Showing posts with label decoupaged dressers. Show all posts
Showing posts with label decoupaged dressers. Show all posts

Monday, July 10, 2023

Upcycled Dressers: Painted & Decoupaged

 

Give a dresser a contemporary look with bright colors and bold designs.


Do you have an old dresser that you no longer need in the bedroom? Why not repurpose that old dresser into something completely new? 

A fresh coat of paint or a covering of decoupage papers can transform any old dresser into a brand new piece of furniture that doesn't have to live in a bedroom. I have one in my entry way and one in my family room and I have to tell you - I love having the extra storage space for things like hats and gloves and games.

Check out this collection of painted and decoupaged dressers and maybe you'll be inspired to make over one of your own! Don't have an extra dresser to play around with? Check out thrift stores!

Painted flowers are surprising easy to paint. Lay the dresser flat when painting.

I love dark woodland themed rooms and furniture; as a matter of fact I have a new blog post coming up soon with an entire collection of Whimisgoth furniture, so stay tuned! 

Dry brushes, sponges, and old rags can help wipe away and blot on paint, creating an antique, weathered effect like the one seen here. Add the birds and flowers with paint or decoupage papers.

A project for the talented and ambitious: detailed paisley painted designs 

Cute woodland characters are a popular pick for nurseries and kid's rooms


An ombre paint effect with Asian themed designs

Painting drawers different tones and colors is a great vintage look

Folk Art style flowers are easy to paint and require little experience


Decoupage does not always have to be with thin tissue paper. You can experiment with heavier papers and even fabric like the dresser shown above to add texture and lots of interest 

Got an eye for art? Mandalas are easier to paint than you may think! It is just a basic, repeating pattern. Practice on paper first, drawing out and perfecting your design before painting.


Woodland theme for the win!

Shabby chic style with destressed paint and decoupaged papers



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Laura

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Monday, April 4, 2016

Upcycled Dressers: Painted, Wallpapered & Decoupaged pt 2

What better way to recycle an old piece of furniture than to upcycle it into something brand new? Check out these great examples from some folks who have done just that with dressers and chests of drawers. With some paint, stencils, decoupage and a little imagination, you too can create your own custom furniture masterpiece!

Bibus vintage red upcycled dresser by LaRabotine via Etsy


 Beautiful dresser makeover by Barb Blair
Beautiful dresser makeover by Barb Blair




 How to decoupage wallpaper onto dressers from Spoonflower blog
How to decoupage wallpaper onto dressers from Spoonflower blog





Contrasting drawers command attention and add interest


Turquoise dresser from Home Adore



Wash & dry dresser by Salvaged Inspirations







Recycled old dresser makeover by Spoonful of Imagination



Before & after dresser makeover (source)



Dresser makeover from kammyskorner.com



Colorful drawers on this little nightstand make it stand out for sure



Contrasting drawers makeover by The Crawford Clan


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Dripped paint on a dresser for a unique effect 
Rich colors on this unique dresser

Outstanding!:
Distressed & painted dresser


Old dresser drawers turned wall shelves by Stacey at Addison Meadows Lane


Letter-top side table from hometalk.com 




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Which is your favorite?

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Laura



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