Silver saves the day
25 Oct
You probably remember the hard work that was required refinishing this desk…
and the ugly red/orange paint debacle I shared with you yesterday.
But on to happier times…
This desk that once saw tragedy is now a beautiful piece of work – in silver.
Martha Stewart Precious Metals Paint in the shade Silver Leaf finished off with Valspar antiquing glaze in Asphaltum.
Miraculously, the glass top survived our move from Los Angeles.
Here she sits alone in my office that will be decorated soon.
I just love her.
She’s a beautiful deep silver and the antiquing gives emphasis to all her curves and features…ornate feet, round sides and deep grooves.
This room is a little sitting area attached to our master bedroom. It will serve as my office and also as my dressing room. I can’t wait to blog away on my laptop here….or maybe also use her as make-up vanity. I can sit here like a queen for a day and powder my nose.
This area is still a blank canvas and needs lots of work. I haven’t really done much other than hang two pictures. So much to do including finding a chair and decorating more. I am thinking of making it very glam with a gallery of large ornate frames on a wall and maybe adding a fluffy rug.
If you are interested in using the Martha Stewart Precious Metals paint, it was a dream to work with in terms of quality and rich color choices.
However the metallic paint easily leaves brush and roller marks. I used a small dense foam roller designed to leave minimal marks and still had to be very cautious.
I found it best to use exceptionally thin layers to help reduce marks.
So I am dying to know…what do you think?! Do you like the silver?
The silver is beautiful! Love the idea of using this space as a glam office/dressing room.
Thanks Katie!! The area is an entry way to our master bedroom… so not sure how my husband will feel about walking into a frilly room every day but guess he’ll have to get over it. ha!
Be still my heart!! What a stunningly beautifully designed desk…your upcycle is FABULOUS!
Deborah ♥ (visiting happily from http://upcyclingmylife.blogspot.com/... hope you’ll drop by and say hi!)
The desk looks awesome like it was meant to be the way it is now! What I want to know and please write me the answer at my e-mail where did you get the sofa. I need a new sofa and I have looked everywhere I want that one!
Thanks Janet! I have had that couch for probably at 7-8 years! It still looks like new because no one will sit in it because it is so uncomfortable. It is probably the most uncomfortable and awkward couch I’ve ever sat on. But I’ve kept it because I love how it looks! It is the prettiest color and the fabric on it is gorgeous – it’s a rich velvety soft fabric. I bought it in at Eurway in Austin, Texas. I am not sure if they have other locations. Their website is http://www.eurway.com/ Good luck! –Angie
Oh, yes! I LOVE the silver! It’s so glam in the best of ways. Now I want a silver desk…
i’m not usually a commenter, but I must say that silver dresser is fabulous. my children and current housing lacks the space, thus preventing me from taking on such a task. I am envious.
Thanks so much for commenting Molly!! It makes our day!!!
xoxo, Carrie and Angie
wow, love the color. I’ve never seen a desk like that, with feet.
Thanks Momma Hen! I found it at the huge Rose Bowl flea market in Pasadena and JUST had to have it! I have never seen one like it before either. I think I’ll probably keep it forever!
i LOOOOOOVE the silver! and that desk is just AH-mazing!
totally impressed,
amy
Love it! it looks gorgeous. all the hardwork paid off.
BEAUTIFUL! Actually it is not just beautiful it is stunning. Fantastic job and what a labor of love too. Question. I just went looking for some tinted glaze and could not find any at Home Depot. Where did you get yours from?
Thanks so much for linking up to Strictly Homemade Tuesday. This is such a wonderful piece to share!
This is stunning! Very reminiscent of Restoration Hardware! I will be stealing your paint combination to see if I can’t recreate that beautiful silver finish…this is so beautiful! Great job!
I love the color! I was actually just looking at several of these Martha colors! The choices are fabulous!
Oh yes, I looooove the desk!! I’ve not tried the paint but now I can’t wait to give it a go!! Thanks for sharing the paint tips!
wow- so glamorous with that shape, those feet, and that awesome silver finish! beautiful work!
Very chic and the feet are definitely a conversation piece. Great transformation
Absolutely salivating!
stupendous!
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are you kidding?! i LOVE the silver! new reader. found you via kindra’s tuesday link party.
Thanks Ashlee! We are a new reader to your blog as well! Love your new header – totally hilarious! I think my husband could say the same for my garage. – Angie
It certainly does look fit for a queen!! Beautiful job!! Bet you can’t wait to style it up, if you haven’t already!
Thanks Courtney, I have it blinged out already… and I do feel like a queen sitting there! I didn’t know it was possible to love a piece of furniture so much! -Angie
Love the silver..looks amazing. Love the woman & wine painting! I have several pieces from Kathy!
Thanks Kristy!! Several pieces!??!? You lucky little thing!!! My Women & Wine is my most prize possession on earth. Even though I’m happy married, it reminds me of my prior life of going out with my girlfriends, drinking a million sugary cocktails and dancing all night. It was so much fun and we didn’t have a care in the world back then! The girls in the painting remind me of us..getting all dolled up and having the time of our lives. Maybe one day, I’ll splurge and get another Kathy Womack! – Angie
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