Wednesday, March 30, 2011

Shabby chic cottage headboard

Have you ever bought something to paint then totally avoid the project? Normally I am one to check things off the list, but for some reason I bought a headboard a while back that has been sitting in the shed crying for me to paint it. I am preparing to vend at the flea market this weekend, so I finally decided to tackle it....

I got about 3 brush strokes on it, then realized I almost forgot to take the before photo. That would have been a big mistake seeing that the before and after are pretty dramatic....


I wanted to paint it a bright funky green, but then common sense hit me over the head. In order to sell this quickly, I would need to go with a "safe" color that the majority of the country would use. So I chose a buttercream. In the end, I was very pleased with the color choice.






I totally picture this in a cottage bedroom with the most gorgeous bedding and throw pillows. If I don't make a quick sale on this at the flea market this weekend, I think I will turn it into a bench.....

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Posted by Serendipity Chic Design at 9:15 AM

23 comments:

  1. JenMarch 30, 2011 at 9:20 AM

    What a beauty! I love bright colors too, but sometimes safe is the right thing. Buttercream is perfect for this piece.

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  2. Dragonfliez MadeMarch 30, 2011 at 9:25 AM

    beautiful Lisa. Too bad you aren't close to me. I would scoop that up this weekend.

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  3. A Vintage VineMarch 30, 2011 at 9:35 AM

    Lisa, this is perfect...I agree the choice of color was a great idea! I can see that going fast!! YEAH!

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  4. Pam@OurAdventuresInHomeImprovementMarch 30, 2011 at 10:23 AM

    Very cute Lisa! I love it in the new color and can't imagine you'll have it for long!

    Good luck this weekend! I wish I was closer as I'm sure I'd be buying up all of your creations!

    Pam

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  5. Lisa ~Suburban Retreat~March 30, 2011 at 10:26 AM

    Buttercream was the way to go! The headboard is gorgeous and I could totally picture in it MY bedroom! Good luck at the sale! xox

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  6. Joy@aVintageGreenMarch 30, 2011 at 10:37 AM

    I am always pleased with the painted furniture. Nice work on that head board. Have a great flea.
    - Joy

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  7. Cassie BustamanteMarch 30, 2011 at 12:18 PM

    that is beautiful! this is my favorite kind of bed or headboard to paint- they are just too pretty.

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  8. Noble VintageMarch 30, 2011 at 12:24 PM

    I have a bedframe that has been primed and is still sitting in the garage waiting for me.... ;) I get it!
    This is really a gorgeous piece, and yes, the before picture really makes me appreciate the after a whole lot! Amazing transformation!!

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  9. Kim @ A Brush of WhimsyMarch 30, 2011 at 12:29 PM

    Lisa,
    It turned out so beautifully! The distressing is just perfection! I know how you feel about wanting to do fun bold colors...it takes just the right person to come by and purchase it and sometimes that seems to take forever!
    Kim :)

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  10. Something Nice and PrettyMarch 30, 2011 at 1:01 PM

    Oh how I wish I lived near you, I'd buy it in a heartbeat! I can just see it in my bedroom...love it and great job on it!

    Rondell

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  11. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 1:16 PM

    B.E.A.U.T.I.F.U.L

    :)

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  12. " SHABBY JUNK"March 30, 2011 at 2:34 PM

    Great transform. Love the white, what a difference. Judy

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  13. hilary@oldhousetrueloveMarch 30, 2011 at 5:51 PM

    it is simple and pretty... : ) and you are right on the color thing!!!!

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  14. UnknownMarch 30, 2011 at 9:07 PM

    Great job! I bet this will be snatched up fast at the market! good luck :)

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  15. Ali RichardsonMarch 30, 2011 at 9:20 PM

    Gorgeous!!!! Great job , it will sell lightning quick if those shoppers are smart :)

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  16. KoleinMarch 31, 2011 at 9:11 PM

    This turned out so beautiful! And how neat that someone bought it so quickly!!!!

    xo
    ~Kolein

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  17. Lisa @ Fern Creek CottageApril 1, 2011 at 11:52 AM

    What a beautiful headboard! You did a lovely job!

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  18. ChrissieApril 1, 2011 at 4:44 PM

    Love your white headboard. Don't you just love it when things sell so quickly!

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  19. VintagesouthernlifeApril 1, 2011 at 11:20 PM

    Gorgeous! I love painted furniture!

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  20. AnneApril 2, 2011 at 7:44 PM

    Its perfect! I read that you sold it quickly too, congrats!

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  21. JoselynApril 2, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    Visiting from FJI. Nice find and terrific makeover! Sure to sell quickly.

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  22. Frisco Shabby ChicDecember 1, 2011 at 2:10 PM

    That turned out nice! I too make headboards – I use old and new doors.

    Select the link below to see them. I’d love to share them with your followers.

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  23. Zane WooderNovember 17, 2012 at 7:13 PM

    I like the color too. Don't be afraid though to try more risky colors. Sometimes the risky color is the nicest color to use. Art is risky by nature. You have to trust your creativity.

    -Zane of ontario honey

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