This lovely little Paris side table needed a little love and paint.
Hello, lovely friends!
I’m back today with another furniture makeover…for Themed Furniture Day.
Every month my friends and I create a furniture makeover around a specific theme.
If you want to check out our previous themes and makeovers, click here —> Themed Furniture Makeovers. This month’s theme is … “small tables”.
So I made this small Paris Side Table.
I actually had it in my garage waiting on a makeover anyway.
It’s small so I chose it to do for this theme and share with you all.
This is what it looked like before….. (it’s kind of a light green, in case you can’t tell)
It belongs to a friend of mine and I’m redoing it for her.
She doesn’t know I’ve got it done OR that I’m sharing it here today.
She’s in for a big surprise!! ;)
Hope she likes it!!
She also has this –> French Typography Coffee Table in her home.
She picked up that one after I painted it and brought me this one makeover to match. ;)
Anyway, it was a little wonky and in need of some repair as you can see there on the top.
I thought I could just glue and clamp. Not so much.
The top became very curved when I put it back together. (I’m guessing it was a bit warped and why it cracked in the first place)
Then as I was painting the black legs I noticed the top was actually on upside down.
That’s right. The pretty decorative edge was underneath.
So I pried it off and put it on the right way.
(along with some added screws for tightness)
See the decorative edge? That was underneath!
After I screwed it back together I used wood putty to fill the crack.
I let that sit overnight and sanded it the next morning.
Soooo much prettier with that edge on the right side of the table.
I used {*affiliate link} * General Finishes Milk Paint Lamp Black.
for the legs and edges.
And I used Annie Sloan Chalk Paint in a blend of Pure White/Country Grey for the tops.
I used Edge Lock tape and it works great at keeping the paint where it’s supposed to be!
In full disclosure.. ;) … I did have a bit of bleed through after the first coat of Chalk Paint on the top.
(dark spots from the wood)
So I took it outside and sprayed a bit of Shellac over it.
I let that dry and then applied 2 more coats of paint.
All good!
…and ready for this pretty “Paris” graphic I chose.
It’s called “Paris Wreath” and you can find it on The Graphic’s Fairy here –> “Paris Wreath”.
I printed it to size using blockposters . com
If you visit my “signs” page you can see other projects (with tutorials) on how I transfer images like this.
Transferred and now hand painting it in.
…and done….
I wanted to “distress” it to give it a little bit of a worn look.
So I used a very fine sandpaper and rubbed across the painted graphic.
Then I sealed the whole piece of furniture with High Performance Sealer from General Finishes.
(one coat on all, two coats on the top)
I love the way the slight distressing softens the graphic….
Quite a bit different….
And don’t you agree about the top? So much better now that it’s turned the right way!
(not to mention, it now matches the bottom shelf)
It’s never ceases to amaze me what a little paint (and elbow grease in this case ;) ) can do!
Be sure to see what kind of makeovers my friends gave their small tables below!
Happy (almost) Weekend to you!
Check back later this week when I share this beauty! (you don’t want to miss this transformation!)
Wow, great transformation! It must have been a “what in the world??” moment when you found the top was on upside down! Love the graphic you chose. I’m sure your friend is going to be over the moon thrilled!! Thanks for the detailed tutorial and the links!
Thanks Paula!
I hope so, she hasn’t yet! ;) Yes, it was crazy! I’m so glad I noticed because it really does look much better right side up. A lot more work but worth it!
Nancy
Your friend is going to love this! I need friends like you:) Very cute! I love the small table theme. I have a slight addiction to small tables. Honestly, its a normal conversation (disagreement) that my husband and I have on a regular basis:)
Donna, Yes I will! I told her that on the phone today. I just had to comment of what you wrote about my table because this little table and my coffee table I already received from Nancy are my most favorite pieces in my whole house! They came from her heart!! That makes them so much more special to me! I am truly blessed with her friendship!
P.S. I love how cool the legs pop in that black too!!!!
