Tuesday, January 3, 2012

White Delight

We found a jewel on Craigslist this past summer.  I loved the mirror so much I decided to keep her.  The dresser and mirror together were a $75 bundle.








She sat in the garage for all of autumn, because I just didn't have time for her.  Once I had decided to keep her, I had to get other jobs done first.  Isn't that how it always goes? 








The mirror is utter romance.  Just look at it.








I love my metal bench reflected in the mirror here.








The age and crackle of the mirror is what sold me.  I have not ever seen a mirror on a piece of furniture like this that was this far gone.  Infact, it looks even older in person.  My photos really don't do her justice to her beauty.








Originally, I purchased the dresser with an oak finish.  It was nice and clean, but I'm not that into oak right now, so I whitewashed her in more of a rustic style to blend with my front room decor.








The top trim on the mirror.








And here, reflecting my front room again.
She's going to be the perfect spot for collections and seasonal displays.


Sharing this week with:

Nifty Thrifty Tueday at Coastal Charm
Piece of Work Wednesday at Primitive and Proper
White Wednesday at Faded Charm
{PRIMP} Primp Your Stuff Wednesday
Vintage Inspiration Friday at Common Ground
Inspiration Friday at the Picket Fence
Feather Your Nest Friday at French Country Cottage

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32 comments:

  1. KelleyJanuary 3, 2012 at 8:29 AM

    Your dresser is wonderful...lucky find!!!!!

    xoxo kelley

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  2. UnknownJanuary 3, 2012 at 8:39 AM

    A lovely piece and I especially like how you distressed the detail on the mirror. What a great find!

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  3. Barb January 3, 2012 at 8:47 AM

    Hi Andrea, the dresser is wonderful and you are so right, the mirror is totally romantic. You did a great job.

    Happy New Year!

    Barb

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  4. Linda @ Life and LindaJanuary 3, 2012 at 8:48 AM

    It turned out stunning! What a difference to white wash it. It now has a very romantic elegant look.

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  5. Grandma Barb's This and ThatJanuary 3, 2012 at 9:14 AM

    Andrea, you have turned it into a beautiful piece! I love it. What a great find.
    Barb

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  6. Donna@anangloinquébecJanuary 3, 2012 at 9:38 AM

    Lovely!! REally nice! I love it when a piece comes together like this. Great find

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  7. Katie @ Wildwood CreekJanuary 3, 2012 at 10:17 AM

    Ohhh, she's a stunner! I would have kept this one, too!

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  8. Linda@Coastal CharmJanuary 3, 2012 at 10:19 AM

    What an awesome $75 deal you got on this piece...her makeover looks outstanding and thanks for sharing at my party.

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  9. SylviaJanuary 3, 2012 at 10:55 AM

    You had me at "jewel on craigslits"...complete romance for sure!!!

    Your new follower,
    Sylvia

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  10. AnonymousJanuary 3, 2012 at 12:10 PM

    Hello ... it's nice to meet and follow you.
    stop by sometime.


    ciao bella
    Creative Carmelina

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  11. fleurcottageJanuary 3, 2012 at 2:13 PM

    oh, i love this! finds like these are sooo fun & it reflects the beauty of your home!

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  12. Myric January 3, 2012 at 5:15 PM

    I love how it turned out!

    It is very nice to meet you! I am a new follower!

    xoxo
    Myric

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  13. Sissie's Shabby CottageJanuary 3, 2012 at 7:04 PM

    I love your beautiful dresser and the patina on the mirror is so wonderful.
    thanks for becoming a new follower on my blog and thanks for the nice comment. I'm following you too and will be back often.

    hugs
    Sissie

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  14. Carol-AnneJanuary 3, 2012 at 7:24 PM

    Gorgeous!

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  15. Red Rose AlleyJanuary 3, 2012 at 7:59 PM

    Andrea,
    You found a treasure there. The mirror is so romantic and unique. What a great space to display holiday decor. You should show it again with all your Valentine lovelies.
    ~Sheri at Red Rose Alley

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  16. Vintage HomeJanuary 4, 2012 at 4:20 AM

    Oh wow that mirror is amazing!

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  17. Cassie BustamanteJanuary 4, 2012 at 10:48 AM

    wow, andrea! that is just beautiful! and YES on that mirror! i hate when clients want to get new mirrors put in their pieces- i am like can't you see the charm and history??? anyhow, amazing!

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  18. LorraineJanuary 4, 2012 at 2:47 PM

    Wow, good call painting the dresser and mirror white, it changes everything! Simply beautiful, great job!

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  19. Sandi~A Cottage MuseJanuary 4, 2012 at 3:38 PM

    That is a fabulous piece...what a lucky find!!

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  20. Shabby chic SandyJanuary 4, 2012 at 6:25 PM

    Beautiful dresser--you did an amazing job on it!

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  21. Rose Garden RomanticJanuary 4, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    She looks gorgeous in white!!
    Michelle

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  22. MelissaJanuary 5, 2012 at 9:03 AM

    So pretty! Love the mirror!!

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  23. Pam KesslerJanuary 5, 2012 at 2:43 PM

    I can see why you fell in love with that mirror. Very pretty and aged to perfection. Great job on the whitewash.

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  24. Heaven's WalkJanuary 5, 2012 at 6:37 PM

    Gorgeous, Andrea! I love this piece!!! You did a wonderful job painting and distressing her. :)

    xoxo laurie

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  25. Shabby chic SandyJanuary 5, 2012 at 7:04 PM

    I love this dresser and the mirror is amazing! That was quite a find!

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  26. Rosemary@villabarnesJanuary 5, 2012 at 9:23 PM

    I love that crackle in the mirror. Wonderful makeover. The paint choice was perfect for it.

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  27. THE FARMHOUSE PORCHJanuary 6, 2012 at 9:04 AM

    So cute!!! Love that patina on the mirror!
    ♥Linsey

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  28. Debra@CommonGroundJanuary 6, 2012 at 9:30 PM

    Hi Andrea, this piece is one that I could fall for!! I just love your paint technique. I thought the paint was original at first. Great Job! so glad you linked up for the party! xo

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  29. Have a Daily Cup of Mrs. OlsonJanuary 7, 2012 at 10:06 PM

    Hi Andrea, Oh how I love this piece! The mirror, yes, yes is absolutely wondeerful! What a great job you did painting both pieces. Love the white. Where are you putting this sweet piece? Hope to see a post of it in it's new home.
    Jann

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  30. Kelli @ The Loss CauseJanuary 8, 2012 at 12:59 AM

    I love this and want it! Great job!

    PS I'd pick the 'earth and sky' pallet too. :)

    Kelli

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  31. Low Tide High StyleJanuary 8, 2012 at 1:49 PM

    Wow, that was some find for only $75. I love the mirror too, and the white really makes the whole piece more beautiful!

    Kat :)

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  32. KelseyJanuary 13, 2012 at 9:04 PM

    WOWWW!!! I'm in love with that dresser...that mirror...SWOON! You did a great job bringing the character out. Thanks so much for stopping by my blog...and for your sweet comment on my hutch. :)

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