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Two Toned Oak Dresser

February 5, 2013 by Cassie 54 Comments

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Happy Tuesday, all! First of all, I want to thank you all so much for the outpouring of prayers and donations for our neighbors.  At this point in time all material items needed like clothing, etc, has been taken care of…. so much so that some has even been re-donated, which I think is an amazing thing!  So now, we are just focusing on getting the family funds and gift cards, which several of you have emailed me about.  For that I am so grateful.  Anyhow, I just wanted to offer you all that quick update as well as a big virtual hug from me to show you how much I appreciate you.

Secondly, I have a dresser makeover to share with you today.  I picked up this dresser this past weekend in West Virginia.  A couple weeks ago I went to this house to purchase a new dresser for my own room, which yes, I know, I still have yet to share.  Oops.  Anyhow, the owner also had a couple other vintage dressers to sell so I made an offer and we settled on a price.  I made plans to go back to get them but then I was stuck home with my hooky-playing daughter!  I rescheduled to this past weekend, but then it snowed.  I don’t like driving in the snow, even though I grew up in New England.  My car just doesn’t handle it that well.  I batted my eyes and asked Chris if he would go, and he did. 🙂

Yesterday was SO cold, but I decided to give one of them a sanding (just on the body, not the drawers) and haul it inside to the kitchen to paint it.  This is the one I went to work on….

Isn’t it cute?  I loved the hardware and loved the details on the side as well as the sweet curvy apron.  The top was a little rough, but I loved the graining on the drawers, so I decided to keep them as is, and give it a two-toned look.  I had just received my latest chalk paint shipment from Stylish Patina, and decided to go with Duck Egg blue, which is a favorite color of mine, but I had not used it in a LOOOOOONG time.  Lately I had chosen Provence over Duck Egg and forgot just how much I loved it!

I painted the body and the paint went on beautifully, only needing one coat.  Now, since I was in my kitchen, clearly I didn’t want to distress and get dust everywhere, so I used a warm, damp rag, to slightly distress the edges and wipe paint here and there.  Then I used a clear wax to finish it.  I put the drawers back in and that was that!  Here it is now.  Oh, and I didn’t notice until I started taking pictures that one of the top pulls is upside down, but I kept it as such.  It’s odd and quirky, like me.

Check out the fleur de lis hardware and those pretty details on the side.

And here you can really see that upside down pull. 🙂

And the pretty apron…

This was one of the easiest makeovers, but sometimes less is more.  I love how it turned out!

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  1. [email protected] says

    February 5, 2013 at 11:11 am

    This is a beautiful re-do! Here, here for keeping something you re-do! I told my husband I finally want to make a buffet that I keep, and he’s like…but where are we going to put it? Don’t care, I’m DOIN’ it.

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  2. uniquelyyoursormine.com says

    February 5, 2013 at 11:33 am

    Wow! I think you and I were working on cousin chests at the same time! I went with Coco though… I looooove the Duck Egg on yours, it’s perfect! – Susan

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  3. Laura Janning says

    February 5, 2013 at 11:38 am

    hi cassie- turned out pretty. I just love that color.

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  4. The Golden Sycamore says

    February 5, 2013 at 11:44 am

    I love the color combination! It’s so pretty! And I totally wouldn’t have noticed the upside down drawer pull if you hadn’t said anything…even with the close up shot! Maybe I need to start paying better attention to things! 😉
    Allison

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  5. Feral Turtle says

    February 5, 2013 at 11:57 am

    What a gorgeous dresser. Love all the details. I think the color contrast really made that dresser pop! Good Job!

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  6. Dee says

    February 5, 2013 at 12:04 pm

    So pretty. They just don’t make beautiful furniture like that anymore. Beautiful job. Dee from My Painted Stuff

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  7. Mary says

    February 5, 2013 at 12:22 pm

    Great details on this piece. It turned out beautiful!

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  8. Kirby Dunton Carespodi says

    February 5, 2013 at 12:27 pm

    I’m getting ready to do a similar dreser…larger, but the drawers are in good shape, so I’m staining them and painting the case. I’m thinking grey.

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  9. Sarah AKA The Thriftress says

    February 5, 2013 at 12:29 pm

    I’m really digging the two tone lately!

