In preparation for workshops & the possibility of opening a new studio, we’ve been painting fools around here. I’ve shown you a couple of makeovers, but have GOT to make myself shoot the others for you!
In the meantime, I wanted to share some furniture trends that are making my heart go pitter-pat.
Looking at furniture is like gazing at art to me, and these trends make me smile! Plus, I love that these looks are timeless & classic, too.
1. Two Toned
I, myself, love natural wood as well as a painted finish, so I happily welcome these two-toned beauties. Beth’s makeover is one of my favorites–just look at that wood grain and those beautiful pulls! This look would be great for a first-time painter to try–little bit of paint, little bit o’ wood.
2. Reclaimed Wood
What can I say? We love reclaimed wood around here. Between our table and adding planks to our walls, we welcome this time-worn look. Pieces of pine furniture (that are easily thrifted, btw!) that seem a little outdated can be easily transformed with a stain like Early American or a vinegar-based solution (more on that soon!).
3. Oversized Wooden Knobs
Love this one. Love it. Large knobs make such a statement, and I feel like every piece like this deserves its own spot in the pages of Country Living.
can’t find the source for this one–let me know if you can!
4. Color done right!
I love painted furniture, but there’s a way to inject color into our homes. The finish has a lot to do with which pieces look plastic, and which pieces look like designer goods, like Myra’s cute yellow number. I love that folks are picking up paint brushes and adding color the old fashioned way–I think it shows in their work!
5. Chalkboard Drawers
What a fun trend! I have a couple of pieces that I can’t wait to try this on. It’s such a fun idea for kid spaces, but I love this chest in a dining room. The possibilities for organization are endless!
6. Card Catalogs & other Mercantile Fabulousness
Well, what can I say? Card catalogs, printer cabinets, map chests, hardware cabinets…they all send me into a state of sheer delight & panic. Delight for my love for them, and panic because I can’t ever seem to find them for the right price. But I know they’re out there–and I will keep searching!
The history is rich & I love using them in unexpected places like Roeshel did in her kitchen.
7. Ikea Hacks
Who doesn’t love a good hack? It’s hard to beat Ikea’s prices & I love that quick, small touches completely change each piece.
Well, those makeovers are on my radar–how about you? Which trends are you drooling over these days?
You might be interested in the new clear chalk paint made by DecoArt. Saw it at HOOT convention last week in Columbus, OH. paint it over anything. Say you wanted to label one drawer, kit cabinet, side of an island. Any painted surface. Nice.
Hey Gloria! That does sound neat! I’ll definitely be checking that out…thanks for the tip!
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shaunna
I’m just new to this as of tonight!! Tell me more about the clear chalk paint – how do you use it?
Also, how did you do the piece at the top of the post – part wood look part paint?? I’d like to do this with an all wood dresser I got for a mere $3. Any suggestions for a brand newbie in chalk painting would be much appreciated!!
I see every piece as art as well. Looking at beautiful pieces is just as enjoyable as taking an idea in your head and bringing it in to reality!
So glad to know I’m not alone, Jessica!
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shaunna
Speaking of mercantile-style pieces, I’m totally in love with PB’s cubby organizer. It’s in their fall catalog and I think it would be TOTALLY buildable. I might have to give it a try! Also, that reclaimed wood and metal buffet/hutch makes me feel faint. I LOVE IT!
Hey Anna! You should TOTALLY build it! Yea, that hutch is magnificent, right?
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shaunna
As a former fashion merchandiser and product development manager I have been watching the furniture trends also. I would say that all of your trends are right on. One other trend I think would be the bright multicolor pieces.
I am looking for a card catalog myself!!!
Definitely! Lots of color out there right now…I’m loving it. Good luck on the car catalog hunt!
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shaunna
PS. I Love this post!
Well, thanks again!!
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shaunna
The chalk drawer idea is brilliant, any design that you can change when it becomes boring is my sort of thing.
Totally agree. Love that piece!
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shaunna
You chose amazing pieces to showcase! I’m loving each of these, especially the reclaimed wood. Great post.
Thanks, Taryn!
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shaunna
I love your site, and all the ideas you have. Where did you find the dining hutch piece? We are in the process of building the benchwright farmhouse table and would love to see about a piece similar to the hutch, it is to die for, I love it!!
I love anything reclaimed wood as well and I’m drooling over that hutch. I’d love to be able to recreate something like that! Love all of your picks and how fulfilling it is to take something old and with a little paint, you can make it your dream piece.
Best,
Amanda
Love the turquoise piece you featured above! Did you refinish it?
Also did I see somewhere that you are based in Troy? My daughter
goes to school there. I love it there.
I love the painted base with stained drawers! Soooo pretty. I will be revealing a gorgeous piece that my mom is finishing on my blog next week, it’s so well done 🙂
Everything has such a warm and homey feeling to it, especially the Chalkboard Drawers 🙂 Looks very neat..!!