Tuesday, October 6, 2009

New/Old Piece in the Kitchen

I moved this piece (antique desk/dresser?) the other day from my dining room into the kitchen. I got it last year for $5 at a yard sale. Isn't that crazy?! I am going to leave it in its original wood finish because I already have a lot of painted wood in my house. It is in great condition. I am thinking I need to put a tension rod and some cute fabric in the opening. I love having something new to put more stuff on, of course! Hope you are having a great week so far!



32 comments:

  1. That's a lovely piece! If you decide against the fabric, you might be able to put a tall basket in there also. You are always doing amazing things!

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  2. That is such a nice find for $5! Everything I find in that ranges is seriously distressed to say the least.

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  3. I hope you don't get tired of hearing how much I LOVE what you do!!!
    (LOVE!)

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  4. wow, $5.00 is amazing for that! it looks gorgeous as is!

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  5. WOW, it looks fantastic! What a great find. Thanks for sharing!

    Liz

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  6. I love the clock on top of the old window. You think of the best ideas!

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  7. Great idea. I have one almost like it in my shed. I have sent the boys after it and I am going to paint it. Thanks for all of your great decorating ideas.

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  8. Great piece! Even though I paint everything I still think the natural look is best on this one!
    You are such a wonderful decorator!

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  9. I love it! You STOLE it for $5!

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  10. You got a real bargain there. So very nice in your kitchen.

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  11. What a sweet piece! It seems to fit so nicely in that spot, too. The wood look gives a warm feeling for this time of year.

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  12. $5! That crazeeee! Crazy wonderful! That's a lovely piece and you can do so much with it! What fun!

    Manuela

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  13. I've got a desk (dressing table) almost identical to that, but it has an oval mirror attached to it. The wood is beat up, so I'm thinking about painting it white. But I never thought of using it outside my guest room...great idea.

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  14. $5.00 for that piece? Craziness! Good find! It looks great in its new home and I totally agree about not painting it. It is in beautiful condition.

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  15. Hi Angie! What a pretty piece of furniture. I wouldn't paint it either, it looks just perfect! Can't believe you only paide $5 for it! Wow!
    Be a sweetie,
    Shelia ;0

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  16. It's perfect. I like some natural wood in a room too. You obviously attend the best garage sales!

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  17. I love that piece! And I really like the finish as is too. I can't believe you got it for just $5.

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  18. What a great piece and $5?? That's amazing!! It is decorated perfectly of course...I love the pumkin topiary with the scarecrow. Too cute! Kristen

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  19. It's beautiful and that is amazing that you got it for five dollars! :) Is that a pumpkin topiary in the picture? It is SO cute! Did you make it yourself? :)

    I hope you are having a fantastic week! :)

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  20. Love all the curves on that cute piece. Mimi

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  21. Beautiful! You really have the touch!

    Janet

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  22. I LOVE this piece and can't believe you got it for $5.00. I have an old dresser in my basement and this gives me an idea. Your home is always beautiful!!

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  23. Wonderful piece and to get it for $5 makes it even sweeter.

    Sandy

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  24. That looks great there. I like the wood finish too.

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  25. You always find fabulous deals! Looks great!

    I was going to ask you how you stood your post up. I happened upon one at a garage sale last week. I see in your photo you have something attached to the bottom of yours. What is it that you put on yours so that it stands up?

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  26. Looks good in its new home. I remember reading what a great deal you got when you found it! wow!
    I'm out and about reconnecting with my blogging buddies that I missed so much while I was MIA. Hope all is well with you and yours!

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  27. I think you made a good decision not to paint it. For second-hand furniture, I use those furniture "pens" to touch up scratches on wood.

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  28. Wow, What a steal! I love it. More display space is always a plus!

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  29. Oh my golly! I can't believe you only paid $5 for that! It looks great, and has so much interest. Have fun with it.
    Mary Lou

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  30. I love your fall decorations! Especially your pumpkin topiary! :o)

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  31. I wonder how I never found you before now. I just love the way you decorate.

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  32. Great piece... I agree it is too nice to paint and believe nothing is safe with me... Great arrangements... your home looks lovely.

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