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Saturday, March 26, 2011

Painted Wardrobe Closet





I am being featured today for my Spring Nest Tutorial at Not Just A Housewife! 



This project all started with the knobs! I know that's crazy but its true. I have to admit I had the wardrobe sitting in the garage for quite sometime. It was almost sent to Goodwill several times if my family had anything to do with it! Once again I knew it had potential but there is a time for everything. I purchased the knobs before I even knew where they would go. They have a beautiful home now.


Before:


Laying on its side .......

Heres an old picture....


I had the red paint left over from the Hutch Redo. So red it is again! This piece was in pretty bad shape and I am really not done with it. I still have to replace the bottom and back panels and finish painting the inside. I couldn't resist showing the outside!





The inside will be painted in a light grey.




It is hard to see the distressing in the pictures because it is so subtle.

OLD KNOBS YUK!


The knobs!........Did I tell you about the knobs? I love them!




I didn't realize till I put them on that they are hearts. Even better! Remember the wooden ones in the before picture?

Before:




After:

I love the mirrors on this too! (except you can see my mess through them)


This is not in its permanent space because I am still working on it. It always amazes me how much better these pieces look with a coat of paint. It becomes an addiction. I am looking through the house wondering if I should paint something else! I need to start selling this stuff in a store so my house won't look like one!

Did I tell you I love the knobs?













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57 comments:

  1. AnonymousMarch 26, 2011 at 7:20 AM

    This looks lovely. I am so glad you went with a nice bright color instead of white. Not that there is ANYTHING wrong with white...I am partial to it myself but that is only because I lack the gusto to take on a color! Good on you!

    Oh - and I LOVE the knobs too!!

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  2. Sherry@Back2VintageMarch 26, 2011 at 9:46 AM

    Beautiful job....and I love those KNOBS, too!!!

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  3. Here On Crow CreekMarch 26, 2011 at 10:20 AM

    Oh Deneen that is beautiful! I love that red. Looks amazing hun:)!!

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  4. TonyaMarch 26, 2011 at 10:22 AM

    Hi! This is fantastic! Looks like you make a lot of GREAT things on your blog! I'm following you now! :)

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  5. Sue@creativetryals.blogspot.comMarch 26, 2011 at 11:22 AM

    This is beautiful! Those knobs are GORGEOUS!! Don't you just love making treasures out the stuff in your house? I have wardrobe envy now.
    Thanks for visiting my blog and helping me find yours.
    New follower...

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  6. Divine TheatreMarch 26, 2011 at 12:14 PM

    It is so lovely! How beautiful it would look if the interior were lined in red toile fabric or red ticking!

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  7. Jenn MiyamotoMarch 26, 2011 at 3:21 PM

    Great job! It looks AWESOME now, and much better standing up straight than on its side. :)

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  8. CarmenannMarch 26, 2011 at 5:45 PM

    Gorgeous!!!! And did I mention ....I love the knobs too!!!!

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  9. ohiofarmgirlMarch 26, 2011 at 8:48 PM

    Looks great...love the color. dianntha

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  10. BevelryMarch 26, 2011 at 11:07 PM

    I love it! The knobs are awsome.. the color is great.

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  11. Erika . . . with a KMarch 27, 2011 at 9:07 AM

    Looks amazing, I love the color choice and the knobs! Where'd you get the knobs?

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  12. Linda@Coastal CharmMarch 27, 2011 at 10:21 AM

    She looks stunning in her new color!

    Blessings,
    Linda

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  13. DebbiedoosMarch 27, 2011 at 7:21 PM

    What a gorgeous color Deneen..so glad you shared this at the newbie party. Have fun!

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  14. KristinMarch 27, 2011 at 7:41 PM

    What an amazing transformation! I love how deep that red is ... makes me want to break away from my favourite BM white!

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  15. Patti @ Pandoras BoxMarch 27, 2011 at 7:51 PM

    Great color choice...and the knobs are fantastic! well done

    Stop by Pandora's Box to enter my giveaway!

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  16. TeenaBugg38March 27, 2011 at 8:38 PM

    OOOOOOOHHHHHHHHHHH! I seriously heart this!!! Red is my fave color and I lovce seeing people brave enought to do a large piece in red. This is gorgeous! And those knobs are quite a find too!!!

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  17. ℳartina @ Northern NestingMarch 27, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    Deneen I love love love it!! Great knobs too. Came over from Debbie's newbie party! Martinaa

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  18. A Vintage VineMarch 27, 2011 at 8:59 PM

    That is a gorgeous piece! WOW, the red is perfect! Visiting from Dittle Dattle!

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  19. Jane@Cottage at the CrossroadsMarch 27, 2011 at 9:12 PM

    I love the knobs, too. And I really like this wardrobe. I live in a small cottage with only 1 closet. No kidding! I do have a piece that holds a lot of my clothes, but the wardrobe would be much better. You have inspired me to find a similar piece to paint.

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  20. KathyMarch 27, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    Well this knocked me off my socks! Well done, just love the color and those knobs to match...way to go!

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  21. Terry @ La Bella VieMarch 27, 2011 at 10:29 PM

    OK this is just about the cutest little re-do I have seen in a while and I love the color and those adorable knobs!!!
    Thanks for sharing!
    Terry

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  22. Handy Man, Crafty WomanMarch 27, 2011 at 10:39 PM

    great project! I'd love it if you linked this up to our Wicked Awesome Wednesday link party this week!

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  23. EmilyMarch 28, 2011 at 2:57 AM

    I love the hardware that you picked out! You did such a great job on this wardrobe, it turned out so cute!!!
    -emily
    nestnestingnested.blogspot

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  24. emilysnanMarch 28, 2011 at 7:10 AM

    hiya again , love this wardrobe it turned out really gorgeous

    tfs
    xmaggiex

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  25. KimMarch 28, 2011 at 2:33 PM

    You chose the perfect color for your transformation. Great job. Love you blog - found you at the Newbie party.

