Jewelry box makeover

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I bought this jewelry box second hand. I think it needs a makeover but I can't get the pulls off of it. Lol Any ideas from all you genius ladies on what I should do with it? Paint? Stain?

Shelby @ The Weathered Barn Studio · Answer

...depends on your own preference , as far as paint or stain. My personal choice is paint, as one has such a wide variety of looks and choices. :) You didnt say why you cannot get the hardware off....?

Kristi Chittam · Answer

I must not have a small enough screwdriver. The little one that I have looks like it fits but its not working. I may have to buy another one.

Kristi Chittam · Answer

I'll try it! Thanks Shelby!

Marion Nesbitt · Answer

The grain is a bit strange, so I would paint it.

Rosey · Answer

Looks like a good solid oak piece. Nice.

Shelby @ The Weathered Barn Studio · Answer

..The thing about oak....its either something you like, or you dont ....but a lot of its ' dated'. and enjoyed a great popularity during certain eras.' Old 'oak is a bit different, and will hold a better finish, when taken care of properly.

Life Up On The Hill · Answer

@Kristi Chittam I have a jewelry cabinet like that and I'm going to use chalk paint on mine with antique wax. I use Maisson Blanche vintage furniture paint.

Polly Zieper · Answer

It looks like its in great shape. If you don't like the color I'd sand, then paint it.

Regina Messer · Answer

I've been having some fun with jewelry boxes lately. I prefer an elegant painted style. The hardware can be a problem. They are usually attached with tiny little nails. I remove mine by lifting up gently with a little screw driver, saving the nails for reattaching. They pull right up. I have used Rub 'n Buff to change the color of the hardware. There are several colors available.

Kristi Chittam · Answer

Thanks Regina!!

Carla · Answer

I have picked up a couple of these and turned them into sewing boxes. They look so nice refinished and setting by my favorite chair. No one knows but me.

Sal3170064 · Answer

Instead of fully painting it, why don't you try stencilling it first. A lot of stores here are doing this trend at the moment. Or you can use tape and tape a pattern on to it then paint between tape. Use chalk paint. Pull off tape when dry.

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