How did you like that tease?
Truth be told, I wanted to wait until it was completely finished, but that could take another month or so! So, without further ado…
It certainly took a lot of priming, and several coats of paint to give that little wooden hutch some TLC. It was one of my first projects during the few months before my wedding day. I was mad on the hunt through garage sales and thrift stores for furniture for my first home. This little hutch was actually a gift from my aunt-in-law!
I loved the result, but I knew it still needed a little more character. I love my wedding china so much, but it wasn’t popping much with the white-on-white.
I envisioned some blue in there to go with my kitchen colors, but I was unsure how it would turn out. Should I paint the whole hutch a blue, or just the inner panels? I did a little research and fell in love with these inspiration photos a few months ago!
I don’t know what was holding me back! But once the wax incident happened, I knew I was going to need to paint the whole thing anyway so it was a perfect push!
I’ve been mixing in other blue cups and a teapot for accents (see 1st pic) but I like having just the teapot on the third shelf for an accent. What do you think?
I’m sure you’ve noticed I STILL didn’t take care of the wax problem. It’s still there! Baby steps! That will be the next step, but since it’s a much more involved project, it will have to wait until the weather STAYS warm.
Besides, it’s not so distracting anymore with the pretty blue!
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BEAUTIFUL!! LOVE IT MARI!! Question for you: how do you feel about painting heirloom pieces? We’ve been the recipient of many heirloom pieces of furniture that the rest of the family discarded, and I am perpetually sitting on the fence when it comes to painting them (2 dining room sets, with china cabinets/hutches, multiple side tables, rocking chairs, etc.).
If you’re trying to decide which to paint, consider what condition the furniture is in. My antique writing desk is in great condition and contrasts nicely with the white bookshelf.
I like a mix of painted and non-painted wooden furniture, personally, so there’s more character in the home. Consider also how difficult a job it would be to paint a piece. Example: a rocking chair-I probably would stain it rather than paint it. Side tables: Maybe paint the legs and leave the wood on top exposed, or stain or refinish the top if it needs it. I don’t think it’s a crime to paint antiques at all! If you think you’d love the pieces more and they’d be more “you,” then go for it and paint some of them! They are quality pieces (as opposed to “fake” wood!) and they will last and you will love them forever! Besides, once you’ve primed and painted, and you change your mind, the second take will be much easier!
This is amazing Mari! Thank you for posting it! Definitely an inspiration for me to start painting. 🙂
I love this, Mari! The blue teapot is beautiful, but if it were mine, I think I would put the blue teacups in there as well.
Kelly, I’ve actually kept it in there 🙂 I agree!
HI! I just found your blog, Love it! I lived in Argentina for 18 years. Trying to connect with like minded bloggers. I wish you great success!
Very pretty! A great pop of colour. I have a pine pie safe that I painted cloud white with an aqua back a few years ago. Still one of my favourite pieces.
It looks great. I love blue! I’ve also been wanting a hutch for our kitchen and this is great inspiration! Thanks for sharing! Laura at bandbnest.blogspot.com
Thanks for the encouragement, everyone! I’m actually now considering my next step will be to add some hooks to the bottom of the shelves and hang more teacups and better utilize the space like the 2nd inspiration photo.
Looks amazing! Very nicely done. Thanks for leaving a comment on my blue and white dresser! I found you through that and now am your newest follower 🙂
happy painting!
julie