Sunday, July 17, 2011

A Little Black Magic



I’ve taken a bit of a break the last couple of weeks, trying to enjoy some of the summer weekends.  Plus the fact that it’s just been TOO HOT to do any work outside in the garage. 
But here’s a little something I’ve managed to sneak in.
I’ve had this vintage telephone table/gossip bench for about two years in the corner of my garage.  It just kept getting buried under all the new items I’d bring home. But this weekend it took center stage for its makeover.
Looking slightly drab in it’s original condition.
telephone gossip chair 004a
With the help of some black paint,  a sanding block and some matte varathane for good measure…. yada yada yada.. voila!
 telephone gossip chair 010a
I didn’t prime this piece because I wanted the wood to come through with distressing.  I didn’t overdo the distressing either… just a little natural wear and tear look.
telephone gossip chair 013a
A great little entryway piece to sit and put your shoes on.
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It actually goes very nicely with my newly painted black door.
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Since we’re on the topic… as much as I liked it white, the black adds a little dramatic surprise at the end of the hallway.
Door before ~
White Door Painted Black 003b
and after ~
white door painted black 018b
telephone gossip chair 035a
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A little black paint goes a long way~
telephone gossip chair 020a
Thanks for reading
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41 comments:

  1. MelJuly 17, 2011 at 4:19 PM

    Love the bench Lisa. The door looks amazing in black.

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  2. LeeJuly 17, 2011 at 4:58 PM

    I must say that I did not like this piece in the before picture. I thought, why bother....but then I saw the after and rally like it! We always need a place to sit to put on shoes or whatever. Great Job!
    Thanks for sharing!

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  3. SkinnyMegJuly 17, 2011 at 8:45 PM

    I love the black and it does look amazing with your door! Great job!

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  4. Katie @ Wildwood CreekJuly 17, 2011 at 10:03 PM

    The black and white in your entryway looks wonderful! Very classic.

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  5. Kim FranklinJuly 17, 2011 at 10:27 PM

    That turned out beautifully, the black really pops, and I like how you choose to sand the edges and make them look worn. What a wonderful location too, the entry to the home.

    - Much love, Trashy Crafter

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  6. Carri KJuly 18, 2011 at 12:09 AM

    SUPER c~u~t~e! Love how it turned out!!

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  7. Kathy @ Creative Home ExpressionsJuly 18, 2011 at 6:36 AM

    I love it black, Lisa! I did my front door black {from white} last year and am glad I did. Besides changing our siding and the white getting lost, it does keep my foyer from appearing too light.

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  8. ℳartina @ Northern NestingJuly 18, 2011 at 9:57 AM

    The telephone bench looks great Lisa, and I LOVE the door painted black! Martina

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  9. laniebpJuly 18, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    Looks great! Are you at all afraid of chipping since it was not primed? I would like to do this to my kitchen chairs but am afraid of chipping eventually....on the other hand maybe that would add to it. At any rate, it looks amazing.

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  10. Shelly @Crafty Creative StudioJuly 18, 2011 at 10:38 AM

    What a fabulous transformation! Who knew that "sort of attractive" piece was waiting to become black? It wears it very well. And your front door looks great too. I can't decide which way I like it better!

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  11. funkytimeJuly 18, 2011 at 1:10 PM

    great transformation!

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  12. Recaptured CharmJuly 18, 2011 at 1:43 PM

    Laniepb.. I'm never afraid of a few chips. When a piece is distressed natural wear and tear including chipping just adds to the character. Oil based products have amazing staying power. I've never really had anything chip or peel. Remember there is also a poly coat on top of all the painted items I redo. Don't be afraid to do those kitchen chairs! Thanks for stopping by!
    Lisa

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  13. suzi yeeJuly 18, 2011 at 3:39 PM

    I LOVE this project!!! Seriously, I would have walked right past it or dismissed it as ugly or outdated! Now I want to find one and paint it, too!!!! Thanks for the inspiration!

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  14. Mary @ Redo 101July 18, 2011 at 5:25 PM

    Stunning, really.

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  15. Patti @ Pandoras BoxJuly 18, 2011 at 6:07 PM

    love this piece...it's a little bit different than most I have seen...looks great distressed, too

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  16. AnonymousJuly 19, 2011 at 3:17 AM

    I really like it black. Everyone and their grandma paints their furniture with chalk paint in either white, gray, or aqua. That gets a bit boring to see all the time. Your black chair is quite snazzy and dramatic. I love the distressing. It really does add the special touch this antique needed. Good work!

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  17. Just JaimeJuly 19, 2011 at 9:51 AM

    Lovely! Love the distressed edges!

