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Vintage Breakfast Nook in Paris Gray and Natural Pine

July 24, 2013 by Cassie 41 Comments

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Happy Wednesday!  I am in a wonderful mood because last night I purchased my dream dining room chairs… Seriously the chairs I have been coveting!  I waited and waited until I found them in my price range (which is the extra cheap one!) and the waiting finally paid off.  You will have to wait til this week’s insta-Friday to sneak a peek unless you follow me on instagram (cassie8978).  Aside from that highlight of my day, the kids and I had a great summer day…. We went to the gym with friends and I got RIPPED while they played.  We came home and ate lunch on the porch; and after that they put on their bathing suits and played with the hose for a while until the neighbors invited them to play…. to me that is pretty much the quintessential summer day.  Don’t get me wrong, they keep pressing each other’s buttons because they are with each other 24/7 but for the most part, they have fun together.

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Last week I shared a little peek at this vintage kitchen nook set.  I found it on craigslist and was immediately drawn to it.

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My plan was to paint the table white and the benches a fun color.  After talking it over with one of my business partners, Celeste, I decided a neutral bench was the way to go and I could add fun colorful pillows.
I got to work sanding down the table to prime it since I planned to paint it a white I had on hand.  When I sanded it, I discovered beautiful rustic natural pine look…. I fell in love.  I love the blemishes… they add character!

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So I rethought my plan and decided to sand the table all over, and paint the benches Paris Gray.  I wanted to table to have a very natural finish, so I decided to use Tried and True Original Wood Finish from Rockler.  The description on the website reads:

Tried and True Original Wood Finish is a premium oil finish made with traditional varnish making techniques and 100% natural, plant-derived ingredients. It provides a beautiful, natural sheen that allows the grain of the wood to shine through, yet gives plenty of protection for wood surfaces. It is safe for use with cutting boards and children’s toys, and is FDA approved as non-toxic and nonallergenic.

I was sold!  I am always a fan of natural products and couldn’t wait to give this one a try.  This table was the perfect piece.
Once the table was sanded, I applied the Tried and True finish with a rag.   I found it went on very easily.  Below you can see the side of the table where I had not applied the finish compared to the top where it had been applied.
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You can see the table top is much richer with the finish.

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While that dried, I worked on the benches.  I painted them with Annie Sloan in Paris Gray with just one coat.  I gave them a light/medium distressing and applied clear wax to finish.

I waited 24 hours and then used very fine steel wool all over the table, as suggested on the Tried and True can.  The table ended up feeling so smooth after that!

Here is the set in its complete form!

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I just love that if you look closely enough, you can see hints of white paint on this table… it had once been painted white.  There were even a couple hints of red.  I loved this stripped natural state!

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What about you?  Do you love the stripped natural state, too?  And I am talking furniture here, people.  Get your mind out of the gutter. ๐Ÿ˜‰

By the way, did you know the ever so famous Beckie of Infarrantly Creative has started yet another blog?  This is like her 7th blog I think because her schedule just wasn’t busy enough. ๐Ÿ˜‰  How does she do it all?  Anyhow, the new blog is called Furniture Makeover and today she is featuring my midcentury desk!  Be sure to pop over to check out the new digs!

Have a great Wednesday!  I am off to the barn to measure spaces upstairs!  EEK!

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  1. Courtney says

    July 24, 2013 at 10:18 am

    Natural and stripped for me! ๐Ÿ˜‰

    Love this set and I’ll have to go on insta now to see your chairs!!

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  2. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co. says

    July 24, 2013 at 10:37 am

    Oh pretty! I love the combination of the soft aged gray with the natural wood! … And yay for fun summer days! … Can’t wait to come check out the renovated barn!

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  3. Jaime Costiglio says

    July 24, 2013 at 11:13 am

    Cassie I’m in love, of course anything wood will do for me!

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  4. jackbenson03 says

    July 24, 2013 at 11:33 am

    I like you outdoor furniture to decor my home garden. Its Look so cool.

