Monday, November 14, 2011

Redoing a Redo

You've seen me redo a redo before. Like I did with  "A Different Look".   Well, here is another one.






Remember this guy.  You can see how I found it originally, and the  previous redesign  here.

BEFORE



AFTER






I wanted a more subdued look. Because I hadn't sealed it, I just added another layer.  I gave it a coat of bluish grey acrylic paint, sanded it a bit, and applied dark wax. You can still see traced of the previous colors and distressing underneath, which is exactly what I wanted.




Spicy was fun, but this fits my aesthetic better.  On to the next project.


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My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia: Tuesdays Treasures
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Charm Bracelet Diva: Club GW

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28 comments:

  1. Katie @ Wildwood CreekNovember 14, 2011 at 2:19 PM

    I love the redo! I've been considering some redos; glad I'm not the only one.

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  2. Little City FarmNovember 14, 2011 at 2:35 PM

    Yes, even nicer.

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  3. Gwen @ The Bold AbodeNovember 14, 2011 at 2:37 PM

    Almost looks drift-woody! Love it!

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  4. Myric November 14, 2011 at 2:49 PM

    Its fun see you do and re-do's of your projects. Really pretty. I like the new look :)

    xoxo
    Myric

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  5. Curtains in My TreeNovember 14, 2011 at 3:14 PM

    I like this redo much better

    All you redo's are good

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  6. ℳartina @ Northern NestingNovember 14, 2011 at 3:56 PM

    Love it Rosemary, but then again I love all your projects!!

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  7. Mary AnneNovember 14, 2011 at 4:05 PM

    ok girl, you like Joy are amazing and you really inspire. The gray tones are now a part of my life and I love the re-do . . . YOUR WAY! Can't wait to meet you!

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  8. AnonymousNovember 14, 2011 at 4:30 PM

    you crack me up with your redo of a redo!! yes, I've done that with my dining room walls several times...just not really liking the paint color once it was up on the walls...
    but I love the new look...much more in line with your aesthetics...
    best,
    maureen

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  9. Dee ⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️⚜️November 14, 2011 at 4:45 PM

    It's just perfect now. Beautiful!

    Dee

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  10. AnonymousNovember 14, 2011 at 4:47 PM

    Love it! I am a huge fan of faded grey and blue colors.

    Kris

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  11. www.MaisonStGermain.comNovember 14, 2011 at 4:52 PM

    Great redo and great color:)
    ~Debra xxx
    Capers of the vintage vixens

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  12. Karel HamiltonNovember 14, 2011 at 4:53 PM

    Even prettier the second time around.

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  13. KellyNovember 14, 2011 at 5:13 PM

    I've had to redo a "redo" as well. Glad to know I'm not the only one. Ha! The new look turned out great.

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  14. DebbiedoosNovember 14, 2011 at 5:29 PM

    It's fun to redo a redo...I love it both ways, but yes you are right the second suits you more.

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  15. andrea@townandprairieNovember 14, 2011 at 6:13 PM

    I prefer the softer tones, too! My style tastes have evolved over the last several years as well. andrea@townandprairie

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  16. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingNovember 14, 2011 at 6:46 PM

    Hi Rosemary,

    Great re-do!
    It looks great in the softer tones...
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  17. Cassie BustamanteNovember 14, 2011 at 8:30 PM

    i liked it before but i really love the new look! it is so much more me with its washed appearance. great job!

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  18. RebeccaNovember 15, 2011 at 5:53 AM

    Much better patina!

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  19. Ricki TreleavenNovember 15, 2011 at 7:31 AM

    Oooooo, the bluish-gray paint makes it perfect! I love it!

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  20. RebeccaNovember 15, 2011 at 8:54 AM

    Rosemary, this turned out perfect, you are a true artist with your painting skills. Love the look!
    Wishing you a lovely day
    Blessings
    Rebecca

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  21. KarenNovember 15, 2011 at 9:16 AM

    I love them both ways, but I must confess the redo of the redo is stunning! I think that is my favorite paint technique, I love the softness.

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  22. Kim @ French Country AntiquesNovember 15, 2011 at 11:11 AM

    The final redo is more of my aesthetic as well. Lovely!

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  23. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRNovember 15, 2011 at 12:13 PM

    Love it! You just never run out of ideas! As always, very pretty!

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  24. annie@mostlovelythingsNovember 15, 2011 at 6:47 PM

    I love it...would look great with anything now...yes, spicy was nice, but it had its day!

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  25. Kirsten HarrNovember 15, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    You're so good!!

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  26. Personalized Sketches and SentimentsNovember 16, 2011 at 8:51 PM

    Oh yes! Beautiful! You are blessed with the artistry and creative touches you put on the redos and remakes! Awesome!

    Blessings & Aloha!
    I'd love for you to take a look at my current post about another bit of happy news in our family.
    Celebrate

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  27. Vintage RoseNovember 17, 2011 at 11:31 AM

    Looks fabulous!

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  28. Our Hopeful HomeNovember 17, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    Who better to redo a redo than you?! Love it so much better now! Thanks for linking up over at Club G.W. with Charm Bracelet Diva!

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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