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Mar 20, 2012

French Script Coffee Table

I picked up this table for a steal at a local auction a couple of weekends ago.  I wasn't too surprised though...It was in rough shape. The veneer was badly peeling off the bottom shelf and it was wobbly.  I shared a sneak peak of this a few days ago.   



This is how much veneer was left after I pulled up those loose pieces off the bottom.
Not much, eh?  It sure made removing the veneer a fairly easy task.  And the wobbliness was fixed by hammering in some of the original nails that had worked themselves loose.

I painted it with the homemade chalk paint mixture (I used plaster of paris).  Now, when you read about it usually says that sanding is not necessary.  So, I went ahead and slapped the paint on sans sanding.  MiStAke!  The paint peeled badly.  So I sanded it off, gave the table a good sanding and redid it. 

I thought it was missing a little something, so I found this graphic at the Graphics Fairy and took it to a local store and had it enlarged.  I transferred it by scribbling pencil all over the back of the paper and then tracing over the lines with a pencil. 

As you can see, the pencil left some smudge marks, but they wiped off easily after it was all painted, which was a relief.

  Here it is all painted. I sanded it to distress it. (And also, because my hand isn't perfect and there were a few wobbles I needed to hide!)


Here's a few pictures of the completed piece.  The paint was an oops colour, so I can't tell you the name, but it's a pretty light blue. 







ANDD... just a reminder, If you haven't entered my giveaway, you can click HERE! For a chance to win this pillow....
Or this runner!
Burlap Table Runner - Ruffled 12"x71" (Custom sizes also available) Tablerunner

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42 comments:

  1. ANNEMarch 20, 2012 at 11:10 AM

    Awesome makeover! Love the burlap runner, too.

    xox

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  2. Shabby chic SandyMarch 20, 2012 at 11:45 AM

    Wow--you did a great job on that table. It was in rough shape--now it looks fantastic!

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  3. Cassie BustamanteMarch 20, 2012 at 5:00 PM

    that looks beautiful! i love the shape of that table!

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  4. All Things Chic 2March 20, 2012 at 7:18 PM

    Wow what a transformation you did a great job...
    Blessings LOri

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  5. Robin Boyd JacksonMarch 20, 2012 at 9:12 PM

    Thanks for visiting. Love the new table. What a transformation.

    ~ robin @ itsrobinwithani.com

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  6. Maureen WyattMarch 21, 2012 at 12:08 AM

    Great job on the table! I've never had the home made chalk paint peel but I guess there's a first time for everything. Sweet pillow and runner! ~ Maureen

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  7. Holly @ Bella NestMarch 21, 2012 at 12:12 AM

    You've done it again, Cynthia! Your table is absolutely adorable!!! You truly inspire me! I'm headed over now to enter your giveaway... that ruffle pillow would be perfect in my living room. ;)

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  8. Our Tennessee LifeMarch 21, 2012 at 12:28 AM

    I love this!
    Danielle @ The Retail DIYet

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  9. SarahMarch 21, 2012 at 8:43 AM

    This table is great, I love the color and the graphic on top is perfect.

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  10. KathrynMarch 21, 2012 at 11:03 AM

    This looks amazing! Love it. :)

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  11. The Cottage Market {Andrea} ♥March 21, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    OHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHHH i am so jumping for joy right now!!!! i have that table!!! i do !!!! it is down stairs -- you know -- in the basement in that NOT SURE pile of stuff????? well I AM SURE NOW...this is faaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaabulous! thank you thank you!!! can't wait to start that project! sending hugs...

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  12. Ashley C.March 21, 2012 at 5:06 PM

    This is SUPER cute! Great job!

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  13. French script flannel fabricsMarch 21, 2012 at 6:09 PM

    This is amazingly unique!

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  14. luci wallisMarch 21, 2012 at 7:44 PM

    So glad I found your blog..and funny with your post..I am going to try that homemade chalk paint tomorrow. I love how your table turned out, just beautiful.
    Bristol

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  15. Patti @ Pandoras BoxMarch 21, 2012 at 8:31 PM

    You did a fabulous job on this table - love the graphic and it is so pretty in your room!

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  16. Kristin@Chi-Chi Studio DesignsMarch 21, 2012 at 9:20 PM

    Very cute! I did one just like it a while back!

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  17. Aunt BMarch 21, 2012 at 9:33 PM

    Lovely! Thank you for sharing this.