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  18. AnonymousJuly 19, 2011 at 3:13 PM

    I loved your project so much I featured you on my blog: http://petuniasescape.blogspot.com/2011/07/some-of-my-favorties-around-blog-world.html

    Thanks for sharing!
    The Petunia :)

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  19. Crystal @ Ordinary DaysJuly 19, 2011 at 8:31 PM

    I think the bench turned out just charming and just the right amount of distressing! :)

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  20. AnonymousJuly 19, 2011 at 9:27 PM

    This is an amazing transformation! I just love it!

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  21. BrandiJuly 19, 2011 at 9:53 PM

    Love the bench, it looks amazing painted black.

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  22. Ginger@gingersnapcrafts.comJuly 20, 2011 at 1:40 AM

    Love how it turned out! :) Following from Sumo‘s Sweet Stuff link party. Would love to have you link this up to my {wow me} wednesday link party going on right now over on my blog. Hope to see you there.

    Ginger
    gingersnapcrafts.blogspot.com

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  23. Robin@DecoratingTennisGirlJuly 20, 2011 at 6:38 AM

    I love the gossip bench. Great job on the redo. I am looking for one to match my other early american pieces. Thanks for sharing.

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  24. Mariel@ www.sexymodeststyle.comJuly 20, 2011 at 2:09 PM

    this is a interesting piece of furniture! LOOKS awesome and UNIQUE!


    come link it to my woot woot wednesday linky party!

    http://tootsiewootsieboutique.blogspot.com/2011/07/woot-woot-wednesdays-2.html

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  25. Lauren @ My Wonderfully MadeJuly 20, 2011 at 2:48 PM

    This is really cute! Love that you painted the door black too -- really ties it all together! Did you spray this or paint with a brush?

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  26. UnknownJuly 20, 2011 at 8:00 PM

    Stunning. A gossip bench? Adding that to my garage sale/Goodwill list. Love it.

    I would love for you to share a link to this with my readers!

    http://www.crystalandcomp.com/2011/07/the-mommy-club-share-your-resources-and-solutions/

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  27. MimiJuly 20, 2011 at 8:50 PM

    I have always adored telephone tables! They are so hard to find! Yours is so charming and I love it in black. And good call about your front door! It looks great in black - was sort of lost in the white. Thank so much for sharing. I need to makeover my front entrance and this has me inspired! Got to get rid of lots of clutter first :)

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  28. WelcomeJuly 21, 2011 at 12:52 PM

    Amazing! Im in love with your blog its so adorable with great pics and great inspirations! This desk is a GEM! I love what you did with the black paint! VERY PRO looking!
    Jess @ the balanced libra
    p.s new follower :)

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  29. BethJuly 22, 2011 at 9:21 AM

    Oh I am loving that! The black looks perfect and I love the wood peeking through. Your hallway is beautiful!
    Beth

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  30. Restore and RenewJuly 22, 2011 at 7:11 PM

    What a great piece!
    I am a new follower.

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  31. Mandy PJuly 22, 2011 at 10:31 PM

    I absolutely LOVE the black color for both the seat and the door! Just discovered your blog and love it!

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  32. The SPANGLERJuly 24, 2011 at 1:37 AM

    Just Gorgeous! Love the sanded back edges peeking through the black! Found you via Tatertots and Jello linky... Will be off to follow you about now and have a looksy around your fab blog!
    Cheers
    The Spangler @
    The Quick Unpick

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  33. MJuly 24, 2011 at 10:24 PM

    This conversation table looked like it's time had come and gone, but with that beautiful coat of black it should have a long new life. The door looks great also.

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  34. Courtney ~ French Country CottageJuly 25, 2011 at 12:47 AM

    I love black painted pieces too~ so charming! Loving your door! Thanks for sharing at Feathered Nest Friday! :)

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  35. Connie the crafterbugJuly 25, 2011 at 11:58 AM

    I really want this!
    Connie

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  36. Kim @ Savvy Southern StyleJuly 25, 2011 at 3:42 PM

    I love this piece and the black is perfect. Thanks for joining WUW.

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  37. GailJuly 29, 2011 at 8:06 AM

    Gossip bench from frumpy to fab.
    When the weather changes and my front door isn't too hotorcold, I'm painting it black chalkboard paint so we can leave each other notes. Thanks for sharing your black door so I can get a sneak preview of my upcoming door.

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  38. Be Colorful CoastalAugust 1, 2011 at 1:02 AM

    What a fun little conversational piece and your workmanship looks like something out of a high end furniture store. Well done.
    Pam

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  39. Deborah@Green Willow PondAugust 5, 2011 at 12:33 AM

    That telephone bench is so cute. The distressing is perfect.I'm not a big fan of heavy distressiing. I like that it looks gently aged, but not dirty and messy.

    I love the black door, it really made a difference! Nice work :)

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  40. Liz @ Here's to Handy AndyOctober 4, 2011 at 4:46 PM

    What a unique piece. I love what you did with it!

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  41. Laura S.November 10, 2012 at 2:20 PM

    Since you didn't prime and, I'm presuming, sand the piece down prior...what type of paint did you use?

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