I truly admire this lady for all her accomplishments.. She writes,
I got a call a few days ago from Lucketts It’s a great call, but an “oh crap” kind of call, too. Both of my large furniture pieces had sold, so I needed to get some furniture into my space ASAP. I decided to sell a little wash stand I’ve had for a few years and I finally started working on the empire dresser I had in my basement for a while. Here’s how it turned out…
Here’s the before…
The wood on the front was really beautiful, but the sides had been painted, so I didn’t feel a lot of remorse about painting this piece. (Do I ever?) I layered French Enamel over Flow Blue and used a bit of trickery between to get some clear definition between the coats.
Can you tell I’m a little in love with the finish? Yeah, I am. I’ll share more about the technique in a few days.
This is so beautiful, you did a great job!! I love the chalkboard in the elegant frame but the Bible verse around the wreath is what I love!! It speaks to my heart .
Miss Mustard has amazing talent.. I truly love everything she does..
Two of my favorite ladies on one post this morning!! Debbie and Marian ( Miss Mustard Seed). Both of you are inspiring and I’m feeling creative and energized! Thank You <3
Caroline, I too love all that she does (Marian) I have admired her work for sometimes now..
Debbie, I’m loving the french blue dresser, and the framed blackboard with the verse & greenery is also precious!
Oh me tooooo love love love it
Joyce, she does amazing work, that Miss Mustard Seed.. You have to check her out if you have not done so.. Miss Mistard Seed on FB.. She has a few other links on her page there as well for her.
What I wouldn’t give to be that talented. I so enjoy your posts if only to dream that one day I too will be able to turn a piece of furniture into something spectacular. Wonderful pictures. The Psalm in the ornate frame was over the top and I am sooooo glad you posted that. I am going to use it.
Susan, I bet your GIFTS are just as amazing hon
Debbie
I love the dresser too and have 2,one empire and the other one??? I have no idea how old it is but, it has 8 of the prettiest glass knobs you ever saw. Infact I bought it for the knobs,the dresser is a bit wobbily,and would look great painted.
The Mustard Seed, is this store located in Demopolis, AL? If so, I’ve been there. And I love that store!!!
No, she is located in PA.. Check out her FB page, and her blog, really nice
Debbie
Luscious! Debbie, We love it when you feature Miss Mustardseed! Her work and designs always inspire us to work harder on our own. This post is just one more of the reasons we follow your wonderful blog! Blessings to you and yours.
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