The table looks wonderful, Nancy! Your friend is going to love it. You always do such nice work. And good catch realizing that top had been placed on upside down. That’s pretty crazy. It does look so much better right side up. xo
How crazy the top being upside down was & large improvement. The old color, on the computer anyway resembled Versailles. The General Finshes black is dreamy. Have you ever used ASCP cream for any projects?
I know! I thought it was so funny when I finally realized it myself. The color is actually a pale lime green. It’s hard to show correctly on the computer and in photos. :)
I adore that black! It’s my favorite.
I have used the Cream on a few things…here’s one … https://www.artsychicksrule.com/2013/01/super-easy-way-to-update-wood-stained.html
I love it, I don’t know why I haven’t used it more?
Nancy
For ASCP, it really is best to leave them unsealed. I have a few pieces that I’ve waxed that have held up good though. ( but they are technically not “out” doors. They are on covered and/or screened porches)
I haven’t done done the unsealed in full outdoors though, so can’t say 100% on that.
Wow! Lots of work reconstructing that little table but well worth it! I love the stencil as it is the icing on the cake. I am sure your friend will love it!
~Tami
What a beautiful transformation! I know your friend will love it! I actually have this very same table only a bit bigger. I need to dig it out of the back of my garage. Mine is also in need of repair. Maybe I’ll just drop it off at Nancy’s Furniture Repair Shop. Hee hee. ;)
Nancy, I love you so much! You knocked this refinishing job out of the park! Who would ever know that was my old worn out green foyer table! BEAUTIFUL!!! And yes ladies, it’s all mine! You turned it into a work of art and I LOVE IT! Now it will have pride of place when guest enter my home. I can’t believe I never notice the top was upside down! Thank you for being such a great friend for almost 25 years! You really Bless me with this one girl!!!
What a great transformation. The top looks so much better now. That is weird how it looked like it was upside down. I love your decorative eye and talent. You made it a beautiful piece for your friend. (Lucky friend)
You work looks amazing.
xoxo
Thanks Meegan!! :) It was so weird how it was before! I can’t believe someone missed that and put it on upside down!
That alone made it all the better! ;)
xoxo
Nancy
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Wow, great transformation! It must have been a “what in the world??” moment when you found the top was on upside down! Love the graphic you chose. I’m sure your friend is going to be over the moon thrilled!! Thanks for the detailed tutorial and the links!
Thank you Christina! It sure was!! ;) I’m glad I did because it looks so much better the right way.
Nancy
Beautiful transformation!!!! What brand wood putty do you use…..I have tried several and not happy.
Thanks!!!
js
Thanks Jeannie!! :)
I used Elmer’s Pro Bond on this one. It worked well on it.
Nancy
Thanks so much Nancy!!!!
js
Very welcome! :)
Hi Nancy ~
It’s beautiful ~ If your friends doesn’t like it ~ I will take it….
Have a wonderful day.
Rose
Thank you Rose! :) Too funny..I love that! I’ll be sure to let her know! ;)
Have a great weekend!
xo
Nancy
Your friend is going to be thrilled when she sees this! Isn’t it crazy that the top was on upside down? Glad you figured out that problem!
Thanks Paula!
I hope so, she hasn’t yet! ;) Yes, it was crazy! I’m so glad I noticed because it really does look much better right side up. A lot more work but worth it!
Nancy
Your friend is going to love this! I need friends like you:) Very cute! I love the small table theme. I have a slight addiction to small tables. Honestly, its a normal conversation (disagreement) that my husband and I have on a regular basis:)
Aw, Thank you Heather! :)
Small tables are fun!
Nancy
I think this is one of the most beautiful makeovers I have seen!!! I know how much work you put into it–your friend will cherish this gift!!!
Thank you Donna :) That is so nice!! I appreciate you thoughtful words! I hope she loves it! I think she will. :)
xo
Nancy
Donna, Yes I will! I told her that on the phone today. I just had to comment of what you wrote about my table because this little table and my coffee table I already received from Nancy are my most favorite pieces in my whole house! They came from her heart!! That makes them so much more special to me! I am truly blessed with her friendship!
