I have a dream… that one day this will be glam not ham.
Now that the chair is finished, my plan is to start work on some new projects for the next couple of weeks.
Project #1:
I bought four IKEA Lack tables to do this project from SpaceSays. Basically, you use the tops from two tables to make a cube and then decorate the edges with office tacks. I’m thinking of upholstering them as well. A little batting, a little fabric. Maybe an animal print or an ikat?
Project #2:
Someone really did a number on this IKEA Klubbo table… I’m going to do another number on it. But better.
Another IKEA table, this time the Klubbo coffee table. I found this with the veneer almost completely peeling off the edges for $20. It is going to replace my mom’s Lack coffee table (the larger sized one with a shelf below) in the living room. I’ll be removing the peeled veneer, priming and painting it in Krylon’s high gloss Cherry Red and painting the legs gold. Cool, eh?
Project #3:
Lamps should not be this color. Ever.
I bought these two lamps from a big box clearance section. The medium brown tone of the wood is a no go. Instead I’ll be spraying on high gloss black paint and putting on new shades. I’m leaning toward a black shade with a gold lining… really going Glam with it.
Project #4:
The dresser… holding my lovely A Giannelli horse head bookends and Design*Sponge @ Home.
The Simmons dresser. I’ve had this for a while. I’ve vacillated wildly on what to do with it. At first I thought I’d just strip it and clear coat it. Then, I decided maybe a two tone finish similar to the original finish would be good. Finally, I thought a high gloss bright would be the best option. Actually, I wont be doing any of those but I think the idea I did come up with will be pretty and unique!
Project #5:
The armoire with the doors off…
This tall Asian style armoire was a ReStore find. Originally, it was meant to house a TV and related components. I disassembled the turntable and removed the upper door with a view to converting it into office armoire. Now I’m thinking it will work out better as a bar. I’m still not sure what direction to take as far as color goes… any suggestions would be much appreciated!
So, that’s what I’ve got on my plate in the coming weeks. Now that my arsenal of tools and helpful friends and family are coming to my aid when I need them, you should be seeing a lot more DIY around these here parts!
I hope you’re having an awesome Wednesday! See you tomorrow!
As Is Home 
Love the Armoire. SInce it’s a little bit Oriental looking how about a glossy red or black? Or combine the two like this one: http://goo.gl/0j5CQ
I love the armoire too… which is probably why I’m agonizing over it. I thought about black or red but it seems kind of typical Asian style. I kind of want to do something light and bright or moody and sexy. Initially, I was thinking of Benjamin Moore’s Mysterious with a cream and gold paper lining the inside. After swatching it though, I felt it was too gray and not purple enough. So, still searching!
I do love that cabinet in the link though… So pretty!