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  26. EmilyMarch 28, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Those knobs are too cute. I love how it turned out!

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  27. Ann-Marie ~ BramblyMarch 28, 2011 at 8:56 PM

    Such an improvement! I spent a good part of Saturday digging through the knobs at Anthroplogie-yours are great. I love the red cabinet. I have two red cabinets at Brambly and I haven't regretted the color for a moment. I'm sure it will look terrific wherever you place it. Have a wonderful evening.

    Ann-Marie

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  28. .March 28, 2011 at 10:11 PM

    Wow!! The red looks perfect on this wardrobe!! I never would have considered painting a piece that bold...but it's gorgeous. :)

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  29. Cassie BustamanteMarch 29, 2011 at 1:14 PM

    wow- that is stunning! i love those knobs and i love the red color! it's fabulous!

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  30. Yvonne@StyleBurbMarch 29, 2011 at 7:19 PM

    Oh, I just love it! Red is my favorite color. The knobs are dynamite! Great job...did I mention I love the knobs!

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  31. Sonny GMarch 29, 2011 at 7:20 PM

    wow- it looks great in red.. I love it and you've inspired me to paint mine - though it has no mirrors or glass....

    Sonny

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  32. DIYbyDesignMarch 29, 2011 at 7:23 PM

    That came out awesome. Those knobs are to die for. Thanks so much for sharing it at my Swing into Spring party.

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  33. ChrissieMarch 29, 2011 at 9:04 PM

    Gorgeous! I love the red, and the knobs are great!

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  34. Kim @ A Brush of WhimsyMarch 29, 2011 at 9:34 PM

    So pretty...it's nice to see red again! :)

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  35. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 9:50 PM

    Beautiful! I love the knobs and the bold red paint. Love it!

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  36. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleMarch 29, 2011 at 10:00 PM

    Love the red. thanks for joining WUW.

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  37. Maggie MasseyMarch 29, 2011 at 10:33 PM

    This is just lovely! And I love the red!!! And, girl...you call what's in that reflection a mess??? Obviously you've never stepped into my house...sheesh...;)

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  38. UnknownMarch 29, 2011 at 11:18 PM

    LOVE IT AND THE KNOBS ARE BEATIFUL..GREAT COLOR

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  39. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 12:22 AM

    I just love the bold red, and it goes so perfectly with the knobs. Picture perfect!

    I found you through the Paint Party at Domestically Speaking..glad to be following you now!

    Heather @ A Table for One, Please
    www.dorilukedesigns.com

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  40. AnonymousMarch 30, 2011 at 6:06 AM

    Fabulous makeover. I love the red!

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  41. AlisonMarch 30, 2011 at 8:31 AM

    Love the bold red!!!

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  42. CathyMarch 30, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    The knobs are stunning! And red is the perfect shade :)

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  43. SLRMarch 30, 2011 at 10:55 AM

    what a great makeover...i love the red paint and the knobs are adorable! great job! i bet the inside painted gray will look so nice too :)

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  44. Stacy RisenmayMarch 30, 2011 at 11:32 AM

    Red is my favorite color and I love this so much!!! Great job. Those knobs are AWESOME!

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  45. Shabby SoulMarch 30, 2011 at 1:21 PM

    The wardrobe is beautiful! I love the knobs, too - they are the perfect detail! I need that at my house....do you deliver???

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  46. SandyMarch 30, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    That looks wonderful and the grey will be a great compliment. The knobs are cute too

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  47. Sherry @ No Minimalist HereMarch 30, 2011 at 6:37 PM

    Hi Deneen! The cabinet looks wonderful painted red and the knobs are adorable. Thank you for sharing this wonderful transformation at my Open House party.
    Hugs,
    Sherry

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  48. PamelaMarch 30, 2011 at 7:02 PM

    Wonderful transformation!!

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  49. StaceyMarch 30, 2011 at 9:35 PM

    What a lovely transformation! I hope you don't take this personally, but i just love you knobs! Hehe! I am searching for some for myself right now...where dod you find yours? I am searching! Thanks and congrats on being featured!
    Stacey of Embracing Change

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  50. MaureenMarch 30, 2011 at 11:45 PM

    You did a wonderful job! It's a great shade of red and the grey inside will be perfect.

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  51. StitchesMarch 31, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    That looks so great. I am dying to find a china cabnet to redo, or even two. www.mylifeunzipped.blogspot.com

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  52. Tammy @ Type AMarch 31, 2011 at 6:00 PM

    i would love it you shared this at my party! you did a fabulous job, looks great.
    http://typeadecorating.blogspot.com/2011/03/anything-goes-party-10.html

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  53. JenniferMarch 31, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    I LOVE this color! What a fantastic re-finish! Visiting from Shabby Chic Cottage.
    Jen
    Scissors & Spatulas

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  54. Yanet @ 3 Sun Kissed BoysMarch 31, 2011 at 10:55 PM

    LOVE the knobs too! Where'd you get those?! Great color!

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  55. Katie @ Creatively LivingMarch 31, 2011 at 11:04 PM

    Looks so much better! Great job!

    --Katie
    www.blah2beautiful.blogspot.com

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  56. ChrisApril 1, 2011 at 10:17 AM

    Oh my word! It's like a brand new piece of furniture! Love the knobs--great choice! Thanks for sharing!

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  57. UnknownApril 2, 2011 at 10:20 PM

    Those knobs are totally worth re-doing the armoire! It's like finding a fabulous pair of shoes and then having to buy an outfit to go with it! Beautifully done.

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