Giving a Tired Old Sewing Stand New Life!
by
Wonderiris
(IC: homeowner)
4 Materials
I had this sewing stand that was just boring. I didn't like much about the stand except that it was sturdy. I don't sew so keeping it for that purpose just didn't make any sense. I decided to strip it and turn it into something more useful.
First, I removed the sewing machine from the stand (now I have a sewing machine I won't use and now no place to keep it), but that is a problem for another day. Next, all the hardware was removed and I started sanding. I sanded and sanded and sanded until I finally decided that I was just going to chalk paint the base and I would do something different for the top.
But, once you put the poly on it. The colors deepen and brighten and it is just gorgeous!
I love how the wood grain can still be seen through the colors.
Here is the stand closed.
Here is is open.
And here it is complete with copper bucket!! I can't wait for the next BBQ to use this. I used a varnish meant to repel water and moisture so the stand can remain on the deck without becoming damaged.
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Suggested materials:
- Chalk paint
- Spray poly (satin finish)
- Unicorn Spit
- Valspar Val Oil Sealer Varnish
Published July 25th, 2016 3:12 PM
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Hillela G. on Jul 26, 2016I love that it looks great both opened and closed!
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