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Lisa D
Lisa D Blogger Canada on Aug 23, 2012
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Early 20th Century Hutch Revived

In what I would call one of my all time best finds, I got this hutch in a thrift store for $12. I couldn't get it out the door fast enough. I revived it with paint and stain and it really has been a personal favourite.
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    Thrift store find for $12 gets a major lift.
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    This before picture really doesn't show how marked up the finish was, but you get the idea.
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    Thrift store find for $12 gets a major lift.
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    Thrift store find for $12 gets a major lift.
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    Thrift store find for $12 gets a major lift.

To see more: http://www.recapturedcharm.com/2011/04/early-20th-century-hutch.html

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  • Julia Wooters Brentwood, TN
    This looks beautiful and high end. Bravo!
    on Sep 17, 2012 · Like 0
  • Lisa D Canada
    ha... Marg, you're too cute. It wasn't an easy one to let go. Thanks!
    on Sep 17, 2012 · Like 1
  • Linda@nothingbutblueskyes Coram, NY
    Wow! What a great find. Your finishing work is fantastic. I'm swooning!!
    on Sep 19, 2012 · Like 1
  • Millie Kuehn Sloan
    That is really good I would love to find one like it to have my husband make it into a bathroom vanity .Lucky you
    on Sep 24, 2012 · Like 0
  • Debbi W
    love this, great find and the shabby worn look is my favorite. good job!
    on Sep 24, 2012 · Like 0
  • Karen Pitman
    Love this look.. great job!
    on Sep 24, 2012 · Like 0
  • Trudy K Odem, TX
    I get so envious when I see other people's finds. But on the other hand, it gets me off the couch to start scouring garage sales :) thanks for the get out there and get it attitude I needed :)
    on Sep 24, 2012 · Like 0
  • Starlett L Franklin, NC
    OH I sooooooo envy you right now! You made it yours, and you made it gorgeous! Way to go!!!
    on Sep 24, 2012 · Like 0
  • Jacqueline P Fairfax, VA
    more step by step details plz!!

    and how did u know what u wanted it to look like?? that's my biggest obstacle...

    on Sep 24, 2012 · Like 0
  • Judith F Wills Point, TX
    Wonderful job!!
    on Sep 24, 2012 · Like 0
  • Demple Milton
    need me one
    on Sep 24, 2012 · Like 0
  • Julie Redlawski East China, MI
    How do you do the distressing?
    on Sep 24, 2012 · Like 0
  • Jim L Columbia, SC
    Good job!
    on Sep 24, 2012 · Like 0
  • Lisa D Canada
    Jacqueline and Julie, the step by step on the finishing is on the blog. The link for it is under the pictures above. Thanks
    on Sep 25, 2012 · Like 0
  • Donna C Marietta, GA
    Lisa can you tell me what paint you used on your blk console please
    on Sep 27, 2012 · Like 0
  • GWENNY Pittsburgh, PA
    Luv this - now I have an inspiration to rip out some of my kitchen cabinets & put one of these in place - great job
    on Oct 15, 2012 · Like 1
  • Debbie Carcione Saint Petersburg, FL
    $12 --- I can not find anything at a thrift store for $12 ... I must be in the wrong city. so jealous.
    on Jan 12, 2013 · Like 1
  • Tanya Peterson Felsheim Grants Pass, OR
    You have an excellent eye on purchasing just the right piece but also knowing how to represent it at its best! love it!
    on Jan 12, 2013 · Like 0
  • Deborah Ray
    I absolutely love this piece!! I wish I had the time / talent to do something like this.
    on Jan 12, 2013 · Like 0
  • Jackie Kennington West Jordan, UT
    Love this !!!!! Good job
    on Jan 12, 2013 · Like 0
  • Marty's Musings Greensboro, NC
    Absolutely fabulous job!
    on Jan 12, 2013 · Like 0
  • Sandy Salem, OR
    OMG! And to think I passed one of these up at a thrift store about a year ago!!!!!! :( You did a beautiful job! I LOVE IT!!!!!
    on Feb 07, 2013 · Like 0
  • Sharon @ mrs. hines class Spring, TX
    Wow, Lisa D The new paint job is so pretty. I love seeing wood mixed with blue. And this piece is just so charming...you got a steal for sure.
    on Feb 08, 2013 · Like 0
  • Linda@nothingbutblueskyes Coram, NY
    WOW - I can hardly breathe! It's gorgeous!
    on Feb 08, 2013 · Like 0
  • Tracey T Farmersville, TX
    Lisa, you surely hit the jackpot on this find! I love it and I'm so jealous..lol This piece will make a great hand-me-down!!
    on Feb 13, 2013 · Like 0

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