Learning how to remove veneer on antique furniture isn't hard at all if you have the right tools. The hardest part is determination.
This week the Southern Vermont Arts Center asked me to teach a Friday morning class for young children. The request was that the lesson be inspired by Alexander Calder. It is, fortunately, easy to …
Using black paint, a glazing medium and a few drops of water, you can create a dark, antique glaze giving your furniture character and depth.
Our next video in this Chair Project series addresses making and attaching decorative piping.
Expertly hand crafted from the finest of natural Mahogany wood comes this stunning Estelle French bed, a fantastic must have addition for your home. Beautiful and full of character, this antique Bed is a fine example of why our personal human craft over machine made is the high quality you deserve. Ensured to last through generations this bed works both by itself or coordinated alongside our other fantastic shabby chic furniture. Single Headboard Height: 145cm. Footboard Height: 80cm. Width: 115cm. Depth: 202cm. Double Headboard Height: 155cm. Footboard Height: 90cm. Width: 160cm. Depth: 202cm. King Size Headboard Height: 155cm. Footboard Height: 90cm. Width: 177cm. Depth: 212cm. Super King Headboard Height: 155cm. Footboard Height: 90cm. Width: 209cm. Depth: 212cm. Estelle furniture can also be co-ordinated matched alongside pieces from the following additional collections; La Rochelle. Rococo. Baroque . Emmanuelle. Assembly Instructions Box Dimensions & Weights
4 x cute antique cut glass pulls. Small screw-in knobs for cabinets/drawers. Clear glass with silver, nickel-plated brass base. Knob and base just over 3cm long, Screw length 1 and a half cm, Base 2 and a half cm and widest part of glass just over 2 and a half cm. Reclaimed, original items circa 1900's. Some small chips and staining in the glass lend them a shabby chic feel. Perfect for dressing up boring furniture or could be upcycled into jewelry hangers or similar!
Industrial Wall Sconce - Caged Bulb - Pendant Edison - Industrial Furniture - Wall Light - Model No. 1637 We brought simplicity and ease of installation to this industrial style wall sconce! This clever design lets you skip the direct wiring and place it virtually anywhere on your wall. The 12 foot cloth covered cord gives plenty of reach and actually becomes part of the design as it exits the sconce. An antique bronze socket dims a 60 watt squirrel cage Edison bulb that is included in your purchase. The pendant hangs from a black iron fixture and can be adjusted to hang at different heights depending on your needs. This design is not UL approved but does contain some UL listed parts. BULBS NOT INCLUDED Recommended Bulb: LED Edison 7w (60w) Bulbs for your light can be purchased in our Bulbs section Dimensions: Fixture Height: 9" Fixture Width: 3.5" Fixture Depth: 9" Bulb Cage: Height: 6.625" Width" 3.75" Cord Length: 12' Bulb: Height: 5" Width: 2" This lamp is compatible with plug-in dimmers. The cord On/Off switch does not dim the light. LAMP SPECS ------------------ Socket: Standard Medium Base (e26/e27) On/off type: In-Line On/Off switch on cord. Installation: Mount to the wall with provided self anchoring screws. This Light fixture is compatible with Incandescents, LEDs, Compact Fluorescents, or any other standard E26 base bulb up to 60 watts. In order to keep the lamp temperature cool, please use LED bulbs only. Please provide a physical address to qualify for free shipping. Due to package size, additional charges may apply for shipping to a P.O. Box. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions!
Refinishing wood furniture is easy with only two household items (vinegar and olive oil) to remove scratches and bring it back to life.
Small Parts Carousel While visiting an antique shop, I discovered a way to store all that indispensible small stuff that used to clutter my workshop. On display was a rotating bolt cabinet from an old-fashioned hardware store. When I got home, I design-ed this carousel that rotates on inverted...
