Molly Susan Strong

Tuesday, January 25, 2011

Rustic Cabinet Redo


SO I fell in love with this piece...
It started like this....

I added a decorative key hole cover 
or escutcheon

 It was brass so I painted it as well.
I started with a dry brush 
of a dusty aqua...
Added a coat of white and umber 
in key places...
corners of doors, around key hole.
A French panel mimicked from 
a 17th century design
I then hand painted on the doors.

I used a mix of umber and white 
and a bright white 
to hand paint the panel.


I shaded with a deeper aqua 
and then the chocolate glaze 
to add dimension.
Then a major sanding to let 
the wood come thru.
Next a chocolate glaze over the entire piece 
and rubbed with a damp soft cloth 
to really embed the glaze. 
Lastly, a paste wax for a soft durable finish.

Waaa Laaa...
a rustic French cabinet 
for our next sale at 
Chartreuse & Co.

 (Kitty looks disturbed!)
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Molly

http://www.domestically-speaking.com/








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38 comments:

  1. Cassie BustamanteJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    it looks beautiful, molly! fabulous colors and finish! hope it finds a new home this weekend- good luck!

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  2. UnknownJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:17 PM

    did you hear me gasp? this just took my breathe away!! i'm in love! fantastic!

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  3. Christine@Sally,Ry,andLaLaJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:21 PM

    It's gorgeous!

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  4. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:44 PM

    Molly, The cabinet is gorgeous! I love the hand painting on the doors. I was at Chartreuse last Friday morning. I looked for you and I am so sorry I missed you. Maybe at the next sale?
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  5. Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.January 25, 2011 at 5:49 PM

    It's beautiful, Molly! Clearly lots of layers of love went into this project. Hope it's warmer in the barn next month!

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  6. Anita @ GoingALittleCoastalJanuary 25, 2011 at 5:55 PM

    So pretty! You did a great job painting those doors. I thought it was molding! Love the color too. Wish I lived nearby.

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  7. DonnaJanuary 25, 2011 at 6:02 PM

    What a beauty Mol! This one won't be around the barn for long!! See ya Thursday.

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  8. Beans and ButtonsJanuary 25, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    I LOVE LOVE LOVE this!! Definitely one of your best yet! Miss ya!

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  9. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:42 AM

    Molly, that is gorgeous. I love all the layers you added and love the design on the doors. Thanks so much for sharing this at the party.

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  10. UnknownJanuary 26, 2011 at 6:53 AM

    that is so cute!!!

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  11. Simply BungalowJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:22 AM

    So Beautiful! What a wonderful transformation.
    ~Heidi

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  12. Jane @ Jane's Junk and TreasuresJanuary 26, 2011 at 8:30 AM

    Beautiful!!!!
    Love it!!!!
    Love the key hole!

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  13. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJanuary 26, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Hi there~ This is just beautiful!! I love the color and details you chose- following you along- stopping by from Kim's B&A party- nice to meet you! :)

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  14. Fishtail CottageJanuary 26, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Lovely! The color is darling...xoxo

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  15. ChrissyJanuary 26, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    Oh this is just beautiful, what a great artisit you are. I just found your blog from Savvy Souther Style and now am a follower.

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  16. foreverdecoratingJanuary 27, 2011 at 12:54 PM

    Too bad you are so far away since this piece would be MINE! Love it!!!

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  17. Inspired by youJanuary 27, 2011 at 1:30 PM

    Amazing! I love the color. You did an excellent job hand painting the doors! How talented!

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  18. decorating diva {aka deanna}January 27, 2011 at 4:08 PM

    that is soooo beautiful! i am so drawn to aqua these days, especially when it's glazed and distressed! love it!

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  19. Full of GraceJanuary 27, 2011 at 5:09 PM

    Wow, that is GORGEOUS!!! Wonderful Job!!! :)

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  20. Sue@Uniquely ChicJanuary 27, 2011 at 6:16 PM

    OOhhhhhh love that finish! What a great transformation!!

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  21. AnonymousJanuary 27, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    It is stunning..like at piece of ART...Love it.

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  22. BrandiJanuary 28, 2011 at 5:55 AM

    Your blog background is so pretty! You did such a nice job on your cabinet! I love the mix of colors!

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  23. Megan GunyanJanuary 28, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    Um, wow! That looks amazing. You did a wonderful job hand-painting the design, too! I love it. Great job!
    I hope you can join my link party today! All participants are eligible to win #130 to CSN stores.com! alittleknickknack.blogspot.com
    Have a wonderful day!

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  24. UnknownJanuary 28, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    Oh WOW you are more than talented ! You are a genius !
    I would love if you link this and any French inspired post to the French Obsession on Feb 1st.
    People would love to discover your blog and talent !
    XO
    Frenchy
    http://lechateaudesfleurs.blogspot.com/

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  25. Honey at 2805January 28, 2011 at 6:27 PM

    Molly, the cabinet is gorgeous! You did a fabulous job. I've just become happily become your latest follower.

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  26. UnknownJanuary 29, 2011 at 9:14 AM

    Wow! So many coats and colors, but it looks sensational! Love the panels! You're very talented!

    Would love for you to drop by this weekend and join Passion for Paint!

    http://muralmaker1.blogspot.com

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  27. Paula ~ castleandcottagesignsJanuary 30, 2011 at 5:08 AM

    just gorgeous Molly! how can you part with it??

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  28. AmandaJanuary 30, 2011 at 10:52 AM

    You've done a fab job, love the colour!

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  29. JenniferJanuary 30, 2011 at 3:31 PM

    Hi I am a new follower ~ I love love love this cabinet! It looks amazing :0)

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  30. UnknownJanuary 30, 2011 at 7:43 PM

    I love the blue that you chose to use to refinish this piece and the way you highlighted all of the detail...simply beautiful!

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  31. UnknownFebruary 1, 2011 at 12:06 AM

    Molly, you make great things look beautiful! Thank you so much for linking up to my blog bash K.I.S.S., your creativity is truly inspiring. Please consider linking up your wonderful shops to my new link, The Homespun Slate @ The Tattered Tag. :)

    http://thetatteredtag.blogspot.com

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  32. savvycityfarmerFebruary 1, 2011 at 9:48 AM

    here's my note ... and I'm now a stalker er follower.

    our hearts must beat at the exact same time.
    I do paint for a second income ..all over the burbs in chicago.

    how have I missed your blog all this time?

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  33. UnknownFebruary 1, 2011 at 8:20 PM

    I LOVE THIS!!!!!! So pretty. You are awesome

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  34. Karen Sabrsula February 2, 2011 at 6:29 AM

    Fantastic job!! Just found your blog and a new follower! I hope you will hop over and check out my little part of this world!!

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  35. Dee@FrenchBleuVintageFebruary 2, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    OMG!!! Fantastic job. I just love the muted color ~ you have another new follower.

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  36. Sanctuary HomeFebruary 3, 2011 at 2:00 PM

    Wow...you are amazingly creative. So glad that I found your blog. I can't wait to see what you do next! You ROCK! I'm your newest follower. Come by and visit me sometime.
    Susan : )
    http://sanctuaryhomebysusancooke.blogspot.com/

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  37. UnknownFebruary 14, 2011 at 5:50 PM

    Oh I Adore this ! Thank you for linking up !

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  38. Aashish MishraDecember 30, 2013 at 4:18 AM

    Molly, what a fabulous change you have brought to this cabinet. I am amazed by your creativity. Are you a designer? Do you have more ideas on redecorating?

    Antique Brass Keyhole Covers

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