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4/6/09

Trash 2 Treasure Tuesday~

And also..........................
Here is a little bowed front cabinet that I picked up for $12.... I paid about $10 more than I wanted to, but thats how it goes sometimes! When I bought it it was stained very dark. Of course the minute I've gotten it painted I realized I should have taken a before photo! Anywho--- I lightened it up by painting it pink!
I then added some paper to the inside/back of the cabinet. The paper I used was some scented dresser drawer paper that I picked up from a thrift store (brand new in the box) for $2. I used an antique wash (glue/sealer) over the top of the paper to yellow it up a bit and to seal the paper.I added some lace around the edge of the two shelves...On the back of this cabinet I used some reproduction catalog pages that was made into wrapping paper...another thrifted find @ .95cents! The wood on the back of this cabinet was still very "grainy" like it needed to be sanded-- so I opted to cover it with old looking paper. The bow of the cabinet makes it perfect for holding a cup & saucer.... these both were sent to me in different internet swaps. If you wish to view more Trash to Treasure you can find more at Kari & Kijsa's blog. Also, Diane's blog "A Picture is worth $1,000 Words" hosts this event as well as Kim whose blog is called "Reinvented"! Go check them all out! If you have linked to my blog and wish to have a lookie-lou around.... you can click here.

12 comments:

  1. I love this, Cheryl! Very cute and clever... and I love what you did on the back!

    Happy Second Time Around...

    XO,

    Sheila :-)

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  2. Your cabinet looks so great, Cheryl! Wonderful work!

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  3. Totally love it! Happy Trashin Tuesday!

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  4. OHH! I think this is soooo cute! I love what you did with it!

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  5. I love the pink color and even to decorate the back!! Clever I tell ya.
    Blessings
    Roxanne

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  6. Fantastic - I never think to paint things pink but it would look lovely in my blue and white bedroom! I love any kind of enclosed case (less dust!)

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  7. That my friend is darling.you made a masterpiece out of it.i would LOVE to have it.well done...Ann

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  8. great job, the cabinet is adorable. Thanks for linking to my party!

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  9. Hi Cheryl,
    I love the pink color! And the wrapping paper is perfect for the back!

    Thanks so much for being a part of 2nd Time Around!

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  10. Found you via Kimm's place. That cabinet is adorable! Love the changes you made. = )

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  11. Oh, I have a friend with a life size version of this. This is so cute! I love how the paper you've used looks like antique wallpaper! A very cute way to display teacups.

    Robin

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~Cheryl