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  18. Liz VickermanMarch 21, 2012 at 9:56 PM

    this is lovely! please consider sharing it on my center of attention sunday link up, i'd love to see you there. http://cadeedee.blogspot.com/2012/03/blog-post.html

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  19. JessiMarch 22, 2012 at 9:50 AM

    You truly knew a treasure was somewhere within what seemed to be junk! The piece came out beautifully!

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  20. MaureenMarch 22, 2012 at 10:26 PM

    You turned a plain Jane into something verrrry pretty. Nice job!

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  21. MariaMarch 22, 2012 at 11:07 PM

    Wow absolutely gorgeous! Nicely done!

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  22. MarianneMarch 23, 2012 at 2:46 AM

    Stopping over from the Shabby Nest. I love this makeover. Wow that must have taken some serious patience to transfer and paint that script. But it was so worth it!

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  23. UnknownMarch 23, 2012 at 10:07 AM

    May have to steal this idea it's so fab. Found you over at the Shabby Nest...really cute blog! {following}

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  24. HeidiMarch 23, 2012 at 3:15 PM

    Very pretty! I came to see how you transferred the graphic so thanks for sharing how you did it! I'm still nervous about figuring out where to go to get the graphic enlarged and printed and how big to make it and all of that stuff. I hate when I scare myself out of doing things!!

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  25. Jennifer @ Town and Country LivingMarch 24, 2012 at 6:29 AM

    Found you thru POPP and now I'm a follower. Love your table makeover!

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  26. cathy@my1929charmerMarch 25, 2012 at 6:45 PM

    Really love your table makeover. I've never had much luck in doing transfers - so I will try yours since I haven't had much luck. Love the runner also - who couldn't love burlap. Everything is very pretty. Thanks for sharing your creative inspiration at Sunday's Best!

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  27. foreverdecoratingMarch 25, 2012 at 8:25 PM

    Very pretty. Love the table and runner.

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  28. DarleneMarch 26, 2012 at 9:19 AM

    Saw your table on The Graphics Fairy. What a gorgeous transformation!!!

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  29. TeresaMarch 26, 2012 at 9:27 AM

    Awesome table....I just made over a little vintage coffee table this month too....love how yours turned out.
    Happy Day

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  30. Shabby MarilynMarch 26, 2012 at 10:44 AM

    Great job, love the table! Also the burlap runner! Newest linky follower

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  31. Laurel StephensMarch 26, 2012 at 11:18 AM

    Stunning table transformation. Just love it.

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  32. UnknownMarch 26, 2012 at 7:48 PM

    This table turned out BEAUTIFUL! I love the color!!
    -Melissa
    Hope you'll stop by and link up at my party: http://www.serendipityandspice.com/2012/03/manic-monday-linky-party-11.html

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  33. VirginiaMarch 26, 2012 at 11:48 PM

    You have turned a Cinderella of a table into a princess ready for the ball. Virginia

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  34. GabbyMarch 27, 2012 at 10:04 AM

    Ooooohh, this is really a charming piece! Love everything about it!

    Gabby
    The...Late, Young Family

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  35. Charlotte WilsonMarch 27, 2012 at 11:18 AM

    You did an awesome job. I know how long it takes to do a transfer like this one. Your hands must have been cramping up!Love the runner, BTW.

    ♥charlotte

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  36. TinaMarch 27, 2012 at 5:10 PM

    Great transformation! Doesn't look like the same piece. Love the runner, too.

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  37. gail@My Repurposed LifeMarch 29, 2012 at 6:34 PM

    I love how your french script coffee table turned out! I love the graphics that Karen shares!
    ohhh, man, that's too bad about the paint peeling. But you can't tell it now.
    thanks so much for linking up to catch as catch can.
    gail

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  38. CarrieMarch 29, 2012 at 11:09 PM

    Love this, thanks for linking it up to Refresh Your Nest Friday! By the way, I have almost the same table painted white. I'm thinking it needs a transfer painted top right about now!

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  39. LoriMarch 30, 2012 at 10:52 AM

    This table turned out so beautiful. I love the script. I'm glad I found your blog at The Shady Porch party. I'm a new follower too, so I can keep in touch. I would love if you stopped by and followed back on LF and GFC. Nice to meet you, Lori

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  40. UnknownApril 2, 2012 at 9:53 AM

    Love it! I'll be featuring you later today. Thanks so much for sharing. XOXO threemangoseeds.blogspot.com

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  41. UnknownAugust 3, 2012 at 8:23 AM

    I have been wanting to do this to one of my tables..... You've pushed my buttons and I'll try to get it done this week or next week. I'll post it on my blog giving you as my inspiration! Thanks.

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