Sweet Lil’ Farmhouse Cupboard

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Someday, I wish upon a star
Wake up where the clouds are far behind me
Where trouble melts like lemon drops 🎶

The month of February is never gentle on me. It is the month where I find myself struggling with winter blues… longing for Spring to arrive… and wishing for my small troubles to melt away like lemon drops. This piece in its’ BEFORE state is how you’ll find me feeling n’ pretty much looking in February. 😔

The top drawer was missing its’ frame… and the drawers that once existed behind its’ doors were no longer in existence. However… nothing a lil’ bit of TLC and creative upcycling couldn’t resolve! Deciding on colours for my transformation was an easy one!  Colours that would make my dreams that I dare dream of, really come true.  My dreams for Spring to arrive! 💛

While dreaming of Spring, my gentle transformation went like this:

• Built a new frame for the drawer top ~ special thanks to my Farmer hubs for this step
• Added shelving to what was once 3 additional drawers behind its’ doors ~ another step courtesy of my sweet Farmer hubs
• Lightly sanded down entire piece ~ to best prepare for chalk paint adhesion
• Gave entire piece a good vacuum and cleaning ~ while anxiously awaiting my next step
• Applied 2 coats of Country Chic Paint’s ‘All-In-One Decor Paint’ in the colour ‘Vanilla Frosting’ to the entire piece (interior AND exterior) ~ the most charming farmhouse white
• Applied 2 coats of  Country Chic Paint’s ‘All-In-One Decor Paint’ in the colour ‘Bee’s Knees’ to all areas of the piece with the exception of the top, accents, door fronts and interior ~ for a bright and cheery two-toned transformation
• Sanded entire piece down (copiously in chosen areas where I wanted the wood and ‘Vanilla Frosting’ to come through)  ~ to achieve a sweetly imperfected and farmhouse chic look
• Applied Country Chic Paint’s ‘Grey Wax‘ to the entire piece ~ for added depth, aging and buttery smooth light protection
• Applied Country Chic Paint’s ‘Natural Wax‘ to the entire piece ~ to tone down the ‘Grey Wax’ as desired, and for additional protection
• Installed new ornately carved and antique brass ‘Chippendale’ hardware ~ Ooh, ooh, ooh… Ooh, ooh 💛

The month of March has now blown in, to say that Spring will soon begin! This upcycled and charmingly transformed  piece has certainly lifted my spirits, and lessened my winter blues.  A sweet lil’ farmhouse cupboard that is sure to melt away ones’ troubles like lemon drops. What a lovely Entryway Statement | Dining Sideboard | Pie Safe | Hallway Storage | Jelly Cupboard | Linen Cabinet | Kitchen Pantry | Nursery Furnish | Bathroom Cupboard | Bedroom Chest ‘she’ could be for YOU!  A gracefully aged, delightfully transformed and multi-functional piece that eagerly awaits ‘her’ next bright and cheerful chapter in ones’ home or cottage!

❤ This Sweet Lil’ Farmhouse Cupboard ~ SOLD to Pamela ❤
DIMENSIONS: 44” + 5.75” H x 36” W x 19.5” D

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I hope you visit again! My #farmlifebestlife awaits more simple living, generous loving and constant learning — graced with an abundance of country chic character and sweet imperfections, both for me and for YOU! ❤

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