Friday, December 21, 2012

1930s China Cabinet Update

I was hoping to finish this project before Christmas but I've decided it isn't going to happen. Some of the hardware I ordered is back ordered so I will just have to wait.
So for those of you that have been checking on my progress, I will give you a sneak peek.


To refresh your memory, here is a "before" picture.


I decided to paint the outside of the cabinet Heirloom White. On the inside I used Bird Song Blue.
This has been a big project.
So far I've worked about 20 hours but it will be so worth it when I'm finished.



 

Mr. Shabby did a wonderful job repairing the broken/missing fretwork.
After I painted the cabinet, I lightly distressed it.
I wasn't sure if I should distress the fretwork or not but it looked "too new" after I painted it.
A talented friend of mine suggested I add a little of the blue to the inside edges.
I pretty much had to distress it to make it look right.




The fretwork on this piece is just beautiful.
As soon as I finish this project I will be sure to show it to you.


                                                                         
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  1. UnknownDecember 21, 2012 at 3:21 PM

    That is a huge project but it sure is looking nice-don't you hate it when something is delayed and all you want to do is finish?

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    1. Connie@shabbyforsureDecember 23, 2012 at 8:53 AM

      Hi Ellie, Yes, but I just have to be patient. Thanks for stopping by...Connie

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  2. Mom E. December 23, 2012 at 12:31 AM

    I am excited to see you complete this project because I have a project similar to it! I have an armoire I am going to be painting after it gets "tuned up" and everything all tight and settled. My hubby made some shelves in it and I am happy about those! I will be posting about it as well!
    Happy Hearts at Christmas!
    Betsy

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    1. Connie@shabbyforsureDecember 23, 2012 at 8:55 AM

      Hi Betsy, Can't wait to see the armoire! Thanks for stopping by...Connie

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  3. Debbie-Dabble Blog and A Debbie-Dabble ChristmasJanuary 4, 2013 at 7:18 AM

    Hello!!
    Thanks so much for your visit to my blog. I am sorry that it took me so long to get back to you. I LOVE your makeover here!! I have signed up to follow you and i hope you will consider following Debbie-Dabble.
    Happy New Year!

    Hugs,
    Debbie

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    1. Connie@shabbyforsureJanuary 10, 2013 at 7:05 AM

      Hi Debbie, Thanks for following. I am now following you, too...Connie

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