Monday, September 26, 2011

Spicy

I gave this spice cabinet a spicy update with rich fall colors.




Here is the before.



I shared how you can use white glue as a crackle medium here.  I used a thin layer on the surface, brushing and stippling (pouncing with the brush).  I gave the frame two layers of paint, first yellow, then a deep red. The drawers I painted a mustard yellow.  After some sanding, I had the look I wanted.






So, how do you like my spicy spice cabinet?




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40 comments:

  1. PJH DesignsSeptember 26, 2011 at 5:38 PM

    Love the colors & chippy look.

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  2. CLDSeptember 26, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    Your cabinet turned out darling.
    Thank you for the great idea.using glue. I am going to give that a try. Bobbie

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  3. savvycityfarmerSeptember 26, 2011 at 5:58 PM

    looks like cinnamon toast with butter!!


    well done!
    yumm

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  4. Our Hopeful HomeSeptember 26, 2011 at 6:34 PM

    Absolutely love the color combo! The distressing is perfect.

    xoxo
    kathleen

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  5. Amy KinserSeptember 26, 2011 at 7:09 PM

    I think it looks just great. Wonderful job!

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  6. Katie @ Wildwood CreekSeptember 26, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    Great colors and distressing!

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  7. Lou Cinda @ Tattered HydrangeasSeptember 26, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Love it! It looks warm and inviting and homey....love the distressing! You are truly a master!

    And you always share...which shows your giving heart :)


    Lou Cinda

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  8. KellySeptember 26, 2011 at 7:26 PM

    I can't believe that is the same cabinet you bought! Another great transformation.

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  9. DebbiedoosSeptember 26, 2011 at 7:38 PM

    That is gorgeous Rosemary...I am digging the color combo!

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  10. Little City FarmSeptember 26, 2011 at 8:01 PM

    The fall colour scheme is perfect to keep the spicy theme. Very nice.

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  11. GenevaSeptember 26, 2011 at 8:13 PM

    I am in blog love! Everything you post is wonderful!!!

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  12. Elegant EconomiesSeptember 26, 2011 at 8:24 PM

    Red and yellow always make me happy! Love what you did!
    Blessings, Audrey

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  13. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsSeptember 26, 2011 at 8:53 PM

    Oh, I love how you redid the spice cabinet. Those are "spicy" colors!

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  14. AnonymousSeptember 26, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    I really like those colors together. I like the chippy look too. Looks to be a perfect place to store any kind of spices or can be used to store all sorts of things that we need to find a cubby for.

    Great job!

    Kris

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  15. Richelle NicoleSeptember 26, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    Glue? Who knew? You! Lol, sorry I'm feeling rhymey today. ;) I love the colors, it feels very Autumn! I loves it.

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  16. ReviSeptember 26, 2011 at 9:08 PM

    As always, you always season with just the right amount of spice!
    -Revi

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  17. DonnaSeptember 26, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    Ok, I really do need to try the glue as a crackle medium technique! Your cabinet turned out awesome!!!

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  18. The Midwest CottageSeptember 26, 2011 at 9:23 PM

    Total and complete transformation. It went from plain ugly to a potterybarn cabinet custom painted by YOU! It's awesome. Love it!

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  19. outjunkingSeptember 26, 2011 at 9:31 PM

    I see you going a little country and I'm very much impressed. Is this the first colorful piece you've done? I love it.
    Lisa

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  20. A Few PenniesSeptember 26, 2011 at 9:39 PM

    Sweet little cabinet; you are so talented!

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  21. The Polka Dot ClosetSeptember 26, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    I love it, I have got to try the crackle tip!

    Carol

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  22. CandyleiSeptember 26, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    Wow! You did such a fantastic job. Especially your distressing and choice of vintage colors!

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  23. Little Moos and My Creative Pink.September 26, 2011 at 10:07 PM

    I love it, you are so talented!

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  24. Ispirato DesignSeptember 26, 2011 at 10:36 PM

    Just wrote a post today about how I'm obsessing over orange- must be the weather. Your spice cab looks awesome- yet another fabulous transformation!

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  25. *Shabby LOCO!*September 27, 2011 at 6:44 AM

    Really.
    Do you have to ask how we like it?
    We LURVE it!
    Geesh...some people!
    lol
    Great job Gur'friend!
    ~Mel

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  26. AnonymousSeptember 27, 2011 at 7:38 AM

    Thank you for visiting my blog and your nice comment. Such a charming spice cabinet and perfect colors for fall ~ love it!!

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  27. Life With LucySeptember 27, 2011 at 7:45 AM

    I'm so obsessed and jealous! I absolutely love it. You did an AMAZING job painting it. Love the idea to use white glue as a crackle medium. Thanks so much for sharing! Enjoy your fun cabinet!

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  28. Betsy@My Salvaged TreasuresSeptember 27, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    Great job and I love your color choices. What a transformation!!

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  29. SusanSeptember 27, 2011 at 10:43 AM

    I like it! It was quite a transformation. Nice job!

    Rosemary, thanks so much for your visit to my blog and your comment, too. Loved having you stop by. Come to visit any time. Sincerely, Susan from writingstraightfromtheheart.blogspot.com

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  30. Nyanser av vittSeptember 27, 2011 at 11:10 AM

    Love the warm and nice colors.
    Agneta

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  31. ToniSeptember 27, 2011 at 11:21 AM

    Love the colors. Glue..you have all the tricks.

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  32. Ricki TreleavenSeptember 27, 2011 at 12:32 PM

    The spicy colors are perfect! Very cute project, Rosemary.

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  33. deborah@confessions of a craigslist junkieSeptember 27, 2011 at 12:57 PM

    I learn something everything I stop by! You ARE a "mad scientist!" This is very cute.

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  34. UnknownSeptember 27, 2011 at 9:36 PM

    Hot! I mean - Spicy! I mean - I love it! What a fab makeover!!!

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  35. JillySeptember 28, 2011 at 12:05 AM

    What a unique handle. Best place to attach it in inner doors and wood doors also. Easy to catch. Such a beautiful outdoor living furniture, which is designed with classic style wicker furniture is wearing a traditional style.
    promosyon

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  36. AnonymousSeptember 28, 2011 at 6:18 PM

    where have I been? I've missed several of your posts..
    what an amazing transformation as this doesn't look at all like the original look...this is so cute..!!
    I can't get over how authentic the finish is..
    beautiful..
    best,
    maureen

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  37. bjSeptember 29, 2011 at 3:05 AM

    This is PRECIOUS..I am sure watching out for a spice cabinet on all my thrifting trips. Love this one.

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  38. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereSeptember 29, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    I think the little cabinet is Fabulous, Rosemary! I love the colors and the paint finish. You are one busy lady transforming all pieces into beauties. Thanks again for linking to the Open House party.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  39. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleSeptember 29, 2011 at 8:23 PM

    Love the color and you always do the best aging. Looks natural.

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  40. BrandiSeptember 30, 2011 at 12:31 AM

    Beautiful transformation, Rosemary! I love the colors you chose for your cabinet! You gave it the perfect amount of distressing. This piece definitely reminds me of Fall!!

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