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Monday, July 25, 2011

After.

 Okay, I know those f you that wanted me to leave the wood natural might be a little disapointed, but here is the result of my labor this weekend. (Pardon my photos. The lighting was terrible, and my place is so full of furniture and crafts that I had trouble finding a spot to take the pictures...and I couldn't take pictures on patio, 'coz it was pouring rain outside! I will try taking replacement shots later tonight after work when the rain has hopefully passed.)

Anyway.

I ended up painting the cart a weathered white, although you cannot really see the sanding in these pictures, and I left the brass accents alone, since the patina was so rich and warm......
 

  Whatcha think?

Posted by A Cottage Industry at 6:36 AM
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35 comments:

  1. sue in mexico moJuly 25, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    You did good!

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  2. AnonymousJuly 25, 2011 at 6:47 AM

    I am not anonymous, just having a hard time with my google i.d. so becky up a hill, says you knocked it outta the park! Beautiful.

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  3. Idaho QuilterJuly 25, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    Wonderful finish.

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  4. AnonymousJuly 25, 2011 at 7:27 AM

    Lovin' it!!!

    Kathryn in Michigan

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  5. mary pernulaJuly 25, 2011 at 7:36 AM

    Very darn cute, I love it, and just think of the other choices you can make when it is not being used as a serving trolley. Hugs Mary

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  6. Kathleen GraceJuly 25, 2011 at 7:37 AM

    Awesome! Love the white, and it looks like such a useful piece!

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  7. AnonymousJuly 25, 2011 at 7:39 AM

    Adorable! How will you ever part with it?

    Lori G.

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  8. MeckyJuly 25, 2011 at 7:43 AM

    It looks great! I would have a hard time parting with that!

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  9. AnonymousJuly 25, 2011 at 7:50 AM

    Just love it! Thanks for sharing possibilities!
    Elaine

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  10. AmandaJuly 25, 2011 at 8:17 AM

    Beautiful! I love how you've staged it too! I hope you set it up just like that for BarnHouse! See you there!
    Best Wishes and Blessings,
    Amanda

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  11. Debra@CommonGroundJuly 25, 2011 at 8:26 AM

    perfect! are ya keeping it?

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  12. marieJuly 25, 2011 at 8:55 AM

    I think it's awesome!

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  13. A Cottage IndustryJuly 25, 2011 at 9:04 AM

    Thanks, girls...and, no, I will not be keeping it...my Barbie condo is busting at the seams already! LOL!
    Tracey

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  14. Debbie~July 25, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    Loving it now! It's something I would love, so I'm sure it will move on out for ya very soon! Back in the day, when I had my antique mall spaces, my regular customers seemed to love what I loved, and had a hard time parting with...so I usually knew when it was going to be a fast sale! This little cart is wonderful, and could be used for a nursery to (endless ideas really), it's fabulous! Debbie @ Cottage Hann~Me~Downs

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  15. Sue at SerendipityJuly 25, 2011 at 9:38 AM

    Loving it now!! That wood was NOT doing it for me but this is fabulous-great job!!

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  16. Barbara StevensJuly 25, 2011 at 10:59 AM

    WHAT a transformation, from gruesome to gorgeous! Cheers, Barbara.

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  17. LisaJuly 25, 2011 at 11:29 AM

    FAB. U. LOUS! I so appreciate your inspiration. My MIL has promised me her old "tea cart" and I've been trying to imagine different colors on it...creamy white or black...etc. It's great to see your finished project.

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  18. Joy@aVintageGreenJuly 25, 2011 at 11:48 AM

    Turned out really great. Should 'fly' when you put it for sale.

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  19. CarolJuly 25, 2011 at 12:02 PM

    I like it too!
    Note to anonymous who was having trouble with the google sign in... I was too until I unchecked "keep signed in". Then it recognized me. Hope that helps.

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  20. SusanJuly 25, 2011 at 12:37 PM

    This looks great--and so much better than the natural wood in this particular case. I don't think the wood was of high quality (was it?) and the paint really ups the quality look of this particular piece. Not all dark wood is great looking. I understand that some liked the grain, but for me, that is not the whole story.

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  21. Miss CharJuly 25, 2011 at 1:37 PM

    Fabulous Tracey! So are you going to sell it at the sale or keep it? I know which one I'd vote for.

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  22. The Feathered NestJuly 25, 2011 at 3:24 PM

    Hey sweet girl ~ I just LOVE IT!!! It's just perfect...and such a keeper too! I hope you are doing wonderful Tracey, sending you hugs and love across the miles, Dawn

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  23. AnneJuly 25, 2011 at 4:09 PM

    Oh, beautiful!!! I think you made all the best choices!!! :)

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  24. Christa from Chloe RoseJuly 25, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    Love it....always a winner with white :).

    Christa

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  25. AnonymousJuly 25, 2011 at 5:19 PM

    Like all your other re-purposes, I luv it! The white is perfect!

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  26. KaraJuly 25, 2011 at 6:24 PM

    LOVE. This is just the sort of has-absolutely-no-real-practical-pupose-in-my-home-but-I-want-it-anyway sort of thing that I just can't ever seem to pass up. :) Someone's gonna be mighty happy to take this one home!

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  27. AnonymousJuly 25, 2011 at 6:56 PM

    i love it Tracey - this way, it will go with many different decors for whoever purchases it.
    do you have time for one quick question ? did you brush this paint on this one, or use spray paint ? thanks for sharing.

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  28. KatherineJuly 25, 2011 at 8:58 PM

    Ooooohhhhh sooooooo perrrfect! If I could make it to the sale I would snap it up in a flash! Just perfect for my house!! It's gorgeous! Great job!

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  29. Barb SmithJuly 25, 2011 at 11:47 PM

    Hi Tracey: The cart turned out really nice. I voiced my opinion to keep the wood natural but it would have probably stood out like a sore thumb with all your other painted goodies. Have a wonderful sale . . . see you on Pinterest!

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  30. DawnJuly 26, 2011 at 6:07 AM

    I LIKE it!
    I like it a LOT!

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  31. AnonymousJuly 26, 2011 at 7:58 AM

    It's really awesome. It looks so nice. What a surprise. Not dark and ugly like it was. Paint is a wonderful thing!!
    Lorretta from NH

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  32. KristalJuly 26, 2011 at 3:58 PM

    Wow, what a difference!!! It turned out wonderful! I don't think I would have ever given that piece a second glace in it's original condition. You have a great eye!! Hoping to be like you one day!!

    XoXo,
    Kristal

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  33. VintagesouthernlifeJuly 26, 2011 at 6:58 PM

    It turned out really great!

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  34. Debbie KayJuly 26, 2011 at 9:17 PM

    Cute as Cute can be. White is perfect, great choice.

    Debbie Kay

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  35. MaureenJuly 26, 2011 at 9:21 PM

    Just perfect!

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