made major progress in the playroom which I hope to share in the next couple of weeks.  Sunday I also finally sold my red dresser and had a client pick up a table I refinished for her.  So it was pretty busy, but it felt good to get so much done.  Oh, and I finished up Emmy’s tea table, with the reveal coming tomorrow!

Before I get to my piece for today, I wanted to let you know about a new party in town, that just started TODAY!  My good blog friend Sharon at Elizabeth & Co is starting a new party where you can link up whatever is inspiring you….. furniture makeovers, crafts, recipes, thrifty finds and more!  Click on the button to get there!

Anyhow, let’s talk about the piece that the client picked up, since that is what I will be sharing here.  Recently, I shared a plywood topped coffee table I finished for the same client.  She also brought me this table, which was factory finished, made in China, but I knew we could make it look less “factory”.  Here is the photo she originally emailed me….

I sanded the painted body of the piece, and I gave the top a nice thorough sanding to get all of the stain off.   Unfortunately, it was pressed wood, so the sides show that slightly, but the top came out beautifully.  I used Minwax gel stain in aged oak.  The body was primed and then painted with Sherwin Williams Alabaster, and then it was lightly distressed and wiped with Minwax golden oak for an aged effect.  The top was also sealed with Minwax wipe-on poly in satin.  I did not put the hardware back on because she will be changing it.  But here is the after- not dramatic by any means, but it looks like a much better quality piece now!

So let’s see what you have been up to?

Remember there are rules.
1. No etsy shops or the like.
2. Your post MUST BE A FINISHED FURNITURE PROJECT. (NO CRAFTS!)
3. Your project must be a new link to one of my parties- never before seen here!
4. You must add a text link or my button to your post or sidebar.
5. Leave others some comment love!

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  1. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    January 10, 2012 at 9:10 pm

    Thanks so much for the shoutout Cassie! You know I probably wouldn’t even be in this wild and crazy blog world if not for you! Even when it makes me crazy, I know I always have a friend out there! … And as always, you make every piece of furniture you touch even better than ever!

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  2. Good Time Charlie says

    January 10, 2012 at 10:38 pm

    So excited for a new party! Going there next. I love the little piece you did, it turned out gorgeous. Can’t wait to see the Tea Table. Cleaning out closets and drawers is one of my most satisfying things to do. I actually really enjoy getting rid of stuff! In the process of doing just that in my office….it was so long overdue that the task is taking a while.

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  3. Lesley says

    January 10, 2012 at 11:45 pm

    Fingers crossed that I have something to post next week! 🙂 As you know…I got my paint studio back up and running today.:)

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  4. Katie @ Wildwood Creek says

    January 11, 2012 at 12:08 am

    The top on the table turned out beautiful, and love the distressing!

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  5. Rita says

    January 11, 2012 at 1:17 am

    Yep, much better!! I love that in only a few steps you can take something factory made and make it look hand built. Heck I just love everything you do!!!

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  6. Allison says

    January 11, 2012 at 2:32 am

    I think that TV table looks wonderful with its fresh coat of paint and your magic touch! Nice job, Cassie! It looks crisp and fresh now.

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  7. [email protected] Charm says

    January 11, 2012 at 2:36 am

    Wonderful makeover you have here and thanks for hosting. I’m happy that I have something to share this week.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  8. Carrie @ Hazardous Design says

    January 11, 2012 at 2:44 am

    Sometimes you don’t need to make dramatic changes to get dramatic results. Well done on the TV table!

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  9. Prudently Painted Vintage says

    January 11, 2012 at 2:48 am

    It seriously looks sturdier. Love what you did with it. uck! pressed wood! You always amaze me with your talent 🙂

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  10. Lisa Scibilia says

    January 11, 2012 at 2:57 am

    I love the new look….the white is so classic. You are a magician!!

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  11. Andi @ Jane of all crafts says

    January 11, 2012 at 3:18 am

    shazam!! ladies and gentleman she has done it again. Work your magic lady…awesome transformation!

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  12. Chrissie says

    January 11, 2012 at 3:45 am

    Your stand looks great!You can work wonders with your talents! Thanks for hosting today!

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  13. Kristina @ ReMadeSimple says

    January 11, 2012 at 4:09 am

    Very nice job on the table revamp-and the stain is so pretty! I just linked up a few for the first time-thanks for hosting and for your kind words on my blog!

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  14. Linda says

    January 11, 2012 at 4:18 am

    I spend soo much time on your blog and I get so wrapped up in it, I forget to comment on how fabulous you and your blog are! Just a quick shoutout! 😀

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  15. Kim @ A Brush of Whimsy says

    January 11, 2012 at 5:10 am

    The table looks so cute! It’s very cottagy!

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  16. Ali Richardson says

    January 11, 2012 at 5:25 am

    Love the new look of that table – WAY better than before! Awesome as usual my friend 🙂
    I can’t wait to get back to crafting so I can link up over at Sharon’s 🙂
    xoxo

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  17. classic • casual • home says

    January 11, 2012 at 5:25 am

    So many pretty pieces!!

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  18. Abercrombie says

    January 11, 2012 at 6:54 am

    So many pretty pieces!! I’m agree with it! Abercrombie and Fitch

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  19. Meg and Mum's says

    January 11, 2012 at 8:06 am

    Great job yet again! That table is so cute. Thanks for hosting and thanks for the heads up on the new party 🙂

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  20. René says

    January 11, 2012 at 8:22 am

    I agree! The finish looks so much richer now and more intended than before. Love it!

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  21. Courtney says

    January 11, 2012 at 10:35 am

    Nice one Cassie!! How gorgeous is the timber?! A real improvement for your client!
    Thanks for hosting as always! x

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  22. Larrisa Hill Designs says

    January 11, 2012 at 2:20 pm

    Great party…Thx Heather

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  23. Denise at PinkPostcard. says

    January 11, 2012 at 3:06 pm

    That is a really cute piece Cassie! I love the legs on it and the wood top. Nice update, I’m sure your client is thrilled 🙂 Thanks for the info on Sharon’s party too, I’ll be sure to go join in. You are always a great host, thank you!!

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  24. Christa @ Stories of a House says

    January 11, 2012 at 6:11 pm

    Wow, Cassie ~ that table doesn’t even look the same. You really did a great job on it! Thanks for hosting 🙂

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  25. [email protected] says

    January 12, 2012 at 1:45 am

    That came out beautifully! I love the way the top looks. The whole thing looks much more like a vintage piece now.

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  26. cheltenhamroad says

    January 12, 2012 at 4:35 pm

    That does look great! Really lovely work (as always. I’m a long time lurker first time poster). Thank you for hosting.
    David

    Reply

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