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For those of you that have tried to help me identify this piece, I am now asking for your creative side to help me decide what to do with this.  I have painted it and added new draw nobs (which I love) they have crowns on them so I thought I would do the crown stencil but I don't like it.  I have a chair that I plan to paint that will go with it nicely pretty much matching the designs.  I was thinking of adding another color for trimming.  I don't like the way it looks.  Any suggestions? ?? Should I do it for an adult or maybe a tween?  So many of you are very talented please help as I am just getting into painting furniture for resale.  Thank you to all that have helped me.

Roseanne Tronka · Answer

Seems too small for a desk. The shelf seems strange for a desk too. You are right about the crown. I would add another color. I like the blue on the chair in the picture. It would give it depth and presence.

Sandy Bendick · Answer

The color is great. I would actually have put the crown stencil right in the middle above the top shelf...

Debra · Answer

Do you think I should keep the crown, I didn't think it looked good

Christina Pennywise · Answer

what a unique piece- I like the crown- you could even add flourishes or French script around it

Niki Hart · Answer

I think this was meant to be for an entry hall to catch keys, gloves, etc. or perhaps a plant stand. I would add a crown stencil above the little shelf, as I think the color is fine. Somehow I think a chair would detract from the unusual appeal of the piece, as there would be no comfortable way to sit at it unless the chair was really low....just saying. I like the color, but you could add a trim color and not hurt its look.

Debra · Answer

Thank you for the help. I was thinking of a trim color as well.

Pamela Knott · Answer

I think this is a total 'marriage' of strange parts. Is there any indication this was a hanging shelf with drawers? I'd like to see a picture of the back and maybe one of how the legs are attached. A shelf that someone added legs to for some crazy reason? I think if you paint a piece, you need to give it the shabby look with some sand paper in a few places.

Allie · Answer

Maybe it is a telephone table

Linda Fiedor · Answer

I would add some gold highlight to your crown or maybe outline it in black

Debra · Answer

Great idea's , I am still going back and forth on what to do. I am taken all suggestions into consideration. Thank you every one it has been very helpful.

Betty R · Answer

I would place crown above small shelf and edge shelf and holding bracket in the color of the crown. Would be pretty if it was royal blue on that beautiful blue you have now.

Danielle · Answer

I liked by the door to catch keys or mail or even n office/craft room or hallway with a plant on it. The piece is awesome u did a wonderful job although personally myself wouldnt of put on crown.

Denise Rankin · Answer

This piece looks to be cobbled together. Saying that I think it is very cute. Your stenciled crown though is too small. Adding flourishes and an accent color (maybe copper or bronze) is a wonderful idea. Have fun!

Jossi · Answer

Could it be a sewing stand, and a candle was placed on that little top shelf ? Interesting.
I'd maybe distress it and use a dark wax or glaze.

Debra · Answer

I know , it is different but I like it. The distressing and dark wax is a good idea also. Thanks

Elizabeth · Answer

I think this is a valet (small dressing table). I like the color you chose.

Karil G. · Answer

I love it! I would probably distress it a bit see if that works. Then maybe put on some dark wax. You are right it's good now but it needs a little something! ( have you decided yet? Done anything? ) I would love to see!

Debra · Answer

I did distress it a bit more and I sold it.

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