Friday, February 17, 2012

Old World Stand

I was in a zone with this redesign, and didn't take step by step pics. I do that a lot.









This is where I started.







See the lovely hole?










I covered that up with a fleur de lis, and added a little floral dimension to the drawers. I applied a layer of light grey primer, followed by a brush of glue here and there to create crackling. You can review my tutorial for using glue as a crackle medium HERE. I used a thicker layer of glue on the top.







The grey topcoat is a custom mix of mine, combined with a little gesso for texture. I scraped the surface in spots with a razor blade. My "Old World" wash followed.









I lightly transferred a chandelier image to the top. I wanted it to fade into the finish. My transfer method can be found on my sidebar. The crackling and imperfections are enhanced by the gesso wash.








I stenciled a mirror image of the floral on the upper corners as well. I think the crystal knobs are more at home with this finish.








































On to the next redesign.



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45 comments:

  1. Cassie BustamanteFebruary 16, 2012 at 2:26 PM

    that is ADORABLE! i love the color and love that you covered up the hole with the fleur de lis- genius! :)

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  2. ℳartina @ Northern NestingFebruary 16, 2012 at 2:37 PM

    Beautiful Rosemary and I love the chandelier transfer you added to the top!

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  3. Lavender and LinenFebruary 16, 2012 at 3:06 PM

    Your work is amazing. I love the chanty!

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  4. Angie@slipcoveredgreyFebruary 16, 2012 at 3:13 PM

    What a great idea... covering up the hole with a fleur de lis. Love it!

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  5. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2012 at 3:37 PM

    I love how you covered up the hole. Another lovely project. You are so talented!

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  6. UnknownFebruary 16, 2012 at 4:01 PM

    you AMAZE me rosemary!! This transformation is unbelievable! LOVE it! ;)

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  7. Shenita @ Embellishments by SLRFebruary 16, 2012 at 4:29 PM

    I loved this piece from the moment I saw the fleur de lis!! Gorgeous!

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  8. Katie @ Wildwood CreekFebruary 16, 2012 at 4:30 PM

    Beautiful! Love the added embellishments.

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  9. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsFebruary 16, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    Love the glass knobs with this piece, Rosemary. Great idea to cover that hole with the fleur de lis ~ I know that would have been a momentary "oh no" moment for me before getting the piece.

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  10. Rani EngineerFebruary 16, 2012 at 4:59 PM

    Can't say anything other than LOVE IT!!!

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  11. Cindy @ Dwellings-The Heart of Your HomeFebruary 16, 2012 at 5:32 PM

    What a sweet table Rosemary! Didn't look so great before you added all of your touches, turned out beautifully!

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  12. FABBY'S LIVINGFebruary 16, 2012 at 5:45 PM

    Ok, when I see you on my dash board I always say: Wonder what this talented girl is up to, gotta see! Your table is fabulous, I'm never dissapointed! Hope you had a nice Valentine's! Hugs,
    FABBY

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  13. AnonymousFebruary 16, 2012 at 6:25 PM

    Rosemary,

    Great job! I love the added the details to the top of the table and those glass knobs!

    Kris

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  14. KellyFebruary 16, 2012 at 6:31 PM

    Amazing! I believe this is one of my favorites that I've seen you do. I like the style of that table and your finish just adds that perfect touch.

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  15. Penny from Enjoying The Simple ThingsFebruary 16, 2012 at 7:17 PM

    How awesome! Love it!

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  16. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaFebruary 16, 2012 at 8:07 PM

    As always another GREAT Rosemary piece..Love it girl..Your so good your scary..Hugs and smiles Gloria

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  17. Meeha MeehaFebruary 16, 2012 at 9:40 PM

    I could never do that! It's perfection!!! Thank you for commenting on my brown paper gift box :)

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  18. Shanon at Vintage Sparkle ChicFebruary 16, 2012 at 9:40 PM

    I love this table, Rosemary! I love all of the little details you do.
    I got my package! The message board is just as I pictured, so thank you so much!

    ~Shanon

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  19. Ricki TreleavenFebruary 16, 2012 at 9:46 PM

    I saw the fleur de lis, and I had to see what you were up to! Love the chandy on top...love this piece!

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  20. CandyleiFebruary 16, 2012 at 10:07 PM

    So sweet!!! Such a beautiful, soft color and it is hardly recognizable as the same piece you started with!