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  10. Our Pinteresting Family says

    February 5, 2013 at 12:31 pm

    I’m so glad the family has gotten the items that they will need. The fundraising has been amazing. 🙂 Your dresser is so beautiful too. Megan

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  11. Andrea says

    February 5, 2013 at 12:32 pm

    I love the two tone look! I would have never noticed the hardware being upside down. So glad your neighbors needs are going to be taken care of. They are in my prayers.

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  12. Suzan Sweatman says

    February 5, 2013 at 12:36 pm

    Hi Cassie
    What a relief to hear of all the outpouring of love for your neighbours – I was just speaking about them last night –
    Your dresser is gorgeous ( as always)
    Hugs,
    Suzan

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  13. Melissa Skidmore says

    February 5, 2013 at 12:41 pm

    What a beauty! Duck Egg is my “go-to” color! I have never tried the Provence. I am going to have to give it a go! The two tone looks so classy on this piece! Life to the full, Melissa

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  14. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    February 5, 2013 at 1:05 pm

    Nice job with the eyelash batting! That is a pretty piece. I like the upside down pull!

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  15. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    February 5, 2013 at 1:05 pm

    She’s a beauty! I often forget about using a damp rag to distress — perfect for a lighter touch.
    Continued prayers for your neighbors, Cassie. What a blessing you must be to them.
    xo Heidi

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  16. Blondie's Journal says

    February 5, 2013 at 1:05 pm

    What a gorgeous find! I love the Duck Egg Blue…good choice!

    XO,
    Jane

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  17. Angela Santaniello says

    February 5, 2013 at 1:10 pm

    I’m really, really loving the pieces with paint and stain lately. Great makeover!

    Angela

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  18. Dear Emmeline says

    February 5, 2013 at 1:17 pm

    never get tired of your beautiful work!

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  19. Jenny says

    February 5, 2013 at 1:18 pm

    Less is more is right! I didn’t see that one coming – awesome look!

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  20. Carmel @ Our Fifth House says

    February 5, 2013 at 1:42 pm

    I love the two tone!!

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  21. Good Time Charlie says

    February 5, 2013 at 2:20 pm

    Love two tone, and the wood is in great shape! So glad to hear your neighbors are doing better. How fortunate they are to have you as a neighbor!

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  22. Rita says

    February 5, 2013 at 2:22 pm

    this is simply beautiful!! I love that blue and wood tone together.
    I send out my condolences to your neighbors through their tragedy. It really puts into perspective how precious life and time are and to treasure our kids for who they are. I know I complain sometimes about my own “family” issues but I charish these girls and can not imagine what your neighbor is going through. My heart goes out to them.

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  23. Dana Frieling says

    February 5, 2013 at 2:35 pm

    Awesome to hear the outpouring of support for your neighbors. I love hearing how you score these great pieces.

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  24. Katie @ Wildwood Creek says

    February 5, 2013 at 2:38 pm

    Love the details and hardware on this dresser! I agree, sometimes less is more!

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  25. pam {simple details} says

    February 5, 2013 at 2:43 pm

    Loving the two-tone trend, and you rocked it, brown eyed, lash-batting girl! 🙂

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  26. Twice Nice says

    February 5, 2013 at 3:20 pm

    Love how the details so match the hardware! Duck Egg is gorgeous, and I love it with the 2 tone effect!

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  27. Jennifer @ Dimples and Tangles says

    February 5, 2013 at 3:38 pm

    Gorgeous! I NEVER would have noticed that handle, and I’m usually really good about those things!

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  28. Patty Day @Pattys Epiphanies says

    February 5, 2013 at 3:46 pm

    Love it…the two tones adds so much personality!

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  29. Karah @ thespacebetweenblog says

    February 5, 2013 at 3:53 pm

    that two tone is perfect!!!

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  30. A Flair for Vintage Decor says

    February 5, 2013 at 4:23 pm

    Thank you for your sweet comment! Love the dresser– you did a fabulous job on it!! Take care, Caroline

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  31. Emily @ The Diligent One says

    February 5, 2013 at 4:44 pm

    Doing a two toned paint job has been on my list for a while now, and you’ve just reminded me why I love it so. Nice work!

