Before and After

This little side table was a donation from my neighbours. They decided they didn't need it any more and wanted me to reinvent it in some way. The finish on it was mostly well preserved except for the black burn mark on the top. I hoped that the damage was only on the surface but once I stripped the varnish I noticed that it had damaged the wood. I didn't want to paint the entire piece and came up with the design for the top that would at the same time mask the burn mark.

I used an old Pantone chip to create an octagonal shape that I then traced on surface creating a random pattern.

Each octagon was then taped off to allow for a seamless colouring.

And here is the finished product. I used soft yellow, vibrant green, shimmering brown and light grey colour combo.  Wondering if the neighbour may want it back.

Introducing Green Secretary Desk

Cute or what? This green secretary desk will infuse a bundle of freshness and joy in your space. Ideal for those tiny corners of your home. Be creative, use it in the bedroom as a side table, or in the kitchen for quick trips into the cyber space while cooking. In the hallway it can be a perfect catch all for all the tiny things you carry in your pockets including, change, keys or mail.

Dimensions are as follows

H 39 3/4" x D 22" x W 31"

Desk portion:

H 30" x H 24 3/4" W 24"

There is a small discount for buying this piece off the blog directly ($295 CND vs $275 US). Price does not include shipping/customs processing so please contact me for rates. Free delivery within Greater Toronto Area.

Robin's Egg Painted Desk with Built-In Shelf

Between home improvements (one major one on the go and to be revealed when completed) and custom orders I managed to squeeze in one quick desk makeover. It is painted a perfect shade of robin's egg blue and accessorized with wooden yellow pulls. Listed on Etsy and eligible for the ongoing 25% Holiday sale promo. Check out the Sale details here.

Mustard Yellow Writing Desk (yet another milk paint project)

I sat on this piece for a while unsure of which direction to go with it. Original thought was grey, then that changed to green and once I fell in love with the mustard yellow milk paint finish I knew that nothing else would cut it. So here it is, all mustardy and elegant with an unexpected touch of folky painted knobs. For more info and dimensions, check out my Etsy shop.