When I came across this pair of end tables, I was loving the design and curves. I wanted to create something feminine by using my Velvet Finishes paints and, of course, my MinWax Ebony stain. I found a couple of complimentary images of magnolias that I loved and thought I might be able to pull it off. Here's a quick "after" shot Here is how they started out - this was taken in the midst of my sanding and stripping. About halfway through, I really wished I had just painted over the finish that was already there. Especially since Velvet Finishes paints can handle that! They are a no strip, no sand paint that works fabulously. But for some reason, I thought I better strip them. MISTAKE! I
Well, I FINALLY finished my Dogwood Library Table. Wow, this piece has had me so indecisive from day one! For those who haven't read part one, you can find it here. When I left for vacation, I had finished the top design and was still trying to decide on the base - what color stain? Should the drawers be the same color? Or should I paint? Here's a quick recap of what I had done at this point: I spent the next 10 days enjoying my family and trying to decide what I would do to the base of this table when I got home. I finally decided I would make the drawers match the base. So I went ahead and stripped the drawers and stained them; however, the drawers did not take the stain the same, so th
