It’s a wonderful month for romance, isn’t it? Yesterday was the anniversary of my first date with Hubby. That was 37 years ago! I KNOW! Craziness. And absolutely wonderful. With trying to keep up the romance in our marriage it’s important that we feel BOTH feel comfortable in our home.
So before I even started a blog, I decided I would be romancing the bedroom furniture.
This bedroom set is my grandparents. I remember seeing in their bedroom when I was growing up.
The furniture was in it’s original condition when I receieved it. I had thought about painting it several times, but didn’t dare “ruin” the look.
But then, as I wanted to add some lighter touch in our small home, I decided to crack open a can of paint and start romancing my bedroom furniture.
The color I chose was Turquoise Mist by Olympic.
I didn’t want to make it look new, but worn as was the style of the furniture. So I gave it a dry bush coat of paint.. So far, so good.
Using an Antique White Flat paint, I painted the drawers with the contrast color.
As you can see, I also recovered the vanity bench. Much better!
I liked the vanity so much, I painted the chest of drawers. It looks beautiful on Hubby’s side of the bed, doesn’t it?
I LOVE the patina of the handles, so I didn’t touch them at all.
I have since painted the whole room.
Above our bed, I have a quote my Hubby said from our first date on. You can find the full story here. I think romancing the bedroom furniture has worked out well for me, don’t you??
For more ideas for romancing your furniture look here:
Pretty in Paisley
Thrifty French Chair Makeover
Make it a Romancing Day!!
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Meegan~
Pretty Meegan! I love that color combo!! One of my favorites!! :)
Have a great day!!!
xo
Nancy
Aw, thanks sweetie. You are so nice. Love having you here!
I so love the color combination! Combined with the perfect amount of distressing really makes for a romantic bedroom! Such fun touring with you! XXOO Christy
Thanks so much for the fun tour! It’s been great Christy. Thanks for your sweet and kind words. I am grateful.
Make it a great week!
Love what you did with the furniture. It really highlights the style and beautiful curves of it. The handles are more of a feature against the whit, too. Really enjoy following you. My husband and I have also been married 37 years! I follow many blogs, but it seems like the majority are younger women. Well, younger than me, ahem. Glad to connect with a classy ” classic” like you! I hope this doesn’t come off strange….
Haha! Thanks very much Marcia! Yay! We match! You are very sweet and it doesn’t come off as strange at all. I love that you found my blog. I hope you visit again real soon!
I love the color you chose for your furniture- definitely romantic! I’m also glad that you left the handles alone. They look great with the little peeks of wood showing through in some places.
Thank you Jen!! Your comments mean a lot with all of the talent you have. I appreciate your kind words :)
The room looks great Meegan!!!
Aw, thanks so much Vanessa! So happy to have you here-come back again soon!
Meegan, Your furniture looks stunning now! My furniture definitely needs some romancing as well and would hopefully also kick off an entire room remodel! I love how you added the quote above the bed, so special.
Have a great week!
Tami
Tami,
Thank you very much!! I would LOVE to see what your bedroom makeover would look like :) Amazing-I am sure!
Remembering the anniversary of your first date! Very romantic! Love your bedroom furniture too my friend! Big fan of the dry brush technique here!
Have a happy day!
xxoo
It WAS the best date I had ever been on Therese :)
Thanks for you nice comments. I am glad you stopped by today :)
Loves!
Well, you certainly outdid yourself! These pieces are more than beautiful! The colors and aged, worn look of them are fantastic! Goes without saying, but of course I pinned! :)
Denise,
I am highly compliemnets by your comments. Thanks for stopping by the blog today! Love love love having you here!!
Love what you did in the bedroom. Love the blue with the white. Keeping the handles original was perfect because it gives a contrast to the whole dresser and makes it pop. So beautiful!! Love it!
Thanks for your sweet comments Crystal! You are always so nice!
What a difference Meegan. I love the blue and white!! Two-tone paint schemes are my favorite.
Thanks Kathy! I take that as a very HIGH compliment! So happy to have you here!
Beautiful! I want pretty furniture. :(
AW, thanks Amanda! Makeover what you have! It’s fun and easy peasy!! Good luck!
Lovely makeovers, I like the pale blue and white colour combo too – so pretty!
This is beautiful, Meegan! I love the color combination!! :)
I absolutely LOVE the furniture makeovers, Meegan. I need you to come stay for a week and help me. lol Pinned!