Thursday, September 10, 2009

Modern Pulls

I thought I had lifted heavy dressers before, but wow! Nothing compared to the weight of this guy. I decided yet again to leave the trim and center medallion on the few that have them for two reasons:
1. It wasn't overly tacky and gaudy
2. In order to remove the center pieces I would have to remove the outter trim, which I actually really love.

So the dresser and I met in the middle and agreed on a simple paint job and distressing.


I thought a contrast between more modern pulls and the old look of the trim was perfect!


Sean decided that the three more embellished drawers look much better at the top and I definitely agree!

15 comments:

  1. Freckles ChickSeptember 10, 2009 at 4:46 PM

    You never cease to amaze me w/ your transformations! And your photos and accessorizing are perfection.
    AH-mazing.

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  2. JenniSeptember 10, 2009 at 5:30 PM

    The dresser is amazing, but I am still lusting shamefully over that window...*sigh*...

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  3. RebeccaSeptember 10, 2009 at 7:29 PM

    I agree the more interesting drawers look great at the top! Looks awesome Holly!!!

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  4. CindySeptember 10, 2009 at 7:34 PM

    Another fantastic transformation!

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  5. WhisperWood CottageSeptember 10, 2009 at 7:54 PM

    I am SO on the hunt for an ugly dresser to redo!

    Amy

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  6. JillSeptember 11, 2009 at 6:12 AM

    Love those drawer at the top too!

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  7. UnknownSeptember 11, 2009 at 6:35 AM

    Where did you get those pulls? Love them!

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  8. Chelsea JungetSeptember 11, 2009 at 6:48 AM

    Wow - looks great! Did you spray paint this?

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  9. ShaunaSeptember 11, 2009 at 9:11 AM

    I was going to ask the same thing as a pp...where did you find those pulls?

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  10. HollySeptember 11, 2009 at 11:47 AM

    I linked to this today. I found a dresser in need of a makeover for a good price at a thrift store today. Sadly, I do not have the space for it, or your skills.

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  11. SabrinaSeptember 11, 2009 at 12:03 PM

    I just LOVE your work.....and I'm super jealous that I never seem to happen upon such great finds as you always do. :(

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  12. UnknownSeptember 11, 2009 at 5:21 PM

    You have been BUSY!!!

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  13. DellaSeptember 12, 2009 at 12:24 PM

    Very nice! I might try that with one of my mother's dressers. :)

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  14. Chestnut SparrowSeptember 12, 2009 at 5:36 PM

    I just love your blog. I rush over to check out your new projects while I am looking at my long list of favorites (you joined it!). I am currently living in Japan but can't wait until I live in the U.S. again and can frequent thrift stores and try some of these things out. It amazes me that you have such a vision for the pieces. You also decorate the pieces so beautifully and they look like they jumped out of the pages of a decorating magazine. Keep up the awesome work!

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  15. Erika WardSeptember 12, 2009 at 7:37 PM

    Holly,
    I've just come across your blog and love it! Your work is nothing short of amazing! Very inspiring, you've got me looking around my house for something to paint(smile)!

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