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  32. Loi Thai, Tone on Tone says

    February 5, 2013 at 5:02 pm

    Hey Cassie – The dresser turned out great! Very clever and original. Love the two toned effect.
    xo
    Loi

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  33. Lisa @ Turning Tables says

    February 5, 2013 at 5:20 pm

    Pretty! It looks so much better 🙂
    (and fun fact about me – I used to be OBSESSED with Fleur de Lis’s…everything had them – Clothes, jewelry, decor, bedding, purses, you name it – LOL! I still love a beautiful fleur de lis, but I am glad that my obsessive phase is over 😉 it was a bit much. I’ve moved on to lattice and ikat now 😉 )

    xoxox

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  34. Rebecca says

    February 5, 2013 at 6:46 pm

    So pretty! I’ve been having a love affair with the Duck Egg Blue lately myself!

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  35. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    February 5, 2013 at 6:50 pm

    Oh pretty! I love the two toned look and the fun mix of hardware!

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  36. Jane Craske says

    February 5, 2013 at 6:55 pm

    Very glad that your neighbours are having a hand getting on their feet.

    THAT dresser! I never would have thought to leave the drawers be and I LOVE it.

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  37. Andrea says

    February 5, 2013 at 8:07 pm

    You have some amazing luck when it comes to finding these gems!!! I’m jealous!! ;-). Been looking for a similar piece to use as a nightstand!

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  38. Sooner Laura says

    February 5, 2013 at 10:39 pm

    That’s a beautiful piece of furniture. I can’t bear to paint over nice wood so several of the pieces in our bedroom makeover are two tone. Glad your neighbors are received the needed assistance in this difficult time.

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  39. Elizabeth (Blue Clear Sky) says

    February 6, 2013 at 12:51 am

    Beautiful! I love that you maintained the richness and great grain of the wood and updated it so nicely with colour. I need to find a great piece to try this with.

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  40. Julia Konya says

    February 6, 2013 at 12:53 am

    WOW, I can barely get to the bottom of all the comments 😉 ….I love the two tone too!

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  41. Allison says

    February 6, 2013 at 1:27 am

    How wonderful that there has been a big outpouring of support for your neighbors. There are many good people in this world!! The dresser looks great! I like the two tone and the pretty detail.

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  42. DecorandtheDog says

    February 6, 2013 at 2:24 am

    Very pretty!

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  43. Gail Wilson says

    February 6, 2013 at 2:49 am

    this is a beautiful piece of furniture cassie! I love the color! way to go
    gail

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  44. Courtney says

    February 6, 2013 at 11:47 am

    beautiful Cassie…and one coat?!! love that! xx

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  45. Lynn says

    February 6, 2013 at 1:38 pm

    B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L!!

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  46. Ali Richardson says

    February 6, 2013 at 5:40 pm

    Pretty!! I love that color too 🙂 oh – and you are NOT quirky and weird. period.

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  47. Kelly says

    February 7, 2013 at 1:39 am

    I love that wood detail on the side. And yes you ARE quirky and weird. Don’t change a thing.

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  48. Julie Boarder says

    February 8, 2013 at 1:04 am

    Love the two tone look, I have done a few things like it. My 16 year old doesn’t understand it, but who cares, sometimes it’s fun to confuse the kids 😉

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  49. Inspired by you says

    February 8, 2013 at 12:50 pm

    Another lovely piece. You are so talented!

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  50. Ruth says

    February 9, 2013 at 12:22 am

    Love the two tone. Very pretty.
    Ruth

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  51. Craftberry Bush says

    February 9, 2013 at 4:18 pm

    Hi beautiful Cassie…just wanted to let you know that we featured your gorgeous piece today…thank you so much for sharing…xo

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  52. Jaime Lyn says

    February 9, 2013 at 7:18 pm

    Beautiful Cass! I love the two toned so much lately! Thank you for linking up, I know Lucy let you know you were featured, :o) and I just added this beauty to our feature board!
    Hugs,
    Jaime

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  53. reFresh reStyle says

    February 12, 2013 at 2:50 am

    I’m working on one in similar colors, love it!

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  54. Patty Day @Pattys Epiphanies says

    February 12, 2013 at 3:35 pm

    You are unbelievable! I only wish I lived in Your Neighborhood!!!
    I’d be there for sure!

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