This was a mammoth project, a make over of epic proportions! We transformed a desk, a hutch, a chair, a bookshelf, and a nightstand. WHEW! This was mom’s Christmas present this year (I know it’s late, but life has been crazy around here). There was so much to this project that this is my 3rd post and the BIG REVEAL!
In case you missed them you can see the past 2 posts by clicking on the link:
Today is the day I get to reveal my mom's finished Desk & Hutch Makeover!
{Before Hutch & Desk}
My mom found this 2 piece set at a garage sale for $85. Bless her heart, she attempted to tie the blue into her room by adding a little blue. We've all had our DIY disasters...lol.
This was my first project to finally use Annie Sloan Chalk Paint (ASCP). I choose the Off White for the base color and used my own DIY Chalk Paint, in a beautiful shade of green, for an accent color.
In case you are wondering what the big deal is about ASCP, I have found a couple of great posts from other bloggers for you to check out.
Revisionary Life - Why Annie Sloan Chalk Paint is worth $40 per Quart
Shades of Amber - Chalk Paint Q & A
Personally, I loved how the paint when on and I love how far I was able to stretch it. They say you don't need to prime using this paint, but I have found that to be false. I have needed to prime most of the pieces I've used the paint on.
I also used Annie Sloane Wax, both clear and dark.
This is how the desk and the hutch looked after 2 coats of ASCP in Old White.
As much as I love ASCP, I have a budget to consider. I also make my own DIY Chalk Paint and it works great, it's just not quite as smooth as the ASCP. To see how I make my own chalk paint, click HERE.
I used my DIY Chalk Paint for the green; using it on the drawers and doors.
After getting it all painted, it was time for wax! For instructions on how to apply the clear and the dark wax, check out this guest post from my friend Jerra and her amazing sideboard.
Here is how her beautiful Side-board turned out using ASCP and Wax.
Here's a few close-ups after using the dark wax:
I love how the wax gives it an aged look! To see instructions on how to apply the clear and dark wax, click HERE.
Drum-roll Please! Finally, mom has her Christmas present finished and a gorgeous hutch & desk for her recently redecorated room!
Mom is elated about her hutch and desk makeover! It always makes me happy to put a smile on someone else's face, especially Mom!
Love you more than using ASCP for the first time,
Sunday
Also linked up at Carter’s Cottage!
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Hi, I'm Sunday and yes, that's my name! I love DIY projects and the thrill of making something great-for cheap. I'm here to share tips for the DIY'er at heart from a wife, mom, and pastor. What do you do with your Sunday Afternoon?
Wow, absolutely gorgeous Sunday!! Lovin’ the custom color you created. Just beautiful!
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Wow! Wow! Wow! It turned out FANTASTIC Sunday! And, way to slap chemo in the ugly face on this one!
I love a good chalk paint makeover- this turned out fantastic! Well done! :)
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So pretty! I am featuring it tomorrow on the blog. Thank you so much for linking up to The 36th AVENUE.
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WOW.. thank you Desiree’ – what an honor, I’m always excited to see an email in the morning from you :) XOXOX
You did a fantastic job. Thanks for all the detailed DIY info. Enjoy your piece!
OMGosh … I’m sure your mom feels this was well worth the wait. Absolutely beautiful!!
Diane
Love this transformation! Please share over at Carter’s Cottage My Monday Muse!
Hope to see you there!
Christie
You did such a good job! Great transformation! Thanks for joining up with Twirl & Take a Bow! You were featured last week, so if you haven’t already, you can grab a “House Feature” button at http://www.houseontheway.com!
Leslie
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How fun!!! It turned out just beautiful!!!
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I love love love this!! It turned out absolutely gorgeous!
Saw you sharing at Carter’s Cottage Monday Muse and will be following you now
Debbie :)
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That turned out just beautifully! Thank you so much for sharing it with us last weekend at Inspiration Friday!
Vanessa
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That is adorable! What a cute transformation!
Sherry
Hello Sunday!
Thank you for sharing last week at My Monday Muse. I hope you join us this week to share more inspiration and perhaps find a little as well!
Christie Carter