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  5. Alison @ Rubylicious Bespoke says

    July 24, 2013 at 12:14 pm

    That’s so weird, the link on bloglovin took me a post from 2010!!
    Love the table, I think the scars and blemishes tell a story. And those seats are like mini church pews, gorgeous.

    I saw your chairs on Instagram, I’ve got some waiting in storage for me too. Love them x

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  6. Laura @ Top This Top That says

    July 24, 2013 at 12:34 pm

    What a great combo. Looking for your chairs.

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  7. pam {simple details} says

    July 24, 2013 at 1:14 pm

    Warm natural wood paired with white is one of my favorite looks! You nailed it, again! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  8. Miss Charming says

    July 24, 2013 at 1:22 pm

    Good choice in leaving the table in it’s “stripped and natural” state. I really love seeing the variation in the wood grain.

    It’s such a cute little set. I’m sure it will be snatched up in no time! (Especially with cute pillows on the benches.)

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  9. The Bold Abode says

    July 24, 2013 at 1:32 pm

    That turned out incredibly well! What a find under all that goop!

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  10. Kelly @ A Swell Place to Dwell says

    July 24, 2013 at 1:50 pm

    hmmm…i think that set would fit quite nicely in our new house ๐Ÿ™‚

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  11. Vintage Prairie Style says

    July 24, 2013 at 1:51 pm

    Love bare naked pine

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  12. Heidi @ Decor & More says

    July 24, 2013 at 2:36 pm

    It’s like rustic/refined! Great combo, Cassie and such a sweet collection for someone’s kitchen. ๐Ÿ™‚
    xo Heidi

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  13. Our Pinteresting Family says

    July 24, 2013 at 2:41 pm

    Beautiful work!

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  14. Patty Day @Pattys Epiphanies says

    July 24, 2013 at 3:14 pm

    That table and bench are perfect! You found the perfect compliment!

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  15. Loi Thai, Tone on Tone says

    July 24, 2013 at 3:27 pm

    Hi, Cassie –

    I’m so glad you left the trestle table natural! It looks lovely paired with the painted benches. I hope this charming set goes to a great home.

    Thanks for sourcing Tried and True – will look forward to using it on some of our pieces.

    Ciao Ciao
    Loi

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  16. Jenny says

    July 24, 2013 at 4:03 pm

    Good call! I love the mix of painted and natural wood!

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  17. Ali Richardson says

    July 24, 2013 at 5:28 pm

    U already know how I feel about this set. LOVE! I’m so wishing you were measuring me a space in your totes awesome barn. bather. boo.

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  18. [email protected] says

    July 24, 2013 at 6:11 pm

    I saw this at sweet clover and it was even more amazing in person! great job!!! ๐Ÿ™‚

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  19. [email protected] says

    July 24, 2013 at 6:16 pm

    If I had a little cottage this would be in it ๐Ÿ™‚ xo Kristin

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  20. Lisa @ Shine Your Light says

    July 24, 2013 at 6:34 pm

    I love how this set came out!! So charming!

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  21. Dear Emmeline says

    July 24, 2013 at 7:26 pm

    saw on The DIY Club you were posting about this today. I LOVE it! Specifically the bare wood on that table. Swoon! p.s. I do believe Beckie is wonder woman. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  22. Julia @ 551Eastdesign says

    July 24, 2013 at 8:09 pm

    That natural wood is so beautiful!! And the grey you used really complements it. ๐Ÿ™‚

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  23. Julia Konya says

    July 24, 2013 at 8:32 pm

    Love this makeover so much!
    And I agree, I have no clue how Beckie does her job!!! Congrats on the feature!

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  24. Erin Taylor says

    July 24, 2013 at 8:54 pm

    Turned out great! Love the gray color you used on the benches.

