DIY project #2

Today I am going to share a project I did with a dresser. I'm going to show you how to give your old dresser a modern make over. 

Things you will need 

1.A dresser! check out yard sales or thrift shops to find a dresser you think could use a good makeover. Plus it's much cheaper to find a piece of furniture for a project at a yard sale or thirst shop! 

2.Paint! I bought my can of paint at Walmart for under $10 I used onyx black in satin 

3.Paint brush or rolling brush (depending on what effect you want your dresser to have the technique will matter!) rolling it will give it a smooth glass finish and brushing will give it the stroke look and texture

4.Sander or sanding block 

5. A rag to clean

6.Acrylic paint or craft paint must be permanent! 

Okay are you ready to begin!?

Step 1 take your dresser apart all the knobs and handles need to be removed also remove the drawers.

Step 2 

SANDING! This step makes a big mess so do this outside! Sand all the sides that are going to be painted. Don't go too crazy we aren't turning your dresser into a toothpick! Just get the shiny coat off so the new paint will stick better. 

Step 3

Wipe your furniture with a clean rag get off all the debris from sanding if you skip this step you will have a hard time painting!

Step 4

PAINT! using your roller or your brush apply the paint use a light coat let it dry if it needs another WAIT for it to Dry before you add another coat! The thinner the coat the quicker it will dry! 

Step 5

Once everything is dry move it back into the house and reassmble your dresser add the finishing touches with your craft paint 

Step 6

add your knobs and handles 

DONE! Congratulations you have a new piece of furniture that matches your unique style!  I used mine as a buffet table and I store my nice China and wine glasses in the drawers! I hope you enjoyed this project please like comment & share 😘