How to easily paint lace on a vintage side table

I love shopping at Habitat for Humanity ReStore because there are so many charming vintage finds that are in excellent condition. When I spied this little charmer, I decided that I’d mix pink and blue in a lace technique for this vintage side table makeover. It’s easier than you might think to paint lace on a tabletop.

Watch me paint lace and makeover the vintage side table

I like experimenting with paint and patterns. When I saw this charming side table, I was inspired to go full-on feminine and mix a soft blue and pink to create a sophisticated vintage feel. And I wanted to use the colors in a painted lace technique.

Yes, I felt like a lucky duck when I spied this vintage side table at my local Habitat for Humanity ReStore.

How did I makeover this side table?

The vintage side table has a charming shape, and I wanted to stay true to its delicate details when selecting the a main color for the sides, so I chose a soft grey called Piston.

For the top I used a lace technique with Ballet Slipper and Ocean Breeze.

But I think everything needs a bit of an unexpected edge, so I painted the inside a bold pink called Watermelon and then outlined the top with black to create a bit of drama. I also clear-coated the top so that the surface would be durable enough to withstand my super active family.

What do you think of this side table makeover?

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I found this vintage side table at my local Habitat for Humanity ReStore
 I channeled the DIY goddesses... and they said it needs a lace detail. table makeover
When I channeled the DIY goddesses they said this vintage side table needs a lace detail I agree
Before painting the side table, I used sand paper to open up the wood grains, and remove the finish.
Before painting the side table I used sand paper to open up the wood grains and remove the finish
After sanding, I wiped off the surfaces.
After sanding I wiped off the dust
Before applying the colors I chose for the side table, I primed the entire table with Krylon CoverMaxx primer.
Before applying the colors I chose for the side table I primed the entire table with Krylon CoverMaxx
I chose a grey for the sides of the side table.
I chose Krylons Piston grey for the sides of the side table
For the top, I used a lace technique. First, I applied pink to the entire surface. After it dried, I covered the top with lace and then painted blue.
For the top I used a lace technique First I applied Ballet Slipper pink to the entire surface After it dried I covered the top with lace and then painted Ocean Breeze blue
For a little extra fun, I chose pink for the inside of the cabinet.
For a little extra fun I chose Watermelon pink for the inside of the cabinet
Since it's a table, I used a clear coat to seal the lace pattern on top.
Since its a table I used a clear coat to seal the lace pattern on top

 

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With the table makeover complete Im charmed by the new personality
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Theresa
A handy designer and writer, she shares DIY projects, tool how-to, and home makeovers as a book author, home show speaker, DIY workshop coach, and radio host. Plus, she has a degree in journalism with a minor in architecture, and is a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPs) and certified color consultant. She's created fast-paced makeovers for TV shows, and shares home trends and DIY tips as a freelance writer and guest on news shows and satellite media tours for TV and radio.

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