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Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover

Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover - Southern RevivalsYou always notice the big ones. Those grand pieces. The ones that always catch your eye at the thrift store or yard sale. Their glorious makeovers all the rage on Pinterest. But the little guys, like this vintage 1970s sideboard, often get overlooked. Especially if they are currently sitting in your home. Chances are you walk by them everyday wondering what new piece you can get to go in its place. But the truth is, they can be just as stunning if given half a chance.

Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover - Southern RevivalsTo be fair, you can’t really make an informed decision without first seeing one these understated beauties in the raw.

Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover - Southern RevivalsBelieve it or not, there was a time when those stenciled  golden leaves and acorns were all the rage – for some folks maybe they still are. And is that grape bunches hanging from ribbons on the doors.

Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover - Southern RevivalsAnyway, there are a couple ways you can go with a piece like this. But we all know I am not a “strip and re-stain” kind of gal and that isn’t what my client wanted either.

Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover - Southern RevivalsWhat she wanted was a classy piece with a light bottom and dark stained top.

I like a lot of different things but I will never get tired of this combo.

Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover - Southern Revivals

No more gold stencils but we changed out the original hardware for some antique brass knobs and cup pull. Just in case you missed those gold stencils, here’s your gold.

Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover - Southern RevivalsAnd as I began painting I noticed something that I hadn’t really paid attention to before.

Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover - Southern RevivalsAre those pineapples?

Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover - Southern RevivalsWere they there before?

Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover - Southern RevivalsAnd how about those very Grecian molded cabinet doors. Seriously. Where was that before?

Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover - Southern RevivalsAh and the beauty of a dark stained top is truly enough to make my heart go pitter patter.

Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover - Southern RevivalsPretty right?

Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover - Southern RevivalsIt’s like if a mirror were made of chocolate. That delicious.

Client Files | Vintage 1970s Sideboard Makeover - Southern RevivalsSo what do you say? Do you have piece in your home that gets overlooked but that would make for an amazing makeover? I’ll bet you do. Don’t pass by and wonder what else could go in its place! It’s just begging for a makeover, not a replacement.

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  1. Krista @ the happy housie says

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    Amazing Jamie- the before and after is so fun to look at! Completely different – those great before and afters give me chills. It is so amazing what a simple paint job (and hardware change) can do!! Love it- pinned!

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  2. Cynthia says

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    I love your work! Absolutely gorgeous, but I must ask, what did you use to stain the top? I love that deep brown.

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    • jamie says

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      Thank you! I used a gel stain, from General Finishes in Java, that goes right over the existing stain.

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  3. Kathy Gledsdale says

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    How beautiful

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    • jamie says

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      Thank you!

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  4. beck campbell says

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    I use the GF gel stain in Java almost exclusively…LOVE the combination of it with painted finishes! beckwithtreasures.com I tried other gel stains with NO success! Beautiful piece! I am getting ready to mix it up in my dining room and will be looking for a sideboard piece…something similar to this or maybe an empire sideboard…not sure but I will definitely be doing this treatment on it!

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    • jamie says

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      Thank you! I love this combo, too. Have fun with your projects!

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  5. Teri says

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    How do you paint your furniture, looks great do you use rollers or sponge brushes? And what kind of paint?? Help! I so want to try!
    Thanks!
    Teri Knott

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    • jamie says

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      Hi Teri,

      Long story short I use a brush, not a foam one though. The paint varies from project to project. Typically I use a paint designed specifically for painting furniture, i.e. Milk Paint or a Chalk-based paint. Thank you!

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      • Angi says

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        I like to paint with a brush but the lines and streaks drive me crazy! How do you keen that from happening?

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        • jamie says

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          Well, I try to keep from applying my paint too thickly, especially on the 2nd coat. It might take some practice. A good brush and good paint go a long way in helping that, too.

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  6. Chrystal says

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    Thank you! My Grandma’s sideboard has been needing that ‘something’ and I have not had an example to follow. This looks just like it – minus the cute pineapples! Thank you.

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    • jamie says

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      I’m so glad! Thank you!

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