Tuesday, August 9, 2011

In White

After making a few changes, I decided to do my nesting tables in white.

The before.


I loved the shape, but what I didn't like were the tiny trim pieces on top. I didn't think they were substantial enough, and one of the pieces was broken. So, I just removed them all, and added a larger, ornate backsplash.


It makes a much better statement now. I started with grey primer, and did multiple layers of washing and drybrushing with white gesso and paint.





I like it in black and white too.



Coming up next, a footstool redesign.



Sharing With:
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35 comments:

  1. Oh you were definitely spot on to do the statement piece at the back. That makes an even bigger difference than the white does, which also makes a big difference. So gorgeous!!

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  2. Oh I'm swooning Rosemary, how is it possible that each thing is more beautiful than the next...WOW they are gorgeous. Love the piece added to the back, its perfection.

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  3. So beautiful! The new embellishment adds a lot.

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  4. Rosemary, I have got to try your gesso technique because everything you do with it turns out so bootiful!

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  5. like I asked earlier ... do you sleep?

    save me some goodies!!

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  6. Nice..those are great! Still waiting on lacquer to dry on mine.. I hope I finish it this weekend.. for pete's sake taking me forever.

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  7. Oh my Rosemary, they are so beautiful!! You did an amazing job!
    I love your blog and thank you so much for stopping by my blog and for your lovely comment!
    Have a wonderful night.
    Sincerely,
    Melinda

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  8. Rosemary,
    The piece on the back makes so much more of a statement! Love the color and how they turned out, fabulous! You always do the best stuff! Glad you stopped by!
    Rebecca

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  9. You clever girl! What an eye you have for spotting the diamond in the rough, and transforming it with your attention to detail. Love it!
    Patti

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  10. of course I love the white, the added piece really does make an elegant statement, can't wait to see the foot stool! xoxo Debra

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  11. Once again, a beautiful, inspiring job! You are so talented! ~Leena~

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  12. Rosemary, you are a busy lady! Every time I turn around you have something new... I want to be as energetic as you!

    Trino

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  13. The tables look great, and I can tell I will love the footstool based on the teaser photo!!!

    Congrats on your WUW feature!

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  14. I think you are probably right about that piece being a smoking stand. I never thought of that and it makes the most sense. A lightbulb went on when I read your comment and I'm sure I've seen something similar years ago. I love how your nesting tables turned out, that beautiful trim really sets it all off! Thanks for stopping by my blog...
    Faye

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  15. Spectacular! I like your idea of removing the trim. Much better. :)

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  16. I like the new back splash better too..like you say, it makes more of a statement..and it just looks prettier!..
    best,
    maureen

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  17. Those are just adorable but the perfect touch...yours!!! Love the added molding!

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  18. I love how your tables came out! Sooo pretty. I am your newest follower and will be back to say hello and see what else you are up to:)
    ~Debra xxx
    Capers of the vintage vixens

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  19. I really love these tables. I will be looking for some at my usual haunts.

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  20. These turned out so beautifully. I love the embellishment piece on the back.

    Happy White Wednesday.

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  21. The "nesters" are lovely!! Great job and love the white!! Stop by for a visit when you have time!!

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  22. girl you are busy but a good busy

    they are to die for gorgeous

    love the nestlers


    Janice

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  23. Gosh, girl, you just blow me away with your talents. These nesting tables are some of the prettiest ones I've ever seen. Wonderful!

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  24. How did I miss these?? I clicked on your header and it only took me to last Thursday. I guess Blogger is having more issues! Anyways beautiful nesting tables! Thanx for linking up to Treasure Hnt Thursday! Also glad to see you have indeed been around and that I just missed ya!

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  25. Rosemary, they are so beautiful!! you did such gorgeous job!

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  26. Wow! That backsplash element really defines the piece! They're gorgeous, as usual! Thanks for sharing.

    xoxo
    Kathleen

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  27. Rosemary,
    This look wonderful! Love the statement piece, it makes all the difference! Very nice! Thanks for linking it to Home Sweet Home!
    Sherry

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  28. Those nesting tables have the best SHAPE I've ever seen--usually nesting tables are so squared up and boring...these are curvey and lovely!

    Nice job :)

    Visiting from Miss Mustard Seed's Linky Party today.

    ~Suzanne in IL

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  29. My my my my my! A beautiful job on those beautiful tables!

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  30. Great find and a beautiful make-over. I love those legs

    jumped over from MMS party

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  31. These are beautiful! Love the look of nesting tables.

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  32. So pretty! Love the little piece you added to the back.

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