In an afternoon: A vintage side table makeover with a fun lace effect ‣ MyFixitUpLife

A vintage side table from Habitat ReStore gets a makeover

By Theresa HerFixitUpLife Painting Theresa's blog Upcycle

I mixed pink and blue in a lace technique for this vintage side table makeover.

I like experimenting with paint and patterns, so when I heard that the Pantone colors of the year were a Tranquil and Serenity Rose, a soft blue and pink, I wanted to use them in a lace technique.

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

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.

What do you think of this side table makeover?

‣ MyFixitUpLife 2016_MyFixitUpLife_Habitat ReStore_End table_9599 — I found this vintage side table at my local Habitat for Humanity ReStore.

‣ MyFixitUpLife 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.

‣ MyFixitUpLife 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.

‣ MyFixitUpLife After sanding, I wiped off the surfaces. — After sanding, I wiped off the dust.

‣ MyFixitUpLife 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.

‣ MyFixitUpLife I chose a grey for the sides of the side table. — I chose Krylon’s Piston grey for the sides of the side table.

‣ MyFixitUpLife 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.

‣ MyFixitUpLife 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.

‣ MyFixitUpLife Since it's a table, I used a clear coat to seal the lace pattern on top. — Since it’s a table, I used a clear coat to seal the lace pattern on top.

‣ MyFixitUpLife 2016_MyFixitUpLife_Lace end table_9892 — With the table makeover complete, I’m charmed by the new personality.

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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