Antique Tall Primitive Wooden Clothes Drying Rack Folds Up A tall antique primitive wooden clothes drying rack that folds up. Original raw wood. Excellent working condition. Thirteen .75 inch diameter rods. 56 inches tall by 34 inches wide by 24 inches deep when folded out. 66 inches tall when folded up. Please note all photos for they too are a part of our descriptions. Inv. ee Shipping is NOT Free NOTE This item is for pick up only at our shop by you or your chosen shipper. We always suggest getting several quotes because rates can vary from one shipper to another. You can google antique furniture shipper and many companies are available. Rules For Local Pick Up of Items In Our Place of Business and or Outsourcing Shipping. Funds need to be cleared before item(s) are picked up. If selecting Local Pick Up please call to set an appointment time. All items will need to be picked up at our business site within 30 days unless other arrangements have been made. Also, you can choose your favorite Shipping Agent or use the ones our customers have used. Please pay your Shipping Agent the negotiated shipping cost. Listed below are a few of the Freight Forwarders our customers have used: USHIP, Timothy Terhune (VT), Transitsystems (CA), Plycongroup (NY, Canada) Local Pick Up Items will be held for 60 Days. After 60 days, if an item(s) you have purchased is not picked up, we have the right to resell said item(s) and the buyer forfeits all payment(s) made on said items. Welcome to Sugarcreek Antiques! All of our items we sell on Etsy are antiques and collectibles. They range from the early primitives, eclectic, downright weird, to today's collectibles. You probably will find almost anything you need right here in our store! We are located in the largest settlement of the Amish in the world. We reside in the beautiful Tuscarawas Valley. It is a rich rolling countryside and it is one of the larger tourist attractions. People from all over the world visit Sugarcreek and the surrounding countryside to view our Amish Swiss German ancestry. Please add us to your list of favorite sellers! Sugarcreek Antiques, Jeffery and Claire Fath, 4456 State Route 93 NW, Sugarcreek Ohio 44681 330-852-2231, 330-401-5174, 330-401-8243
Hello sweet friends! I'm back today with an oldie, but goodie! I first shared this post two years ago as part of our Furniture Fixer Upper series! I'm going to share the links to my friends' fabulous furniture makeovers from this day at the bottom also! I scored this hutch at the thrift store for
Curvy, cosmopolitan and chic, the Sisterhood Credenza is crafted of Figured Primavera Veneers with a bold pink finish accented by antique bronze-colored fluted pendant pulls. The feminine silhouette has a pretty scalloped base and cabriole legs with four doors. Theres an antique white interior and one adjustable shelf behind each pair of doors. Part of a curated collection to honor the spirit and courage of those battling breast cancer, a portion of the proceeds from each chest sold goes to the Susan G. Komen Foundation.
I've never done a tutorial before so please bare with me as I stumble through this. I've had so many questions about what I've been doing to my kitchen that I thought I better do this. I had a lot of fun with this, and so did my husband. I deleted a lot of the pictures he took because well....my feet and legs were a fun thing for him to take pictures of. Silly men when handed a camera. :) Lets start with our island This is what it looked like before we started. Pretty but dark. You can read about it HERE And this is what it looks like now Our next step was doing the area around and above the stove. And this is where the tutorial begins. It's a wonderful area and I love it...but it didn't have the wow factor I wanted and all the details just blended in with everything else. Add to that, everything seemed so dark. And with the black appliances..well it needed to stand out. So we started with TSP...the super degreaser. This can be found in any home store..home depot, lowes, home hardware, canadian tire etc. Just mix according to instructions then scrub your cabinets to within an inch of their life! Hard work, but well worth the effort. After doing that I gave everything a light sanding. If you are using a chalk paint, you don't have to do this, but I did anyway since this is a kitchen and gets lots of heavy use. I removed everything that wasn't getting painted (drawers and doors that are beside it) The sanding doesn't have to be harsh (don't kill yourself over this part) After wiping all of it down again and vacuuming the corners that I couldn't get to with a cloth, I taped everything off. The prep takes lots of time and elbow grease but it's super important in order to get a good result in the end. Now the fun part starts. Laying down the paint :) After two coats of self made chalk paint (the colour is called "Off white" ) and a couple of touch ups, I was ready to sand it down. For me this is an important step. I love the smooth feel of cabinets and sanding it makes it feel like butter. :) So now I handed the camera off to hubby, and let him in on the fun. I mixed the brown I bought with glaze. Normally it's 4 parts glaze to 1 part paint, but I wanted lots of "open" time to this project so I think it was closer to 5-1 ratio. I don't have the exact name of the brown. All I did was go to Home Depot, grabbed a pile of samples, went to the best light I could find and started eliminating the ones with a red undertone. Red makes everything look "dirty" or like mud. Something we wanted to avoid. I filled a pail with water (warm since I hate having cold hands) dropped a rag in it to wipe away excess paint and then went nuts on the cabinets. Notice I edited the pics...no more pics of me in my ugly work clothes..lol Work in small areas so that the paint doesn't dry to quickly. The wet rag will help remove as much or as little as you want. After laying down the paint, work quickly to remove the high areas. You don't want to much paint on that. See how small the areas are that I work on? Remember to wring out the cloth often. It picks up a lot of paint and gets saturated quickly. Just keep working till you get the affect you want. Step back often to see where you may need more or less paint. The top is done..now to work on the bottom portion. I love the look :) After I was done with the glazing, I let everything dry well and then finished it all off with a highly durable Polyurethane. Then did a final sanding with a 320 grit sand paper. Removing the tape was the best part since that meant I was DONE! The min everything was back in place my daughter started making supper...one of the joys of having adult children...they share the cooking :) The finished product! Now for the next step...but that will be another post. Happy Sunday everyone :) Sharing: The Dedicated House Between Naps on the Porch Making the world Cuter Coastal Charm Our Delightful Home Knick of time Elizabeth & Co. Savvy Southern Style Domestically Speaking The Brambleberry Cottage From my Front Porch to Yours The Vintage Farmhouse
Missing hardware?? Don't buy new, you can make one to match!!! Easier than you think.