P.S. I love how cool the legs pop in that black too!!!!
Your friend must be so pleased with her table. Love the color combination and of course the lovely French graphic. Nice job Nancy!
Hi Marie!
I hope so!! ;) and thank you!!
xo
Nancy
wow i wish i had legs that look as good as that tables love what you did to it xx
Hah! me too! ;) They are a beauty!! Thanks Chris! :)
xo
Nancy
The table looks wonderful, Nancy! Your friend is going to love it. You always do such nice work. And good catch realizing that top had been placed on upside down. That’s pretty crazy. It does look so much better right side up. xo
Hi Karen!
Thanks! I just spoke with her, she’s seen it and loves it! Yay! :)
xo
Nancy
How crazy the top being upside down was & large improvement. The old color, on the computer anyway resembled Versailles. The General Finshes black is dreamy. Have you ever used ASCP cream for any projects?
I know! I thought it was so funny when I finally realized it myself. The color is actually a pale lime green. It’s hard to show correctly on the computer and in photos. :)
I adore that black! It’s my favorite.
I have used the Cream on a few things…here’s one … https://www.artsychicksrule.com/2013/01/super-easy-way-to-update-wood-stained.html
I love it, I don’t know why I haven’t used it more?
Nancy
I meant to add a second question – your outdoor pieces – what do you use to help protect them from the weather, especially rain?
For ASCP, it really is best to leave them unsealed. I have a few pieces that I’ve waxed that have held up good though. ( but they are technically not “out” doors. They are on covered and/or screened porches)
I haven’t done done the unsealed in full outdoors though, so can’t say 100% on that.
Wow! Lots of work reconstructing that little table but well worth it! I love the stencil as it is the icing on the cake. I am sure your friend will love it!
~Tami
Thanks Tami!
Yes, lol, a lot more than I first thought! But yes, it was worth it, it is revived and ready to be reloved again! :)
Nancy
What a beautiful transformation! I know your friend will love it! I actually have this very same table only a bit bigger. I need to dig it out of the back of my garage. Mine is also in need of repair. Maybe I’ll just drop it off at Nancy’s Furniture Repair Shop. Hee hee. ;)
Thanks Christy! Haha…yea, you do that funny girl! ;)
xo
Nancy
Nancy, I love you so much! You knocked this refinishing job out of the park! Who would ever know that was my old worn out green foyer table! BEAUTIFUL!!! And yes ladies, it’s all mine! You turned it into a work of art and I LOVE IT! Now it will have pride of place when guest enter my home. I can’t believe I never notice the top was upside down! Thank you for being such a great friend for almost 25 years! You really Bless me with this one girl!!!
Bobbie Jane
Thanks Bobbie! Love ya too! So funny about that top! And so happy you are pleased with it! :)
See ya soon!
xo
Nancy
You ROCKED IT, Nancy!! Love the turned legs and that you use the same transfer method I do. I love the therapy of hand painting. :)
Thanks Larissa! :)
I feel the exact same way about hand painting!!!
Nancy
Aahh, I LOVE those legs! I love little leggy tables like that. Great transformation.
Thanks!! :)
Nancy
That is the perfect French makeover! Simple, classic and elegant. Beautiful job!
Thanks Amy! :)
Nancy
What a great transformation. The top looks so much better now. That is weird how it looked like it was upside down. I love your decorative eye and talent. You made it a beautiful piece for your friend. (Lucky friend)
You work looks amazing.
xoxo
Thanks Meegan!! :) It was so weird how it was before! I can’t believe someone missed that and put it on upside down!
That alone made it all the better! ;)
xoxo
Nancy
Nancy, I didn’t realize you were a carpenter too. You can do just about anything. I did know you like anything French ;-)
I can do most things like that…but I don’t ‘saw’! I let my husband do that. ;) And yes, French, always!
Thanks Kathy!!
Nancy
What a transformation and a fantastic tutorial.
Thanks!!
Nancy