Tonight I scored these two bad boys off Craig's List- it was 100 bucks for the set!
seller's photos
The tall one will be fantastic storage in my craft room, and I'm saving the re-doing project for a later date. I was actually only looking for a dresser because there is a funky little insert in our little hallway area between the kitchen and pantry. The space needed something, and I could always use more storage space. The thing is, the space is only 50 inches long and 14 deep, way too small for a traditional buffet or sideboard. I considered built in base cabinets but a dresser just has more personality and is more versatile in the long run.
Before kitchen photo- see the edge of the fridge? It is in the nook.
That is the nook on the left- straight ahead is the pantry (kitchen is behind "us")
bad photo I know- too excited to wait to take a daylight photo
So now....what color do I paint it? At first I was thinking a brown-gray, like all the colors Kim was investigating, but now I'm thinking something brighter? **did I mention I want to paint it this weekend?
The knobs and pulls I'm currently digging:
Anthro- of course Martha for HD thoughts? too odd?
Little Touches:
The white Ribba shelves laying across the dresser, will be hanging above it (clearly to cover the water hook-ups which are against code to dry wall in).
On the shelves will be this artwork and photos- obviously need to grow the collection and include some objects (looking for a little round mirror).
And I'm thinking a fun, bright colored lamp will sit on top.
Let me hear all your ideas.....please!!
10 comments:
Good find on the dresser. It fits perfectly there and will look great with the shelves above it.
I'm afraid if you went grey-brown, it may just be too close to the wall color. What about a dark steely grey? Or bright red or yellow. I love both red and yellow with lighter blue-greys.
I'm really really excited to see what you do. I can tell you that. =)
PS I love the utensil art. So cute!
LOVE the last "branch-like" hardware, it's very unique. And I, too, think that grey would blend in a bit too much with the wall...would you consider doing something like an antique-y looking white??
Is there a fun color that is in the fabric from your kitchen chairs and your dining room curtains? If you don't like that idea I would go with a dark gray as Kim says or the color of your kitchen cabinets.
I'm liking the idea of something in the seafoam range...fits both areas plus would continue with the beachy/seaglass theme..and look fine withe the wall color.
I love the utensil art - so cheeky! And I can't believe you scored those deals on Craigslist - every time I look its all crud.
Utensil art is so cute! Maybe a color that is in the art for the dresser. ck
Hey Leigh, I love the utensils! Totally different than how I pictured them.
Since I'm posting on Sunday afternoon, I suspect you've already started to paint the dresser; what color?
p.s what size and color of "little round mirror" are you looking for?
Great find with the dresser. And I love the art!
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