Ahh, the Dirty Cowboy…a great way to give your furniture some personality. That’s right… furniture. Is that not what you were expecting? What kind of blog do you think I’m running over here? So I didn’t entirely make this technique up, it is really just dry brushing… or antiquing, or distressing with stain, or a variety...
Learn how to transform an old beat up foot stool into a rustic and beautiful place to rest your feet! #DIY #furniture #repurpose #thriftstore #rustic #farmhous…
Antique look bookcase from Nuristan, Afghanistan. Very beautiful, rare and very solid oriental shelf from Afghanistan. Solid wood handcrafted and handcarved. This oriental cupboard shelf is truly unique. A dream from the kingdom of 1001 nights. It has beautiful oriental carvings. This massive living room shelf shows the highest craftsmanship of Afghan carpenters. This unique piece of jewelery is not an industrially manufactured mass-produced product, but rather high-quality craftsmanship with many lovingly crafted details. All parts are handcrafted from solid wood. The antique look with built-in signs of use (bumps, notches, rough processing, etc.) and the deliberately handcrafted processing make the furniture look like it was from the colonial country houses in the Orient. The furniture is handcrafted from solid wood. The wrought iron hinges, handles and decorative nails underline the centuries-old tradition of this furniture. Surface: glazed dark brown Practical: The furniture is delivered fully assembled! Execution: 1x shelf as in the picture Dimensions: shelf H/W/D: approx. 230/200/43 cm Surface: hand carved and glazed dark brown Offer without additional furniture and decoration Collection from us possible Important NOTE Please note that this piece of furniture is a one-of-a-kind item made of solid wood and not veneered mass-produced goods. Small irregularities and bumps (such as notches, cracks, color differences, etc.) can therefore occur and underline its individual character. Since solid wood reacts to the climatic conditions of its immediate surroundings, we would also like to point out that over the long service life of this piece of furniture it can happen that doors and drawers are difficult to open and close. Unfortunately, this cannot be prevented. **Due to photography and handwork, color variations may occur. *Real, oriental handicrafts are fundamentally different from mass-produced goods from the Far East. Each piece is a hand-made one-of-a-kind! Irregularities in shape, color or material are no reason for complaint. These properties make each individual item a collector's item and underline the authenticity of the goods. If you have any further questions about this article, please do not hesitate to contact us! We will send you more photos on request if required! The article can also be viewed with us after making an appointment by phone! Solid wood furniture Important information! General As a natural substance, wood needs care so that it retains its positive properties over the long term. When dealing with solid, naturally treated wooden furniture, there are a few things to consider: - Ensure regular ventilation in damp rooms. Excessively dry air also promotes warping of the solid wood parts - Ensure that the sun shines as evenly as possible when setting up the furniture. The wood will warp if it is improperly set up or stored in a damp or cold environment. Solid wood furniture should be set up in such a way that even sunlight is guaranteed and individual areas do not remain permanently in the shade while other areas are permanently exposed to the sun. In particular, extension leaves should be stored for at least 2 months after delivery under similar light conditions as the table itself, as the wood changes color slightly.
When the search for an oversized porch swing turned pricey, Hannah built a DIY hanging daybed for her porch so she can drink pink wine in style all summer.
I've got some really wonderful images for you today. They all come from some mid-1800's Peterson's magazines (again!). All of the No. images are actually the numbered parts of a pattern, but I thought the typography was so pretty and could be used on so many projects. Here's the pattern they came from. It's a pattern for a 'mantelet', which is a short cape. Are there any seamstresses out there who feel inspired to attempt this pattern? If so, I'd
Remember the guest bed I bought a few months ago? My mom and I found it at an antique store for $100. It needed a bit of gluing, but only on the decorative parts. The bed is very solid… …and I was totally in love with the curved footboard. Since 2002, I’ve been holding onto […]
Many of us swear by specific products. I’m a fan of many of them because what works on one brand of an antique sewing machine, is terrible on another (such as
Transform your old wooden furniture into stunning pieces with this simple and affordable homemade refinishing method. Get started today!
A blog about re-purposing vintage wood furniture, with many tutorials that include tips and tricks how to achieve the look you want in your décor.
It's time for Part Two of the French Provincial dresser makeover! Today we're adding layers of paint and highlights!