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  21. Debra@CommonGroundFebruary 16, 2012 at 10:18 PM

    Just gorgeous, Rosemary, love the faded chandy on top. thanks so much for linking up the inspiration! xoxo

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  22. Jan@southernjunkin'February 16, 2012 at 10:53 PM

    Just another lovely! Great restyle!!

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  23. Leena Milligan LanteigneFebruary 17, 2012 at 12:22 AM

    Rosemary, this turned out beautifully! What a great piece! Love to see how much you can transform an ordinary piece into something so special! Hugs, Leena

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  24. Stan and Jody GabaraFebruary 17, 2012 at 1:00 AM

    What a work of art. It turned out so beautiful with your unique style to it. Thanks for sharing.



    Jody

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  25. simranFebruary 17, 2012 at 1:34 AM

    you're amazingly talented.....beautiful work.

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  26. andrea@townandprairieFebruary 17, 2012 at 4:35 AM

    Rosemary...you've really hit your stride with your projects! Great makeover! andrea@townandprairie

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  27. Christine @ Stonehouse LivingFebruary 17, 2012 at 6:48 AM

    Hi Rosemary,
    Great makeover!
    The finish is beautiful, love the trailing flower motif & chandy...
    All the Best,
    Christine

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  28. UnknownFebruary 17, 2012 at 6:54 AM

    Was that a hole for a key?? It looks like someone had serious frustration with the key!!! lol

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  29. SherryFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:17 AM

    Rosemary you're quite creative, I think I would have just patched it. It's amazing how a small fleur de lis can make a big statement.

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  30. DebbiedoosFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:22 AM

    Gorgeous looking piece. I love the little details that make a huge impact.

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  31. DeseraeFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:24 AM

    What a gorgeous piece...the little details add so much! Have a great weekend :o)
    ~Des

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  32. BiljanaFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:34 AM

    I love your redesign, absolutely fabulous and beautiful:-)
    Have a great weekend, hugs Biljana

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  33. Amy ChalmersFebruary 17, 2012 at 10:37 AM

    Wow this is cool. I love the faint impression of the chandy on the face of the tabletop...great camo on the hole too!

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  34. AmandaFebruary 17, 2012 at 12:24 PM

    Beautiful makeover, Rosemary! I just love your work! This little table is sure to be a quick seller for you! Thanks for sharing your methods and ideas! Have a fabulous weekend!
    Best Wishes and Blessings,
    Amanda

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  35. UnknownFebruary 17, 2012 at 5:28 PM

    This is so beautiful. I love your work...you are beyond creative!

    Kristen

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  36. Honey at 2805February 17, 2012 at 5:37 PM

    Rosemary, you are always "in the zone". Thanks for sharing at Potpourri Friday!

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  37. AnonymousFebruary 17, 2012 at 6:57 PM

    Simply beautiful!

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  38. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.February 17, 2012 at 10:17 PM

    Just beautiful! I love the rich color you achieved! And a great cover-up solution!

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  39. UnknownFebruary 18, 2012 at 12:34 AM

    What a great way to cover up a boo-boo. I love fleur de lis designs and you do them so well. The extra faded transfers and the great finish are plusses. It's always fun to peek in on what you're working on.

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  40. MicheleFebruary 18, 2012 at 5:00 PM

    You are very talented.
    I would love for you to visit my blog.

    Michele

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  41. CraftygyrlFebruary 20, 2012 at 12:20 AM

    This is beautiful! I love the detail.

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  42. KimFebruary 20, 2012 at 8:48 AM

    Girl you continue to amaze me with each and every piece. You are the bomb-diggity of DIY!
    xoxo,
    Kim

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  43. AnonymousFebruary 20, 2012 at 10:42 AM

    I love how this turned out! You are so amazingly talented!

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  44. Okio B DesignsFebruary 20, 2012 at 12:30 PM

    Another beauty! Seriously, it's stunning! I love your "old wash" finish.

    Jeanine

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  45. gail@My Repurposed LifeMarch 1, 2012 at 5:44 PM

    you're a clever girl rosemary! To cover up that hole. :)
    love your old world stand!
    Hey, have I ever asked you, or have you blogged about where you sell? I had a booth in a local shop, but it has closed. Going to try Craig's list from home. :(
    gail

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