Monday, October 8, 2012

French Gray Desk

The combination of French gray and creamy white paint never disappoints.


 
 
I bought this desk at the auction.  No repairs needed just some paint for a fresh look.  My favorite kind of piece.
 
 
 
 
I painted the inside with the french gray and left the insert the stained wood.
 
 
 
 
 
I did have to do some work for the hardware.  One of the drawer pulls was missing so I replaced the one with a pair from Restore. There were no pulls on the door.  I guess you are suppose to open them with the key, but I didn't have it.  I drilled holes and added glass knobs from Hobby Lobby.
 
 
 
 
The final touch, a Paris address from The Graphics Fairy that I stenciled on the front.
 
 
 
 
As soon as I get a day off from my real job this will be going to the antique mall.  In the meantime, I'll be joining the following parties...
 
The Graphic Fairy for Brag Monday
 Between Naps on the Porchfor Metamorphosis Monday
The Farmhouse Porch for Cowgirl Up
My Uncommon Slice of Suburbia for Tuesdays Treasures
Redoux Link Party
Knick of Time TuesdaySavvy Southern Style for Wow Us WednesdaysDIY by Design
Primp for Primp Your Stuff Wednesday
Ivy and Elephants for What's It Wednesday
Restore Interiors for Restored it Wednesday

Domestically Speaking for the Power of Paint party
The Shabby Creek Cottage for Transformation Thursday
The 36th Avenue Party TimeNo Minimalist Here for the Open House Party on ThursdayMy Romantic Home for Show and Tell FridayFrench Country Cottagefor Feathered Nest Friday
Miss Mustard Seed for Furniture Feature Friday 2805 for Potpourri Friday 
The Thrifty Groove for Thrifty Things Friday

Chic on a Shoestring Decorating for Flaunt It Friday
Common Ground for Vintage Inspiration Friday
The Charm of Home for Home Sweet Home Friday

Funky Junk Interiors for Saturday Nite Special