Edison Sconce - Industrial Furniture - Bulb Cage - Wall Sconce - Plug In Wall Lamp - Pendant Light - Model No. 0244 We brought simplicity and ease of installation to this industrial style wall sconce! This clever design lets you skip the direct wiring and place it virtually anywhere on your wall. The 12 foot cloth covered cord gives plenty of reach and actually becomes part of the design as it exits the sconce. An antique style porcelain socket dims a 60 watt squirrel cage Edison bulb that is included in your purchase. The pendant hangs from a black iron fixture and can be adjusted to hang at different heights depending on your needs. This design is not UL approved but does contain some UL listed parts. BULBS NOT INCLUDED Recommended Bulb: LED Edison 7w (60w) Bulbs for your light can be purchased in our Bulbs section Dimensions: Fixture Height: 9" Fixture Width: 3.5" Fixture Depth: 9" Bulb Cage: Height: 6.625" Width" 3.75" Cord Length: 12' Bulb: Height: 5" Width: 2" This lamp is compatible with plug-in dimmers. The cord On/Off switch does not dim the light. LAMP SPECS ------------------ Socket: Standard Medium Base (e26/e27) On/off type: In-Line On/Off switch on cord. Installation: Mount to the wall with provided self anchoring screws. This Light fixture is compatible with Incandescents, LEDs, Compact Fluorescents, or any other standard E26 base bulb up to 60 watts. In order to keep the lamp temperature cool, please use LED bulbs only. Please provide a physical address to qualify for free shipping. Due to package size, additional charges may apply for shipping to a P.O. Box. Don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions!
Bought this old belling piano for $120.00 for the sole purpose of making a Bar/drinks cabinet. But most say from the start, this project is not for the person looking for a quick project. You might want to search for a broken piano after you see this.
Featured here we have the La Rochelle French Bed, beautifully hand carved from mahogany and completed in a stunning antique white finish to give that Shabby Chic look. As one of our most popular ranges the La Rochelle collection ensures elegance and the utmost quality, and as seen here this Bed displays smooth curves with intricate ornate design allowing you to achieve that perfect boudoir feel. Whether this bed is purchased by itself or as part of the full breath taking La Rochelle bedroom Shabby Chic Furniture collection, we guarantee you're going to be pleased. Single Headboard Height: 142cm. Footboard Height: 106cm. Width: 109cm. Depth: 200cm. Under Bed Storage Height: 22cm. Double Headboard Height: 152cm. Footboard Height: 120cm. Width: 167cm. Depth: 200cm. Under Bed Storage Height: 22cm. King Size Headboard Height: 152cm. Footboard Height: 120cm. Width: 185cm. Depth: 210cm. Under Bed Storage Height: 22cm. Super King Headboard Height: 152cm. Footboard Height: 120cm. Width: 215cm. Depth: 210cm. Under Bed Storage Height: 22cm. All beds fit UK Standard Mattresses, sizes given include frame etc. La Rochelle furniture can also be co-ordinated and matched alongside pieces from the following additional collections; Estelle . Rococo. Baroque . Emmanuelle. Assembly Instructions Box Dimensions & Weights
QZ1106 Star Wall Sconce FEATURED: The custom Star Wall lamp combines the rugged strength line with high end design. This is where form meets function – This Lamp inspired by a desire for clean and simple lines while withstanding all forms from “mother nature”. These fixtures not only have aesthetic appeal, but will be able to perform in the most demanding applications. We take extra pride in providing these durable lighting solutions that always perform while “looking good.” A large majority of our fixtures are available in LED. DESCRIPTION: Collection: Contemporary Size: 20” Diameter x 2.5” Height (Custom sizes also available) Shape: Star Frame Finish: Antique Gold (Different finish options available at no additional cost) Materials: Brass Weight: 6 lbs Extension: Wall Mount Bulbs: 4 Lights 20 Watt 110 V USA/220 V Europe LED (included) Assembly: Fully assembled Dimmer Switch Compatible: Yes Shipping: Free Door-To-Door Shipping Worldwide! Rush Order: 4-6 Weeks; 15% added to total Regular Lead Time: 6-10 Weeks Warranty: 5 Years Full Coverage (includes parts replacement) SIZE OPTIONS: Size: Price: 10” Diameter x 1.5” Height $850.00 15” Diameter x 2.0” Height $1,470.00 20” Diameter x 2.5” Height $1,925.00 25” Diameter x 3.0” Height $2,410.00 30” Diameter x 3.5” Height $2,980.00 CUSTOM SIZES, FINISHES, COLORS AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST
I use the word Distress loosely, It’s one of those blanket terms for “scrape, scratch, hurt, dent, damage, chip” when referring to paint…. you get the idea.So,…
Whether you’re a beginning woodworker crafting a few pieces for your home or a seasoned professional making furniture for a living, this trio of plans will do nicely.
