A Duncan Phyfe Magnolia Makeover
And yes. I had to google “Phyfe” to make sure I spelled it correctly.
I’m not shy. I’ll own up. I actually had to ask what style it was in the first place too.
Because my style consists of … “I got it at a tag sale for $5”. lol
Which I’m sure you’ve clued into with all the “cheap & easy” going on around here.
So, I found this fab little table with the cute legs and the wee brass feet at a tag sale.
A whole home moving sale actually. (great sale. I actually got several pieces)
Anyhow. The thick base is so sturdy. Crazy heavy too.
But it was in rough shape. The whole top was very damaged. As was the carved relief work on the face.
Lots of chips and scratches all over. I did have to do some sanding, but it was all to smooth out damage, not to prepare for painting. All the legs were incredibly loose as well, and required tightening. One in particular needed a clamps and wood glue. But Duncan was worth it. The fret work was love at first sight!!
I knew it was going to be meeting some Maison Blanche paint.
Magnolia and Confederate Grey La Craie paint got in on the makeover action along with some clear Maison Blanche Antiquing Wax in Clear.
For everything but the areas accented in grey, I painted with Magnolia (white). A light coat first, then a heavier second coat. I used Confederate Grey on the detail work on the edge/face of the table and in the grooves on the legs. Next, I very lightly dry brushed over the detailing on the edges to really bring out the design.
Finally, I finished with a coat of clear wax to seal and protect my work.
It was a really quick and easy makeover and it’s happily hanging out in my living room.
Until the next cute table comes along…
As you can see… the harlequin table got the boot. {winks}
And for $5 I can afford to change things up. So who know how long this will last?
Wishing all the MOMS out there a fantastic Mother’s Day.
If you still need a gift with a meaningful message please help yourself
to this free Mother’s Day Printable Art.
I’m taking the weekend off to be with my family so I will see you next week.
Psst… and the next party on the May 2oth
This project was featured at: Domestically Speaking
Sharing at: Tatertots and Jello, DIY & Showoff, SNAP, The 36th Avenue, Miss Mustard Seed
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Wow, for just $5.00?!!! It looks incredible! The side details shines through even more with the white paint color. I love (am obsessed) lately with white.
Me too! And as much as I love aqua… I actually painted some stuff back to white. Just so FRESH! Ya know? (:
Just gorgeous Shannon! I’m featuring it in the PoPP Spotlight this week!
Oh my…$5.00 for that gorgeous table?…and you made it even more gorgeous!….I love the “fret work” that goes around the table…beautiful job Shannon!!…just love it!
Wow! You did good! What a score. Love this shape and in the white it is delightful, especially with that cute rug.
Love that Duncan Phyfe table painted white. Gorgeous details and a great shape, now updated and perfect! Bravo!
Over from DIY Showoff! I love this! You did a beautiful job!!
Shannon,
Great find, can’t beat 5 bones for that beautiful table. It looks great in your home.
Beth
HI Beth! I really like the detail on it and I’m so glad I was the lucky bringer-homer of it 😉
Five bucks? Awesome! It looks fantastic!
This turned out GREAT!! What a find. I need to hit a moving sale like THAT! Happy Mother’s Day to you! xo, Claire
It’s gorgeous! I love how you brought out the detail. And for $5.00? Such a perfect Mother’s Day present for yourself!
Gorgeous, Shannon — and 5 bucks???? Crazy delicious deal. 🙂
Happy Mother’s Day to you!
xo Heidi
beautiful! i love the details of this table!
Beautiful table! I wish I could find prices like that!!! Looks great with your rug! Happy Mother’s Day!!~~Angela
I don’t always. I leave lots of stuff behind. You guys only see the cheap stuff I score, because that is what I bring home!! lol
I left behind a drop leaf Duncan (because I can’t spell the other word either) at a sale a couple weeks ago. The price was great and it came with chairs, but my car was full. I need to start taking a trailer along. That turned out fantastic no matter how you spell Barney’s last name.
Bliss
Love.It. Great find and great makeover!! Visiting from T&J