Tuesday, February 28, 2012

Craig's List Buffet Redo

Sorry I have been away so long.  There seems to be so much to do and so little time to do it lately.  I did however want to show you my latest project.  


I found this wonderful buffet on Craig's list a few months ago for $80.00.  Here is a picture of how it looked before the miracle of white paint.


Can you see how rough the finish was?  Especially the top of the buffet.  There were chips out of the top and water stains.

Now here is what the buffet looks like after just one coat of paint,


and a little sanding.


I was going for that wonderful white, chippy look.  Before I put the paint on I sanded the whole piece lightly, the top I sanded a bit more to try to even it out before I painted it. I think it turned out pretty well.  It was a quick, easy project.  I topped it off with a burlap runner, a 3-tier plate, and a crate of silver platters.  All garage sale finds I might add.


Posted by at
Labels:

28 comments:

  1. DebbieFebruary 28, 2012 at 12:21 PM

    It's just wonderful! I had that notion in my head for a piece that we had around here a few years ago. Unfortunately, it turned out to be a hot mess of a piece of furniture and didn't live up to my expectations.

    I love yours, and I think what you did on top of it is perfect.

    ReplyDelete
  2. Alison AgnewFebruary 28, 2012 at 1:44 PM

    your new
    old buffet
    now looks white
    and full of character

    thanks for sharing!

    alison

    ReplyDelete
  3. Beth @A Little Country HouseFebruary 28, 2012 at 2:54 PM

    love it! love to find a bargain and make it look like a million! great job!

    ReplyDelete
  4. DebbiedoosFebruary 28, 2012 at 3:58 PM

    What a gorgeous piece!

    ReplyDelete
  5. Shabby chic SandyFebruary 28, 2012 at 6:26 PM

    That is one beautiful buffet! You did a great job :)

    ReplyDelete
  6. Michele M./ Finch RestFebruary 28, 2012 at 7:25 PM

    Oh isn't that fabulous!??

    You did an AMAZING job with that - and what a bargain!

    WELL DONE!!!! Love it!

    ReplyDelete
  7. A Ruffled NestFebruary 29, 2012 at 7:46 AM

    Wow what a treasure for 80.00!!! It turned out beautiful.

    Sherrie

    ReplyDelete
  8. Highpoint CircleFebruary 29, 2012 at 4:08 PM

    Thanks for stopping by and leaving a sweet comment, but then, that's who you are! Your buffet looks great anywhere you want to put it!

    ReplyDelete
  9. ReviFebruary 29, 2012 at 8:44 PM

    It looks great! Nice work. :)
    -Revi

    ReplyDelete
  10. DebbieFebruary 29, 2012 at 9:03 PM

    I love old buffets, and this one looks wonderful!
    You did a great job on this.

    ReplyDelete
  11. UnknownMarch 1, 2012 at 4:31 PM

    Wow! That's a great price and a great Redo! It looks lovely!
    XO Cindy

    ReplyDelete
  12. Happy To Be/ Gl♥riaMarch 1, 2012 at 6:26 PM

    Just beautiful my friend..Thanks for sharing..Hugs and smiles Gloria

    ReplyDelete
  13. chateau chicMarch 1, 2012 at 7:19 PM

    Your buffet turned out to well. It looks fresh and updated.
    I'm a new Linky follower, Mary Alice

    ReplyDelete
  14. Patti @ Pandoras BoxMarch 1, 2012 at 8:15 PM

    What a lovely piece of furniture that you transformed - just beautiful!

    ReplyDelete
  15. MegMarch 2, 2012 at 12:12 PM

    This turned out so lovely! I'm your newest follower. I would love a follow in return and I would love if you linked this up to my little party: http://www.nutmegplace.com/2012/03/showoff-saturday-4.html

    Hope to see you there!

    ReplyDelete
  16. Honey at 2805March 2, 2012 at 6:15 PM

    Love this redo! Gorgeous! It's now a piece of art! Thank you for sharing your creativity at Potpourri Friday at 2805!

    ReplyDelete
  17. Shanon at Vintage Sparkle ChicMarch 2, 2012 at 7:04 PM

    Gorgeous redo! Found you from 2805 and newly following both your linky and google! I'm off to check out your archives.

    ~Shanon

    ReplyDelete
  18. AnonymousMarch 2, 2012 at 7:20 PM

    You did a very nice renovation of the buffet. I do like white furniture very much these past years. I seem to have changed my decor tastes.
    I have a small end table with dropped leaves I've been wanting to do that to.

    Blessings,
    Marianne

    ReplyDelete
  19. UnknownMarch 3, 2012 at 7:02 AM

    Your buffet turned out absolutely beautiful!

    ReplyDelete
  20. Courtney ~ French Country CottageMarch 3, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    So charming! Thanks for linking up at Feathered Nest Friday!

    ReplyDelete
  21. Renee @ Rustic Crafts and Chic DecorMarch 3, 2012 at 1:04 PM

    First of all, I love your blog and am a new follower :) This project looks fantastic - I love the new white paint. I started a new themed link party just for rustic, recycled and shabby chic projects. I would love to have you share this - http://rustic-crafts.com/?p=5878

    ReplyDelete
  22. DeeMarch 3, 2012 at 3:36 PM

    I just finished nearly the identical buffet in butter yellow. These always look so beutiful painted. Thanks for sharing. Nice job! Dee from mypaintedstuff.blogspot.com

    ReplyDelete
  23. Leena Milligan LanteigneMarch 4, 2012 at 2:16 AM

    I love what you did with the buffet - and such a bargain! It looks beautiful and the silver trays in the crate are so pretty! I love old trays and platters! Found your blog through Feathered Nest Fridays and will be following and enjoying reading more. Feel free to drop by and see me - pinkcherubmoon.blogspot.com. Hugs, Leena

    ReplyDelete
  24. MimiMarch 4, 2012 at 4:50 AM

    Looks great. Especially love the silver trays in the crate.

    ReplyDelete
  25. Something SpecialMarch 4, 2012 at 11:55 PM

    Love the look, as I have one similar to this, only not painted. thanks for sharing

    ReplyDelete
  26. AnonymousMarch 6, 2012 at 7:08 PM

    What a fabulous transformation! I love it.

    ReplyDelete
  27. UnknownMarch 7, 2012 at 12:29 AM

    What a great buffet....had such great bones to start with and really came ALIVE with you makeover...So glad you stopped in at Starview Sonnet...I'm happy to be among your followers now

    Can't wait to see more!

    Cori

    ReplyDelete
  28. DeseraeMarch 10, 2012 at 11:15 PM

    It turned out amazing!!! Love the crate of silver trays too....very pretty!
    Have a great weekend :o)
    ~Des

    PS. I am now following you on Google...hope you
    will follow me back :o)

    ReplyDelete

Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom)
Related Posts Plugin for WordPress, Blogger...