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  25. Gail Wilson says

    July 25, 2013 at 12:28 am

    I do like the table in it’s natural state, especially the old paint showing through.
    I know what you mean about colors.. you know I struggle.
    I would like to do some fun colors, but then I worry about it finding the perfect “fun” person to take it home. ๐Ÿ™‚
    another great piece Cassie!
    gail

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  26. RPK Interiors says

    July 25, 2013 at 3:16 am

    I love this set! Yes, the table in a more natural state is usually a lovely choice. I also appreciate the close up pics of the benches. I tend to have a heavy hand while painting, so 1 coat is not in my vocabulary yet! But your benches looked naturally worn…loved the effect.
    Thanks, Cassie!
    Robin
    ps – have u been to this week’s Paint Parade? could you believe “she liked me?”. I felt like Sally Field for a moment! ๐Ÿ™‚ You two are so cute!

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  27. [email protected] says

    July 25, 2013 at 3:30 am

    ๐Ÿ™‚ congratulations for your work being featured Cassie ๐Ÿ™‚ & Oh! how much I love this breakfast nook ๐Ÿ™‚

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  28. Good Time Charlie says

    July 25, 2013 at 4:43 am

    Wow, that is gorgeous!! I do love the look of Pine and it looks so good when it has a few blemishes too.

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  29. Petra says

    July 25, 2013 at 7:50 am

    What a fantastic set you found – so gorgeous and oh! the makeover possibilities! I love the scrubbed pine top to the table – you found a real treasure there!

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  30. Jamie says

    July 25, 2013 at 10:57 am

    You know I love the stripped, natural state of things ๐Ÿ™‚ GREAT choices for the nook! And it just so happens my price range for things is “the cheap one” too… we have so much in common

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  31. Andrea says

    July 25, 2013 at 11:49 am

    I love the natural pine look of the table. Saw your chairs on IG and they are perfect!! Great score.

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  32. Tiffany @ {Living Savvy} says

    July 25, 2013 at 12:51 pm

    I am loving the grey with the wood! Great choice to leave the table natural!

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  33. Carmel - Our Fifth House says

    July 25, 2013 at 4:13 pm

    I love this table and bench makeover so much! I have no idea how Beckie has the time for all that – I barely manage one tiny baby blog and I feel overwhelmed half the time!

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  34. Jesse @ Scout & Nimble says

    July 25, 2013 at 7:51 pm

    Those chairs you got…there are just no words! I cannot wait to see what you end up deciding on! They are so absolutely perfect and you have some great juju for finding some incredible deals! And you saying you were getting RIPPED in the gym about made me choke on my water! That is so my line anytime I am headed there. It’s that or “can anyone tell me where I can find the gym” and of course I have to flex and point when I say it…you are totally a “my humor” kind of gal! ๐Ÿ˜‰ No wonder we are friends. ๐Ÿ˜‰

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  35. Suzy Handgraaf says

    July 25, 2013 at 10:44 pm

    What a great find. I love the look of the natural wood mixed with the painted benches. I don’t think it would be nearly as appealing if they were all painted the same color. Love it!

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  36. Jill Flory of Sew a Fine Seam says

    July 26, 2013 at 1:21 am

    So cute! love the benches painted!

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  37. [email protected] Sort Of Fairytale says

    July 26, 2013 at 1:31 am

    That looks so great! i love the look of the stripped table with the painted benches – fab, girl!!

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  38. Becca Berger says

    July 26, 2013 at 10:13 am

    Such a beaut! I’ve been waiting for the details on this makeover…if only I had the space…and lived on the other coast! Congrats on the great find- your chairs are going to be superb. I’m excited to see what you do- I think you’ll cave and paint them bright…but I guess we will see!
    xoxo Becca

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  39. [email protected] says

    July 26, 2013 at 9:51 pm

    I love, love, love this set!! So simple…would go in any setting. I love that you didn’t paint it all!

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  40. Shannon Barefoot says

    July 28, 2013 at 1:01 pm

    I love the Paris Gray, Cassie!! It looks amazing ๐Ÿ™‚ I want to try this technique soon – I just need to find the right piece of furniture.

    Shannon @ Sewing Barefoot

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  41. Brooke Larsen says

    August 2, 2013 at 4:02 am

    Oh how Cute are these!!! Thank you so much for linking up to my Paint Party!! I love this set!

    Brooke
    startathome.blogspot.com

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