Sunday, June 28, 2009

The Cedar Chest

I mentioned this chest on my last post. Since then, I've been out of town for work and then to meet my new nephew (yes - he's adorable and tiny)... anyway, I'm excited to get back to my blogs and be able to show off the metamorphosis of my new favorite piece of furniture.
Here is what it looked like when I brought it home (the toy on top was not included. ;) My daughter insisted it be in the picture). By the way - this sucker is HEAVY. It is a Lane cedar chest and I paid $30.











It was in good shape but with dated, somewhat smelly fabric on top and was missing a couple of the white knobs. This baby actually got sanded and PRIMED (something which my husband always encourages but that I tend to ignore because I'm very impatient - and maybe a little lazy). The hard work paid off because I LOVE the result.

Here it is as it was just finished. Guess what I used for the top? Yep, a canvas drop cloth. They are all the rage around the blog world... and I have to agree. Quick, cheap, and looks great!
Here it is in it's place. I holds a basket for each of my kids to put their shoes, lunch box, whatever else gets dragged in from the car in... and my husband found that there is room for his school bag as well. ;)
This is mainly just a gratuitous cute puppy picture - but also to show you the reason that said items from picture above can no longer reside on the floor. ;)
To see more cool transformations - check out Metamorphosis Monday!

13 comments:

  1. This turned out so nice. Great job!

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  2. Great job! You really created a beautiful piece of furniture! Love the pup too!

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  3. Another fabulous find and transformation. I need to start hanging out with you and hope some of that rubs off on me! (I also skip priming due to impatience/laziness combo.)

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  4. What a great storage piece you've re-created from a frumpy old cedar chest. It looks so much more contemporary now.

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  5. Great redo...is there anything black and a creative person can't do...I think not.

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  6. Smart & stylish, the chest looks great! It's nice to meet you~ ~Ahrisha~ ~

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  7. Great job but, I thought I bought all the black paint, LOL !
    Hugs ~ Kammy

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  8. Your hard work and patience did pay off big time! This little bench looks incredible! Stop by my blog for my 100th post giveaway if you get a chance!
    Have a great week!
    ~Really Rainey~

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  9. Great job! The outcome is beautiful!!

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  10. I love it!!! And I love that you used a drop cloth for the seat cushion. You should put a monogram in the middle.

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  11. Wow! Nice job! Perfect for an entry way!

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  12. It's black which means I am in love with it! I love love love how it turned out, it looks awesome! What a wonderful piece!

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  13. That is fabulous! You did a professional looking job on the paint, wow! Love your drop cloth seat cover.

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